Post 16 Transition
As a result of legislation introduced in September 2013, the law now requires that young people continue in education, employment or training until the age of 18..In addition, students who do not achieve a GCSE Grade 4 in Maths and/or English Language are required to re-take the course at college.
Students are given information about the range of choices available to them which include:
- A full-time course (this might involve A levels or a BTEC, or a combination of both) or
- An apprenticeship or traineeship.
We work closely with all post-16 providers in Leicester and Leicestershire to ensure students are aware of the range of options available to them, and the entry requirements for each course and provider. Positive Steps @16 is the on-line application system, which all students will use to apply for at least 2 post-16 places during Year 11.
| The timetable FOR THE APPLICATION PROCESS IS AS FOLLOWS | |
|---|---|
| October |
Post-16 Transition Parents’ Evening |
| October - November |
Lunchtime talks from post-16 providers |
| October - November |
College Open Days |
| November - December |
Students complete Positive Steps @ 16 application form during PSHE lesson time |
| January |
Applications sent off |
| January - April |
Post-16 Interviews take place |
| March - April |
Offers confirmed by colleges, and accepted or declined by students |
All students have an appointment with the Connexions Advisor in Year 11 to assist them in making choices.
POST 16 TALKS
Over the next few months Post 16 providers are holding their Open Day events. We strongly recommend that you visit the college your daughter would like to attend to learn more about what they can offer her.
|
College |
Date |
Time |
|---|---|---|
|
Loughborough College |
Saturday 1st October Saturday 5th November Saturday 26th November |
10am – 1pm |
|
NWSLC – Wigston & Hinckley Campus |
Monday 3rd October Monday 21st November |
5pm – 8pm |
|
Melton Vale Sixth Form College |
Monday 3rd October |
5pm – 7.30pm |
|
Leicester College (all campuses) |
Tuesday 11th October Saturday 26th November |
4pm – 8pm 10am – 3pm |
|
Beauchamp College |
Saturday 29th October |
|
|
SMB College – Brooksby Campus |
Saturday 29th October |
9am – 1:30pm |
|
Beauchamp City 6th Form |
Saturday 5th November |
10am – 2pm |
|
WQE (both campuses) |
Saturday 5th November |
10am-4pm |
|
Gateway College |
Saturday 12th November |
10am – 1pm
|
|
SMB College – Stephenson Campus |
Saturday 12th November |
10am – 12pm |
For help with completing your PS16 applications follow the step-by-step instructions in these guides
Part 1 - PS16 User Guide
Part 2 - PS16 User Guide
Careers Newsletters will be sent to all 11 pupils via their college email. They will cover the latest course news, important dates and provider links to support students in making their choices for Post 16 study.
POSITIVE STEPS @16 PERSONAL STATEMENT
For assistance with the Positive Steps @16 Personal Statement click here for a template.