Transcript Post 16 Options Evening for Year 11

Options After
Year 11
Tuesday 7th October 2014
Helen Hobson
Personal Adviser
What is Adviza
(Connexions)?
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Service for young people – giving independent
advice & guidance on: education, jobs &
careers, and other issues
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Adviza was (Connexions) Advisers visit
School
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Bracknell Connexions Centre –
3a Charles Square, Tel 0845 408 5008
Raising the Participation Age (RPA)
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Vast majority of 16 & 17 year olds already
continue in education or training
Government has introduced RPA
Students in Year 11 will now continue in
education or training until the end of the
school year in which they turn 18
What does this mean?
Your Options After Year 11
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Continue in full time education
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Work based Learning (Apprenticeship)
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Full time work or volunteering with a part
time training course (accredited)
How To Choose?
Things you need to think about –
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Your Interests
What you’re good at – skills and strengths
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GCSE grades
Education – Where to Study?
 Edgbarrow
Sixth Form
 Further Education College
→ Bracknell & Wokingham, Reading
College, BCA, Newbury College,
Farnborough College of Technology,
Farnborough 6th Form
Education – What to Study?
Different levels of courses after GCSEs
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Level 3 Courses
Examples – A levels; BTEC National
Usually need minimum 4 A* - C grades at GCSE
Level 2 Courses
Examples – BTEC First; NVQ Level 2
Usually need mix of GCSEs D –E
Level 1 Courses
GCSEs grades E- F
Edgbarrow Sixth Form
Over 25 subjects to choose from:
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Art
Biology
Business Studies
Chemistry
Computing
Product Design
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Graphic Products
Resistant Materials
Drama and Theatre Studies
Economics
English – Creative Writing
English Language
English Literature
Languages
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French
German
Spanish
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Geography
Government and Politics
History
Mathematics
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Mathematics with Mechanics
Statistics
Further Mathematics
Media Studies
Photography
Physical Education
Physics
Psychology
Religion, Philosophy & Ethics
Sociology
Edgbarrow Sixth Form
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BTECs – Level 3 Diploma (equivalent to 2 A-Levels)
 Business
 Health and Social Care
 Information Technology
 Performing Arts
 Sports Science
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Great Results
 26% A*-A at A Level in 2014
 61% A*-B at A Level in 2014
 84% Distinction* - Distinction at L3 BTEC in 2014
Courses at College – Level 3
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A-Levels & GCSE Resits
Level 3 courses such as National Certificates and National
Diplomas in:
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Construction, Electrics & Plumbing
Engineering & Motor Vehicle
Childcare
Hairdressing & Beauty
Sport
Travel & Tourism
IT
Catering & Hospitality
Horticulture & Animal Care
Art & Design
Media & Photography
Public Services
Courses at College – Levels 1 and 2
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Level 2 courses: e.g. First Diplomas in
variety of subjects:
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Health & Social Care, Art & Design, Vehicle
Fitting and Construction etc
Foundation Learning
Improve literacy and numeracy
 Build confidence & self esteem
 Work Experience
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Year 11 - Important points to remember…. Only about 8 months to go before your
examinations!
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Work hard towards GCSEs/BTECs and make sure your coursework is up to date
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Any problems with subjects then speak to your teachers now, because achieving 5 or
more A* - C grades in your GCSEs (or equivalent) gives you more options after Year
11
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DO YOUR BEST!
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Your options after Year 11 include:
Sixth Form – You can study AS Levels, A Levels or BTECs in a range of subjects at most Sixth
Forms. To find out more about Edgbarrow Sixth Form you should attend the Sixth Form open
evening this term and talk to your teachers. Edgbarrow Sixth Form currently offers the opportunity
to study AS and A Level, BTECs and a number of Level 2 vocational qualifications. Further details
can be obtained from the 2014/15 prospectus which will be available from main reception after half
term. You are able to move to other School Forms if you wish.
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College – You can also study AS Levels, A Levels or Diplomas or you could choose practical
vocational courses in subjects such as: Sport, Childcare or Business to mention a few. If you
achieve 5 x A* – Cs in your GCSEs and wish to study this type of course, you can apply for a
National Diploma. These are 2 year courses with 18 units and equal to 3 x A levels. Colleges also
have a range of First Diplomas and other one year courses available to those who achieve less than
5 x C grades at GCSE. N.B always check degree courses and university entry requirements on
websites to ensure that vocational qualifications are accepted – see useful websites below for
further information.
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Apprenticeships – The ‘earn-while-you-learn’ route. This is where you work and study at the
same time. You may perhaps split your week between college and a workplace. Apprenticeships are
available in a range of industries i.e. Construction, Childcare, Business, and Hairdressing and they
take about 18 months. However, be aware, presently there are limited apprenticeships available.
A-C grades at GCSE, especially in English and Maths may be required. Look on the National
Apprenticeship Service website.
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Employment – You can look for a full time job, however it must involve part-time training
leading to an accredited qualification.
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More information on this option is available via the following link:
http://www.education.gov.uk/16to19/participation/rpa/a00201391/usefu
l-information-what-does-raising-the-participation-age-mean-for-me
Actions to take now
Start researching your ideas after Year 11 NOW!
Attend Sixth Form and College open days to get a better idea (see next page).
Apply for Sixth Form / College by Jan/Feb 2015 at the latest (check on websites re
dates)
You can make more than one application and decide which offer you wish to accept
after you receive your results.
Financial support is available via the 16-19 Bursary Fund, further details can be
obtained via the following link:
http://www.education.gov.uk/search/results?q=16-19+bursary and from
the individual educational establishments.
Useful WebsitesAdviza – www.adviza.org.uk
Careers ideas –
https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/Pages/Home.aspx
University Information - www.ucas.co.uk
Edgbarrow Sixth Form
www.edgbarrowschool.co.uk
Thursday 20th November 2014 -6.00pm-8.30pm
Head of Sixth Form – Tony Evans
Bracknell & Wokingham
Tel : 0845 330 3343 www.bracknell.ac.uk
Saturday 15th November 2014 - 10am-3pm
Wednesday 11th February 2015 – 4-7.30pm
A Level & vocational Courses Information Evening for Students Monday 13th May 2015, 6-8pm
Reading College
Tel : 0800 036 8888www.reading-college.ac.uk
Wednesday 12th November 2014 – 5-7.30pm
Saturday 7th March 2015 – 9.30am-12.30pm
Wednesday 6th May 2015 – 5-7.30pm
Berks College of Agriculture (BCA)
Tel : 01628 824444
Pre-Register for open Event on line:
http://www.bca.ac.uk/event/open-evening
Thursday 9th October 2014
Saturday 29th November 2014
Guildford College
Tel: 01483 44 85 85
Tuesday 16th October 2014 – 5.30pm-8pm
Thursday 21st October 2014 – 5.30pm-8pm
Thursday 13th November 2014 – 5.30-8pm
East Berks College
Tel : 0845 3732500
www.eastberks.ac.uk (Langley & Windsor Campuses)
Tuesday 25th November 2014 – 4-7pm
Thursday 27th November – 4-7pm
Monday 26th January 2015 – 4-7pm
Wednesday 28th January 2015 – 4-7pm
Farnborough College of Technology
Tel: 01252 405555
www.farn-ct.ac.uk
Wednesday 22rd October 2014 – 4-7.30pm *
Wednesday 19thth November 2014 -4-7.30pm *
*Aldershot campus open for advice on Construction courses
Farnborough Sixth Form College
Tel: 01252 688200
www.farnborough.ac.uk
www.farnborough.ac.uk/admissions (see website for admissions
details and online application area)
Wednesday 23rd & Thursday 24th October 2014 – 3.30pm-9pm
NB: The on-line application process will be open from early November – see
website.
Strodes College , Egham, Surrey
Tel: 01784 437506
www.strodes.ac.uk
Email for details – [email protected]
UTC Reading (New Science College)
Tel: 0118 938 1020
http://www.utcreading.co.uk
Check website for open events
INFORMATION FOR YEAR 11 STUDENTS
Careers Advize Limited can help you to:
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Decide on plans after Year 11
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Look at college & 6th form courses
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Choose the right courses for your chosen career.
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Check university entry requirements and what subjects you need.
If you would like an individual appointment in school please speak
to Mrs. Robinson, Careers & Work Related Learning Administrator
or email her on
[email protected]
APPLY EARLY for college courses – the popular courses fill up very
quickly. Make sure you apply for more than one & keep your options
open, even if you are unsure at present about your future plans,
you will not be committed & you can change your mind later.
Useful Links:
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www.adviza.org.uk
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www.apprenticeships.org.uk
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http://russellgroup.ac.uk/informed-choices (advice on courses
needed for some University entrance)
Sixth Form & College Application
Process
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Order prospectuses
Attend open evenings
Apply early – end of Jan at the latest
Receive letter about an interview
Attend interview – & possible assessment
Offer or Not??
Apprenticeships
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Employment with training, working towards
NVQ (National Vocational Qualification)
Offered in various occupations e.g
Construction, Hairdressing, Childcare,
Motor Vehicle, ICT, Catering & more
To apply, speak with an Adviza, PA or check
out www.apprenticeships.org.uk
Adviza has a vacancy service for school
leavers
Post 16 Bursary
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There is a bursary with limited funds and
students are assessed individually based on
family income.
Finding Work
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Internet – online recruitment sites  www.fish4jobs.co.uk or www.totaljobs.com
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Local Papers - Bracknell news, Crowthorne Times
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National Papers (& their websites) – Guardian, Telegraph
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Employment Agencies
 Manpower, Reed, Hays, Adecco
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Adviza vacancy service for school leavers
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Contact employers directly (spec letters)
Talk, Research, Action!
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Adviza, Personal Advisers
Karen Robinson – Careers & Work Related
Learning @ Edgbarrow
Teachers
Parents, Friends & Family
Attend sixth form and college open events
Edgbarrow Sixth Form Information Evening –
Thursday 20th November 2014
Edgbarrow Careers Evening – an opportunity to
meet and ask questions to representatives from
companies etc – Thursday 5th March 2015
Things to Think About 
Keep Your Options Open
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Investigate All Ideas
Do You Need a Back-Up Plan ?
Don’t know What You Want to Do?
- DON’T PANIC !
Your Future!!!
Thanks for listening