Year 12 Explore Their Future Pathways

Over the past few weeks, our Year 12 students have taken part in a series of events designed to help them explore the wide range of opportunities available to them after Sixth Form and to start preparing for life beyond Year 13.

The first of these was a visit to the UEL UCAS Discovery Day, where students had the opportunity to speak directly with representatives from a wide variety of universities and apprenticeship providers. This event gave students valuable insight into the different routes they can take, whether that’s heading to university, pursuing an apprenticeship, or exploring alternative pathways.

Following this, students attended a Taster Day at the University of Hertfordshire, where they got to experience university life first-hand. Students chose from a range of subject-specific taster lectures, including nursing, physiotherapy, engineering, law, and many more. They navigated the campus independently, attended informative talks, and toured the university’s impressive facilities — giving them a real taste of what it’s like to be a university student.

Finally, Year 12 took part in a Personal Statement Workshop, delivered in school by a representative from the University of Hertfordshire. This session helped students understand what makes a strong personal statement and how to stand out in competitive university or apprenticeship applications.

These experiences have provided Year 12 with valuable knowledge and practical advice, helping them feel more confident and informed as they plan their next steps.