SUN Spotlight: Supporting Students with their Post-16 Choices

About this Session
Choosing a post-16 pathway can be a significant decision for young people and their families. This session explores the range of academic, vocational and technical options available after Year 11 and considers how schools and colleges can support students to make informed decisions. You will gain useful insights and practical guidance to help students identify the pathway that best suits their interests, aspirations and future goals.

Key Takeaways:

• Explore the full range of post-16 pathways
• Understand factors influencing student decision-making
• Build confidence in supporting progression conversations

About the SUN CPD Programme 2026-27

• The Southern Universities Network (SUN) CPD Programme offers a range of free professional development opportunities for colleagues working across education and student support.
• This year's programme brings together expert speakers and experienced practitioners to explore some of the key issues affecting learners today, from supporting specific student groups and improving wellbeing, to helping young people navigate their next steps in education and employment.
  
• Our training is suitable for school and college staff, including teachers, senior leaders, pastoral teams, governors, careers and administrative staff, as well as university colleagues working in recruitment, outreach, teaching and student support roles, and local authority staff working within education services.
  
• Each session is designed to provide practical ideas, useful insights and opportunities to learn from others across the sector.Whether you're working directly with learners or helping shape institutional practice, we hope you'll leave with knowledge and approaches that can be applied within your own role and setting

For more information, please visit https://www.sunoutreach.org/ or email sun@soton.ac.uk