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Life Event - Starting School or College

Starting or changing schools or heading of to university are a big steps for you and your child, and you will no doubt have many questions about how the processes work. This section of the website is designed to help you with any queries you might have.

Starting School

For more detailed information on all aspects of schooling and education visit our Schools page. Other websites which could help are:

Directgov: Choosing a School opens in a new window

Tips on choosing a school and applying for a place, and options for educating your child at home.

Directgov: Preparing for the first day at primary school opens in a new window

Advice and guidance on how to prepare yourslef and your child for their first day at school.

Directgov: Special Educational Needs opens in a new window

If your child has more difficulties than most children their age with schoolwork, communication or behaviour, plenty of help and advice is at hand from special educational needs specialists, teachers and voluntary organisations.

Directgov: Your child's welfare at school opens in a new window

Information on all aspects of welfare at school such as health and safety, attendance, discipline and exclusions and bullying.

in the box below to find your nearest schools:

Starting College

Directgov: University and Higher Education opens in a new window

Everything you need to know if you are thinking about going to university or continuing your education.

University and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS) opens in a new window

UCAS is the organisation responsible for managing applications to higher education courses in the UK.

Education and Careers Advice

Careers South West opens in a new window

Careers South West is the leading provider in the South West for services that support people of all ages to make successful transitions and achieve their career and life goals.
Directgov: Young People opens in a new window
Lots of information and guidance on careers, money, health, crime and details about funded government schemes for young people.



Contact Admissions and Student Services