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Get an apprenticeship
With an apprenticeship you can earn money, gain qualifications, and start your career fast
With an apprenticeship you can earn money, gain qualifications, and start your career fast
Young people who are looked after are provided with help by their workers to understand their care
Children in care have the right to have a say in how they are cared for and have their voice heard
Being homeless is dangerous, stressful, bad for your health and stops you getting on with your life - know how to avoid it
New drug-like substances are sometimes known as ‘legal highs.' But they are illegal and have serious health risks. People who buy and sell 'legal highs' are breaking the law.
Think safety, whether you are at work, doing work experience, or seeking work
Most of Oxfordshire’s children and young people go to school or college – but some are educated at home
Information about support for young people leaving care
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender or Questioning - find out more about sexuality and gender identity.
Learning to manage your money is a core life skill that everyone needs to learn
Every year some students decide to leave their school and go to college for their post-16 learning.
Left post-16 education early? Here's what you need to do:
Oxfordshire County Council consults with people who live in the county
When you are pregnant, you have choices
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.
Self harm: spotting the signs, identifying risks and helping someone at risk
If you are worried that you or your friends are getting into trouble, there are things you can do to help
The internet is an important part of life and learning, but you should be aware of problems you might have online and take steps to be safe.
Information on how to get help if you, or someone you care for is smoking
Everyone feels stressed sometimes and it can be useful and motivate your mind. But if you feel too much stress, too often, and can't calm down, then there may be a problem.