Guidance is etched into the fibre of the school community and the pastoral needs of students at St. Raphaela’s. School Management, Year Heads, Class Tutors and Teachers collaborate to promote a whole school approach to guidance. Within this support network, the Guidance Department plays an integral role in the lives of students throughout their 5-6 years at St. Raphaela’s. Students are offered support, guidance and advice in three main areas—Educational, Vocational and Personal. We strive to empower our students to build resilience and make informed decisions.
Educational Guidance:
Advice on subject choices—First years and TYs
Provision of Study Skills
Advice on subject levels
Assessments—CAT4s in first year & Psychometric testing in TY.
Guidance Related Learning—6-week modules in First, Second and Third Year
Vocational/Career guidance:
CAO, UCAS, EUNICAS applications
Personal Statement Writing
CV Writing
Support with HEAR/DEAR application process
Guest speakers for colleges of further education and universities
Visits to college exhibitions
One-to-one vocational interviews
Career interest inventory tests
Personal Guidance:
Wellbeing workshops
One-to-one counselling sessions with guidance counsellor
Referrals to outside agencies