Alcohol & safer drinking
Young people are drinking less alcohol than they used to, but drinking heavily and getting drunk is still a risk
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Basic skills
Basic skills are the key skills you need in study and life, and include Maths, English and ICT
Benefits and Earning
You can get benefits and other financial support if you’re eligible
Cannabis
Cannabis is illegal in the UK and evidence shows it may be particularly risky for young people
Go to College
Continuing with education after GCSEs is a popular choice, with lots of different ways to learn
Discrimination
The law provides protection against discrimination
Get an apprenticeship
With an apprenticeship you can earn money, gain qualifications, and start your career fast
Homeless
Information for young people in Oxfordshire worried about homelessness
Job seeking and work safety
Think safety, whether you are at work, doing work experience, or seeking work
Learning at Home
Most of Oxfordshire’s children and young people go to school or college – but some are educated at home
LGBTQ
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender or Questioning - find out more about sexuality and gender identity.
Local Training Providers
Local training providers offer alternative options for 16+ learning, including community-based programmes, engagement, and specialist support
Money, budgeting and finances
Everyone needs to learn how to manage their money effectively
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
Oxfordshire Children and Young People’s Plan
A child first county: improving positive life experiences for Oxfordshire’s children and young people
Oxfordshire County Council Consultations
Oxfordshire County Council consults with people who live in the county
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
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.
Smoking and Vaping
Smoking, vaping and where to access support with quitting if you need it
The Justice System
Why do children and young people commit crimes? And what happens if you do?