Send & Post 16 Opportunities
Preparing for Adulthood: Parents and carers guide to post‑16 opportunities
Helping young people plan for life after 16 is a shared journey, and having clear information can make a real difference. The Parents and carers guide to post‑16 opportunities, produced with Essex Family Forum by the Preparing for Adulthood team at Essex County Council, provides clear guidance to support families as they explore the full range of pathways available beyond secondary education.
The guide brings together practical information on:
- Sixth form and further education options
- Vocational pathways, training programmes and college‑based courses
- Supported Internships and apprenticeships
- Employment routes and support available for young people preparing for work
- Travel training and developing independence
- Day opportunities and wider Preparing for Adulthood pathways
- Useful timelines, key questions to ask and signposting to additional support
This resource is designed to help families, carers and young people feel confident about the choices ahead, and to support informed conversations during transition planning, careers guidance and review meetings.
Access the guide here: https://www.essexopportunities.co.uk/post-16-parents-carers-guide/post-16-parents-carers-guide/
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