Post 16 Pathways
Post 16 Pathways
The National Qualifications Framework
Students and parents need to be aware of the National Qualification framework. Each accredited qualification fits into one of the levels and at the end of KS4, students will apply for either:
Foundation/Entry Level.
Level 1 (equivalent to 4 grades 3 at GCSE or equivalent qualification eg BTEC )
Level 2 (equivalent to 5 grades 4/5 at GCSE or equivalent qualification eg BTEC or Intermediate Apprenticeship)
Level 3 (equivalent to A levels or equivalent qualification eg BTEC or Advanced Apprenticeship.
In practice the vast majority of our students in year 11 will apply for level 3 qualifications depending on their grade predictions and we hope that this will be to continue their learning journey at Ashlawn. You cannot apply for a level 3 qualification if you have not reached the requirements for level 2. In practice, most post 16 institutions will consider this to be 5 grades 4/5 or equivalent usually including English and Maths.
It is worth noting that A levels are only some of the level 3 qualifications available to students. BTECs level 3, as well as Advanced Apprenticeships, are also recognised level 3 qualifications and there are many others. Generally, completion of level 3 qualifications will give access to higher education.
Ashlawn staff will do their utmost to guide students through the process, they will signpost students to information they will need, but it is each student’s responsibility to act on the advice given, to do research and of course to make appropriate choices.
Post 16 Application Process at Ashlawn
The school will work with local 6th forms and colleges to support all students post 16 application process. Every year 11 student will have the opportunity to receive a careers interview with prospects prior to making their post 16 choices.
