Ensure all young people, whatever their different
abilities and interests, leave the system with confidence, ambition
and the skills to succeed and the skills the economy
needs
Policy : politicians must deliver an education
system which prepares young people for life, not just to pass
exams. Education must develop practical and problem-solving skills
and the ability to work with others - skills which are useful at
work, at home and in the community.
Practice : employability and life skills need
to be given priority at every stage of education - schools, further
and higher education and apprenticeships. Young people should have
opportunities to find out first-hand about careers, courses and
apprenticeships.
Perception : teachers and parents often have a
limited understanding of the labour market. They need more and
better information about careers to help them give young people the
right advice
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