IMPORTANT: 14-19 option choices are under review by the Government and therefore the information in this article may be subject to change.
Interest and abilities
Taking a closer look at your interests and abilities can help you make better choices about your education and make the right decisions regarding your future. Before setting goals, it's a good idea to think about what you enjoy doing most, what you're good at and how you handle challenges in your life.
Choices at 14
During year 9 at school you should be offered an interview to discuss your choices and future career plans. Understanding how important these next two years are will help you to make the right choices.
Choices at 16
At 16 many of you will have taken, or will be taking your GCSEs. After your exams your full-time education can stop or continue. You'll now have more influence over your future; not just what you'll study but where and how.
Choices at 18
At 18 you have many choices available to you. You can choose to go to university, take a gap year, start work as an apprentice or start full-time employment.
Useful websites
Directgov - 14 to 19 your life your options
Useful information on the education choices available to you.
Stepon
Learning opportunities in Essex 14-19.
Learnow
Is a portal website offering links to online course prospectuses, for the East of England.
Last updated: 20/06/11
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Posted - 05:59, 16 Apr 2011
Thanks!!I'm 14 and I'm going to uni!!