Information for Young People

You have a team of people around you to help you stay safe, settle into life in England, and achieve your goals.

Support at Home	Support with Education	Other Support
Social Worker	Teacher or Tutor	Solicitor
Foster Carer or Support Worker	Designated Teacher	Interpreter
Personal Adviser (PA) if you are 18 or over	Education Adviser and Learning Mentor (Gloucestershire Virtual School)	Doctor (GP) or Nurse

If you are worried about something, have a question, or need help, speak to someone in your support team.

You have a team of people around you to help you stay safe, settle into life in England, and achieve your goals.

Support at Home	Support with Education	Other Support
Social Worker	Teacher or Tutor	Solicitor
Foster Carer or Support Worker	Designated Teacher	Interpreter
Personal Adviser (PA) if you are 18 or over	Education Adviser and Learning Mentor (Gloucestershire Virtual School)	Doctor (GP) or Nurse

If you are worried about something, have a question, or need help, speak to someone in your support team.

You are the most important person in your support circle. The people around you work together to help you learn, stay safe, feel settled, and achieve your goals.

Education in England may be different from the education system in your home country. Your support team will help you understand your options and make plans for your future.

All young people must stay in education, training or employment until they are 18. Depending on your age, English level and goals, you may attend:

School	College	Training
ESOL Courses	Apprenticeships	Employment with Training

Education in England may be different from the education system in your home country. Your support team will help you understand your options and make plans for your future.

All young people must stay in education, training or employment until they are 18. Depending on your age, English level and goals, you may attend:

School	College	Training
ESOL Courses	Apprenticeships	Employment with Training

Many young people start with ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) to improve their English skills. As your English develops, you can move on to other qualifications, college courses, apprenticeships, employment, and even university.

Your PEP (Personal Education Plan) meetings will help you plan your education and future goals. At these meetings, you can share your views, ask questions, and discuss the support you need to succeed.

New to the UK? This video explains your post-16 education options including learning English, college, training, apprenticeships and the support available to help you achieve your goals.

Many young people start with ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) to improve their English skills. As your English develops, you can move on to other qualifications, college courses, apprenticeships, employment, and even university.

Your PEP (Personal Education Plan) meetings will help you plan your education and future goals. At these meetings, you can share your views, ask questions, and discuss the support you need to succeed.

New to the UK? This video explains your post-16 education options including learning English, college, training, apprenticeships and the support available to help you achieve your goals.

Digital skills can help you in education, work and everyday life.

You may use digital skills to:

Send emails	Complete online applications	Access learning materials	Search for jobs
Manage money safely	Use online services	Stay in touch with friends and family

Building your confidence with technology can help you become more independent.

Improving Your Digital Skills

Learn My Way is a free website that helps people learn digital skills at their own pace.

Click the picture to access the website

You can learn how to:

Use a computer, phone or tablet	Send emails	Stay safe online
Access online services	Apply for jobs	Improve your digital confidence

Additional Digital Literacy support sessions are available at Gloucester Library on Fridays.

Want to find out more or attend?

Speak to your Social Worker, Tutor, Support Worker, Education Adviser or Learning Mentor. They can help you get involved.

Digital skills can help you in education, work and everyday life.

You may use digital skills to:

Send emails	Complete online applications	Access learning materials	Search for jobs
Manage money safely	Use online services	Stay in touch with friends and family

Building your confidence with technology can help you become more independent.

Improving Your Digital Skills

Learn My Way is a free website that helps people learn digital skills at their own pace.

Click the picture to access the website

You can learn how to:

Use a computer, phone or tablet	Send emails	Stay safe online
Access online services	Apply for jobs	Improve your digital confidence

Additional Digital Literacy support sessions are available at Gloucester Library on Fridays.

Want to find out more or attend?

Speak to your Social Worker, Tutor, Support Worker, Education Adviser or Learning Mentor. They can help you get involved.

Taking part in activities outside school or college is a great way to make friends, practise your English, build confidence and learn new skills.

Getting involved can help you:

Meet new people	Improve your English	Stay active and healthy
Learn new skills	Feel more confident	Feel part of your local community

You do not need to do everything at once. Start with something that interests you.

Opportunities Near You

There are lots of opportunities for young people in Gloucestershire, including:

Sports & Fitness	Learning & Support	Creativity & Community
Football	English language groups	Music activities
Basketball	Digital skills support	Community projects
Gym & fitness activities	Youth support services	Rowing
Sports clubs	Careers and wellbeing support	Social groups

Finding Activities

Our Activity Map Gloucester Resources for UASC can help you find local clubs, services and activities for young people.

If you would like to get involved in any activity, speak to your Carer, Support Worker, Social Worker, Education Adviser or Learning Mentor. They can help you find opportunities that match your interests and support you to take part.

Remember: Trying something new can feel scary at first, but joining a club, activity or community group is one of the best ways to make friends, improve your confidence and feel part of your community.