Careers Education, Information, Advice & Guidance (CEIAG)
At Wolverhampton Grammar School our Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) plays a significant part in ensuring that our young people have high aspirations as well as the tools, knowledge and employability skills required to achieve above and beyond their potential in both their academic and professional life.
Our CEIAG programme meets all Gatsby Benchmarks, and fulfils the CDI criteria for career development. We are also proud to be working towards the Quality in Careers Standard this year.
Our students attend university visits, degree apprenticeships workshops as well as undertaking a rigorous Higher Education programme delivered by our Head of Sixth Form to support their transition into post-18 life.
Miss Kailey, Head of Careers, continues to develop contacts with employers and engagements using our established network of Old Wulfrunians (former pupils). These, along with our annual work experience programme, provides our students with up-to-date knowledge of opportunities in the employment world.
A Bespoke Careers & HE Programme
Academic success is the hallmark of our school
All senior students benefit from a bespoke Careers and Higher Education programme, which, when followed over 7 years, ensures that all WGS students have completed an entire careers education learning journey.
Through our Careers Programme, we connect students with experiences that spark ambition, build confidence and prepare them for life beyond school.
Sukie Sohal, Head of Careers
Higher Education
I had great experiences and encouragement at WGS to pursue a career in theatre and performance. My involvement in the School’s drama productions was a great grounding for later professional training.
Jason Battersby, Actor (OW 2018)
There are many reasons to consider university. Not only can a degree offer a higher lifetime earnings potential and a greater choice of more rewarding career paths, but the university experience often provides unparalleled opportunities for personal growth and independence. Every year, between 80-90% of our Upper Sixth students decide that university is the right next step for them, so WGS provides an extensive programme of education, information and guidance relating to Higher Education throughout the Sixth Form journey. All students have access to qualified, one-to-one advice throughout the application process and beyond.
Universities all have their own set of specialisms and each offers a unique learning environment. Our students are coached to weigh up their own needs, priorities and preferences so that they are making fully informed decisions about where to continue their education and choose the ‘best‘ university for their needs. Every year we are pleased and proud to see the vast majority of our applicants are successful in gaining places at their preferred choice of institutions. Those who decide that university is not the right destination for them are fully supported in their pursuit of alternatives, be it an apprenticeship, volunteering or acquiring work experience.
Higher Education
Year 10 students took part in an Oxbridge preparation day gaining an early insight into the application process from WGS staff and students. The day was followed by a visit to Oxford University with students from Beacon Academy.
BBC Young Reporter
WGS hosted an event with the BBC as part of National Careers Week. Students enjoyed workshops on topics including podcasting, journalism, content creation and broadcasting.
Industrial Cadets
Design & Technology students develop new prototype for HS Marston Aerospace as part of the Industrial Cadets Education Scheme.
Careers Information
The range of careers lessons equipped me for life beyond Sixth Form, helping me to evaluate my options and the best career path for me. This enabled me to study subjects I loved, whilst feeling confident that they will help in pursuing my chosen career.
Luke (OW, 2024)
- 1:1 Careers Advice and Guidance (Preparation for Post-16)
- Sixth Form Subject Options Evening
- Careers Fairs hosted at WGS
- Degree Apprenticeships – insight offered by guest speakers from universities invited to speak at WGS
- OW Engagements – working with our alumni who offer mentorship and share career and higher education experiences
- A taste of Sixth Form Day
- Preparation for Oxbridge Programme – early insight into Oxbridge life and requirements needed for a successful application
- Sixth Form Open Evening
- Careers Fairs hosted at WGS
- Degree Apprenticeships – insight offered by guest speakers from universities invited to speak at WGS
- OW Engagements – working with our alumni who offer mentorship and share career and higher education experiences
- 1:1 Careers Advice and Guidance (Preparation for Year 9 Options)
- University visits
- Workplace visits e.g. Sky Studios, Mercedes, Tecman IT Solutions
- Talk the Talk Challenge – public speaking competition which all students participate in
- Careers Fairs hosted by WGS
- Enterprise Day – all students create a solution to a real business problem in a Dragon’s Den style format
- Green Careers – looking at careers in the sustainability sector
- Workplace visits e.g. Sky studios, Mercedes, Tecman IT Solutions
- Politics Day
- Introduction to Careers Education at WGS
- My dream job role
- Vision Boards – how students envisage their future, including career choices