Intro and attractions of choosing a Degree Apprenticeship:

Year 9 Onwards

• Pupils can attend a range of talks through our Careers and Futures programmes, becoming familiar with the concept and workings of a Degree Apprenticeship
• Degree Apprenticeships are represented at our biannual Careers Fair, enabling pupils across the schools the opportunity to have one-to-one conversations with experts.

Years 10 and 11

• Pupils receive guidance about Degree Apprenticeships at Sixth Form Open Evening talks
• Each pupil sits down one-to-one with a member of the Senior Team to discuss their A Level and future plans, including discussion of Degree Apprenticeships, with signposting to our expert staff for further conversation
• From Year 11 onwards, our PSHE programmes outline what Degree Apprenticeships are, how they work, and the benefits of considering one.

Sixth Form

• Lower Sixth pupils engage in discussions with their tutors and mentors, including going through Degree Apprenticeships as an option
• Pupils are invited to attend external Degree Apprenticeship fairs, alongside visiting universities and other post A Level providers
• External providers and speakers present to students at our Higher Education evenings across the Foundation
• Dedicated time, including National Apprenticeship weeks, provide opportunities to talk with Apprenticeship providers and explore the range of options
• In tandem with our UCAS provision, pupils considering Degree Apprenticeship can arrange one-to-one conversations with our Careers Departments, attend lunchtime talks, and enrol onto our programme of support, including dedicated Degree Apprenticeship days led by staff experts

In Upper Sixth, pupils receive tailored support through the process of application, including interview practice as necessary.