A stepping stone into Secondary

Making the transition from primary to secondary school is a big step for most of us. Secondary school brings new subjects, new ways of learning, new friends and new challenges as we work towards becoming more independent learners. It’s also a time when we grow emotionally and personally, learning about ourselves – who we are and what we want to do after leaving school.

Whether it’s choosing which school subjects to study, which extra-curricular activities to get involved in or which route to take post-16, good careers guidance and information are vital to help you explore the opportunities available to you and make the best choices for your future.

This section aims to provide links to useful information, advice and resources on everything from applying for a school place to recognising your skills and interests, from choosing the right qualifications to get you on your career path to researching your next steps towards your career goal – be it work, training or study.