Education and Training
Young People need to stay in education or training at least until the end of the school year in which they turn 18.
This doesn't mean young people will all have to stay in school. There are options to choose from such as:
- Full time education in a School, College or Alternative Provision
- Work based learning, such as an apprenticeship or training
- Part time Training, as well as working or volunteering for more than 20 hours per week
Choosing the right education or work based route is important to every young person. When a young person has a special educational need and/or disability (SEND) the choice is just as important. This is why, what you will do after you are 14, 15 or 16 must be an essential part of reviewing your Education Health and Care Plan in Year 9 and every year after.
You can get help with making choices about your education and training from:
- Staff at School Your teachers should talk with you about your aspirations and goals, especially when you are thinking about what to do after leaving school. What would you like to do at college? Which college or other courses will help you achieve your goals?
- Guidance, support and advocacy services, help support people who might otherwise be unable to speak out, know their rights and have control over their life decisions. Find out more information about Advocacy services.
- WIASS (Wandsworth Information Advice and Support Service). Confidential, impartial, free advice for young people up to 25.
- This website, where we have gathered together lots of options for you to consider - Employment
Contacct Preparing for Adulthood Post 16 Participation team: 07811782859
Information leaflets for next steps after GCSE/ A-Levels for those who have an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP)
