CGA Sixth Form Law Support Programme

Arrive with a dream, leave with a future as a law professional.

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S U P P O RT P R O G R A M M E

YOUR PERFECT PREPARATION FOR A CAREER IN LAW

At Clapton we provide outstanding work experience and opportunities for students aspiring to a career in law. We understand the competitive nature of this career path and provide our students with one-toone personal statement support and the opportunity to network with legal professionals to ensure they stand out and impress universities.

We place high importance on practical skills and work experience, so our students are prepared for university, apprenticeships and the working world. Through entry into competitive internships and opportunities to network with professionals, students at Clapton Girls’ Academy leave with impressive transferable skills and a standout personal statement.

2017 GRADUATES WHO APPLIED FOR LAW AND LAW RELATED COURSES

37% CITY UNIVERSITY (TOP 40)

18% UNIVERSITY OF EXETER/SUSSEX (TOP 40 & RUSSELL GROUP)

18% UNIVERSITY OF LAW

9% GREENWICH UNIVERSITY

9% BRUNEL UNIVERSITY

9% LONDON SOUTH BANK

ACTIVITIES, OPPORTUNITIES AND TRAINING YEAR 12 ACCESS PROJECT – LINKLATERS INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM (TWO YEAR PROGRAMME) Professionals from Linklaters Law Firm provide one-to-one tutoring and professional advice for students over a two year programme.

Students will be assigned to a professional who has a degree in the field they are interested in.

SOCIAL MOBILITY FOUNDATION PROGRAMME (TWO YEAR PROGRAMME) Students are given the opportunity to attend competitive internships and receive university application support and skills sessions.

Completion of the programme can lead to a reduced offer at selected universities.

K+ PROGRAMME IN LAW – (TWO YEAR PROGRAMME) Students are provided with a mentor who is studying in the field of law and can give advice and support on applications and careers. Completion of the programme unlocks a reduced offer to study at King’s College London.

THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS – (ONE WEEK PROGRAMME) Work experience incorporating a timetable of events at prestigious law firms in the City of London.

Students gain valuable experience and networking experiences in a range of sectors in law. In the past students participated in experiences as barristers from Hardwicke Chambers and lawyers from top city law firms.

HACKNEY 100 – PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS (ONE YEAR PROGRAMME) Paid work experience and internships in business build students’ confidence and transferable skills.

YEAR 13 PERSONAL STATEMENT SUPPORT The sixth form team provide one-toone support to ensure students create a well-crafted, standout university application.

INTO UNIVERSITY – INTERVIEW SUPPORT Into University provides advice on interviews and how to get in to the top 40 universities.

CLAPTON GIRL BIOS DESTINATION

Law at University of Exeter A level results: Sociology: B History: B English Literature: A GCSEs: Dance: B Maths: B Science: A Drama: A Spanish: A English Literature: A English Language: A Religious Studies: A History: A