Options After Year 11 Tuesday 7 th October 2014 Helen Hobson Personal Adviser

What is Adviza (Connexions)? Service for young people – giving independent advice & guidance on: education, jobs & careers, and other issues Adviza was (Connexions) Advisers visit School Bracknell Connexions Centre – 3a Charles Square, Tel

Raising the Participation Age (RPA) Vast majority of 16 & 17 year olds already continue in education or training Vast majority of 16 & 17 year olds already continue in education or training Government has introduced RPA 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 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? What does this mean?

Your Options After Year 11 Continue in full time education Continue in full time education Work based Learning (Apprenticeship) Work based Learning (Apprenticeship) Full time work or volunteering with a part time training course (accredited) Full time work or volunteering with a part time training course (accredited)

How To Choose? Things you need to think about – Your Interests What you’re good at – skills and strengths GCSE grades

Education – Where to Study? Education – Where to Study? Edgbarrow Sixth Form Edgbarrow Sixth Form Further Education College Further Education College → Bracknell & Wokingham, Reading College, BCA, Newbury College, Farnborough College of Technology, Farnborough 6 th Form

Education – What to Study? Different levels of courses after GCSEs 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 Geography Geography Government and Politics Government and Politics History History Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics with Mechanics Mathematics with Mechanics Statistics Statistics Further Mathematics Further Mathematics Media Studies Media Studies Photography Photography Physical Education Physical Education Physics Physics Psychology Psychology Religion, Philosophy & Ethics Religion, Philosophy & Ethics Sociology Sociology Art Biology Business Studies Chemistry Computing Product Design Graphic Products Resistant Materials Drama and Theatre Studies Economics English – Creative Writing English Language English Literature Languages French German Spanish Over 25 subjects to choose from:

Edgbarrow Sixth Form BTECs – Level 3 Diploma (equivalent to 2 A-Levels) BTECs – Level 3 Diploma (equivalent to 2 A-Levels) Business Business Health and Social Care Health and Social Care Information Technology Information Technology Performing Arts Performing Arts Sports Science Sports Science Great Results Great Results 26% A*-A at A Level in % A*-A at A Level in % A*-B at A Level in % A*-B at A Level in % Distinction* - Distinction at L3 BTEC in % Distinction* - Distinction at L3 BTEC in 2014

Courses at College – Level 3 A-Levels & GCSE Resits A-Levels & GCSE Resits Level 3 courses such as National Certificates and National Diplomas in: Level 3 courses such as National Certificates and National Diplomas in: Construction, Electrics & Plumbing Construction, Electrics & Plumbing Engineering & Motor Vehicle Engineering & Motor Vehicle Childcare Childcare Hairdressing & Beauty Hairdressing & Beauty Sport Sport Travel & Tourism Travel & Tourism IT IT Catering & Hospitality Catering & Hospitality Horticulture & Animal Care Horticulture & Animal Care Art & Design Art & Design Media & Photography Media & Photography Public Services Public Services

Courses at College – Levels 1 and 2 Level 2 courses: e.g. First Diplomas in variety of subjects: Level 2 courses: e.g. First Diplomas in variety of subjects: Health & Social Care, Art & Design, Vehicle Fitting and Construction etc Health & Social Care, Art & Design, Vehicle Fitting and Construction etc Foundation Learning Foundation Learning Improve literacy and numeracy Improve literacy and numeracy Build confidence & self esteem Build confidence & self esteem Work Experience Work Experience

Year 11 - Important points to remember…. Only about 8 months to go before your examinations!  Work hard towards GCSEs/BTECs and make sure your coursework is up to date  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  DO YOUR BEST! Your options after Year 11 include: 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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.

Employment – You can look for a full time job, however it must involve part-time training leading to an accredited qualification. Employment – You can look for a full time job, however it must involve part-time training leading to an accredited qualification. More information on this option is available via the following link: l-information-what-does-raising-the-participation-age-mean-for-me More information on this option is available via the following link: l-information-what-does-raising-the-participation-age-mean-for-me l-information-what-does-raising-the-participation-age-mean-for-me l-information-what-does-raising-the-participation-age-mean-for-me Actions to take now 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 Bursary Fund, further details can be obtained via the following link: and from the individual educational establishments. Useful Websites- Useful Websites-  Adviza –  Careers ideas –  University Information -

Edgbarrow Sixth Form Thursday 20 th November pm-8.30pm Head of Sixth Form – Tony Evans Bracknell & Wokingham Tel : Saturday 15th November am-3pm Wednesday 11 th February 2015 – pm A Level & vocational Courses Information Evening for Students - Monday 13 th May 2015, 6-8pm Reading College Tel : Wednesday 12 th November 2014 – pm Saturday 7 th March 2015 – 9.30am-12.30pm Wednesday 6 th May 2015 – pm Berks College of Agriculture (BCA) Tel : Pre-Register for open Event on line: for open Event on line: Thursday 9 th October 2014 Saturday 29 th November 2014 Guildford College Tel: Tuesday 16 th October 2014 – 5.30pm-8pm Thursday 21 st October 2014 – 5.30pm-8pm Thursday 13 th November 2014 – pm East Berks College Tel : (Langley & Windsor Campuses) Tuesday 25 th November 2014 – 4-7pm Thursday 27 th November – 4-7pm Monday 26 th January 2015 – 4-7pm Wednesday 28 th January 2015 – 4-7pm Farnborough College of Technology Tel: Wednesday 22 rd October 2014 – pm * Wednesday 19th th November pm * *Aldershot campus open for advice on Construction courses Farnborough Sixth Form College Tel: (see website for admissions details and online application area) Wednesday 23 rd & Thursday 24 th October 2014 – 3.30pm-9pm NB: The on-line application process will be open from early November – see website. Strodes College, Egham, Surrey Tel: for details – UTC Reading (New Science College) Tel: Check website for open events INFORMATION FOR YEAR 11 STUDENTS Careers Advize Limited can help you to: Decide on plans after Year 11 Look at college & 6 th form courses Choose the right courses for your chosen career. 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 her on 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:    (advice on courses needed for some University entrance)

Sixth Form & College Application Process Order prospectuses Order prospectuses Attend open evenings Attend open evenings Apply early – end of Jan at the latest Apply early – end of Jan at the latest Receive letter about an interview Receive letter about an interview Attend interview – & possible assessment Offer or Not?? Attend interview – & possible assessment Offer or Not??

Apprenticeships Employment with training, working towards NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) Employment with training, working towards NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) Offered in various occupations e.g Construction, Hairdressing, Childcare, Motor Vehicle, ICT, Catering & more Offered in various occupations e.g Construction, Hairdressing, Childcare, Motor Vehicle, ICT, Catering & more To apply, speak with an Adviza, PA or check out To apply, speak with an Adviza, PA or check out Adviza has a vacancy service for school leavers Adviza has a vacancy service for school leavers

Post 16 Bursary There is a bursary with limited funds and students are assessed individually based on family income. There is a bursary with limited funds and students are assessed individually based on family income.

Finding Work Internet – online recruitment sites - Internet – online recruitment sites - or or Local Papers - Bracknell news, Crowthorne Times Local Papers - Bracknell news, Crowthorne Times National Papers (& their websites) – Guardian, Telegraph National Papers (& their websites) – Guardian, Telegraph Employment Agencies Employment Agencies Manpower, Reed, Hays, Adecco Manpower, Reed, Hays, Adecco Adviza vacancy service for school leavers Adviza vacancy service for school leavers Contact employers directly (spec letters) Contact employers directly (spec letters)

Talk, Research, Action! Adviza, Personal Advisers Adviza, Personal Advisers Karen Robinson – Careers & Work Related Edgbarrow Karen Robinson – Careers & Work Related Edgbarrow Teachers Teachers Parents, Friends & Family Parents, Friends & Family Attend sixth form and college open events Attend sixth form and college open events Edgbarrow Sixth Form Information Evening – Thursday 20th November 2014 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 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 Investigate All Ideas Do You Need a Back-Up Plan ? Don’t know What You Want to Do? - DON’T PANIC !

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