Parents

“But that’s sooo long.”  “Why would I do that?”  “I won’t know anyone there.”  “I’m not even sure I’d be good at it.”  Sound familiar?  As parents, carers and those working with young people, we hear these kinds of comments all the time. Often, they are not a sign of lacking ambition or motivation. They

When people think about careers in education, teaching is usually the first profession that comes to mind. However; schools, colleges and universities employ thousands of professionals in a wide variety of roles that help children and young people succeed. If your teenager enjoys working with people, solving problems or making a positive difference, the education

Preparing to apply for apprenticeships and navigating the application process was one of the most demanding, yet rewarding, experiences I’ve had. It’s important to remember that everyone’s apprenticeship journey is different, and the advice I’m sharing is based on my own experience. Start researching as early as you can I was in early Year 12

Results Day can be an emotional mix of excitement and anxiety for young people and their families. Whether waiting for GCSEs, A Levels, or Level 3 qualifications (such as BTECs, T Levels or the IB), decisions about next steps often need to be made quickly. Here’s how you can support your child.  Key Results Dates 

Pride has its roots in 1969, when members of the LGBTQ+ community resisted police harassment at the Stonewall Inn in New York City. These events sparked protests that laid the foundations for the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement. The first Pride march took place a year later, combining protest with celebration. Today, Pride is recognised around

As careers advisors, we are constantly researching sectors to stay up to date with Labour Market Information (LMI) and trends. The construction sector continues to be one of the strongest and fastest‑growing opportunity areas in Cambridgeshire, and beyond, making it an exciting time for young people exploring their next steps. With major housing developments, infrastructure

The summer and autumn terms are a very busy period for most students in Years 10 to 13 as they begin to prepare for their next steps.  As a parent and carer, you will most likely be called upon to act as a taxi service to help your young person go to open days and

At Form the Future’s recent annual conference, conversations about AI and young people reflected a field that is still taking shape rather than settling into clear answers. There was no single agreed position on what AI will mean for education or work. What did stand out, was the pace of change, the ethical questions it raises,

The spring term is usually when Year 9 and in some schools Year 8, students in England are asked to choose their GCSE subjects. For some young people this is an easy decision, but for others it can feel daunting. As a parent or carer, your guidance can make a real difference.  Below are some

Interviews can feel daunting for all of us, and particularly for young people who may have limited work experience or interview practice. Through our work at Form the Future, we meet many young people with a wide range of strengths, skills, and interesting stories to share. However, they can sometimes struggle to recognise and talk