Year 12 Post-18 Preparation

On Monday 30th June, 2025, our Year 12 students all took part in a day off-timetable to prepare them for making applications to university, by writing their UCAS personal statements. Students had the opportunity to spend time with a member of the Sixth Form Team, who supported them as they wrote their first drafts. The personal statements can be a daunting challenge, but the Year 12s all used the day to show off their wealth of knowledge - amassed through their collection of post-18 evidence throughout the academic year - and their passion for the subjects they hope to pursue at university.

This was followed up the next day, with a trip to Oxford Brookes University on Tuesday 1st July, 2025. The aim of the trip was to broaden students' understanding of university life; expose them to a range of academic courses; and support them in making well-informed decisions about their future educational and career pathways. During the visit, students toured the campus and gained insights into both the academic and social aspects of university life, helping them to better envision their potential future in higher education.

Kyran, Year 12, said: ‘Going to Oxford Brookes taught me that choosing a University is not just about rankings or courses - it is about the environment, the people, and where you can truly see yourself growing.’

Emily B, Year 12, said: 'The trip gave a very useful insight into what a campus university may be like and they also helped us by giving tips on how to write personal statements, student finance, accommodation and many more. These allowed me to get a better understanding of what university life might be like.'

Thank you to the Sixth Form team for organising and leading these very important events for our Year 12 students.