For most this will mean moving on to their next stage of education, training or employment, but for those who haven’t achieved the grades they needed, or who have had a change of heart about what they would like to do, help and advice is on hand.
Hampshire County Council’s dedicated telephone and email support service from Hampshire Futures – staffed by friendly and knowledgeable careers advisers, is available today and tomorrow to answer queries and offer advice.
Councillor Steve Forster, the County Council’s Cabinet Member for Education, said:
“Firstly, I would like to congratulate those who are celebrating today and wish them the best in their future endeavours. I am also sincerely grateful to the parents, carers, and the exceptional teachers and tutors in our colleges, sixth forms, and training providers who have supported Hampshire’s young people on their path to success.
“If you didn’t get the results you were hoping for, or are not sure what to do next, there are many options available to enable you to reach your goals. Our dedicated helpline is just one way for students and their parents to talk through the options, with school and college careers advisers also standing by to support those who need to rethink their next steps.”
Hampshire Futures – how to find help:
- The Hampshire Futures exam results service, staffed by a friendly team of qualified careers advisers, will be available from 9am to 3pm on Thursday 15 and Friday 16 August and can be contacted at 03707 796 122 or via [email protected]
- Advice and information on options, including applying for higher apprenticeships, moving on to university, applying for employment, and a wide range of other careers information, can be found on the Hampshire Futures website. The site includes links to useful resources, as well as short videos on various careers advice topics, including information for young people with special educational needs who are transitioning into the workforce.
Mental wellbeing support:
- Students feeling uncertain or anxious about the future as they prepare to move on to university, employment, or other training can also find details of a range of support to look after their wellbeing on the Hampshire Futures site.
- Mental Wellbeing Hampshire provides a directory of services for families and the wider school community.
- SHOUT offers 24/7 mental health support – just text HANTS to 85258 or call Childline on 0800 1111.
Other recommended resources for parents and carers include:
- How to manage results day: 6 tips for parents in summer 2024 - BBC Bitesize
- Exam results | Family Lives
- Place2Be: guides and tips to navigate exam season.
