What is Future Forward?
Through a lively combination of drama, comedy, music and dance students explore the variety of options available to students after GCSEs. Sessions demystify the array of courses and qualifications and signpost directions for help, support and guidance. Whether their future lies in vocational learning, higher education or in seeking a job with training Future Forward performances offer the opportunity to explore solutions and make informed choices.
Sessions are delivered by Performances in Education (PIE), theatre in education specialists as whole year group assemblies for year 8. Performances are fully funded by the University of Hertfordshire Widening Access Team.
For more information about PIE and their performances visit their website.
Testimonials
The acting was funny and it was enjoyable.
Barnwell Student
I enjoyed it because it was engaging/funny and super helpful, thank you.
Stanborough Student
I enjoyed finding out i could to practical work and classroom work
Marriotts Student
I enjoyed the comedy and interactive parts and how easy it was to understand, I learnt lots and feel more comfortable thinking about my future
Laureate Student
I enjoyed how there was a play rather than just a presentation so it was fun
Astley Cooper Student
Bookings
Performances usually take place in the Autumn term in October/November. Schools will be contacted by their designated Widening Access Officer in the Summer term beforehand to begin booking in dates. Please be aware performances are popular so dates are often booked up quickly. To ensure you are able to have your preferred date please respond to emails as soon as is possible.
Routes to University
In this Aspire Higher animation follow the different paths students can take post-16 that lead to Higher Education including A levels, BTECs/T levels and apprenticehsips.