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LHS Year 9 Information Booklet 2017-18

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CEIAG: Post-16 Further Education and Training<br />

<strong>Information</strong> for Students<br />

Raising participation legislation requires you to continue on in education or training until at least your<br />

<strong>18</strong>th birthday. Post-16 education and training providers vary so it is important to do some research and<br />

think about where you would like to attend. This will be discussed and explored in detail during your<br />

Careers Guidance interviews to support you to achieve a successful post 16 transition at the end of<br />

<strong>Year</strong> 11.<br />

Sixth Form<br />

Attached to a high school.<br />

Deliver level 3 courses only, these are normally A levels.<br />

College of Further Education<br />

Larger than a sixth form.<br />

Deliver a wide range of courses including diplomas and A levels.<br />

There are college courses for all levels of learners.<br />

Steps to applying<br />

Throughout years 10 and 11, you will be informed about 6th form and college open days. It is extremely<br />

useful to visit a number of different providers. You can take your parents, carers or friends with you.<br />

At the start of year 11, there will be presentations from local colleges and 6th forms in school.<br />

You will have accessed Careers Guidance interviews and drop ins to discuss and explore your individual<br />

pathway options.<br />

You will have attended a variety of events to inform you about different post-16 provision such as taster<br />

fairs and careers fairs.<br />

When you have decided which course/s you want to apply for, complete the application form (this may<br />

be on paper or based online). Deadlines vary but most should be completed by the end of January.<br />

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