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School Leavers

For parents thinking about what happens next. Here you’ll find a wealth of information on gap year opportunities and university applications. Leaving school can be as daunting as it is exciting and in this section we aim to inform and inspire.

School Leavers Articles

Hurtwood House star heads to Berklee

Hurtwood House star heads to Berklee

Hurtwood has continued its stellar contribution to the creative world, as another talented alumnus joins Berklee College of Music

St Catherine's, Bramley on delivering focused careers guidance

St Catherine’s, Bramley on delivering focused careers guidance

St Catherine's School, Bramley, Head of Careers Catherine Taylor on how its carefully designed careers programme helps students gain the edge in a competitive and constantly shifting work landscape

Sixth Form 2:0 – how schools are adapting 16+ education

Sixth Form 2:0 – how schools are adapting 16+ education

Sixth Form life is changing to suit priorities of students in the 16+ age group. Schools are responding with innovations in spaces, learning opportunities and ambiance. Absolutely Education speaks to two London schools

The Leys pupil wins young financial journalist award

The Leys pupil wins young financial journalist award

The Leys School, Cambridge pupil Tife received a top prize in a financial journalism competition for her article on cashless society

Star time with RPO and ACS International Schools

Star time with RPO and ACS International Schools

Students came together to perform classic tunes alongside West End professionals in an event organised by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) and ACS International Schools

Maida Vale School on the importance of a creative curriculum

Maida Vale School on the importance of a creative curriculum

Maida Vale School Head Magnus Bashaarat on a long-overdue realisation that creative subjects help to fuel the UK economy and provide rewarding careers

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Hurtwood House star heads to Berklee
St Catherine's, Bramley on delivering focused careers guidance
Sixth Form 2:0 – how schools are adapting 16+ education
The Leys pupil wins young financial journalist award
Star time with RPO and ACS International Schools
Maida Vale School on the importance of a creative curriculum
Day in the life: Head Girls of St Catherine's Bramley
Oxbridge Applications on how it is widening access
Mayfield School on A levels and beyond...
Online and legal: why children need digital education
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