Careers Education at Applemore College
At Applemore, we are committed to preparing our students for life beyond school. Over their five years with us, students take part in a wide range of activities designed to help them explore future careers, develop employability skills, and make informed choices about their next steps.
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🧭 Key Stage 3: Exploring Aspirations
During KS3, students begin to explore the world of work through our Life Skills programme, which includes:
• An introduction to careers and future aspirations
• Enterprise activities during Citizenship theme days
• Lessons on gender stereotyping and CV writing
In Year 8, students receive tailored support when choosing their GCSE options, including:
• Assemblies and tutor guidance
• Information evenings for students and parents
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💼 Key Stage 4: Preparing for the Future
In KS4, careers education becomes more focused and practical. Highlights include:
• Work Experience: A full week in Year 10, with preparation and support throughout
• Investment Challenge and Bright Futures Workshop
• Mock Employability Interviews
• Maths-Based Careers Fair (end of Year 9)
Every student will also have at least one 1:1 careers interview with a qualified adviser during KS4.

🎓 Post-16 Preparation
To support Year 11 students in making informed choices, we offer:
• A Post-16 Careers Fair in November 2025
• An Apprenticeship Information Event in February 2026
• College visits and assemblies from local providers
• Guidance on applications, personal statements, and interviews
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📚 Careers Library
Located in the school library, the Careers Library offers:
• Up-to-date sixth form and college prospectuses
• Information on apprenticeships and job-seeking
• University prospectuses and career-specific literature
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🛠️ Useful Tools & Resources
• KUDOS: An interactive platform to explore careers based on your interests and learn what qualifications you’ll need.
• National Careers Service: Offers impartial advice and guidance on learning, training, and work at all stages of your career.
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📄 Helpful Documents Available
• 40 Questions to Ask When Visiting Colleges
• A Guide to T Levels
• Choosing Your GCSE Options
• College Interview Questions
• College Open Evening Calendar (2023–2024)
• CV Guide
• Finding an Apprenticeship
• Gap Year Activities
• How to Write a Personal Statement
• SEND: Going to College / University
• Study Abroad
• Subject-Specific Careers Booklets
• Useful Career Websites
• Volunteering Opportunities
• Post-16 and Post-18 Options
• What is Career Guidance?