Careers Education Information and Guidance (CEIAG) and Work-Related Learning (WRL) Opportunities

Dear Parents/Carers,

I hope this email finds you well. As part of our commitment to supporting students through their post-16 transition, we have begun a series of Careers, Information, Advice, and Education Guidance (CIAEG) workshops aimed at helping Year 11 students make informed decisions about their future pathways. 

Session One: Overview 

The first workshop took place on 9th October and included presentations from myself and some external providers. During the session, we discussed key topics such as Sixth Form, College, Apprenticeships, T-Levels, and Provider Access Legislation (PAL). Students were reminded about:

   •      The Gatsby Benchmarks – A framework for good career guidance, helping students understand the steps schools take to support their career development.

   •      Post-16 Pathways – A review of the various options available after Year 11, including Sixth Form, College, Apprenticeships, T-Levels, and Higher Technical Qualifications.

   •      Provider Access Legislation (PAL) – PAL ensures that students have access to a range of education and training providers to learn about approved technical education qualifications and apprenticeships.

Students were also reminded about the resources available to help them explore these pathways further. 

Resources for Parents and Students

Students were reminded about the following resources, which are also available for you to explore:

   •      Greig City Academy website – Information on our Sixth Form and local institutions.

   •      START Profile – A platform to research careers and education options. START website

   •      Success at Schools – Detailed guides on pathways, apprenticeships, and career planning. Success at Schools 

We encourage you to explore these resources with your child to support their learning and help them navigate their options as they progress through the post-16 transition process. 

Upcoming Sessions

In future workshops, students will continue to explore:

   •      How to research local post-16 institutions and courses

   •      Post-16 qualification levels and their requirements

   •      Career pathways and options for progression after post-16 education

   •      Career development skills, and guidance on applications and interview preparation 

Half-Term Activity

As we approach the half-term break, we kindly ask for your support in encouraging your child to continue working on their post-16 research and planning during this time. This will help them stay on track with their decisions and be well-prepared for the next stage of the workshops.

Next Steps 

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further information. We will also keep you updated on key dates, such as open days and application deadlines, to ensure your child is well-prepared for the next stage of their education.

Thank you for your continued support in helping our students make informed choices for their future. 

Best regards,

Maureen Arhagba

Careers Leader & Head of Faculty, Work Related Learning

Greig City Academy

(marhagba@greigcityacademy.co.uk)

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Students and parents/carers,

A list of opportunities will be posted here throughout the year.

Students - if you are interested and have any questions, do come to speak to me.

Parents/carers - you are welcome to get in touch via email:

marhagba@greigcityacademy.co.uk

Mrs M. Arhagba, Careers Leader