Remember SATs? This was the tests a lot of people took when they were in Primary School. They are quite an important test as it will decide whether your secondary school will accept you. Private schools are independent schools, not ran by the government. As …
How Many Apprenticeships Can You Apply For?
In the UK, Apprenticeships are just one of the many paths available for both post-16 and post-18 students. They are a popular option for those who know which sector they would like to enter in the working world. As Apprenticeships are employer run, applying is …
Do You Get Paid for an Apprenticeship?
In this time and age, the career options and pathways you can take are wider than ever before. University has always been the gateway to a fantastic career. However, apprenticeships are now starting to take the spotlight. You may be surprised to hear that taking …
Can You Do an Apprenticeship at Any Age?
Nowadays, there are so many different forms of education that as students we’re almost spoilt for choice. These multiple forms of education allow us to decide how we want to study. They also allow us to find which style suits us best. From a very …
How Are Apprenticeships Graded?
As a student, choosing what you want to study can be really difficult. There are so many options of what you can do. But at times, it can feel like you have 1000 reasons why they’re not right for you. After you finish your GCSEs …
Is Sixth Form Free?
For students who are approaching the end of their GCSEs, they may be considering what their options are for the future. One of the most popular routes for post-16 students to take is receiving education at sixth form college. However, many may worry about the …
How Long is Sixth Form in the UK?
The move from high school to sixth form can be a stressful time for students. The new environment combined with different expectations and rules can be a difficult transition. This is even worse if you are moving away from friends. One of the main questions …
Is Sixth Form Compulsory in the UK?
After finishing GCSEs, it can be hard for students to work out what they want to do. Some students choose to go on to Sixth Form. Others may feel they no longer want to go to school. The laws around this can be confusing, as …
T-Levels vs Apprenticeships
As two of the most uncommon post-16 options, T-Levels and Apprenticeships are often forgotten by students choosing their paths after GCSEs. Both are excellent qualifications which will continue to be offered even after the government has completed the reformation of level 3 qualifications. Whether you’re …
How Many UCAS Points Do You Get For T-Levels?
When students start thinking of choices in regard to their futures, many think of choosing further education – maybe sixth form or college and then university. Yet there can be confusion as to how exactly students transition from one step to another. As new options …