Post-16 Options - A Guide for Parents & Carers

Deciding what to do post-16 is another exciting step in a young person’s life, paving the way for further education and employment. It is a big decision, and it can feel overwhelming, so we’ve put together this quick guide for parents and carers on the variety of options available.

Young people must now stay in education or training until they are at least 18 years old. If you fail to pass English and Maths at a grade 4 or better you will need to resit this qualification for the vast majority of courses and apprenticeships post-16. They can choose to continue studying or combine work with study through an apprenticeship or traineeship.

Staying in education

There is no shortage of choice for those who wish to continue studying. Far from being limited to a standard list of A Levels, students can now choose to qualify in a specific sector or industry. Whether they like classroom-based education or prefer hands-on experience in the workplace, there are options for every type of learner – use the table below to quickly compare what is available.

For those still unsure, try narrowing down the search with this handy quiz from UCAS.

Choosing where to study

This is typically the first time that a young person will choose for themselves where they want to study – although we recognise the role that parents, and carers play in this decision. College or a further education centre offers the chance to make new friends and start preparing for life post-education, in an adult environment. Depending on the type of qualification, and/or subjects.

What is the 16-19 bursary?

Anyone studying at a publicly funded school or college in England, or on a training course, may be entitled to a bursary.  This money can be used for clothing, books, and other course equipment, or even transport and lunch on the days they are studying.

The main type of bursary is for students in vulnerable groups, which is worth up to £1200 depending on the individual circumstances. Those who don’t qualify for this and need financial help, may be entitled to a discretionary bursary. You can check eligibility on the government website here.

The next steps

The next step is to find schools, colleges and other training providers in your area that offer the course and learning experience you’re looking for. This is where careful research will pay off – find out as much as you can about what is on offer, from the range of courses and the support available to the opportunities for personal development such as clubs and societies.

Whilst you might not be able to visit right now, most centres are open evenings, and this is your chance to ask those all-important questions.

Year 11 Transition Information

Here are some important websites for providers in the area with details of open days and taster days

Virtual Tours, Events and Websites 

Scarborough 6th Form

https://s6f.org.uk/

Prospectus Click Here

Virtual Tour - click here 

Scarborough TEC 

https://www.scarboroughtec.ac.uk/

Open Events - Click Here

York College

https://yorkcollege.ac.uk/

Events - Click Here

Malton School 6th Form

https://www.maltonschool.org

Prospectus - Click Here

Askham Bryan College

https://www.askham-bryan.ac.uk/

Prospectus - Click Here

Opens Days - Click here

Virtual Tour - Click here

Bishop Burton College

https://www.bishopburton.ac.uk/

Virtual Tour - Click Here 

To view the digital prospectus - Click Here

Events - Click Here

East Riding College Bridlington

https://www.eastridingcollege.ac.uk/ 

Events - Click Here

Scarborough UTC

Visit website for information - click here 

For information about how to apply, click here: www.scarboroughutc.co.uk/apply

The Academy Hair & Beauty 

www.academyhairandbeauty.com

RAF/Army Information

• RAF Recruitment | Home | Regular & Reserve | Royal Air Force (mod.uk)
• The British Army | Army Jobs and Recruitment (mod.uk)

Scarborough Football Scholarship 

• SFS are proud to offer a unique opportunity for student athletes to study towards a Soccer & UK Degree. Visit their website here.

Useful Websites & Documents

These websites provide students and parents with information and advice relating to career paths and jobs.

Please be aware that course and career information is constantly changing. Please make sure you look for the date on any career related article that you read and if you are in any doubt please speak with the Careers Advisor.

• BBC Bitesize: - www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/careers

 Take the quiz to learn more about job roles and find out about the GCSEs needed for job roles 

• Future planning www.successatschool.co.uk 

A guide to careers via zones in which students can research their ideas covering Apprenticeships, school leaver programs and degrees. Very useful for future planning.

• National Careers Service   https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.

This central government website provides access to independent professional advice on careers, skills and the labour market for anyone aged 13 and over. There are features on this website including “What will the jobs of the future look like?” and a quiz to help you identify how your skills and qualifications could match the future job market.

• Apprenticeships  https://www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/  

This website provides information about apprenticeships for students, parents and employers, and includes a list of current apprenticeship vacancies. It is a good idea to visit the site and create a user name and password and it is recommended that students in year 11 should start to apply for vacancies early in the spring term

• Amazing Apprenticeships- Click the link here
  

The latest apprenticeship information & advice for parents, supported by the National Apprenticeship Service.

• Job Explorer Database: - Click the link here

Jed, the Job Explorer Database, has searches, quizzes, pictures and text to help you find out more about hundreds of jobs

Labour Market Information

• The Future of Work Job and Skills