1. High Ability Evening
Progression

2. Opportunities at Post 16
TH – Factors to consider at each stage as a high achieving student:
GCSE – importance of high grades across the board. Importance of EBAC
A Level – choosing subjects you enjoy, can do well at. Look at future progression routes, requirements. A level preferred by more traditional/competitive universities
BTEC – as A level, consider assessment methods.
Apprenticeships – Higher level, but employers will expect high standards of personal skills as well as qualifications
HE – Finance changed again this year – see HEPP or collect information. Wide range of opportunities available – how to research? LRC, websites. Why do we do trips?

3. The successful student has
A good portfolio of qualifications
Appropriate work experience
The ability to talk about transferable skills and experiences
The ability to present/sell themselves
Researched and gained knowledge and understanding of the direction they want to take
A professional approach to studies and wider experiences
The skills to be successful in a competitive application process and job market
Used their support network well (teachers, parents, employers) WA

4. Case studies – Shirebrook
Michael Draper
University of York, Maths
Best part of uni life: Independence, meeting people from all over the world sharing your interest , night life.
Most challenging aspect: Keeping on top of all your assignments.
TH – lots of success stories from Shirebrook Academy, here are some…
Lauren Oxley
Luke Timmons
Michael Draper

5. Academy website – Links – Research
Key links to look at today – UCAS, National Careers Service