University and Careers

The Careers and Higher Education Department is your essential guide for navigating the exciting possibilities that lie ahead. Whether you envision attending a top university, pursuing a fulfilling apprenticeship, or discovering a unique career path, we provide the resources and personalized support to help you achieve your goals.

What We Offer

Individualised Guidance: Discuss your aspirations and explore tailored options during confidential, one-on-one meetings.

Informative Events:  Expand your horizons through our Futures Fair. Connect directly with university representatives, professionals from diverse fields, and discover exciting opportunities.

Valuable Resources: Access our comprehensive database of careers information, work experience placements, and our network of successful St. Peter's alumni.  

University Applications: Your Path to Success

Expert Assistance:  Refine your applications, craft a compelling personal statement, and prepare for interviews with our dedicated support.

Finding the Perfect Match: We'll help you identify universities in the UK or internationally that align with your academic interests and ambitions.

Alternative Pathways:  Explore rewarding apprenticeships and direct-entry employment options alongside traditional university routes.

Exploring Diverse Career Paths

Discover Your Potential:  Gain valuable insights into your strengths and career interests through Morrisby Testing (for Fifth Form pupils).

Real-World Experience:  Enhance your skills and gain practical knowledge through supported work experience placements. 

Broadening Your Horizons:  Learn about apprenticeships, gap years, school leaver programs, and the wide array of fulfilling career paths available to you.

Sixth Form Support

Unifrog Access: Explore universities, apprenticeships, and career options with this powerful online platform.

UCAS & Apprenticeship Guidance: Get expert assistance with navigating applications, writing personal statements, and preparing for interviews.

Exploring Entrepreneurship:  Discover resources and mentorship opportunities if you're interested in starting your own venture.

Early Applications: Receive specialised support for competitive applications to medicine, dentistry, and Oxbridge courses.

Get Involved! (Note for Parents and Employers)

We value the power of collaboration. Offer your expertise, provide a work experience opportunity, or become a mentor to inspire the next generation. Contact us at [email protected] to learn how you can contribute. (Our Careers Education and Guidance Policy, including our Careers Provider Access Policy, is available on our Policies page.)

Resources

Careers Department Middle School Pupil and Parent Handbook

Careers Department Sixth Form and Beyond Handbook

To find out more about Careers and Higher Education at St Peter's School, please contact;

Mrs Joy Loftus, Head of Careers and Education:

• [email protected]
• +44(0) 1904 527337

Mrs Kaeli Wishart, Head of Careers and Education:

• [email protected] 
• +44(0) 1904 527393

Mrs Becky Spink, Careers Assistant:

• [email protected]
• +44(0) 1904 527337