Post-16 Options

There are lots of options available to you once you leave Year 11. It’s a good idea to consider all of your options before making a decision. You can speak to your family and your current school for help if you are not sure. We can also discuss your options with you


Sixth Forms

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Mainstream Colleges

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Specialist Colleges


Independent colleges

Freeman college is an independent specialist college.


Other options

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Supported Internships

Young people with EHC plans have the option to do a supported internship. They are a great way to prepare you for a job or an apprenticeship. They are designed to help you gain the skills you need to get a paid job.

You will complete a study programme alongside on-the-job training at an employer. You will have the chance to study relevant qualifications alongside English and Maths.

You can find out more about supported internships here


Apprenticeships

An apprenticeship is a paid job with training involved. It allows you to “earn while you learn”, earning a salary while learning the skills you need.

You will need to have achieved GCSE grades 9-4 (or A-C) in order to do an appreticeship

Local colleges, universities and private companies offer apprenticeships

For more information, head to the links below

Apprenticeships | Sheffield (sheffielddirectory.org.uk)

Find an apprenticeship - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)


Traineeships

Traineeships include a work placement and other opportunities to develop skills and experience

Usually, you will spend time at a college learning some skills before starting work experience with an employer

You can find out more information here


16-19 Bursary Fund

You may be able to get help with education-related costs if you are aged 16-19.

A bursary is money that you can use to pay for things relating to your education, such as clothing, books, equipment, transport and food on your study or training days

Find out more here