Congratulations and support extended to further education students on results day

Students across the country are receiving their A level, T Level and Level 3 VTQs results today, Thursday 14 August. 

Tim Eyres, Assistant Director or Commissioning and Partnerships in Children's Services at Norfolk County Council, said, "Congratulations to all students receiving their results today, you should all be proud of what you've achieved. 

"For anyone who did not receive the grades they hoped for, please know that there is lots of support and advice available to help you consider your next steps. 

"I wish you the best of luck in the next chapter of your life, whether you have chosen to go onto university or entering the world of work." 

Every year sees students facing decisions over what to do next with a growing variety of options available for young people at 18. 

There's lots of support available to all students, whatever their grades and plans, so they can make decisions about next steps with clear advice on courses and careers. 

There's also plenty of help and advice for those who may have not done as well as expected, have changed their mind about their plans, or who don't have anything in place for September. 

• Norfolk County Council's Help You Choose website offers information and support to young people  with  the different options available to  them and advice on next steps whatever their results. The section "Choices at 18+" includes links and support with education & learning, CV writing, apprenticeship vacancies, health and wellbeing, voluntary work, work experience, information about different careers, and much more. There is also a section for parents or carers to help them understand the different options for their young person 
• UCAS offers guidance to support students through the process of securing a university place with information about insurance choices and clearing. Anyone who has just missed out on the grades they need they should contact the admissions team at their preferred university, as they may still be able to offer them a place. There are already nearly 30,000 courses available in clearing this year so there will be plenty of high-quality choices available 
• Students can find out more about education and training choices by visiting Post 18 options | National Careers Service. During the exam results period, the hub will also have key information on resits, clearing, appeals and more. Students can also chat directly to an expert adviser via webchat or by calling the National Careers Service exam results helpline on 0800 100 900 on weekdays between 8am and 8pm and Saturday 10am to 5pm
• Norfolk and Waveney's Children and Young People's Health Services Just One Norfolk website offers mental health support and helpful advice on managing anxiety