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Educating For Work

Antrim Grammar School provides a comprehensive and high quality programme of Careers Education, Information and Guidance for all pupils from Years 8 – 14. Careers Education is not limited to specific Careers and Employability lessons. Links to the world of work are actively identified by Subject Teachers and Class Tutors. Explaining to pupils how the skills and knowledge they develop at school will help them in their future careers is an important element in motivating them to achieve their full potential. Key Stage 3 The focus of Careers Education at Key Stage 3 is to equip our pupils with the skills and knowledge to self-evaluate, formulate realistic action plans and develop an awareness of careers within our local environment and further afield. In Year 10, pupils will have an interview with a member of the Careers team to enable them to make informed choices about their prospective GCSE subjects based on their progress, aptitude and career plans. Key Stage 4 At Key Stage 4, pupils are engaged in making plans post-GCSE focusing on courses in Sixth Form and Colleges of Further Education. During their Careers classes pupils are given opportunities to learn about the world of work. They also learn how to prepare C.V.s, complete application forms and present themselves effectively at interviews. The school also actively seeks to build relationships with local businesses and promote an ‘Enterprise Culture’. Key Stage 5 In Sixth Form, the focus is on making an informed and appropriate choice regarding post-18 career pathways. Our Work Experience Programme for Year 13 is an important dimension of Careers Education as it teaches our pupils employability skills whilst helping them to make informed education and training choices. Year 14 pupils attend Open Days, participate in interview skills training and receive guidance in making applications to universities, particularly via the UCAS and CAO systems. A dedicated and experienced team of professionals within the Careers Department work with outside agencies to provide the best possible preparation for our pupils for life beyond school.

Educating for Life

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