Careers
The aim of this page is to keep you informed of the Work Related Curriculum and associated activities as well as providing Information, Advice & Guidance. This will be achieved through:
- Self-development (Helping students to understand themselves and develop their capabilities)
- Career exploration (Helping students to investigate careers and opportunities)
- Career management (Helping students to implement their plans)
At Oakwood School we provide a programme for all our students enabling them to have access to full and informative career progression which is supported by an Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) Advisor. For more details on what you can expect for your child, please see the relevant Guide to the Curriculum in the Download section.
Baker Clause Statement:
- All students from years 7-11 are entitled find out about technical education qualifications and apprenticeships opportunities, as part of a careers programme which provides information on the full range of education and training options available.
- Hear from a range of local providers about the opportunities they offer, including technical education and apprenticeships – through options evening, assemblies and group discussions and taster events;
- Understand how to make applications for the full range of academic and technical courses.
Any provider who wishes to engage with the school should email the Careers Lead at careers@oakwood.surrey.sch.uk
You will also find details here of colleges, special events in school, trips and lots more. If you have any questions or suggestions on how we can improve our service please email Mr J Sims on jsims@oakwood.surrey.sch.uk or via the schools main number- 01293 785363
Follow us on twitter @OakwoodCareer
National Careers Service
The National Careers Service are dedicated to helping you get the advice you need for future skills, careers, work and life choices.
Reigate Grammar School Sixth Form Q&A Event
Reigate Grammar School Sixth Form Virtual Live Q&A
Collyers Virtual Open Evening
Please find details regarding Collyer's virtual open evening for Year 10s below:
Collyer's Open Evening details
College Application
Follow the link for South East Surrey Colleges Application System
College Websites
Please find website links to local colleges below;
Reigate CollegeEast Surrey CollegeCrawley CollegeCollyers CollegeSt Bede's Sixth FormBrinsbury CollegePlumpton College
Apprenticeships
Please find below information in regards to Apprenticeships:
