Tag: student

Mentor of the Month: Chris

Meet our LOOK Mentor of the Month, Chris. Thank you for your dedication, insights, and humour. You are greatly appreciated by your mentees and all of us at LOOK.

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Resource: Q&A on 16+ transition to 6th form/college

The transition from a familiar school setting to 6th form or college can be daunting, learning to navigate a new setting. Meeting new people and advocating for your needs with new teachers can feel like a roadblock to your education. In this Q&A three of our LOOK Mentors met to chat about their experience.

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16+ Transition to Further Education

Have you received your GCSE results and are about to take the next step into sixth form or college life?

Join LOOK to discuss the transition from school into sixth form/college with three expert mentors sharing their experiences and top tips.

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Just Like Us – School Diversity Week

In recognition of School Diversity Week, we shine a light on how inclusive mainstream schools are for the VI community. LOOK mentors and mentees share their experiences of the education system, the support they received and where they feel schools fall short.

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LOOK Life Hacks – Next Steps if you’re not going to Uni.

Knowing what to do after we finish our formal education can be daunting and for those who aren’t following the path to uni, it can seem even more so. Deciding to take a vocational course or subject can be a life-changing alternative, providing you with the practical skills and knowledge to prepare you for work.

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