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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.