Progression Framework

In order to support you with your careers strategies, we have identified the Gatsby Benchmarks our activities are linked to and have produced a framework of learning objectives that highlights the key messages in our activities.

Introductory Phase (Year 7-9)

Learning Outcomes	LO1: Learner understands the range of progression pathways available to them	LO2: Learner understands how their skills and current studies will affect their progression to their chosen career	LO3: Learner develops the necessary independent learning skills for their current and future studies	LO4: Learner understands what HE is, the learning environment, the opportunities for personal development, and lifestyles	LO5: Learner understands the financial support available in HE	LO6: Learner understands how to apply to university and how to make a successful application
Gatsby Benchmarks	2, 7	2, 7	2, 4, 7	2, 7	2, 7	2, 7
P2S Framework Activity	Year 7 Experience Day Year 8 Why Go to University? Year 9 Progression Pathways	Year 8 Why Go to University? Year 9 Progression Pathways	Year 9 Progression Pathways	Year 7 Experience Day Year 8 Why Go to University?	Year 9 Progression Pathways	Year 7 Experience Day Year 8 Why Go to University?
Activities should enable learners to:	Have knowledge of the educational ladder and HE Understand the benefits of HE and challenge associated myths	Understand how current and future studies can support future career aspirations	Understand what transferrable skills are Recognise how skills, qualities and qualifications are linked to progression	Recognise that there is financial support available in HE Understand the importance of budgeting and managing money	Understand the importance of qualifications and experience in order to progress to HE	Recognise the similarities and differences between school/college and university

Developmental Phase (Year 10-11)

Learning outcomes	LO1: Learner understands what HE is and the benefits	LO2: Learner understands the range of options available to them	LO3: Learner understands how their skills and current studies will affect their progression to their chosen career	LO4: Learner understands the financial support available in HE	LO5: Learner understands how to apply to university and how to make a successful application	LO6: Learner understands how the learning environment and lifestyle may be different at university
Gatsby benchmarks	2, 7	2, 7	2, 4, 7	7	7	7
P2S framework activity	Year 10 Experience Day Year 10 Residential Summer School Year 10 HE Can HE and careers fairs	Year 10 Experience Day Year 10 Residential Summer School Year 10 HE Can	Year 10 Experience Day Year 10 Residential Summer School Year 10 HE Can Year 10 Think, Reflect, Succeed Year 11 Wellbeing Works	Year 10 Experience Day Year 10 Residential Summer School Year 10 HE Can	Year 10 Experience Day Year 10 Residential Summer School Year 10 HE Can HE and careers fairs	Year 10 Experience Day Year 10 Residential Summer School Year 10 HE Can
Activities should enable learners to:	Have knowledge of how HE can support their future career aspirations	Develop their understanding of the range of options available to them after Year 11 Have the knowledge to make an informed decision about their chosen pathway	Develop strategies to learn independently to support their attainment Develop key skills to support with their revision and time management	Have knowledge of the financial support available at university Develop their budgeting skills and recognise the importance of managing money	Have knowledge about how to apply to different educational institutions Understand the skills and experience they need to gain ahead of applying to HE	Be able to explain the differences between school/college and university Be able to explain key skills they will need to develop at university

Consolidation Phase (Year 12-13)

Learning outcomes	LO1: Learner understands what HE is and the benefits	LO2: Learner understands the range of options available to them	LO3: Learner understands how their skills and current studies will affect their progression to their chosen career	LO4: Learner understands the financial support available in HE	LO5: Learner understands how to apply to university and how to make a successful application	LO6: Learner understands how the learning environment and lifestyle may be different at university
Gatsby benchmarks	2, 7	2, 7	2, 4, 7	7	7	7
P2S framework activity	Year 12 Information Day EPQ Information Days	Year 12 Information Day EPQ Information Days	Year 12 Information Day EPQ Information Days Year 12/13 Wellbeing Works Year 12 Think, Reflect, Succeed	Year 12 Information Day EPQ Information Days Finance: Facts and Figures	Year 12 Information Day UCAS and Personal Statements	Year 12 Information Day Visit our library Finance: Facts and Figures
Activities should enable learners to:	Be able to justify the benefits for an individual to study in higher education	Have a confident understanding of the most appropriate route, course and institution relevant to them	Develop independent learning skills that will help them to succeed at university Be confident in their own revision techniques and ability to manage their time effectively	Have a confident understanding of financial support available to them in HE, including student finance Have knowledge of how to budget and manage their money effectively	Be able to write a successful personal statement and UCAS application	Be able to choose a HEI where the learning environment is tailored to their individual requirements