Careers Plan – Year 13 (2026-27)

YEAR 13 AIM: In the sixth form, careers education focuses on preparing students to make good choices, engage in work experience and understand personal development.

RATIONALE: The focus of this year is ensuring that Year 13 students make applications and secure positive post-18 destinations.

1. .CAREERS SESSIONS: Ready to Apply

   This term, Year 13 students are supported as they move from exploring options to preparing and submitting applications. They are encouraged in their understanding of where they are in the process and how to effectively present their strengths, experiences and achievements. They will review their progress, plan around key deadlines and practise turning experiences into strong application examples. This follows the Careers Discovery Framework created by the UCAS Destinations Programme.

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2. Maidstone University Fair

   Wrotham students have been kindly invited to attend Maidstone University Fair in September.

   Maidstone Grammar School will be hosting around 50 exhibitors at the event, representing a wide range of UK universities plus some local colleges and apprenticeship organisations. The following institutions have confirmed their attendance.

   The event provides an opportunity to find out more about the range of education and study options available to students after leaving school, as well as the chance to meet representatives and get information about their institutions, courses, entry requirements and funding. We find that the event is particularly valuable in encouraging students to start thinking about their future pathways, even if they are not yet sure what they would like to do.

   Aberystwyth University, Aston University Birmingham, University of Bath, University of Birmingham, University of Brighton, University of Cambridge, Canterbury Christ Church University, Cardiff University, University for the Creative Arts, Durham University, University of East Anglia, Escape Studios (Animation, Games & VFX) University of Essex, University of Exeter, Falmouth University, University of Glasgow, University of Greenwich, University of Hertfordshire, University of Hull, University of Kent, Kent & Medway Medical School, Lancaster University, University of Leeds, Loughborough University, LSE (The London School of Economics & Political Science), Manchester Metropolitan University, Medway School of Arts, Mid-Kent College, Newcastle University, North Kent & Hadlow College, University of Nottingham, Nottingham Trent University, Oxford Brookes University, University of Portsmouth, Queen’s University Belfast, University of Reading, Royal Holloway University of London, University of Sheffield, University of Southampton, Southampton Solent University, University of Suffolk, University of Surrey, University of Sussex, Swansea University, University College London, University of Winchester, University of York.

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1. .CAREERS SESSIONS: Ready to Apply

   This term, Year 13 students are supported as they move from exploring options to preparing and submitting applications. They are encouraged in their understanding of where they are in the process and how to effectively present their strengths, experiences and achievements. They will review their progress, plan around key deadlines and practise turning experiences into strong application examples. This follows the Careers Discovery Framework created by the UCAS Destinations Programme.

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2. Trip: What Careers? Live

   Year 12 and 13 students are invited to attend What Careers? Live at the London Olympia. There are a range of activities available for students to join; this ensures that they are able to tailor the event to their needs and interests. Activities include: talks from employers and universities, CV clinics, careers advisors, universities and employer stands; a US university zone, and more.

   

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1. .CAREERS SESSIONS: Your Next Steps

   This term, Year 13 students will conduct a status check, helping them to pause, reflect on application progress, and check that they are not closing the door on suitable options and pathways beyond post-18. Students identify what is in and outside of their control, notice and reframe limiting thoughts, and keep alternative options open while decisions are still developing. This follows the Careers Discovery Framework created by the UCAS Destinations Programme.

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1. .CAREERS SESSIONS: Your Next Steps

   This term, Year 13 students will conduct a status check, helping them to pause, reflect on application progress, and check that they are not closing the door on suitable options and pathways beyond post-18. Students identify what is in and outside of their control, notice and reframe limiting thoughts, and keep alternative options open while decisions are still developing. This follows the Careers Discovery Framework created by the UCAS Destinations Programme.

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1. .CAREERS SESSIONS: Planning for Every Outcome

   This term, students are supported in their preparation for results day and transition beyond post-16 study. They are encouraged to prepare for every eventuality and understand that they can adapt and thrive, whatever the outcome. Students will explore Plan A alongside realistic alternatives, practise responding to different outcomes, and identify sources of support. This follows the Careers Discovery Framework created by the UCAS Destinations Programme.

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