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Progression Routes for Young People

Over the last few years, the numbers of young people progressing to learning (school or further education) after the age of 16 has continued to increase.

Over 125 courses are offered at KS4 across the schools including BTEC Certificates, Diplomas, Vocational GCSEs and GCSEs with some students being able to enter GCE AS Levels pre 16.

Over 150 courses are offered at KS5 across the schools including AS and A2 Levels, Applied AS and A2 Levels, BTEC National Awards, Certificates and Diplomas, Key Skills, and NVQs.

Connexions

The Connexions Service provides universal access to good quality Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance for young people aged 13-19.

Key documents

14-19 diploma information booklet (535.2kb, pdf) uniquely combines essential skills and knowledge, hands-on experience and employer based learning, to prepare a young person for work or further study
Enterprise and Learning Strategy
14 - 19 Strategy
Connexions
Employer Engagement Strategy

Related information:

Routes 14 - 19 (external link)
14 - 19 Partnership
Education Business Partnership (external link)
Connexions (external link)
Newcastle College (external link)
Family Learning (external link)