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@StanwellSchool - 20:32 PM - 8 Oct 2025

Our German exchange pupils from Y9+Y10 enjoyed showing their partners Barry Island's coastal paths and all the attractions of a typical British seaside town in the Sonnenschein. Wunderschön! pic.twitter.com/Bbfxxu7vZm— Stanwell MFL () October 8, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 20:19 PM - 8 Oct 2025

Y8 Football⚽️ A comprehensive performance this evening sees our Y8 football team progress through to the next round of the . It was pleasing to have 6 different goal scorers with a special mention for Claudia with her second half hat-trick🔥⚽️🔶🔷 pic.twitter.com/cXGzagJSHm— Stanwell School PE () October 8, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 14:27 PM - 8 Oct 2025

We have been so impressed with the standard of entries for the Shwmae Logo Competition this year that we've put together a new display opposite G16. The pupils have all worked so hard and are delighted that their work is on display for everyone to see— Stanwell_School () Oct 8, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 11:20 AM - 8 Oct 2025

Well done to our boys for their fantastic effort and determination in last evening’s cross country competition at Bromorgannwg School. We are proud of their achievements – they represented our school brilliantly. Our next competition will be in Brecon. Details to follow soon 👟🏃🏽 pic.twitter.com/65MBJ23jgC— Stanwell School PE () October 8, 2025
Colorfoto will be in school on 17th October to take photos of any pupil in year 7,9 and 12 that may have missed it earlier this term.— Stanwell_School () Oct 8, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 10:45 AM - 8 Oct 2025

@StanwellSchool - 09:56 AM - 8 Oct 2025

Our KS3,4 and 5 linguists welcomed visitors to the Languages department at Open Day for craft activities. We made Schultüten (school cones) which German pupils receive on their first day of primary school. Fantastisch! pic.twitter.com/GrZ1tE4u56— Stanwell MFL () October 8, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 09:47 AM - 8 Oct 2025

Visitors to Stanwell's Languages department had lots of creative fun at Open Day. The 3D Tour Eiffel 🗼 and Notre Dame stained glass windows were magnifique! pic.twitter.com/36Wp6lLB1N— Stanwell MFL () October 8, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 19:51 PM - 7 Oct 2025

Thanks to all who came to our open day this evening.— Stanwell_School () Oct 7, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 19:50 PM - 7 Oct 2025

Thank you to all who came to our open day this evening.— Stanwell_School () Oct 7, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 14:40 PM - 7 Oct 2025

Open day!!! Come and visit us in the dining hall to discuss the many sporting opportunities that we have to offer at Stanwell. pic.twitter.com/GHqGi8Y6fN— Stanwell School PE () October 7, 2025
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University Guidance

Applying for Higher Education

Choosing to go to university and which one to apply to is a very exciting and important decision for a Year 12 student. At the start of Year 13 students are allocated to a personal tutor who will support sixth formers with advice, give feedback on the personal statement and write the school reference. In the summer term of Year 12 we hold a higher education day during which students are guided through the application process on the UCAS website, given advice on how to choose universities and course, and they have a personal statement workshop.

Sixth form students have the following assemblies/ presentations related to higher education:

  • Preparing for the future (autumn term Year 12)
  • Why go to university? (Birmingham University - spring term Year 12)
  • Personal Statements (Exeter University - refresher presentation - autumn term Year 13)
  • Interview Preparation (Cardiff University - autumn term Year 13)
  • Making the right choice (spring term Year 13)
  • Preparing for University (Exeter University - spring term Year 13)
  • Finance and Budgeting (SFW - spring term Year 13)

Students will also be invited to a dedicated Google classroom each year, which gives them access to various resources and support and guidance for the different aspects of higher education decision-making and applications. A few useful websites to support students are included below. These are designed to assist with the planning and preparation prior to formal application.

UCAS - UCAS is the university admissions website where students can search for courses and research universities and cities.

University Open Days - Here students will find a calendar of all the university Open Days.

Russell Group Universities  - The top 24 research-led universities in the UK. Many Stanwell students obtain places to study at them. If students are considering applying to Oxford or Cambridge then thorough research is essential as  there are often very specific course requirements.

Medicine - Students thinking of applying for Medicine should visit the link which provides some useful information about the application process. 

Student Finance Wales - University can be expensive and it is important for students and their families to determine costs incurred beforehand. The following link provides useful guidance for families and students about financing courses, as well as the various financial support available. 

Unistats - This site aims to help students make an informed choice about which UK university or college to apply to. It includes all sorts of data including the National Student Survey.