Get an apprenticeship
With an apprenticeship you can earn money, gain qualifications, and start your career fast
You need to stay in learning until you are 18 - but choices at 14+ and 16+ mean you can choose the learning that suits you.
A-level choices
Making choices about post-16 learning including A-levels is an exciting time with lots of interesting choices
Avoiding Exclusion
Being excluded from school doesn't just interrupt learning. It can also have a bad impact on your future.
Career Options
Figuring out what you want to do for work can be confusing, here are resources to help you explore your options
Careers and Education Information, Advice and Guidance
Every young person in Oxfordshire has the right to information and guidance about learning and career choices
Careers in construction
Construction isn't just for labourers and isn't just building - IT, Engineering, Site Management and Administration all play their part, and there are good opportunities for everyone.
Careers in Health
Careers in Health is not just about being a doctor, nurse or dentist. There are hundreds of different careers available for anyone who decides to follow a career in health
Careers in ICT
Jobs in ICT come in all different varieties - find out how you can get started in the field, and get a job that suits your needs!
Careers in Law
There are many job opportunities for someone interested in law. Find what job suits you and your needs!
Careers in Science
There is more in science than you think. Explore the different careers that you can find in the science sector.
Careers in Sports and Leisure
Careers in Sports and Leisure come in loads of different varieties and types - find the right one for you!
Finding a training provider for your apprenticeship
Sometimes you may be asked to find a training provider for your apprenticeship, here's how to find one
GCSE choices
GCSEs and other pre-16 qualifications support your future learning and get you ready for Post-16 learning
Go to School
Get the most out of your time at school by avoiding absence, learning well, taking up activities and other opportunities and solving problems quickly when they happen
Higher Education
Explore the different ways to study for a Higher Education qualification
Learning at Home
Most of Oxfordshire’s children and young people go to school or college – but some are educated at home
Moving from school to college
Every year some students decide to leave their school and go to college for their post-16 learning.
Not in education, employment or training?
All young people need to stay in learning until age 18 - if you're out of learning or training, it's time to take action
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Opportunities Noticeboard
Posters, notices and fliers about open days, job clubs, training, learning and more for young people in Oxfordshire
Pass Exams
Learn how to do your best, and what to do if results are not as hoped
School leaving age
Children must stay in education, training and learning until age 18. This can be at school, college, or (after age 16) in a job with training, like an apprenticeship.
Traineeships
Traineeships are flexible training programmes for young people aged 16 to 24 years
Training at work
When you are in employment it is important to keep on learning
Training Providers
Local training providers offer alternative options for 16+ learning, including community-based programmes, engagement, and specialist support
Results Day
Results day can feel like an anxious time. But even if your results are not what you hoped you can still find a great place to study