OPPORTUNITIES IN THE SIXTH FORM UNIVERSITY and APPRENTICESHIP PREPARATION All students have a log in to Unifrog — an online platform with search engines for universities (in the UK, Europe, US, Canada, Asia and Australasia); apprenticeships; MOOCs and scholarships. It also offers extensive guidance on wider reading; personal statement and CV writing; and the Common Application process for US applicants. All university and apprenticeship applications are carefully monitored by the Sixth Form team including tutors and the Head of Careers. For those considering Oxbridge, additional guidance and preparation is given via the Elite University Programme. We provide opportunities to meet with university admissions tutors at our Higher Education Evening and annual Careers Fair, as well as other events such as our NHS Evening and International Universities Fair. At the end of Year 12, students attend a Footsteps to Futures programme, which covers university and apprenticeship applications, finance, first aid, personal safety, mental health, yoga and driving. ONGOING CAREERS SUPPORT As well as timetabled careers lessons, our full time Head of Careers offers one–to-one guidance sessions to students, advising on the whole range of career-related opportunities and the development of transferable skills. Students are also encouraged and supported to find suitable work experience placements and are invited to “career breakfasts” led by a range of contacts in different professions, including law. Parents are very welcome to meet the Head of Careers by appointment. INDIVIDUAL TUTORIAL SUPPORT The House System means that you will have a tutor responsible for monitoring your progress throughout your studies. They deliver a Tutor Programme, which includes support for your health and wellbeing; advice on revision strategies; UCAS personal statement writing and interview preparation. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES Annual events include the Sixth Form Team Building Day in September and the Summer Ball which is held in May. These are an excellent opportunity to strengthen relationships and relax with staff and other students.
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