Parents Direct 2008 by Lynda Hallett

Parents Direct March 2008

A guide to your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future Sixth Form Diplomas VTS E2E Further Education Apprenticeships

As parent’s you will need to discuss with your son or daughter whether they want to and are capable of continuing in fulltime education, which is by far the most popular option for pupils after leaving compulsory education. It is not the only option however, and many young people join a training programme or look for a job. You will all need to consider which of these options will best help your son or daughter to achieve their long-term goals and ambitions. You will need to be their voice of reason in some instances, reflecting on the reality of some potential choices they may make because of their peers, trends (large numbers of pupils choose career areas linked to popular TV programmes), or because of outside interests such as sport or music – both notoriously difficult to get into. Continuing in Further Education is by far the most popular route for 16 year olds. Each September around 70% of all year 11 pupils follow this option. However, it is not always the best and most relevant choice for every young person. Many schools have their own sixth form or are linked to Sixth form colleges and will tend to encourage pupils into thinking of these options first. In many cases this represents familiar ground and the pupil is more or less guaranteed a place, providing they achieve

the right level of entry qualifications. However as a parent you must be aware of what else is available and what these other options may lead to. If your son or daughter would like to continue learning in a different environment, they may want to consider a Further Education college or Work Based Learning, where they can spend some time in a real life job, gains off the job training and often leads to the achievement of A level equivalent qualifications.

Try to instigate discussions on the choices available to your son or daughter as early as you can. The more thoroughly you can all investigate the options the better chances you will have of helping them make an informed decision.

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Parents Direct March 2008

A guide to your child’s future

Qualifications

Sixth Form Diplomas VTS E2E Further Education Apprenticeships

Skills

Income

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upils entering year 11 in September will have some major decisions ahead of them. Choosing GCSE Subjects in year 9 will have given them and you as parent’s experience of helping them to make important decisions. The options made available at the end of year 11 are far more complicated and will involve a great deal more research, discussion and tough decision making.

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DECISIONS DECISIONS

APPRENTICESHIPS

Apprenticeships are high quality work-based training programmes for young people who want to develop their prospects and career. WHY DO AN APPRENTICESHIP? Get ahead whilst getting paid. If your son or daughter decides to take up an Apprenticeship they will: • Earn real wages • Gain new qualifications • Gain new knowledge and skills

technology. This apprenticeship usually takes 12-18 months to complete.

EVERYONE’S DOING THEM: Apprenticeships are becoming more and more popular. Last year, there were more than 255,000 young people in England training in over 150 different types of Apprenticeship.

WHO CAN APPLY FOR AN APPRENTICESHIP? Apprenticeships are open to anyone ages 16-24 living in England and not taking part in full-time education. Entry requirements are flexible because apprenticeships aren’t just based on academic achievement.

WHAT APPRENTICESHIPS ARE AVAILABLE? If you son/ daughter likes the idea of an apprenticeship but has no idea which area they would like to work in – lets inspire them! Visit www. apprenticeships.org.uk and click on young people.

ARE THERE DIFFERENT TYPES OF APPRENTICESHIPS? Yes – there are two different types:

Apprenticeships: Which is working towards a NVQ level 2 (equivalent to 5 GCSEs grade A* - C), a technical certificate and Key Skills qualification e.g. working in teams, problemsolving, communication and using new

Advanced Apprenticeships: Working towards a NVQ Level 3 (equivalent to 2 A Level passes), a technical certificate and Key Skills qualification. This usually takes 2-3 years to complete.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: If you have more questions you would like answered either visit www.apprenticeships. org. uk or contact your local Connexions Centre. To find out about Apprenticeships which may be available in your area, call free phone 08000 150 600. Check out the local press or websites for local employers who offering Apprenticeships.

SIXTH FORM

our son/ daughter may decide that they would like to continue their studies in School Sixth Form. This could mean staying on at their current school if it has a Sixth Form or moving to a different school and meeting new people.

STUDYING IN SIXTH FORM:

SCHOOL

School Sixth Form students will work towards ‘AS’ Levels, ‘A’ Levels or Vocational ‘A’ Levels in their preferred subjects. There may also be an opportunity to re-sit GCSE exams and have more tuition in some subjects. Some schools offer special qualifications such as the international Baccalaureate Diploma. Students may also be involved with extra curricular activities such as sport, trips, work shadowing or the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award.

THE SCHOOL SIXTH FORM ENVIRONMENT: Young people entering School Sixth Form usually find things quite different from their previous schooling. As the older pupils in the school, they are treated as adults and are expected to set an example to the younger students. There a fewer lessons and more opportunities for study, especially during exam time when they may get study leave. Sixth Form students usually have their own common room for study and recreation.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE NEEDED TO ENTER SCHOOL SIXTH FORM: Young people who wish to go in to Sixth Form may need GCSE’s, especially if they want to study for ‘A’ Levels.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER SCHOOL SIXTH FORM? School is an academic route into higher education; many School Sixth Forms have links with local schools and colleges. This may prove useful when deciding which one to choose. It may also help your son/ daughter to progress on to further learning or university once they have finished their studies.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: About School Sixth Form, you can talk to your careers adviser in school, your local Connexions Centre or obtain prospectuses from the Sixth Forms direct.

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE The International Baccalaureate in every Local Authority

he International B a cc a l a u r e a te D i p l o m a qualification is a 2 year post-16 programme of study. The curriculum contains 6 separate subject groups: • their own language • a second language • a subject from the ‘individuals and societies’ group (e.g. history, geography, economics, philosophy) • an arts subject • a science subject. • Maths or computer science There are also three compulsory core requirements: an extended essay; Theory of Knowledge; and ‘Creativity, Action, Service’ (CAS), which encourages students to be involved in artistic activities, sports and community service, raising their awareness and appreciation of life outside academic study. The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is a challenging two-year curriculum, primarily aimed at students aged 16 to 19. It leads to a qualification that is widely recognized by the world’s leading universities.

• ask challenging questions • learn how to learn • develop a strong sense of their own identity and culture • develop the ability to communicate with and understand people from other countries and cultures. • Schools teach the programme in English, French and/or Spanish. The Diploma Programme is one of three programmes offered by the IB. For general information on the IB programme, please visit the International Baccalaureate Organisation website: www.ibo.org. For further details on specific implementation in your area, your first point of call should be your Local Authority 14-19 Coordinator. You are also welcome to contact Alistair Graham on 020 7925 6152 or: alistair.graham@dcsf.gsi.gov.uk

Students learn more than a collection of facts. The Diploma Programme prepares students for university and encourages them to:

FURTHER EDUCATION

f your son/ daughter would like to continue learning in a different environment, they may want to consider a Further Education institute.

FURTHER EDUCATION: Offers young people the opportunity to continue learning after leaving compulsory education in a variety of ways by attending a college of Further Education or Sixth Form. Some young people may prefer to follow the academic ‘classroom’ route. For example, subjects they may wish to study are, accountancy, business studies or law and there are more courses available in many different subjects. Alternatively, they may prefer the vocational route with practical ‘hands on’ learning, which will give them the opportunity to develop practical skills.

There are many different courses they can take in the vocational area including hairdressing, construction, bricklaying plus many more. Further education aims to meet the needs of the individual. Whatever the students aims, aspirations and preferred way of learning, there will be every opportunity for them to develop their individual skills and abilities in a supportive learning environment.

THE COLLEGE ENVIRONMENT: Is much less formal than at school and young people will not be required to wear a uniform. They will also meet new friends and enjoy social activities in a new setting.

QUALIFICATIONS – Are desirable, but not essential. Your son/ daughter may be able to begin a course in a Further Education College with no formal qualifications; however, qualifications would

be needed if they wanted to go on a more advanced course. Similarly they may need qualifications for some Sixth Form Colleges, especially if they want to study ‘A’ Levels.

AFTER FURTHER EDUCATION: Your son/ daughter will have the opportunity to progress to Degree Level or they may choose to go on to University after they have completed their studies. Alternatively they may take their new skills onto employment.

FURTHER EDUCATION MORE INFORMATION: Is available from your local Connexions Centre who will have a detailed directory of every Further Education College in your area.

GETTING THAT JOB

or many young people the idea of finding a job as soon as they are free from compulsory education can seem a very attractive option, as it gives them the chance to start earning money and declaring a certain level of independence. Before reaching a decision serious consideration needs to be made about how this may affect long terms prospects. Going straight into a job where there is no formal structured training may mean they are unlikely to progress in a career or increase their earnings.

Local and national newspapers are good sources of information on up and coming industries or those in decline. Watch out for shortage areas and try to get your son / daughter to think of the medium and long term. For pupils who are likely to achieve lower grades or who are not as academically minded as others, recent employment legislation called ‘The Young Person’s Right to Time Off for Study or Training’ gives them the right to paid time away from work to study for a qualification; It is aimed at young people who are: • • • •

Age 16 or 17 Employed Not in full-time education Not already qualified to level 2 (i.e. have fewer than 5 GCSEs at grades A-C, or do not have an NVQ at level 2 or an intermediate GNVQ).

This legislation allows the employee to approach their employer to ask for the time away from work to undertake a course of study, which does not necessarily have to be linked to the job they are

doing. Any young person faced with this scenario is likely to need support and it is probably a good idea to discuss the issue with an employer at interview stage to ensure there is no misunderstanding later on. You can help by preparing some questions with them before they embark on an interview to try to make sure this and other issues are covered.

EMA

Education Maintenance Allowance What is EMA?

Your course

Basically, EMA is cash in your hands to help you carry on learning. If you’re 16, 17 or 18 and have left, or are about to leave, compulsory education, then it could be for you.

You need to be enrolled on a course in England which is either:

EMA spells fewer money worries with up to £30 a week during term time – leaving you to get on with your studies.

EMA: how much could you get? Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) comes in weekly payments of £10, £20 or £30 which go directly into your bank account. However, you will only get your money if you regularly attend and work hard on your course. If you qualify, the amount you receive is calculated by looking at your household income. It isn’t affected by any money you earn from part-time work, and won’t make any difference to any benefits your parents get.

• a full-time further education course at a college or school • an LSC-funded Diploma (where available) or a course that leads to an Apprenticeship • an LSC funded Entry to Employment (e2e) course (if your e2e course starts on or after 30 June 2008, you’ll get the maximum £30 weekly EMA payment, regardless of your household income)

Your household income To qualify for EMA in the academic year starting in September 2008 your annual household income must be below £30,810 (for tax year 2007/2008).

On top of your weekly amount you can also receive bonuses – but only if you continue to do well and meet targets set by your teacher, tutor or provider when you start.

So, do you qualify? Let’s keep things nice and simple. Just read the list below and if the age, course and income descriptions apply to you, you’re likely to qualify for EMA.

Your age First of all you need to be 16, 17 or 18 and have left – or be about to leave – compulsory education.

E2E

What is E2E? Entry to Employment is a learning programme designed to help young people aged 16 – 18 prepare for the world of work. It’s all about boosting their confidence and motivation, learning basic and key skills, and providing them with a range of opportunities to gain vocational knowledge and skills. The aim is that they will progress to an Apprenticeship, further learning or employment.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR E2E?

If you are between 16-18 years in England you are not taking part in any type of learning since leaving full time education you are eligible to go onto E2E.

HOW LONG DOES E2E LAST? E2E is based on your needs. Everyone is different, some people may need relatively short periods of time to prepare for entry to an Apprenticeship, a job, or further learning opportunities and others may need much longer.

HOW MANY HOURS PER WEEK WILL I BE ON E2E? This depends on the needs of each individual learner but it is estimated that learners will attend somewhere between 16 and 40 hours per week. In special circumstances attendance for 8-16 hours may be agreed.

WILL I GET ANY MONEY FOR BEING ON E2E? Yes. You will receive a minimum allowance plus your expenses are paid in full. You will also receive a bonus for starting E2E and for achieving various outcomes such as completing your Individual Activity Plan, making good progress or for gaining a qualification.

HOW CAN I FIND OUT ABOUT E2E PROGRAMMES IN MY AREA? Staff from your local connexions Services can advise you about E2E opportunities within your local areas, as part of normal careers guidance

during year 10 and 11 and as you make your decisions about what to do when you leave compulsory education. You can also be referred to E2E from other agencies such as social services or youth offending teams if appropriate. Work based learning providers can also identify young people who may benefit from E2E learning programmes.

WHERE AND HOW WILL THE LEARNING TAKE PLACE? Learning takes place in a variety of settings including the class room, or by one-to-one coaching, group activities, discussions, projects, presentations from speakers, on line e-learning, open learning, work placements and experience, external visits, outward bound activities, volunteering etc.

WHICH QUALIFICATIONS WILL I WORK TOWARDS? Ideally all young people will work towards some form of qualification. As this can be a positive motivator for many young people to continue learning. With E2E there is a range of qualifications that can be achieved. Some people may be ready to undertake qualifications from the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), whereas for others it may be more appropriate for them to take short courses, such as first aid courses, computer literacy, European Computer Driving Licence, or the City and Guilds Profile of Achievement.

HOW CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION ABOUT E2E? To find out more about the e2e programme, email e2einfo@lsc.gov.uk, or visit your careers advisor or local Connexions Centre.

APPLICATION FORMS

efore anyone starts to complete an application form there are key factors to always remember, whether it is for options, further education, courses they would like to attend, part time or full time employment. You can help your son/ daughter by encouraging them to remember those factors: • Read through it thoroughly before beginning • Take a photocopy so they can practice before photocopy they can practice completing the original. If this is not possible, encourage them to complete it in pencil first and read through it a few times to make sure it is completed properly. • Watch out for the special instructions, such as complet ‘use block capitals’ Wh or en ‘please use ink’.s get you ingblack the form r son or daughter to give as much information as sible.to Ensuse Even if it doesn’t tellpos them inkthe it ir full ure black they use name and add all contact numbers including mo ber, reproduces email addressbetter is advisable to do sonum as this bile and full postal address. Educational history and qualifications must on photocopies. always be listed in chronological ord er i.e star t with most rece nt and work backwards. onsibili • When completing you the r resp forms give List tiesas conmuch cisely but briefly. Did you know...? information as possible. ...that in the UK, the per • Ensure full name, address and add all contact centage of jobs adverti sed on the Internet is rap idly expanding. d jobsea numbers includingA goo mobile number, email rch strateg y should therefore incl ude a well-defined onl where registering and ine action plan address. posting or building an elec tronic CV is a critical par t! • Educational history and qualifications must always be listed in chronological order i.e start with most recent and work backwards. • List your responsibilities concisely but briefly. When completing the forms

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DIPLOMAS

iplomas are exciting and innovative new qualifications for 14-19 year olds. They have been created to provide a real alternative to more traditional education and qualifications and are the most important changes to the country’s education system since the introduction of GCSEs.

Diplomas will give young people a fully rounded qualification, which combines theoretical and practical learning, including functional English, Maths and ICT, to equip them with the skills, knowledge and understanding they need for further or higher education and long-term employability.

14-19 Diplomas are available at three levels: The Foundation Diploma is an introductory GCSE level qualification and designed for those students who want to learn about engineering but do not feel confident progressing straight to a Higher Diploma. It is broadly equivalent to five GCSEs grade D-G. The Higher Diploma is a GCSE level qualification for those wanting to learn more about engineering whether or not they have completed a Foundation loma. It is broadly equivalent to seven A*-C GCSEs. The Advanced Diploma is designed for sixth formers and college students who would like an industry related alternative to A’ levels which can help them secure employment or a university place. It is valued as being worth up to 420 UCAS points making it broadly equivalent to 3.5 A’ levels. Students completing an Advanced Diploma in Engineering will be able to dedicate similar time to study of maths and science to those who complete a maths A’ level and a science A’ level, with the advantage that they learn how to apply maths and

science to engineering. The brightest students may be able to complete one or two A or A/S levels alongside the Advanced Diploma.

There will be 17 Diploma disciplines by 2011. The first five Diploma lines will begin to be taught from September 2008: Creative and Media, Construction and the Built Environment, Engineering, Information Technology and Society, Health and Development. Diplomas are being rolled out in a controlled way in four phases over 4 years.

IT E-skills UK has been working closely with employers, education and Government to develop the content and structure for the Diploma in IT, which will be available from September 2008. Through a blend of general education and applied learning, the Diploma in IT will prepare young people for university and work.

Society, Health and Development SHD is designed to provide, for the first time, a holistic programme of applied and general learning relating to the children’s services, health, community justice and adult social care sectors.

Engineering The Engineering Diploma will provide young people with a first chance to find out about engineering without committing to a specific career. Engineering offers a wide selection of career options many of which play an important social role, give opportunities to not only experience but also contribute towards the development of the latest technology, give good financial rewards and he recognition of professional status. The vast array of activities which engage engineers include: • developing medical solutions; • designing, building and maintaining transport;

• ensuring our leisure, living and working environments benefit from safe and efficient heating, air conditioning, electricity and water supply; • developing the latest gadgets for communication, entertainment and making our lives easier.

Creative & Media The Diploma covers a rich range of disciplines including film, TV and fashion. Students of the Diploma will gain knowledge, experience and skills enabling them to master processes common to all creative industries. There are also opportunities to specialise.

Construction and the Built Environment The C&BE Diploma will provide an exciting, motivating and relevant, broad-based programme

of applied learning which will introduce young people to the fabric of construction and the built environment and demonstrate the impact they have on the lives of individuals and communities. • Enable individuals to acquire relevant personal, learning and thinking skills in a construction and built environment context. • Offer progression to other Diplomas, to transfer laterally and progress to further training, apprenticeships and further and higher education • Aid effective transition to further education, work-based learning or higher education and to adult and working life. • Provide a motivating learning experience for individuals, through a blend of general education and applied learning within a coherent and motivating programme.

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ENGINEERING SOCIETY, HEALTH

DEVELOPMENT

LEARNING DIRECTORY

he Learning Directory is a comprehensive list of every sixth form, Further Education College and Work Based Learning provider in Essex. If you are looking to go on to a sixth form or further education college, give them a call, find out when the open days are and try to go along to as many as you can. This will give you a real feel for the environment and give you the opportunity to meet the staff and students. If you are looking for work based learning or E2E call as many of the learning providers in the directory as you can, find out what courses they offer and ask if you can go along for an informal chat. This will give you the opportunity to get a feel for the surroundings and the staff and may even help you decide which one is right for you. We hope you find this directory useful.

Sixth form directory: Anglo-European School Ingatestone, Essex 01277 354018 Beauchamps High School Wickford, Essex 01268 735466 Belfairs High School Leigh on Sea, Essex 01702 474496 Billericay School | Billericay, Essex 01277 655191 The Boswells School Chelmsford, Essex 01245 264451 Brentwood County High School Brentwood, Essex 01277 238900 Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School Brentwood, Essex 01277 227156 Bromfords School Wickford, Essex 01268 471201 Cecil Jones High School Southend on Sea, Essex 01702 468000

Chalvedon School and VI Form College | Basildon, Essex 01268 552536 Chelmer Valley High School Chelmsford, Essex 01245 440232

Great Baddow High School & Sports College Chelmsford, Essex 01245 265821 Greensward College Hockley, Essex 01702 202571

Chelmsford County High School for Girls Chelmsford, Essex 01245 352592

Havering College Hornchurch, Essex 01708 455011

Clacton County High School Clacton, Essex 01255 424266

The Harwich School & Language College | Harwich, Essex 01255 245460

Colchester County High School for Girls Colchester, Essex 01206 576973

Hedingham School Halstead, Essex 01787 460470

Colchester Royal Grammar School Colchester, Essex 01206 509100 Colbayns High School Clacton, Essex 01255 428131 Colne Community School Colchester, Essex 01206 303511 Davenant Foundation School Loughton, Essex 0208 508 0404

Helena Romanes School VI Form College | Great Dunmow, Essex 01371 872560 Hylands School Chelmsford, Essex 01245 266766 The John Bramston School Witham, Essex 01376 512911 King Edward VI Grammar School Chelmsford, Essex 01245 353510 The King John School Benfleet, Essex 01702 558284

Mayflower High School Billericay, Essex 01277 623171

St. Bernard’s RC High School Westcliff on Sea, Essex 01702 343583

Westcliff High School for Boys Westcliff on Sea, Essex 01702 475443

Moulsham High School Chelmsford, Essex 01245 260101

St. John Payne Catholic Comprehensive School Chelmsford, Essex 01245 256030

Westcliff High School for Girls Westliff on Sea, Essex 01702 476026

Newport Free Grammar School Saffron Walden, Essex 01799 540237 Palmers College | Grays, Essex 01375 370121 Philip Morant School and College Colchester, Esssex 01206 545222 The Rickstones School Witham, Essex 01376 515756

St. Martin’s School Brentwood, Essex 01277 238300 St. Peter’s High School & Technology College Burnham on Crouch, Essex 01621 782377

St. Peters College Chelmsford, Essex 01245 265511

St. Thomas More High School for Boys Westcliff on Sea, Essex 01702 344933

Saffron Walden County High School | Saffron Walden, Essex 01799 513030

Tendring Technology College & VI Form | Frinton on Sea, Essex 01255 672116

Sawyers Hall College of Science & Technology | Bentwood, Essex 01277 220808

Thurstable School Colchester, Essex 01621 816526

SEEVIC College | Benfleet, Essex 01268 756111

The Eastwood School Eastwood, Essex 01702 524341

Shenfield High School Brentwood, Essex 01277 219131 Shoeburyness High School Shoeburyness, Essex 01702 292286 Southend High School for Boys Southend, Essex 01702 343074 Southend High School for Girls Southend, Essex 01702 588852

St. Marks West Essex Catholic School | Harlow, Essex 01279 421267

The King Edmund Business & Enterprise School Rochford, Essex 01702 545771 The Plume School Maldon, Essex 01621 854681 The Sandon School Chelmsford, Essex 01245 473611

West Hatch High School Chigwell, Essex 0208 5048216 William de Ferrers School Chelmsford, Essex 01245 326326

Further education directory: Braintree College Braintree, Essex 01376 321711 Chelmsford College Chelmsford, Essex 01245 265611 Colchester Institute Colchester, Essex 01206 518000 Epping Forest College Loughton, Essex 0208 5088311 Harlow College | Harlow, Essex 01279 868000 Havering College of FE & HE Hornchurch, Essex 01708 462801 Hertford Regional College Turnford | Ware, Hertfordshire 01992 411411 Palmers College | Grays, Essex 01375 370121 SEEVIC College | Benfleet, Essex 01268 756111

South East Essex College Southend on Sea, Essex 01702 220400

Crown Secretarial College Westcliff on Sea, Essex 01702 341169

Prospects Training Services Ltd Southend on Sea, Essex 01702 391000

The Sixth Form College Colchester, Essex 01206 500700

E A S I Hairdressing Academy Colchester, Essex 01206 760376

Protocol Skill | Colchester, Essex 01206 855979

Thurrock & Basildon College Basildon, Essex 01268 532015

ECITB (Engineering Construction Industry Training Board) Hertfordshire 01923 402155

Writtle College Chelmsford, Essex 01245 424200 Badgehurst Training Ltd | Orsett 01375 891440 Blacup Training | Brighouse 0845 1205178

Learning providers:

Eden Training Westcliff on Sea, Essex 01702 470210 Essex County Council Youth Training & Employment Chelmsford, Essex 01245 430657 Essex Chambers of Commerce Colchester, Essex 01206 765279

Braintree College Braintree, Essex 01376 321711

Education Youth Service Hertfordshire 01438 745566

Career Track (Tendring District Council) | Clacton, Essex 01255 686311

Harlow College | Essex 01279 868145

Catten College | Colchester, Essex 01206 366199 Central Training Academy Southend on Sea, Essex 01702 331648 Chelmsford College Chelmsford, Essex 01245 265611 ext 3437 Chelmsford Training Services Chelmsford, Essex 01245 494992 Colchester Institute Colchester, Essex 01206 518686

Harlow ITEC | Harlow, Essex 01279 401540 ITEC Learning Technologies Basildon, Essex 01268 286929 J & E Training Consultants Basildon, Essex 01268 286403 Lifeskills Solutions Basildon, Essex 01268 272200

ReMIT (Retail motor industry training) | Hertfordshire 07919 328317 SEETEC Business Technology Centre Ltd | Hockley, Essex 01702 201070 STS Training Ltd | Suffolk 01842 862144 TBG Learning | Colchester, Essex 01206 366341 Thurrock & Basildon College Basildon, Essex 01268 461613 Touchstone Group Kelvedon, Essex 01376 572577 Vocational Training Services Westcliff on Sea, Essex 01702 353557 VT Plus Training Ltd Maldon, Essex 01621 843573 Witham Tec | Witham, Essex 01376 521411 Writtle College | Writtle, Essex 01245 424200 YMCA | Southend on Sea, Essex 01702 301309

Otley College of Agriculture & Horticulture | Ipswich 01473 784180