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Harrogate Grammar Sixth Form building - Nov 23

The Sixth Form

Progression and Careers

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Whatever path you choose you will be offered advice and guidance to help you plan for your future. VI HGS_Vision Icon (1)

From day 1 of year 12 to the point at which students secure their progression route at the end of Year 13, the Sixth Form at HGS provides support for each stage of the journey. This includes weekly progression sessions with form tutors, the embedding of Unifrog, university and apprenticeship visits, career pathway talks, visiting speakers, application support, practice interviews and individual careers advice. This support enables students to progress onto a range of exciting destinations and to go on to make a profound impact on society.


Whilst the majority of our students progress into Higher Education, increasingly more students are taking alternative routes into employment. You will be encouraged to explore all options and take responsibility for your decisions with the support of an experienced team.

The following key information will guide you through each stage of the process.


Higher Education and Apprenticeship Evening Presentation


University Support

We will approve 4 days of absence for the open day visits, but this must be pre-approved in advance and not clash with exams. 

Introduction to Higher Education: Presentation from Rob Rattray, Leeds Beckett

The Complete University Guide: Complete University Guide - University Rankings, Guides and Courses

UCAS – Completing an application: Learn all about filling in your UCAS application for uni

Unifrog – How to write a personal statement: How to write your personal statement like a boss : Unifrog Blog

UCAS personal statement guides: 2026 personal statement guides | UCAS

Personal statement planning - A guide to 

University Student Finance - Presentation

Admissions tests: University Admissions Tests | UCAS | UKCAT, BMAT, LNAT And More


Find out more about open days and browse the calendar:  University Open Days are a great way to explore the campus and decide whether studying there is a good fit for you.  Search your open day, plan the most from your visit and see virtual tours and videos of campus life and facilities. Click here to find out more.

University open days are a great way to explore the campus and decide whether studying there is a good fit for you.

Explore your options at a UCAS event - Not ready to narrow down which open day to go to? At a UCAS Discovery event, you can discover all your options under one roof. We can help you find out about traditional degrees, apprenticeships, careers, and more.  Click here to find out more.

Apprenticeships

Virtual Work Experience 

Gap Years

What is a degree apprenticeship?

Student - Amazing Apprenticeships
Find an apprenticeship - GOV.UK

Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers

Your-step-by-step-guide-to-applying-for-an-apprenticeship.pdf (amazingapprenticeships.com)

Webinars & Workshops - Amazing Apprenticeships

More Universities are working with employers to deliver degree apprenticeships

Gain Virtual Work Experience. Earn certificates - 100% free! | Springpod


Future Learn: Browse Free Online Courses

Find Information & Ideas to Inspire Your Gap Year Program

Click here to view our University destinations and alternate pathway map for 2024


Progression Schedule

Progression Map

Harrogate Grammar School is part of Red Kite Learning Trust, a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales with company number 7523507, registered office address: Red Kite Office, Pannal Ash Road, Harrogate, HG2 9PH

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