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Bolder Futures
Preparing Students for Life Beyond School
At Bolder Academy, we are proud to offer our Sixth Form students a unique and forward-thinking personal development programme: Bolder Futures. Exclusive to our school, this programme is designed to equip students in both Year 12 and Year 13 with essential life skills, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities of life after school.
Across both year groups, students benefit from:
- Touch Typing Lessons – Typing fluency is a vital skill in both education and the workplace. Whether drafting essays or learning to code, proficient typing enables greater productivity and long-term efficiency.
- The Inspiring Digital Enterprise Award (iDEA) – An internationally recognised programme that develops students' digital, enterprise and employability skills through interactive online challenges. By earning industry-valued badges and awards, students enhance their CVs and broaden their career opportunities.
In Year 12, students also complete two Open Learning courses:
- Understanding Mortgages – A practical course developed with MoneySavingExpert.com that explores the UK mortgage market. Students learn how to make informed decisions about borrowing and managing mortgages, with insights from both the borrower’s and lender’s perspectives.
- Revision and Examinations – This course equips students with strategies to maximise revision effectiveness, manage time efficiently, and approach exams with confidence.
In Year 13, students receive tailored support for their next steps:
- UCAS Application Guidance – Students work closely with their Year 13 tutors and the school's Careers Advisor to navigate the university application process and prepare for life in higher education or employment.
The Bolder Futures programme is a cornerstone of our commitment to holistic education—empowering students not only to achieve academic success but to thrive beyond the classroom.
