Education in East Hampshire

East Hampshire is fortunate to have a range of excellent primary and secondary schools plus HSDC in Alton for post 16 education.  More information can be found on the Hampshire County Council website: Find a school in Hampshire | Education and learning | Hampshire County Council (hants.gov.uk)

The Department for Education offers an Education Hub with information on Post-16 options.

T LEVELS

There are now a number of different routes that young people can take, including T Levels, which are technical qualifications equivalent to A Levels. A range of T Level courses are available at HSDC in Alton as well as their sister site at South Downs College.

To find out more about T Levels, go to T Levels 

APPRENTICESHIPS

There are also a wide range of apprenticeships available, covering 1500 different job roles across 170 industries, including 75 Higher and Degree apprenticeships also on offer. The National Apprenticeship Service provides comprehensive information at  https://www.gov.uk/topic/further-education-skills/apprenticeships

To find and apply for an apprenticeship: https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship

For details on Higher and Degree apprenticeships: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/higher-and-degree-apprentice…

To recruit an apprentice: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/apprenticeship-vacancies

The Apprenticeship & Skills Partnership offers free and impartial advice to organisations of any size across Hampshire and Surrey regarding apprenticeship and skills training. They can help organisations with finding the most suitable training provider or choosing the relevant apprenticeship or skills programme for them. They also offer guidance on funding apprenticeship training, levy transfers and sourcing apprentices. More details at https://www.theapprenticeshiphub.com/meet-the-team-north-hampshire-surr…

Funding is also available from East Hampshire District Council, working in partnership with Business East Hants, to subsidise wages and contribute towards transport and training for apprentices joining businesses in the East Hampshire district. For details: http://www.easthants.gov.uk/apprenticeships

TRAINEESHIPS & WORK EXPERIENCE

A traineeship is a course with work experience that gets you ready for work or an apprenticeship. It can last from 6 weeks up to 1 year, though most traineeships last for less than 6 months. For more information go to: https://www.gov.uk/find-traineeship

The National Careers Service provides comprehensive information on this and other career paths: https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice/types-of-work-exp….

 

EDUCATIONAL VISITS TO PARLIAMENT

The Education Centre in the Houses of Parliament offers tours of the parliamentary estate for primary and secondary pupils.  Click here to book your place: UK Parliament Education Centre - Parliament UK Education

I also host a 'Taste of Parliament' session for sixth formers interested in politics from local schools and colleges.  This normally takes place during the October half term and consists of briefings with key departments, such as the Library and Hansard, a Q&A with me, and a tour of the chambers of both the Lords and the Commons.  To find out more about these sessions, contact the office.

 

News

The start of a new term - a big moment for all

This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post: "The start of a new academic year is a big moment for pupils, parents and teachers alike.  It arrives with a great sense of anticipation, particularly for those who are just starting primary school, m

The return of exam-based results

This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post editions: "Young people in East Hampshire and across England, Wales and Northern Ireland will once again be receiving A level results this week.  It will be the first time grades will be based on exam r

T Levels - a real alternative for young people

This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post editions: "The first cohort of T Level students have just come to the end of their two year courses, following the launch of the new post 16 qualification back in September 2020.   It is a significant

A return to Bohunt School

Damian was delighted to be back at Bohunt School in Liphook last week. He enjoyed a lively Q&A with sixth form students on a wide range of domestic and international issues.

Damian hosts Taste of Parliament day

This article was written by Damian and published in this week's editions of the Herald and Petersfield post: "It was great to welcome a group of East Hampshire sixth formers and undergraduates to Westminster last week, for a ‘Taste of Parliament’ day.  Although I have been hosting these for a

An apprenticeship at Cranford Controls

In National Apprenticeship Week, it was a pleasure for Damian to meet Ashley, an apprentice at Cranford Controls in Alton.  Ashley completed his Level 3 at Alton College and is now studying for an NVQ in Electrical/Electronic Engineering at Basingstoke College of Technology, alongsid

Apprenticeships help 'build the future'

This article was written by Damian and published in this week's edition of the Herald and Petersfield Post: "The theme for this year’s National Apprenticeship Week is particularly apt – ‘build the future’ – as many companies look to attract and develop the workforce they need to grow their business

T Levels - the alternative post-16 route

The article was written by Damian and published in this week's Petersfield Post and Herald editions: "Later this week I am looking forward to visiting Alton College for the official opening of their new Gaming & Creative Digital Studios; a facility that is being used by students studying one of

Visit to Eggar's school open day

Damian was delighted to join others at Eggar’s Autumn Open Event this weekend, witnessing brilliant music from the students and a fascinating tour of Languages, DT and Art, Gymnastics and more … including this dramatic experiment with Mrs John in Chemistry. More information at

Visit to Connect4Summer programme

Damian thanked the team for inviting him to visit Liss Junior School to see Hampshire's Connect4Summer programme in action - a series of events offering a range of activities for families and children during the holidays.