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"Castle School Education Trust is committed to high quality education across the primary, secondary and sixth form key stages. Our schools cover the South Gloucestershire area. We encourage independence within each school within a strong framework of values."

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Downend

To report a child's absence for years 7-11 please email dow-studentabsence@cset.co.uk or call 01454 862395.  For 6th Form please call 01454 862333.  

Careers

We recognise the importance of a robust careers programme and giving students as many opportunities as possible to find out more about their post 18 options.

Throughout their time in Sixth Form students will take part in a range of career related activities, including hearing from a range of guest speakers from Higher education institutions, apprenticeship providers, and local employers, as well as taking part in visits to career fairs and visiting a university setting. 

Further information on our careers provision in Sixth Form can be found HERE

Aspire Guide (A Resource for student and parents to research next steps after Sixth Form)

Y13 Student Finance

Student finance for university applicants are due to open at the end of March 2024.   A number of live webinars can be found here to help guide you through the process. Student Finance Support Sessions

Apprenticeship Information

 The Ask Programme is offering free online 1:1 support with apprenticeships.  

This support is for students and parents & carers. These are 30 - 45 minute sessions and can be booked using the link below. These are available all over the summer, so please book one if you want some advice and guidance - https://www.wtpn.org.uk/events/impartial-apprenticeship-support

 What's new with apprenticeships?

Apprenticeship ideas based on subject studied

Apprenticeship Podcast 

Amazing Apprenticeships - Choices Magazine (for Parents & Carers )

UCAS Information

UCAS Application Support - advice for parents

UCAS Parent Guide 2025

UCAS Undergraduate application process

UCAS Prediction Procedure