Students were very interested in the life-wide learning activities. They were more motivated to learn English and found the English Language curriculum practical. In the questionnaire, 80.3% of students found that the activities could enhance their motivation to learn English. Many students expressed that English learning was very crucial for their career development in the future. Some stated that they had to work hard to get good English results in the HKDSE in order to pursue advanced studies and their career.

Students understood themselves better (e.g. interest, ability, skills, attitudes, personality) through post-activity reflections. They thought about their academic or career aspirations and what they needed to do to prepare themselves for the future. In the questionnaire, 79.4% of students agreed that the activities could enhance their understanding of their interests and abilities. In the interview, students said it was their first time to think about their future and career. They said that it was necessary to know more about the world of work and plan before they choose the subjects for the senior secondary level. Some S3 students also said that the personality test was quite accurate and useful to help them think about their academic or career plan.

Students learned more about different kinds of jobs, for example, cooks, waiters, tour guides, and receptionists. Through real interaction, hands-on experience and information search activities, they acquired skills such as interpersonal and critical thinking skills needed for the world of work. They also developed appropriate attitudes for working both independently and cooperatively within a group during the activities. The activities could also develop their positive attitudes such as respect for others and responsibility as they found the people they met were professional and enthusiastic about their jobs.

Teachers saw the feasibility and value of making coherent links between Life Planning Education and the English Language curriculum. According to the Guide on Life Planning Education and Career Guidance for Secondary Schools, life planning education and career guidance services can be delivered flexibly through various modes and taught as part of academic subjects to build connections between secondary education and further studies or career paths through career-related activities. In this school case, teachers showed a good example of how life-wide learning opportunities could be used to make a bridge between classroom learning and the world of work.