This booklet has been produced for the cohort of young people who have entered year 7 in September 2009. They are the first who will all be required to continue their education or training until 18.
This booklet is intended to explain this change, outline the options for learning and support, and to help smooth the transition from Primary to Secondary.
Assembly plans and lesson plans to support Moving Up are also available to download. October 2009http://publications.everychildmatters.gov.uk/default.aspx?PageFunction=productdetails&PageMode=publications&ProductId=DCSF-00826-2009&
HMRC has published a new online resource for students. It contains interactive modules to teach young people about taxation and why it matters to them – games, video facts, quizzes, help, questions, answers, lesson plans and glossary. Visit www.taxmatters.hmrc.gov.uk
www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance , which gives useful background information on Bursaries and Scholarships and provides a link to a 'Bursary Map'.
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/EducationAndLearning/UniversityAndHigherEducation/StudentFinance/ApplyingForFinance-NewStudents/DG_10034854