Unifrog – Your One-Stop Careers Platform

All students in Years 7–13 have access to Unifrog, an all-in-one platform designed to support their future pathways. Unifrog helps students to:

  • Explore a wide range of careers and university options
  • Compare apprenticeships, courses, and destinations
  • Build personal statements and CVs
  • Track applications and key deadlines
  • Access webinars, virtual events, and expert guidance

For Year 12 students in particular, there are some excellent opportunities currently available:

🌍 Global University Fair
The Unifrog Global Fair is a fantastic chance to explore studying at university. Students can:

  • Connect with over 30 universities from around the world
  • Take part in live Q&A sessions with university representatives
  • Join 16 webinars covering everything from applications to student life

✍️ Personal Statement Support
A dedicated Unifrog session on how to write a great personal statement – ideal for students starting their UCAS journey.

🎓 Subject Webinars Available:

  • Law
  • Psychology
  • Health-related courses
  • Business

👉 Students should log into Unifrog to sign up for all of the above opportunities.


🛒 Tesco – Stronger Starts Retail Apprenticeship

The Tesco Stronger Starts Retail Apprenticeship offers students aged 16–18 a fantastic introduction to working in retail.

  • Gain hands-on experience in a real store environment
  • Work towards a Level 2 National Standard qualification
  • Receive support from coaches, store buddies, and pastoral staff
  • Develop confidence, transferable skills, and workplace knowledge
  • Starting salary: £23,662

📅 Deadlines vary by location, so early applications are encouraged.


🌱 London Early Years Foundation – Apprenticeships (2026 Start)

The London Early Years Foundation is offering apprenticeships for students interested in a career in education.

  • Gain hands-on experience working with young children
  • Earn while learning
  • Develop skills for a rewarding career in early years education

📅 Applications are open now for a September 2026 start
⏰ Deadline: 10 July


🎨 University for the Creative Arts – YouCreate Competition

The University for the Creative Arts invites students and staff to explore the theme of “weird” in their own creative way.

  • Open to Years 7–13 and school staff
  • Entries can include: fashion, film, music, painting, photography, or writing
  • Prizes include an iPad and art supplies

📅 Deadline: 31 May

CRE8 Broxbourne – Introduction Evening & Taster Events

We are pleased to invite Year 10 & 11 students to two upcoming opportunities to learn more about CRE8 Broxbourne and our exciting post-16 creative industry pathway.

If you are creative, practical, entrepreneurial, or want a pathway that feels more engaging and future-focused, CRE8 could be the perfect next step after school.

What is CRE8?

CRE8 delivers a modern indusry-informed Level 3 Creative programme (equivalent to 3 A Levels) where students learn through real projects, practical work and portfolio building – not just sitting in classrooms.

Students develop skills linked to fast-growing modern careers such as:

🎬 Film, TV & Video Production
📸 Photography & Visual Storytelling
🎨 Graphic, Digital, Product, Fashion & Brand Design
🏠 Interior, Spatial, Architecture & Environmental Design
🎮 Game Design, Gaming, Animation, VFX & Interactive Media
📱 Social Media, Advertising & Digital Marketing
🎧 Podcasting, Audio Production, Music & Broadcasting
🎟️ Events, Travel, Tourism & Experience Industries
⚽ Sports Media, Journalism & Content Creation

This is ideal for students who want to create, design, produce and build something real.


Why Students Choose CRE8

✅ Practical learning instead of heavy exam pressure
✅ Real projects and industry-style briefs
✅ Build a portfolio for future careers
✅ Smaller learning environments with more support
✅ Learn modern skills employers value
✅ Strong progression to university, apprenticeships or employment
✅ Inspiring learning environment at Woodside Stadium


Upcoming Events

💻 Online Introduction Evening

Monday 18th May – 7:00PM

Join us online to discover:

 

  • How the course works
  • Career opportunities
  • Why CRE8 is different
  • September 2026 or 2027 entry
  • Questions & answers

 


🎬 On-Campus Taster Event

Wednesday 27th May – 6:00PM
Hertfordshire Studios, Brewery Road, Hoddesdon, EN11 8HF

Come and experience CRE8 first-hand:

 

  • Meet the team
  • Explore the environment
  • Participate in creative activities
  • See if CRE8 feels right for you

 


Register Your Place

Please complete the form below to attend:

https://forms.gle/a1JRi2C4KPLXgCBg6