• Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future

Opportunities

open days, careers events, training schemes, paid positions

Post 16 Opportunities

This page is here to inform students and parents about conferences, courses and visits on offer to Post 16 students. We strongly encourage our students to take advantage of these educational experiences as they widen students’ knowledge and understanding, develop their national and international perspectives and raise aspirations for future career choices.


Latest Opportunities

Airbus Training Schemes
We are now accepting applications for entry to our 2011 Craft and Higher Apprenticeship Schemes. Apprenticeships are available at our UK sites in Filton (Bristol) and Broughton (North Wales).  

Airbus in the UK offers work experience in line with national curriculum requirements to school and college students aged 14 to 19. Placements offer a great opportunity for students to develop their knowledge and understanding of the world of work. It allows them to see first-hand how a modern manufacturing business operates.

Students spend time in an Engineering, Manufacturing or support functions, at either Filton (Bristol) or Broughton (North Wales). The programme contributes to the students' personal development as well as helping them learn.

go to the Airbus website

Ambitions+ Careers Event Thurs 1 March 2012
 UWE Exhibition & Conference Centre
Open to all Yr 10-13 students & parents

Good opportunity to talk to national employers, universities, colleges, training providers and voluntary organisations: download the poster


Year 12 and Year 13 Opportunity
Fantastic opportunity: work experience, internships and apprenticeships at HSBC, Barclays, Aviva and many more companies, both locally and nationally.

Go to the Directions website for more details. Visit this page to register with them.
This website also includes other information including interview tips.

 

UNIQ Summer School 2012, Oxford University
There are no academic requirements for applications. This summer school is aimed at under-represented schools and groups of students.
Applications open on January 9th for Oxford’s UNIQ summer school, a week-long residential school for Year 12 students.
Full details can be found on the website
Application deadline is Thursday February 23rd.
It’s a great opportunity so don't miss out!


Year 12: UWE UniTaster Summer School, 18 - 22 June 2012
At UWE, University of the West of England, a fantastic opportunity for any possible UCAS applications: UniTaster Summer School, 18th-22nd June, for anyone wanting to generally sample uni life.

Leap into Health Summer School, 18 - 22 June
For anyone applying for any role in the health care industry.

Students applying must meet ONE of the following criteria:
(a) Student is from social groups 4-8 in the national statistics socio-economic classification (NS-SEC)
(b) Student is from a disadvantaged background, e.g. from areas of relative deprivation or where participation in higher education is low.
(c) Has a special educational need and / or a disability.
(d) A young person in care / in the care system or care leavers.

Downloads:
poster
application process
student / carer / parent booklet
information for students
parent / carer consent form: PDF ; Word

Anyone who's interested please apply online and let me know.
Miss Morgan

 

Year 12 Opportunity: Nottingham University Taster Events 2012
A fantastic few days full of conferences, lectures and interactive workshops. This is a great chance for students to get a taste of life at university in their chosen subject. Attending events like these will help students to make a more informed choice about their future and will enhance UCAS applications.

Law: 31 March - 2 April
Psychology: 31 March - 2 April
Journalism: 31 March - 2 April
Physics:1 - 2 April
Medic: 1 - 4 April
Vet: 2 - 5 April
Nursing: July 2012
Medic: July 2012
Vet: 2012

Funding assistance may be available.
See your tutor for more information or visit here


Year 12 Opportunity: Residential Course run by Villiers Park Educational Trust

To apply, students need to be looking at getting an A, or an A*, in A2 in Year 13 in one or more subjects. By the end of the course students will have:

    - gained insight into a wide range of exciting topics beyond the AS/A2 specification, including some that would be covered at degree level
  • - been challenged to work towards the limits of your ability with a small group of like-minded students in a non-competitive environment
  • - be actively involved in workshops, group discussions and presentations


Residential Courses website
Cost: £215 per student (he school may be able to financially contribute) 

Courses:

Maths & Science

Biology: Ecology and Evolution
Engineering: Electronic and Computational
Mathematics: Chaos or Clear Cut?
Psychology: Social and Forensic Psychology

Arts & Humanities

English Literature: Exploring Shakespeare
Geography: Geographical Imaginations
History: Urban Britain - Medieval and Modern

Modern Foreign Languages
English Literature: Exploring Shakespeare
French: Language and Identity
Philology: The Language Learner's Toolkit

Other Subjects
Engineering: Electronic and Computational
Law: Criminal Issues
Philology: The Language Learner's Toolkit
Psychology: Social and Forensic Psychology


To apply, visit this page or complete this form or see Ms Wood.



Year 13 Employment Opportunity
Employment opportunity with Peter Brett Associates for an A Level Maths- or Science-based student. Peter Brett Associates is a planning, economic and technical consultancy. Its services cover energy, the environment, the built environment, transport and infrastructure. The Bristol office is based centrally in Queen's Square.

If you have any further questions contact:
Rachel Folkes, Graduate Air Quality Scientist rfolkes@peterbrett.com
website: www.peterbrett.com
more training opportunities with this company: www.peterbrett.com/careers

 

Year 12 and Year 13
Bath University are offering free Higher Education workshops for young people. Any student can apply online: visit the website. You can also see Miss Morgan for further details.

Some examples of workshops:

- Robotics and Gaming
- Credit Card Technology and Web Design
- Sports Coaching
- Sports Therapy
- Film FX
- TV Production
- Motorsports Engineering
- Bloodhound Super Sonic car challenge
- Build a working Engine

Open Days at St Anne's College
We are running subject-specific and formal open days in 2011. If you would like to participate in any of these events places can be booked individually and as school-group visits. Visit our website www.st-annes.ox.ac.uk and complete the online booking form.


If you have any queries about any of these events, please do not hesitate to contact the College's Schools Liaison Officer, Mrs Isabella McIntyre, at schools.liaison@st-annes.ox.ac.uk or phone 01865 274825.

 

Year 12 and Year 13

Workshop Conferences in the following subjects:
Law
Psychology
Medics
Nursing
Vets
Journalism

Go to www.workshop-uk.net or see Miss Morgan for more details.

 

Year 12 and Year 13 Apprenticeships now advertising in the following areas:

  • - Business Administrator
    - Nursery Assistant
    - Gardener
    - Baker
    - Mortgage Advisor
    - E-Commerce Apprentice
    - Fashion Retail Apprentice
    - Enrolment Centre Assistant
    - Financial Administrator
    - Heritage Apprentice
    - Administration Apprentice

To find out more see Miss Morgan or go to the website www.apprenticeships.org.uk

 

Year 12 'Medic' Students:

For students wishing to apply for a career in medicine- go to www.futuredoctors.co.uk and apply for either a london based course or web based course to give you a variety of certificates to help in your application. Some funding is available for you so please let me know if you want to apply See Miss Morgan or Ms Wood.


Year 12 Workshop conferences

For Law, Psychology, Forensics, Nursing and Medicine

Held at various universities and a variety of courses (there is some funding available to help contribute to the costs). To apply see online or ask Miss Morgan/Ms Wood. Website: www.workshop-uk.com


Access to Bristol scheme

The Access to Bristol scheme is an initiative that provides local students with an unprecedented opportunity to experience life at the University of Bristol, gaining access to its academic expertise and facilities.

Click here to view the poster; click here to visit the University of Bristol website

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