To support Y11 students in their Post-16 Choices, we have the following in place across this academic year.
All students will have a 1:1 appointment for post-16 support, between now and Easter.
If you have a question or want further specific help for your son/daughter, please contact Miss Mullins rmullins@wickersley.net.
Let’s make a Start on your future!
Wickersley School has recently partnered with U-explore to be able to offer all our students their own access to the Start platform.
Start is an online careers platform designed to connect 11-18 year olds with their future career potential. It combines comprehensive information with a personalised experience and career planning tools, helping our students to make more informed decisions about their future study and career options as well as developing their employability.
Start includes:
Year 7 students have been exploring their futures on Start from home in the last few weeks – well done to them!
Anyone can use Start but if you want to use it as a Wickersley student and are not yet registered then please email careers@wickersley.net for further information.
Sixth Form students actively looking to progress to University are advised to speak to their form tutor or mentor.
Alternatively, you can speak to the following Sixth Form staff:
If you need advice on alternative career paths please visit the careers team.
Students from Year 9 and Year 10 took part in the recent SHE Can project running across Sheffield and Rotherham schools. They have been on an inspiring journey working alongside a team of professionals to develop their confidence and articulacy skills.
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