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Guidance and support offered by Isle of Wight council for post-exam career choices

The Isle of Wight Council is congratulating students who have worked hard to achieve their A-level, technical, vocational, and apprenticeship qualifications this year.

The council expects to have the full picture of results, achieved by students who sat examinations, in early 2024 when the final and validated data is published by the Department for Education.  

Tickner: Hard work and determination from all
Andy Tickner, County Education Manager – Participation and Lifelong Learning said,

“On behalf of the council, I would like to congratulate all the Island’s brilliant post-16 students for their hard work and determination.

“We must also thank the many dedicated teachers and tutors in our colleges, sixth forms and our training providers who have helped young people as they have worked towards these qualifications.”

This will be a time of different emotions for many students and the council offers a range of advice and support for young people wondering how to take the next steps towards their careers after their results.

Speak to qualified, independent careers advisers
The council’s Island Futures team provides qualified, independent careers advisers who are available throughout the exam results period to talk through options, including moving on to university, higher apprenticeship choices, employment or other training.

The team is skilled in assisting students who are worried they don’t have the grades they were expecting, or if their plans for September have changed and they are unsure what to do next.

Post-results support
Island Futures has a dedicated post exam support service available to call today (Thursday) on (01983) 823888, between 9am and 4pm, The service is available at any other time via email [email protected].

There is also an extensive range of careers information available online via the council’s Island Futures website www.iow.gov.uk/islandfutures

Young people who may be feeling uncertain, anxious, or stressed about the future can also seek support from www.youngminds.org.uk who offer online support including a guide for dealing with exam results.


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