Oxbridge conference
In March 2016, the schools liaison officer from University College, Oxford, Nelli Chambers, delivered a talk at the school about applying to Oxford University to which pupils from local state schools were invited. Pupils from 4 local state schools attended the talk. In academic year 2016/2017 the event will be extended to an Oxbridge conference (planned for Spring 2017)
Aims
The talk was organised for pupils of Shrewsbury High School, but interest from local state schools was apparent given the response to invitations.
Students were informed about requirements and procedure for applying to Oxford University, this was achieved.
Students and teachers from Shrewsbury High School, Thomas Adams School, Meole Brace School, Priory School, William Brooks School
Background
The project came about as a response to invitations issued to Oxford University talk. Rachel Smith then contacted local schools to attend. The outreach project started March 2016.
Resources
Space and facilities to accommodate students and speakers. Speakers (schools liaison from Oxford/Cambridge universities.
One teacher, in organisational role, preparation of and duration of conference
Impact
Assessement to be carried out after conference
Pupil Involvement
This is for year 9-11 pupils from all schools in the area
Frequency
The plan is for this to be an annual event, indefinitely.