Parents & Carers

These resources have been carefully selected to support parents and carers in their child’s educational next steps to help them make informed choices about their future.

Games

Interactive games to help your child make informed choices about their next educational steps. With information about university modules, pathways, and student finance.

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Guides

Our Life, University and Everything & To Infinity, Choices and Beyond guides our a fantastic resource to discover everything to do with going to university.

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Jargon Buster

We know there can be lots of confusing language around Further & Higher Education, which is why we have this tool to help.

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Video Library

Explore our collection of self-directed video resources for your child to use virtually.

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Educational Pathways

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships offer the chance to combine practical, on-the-job training as well as earning an income.

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University

University offers many benefits, from gaining more specialised knowledge on a subject area students are passionate about to increased earning potential.

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Is your child applying Late? Or going through clearing? Click here to find out what to do

Higher Education Road Map

Resources

STUDENT FINANCE

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STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING

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WEBSITES

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I just wanted to pass on my thanks for the 401 talk that was delivered in school yesterday. I have sons in year 8 and year 10 and both were really upbeat and positive about the talk. They were keen to share the details of what they had heard and were inspired by the content. Please do pass on my thanks to the staff that enabled this to take place. We appreciate the time and effort that goes into arranging these additional resources.

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401 CHALLENGE TALK FUNDED BY THE SMALL PROJECT FUND AT POOLE GRAMMAR SCHOOL

Flying Start

Is your young person at school leaving age (16) and thinking about what to do next? Or, are they in post-16 education already and reconsidering their options? Or perhaps your young person is currently out of work, education or training. Here on Flying Start, we’ve got you covered! We’ve created a designated area for parents/carers who are supporting their young person/people with their next educational steps. Why not explore?

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Careerpilot

Careerpilot is a free online platform offering a wealth of impartial information about routes to higher-level study in the South of England. It helps your child to identify different educational options, with sections dedicated to a variety of qualifications, finding providers, researching courses and job sectors. With up-to-date information about volunteering, financial support, disability support, myth-busting and testimonials; Careerpilot has it all!

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National Events

Parent Power Podcast

The podcast by parents, for parents!

This podcast follows the journey of a parent group (Parent Power Oldham) in their fight for social justice and a fair education system for their children.
Produced by Tim Roe.

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