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Labour Market Information for March 2025
Please find below the update Labour Market Information from the Office for National Statistics for March 2025. Labour Market Information (or LMI) is a useful tool to help parents/guardians/carers and young people research future jobs in your local area, or nationally, understand the skills needed for certain roles and also the demand for future employment. This type of information can help our families and young people explore future employment options that can lead to exciting potential careers.
Choices Magazine – Parent & Carers Guide, April Edition
Choices Magazine is the ultimate parent and carer guide to apprenticeships and technical education. The April edition of Choices delivers tips for young people eager to pursue the apprenticeship route including exploring the process of becoming an apprentice from the parent’s perspective, learning about the benefits of Higher Technical Qualifications, following an apprentice’s journey to becoming his own boss, and getting inspired by apprenticeships in Project Management.
Click HERE for the Choices Magazine – April Edition
Enfield Borough Football Academy April 2025 Trials
Enfield Borough Football Academy is excited to invite students to their upcoming football trials, offering both boys and girls the opportunity to showcase their talent and develop their skills in a professional environment.
Trial Details:
📅 Dates: Wednesday, 9th & 16th April 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Enfield Borough Football Academy, 73 Hertford Road, Enfield, EN3 5HA
These trials are ideal for students who are passionate about football and looking to take their game to the next level while continuing their education. Our academy provides a structured pathway for young athletes to receive high-quality coaching, develop key skills, and explore opportunities in football.
It’s National Careers Week!
National Careers Week is a celebration of careers guidance in education – careers guidance in education aims to help and support young people develop awareness and excitement about their future pathways.
To support you in exploring the various career pathways available – National Careers Week has worked with their employer partners to present their “Virtual Careers Fair”. Use the link below to explore the range of employers supporting National Careers Week and learn about the varied career pathways that are available to our young people in the future.
Click HERE for more information about the Virtual Careers Fair
Our parents/carers and students are always welcome to contact the Central Futures (Careers) Team with any questions regarding future pathways and how best we can support our young people to secure the pathway of their choice. Our contact details can be found on the “Careers” page of our website: HERE
Explore the World of Work with Springpod
Springpod are an online career and university exploration platform. They connect students to world-leading employers and universities through online programme for students in KS4 and KS5, and for students in KS3 they provide a virtual learning hub where students can explore different career sectors related to their interests. Through Springpod’s free virtual experiences, young people can gain the experience, knowledge, and skills they need to take their next steps.
To get started, students will need to create a free account here: https://www.springpod.com/
Getting into the NHS: Apprenticeships Special
A series of virtual sessions to inspire you to have a career in the NHS!
Apprenticeship Special | Wednesday 19 February 2025, 11am-1pm
UCLH are continuing their series of inspiration sessions aimed at 16-25-year-olds that explore the many paid jobs available within the NHS, and the different opportunities at UCLH.
Each session will focus on different areas of the NHS, with an opportunity to hear from real-life clinicians and staff about their job.
How did they get there, and what do they enjoy? Come along and ask them questions to find out more!
Click HERE for the flyer for more information on Online Events
Click HERE to Sign up for the NHS Apprenticeship Session!
Skanska Apprenticeships Careers Insights
Online Webinar | Thursday 20th February 2025 | 10am-2pm
Dive deep into the world of Skanska and discover the incredible careers including apprenticeships on offer. This is your chance to hear first hand from our dynamic current apprentices across various roles such as:
- 🏗️ Civil Engineering
- 📐 Quantity Surveying
- 🌍 Environmental Sustainability
- ➕ And so much more!
Join them on Microsoft Teams for this interactive session. Make sure you have access to Teams ahead of time. Planned breaks and ample opportunities for you to ask all your burning questions.
- Meeting ID: 364 655 984 584
- Passcode: YH34ug7U
Festival of the Future
The Festival of the Future invites young people to explore, create, and imagine your future in the built environment. Bringing together 20+ partners over two days to inspire the next generation of city makers through a creative and practical programme for those from all backgrounds.
Children, young people, and adults can pick from workshops on AI in architecture, talks on preparing for post study and industry debates on Friday, to carpentry workshops, group design tasks, and family storytelling on Saturday.
Careers, funding, and work experience support providers will also host events to help you explore different routes to becoming an architect, whether choosing your GCSE’s, preparing for university with A-levels or BTECs, or getting ready to graduate.
Plus, there are events for those interested in how to engage with future generations wanting to work in the built environment.
Eventbrite links
- Click HERE for the Eventbrite link to 14th March event
- Click HERE for the Eventbrite link to 15th March event
National Apprenticeship Week 2025
It’s National Apprenticeship Week! There are a wide range of incredible opportunities for students who are eager to gain real-world work experience while also starting their career in a structured and educational environment. This week celebrates all of the employers who offer these fantastic opportunities, and aims to highlight these routes for students. When young people are making decisions about their future, it is vital they explore all of the options available to them, and the Central Futures Team are committed to ensuring students have access to this information.
If you would like to learn more about apprenticeship pathways and how students can access these, please feel free to reach out to the Central Futures Team via the contact details on our Careers Page. We also encourage our student and parent/carer community to engage with the wonderful resources available, including a live webinar series hosted by a wide range of employers taking place across this week.
- Use this link to register for the live webinars: https://nationalapprenticeshipweek.co.uk/events/
- More information for students: https://www.amazingapprenticeships.com/zones/student/
- More information for parent/carers: https://www.amazingapprenticeships.com/zones/parent/
Royal Veterinary College’s (RVC) Discovery Series
The Royal Veterinary College’s (RVC) Discovery Series offers students of all ages the opportunity to learn more about Biological Science, Veterinary Medicine or Veterinary Nursing through a live webinar series hosted by current students, academics, support stand and/or alumni. The webinars focus on a diverse range of university topics, encompassing all RVC pathways, student life and the all-important application process.
Discover Your Future with Three
Want to learn what it’s like to work at a big tech company like Three? Join us for a FREE fun, hands-on session this half-term.
Islington Council is offering Islington school students, aged 13-16, the opportunity to learn more about the technology and digital sector from Three, one of the UK’s top mobile networks.
This session will give you tips and ideas for the future, helping you explore what it’s like to work at a company like Three and how to prepare for job opportunities.
If you have any questions, email: worldofwork@islington.gov.uk
Spaces are limited, so click HERE to sign up now!
TfL Apprenticeship Fair 2025
Tuesday 11 February (AM&PM slots available) | Kensington Town Hall
Click HERE for the TfL Apprenticeship Fair 2025 Flyer
Looking to launch your career in transportation, engineering, or construction?
Join the 2025 TfL Apprenticeship Fair, where 20+ employers and partners will showcase apprenticeships, entry-level roles, and pre-employment training opportunities.This fair presents a fantastic opportunity to discover the breadth of exciting careers within the transportation, engineering, and construction sector.
Apprenticeships offer a rewarding path to higher qualifications, degrees, and professional memberships. Don’t miss this chance to meet the teams shaping the future of these industries.
This is an in-person event with a morning and afternoon slot. You can select your time slot during registration.
Please register by Monday 10 February! Click HERE to find out more and register.
If you have any questions, contact the team at ApprenticeshipFair@tfl.gov.uk
NHS Health and Social Care Careers Fair
Thursday 6th March 2025 | 4.30pm-7.00pm | Middlesex University, Hendon
Aimed at Year 10 and above, this fair is a fantastic opportunity for students to learn more about the 350+ careers available within the NHS. On the day, your students will be able to:
- Chat with healthcare professionals and receive personalised advice.
- Learn about the NHS and social care in live talks and career panels.
- Ask questions about the routes into the sector during talks with healthcare workers.
Exhibitors include representatives from a number of professions, including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, opticians, paramedics, dentists, Allied Health Professionals (including Occupational, Speech and Physiotherapists) and social workers as well as colleges and further education institutions offering a variety of health-related courses. Last year’s careers fair had over 100 exhibitors.
👩⚕️Link to a video from last year’s careers fair NCL Careers Fair 2024
If you have any questions ahead of the event, please get in touch with Ama Smith at nclicb.nclth@nhs.net
Step into Apprenticeships Event
Thursday 13 Feb 2025 | 4-6pm | Ages: 16+ | Youth Employment Hub, Islington West Library, Thornhill Square, 107 Bridgeman Rd, London N1 1BD
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, Islington Council is hosting an event for Islington residents aged 16+ to discover how apprenticeships can kick-start your career by offering a pathway to work, learn, and earn.
This in-person event is an opportunity to:
• Meet with local employers and providers
• Get your questions answered
• Gain practical skills & support
Meet apprentices and learn from the experts about the amazing opportunities apprenticeships can provide!
Next Steps in London Live!
Next Steps in London Live is designed to connect young people to voices from all pathway options and give them opportunities to ask meaningful questions to a variety of providers, employers, and partners during our live broadcasts.
Whether they are exploring options after school, considering further or higher education, or looking to enter apprenticeship pathways, our broadcasts will offer valuable insights and practical advice to help them navigate their journey.
Join us as we connect to industry experts, educators and inspiring professional who will share their experiences, highlight pathways, and share tips for success. London works best when London works together !
These broadcasts will support schools and colleges in the drive to ensure students are aware of all pathways as part of the Provider Access Legislation.
Join the LIVE broadcasts on the dates below:
• 🗣️Wednesday 29th January 2025 from 9am – 3pm
• 🗣️Thursday 19th June 2025 from 9am – 3pm
Labour Market Information for December 2024
Please find below the update Labour Market Information from the Office for National Statistics for December 2024. Labour Market Information (or LMI) is a useful tool to help parents/guardians/carers and young people research future jobs in your local area, or nationally, understand the skills needed for certain roles and also the demand for future employment. This type of information can help our families and young people explore future employment options that can lead to exciting potential careers.
INvestIN Free Webinar Series – demystifying salary expectations in top careers
Discussing pay is often taboo, yet with rising living costs and uncertain job markets, understanding compensation and job security has become a top priority for young people. InvestIN are running a series of free webinars to help you understand future job roles and the salaries you can expect if you pursue these pathways.
Student Events
10th-12th February, 6-7pm
- How much could I really earn in: Medicine | Finance | Engineering | Law
- Be Your Own Boss: Everything you need to know about being self-employed
Careers in Technology with Lloyds Banking Group
Join the Early Careers team at Lloyds Banking Group to explore the various career pathways available related to technology. This will be an online session where students can hear from industry experts, learn about the latest trends in tech and labour market information, and also discover the various apprenticeship routes into technology and the sector.
Date: Tuesday 14 January
Time: 17:00 – 18:00 GMT
Location: Online (Zoom)
Labour Market Information for December 2024
Please find below the update Labour Market Information from the Office for National Statistics for December 2024. Labour Market Information (or LMI) is a useful tool to help parents/guardians/carers and young people research future jobs in your local area, or nationally, understand the skills needed for certain roles and also the demand for future employment. This type of information can help our families and young people explore future employment options that can lead to exciting potential careers.
Labour Market Overview UK Report December 2024
Breakdown report of LMI in Islington, and the top recruited jobs and skills in the borough
Labour Market Statistics December 2024
The London Screen Academy – National Saturday Club
LSA is excited to be holding a Saturday Club starting in January! This is a 20 week, free, Saturday Film Club in collaboration with National Saturday Club for 13-16 year olds. Our film club will be covering everything from scriptwriting (great for anyone enjoying English), costume and set design (great for art students) and film making and editing (media students).
CLICK HERE to Read More about the Film & Screen Saturday Club
Academy Breakin’ Convention – Open Day
Academy Breakin’ Convention (ABC) Open Day welcomes students to to find out more about their ground-breaking Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performance and Production Arts and experience Sadler’s Wells East with an exclusive building tour of their brand-new theatre. Join Sadler’s Social with a live DJ plus Digital Stage screenings including East London’s Eastbound.
You will be given the opportunity to ask all your burning questions face to face, get a taste of the action with free taster workshops, and discover how you can become a part of the ABC 2025 cohort.
If you wish to attend the ABC open day, CLICK HERE to register by Sunday 12 January.
Virtual Work Experience with the NHS
NHS virtual work experience opportunities are available for students as part of National Work Experience Week (13th – 17th January 2025).
Career challenges are designed to develop key employability skills such as problem solving, data literacy, storytelling, and presentation. Hosted on Microsoft Teams, these sessions take place outside of school hours, making them easily accessible.
Students will enjoy:
- A 45-minute briefing with the NHS
- The opportunity to complete a career challenge at their own pace
- Certification upon completion
These events provide valuable insights into emerging careers and help students build skills that will enhance their future education and employment choices.
Tuesday 14th January at 4.30pm (virtual session hosted on MS Teams)
Student year groups 7-9 England & Wales, S1-S3 Scotland, 8-10 Northern Ireland
“Quick with the facts, help the NHS be swift to react!”
- A 45-minute briefing with the NHS team
- Complete the career challenge at their own pace
- Certification awarded on completion
Register now! (students)
Wednesday 15th January at 5pm (virtual session hosted on MS Teams)
Student year groups 10-13 England & Wales, S4-S6 Scotland, 11-14 Northern Ireland
After a sudden bump and fall, should they visit A&E or is first aid enough for all?
- A 45-minute briefing with the NHS team
- Complete the career challenge at their own pace
- Certification awarded on completion
- Register now! (students)
More virtual events coming up in February for National Apprenticeship Week!
Next Steps in London Guide
The “Next Steps in London” is a comprehensive guide, brought to you by the four London Careers Hubs, and designed to help young people and parents navigate future career pathways. Please click HERE for the Next Steps in London Guide.
Packed with valuable insights and real-life experiences from young professionals in London, this guide is a student go-to resource for making informed decisions about your next steps.
If you want to explore next steps further don’t forget we have two more broadcasts of ‘Next Steps in London Live!’ this academic year that are open for registration.
- 📆 Wednesday 29th January, 9am-3pm
- 📅 Thursday 19th June, 9am-3pmIf you’re a student or parent then don’t miss out on these upcoming sessions—there’s so much more to explore!
Register now: Next Steps in London Live! – Careers Live
Ada’s Sixth Form Open Evening – Wednesday, November 20th
Ada welcomes both students and parents for those who may be interested in exploring their specialised Sixth Form. They will be showcasing the curriculum pathways they offer to support young people into tech careers. Register by using this link: HERE.
Details:
Location: 1 Sutherland street, SW1V 4LD, London
Time: Doors open at 4.30pm, and the event will run until 7.30pm (last entries at 7pm)
Travelling by public transport: London Victoria (train, underground) and Pimlico station (underground) are a 10 minutes walk away.
Driving? There is a paying car park nearby on Cumberland street.
Labour Market Information for September and October 2024
Please find below the update Labour Market Information from the Office for National Statistics for September and October 2024. Labour Market Information (or LMI) is a useful tool to help parents/guardians/carers and young people research future jobs in your local area, or nationally, understand the skills needed for certain roles and also the demand for future employment. This type of information can help our families and young people explore future employment options that can lead to exciting potential careers.
- Labour Market Overview, UK: September 2024
- IES Labour Market Statistics, September 2024
- Labour Market Overview, UK: October 2024
- IES Labour Market Statistics, October 2024
Labour Market Information for May & June 2024
Please find below the update Labour Market Information from the Office for National Statistics for May and June 2024. Labour Market Information (or LMI) is a useful tool to help parents/guardians/carers and young people research future jobs in your local area, or nationally, understand the skills needed for certain roles and also the demand for future employment. This type of information can help our families and young people explore future employment options that can lead to exciting potential careers.
Labour Market Islington Report June 2024
Breakdown report of LMI in Islington, and the top recruited jobs and skills in the borough
Labour Market Islington Report May 2024
Islington Top Jobs and Skills Demand May 2024
Labour Market Information for April & May 2024
Please find below the update Labour Market Information from the Office for National Statistics for April and May 2024. Labour Market Information (or LMI) is a useful tool to help parents/guardians/carers and young people research future jobs in your local area, or nationally, understand the skills needed for certain roles and also the demand for future employment. This type of information can help our families and young people explore future employment options that can lead to exciting potential careers.
Labour Market Islington Report May 2024
Breakdown report of LMI in Islington, and the top recruited jobs and skills in the borough
Labour Market Islington Report April 2024
Islington Top Jobs and Skills Demand April 2024
Labour Market Information for March 2024
Please find below the update Labour Market Information from the Office for National Statistics for March 2024. Labour Market Information (or LMI) is a useful tool to help parents/guardians/carers and young people research future jobs in your local area, or nationally, understand the skills needed for certain roles and also the demand for future employment. This type of information can help our families and young people explore future employment options that can lead to exciting potential careers.
Labour Market Islington Report March 2024
Breakdown report of LMI in Islington, and the top recruited jobs and skills in the borough
Labour Market Islington Report March 2024
Islington Top Jobs and Skills Demand March 2024
National Careers Week 2024
This week is National Careers Week, which is a one-week celebration of careers guidance and careers education across the UK. Thinking about the future can be exciting when we focus on exploring the wealth of opportunities that are available to our young people – the world of work is vast and diverse, and it is important to highlight these pathways and encourage our young people to open up to every possibility.
The Virtual Careers Fair is a great place to start and we would encourage our families to take time this week to explore with their young person and talk about their interests and passions for the future.
You can visit the Virtual Careers Fair: HERE
Sustainable Futures Showcase with WWF
Join WWF across National Careers Week to explore how sustainability is now linked with a wide range of professional sectors, and how every job can help towards ensuring a greener future.
Join their events: HERE
March After School Clubs: Augmented Reality and Engineering
STORE STORE have two exciting After School Clubs that are coming up in March. This month, they are going to open these opportunities up to students aged 14-18: Augmented Reality Digital Future Superpower run by Lucy Hardcastle and the engineering Curating Water run by Manja van de Worp (YIP engineering)
Big Creative Education’s Open Interview Evening
Students are invited to BCE’s Open Interview Evening on Wednesday 13th March! Join BCE for a captivating experience and the opportunity to tour their state-of-the-art facilities, witness exciting student performances, and admire their outstanding work. Students will have the opportunity to meet with industry professional tutors as well as have an informal interview to secure their place for September 2024.
London Met National Saturday Club
Young people across the country are spending Saturday mornings at their local university, college or museum discovering subjects they love. London Met is delighted to host two Saturday Clubs which are open to 13–16-year-olds of all abilities and are FREE to attend.
The two programmes running this year are:
- Art & Design Saturday Club
- National Writing and Talking Saturday Club
For further details, click HERE to visit the London Met Saturday Club website
NHS Careers Untapped webinar 5 March: Mental Health Careers
NHS Careers Untapped, developed by 10 London trusts working in partnership and supported by the Talent for Care and Widening Participation programme in the London region, showcases clinical and non-clinical careers on lesser known roles, that students may not have heard of in the NHS using videos, podcasts and webinars.
The next session is being held on Tuesday 5 March from 4.30 – 6pm on Mental Health Careers.
Click HERE to sign up for the NHS Careers webinar
NHS Health and Social Care Careers Fair for Y10 & above – 7 March
The Islington GP federation would like to invite your students to their upcoming event NHS Health and Social Care Careers Fair at Middlesex University Campus in Hendon.
- When: Thursday 7 March 2024, 4.30pm-7.00pm
- Where: Middlesex University, Hendon
Aimed at Year 10 and above, this fair is a fantastic opportunity for students to learn more about the 350+ careers available within the NHS. On the day, your students will be able to:
- chat with healthcare professionals and receive personalised advice
- learn about the NHS and social care in live talks and career panels
- ask questions about the routes into the sector during talks with healthcare workers
Exhibitors include representatives from a number of professions, including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, opticians, paramedics, dentists, Allied Health Professionals (including Occupational, Speech and Physiotherapists) and social workers as well as colleges and further education institutions offering a variety of health-related courses. Last year’s careers fair had over 100 exhibitors.
Click HERE to Book NHS Careers Fair
Labour Market Information
New LMI figures are now available from the Office for National Statistics for January 2024:
Breakdown report of LMI in Islington, and the top recruited jobs and skills in the borough:
Degree Apprenticeship Spotlight with Queen Mary, University of London
This week was National Apprenticeship Week, and to celebrate Queen Mary delivered some fantastic sessions all focused on understanding the degree apprenticeship pathway and how to apply. If you’d like to learn more about degree apprenticeships and what they have to offer, please follow the below links to view the recorded sessions:
How to Apply: Degree Apprenticeship Spotlight: Watch it HERE
Degree Apprenticeship Q&A Panel: Watch it HERE
Mythbusting Apprenticeships – for all parents/carers who would like to understand apprenticeship opportunities for young people
When: Tuesday 6 Feb, 6pm – 7pm
Where: Islington West Library Youth Employment Hub
For: Parents/Carers and young people who would like to hear honest and open feedback about apprenticeships and have their questions answered.
What: Hear from apprentices, a parent of an apprentice and experts from Islington Council who will answer your questions about the benefits of an apprenticeship and how it can kick-start you or your child’s career.
Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/myth-busting-apprenticeships-2024-tickets-790209226067
NHS Health and Social Care Careers Fair at Middlesex University Campus in Hendon
Thursday 7 March 2024, 4.30pm-7.00pm, at Middlesex University, Hendon.
Aimed at Year 10 and above, this fair is a fantastic opportunity for students to learn more about the 350+ careers available within the NHS. On the day, students will be able to:
- chat with healthcare professionals and receive personalised advice
- learn about the NHS and social care in live talks and career panels
- ask questions about the routes into the sector during talks with healthcare workers
Exhibitors include representatives from a number of professions, including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, opticians, paramedics, dentists, Allied Health Professionals (including Occupational, Speech and Physiotherapists) and social workers as well as colleges and further education institutions offering a variety of health-related courses. Last year’s careers fair had over 100 exhibitors.
Year 9 & 10 Taster Weeks at City, University of London
Over the course of a week, students will be able to experience university life through lectures, workshops, social activities on campus and by working with our current university students. Students will obtain a holistic understanding of the subject areas, providing them an opportunity to meet academics, students, and professionals in the field.
Please Click HERE to see the Flyer for more information
Capital City College Group’s Schedule of Open Evenings
Capital City College Group have updated their schedule of Open Evenings into the New Year. Please see below the schedule for City and Islington College, Westminster Kingsway College and College of Haringey, Enfield and Northeast London (CONEL). We encourage all of our young people exploring their post-16 options to attend Open Evenings as they will support families on deciding the next step for their Year 11 pupil.
City and Islington College
Tuesday 5th December – 4-6pm
- Centre for Lifelong Learning, Finsbury Park: Book Here
Wednesday 6th December – 4.30-7pm
- Centre for Business Arts and Technology, Camden Road: Book Here
Wednesday 17th January – 4.30-7pm
- Centre for Business Arts and Technology, Camden Road: Book Here
Wednesday 21st February – 4.30-7pm
- Sixth Form College, Angel
- Centre for Applied Sciences, Angel
- Book Here
Westminster Kingsway College
Monday 5th February – 4,30-7pm
- Victoria Centre: Book Here
Wednesday 7th February – 4.30-7pm
- Kings Cross Centre: Book Here
College of Haringey, Enfield and Northeast London (CONEL)
Drop-In sessions – Every Monday – 4-6pm
- Tottenham Centre
- Enfield Centre
- More Information here
City of London Academy Islington Sixth Form Taster Day
COLAI will be hosting their Sixth Form Taster Day on Saturday 2nd December. At this event, there will be the opportunity to experience life as a COLAI Sixth Form student and attend lessons of courses that are of interest to find out more about these qualifications. This will also be an opportunity to speak to current sixth form students to find out more about our Key Stage 5 courses and the enrichment opportunities on offer.
If you would like to attend this event, please use the link to sign up here: https://forms.gle/n6fg6LqAJTbk9GQy5”
Big Creative Education’s Open Evening
Wednesday 15th November – 4.30pm – 6.30pm
Big Creative Academy, Clifton Avenue E17 6HL
City of London Academy Islington’s Sixth Form Open Evening
Thursday 2nd November – 4.30pm – 7.00pm
Open Day at Westminster Kingsway College – Kings Cross Centre
Tuesday 21st November – 4.30pm – 7.00pm
Applications for the Social Mobility Foundation’s (SMF) free Aspiring Professionals Programme are now open for 2024!
Aspiring Professionals Programme (APP)
The APP supports high achieving Year 12 or S5 students from low income backgrounds across the UK to access top universities and careers. Support is offered through SMF’s four pillars:
- Mentoring by a professional
- Tailored skills sessions and career workshops
- University application support and guidance
- Internships with top employers
How students receive SMF’s four pillars of support is dependent on where they live. Please see below for further details of the programmes offered.
Students must apply by 12 noon, Friday 15th December 2023 by completing our application form HERE.
Subject Specific Taster Weeks for Years 9 and 10 at City, University of London
The Taster Weeks aim to give an insight on what it is like at university over the course of a week spent at City. Students will be able to experience university life through lectures, workshops, social activities and by working with our current university students. Students will obtain a holistic understanding of the subjects given, providing them an opportunity to meet academics, students, and professions in the field.
Applications can be made: HERE
(Application deadlines for Year 9 and Year 10 Taster Weeks is the 19th of January 2024)
The London School of Architecture Courses for 13-16 year olds
The London School of Architecture (LSA) is running an up-coming course for 13-16 year olds, (Un)Building, from Saturday 4th November until Saturday 11th May. The deadline for applications is Friday 20th October.
(Un)Building is a free 20-workshop that introduces students to core skills and knowledge required for professions in the built environment sector, such as architecture, structural engineering, quantity surveying, project management and many more.
Throughout the course students will work with a range of professionals from the built environment sector, gaining an insight into potential future careers. These professionals will also present their education pathways and experience of working in their industry, helping inform students of how they could pursue their interests.
This year’s (Un)Building curriculum centres on collaboration and project-oriented learning, with a focus on ecology and site-specific design. Working in groups, students are challenged to design and improve the existing ‘Cumberland Square Garden’, adjacent to the LSA’s new home in Dalston. Students are encouraged to find inspiration in the site’s context, their own experiences as well as cultural traditions that have been passed down through generations.
Coming away from this course, students will have a well-rounded overview of the built environment sector, key skills and knowledge required to work in the sector, as well as a portfolio of work that will be incredibly beneficial as they apply for education or career opportunities in the future.
Y11 (or equivalent) BME Taster Programme – deadline 31 October
Fitzwilliam College’s annual BME online taster programme for BME students with a follow up in-person visit in July. Admissions talks, careers information, study skills advice, plus taster sessions across a whole range of subjects. https://www.fitz.cam.ac.uk/admissions/undergraduate-admissions/opportunities-prospective-applicants/year-11-bme-taster
STEM SMART 2024 – Registration deadline 31 October
This is an advance note to flag that the deadline for students to apply for STEM SMART (Cambridge’s flagship sustained support programme for students interested in a STEM degree) will be 31 October. STEM SMART is not just for students thinking of Oxbridge, but is for any student thinking of applying to any competitive university (Queen’s, King’s, Imperial, Bath, Edinburgh, Warwick etc).
The 17 month long programme provides problem solving support from January 2024 through to the A-level exams the following year, and those students who fully engage with the programme have on average seen an improvement of a whole grade in their chosen STEM Subject. Whilst there are eligibility criteria, students are encouraged to apply even if they are not sure if whether they meet them or not.
Sign-up form for STEM SMART 2024 is now open: Click Here to Sign Up
This is the flagship University of Cambridge access programme for students thinking of applying for a STEM degree, and provides 17 months of free problem solving supervisions plus a residential in Cambridge for those who have been the most engaged with the programme. This is also not solely aimed at students thinking of Oxbridge, but is for any student thinking of applying to a competitive university (Queens’, Edinburgh, Imperial, Warwick, Bath etc) for a STEM degree.
Please note that this year the programme has been expanded and it now covers the following A-level subjects:
- Maths
- Further Maths
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Computer Science (new this year)
To be eligible, Year 12 students must be taking at least maths + one of the other listed subjects above. Click Here for more info on Eligibility Criteria.
STORE STORE has three exciting courses coming up:
- Bottle Bags run by Jaimus Tailor from Greater Goods
- Designing with Found Materials run by Material Cultures
- Design and Reconstruction Saturday workshop run by Flimsy Studio
These after school clubs are for state school students aged 14-18. Students can sign up by emailing school@storeprojects.org with their name, school, age and which course they would like to sign up to.
Finally, we are going to be hosting an exhibition showcasing some of the student work from last years After School Clubs this Sunday 17th September 4-7pm in STORE STORE Hackney.
For more information, please view the posters below:
Start of academic year for Year 12:
- 9AM Leonard Street Entrance on 6th September
Start of academic year for year 13:
- 11AM Leonard Street Entrance on 6th September
Calling all prospective Young Grant Makers!
Recruitment for Islington Giving’s 2023/4 Young Grant Makers’ Programme is now live! The opportunity is open to all 17–24-year-olds who live in Islington, want to gain skills, earn money and make change in the community. This year, the programme is led by two former Young Grant Makers, Izzy and Freya.
Young Grant Makers is a five-month programme that gives young people the power to choose how money is spent on youth projects in Islington. It is a paid, part-time opportunity (2-3 hours per week) and all participants will receive support and training to build new skills and learn about funding services.
No prior experience is necessary, only a desire to get involved. Some of the most common FAQs are answered by Izzy on the Islington Giving website, but please get in touch if you have any questions. The closing date for applications is Friday 15th September, 12pm.
More information and how to apply
Watch Freya’s video about the programme
KickStart –A new, free 12 week employability course with the Good Nugget Academy (GNA)
Helping underrepresented young people aged 18-25 gain industry insights and soft/practical skills needed to progress into entry-level opportunities.
Over the 12 weeks, there will be live workshops, online learning modules, networking opportunities, dedicated mentors and the opportunity to apply for 1 weeks paid work experience with one of GNA’s industry partners!
Please see the info pack and flyer below for more details:
The Maker Challenge
The Maker Challenge is a free design and making programme for 14-18 year olds. Over 13 weeks, you’ll learn 3D printing, laser cutting, electronics, coding, woodworking and business skills. Using advanced equipment and tools, you’ll bring your invention to life and compete to win prizes.
To apply, you must be aged 14-18 and live in London. You don’t need any making experience and it’s completely free. Located in White City.
Get inspired to invent, create and make, and become a young inventor this autumn!
Application deadline: Sunday 10 September 2023
Are you in Year 12 and interested in architecture, design & the environment?
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) in Architecture
The EPQ is delivered by the London School of Architecture (LSA) and accredited by Pearson exam board.
- The EPQ will take place from late September 2023 until July 2024.
- Sessions and workshops will take place on Thursday afternoons from 4pm – 7pm.
- Students will also have the summer holidays to work on their EPQs, with the deadline for submission, September 2024.
Find out more details in the document below and by clicking: HERE.
Your Community, Your Imperial – 5th July 2023, 3.15-7pm
To get all the information on the scholarships and other activities at Imperial College London, students are highly encouraged to sign up on the main campaign site: HERE
If students would like to join the event on 5th July, 3.15 – 7pm, this safeguarding registration must be completed by attendees: HERE (Students are allowed to come on their own, but the registration will cover any safeguarding eventualities).
Please find the Event Programme below for more information:
The Maker Challenge
The Maker Challenge is a free design and making programme for 14-18 year olds. Taking place over 9 days during the summer holidays, you’ll learn 3D printing, laser cutting, electronics, coding, woodworking and business skills. Using advanced equipment and tools, you’ll bring your invention to life and compete to win prizes.
To apply, you must be aged 14-18 and live in London. You don’t need any making experience and it’s completely free.
Get inspired to invent, create and make, and become a young inventor this summer!
Application deadline: Sunday 16 July 2023
Mayamada presents Summer Events
Mayamada is running several events with the aim of challenging negative stereotypes around the word “gamer” as we open up awareness of career paths in the industry to young people, aspiring professionals and family members.
The three events over the summer are as follows:
- Friends & Family Game Design Jam – Saturday 24th June, 1PM to 6PM
- Cupcake & GamePad Social – Saturday 15th July, 1PM to 7PM
- Games Industry Explained – Thursday 10th August, 5.30PM to 7.30PM
July After School Club and Summer School programmes with STORE STORE in collaboration with The Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL
Students can sign up to the After School Club by emailing school@storeprojects.org with their name, school, and age.
Students in years 11+12 can apply to the summer school by completing this form
These courses will be especially valuable for students who are considering applying to undergraduate architecture, design or art courses. Equally these courses are suitable for students interested in art, design and related subjects.
Sixth Form and College Guide
The Central Futures Team have put together an overview of the most popular and regularly applied for sixth forms and colleges for Central Foundation Boys’ School pupils. Please be advised this is not an exhaustive list, but we hope this will support students in exploring the options available to pupils. We would encourage all families to book and attend an Open Day for any post-16 provider you may be thinking about applying for.
CLICK HERE for the Sixth Form and College Guide
Details of Open Days are provided within this guide, as well as the sixth form’s/college’s application policy.
If you have any further questions, please get in touch with the Central Futures Team
Ms Browne – brownec@cfbs.islington.sch.uk
Ms Shaw (careers advisor) – shawd@cfbs.islington.sch.uk
The post-16 subject choices that students make can have a major impact on their course and university options. Selective universities such as the University of Cambridge often require applicants to have qualifications in certain subjects, or combinations of subjects, because they prepare students more effectively for degree courses. In these talks in November and January, we will discuss how to choose appropriate A-Level subjects for selective universities.
Year 10 and 11 students can find out more and register: HERE.
Dear Students,
Please see below a letter in relation to the end of Year 12 and the beginning of Year 13.