We are extremely proud of our destination data showing all students are thoroughly supported with their next steps, whatever this may be. Of those who applied to university in 2024 we had a wide range of degree courses in a variety of locations, including: Newcastle University (Medicine & Surgery, Electrical Engineering), Durham University (Natural Sciences), University of Southampton (Aeronautics and Astronautics/ Spacecraft Engineering), York St John (Paramedic Science), The next step
Student “The pastoral staff dedicate themselves to making each student’s application stand out in order to achieve the courses or apprenticeships that they want at the end of Y13.”
HIGHER EDUCATION: We offer a structured programme of support for students applying to university from guidance through the UCAS application process and student finance to university talks, visits and residential Summer Schools. This support is given weekly throughout Year 12 and 13. We have excellent links with local universities such as Newcastle, Northumbria, Sunderland and Durham and our Sixth Form works with students on a range of supported progression and reduced offer schemes including HE+, PARTNERS, NU Entry and Supported Progression. We also offer dedicated advice and support for students considering Medicine, Dentistry or Veterinary Science and Oxbridge applications.
EMPLOYMENT: As seen in our destinations data each year, increasing numbers of students are choosing the apprenticeship or employment route after Sixth Form. We ensure that our enrichment programme includes information, support and opportunities for this. We ensure our programme meets all Gatsby benchmarks including frequent visits from employers who provide key advice and support on recruitment and application processes. We also have a dedicated Careers Advisor who can give advice on apprenticeships and employment opportunities as well as providing help with writing CVs, letters of application and preparation for interviews. Many of our students go on to secure apprenticeships with firms such as Virgin Money, Muckle LLP, Accenture, Barbour and Robson Laidler Accountants Ltd.
Northumbria University (Law, Primary Education) and University of Leeds (Pharmacology).
Student “The trip has opened my eyes to courses and career opportunities I didn’t think existed. It also gave me a chance to meet with professionals in the industry.”
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