1. WELCOME TO NOWER HILL HIGH SCHOOL HIGHER EDUCATION EVENING 2011

2. Why Higher Education? Career opportunities Potential earnings Passion for learning Once in a lifetime opportunity Independence Fun!

3. And last but not least……… They’ll look after you when you’re old!

4. Nower Hill HE progression success 2008 – 99% 2009 – 100% 2010 – 95% 2011 - 95% Oxbridge – 9 placed; 2 offers this year Medics – 6 placed; Dentists – 2 placed; 1 offer this year

5. After A Levels……………. University Gap Year Work Experience Employment

6. Where to go? Course Location and distance Campus / non campus Cost of living Social life Live at home or away Course Facilities

7. What next? Open days Research Work Experience Personal statements Careers day

8. How do we help? Speakers from HE HE Activities built into Citizenship Programme HE Activities week HE Resources on Fronter UCAS advisor in house

9. And …. Dedicated HE area in careers room 6 th Form Study and Careers Advisor Subject specific lectures and activity days 1 : 1 help with applications Mock interviews Workshop on leaving home

10. How can parents help? Get involved with their research Show interest and support Trust their child’s decision Personal statements Open Days – lifts and train fares Help to foster financial responsibility Ensure they study!

11. Common concerns……. Guidance through the application process Competition for places Living alone Fees Making realistic choices

12. Any questions so far…….