Hartismere School

Est. 1451. An outstanding coeducational secondary school & sixth form college and England's first academy

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University and careers; destinations & retention

All students, whatever their ambitions, take part in a programme of activities designed to help them plan for their futures. 

In year 12, students are introduced to the UCAS process. They research university courses and institutions and learn how to write an effective personal statement. In the summer, all students undertake work experience to extend their understanding of the world of work. 

Students who apply to Oxford or Cambridge, or who apply to do medicine, dentistry or veterinary science receive a range of additional support, including support with BMAT and UCAT, practice interviews and specialist advice. 

Students who plan to go into employment, or to undertake an apprenticeship, will explore and research employment and apprenticeship opportunities and learn how to write an effective CV and application letter.  We have good links with local employers who often seek out Hartismere graduates. 

Ofsted say, “Pupils access a high-quality careers education, including that related to work experience and work-related learning. They go on to appropriate next-step destinations, including appropriate post-18 apprenticeships, employment and further education”. 

Documents

In this section...

Examinations

Coping with exam pressure - a guide for students

Getting involved and developing new skills

Year 7

Year 11

Sixth Form Online Application

Careers & Apprenticeships

I Belong: encouraging girls into computer science programme

Sixth Form Course Information

A levels: pre-reading and research materials

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Hartismere Careers on Instagram

Careers in Media and Film

Higher Education

Information for Employers

Film post-production explained

Careers Information for Parents

Useful Careers Websites

A Level Drama & Theatre

Careers & Futures Programme Feedback - Parents

Hartismere Sixth Form College

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Year 7 tutors/parents evening

Film Academy Shorts

HERCULES THE MUSICAL- Years 7 & 8. London

Simon Pegg Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters |

Managing In-Game Spending

WAR HORSE, Norwich Theatre Royal, Thursday 6th November 2025 Places available

STARLIGHT EXPRESS, London. Thursday 2nd October. Closed

29_09_25 7yA Cover

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Careers University Sixth Form Destinations Retention GCSE Drama Post-Production Mental Performance Physics Cultural Mathematics Theatre Trips British Film Industry Safety College Working Remotely Year 9 Learning at Home Parent

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