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...

Sixth Form Applications

A levels: pre-reading and research materials

Sixth Form Course Information

Parents Evening :: Year 12

Examinations

@Home

Alumni :: Messages from old Hartisians

Getting involved and developing new skills

Coping with exam pressure - a guide for students

Wellbeing

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Hartismere Sixth Form College

Explore...

The Film Industry and Careers

Careers & Futures Programme Feedback - Parents

'Green' Careers that benefit the environment

Public Services

Medicine, Health & Social Care

Careers in Media and Film

Admissions and Application Forms :: Main School and Sixth Form

Higher Education

Chemistry in Action 2022

Higher Education Opportunity - LAMDA's (BA Hons) Production & Technical Arts

New...

GCSE CS: 1.5 Networks - TCP/IP Layers and Protocols

Key Stage 3 practical sessions information - updated for February 2025

Hartismere Technical Theatre

Teacher of English - (Maternity cover)

E-Safety

GCSE Past papers and mark schemes

Bronze Qualifying Expedition September 2025

Useful Careers Websites

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Careers University Sixth Form Destinations Retention A Level A Levels Year 8 GCSE CS Year 10 Forms Lighting Food The Education Hub Year 12 Enrichment Vacancies Term Dates LAMDA GCE Notices

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