Student Story: Dance
Kate explains that according to the Chantraine School everyone has something to bring to dance, and there’s a lot to gain from it too… Name: Kate Pettigrew Institution: Chantraine Dance of Expression and School of Dance ‘I started classes two years ago and since then have revelled in two years of learning. Chantraine believes that everyone can bring something to dance – you don’t have to be young or fit, although if you dance with Chantraine you will be fit and flexible fairly soon! The School is based in Paris and is guided by...

VQs Explained
Vocational qualifications can be very useful stepping-stones to many careers. With the ever-increasing numbers of students progressing to higher education, there is a mounting demand for flexible, highly skilled workers who do not necessarily need to have a degree or A-levels. Employers are advocating courses that equip young people with the skills and attitudes that build business, and are recruiting those who have work experience or occupational training. Qualifications can be classified into three types – general, vocational and occupational. General qualifications are focused on a...