Information for parents

Careers decisions are an important part of your child’s education. This page brings together key resources and support to help you guide and support your child with their choices at GCSE and beyond, including apprenticeships, further education, personal guidance and preparation for work. You do not need to be a careers expert — but your support matters. 

How to use this page

• Explore the options together — talk about what your child enjoys and where they want to get to

• Use the links below to learn more about post-16 pathways

• Attend school events such as Options Evenings and careers fairs

• Discuss LMI (labour market information) so your child can link choices to real opportunities

• Use the National Careers Service and other links to build confidence and research skills

Careers Advice is not just for Young People, Parents/Carers also need support to help young people make tough and challenging decisions.

The support of parents and carers is crucial at key decisions times, particularly in Year 9 and Year 11. The information below highlights how you can help your child make successful career choices during these transition years.

During Year 9, your child will choose the subjects or courses they intend to study in Years 10 and 11 (Key Stage 4) and during year 11 your child will need to make appropriate applications to post 16 providers to complete their Key stage 5 intended destinations. 

Help is available

School staff are available to help your child decide the best choices for them and understand how their subject choices impact on future career opportunities.