How to support during apprenticeship applications - Tuesday 11 November 5:30-6:15pm
Find out what's involved in written applications, assessment centres, and interviews. Gain tips to guide and encourage your child every step of the way, and feel more confident in helping them navigate this important stage in their career journey.
You can book your place here.
Higher Education Information Event - Tuesday 18 November 6-7:20pm
This event will provide parents and carers with information on the benefits of a university education, the application process, financial support options, and student support services. There will also be a live Q&A panel with education professionals.
You can book your place here.
Post-16 options and how to help your child make the right choice - Wednesday 3 December 5:30-6:15pm
Whether your child is choosing their GCSEs or post-16 options, your support in the decision-making process can make all the difference. Join this webinar to find out more about what you can do to support your child, information about the post-16 options, and things to consider when choosing what to do next.
You can book your place here.
Understanding apprenticeships - Monday 9 February 6:30-7:30pm
This session is designed to help parents and carers feel confident supporting the young people in their lives as they explore these options.
You can book your place here.
Understanding apprenticeships - Thursday 26 February 3:30-4pm
This session is designed to help parents and carers feel confident supporting the young people in your lives as they explore these options.
You can book your place here.
Funding and finance talk - Thursday 5 March 5:30-6:30pm
Join the University of Brighton for this talk to find out more about all aspects of UK student funding and finance. This will include how student loans and repayments work, interest rates and other costs to consider.
You can book your place here.
Getting ready for University talk - Thursday 14 May 6-7pm
Join this session where they'll discuss the UCAS timeline, receiving and responding to offers, and sorting out accommodation and student finance. You'll also learn about UCAS Extra and Clearing, and how they might benefit your young person. This session aims to answer your questions and help you feel more prepared to support your young person through this exciting transition.
You can book your place here.
Clearing talk and Q&A - Tuesday 11 August 6-7pm
University Clearing is part of the UCAS application process. Whether your young person has changed their mind about what or where they want to study, didn't get the grades they hoped to get, do not have any offers, or haven't applied yet, they can secure a university place through Clearing. Have your questions answered at this live talk and Q&A on Clearing at the University of Brighton.
You can book your place here.
Talking Futures can help parents/carers to learn more about the education options available today so you can have better conversations with your young person about their education and career options. Throughout the website you'll find information, advice and resources to help you and your young person discuss their next steps.
The Parent Perspective is a podcast series for parents and carers, helping them to support their children with careers information and advice. Series 3 is hosted by Rachel Burden from BBC Radio Five Live.
Listen to the latest and previous podcasts here.
This guide helps parents learn more about apprenticeships and why they might be a first-rate career pathway for your young person.
The Parents Guide to Green Careers give parents an insight into the careers that specifically protect the environment.
This guide outlines vocational options after GCSEs and Sixth Form. It gives parents a chance to learn more about different career paths.
This guide covers the UCAS application process, what to do on results day, what to look for when considering different universities and more.
The Parents' Guide to University has been produced to help parents, to support their young person with their higher education decisions.
Choices Magazine is a monthly magazine for apprenticeships and technical education. It includes tips for supporting your child, information on T Levels, apprenticeships and much more.