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Information for parents and carers with children of secondary school age.

    • Apply for a secondary school place

      Find out how to apply for a secondary school place if your child lives in Bristol.

    • Check the performance of schools

      Search for primary, secondary and special needs schools and colleges near you, and check their performance including Ofsted reports.

    • Home education

      Information on part time and full-time home schooling.

    • Options for education and training after 16

      Young people have to stay in education or training until they're 18, different ways of doing this, including studying part-time.

    • Courses for 14 to 19 year olds

      Find out what courses and qualifications are available at schools, colleges and sixth forms in your area. 

    • Become an apprentice

      Find out how apprenticeships work, what you'll get from an apprenticeship and how to apply. 

    • Find an apprenticeship

      Find out what courses and qualifications are available at schools, colleges and sixth forms in your area. 

    • Careers advice from the BBC

      The BBC explain the world of work with advice from people who've found the right path for them. Explore careers and find your perfect job. 

    • Career advice for young people with SEND

      Information for parents and carers to help young adults with SEND take their first steps into work when they leave school.  

    • Career advice helpline

      Call the National Careers Service helpline for information and advice about jobs, careers and training. 

    • UCAS

      Search for courses, universities, colleges and apprenticeships. Get advice to help you choose your future career path.