Greater Manchester Higher
GM Higher – Greater Manchester Higher is a collaboration of universities and further education colleges from across the region working together to provide impartial information, advice and guidance about higher education. gmhigher.ac.uk
Parent and Carers Guide
GM Higher Links
Parent/Carer talks (Y10/11)
https://gmhigher.ac.uk/events/parent-carer-talks-y10-11/
30-minute online session
Development level activity
The presentation will provide greater emphasis around the importance of post-16 decision making and the role of parents and carers in supporting learners to achieve their goals. Parents will have the opportunity to chat informally with a member of the team following the talk.
Why HE? – presentation (year 10-11)
https://gmhigher.ac.uk/events/why-he/
30-minute online session.
Provides a more detailed look at higher education pathways, including degree apprenticeships, and how these can be informed by decisions at age 16.
HE Uncovered- presentation (year 8-9)
>https://gmhigher.ac.uk/events/he-uncovered/
30-minute online session
Introductory level activity.
Introduces the learner to higher education and links to the importance of GCSE subject choices and attainment as a gateway to success.
Study Skills – workshop (year 10-11)
https://gmhigher.ac.uk/events/study-skills-workshop/
30-minute online session.
Development level activity.
This session will help learners to develop effective study strategies including managing their time and distractions, note-taking and self-reflection, supporting them to feel more confident in the classroom.
If you would like to book any of these please go on to the link provided and express your interest through the booking form in these links.
