Parents

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

Your child has already begun building the foundations of their future career, often without even realising it. From group projects and presentations to part-time jobs and volunteering, they’ve been developing a wide range of skills that employers value. But in a fast-changing job market, knowing how to identify and communicate those skills is essential. The

If your young person is in year 12 or 13 it’s never too early to think about what comes next. These two years are a crucial time for personal growth, exploring interests, and preparing for life after sixth form or college. With your support, your young person can make confident, informed decisions without feeling overwhelmed. How You Can Support Them Check in regularly: Talk to your

Young people choose to study medicine for a variety of reasons, often rooted in a desire to make a real difference in people’s lives, a fascination with biology and how the human body functions, or because of personal injury or illness which left a lasting impression upon them. Others choose the career because of the profession’s

As careers advisors, we’re privileged to engage with a diverse range of young people, learning about their ideas and aspirations for the future. These conversations are a constant source of inspiration and insight. Some sectors consistently spark interest, technology, healthcare, and education often top the list. Others are new and emerging, such as green energy,

A Level and other Level 3 Vocational Qualifications (VTQs), such as BTECs, are typically released by sixth forms and colleges on this day and additionally students will find out if they’ve been accepted into their chosen universities through UCAS. Results day can be a mix of excitement, nerves, and uncertainty. As a parent or carer,

As parents and carers, we all wish to see our children achieve the best possible outcomes from their time at school and from their extra-curricular activities. During the challenges of the GCSE and A Level season, it is easy to focus solely on encouraging our children to work hard for their grades, and to view