The Wells Academy has a full programme of careers, aspirations and employability activities for students in all year groups, all designed to ensure that your child leaves The Wells Academy with the skills required to be successful in their further educational journey and the working world beyond.

1-to-1 Careers Interviews
Every Year 11 student has access to individual meetings with our Careers Lead. Each student will have a personalised discussion around the topics of careers, employability skills and thinking about next steps. These meetings will be used to support students in securing places for their Post-16 education and providing information on their educational journey beyond their time at The Wells Academy.

Careers Fairs
Students across all year groups will have access to a Careers Fair, where representatives from colleges, sixth forms, apprenticeships and local businesses and industries will be in school, ready to inform students about their future options, in the hopes of inspiring and engaging them to think about what their futures may hold.

Careers in the Curriculum
Throughout the year, a series of workshops, focused lessons and curriculum-linked activities will take place, showcasing how each of the subjects on offer at The Wells Academy can lead to exciting career opportunities.

Year 10 Future Skills Days
Year 10 students will have access to drop-down days where they will learn about CV Writing and Employability Skills, followed by a Mock Interview process and opportunities to gain insight into different workplaces.

Unifrog
The Unifrog platform is designed to support students in making informed decisions about their futures. Students can complete quizzes, watch webinars and complete online courses. They can also search colleges, 6^th forms, university and apprenticeship opportunities, part time jobs and much more. Each student has their own personal account and login. Families can also explore the website using the code: WLSAparents

ThinkForward
ThinkForward is a charity working to empower young people in the UK through a long-term coaching programme. They equip young people with the skills and experience they need to move into work or further education. Our ThinkForward coach works with 10 students in Years 9, 10 and 11 and for two years after school, delivering one-to-one coaching, group work sessions, work insights and employer mentoring.

How can you help?

• Positive discussions with your child on around their futures
• Push them to be inquisitive and aspirational about their futures
• Promote independence in researching their future options and entry routes
• Encourage them to seek advice from our Careers Lead and to keep an eye out for any relevant events that may become available to them