Innovative information, advice and guidance: case studies

The following case studies look at how schools have successfully incorporated information, advice and guidance (IAG) into the school day.

  • Prestwich Arts College
    An integrated approach to personal and career development in the curriculum with the creation of a personal development and vocational education faculty
  • The Park Community School
    Effective teaching of careers education through tutors, lunchtime activities, record keeping and personalisation, and collaboration with local schools and colleges
  • Twynham School
    Information, advice and guidance on KS4 options and the effective use of the school’s website
  • Blackfriars Special School
    Enterprise education, linked to careers education and preparation for transition, including to HE 
  • Cramlington Community High School
    Investment of staff time into tutoring and guidance, and effective use of professional development provided by Connexions
  • Haybridge High School and Sixth Form
    A team approach to guidance, with an integrated careers education and personal development curriculum. Use of an electronic portfolio and learning plan within guidance 
  • Arden School
    Guidance at all stages of transition, linked to mentoring, career exploration skills in year 9 and professional development for all staff