Looking Ahead
Upper School
Activities and Leadership
and productive working relationships with parents,
It’s not all work in the Sixth Form and dedicated
former parents, alumni and other friends of
time is allocated for their Service Options
Oakham, with the aim of securing the long-term
(described on page 11) and a range of sporting,
future of the School. The excellent range of facilities
cultural and social activities. Upper School students
at Oakham today is testimony to their support.
are encouraged to develop leadership roles, and
are given positions of responsibility across a range
of activities.
Careers and Higher Education
Most members of the Upper School will already
be familiar with the extensive resources of our
dedicated Careers Centre as preparation for the
future begins in the Middle School (see page 24
Looking to the Future). As part of this ongoing
programme of support, Sixth Form students
undertake work experience while the weekly ‘After
Oakham’ course with their Tutors provides further
opportunities to research courses and careers and
also covers information on the UCAS admissions
procedures, gap years, student finance and
sponsorships and adjustment to higher education.
Oakham School Foundation
We are delighted that so many Oakhamians
maintain their links with the School. Through the
Old Oakhamian Club, at regular functions, via
newsletters and the website, they continue to share
their experiences and contribute to the richness of
school life. There is much active support too for the
Oakham School Foundation, which develops close
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