KESH Training Providers & Colleges Portal
Opportunities for Collaboration and Access
At King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy, we are committed to ensuring our students in Years 8–13 are fully informed about the complete range of post-16 and post-18 pathways available to them. This includes technical education routes, T-Levels, and apprenticeships, alongside traditional academic options.
We warmly welcome colleges, universities, and apprenticeship training providers to our campus to speak directly with our students and help them explore their next steps.
Provider Access Legislation (PAL) & Compliance
We fully comply with the statutory Provider Access Legislation (Baker Clause), which guarantees colleges, universities, and apprenticeship training providers the opportunity to speak directly to our students in Years 8–13 about technical education and apprenticeships.
Our comprehensive policy details exactly how we schedule these visits, who to contact, and our facilities.
Key Opportunities for Provider Engagement
We run structured events and activities throughout the academic year where providers can meet and speak with our cohorts:
The Annual KESH "Futures Fair" (Every September): Our flagship careers event. A prime opportunity for colleges, universities, and apprenticeship providers to host an exhibition stand and speak with our Year 12 and Year 13 students.
Assembly Slots: Deliver a 15–20 minute presentation to specific year groups (Years 8–13) about your institution, courses, or training pathways.
National Careers Week & National Apprenticeship Week: Key focus weeks in our academic calendar where we host panel discussions, workshops, and provider Q&A sessions.
Requesting Access: How to Arrange a Visit
If you are a training provider or higher education representative wishing to collaborate or speak with our students, please use our quick enquiry form to share your ideas.
What we will ask in the form:
1. Your organisation name, sector, and key contact details.
2. The pathways or opportunities you would like to raise awareness of (e.g., T-Levels, Apprenticeships, Higher Education).
3. A brief overview of how you would like to collaborate (e.g., attending our annual Futures Fair, delivering an assembly, or hosting a workshop).
Once you submit the form, our Careers & Destinations Lead, Mr Jensen, will be in touch directly to discuss our academy calendar and how we can best coordinate a visit to fit our students' needs.
Contact Details
If you would prefer to discuss your ideas directly or have a bespoke proposal, please feel free to reach out directly to our team:
Careers & Destinations Lead: Mr Jensen
Email: m.jensen@kesh.kevibham.org
Academy Phone number: 0121 647 2471
