LHS Year 10 Information Booklet 2018-19
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CEIAG: Post-16 Further Education and Training<br />
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 />
18th 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 />
At the start of year 11, you will be informed about 6th form and college open days. It is extremely useful<br />
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 drop ins/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 />
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