The DfE (Department for Education) want to increase the quality of education for young people so that they are well prepared for further education, higher education and work. They want to make sure that there are high quality options for young people to undertake both academic and vocational education, including apprenticeships and traineeships.
More broadly, they want to ensure all young people have the tools and opportunities they need to fulfil their potential, regardless of background or life circumstances. They believe that all young people should have access to local and national opportunities to develop skills for life and work and to create a more responsible, engaged and cohesive society. They also want to encourage young people to have their say on issues which matter to them; and decision-makers at local and national levels to listen to them.
Together, this will help to ensure that:
- more young people go on to study and gain the skills and qualifications that lead to sustainable jobs
- fewer young people are not in education, employment or training (NEET)
- more young people are involved in social action and feel they can make positive changes in society and in their own lives
Where do our pupils progress on to after their time with us at The Aspire Academy?
The overwhelming majority of our pupils go on to post 16 education either at college with the others pursuing training opportunities within apprenticeships and traineeships. Our pupils are well served by the many post 16 providers across the county, ranging from the Heart of Worcestershire College, Kidderminster College, South Worcestershire College, Bourneville College, Worcestershire Apprenticeships and Nova Training.
Post-16 Destinations Comparative Report
