Information, Advice and Guidance
At Coppice we pride ourselves on supporting our young people in their learning AND planning for their future. We encourage students to “aim high” so that they can achieve their very best and reach their potential. Clearly parent's support in this is just as important in ensuring a child’s success in the future.
Did you know that a student can get £30 per week to stay on in learning after the age of 16 (EMA)?
Did you know that there is financial support to assist students going to university?
Do you know about all the new courses available – for example, Diplomas?
Do you know that if your child continues into Higher Education they will earn an average £26,000 compared to £8,000 for a school leaver?
I am sure you have lots of questions. Below is a list of useful websites which provide excellent up to date information to help students and parents in decision making about their future learning opportunities as well as general health and life support sites.
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The Wolverhampton Food Health Team is part of the Nutrition and Dietetic Service, serving the whole Wolverhampton community. Their web site includes advice on » Healthy Food » Food Health » Recipe Library » Healthy Weight and BMI » Pack a Healthy Lunch Box » Small Changes, Large Benefits » Useful Links for Healthy Eating. |
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EMA could give you up to £30 per week to help out with costs of staying in learning after 16. The money is paid directly into your bank account and can be used to pay, for example, for books, travel and equipment. You do not have to stop working part-time if you get EMA and it does not affect any benefits that you, your parents or carers receive. If you qualify, EMA payments are £10, £20 or £30 per week, depending on your household income. You can also get bonuses if you do well on your course, and meet targets set by the school. |
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This site contains information, advice and guidance about a range of Aim Higher initiatives. It is full of information for parents including information on schools and financial support. The section University and Higher Education, is an excellent source of information too. |
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This website provides 24-7 support for young people and is full of information and guidance to support students planning their next steps. There is a jobs database on there too! We have two Connexions advisors, Ian Cooper and Sarah Alldrick, available in school throughout the year. If you would like to come in and attend a meeting with your child please get in touch with Mrs K Lane, Assistant Headteacher. |
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This website helps students into Higher Education. There is a specific section for parents and students. |
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This is a web based individual learning plan – accessible with your son/daughter. This is a record with details of experiences, programmes of study, plans for the future and much, much more. |
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This advertises all the courses on offer across the Local Authority to ensure your child makes the right choices. |
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NHS Direct is available for advice on all health issues, contraception advice and access to health advisors 0845 4647
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This website offers advice for students and parents about keeping safe on the internet. |
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Freephone 0800 1111 Free helpline for children and young adults who need advice about any issue including bullying, abuse, self harm and other problems. |
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Click here for more information Base 25 offer free advise to young people on a range of issues including careers, counselling, anger management, drug/alcohol misuse and so on. Freephone 0800 073 0233 |
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www.tht.org.uk Email – info.wolverhampton@tht.org.uk 01902 711818 The Terrance Higgins Trust offers services, support and advice about a range of sexual issues, including Homosexuality and HIV. |
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Aquarius offer advice and support to people suffering from alcohol addiction. 01902 420041 |
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Freephone 0800 022 4332 for help and support giving up smoking. |
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Click here for more information The Wolverhampton Teenage Pregancy Unit offer contraceptive advice, pregnancy testing, plus advice and guidance on pregnancy choices – 01902 445330. |
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The School Nurse, Debbie Lock, is available for Drop-ins Monday lunchtimes in Mr Clifton’s Office. She is able to discuss a range of health issues. |
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The School Counsellor, Mel Riley runs Drop-ins between 1:00pm-1:30 pm in the Red Room in the Bungalow. Mel offers impartial advice and counselling about any problem a student may be experiencing. |
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