Thousands of Warwickshire students are considering their next steps after A-level results were announced today (Thursday 13 August).
Students across the county have completed A-level courses at schools, further education colleges, sixth form colleges and training providers, with many now looking ahead to university, apprenticeships, work, travel or other opportunities.
Full results from individual schools and colleges are still being collated, and detailed data about the county’s overall performance will be published by the Department for Education (DfE) in the autumn. However, initial feedback from schools and colleges indicates that Warwickshire has enjoyed another successful year.
Many young people also received recognition of their work and achievements in other qualifications such as BTECs, NVQs, apprenticeships, T-levels and supported internships.
While university beckons for lots of students, other routes are available for those wishing to pursue travel, start work or apprenticeships, or those who might have been hoping for different results and are now considering their options.
Councillor Wayne Briggs, Warwickshire County Council's Cabinet Member for Education, said: “I want to extend congratulations to all Warwickshire students receiving their A-level results today. Initial feedback suggests another successful year for our county, and it's fantastic to see so many young people progressing to their next steps.
“Whether you're heading to university, embarking on an apprenticeship, entering the world of work, or exploring other exciting opportunities, remember that there are many fulfilling pathways available. For those whose results weren't what they hoped for, please know that you can get advice and support through your school or college, as well as through services like Shaw Trust and the National Careers Service.
“In Warwickshire we are committed to helping young people pursue happy, healthy and skilled futures to be the best they can be and I wish them every success for whatever comes next.”
Advice, guidance and support is available to young people who need support with their next step or if they didn’t get the results they were hoping for. Schools and colleges have on site support and information can be found on the council’s Set for the Future webpage.
In addition, young people can contact Shaw Trust (previously known as Prospects), the council's commissioned careers support service for free independent advice and support by calling 0247 032 1950 or visiting the website: Targeted Information Advice and Guidance - Midlands - Shaw Trust
Information about searching and applying for an apprenticeship can be found here: https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeshipsearch
Alternatively, The National Careers Service can be contacted to access free information and advice about education, training and work on 0800 100 900 or via the website: https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/
For more information about education and learning in Warwickshire visit: https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/education-learning