Careers Support 

At Cartmel Priory School, we want every student to feel confident about their next steps.

We provide a strong careers programme that helps young people explore their interests, understand their options, and prepare for life after Year 11.

Students learn about college courses, apprenticeships, training routes, and the world of work through lessons, employer encounters and guidance interviews. Our aim is simple; to make sure every student leaves us ready for the next stage of their education or training, with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.

Further sources of support are as follows: 

Cartmel Priory School Accessit - available through the library page of our school website 

Cumbria Careers Hub - Careers Conversations

Application Deadlines for Sixth Form and College places - Applications Deadlines for Sept 26 start

College Open Events -  2026 College Open & Apprenticeship Events 

National Careers Service - Careers advice, job profiles, skills assessments, and post‑16 options.

Apprenticeships - Information on apprenticeships, pathways, and how to apply.

UCAS - Post 16 and 18 Options - University, apprenticeships, T Levels and careers advice.