From 7 May 2024, North East Ambition is a project of the North East Combined Authority. Find out more at northeast-ca.gov.uk/north-east-lep
We’ve brought together information on all the options for young people who are finishing year 11, so you can help your students find out about the full range of opportunities available to them.
Watch our handy overview video and explore the links below to find out more about each of the post-16 options.
To find out more about the labour market in the North East, and what opportunities might be available, visit our Secondary Benchmark 2 toolkit.
Find out more about T-levels, hear from learners and employers about their experiences and where you can develop your knowledge about this exciting new technical education pathway.
Understand who traineeships are best suited to and why they are a stepping stone to an apprentice or a job.
More information on vocational qualifications, including BTECs and NVQs.
Find out more about this ‘learn while you earn’ option, hear from learners and employers about their experiences and where to find apprenticeship opportunities
Visit the toolkit an explore information for parents and carers
Hear from young people who have used A Levels to progress on to university, apprenticeships and the world of work.
Find out more about employment.