Welsh Government Dysg eNewsletter: 23 August 2018 (GCSE - Special Edition)

23 August 2018• GCSE Special Edition

 
 
 
 
 
 

WELSH EDUCATION NEWS

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Exam results 2018– “Where Now?”

Help young people take their next steps following their GCSE results.  The period following exam results is a critical time. It is important to maintain a dialogue with young people and their parents/guardians to help them make the right choices, whatever their results. For information on the options available visit the “Where Now?” help and advice webpages!  

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Exam results stress: pupils can call, chat online or text Meic for help!

Pupils stressed as they await their A-level, GCSE and other exam results can find emotional support by calling Meic.

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Qualifications Wales overview

Qualifications Wales has produced an overview of this year’s GCSE results in Wales. To read this, together with an overview of last week’s A and AS results, click here

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Sound Advice on Student Finance Wales

Wondering what loans and grants your students might be able to get this year from Student Finance Wales? We’ve put together some short animations to provide a quick and easy explanation. Visit the YouTube channel here.

Apprenticeships

With decisions being made across the country by young people looking towards their options and future career plans, high quality apprenticeships are becoming an increasingly popular route to a successful and rewarding career. Apprentices gain access to high quality training, job specific skills and work towards nationally recognised qualifications, while earning a wage. Find out more about apprenticeships today, visit careerswales.com and search apprenticeships.

Skills Cymru

Free to attend, SkillsCymru are Wales’ largest careers, skills and apprenticeship events. Taking place in Llandudno and Cardiff, these highly interactive events provide young people with the opportunity to discover their potential.  Book your place now via our online form.

The Skills Show 2018 

Opportunity for student groups to get involved in the #SkillsShow2018 volunteer programme

 
 

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