Progression Events and Initiatives

Our Progression Guidance Department runs a dedicated programme of events and activities throughout the year to help students make informed choices about their future. There are also events for parents and carers to find out about the opportunities available and how they can best support their young people.

3 student holding university prospectus' they have picked up at HE Day.

Our progression initiatives include:

  • Higher Education Day – unique to Esher Sixth Form College, this event invites representatives from more than 90 universities. In the morning, there is a programme of specialist subject seminars followed by a carousel of activities, including a visit to the HE Fair and advice on how to choose a university and course. In the evening, we invite students and parents to discuss HE options further with college and university speakers about the application process.
  • Bookable career advice discussions – 1:1 sessions with a member of the Careers & Progression team.
  • Regular Progression Bulletins – detailing latest career advice, university open days and part time job opportunities.
  • Gap Year Fair – students can explore the many opportunities available from companies and charities.
  • Employment Seekers and Apprenticeships Information Evening – with presentations from external speakers.
  • The Internship – a virtual 3-day work experience opportunity with input from leading industry speakers.
  • After Esher Day – offers two options for 6.1 students. For those thinking about university, there is help with completing your UCAS application. While for students seeking employment or an apprenticeship, we offer a complete mock assessment centre exercise.
  • Unifrog – Students and their parents have unlimited access to a ‘destinations platform’ called Unifrog. Unifrog enables students to research career, apprenticeship and university course options; identify skills and experiences; draft CVs and personal statements and receive feedback from teachers and tutors. Unifrog can be used for up to 3 years after a student leaves Esher Sixth Form College.
  • CV and Personal Statement Writing Workshops – expert advice on how to create the right impression from the start
  • Career lunches and subject seminars – throughout the year invited speakers come and share their career stories and inform students about careers and university degree courses.