College & Careers

Key Stage 4

Click here for: College Open Events

College Application Deadlines

Queen Mary’s College – July 2027

Peter Symonds College – 7th December 2026

Andover College – July 2027

Sparsholt College – July 2027

BCOT – Christmas 2026

Eastleigh College – Christmas 2026

South Wilts Grammar School Sixth Form – January 2027
Salisbury Sixth Form – 31st January 2027
Barton Peveril College – 13th February 2027

Wiltshire College – 13th February 2027

Bishop Wordworth Sixth Form – 25th February 2027

Brockenhurst College – 28th February 2027

Newbury College – 28th February 2027

Careers & After Danebury

What if you didn't have to plan your entire future - just your next step?

Join three speakers for a 60 minute panel session as they share the real stories behind their career journeys. Not the perfectly planned versions. Not the straight-line success stories. But the moments of uncertainty, pressure, setbacks, confidence, and discovery that shaped where they are today.

Click here to register

Apprenticeships

Click here for an introduction to Apprenticeships - https://vimeo.com/1132491454?fl=pl&fe=sh

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/

How to prepare an apprenticeship application: https://careers.goconstruct.org/individuals

Three great websites to help you write a cover letter:

https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice/covering-letter

https://barclayslifeskills.com/i-want-help-applying-for-jobs/school/how-to-write-a-cracking-cover-letter/

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/cvs-and-cover-letters/cover-letters/

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

Behind the Camo gives a real, honest look at life in the British Army. The 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 this episode, they explore the Army’s core roles in defence, peacekeeping, and humanitarian missions, brought to life through personal stories from serving soldiers.

Behind the CAMO

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

British Army Insights – A Guide for Parents & Guardians

This online session is designed to give parents clarity and confidence about the opportunities the British Army offers young people.

Why it matters:
Recent research with over 600 parents and guardians revealed:

Only 27% feel fully confident supporting their child through the application process.
Nearly half (49%) want to attend an online session and receive resources about Army apprenticeships.

What parents will gain:

A real look at life in today’s Army, including roles, training, and qualifications.
Inspiring stories from those with lived experience, plus practical advice and Q&A time.
Insights into how the Army helps young people build confidence, resilience, and valuable life skills — all while earning and learning.

Bonus: Attendees receive a FREE downloadable resource to help support their child’s career choices.

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

Careers with NATS

https://www.nats.aero/careers/engineering/engineering-entry-level/

Discover a career in biomedical science

Curious about a career in science and healthcare? Find out where biomedical science could take you.

6pm – 7pm GMT 24th November 2026

Discover a career in biomedical science

Get careers information and advice

Get support at every stage of your career. You can get help with making career decisions, getting a job or progressing in your role.

https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk

Year 10 Taster Day - Peter Symonds College

Year 10 pupils will be given the opportunity to attend an open day at Peter Symonds College on Tuesday 22nd June 2027. The purpose of the open day is to provide an insight into what it would be like to attend the 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 (Opens at 9am on Monday 11th January 2027)

Please note that the deadline for registration is 12th March 2027. 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 a blettj@danebury.hispmat.org.