Our early applicants follow a proven successful programme, to prepare them for making an early application. We draw on experts from OA schools, alumni and subject leaders to ensure they have all the information required and are adequately prepared. Should students get to the interview stage of the process, they are all matched with successful alumni and undertake robust mock interviews with subject specialists in school. This year, in addition to the above we will be running critical thinking sessions to aid interview preparation. We are very proud of our success with early applications and encourage any students interested to attend the launch in February.
'Students in the Sixth Form benefit from extensive careers advice and guidance, including independent advice and information on apprenticeships'
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Ofsted 2022
This year we launched our Mentor Programme for Medicine/Vet Med and Dentistry applicants. Every applicant is matched with a member of our JFS Medical alumni, many of whom are Oxbridge medicine alumni. Students meet with them to discuss UCAT, personal statements, work experience and interviews. Additionally, alumni often come in to school to present to students and assist with their applications. With nine successful applicants this year, we hope to continue improving on these impressive numbers.
In addition, a growing number of students go on to higher level apprenticeships or degree apprenticeships, with top companies such as TFL, PWC, Sky, British Airways, Airbus and more! Students can speak to our external Careers Adviser, Disha Dansingani or Mrs Sara Levick, our Post-16 Manager, about apprenticeships throughout their time in the Sixth Form. Activities for students considering apprenticeships include:
• Talks from alumni undertaking apprenticeships
• Meeting apprenticeship providers at the Further Educationand Apprenticeship Fairs
• Mock Assessment Centre (tests, video interview, case study)
• Webinars (Young Professionals UK).This year we are excited to announce our AlumniApprenticeship Mentoring Programme as well as our firstApprenticeship Parent Information evening, dedicated to allthing’s apprenticeship!