Careers Polices, Evaluation and Destinations
Sir Christopher Hatton Academy regularly reviews and evaluates the impact of its careers programme to ensure it continues to meet the needs of students and reflects local and national employment opportunities.
We evaluate our careers provision through a range of measures including:
- Compass+ self-evaluation against the Gatsby Benchmarks
- Student voice surveys following careers events and activities
- Employer and provider feedback from careers days and employer encounters
- Destination data tracking students’ progression after Year 11 and Sixth Form
- Regular review of our careers programme as part of the academy’s strategic planning
This evaluation helps ensure that our careers programme continues to provide meaningful experiences, relevant guidance and strong preparation for students’ future pathways.
Careers Policy
Our Careers Policy outlines the academy’s approach to delivering Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) across all year groups.
The policy explains:
- Our vision for careers education
- How careers is embedded across the curriculum
- How students access careers guidance
- How the programme supports students at key transition points
Download the policy here: Careers Policy
Provider Access Policy
In line with Provider Access Legislation, schools must ensure that students have opportunities to hear from providers of technical education and apprenticeships.
Our Provider Access Policy explains:
- How education and training providers can access students
- The opportunities available for providers to work with the school
- How the academy complies with statutory guidance
Download the policy here: Provider Access
Careers Strategy
The Academy’s Careers Strategy outlines our long-term vision and strategic plan for careers education.
This document includes:
- The Academy’s careers vision and priorities
- The structure of the careers programme from Year 7 to Year 13
- Labour market information and local context
- Strategic development priorities for careers education
Download the strategy here:
Strategic Careers Plan
Gatsby Benchmark Evaluation
Sir Christopher Hatton Academy uses the Compass+ evaluation tool provided by the Careers & Enterprise Company to assess the quality of our careers programme against the eight Gatsby Benchmarks of Good Career Guidance.
This evaluation helps us:
- Review the effectiveness of our careers programme
- Identify areas for improvement
- Ensure all students have access to meaningful careers experiences
Destination Data
Each year the Academy reviews student destination data to understand the pathways students take after leaving Sir Christopher Hatton Academy.
This data includes:
- post-16 destinations after Year 11
- post-18 destinations after Sixth Form
- progression into further education, employment or apprenticeships
This information helps us evaluate the impact of our careers programme and ensure students are well prepared for their next steps.