Hartismere School

Est. 1451. An outstanding coeducational secondary school & sixth form college and England's first academy

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University and careers; destinations & retention

All students, whatever their ambitions, take part in a programme of activities designed to help them plan for their futures. 

In year 12, students are introduced to the UCAS process. They research university courses and institutions and learn how to write an effective personal statement. In the summer, all students undertake work experience to extend their understanding of the world of work. 

Students who apply to Oxford or Cambridge, or who apply to do medicine, dentistry or veterinary science receive a range of additional support, including support with BMAT and UCAT, practice interviews and specialist advice. 

Students who plan to go into employment, or to undertake an apprenticeship, will explore and research employment and apprenticeship opportunities and learn how to write an effective CV and application letter.  We have good links with local employers who often seek out Hartismere graduates. 

Ofsted say, “Pupils access a high-quality careers education, including that related to work experience and work-related learning. They go on to appropriate next-step destinations, including appropriate post-18 apprenticeships, employment and further education”. 

Documents

In this section...

I Belong: encouraging girls into computer science programme

Academic challenge and independence; attainment

Key Stage 4 and 5 Performance Tables

Getting involved and developing new skills

Wellbeing

Sixth Form Course Information

Coping with exam pressure - a guide for students

Alumni :: Messages from old Hartisians

Sixth Form Curriculum and Programme of Study

Hartismere Bursary Criteria

See also...

Hartismere Sixth Form College

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Infrastructure

Apprenticeship Information

Apprenticeships, Further Education, Higher Education

Careers Information for Parents

Charities

Education Hub: top tips for exam preparation

Useful Websites

Medicine, Health & Social Care

The Future of Filmmaking

My First Job In Film (@My1stJobInFilm) | Twitter

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November 2025 GCSE Examinations

December Mock Examinations

Trip to Athens October 2026

Admissions and Application Forms :: Main School and Sixth Form

Vacancies

Correspondence from the Exams Office

January 2026 Examinations

WAR HORSE, Norwich Theatre Royal, Thursday 6th November 2025 Places available

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