Key Stage 4

College Open Events

College Application Deadlines 

• Queen Mary’s College – 7th December 2025 

• Peter Symonds College – 8th December 2025 

• Andover College – by Christmas 2025 

• Sparsholt College – by Christmas 2025 

• BCOT – by Christmas 2025 

• Eastleigh College – by Christmas 2025 

• South Wilts Grammar School Sixth Form – 29th January 2026 

• Wellington Academy Sixth Form – 31st January 2026 

• Salisbury Sixth Form – 31st January 2026 

• Barton Peveril College – 13th February 2026  

• Wiltshire College – 13th February 2026 

• Bishop Wordworth Sixth Form – 25th February 2026 

• Brockenhurst College – 28th February 2026 

• Newbury College – 28th February 2026 

Careers & After Danebury

Apprenticeships

Seta Apprenticeships please find the link below to some useful videos.

https://www.setatraining.co.uk/apprenticeships/video-case-studies-apprentices.html

Amazing Apprenticeships

http://www.amazingapprenticeships.com/

 

Ever wondered what life in the British Army is really like?

Behind the Camo is a four-part virtual event series that gives a real, honest look at life in the British Army. Each episode features serving soldiers answering questions people don’t usually ask - covering different topics like career options, daily life, and common myths. It’s a great opportunity to hear personal stories, explore the wide range of roles available, and see how Army life can be more supportive and rewarding than you might expect. Get insider knowledge, hear directly from those living Army life, and have your unanswered questions tackled.

In the first episode, they explore the Army’s core roles in defence, peacekeeping, and humanitarian missions, brought to life through personal stories from serving soldiers. 

Episode 1 – Behind the CAMO 

Watch here: Behind the Camo - What does the Army do?

In the second episode, they explore the career opportunities, qualifications, and skills you can gain in the Army – from engineering and healthcare to roles you might not expect. You’ll hear personal stories from soldiers who’ve shaped their own paths, taken on new challenges, and even earned degrees while serving.

Episode 2 - Behind the CAMO - Whats in it for you?

📅 Wednesday, 3rd December 2025

🕕 6:00 PM –  7.00PM

Link to register: Behind the Camo: What's in it for you?

 

Have you considered an apprenticeship with the BBC?

"The world’s leading public service broadcaster, top 50 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK and industry leaders in early careers and hire more than 250 new apprentices each year. We have schemes in business; data and digital tech; engineering; journalism; and production. We are committed to skills and talent development and as one of the world’s most creative organisations for the last 100 years, an apprenticeship at the BBC means the opportunity to learn from some of the best in the business. You can watch the Discover Apprenticeships at the BBC Webinar here"

 

Careers in Law

Click here: The Beginner's Guide to a Career in Law 2026

 

Careers in the NHS

The NHS Careers Untapped programme is a free initiative created by a group of London NHS organisations and NHS England to inspire young people aged 13–19 to explore the wide range of careers available in healthcare. Hosted on the Healthcare Horizons website, it offers podcasts, videos, webinars, and interactive activities that highlight lesser-known NHS roles. Click here to get started: Barts Health NHS Trust

Careers at Sony Music This is an exclusive online insight event where you’ll discover what it really takes to make the music industry move. You’ll hear from Sony Music executives about their roles, their journeys, and the projects they bring to life every day. This is your chance to demystify the music business, uncover the wide range of career paths available, and learn how you could start your own journey. 📅 Wednesday, 3rd December 2025 🕕 6:00 PM –  7.00PM Click here to join: Inside the Beat: Careers at Sony Music - Pathway CTM

 

Year 10 Taster Day - Peter Symonds College

 

Year 10 pupils have been given the opportunity to attend an open day at Peter Symonds College on Tuesday 22 or 23 June 2026.  The purpose of the open day is to provide an insight into what it would be like to attend a 6th Form College and for pupils to find out about the range of courses on offer.

If you would like your child to attend, please complete the permission request via Arbor Parent Portal.  In addition, pupils must register and select the programme for the day by following the link:

https://apply.psc.ac.uk/year10

Please note that the deadline for registration is March 2026.  Requests to take part submitted after this date will not be accepted.

Pupils will need to make their own transport arrangements in order to attend Peter Symonds, and they will be expected to wear full school uniform.  Members of staff from Danebury School will be on hand throughout the day and will provide supervision at break and lunch time.

Please see the attached flyer for further information about the open day.  If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Ablett via email at ablettj@danebury.hispmat.org.