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    Useful websites for parents and young people in secondary education including links about schools, courses and apprenticeships.

      There are 11 results.
      • Apply for a secondary school place
         https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/23222/Apply-for-a-secondary-school-place

        Guidance on school admission policies and how to apply for a secondary school.

      • Become an apprentice
         https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/23229/Become-an-apprentice

        Find out how apprenticeships work, what you'll get from an apprenticeship and how to apply.

      • Careers advice (13-19 years)
         https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/23225/Careers-advice-13-19-years

        Get impartial careers advice if you're aged 13-19 from Gateshead's Careers Information, Advice and Guidance team.

      • Careers advice from the BBC
         https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/23228/Careers-advice-from-the-BBC

        The BBC explain the world of work with advice from people who've found the right path for them. Explore careers and find your perfect job.

      • Careers advice helpline
         https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/23226/Careers-advice-helpline

        Call the National Careers Service helpline for information and advice about jobs, careers and training if you're 13 or older.

      • Check the performance of colleges
         https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/23282/Check-the-performance-of-colleges

        Search for colleges near you and check their performance.

      • Check the performance of schools
         https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/23223/Check-the-performance-of-schools

        Search for primary, secondary and special needs schools and colleges near you, and check their performance.

      • Courses for 14-19 year olds
        https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/23227/Courses-for-14-19-year-olds

        Find out what courses and qualifications are available at schools, colleges and sixth forms in your area.

      • Find an apprenticeship
         https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/23230/Find-an-apprenticeship

        Search and apply for an apprenticeship in England.

      • Home education useful websites
         https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/23224/Home-education-useful-websites

        Links to websites that parents may find useful when home educating their children.

      • UCAS
         https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/23281/UCAS

        Search for courses, university and colleges and apprenticeships. The website also features advice and events to help you choose your future career path.