Dorset’s young people are being thanked for their hard work and commitment in the run up to this year’s exams.
Students receive their A-level and Functional Skills, BTECs and Level 3 Qualifications results on Thursday 17 August, and GCSEs on 24 August.
Cllr Byron Quayle, Dorset Council Portfolio Holder for Children, Education, Skills and Early Help, said: “I wish all our students good luck for their exam results, they should all be proud of their achievements and I thank them for all their hard work.
“Thanks also go to all our teachers and families of anyone who has supported their young people through recent years of learning and exams this summer, they have played a big part in making sure our young people have the success they deserve.”
“I know that some of our young people may feel worried if things haven’t worked out as planned, or hoped for, but I say to them please do not despair. There are many different routes to further education and employment, with training and support to get there.”
“From further education, to apprenticeships, work and training, there’s a wealth of support to help you choose what is right for you.
“If you are unsure of your next step, take a look at our webpages and take advice from the groups that are there to help you.”
Next steps – advice, support and guidance
There are different ways to find out about future options:
o talk to your school tutor about the different career options
o visit dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/where-next – read about some of Dorset’s young people who have gone on to have fulfilling careers by choosing a range of different paths
o find more career information on careerpilot.org.uk
o find information and support about options at 16 in Dorset from Flying Start
Advice about apprenticeships can be found online through the Amazing Apprenticeships website.
The Department for Education has shared some advice from the National Careers Service in this blog post from last year.
Students can also find out more about all of their education and training choices by visiting the ‘Get the Jump’ Skills for Life content hub on the National Careers Service website.
Students can also chat directly to an expert adviser via webchat or by calling the National Careers Service exam results helpline:
0800 100 900 (freephone)
Weekdays 8am to 8pm
Saturdays 10am to 5pm
Young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
Find information to help young people with SEND decide what route to take in education, training or work – Education, training and work – Dorset Council
Higher education
Any student who is concerned about their results should speak urgently to their school or college, especially if their further education, university place or employment offer depends on a change to their overall grade.
Information about higher education and what to do after you get your results is available from UCAS, the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service.
UCAS also offers advice on what to do in different circumstances, depending on results received.
Read UCAS advice about Clearing. Clearing matches applicants to university places that are yet to be filled.
Advice and emotional support
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAHMS) and NHS 111 can assist in providing mental health support.
Young Minds and Kooth offer support for anyone who feels disappointed with their grades. Students are also advised to speak to their school, as they will be able to provide support and advice on next steps.
