Flint High School students explore future paths at Edge Hill University

News and Info from Deeside, Flintshire, North Wales

This article is old - Published: Sunday, Oct 6th, 2024

Sixth formers from a Flintshire high school attended a university open event to gain a taste of university life and learn about some of the options open to them post sixth form.

The students from Flint High School visited the Higher Education Exhibition at Edge Hill University, Liverpool which aims to give students an opportunity to speak to representatives from different higher education institutions, apprenticeship providers and employers from around the UK about the various pathways that are available.

Students also took advantage of the optional information talks covering everything from choosing a university to UCAS, personal statements and student finance.

Anna Smith, sixth form supervisor, accompanied the students on the visit. She said: ”The event was fantastic! It was so helpful for students to be able to ask questions, discuss their plans and receive invaluable advice from so many professionals. This is the first of several visits we have planned for our sixth formers over the coming months which we hope will help them as they navigate their next steps.

Tours of the campus were led by current university students, giving the sixth formers a chance to talk to them about their experiences of university and student life.

Freya Allen said: “We felt so welcomed by Edge Hill University and I now feel extremely excited for my university journey.”

With the upcoming open evening on 17th October, several Flint High School sixth formers will be on hand to help prospective students and their families learn more about the exciting courses and experiences the school has to offer, as well as its excellent pastoral care and support.

The event opens at 5.30pm, with a welcome talk by Sam Harbour, head of sixth form, and closes at 7.30pm. Prospectuses will be available and there will be an opportunity to visit departments for A level subjects over both sites, Flint High School and St Richard Gwyn Catholic High School, for which transport will be provided. For further information, please call the school on 01352 732268.