Education Supplement 2020

NEWBURY NEWS EDUCATION SUPPLEMENT

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Secure your future at BCOT

IF you or someone you know is considering your next steps after leaving school or college, Basingstoke College of Technology (BCoT) promises to give you the secure your future career. Having seamlessly adapted to remote and online learning during the Covid-19 pandemic, and with a host of new safety measures in place from September 2020, BCoT is a secure and safe environment to study this year. Situated in the heart of Basingstoke, the college has a wide range of full-time courses across a range of levels and is also one of the largest apprenticeship providers in the region, offering more than 60 different training programmes. Instead of traditional classroom- based learning, studying at BCoT gives you the opportunity to learn at the forefront of education technology from industry experts. Recognised as one of the leading colleges in the UK for its use of digital technology across all courses, BCoT offers a more ‘hands-on’, active approach to studying. Students also benefit from the opportunity to work with, and learn from, experts and specialists within their chosen industry. This combination of active learning and industry expertise plays a fundamental part of student progression and achievement at the college. Ninety-seven per cent of BCoT skills, confidence and experience you need to

APPLICATIONS FOR SEPTEMBER 2020 ARE STILL OPEN. APPLY TODAY: bcot.ac.uk/apply

There is still time to join us this September!

• Join a top UK college for digital teaching and learning* • Learn from experienced and specialist teachers • Study in modern industry-standard facilities

and the different modules within the course really helped me to secure my place at university.” There’s still time to secure your future at BCoT – apply now for a full-time course or apprenticeship. To find out more and get further information on the expert teaching on offer from industry-standard lecturers, unrivalled employer links and industry placement opportunities, visit bcot.ac.uk

students progress to university, employment or further study so you can be reassured that progression and academic achievement is possible with the technical skills qualifications the college offers. Former student Elly Welburn is just one example. After studying a Level 3 Sports course at BCoT, Elly is now studying sports therapy at Solent University. Elly said: “The course and my teachers [at BCoT] were great,

*BCoT is recognised as an Edtech Demonstrator College 2020, by the Department for Education.

JOIN US IN SEPTEMBER

Kennet School An Outstanding Academy VIRTUAL TOUR OF OUR SCHOOL from 17 September 2020

- quality We understand that choosing a new school for your child is a huge decision and the many factors that have to be weighed up. Throughout the process, you will be steered by an unswerving belief that your child deserves the very best. A high learning environment, of course, and a culture that embraces care, tolerance and trust. At Kennet School, we share your belief. Our aim, quite simply, is to enable every one of our pupils to grow into a responsible and fulfilled adult with the skills, qualifications and confidence to shape their futures.

Take our virtual tour (available on our website from 17 September) to witness the sheer brilliance of Kennet School for yourself!

Kennet School, Stoney Lane, Thatcham, Berkshire RG19 4LL

office@kennetschool.co.uk

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01635 862121

www.kennetschool.co.uk