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Varsity Blues is a dynamic publication, offering insight into the possibilities of higher education. It bridges the gap between academic life and the workplace, equipping readers with the knowledge and confidence to navigate their future careers.

Varsity Blues June 2026

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Varsity Blues July / Aug 2026

Top career paths for Students in 2026

The UK job market in 2026 and beyond continues to reward graduates with strong technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills. While competition for graduate roles is high, sectors facing skills shortages or rapid growth offer excellent long-term opportunities.

Varsity Blues July / Aug 2026

Smartphone ban in Schools

Section 36 of the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 came into force on June 29, 2026, turning the Department for Education's previously advisory advice into a legally binding requirement. It mandates that state- funded schools in England must follow statutory guidance making the school day phone-free by default.

Varsity Blues July / Aug 2026

Parent Portal

Being a parent in this day and age is not easy. Modern parenting asks a lot, and often all at once. Balancing work, a home, and raising children can feel like spinning plates that never stop. And for a single parent, that load isn’t just heavier- its constant, with very little room to breath. Our children are our biggest blessing and needs our biggest investment. The “investment” isn’t just financial – its time, patients, emotional energy, and presence.

Varsity Blues July / Aug 2026

SEL Learning

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is the educational process through which individuals learn to understand and manage emotions, set goals, show empathy, build positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. It equips students with foundational life skills that boost both academic performance and personal well-being.

Varsity Blues July / Aug 2026

Bullying and Cyber bullying

“Bullying can take many forms, from the classroom to the home, and online. Its effects can be long-lasting, often following young people into adulthood” A quote from Childline Director, Shaun Friel

Varsity Blues July / Aug 2026

How to write a CV without work experience

You don't need a job history to write a great CV. Ask any school leaver what's stopping them getting a first job, and most say the same thing: “I've got no experience.” Every advert wants someone who's done the job before. But here's the good news: most young people already hold the key. They just haven't been shown how to use it. This usually isn't a skills gap. It's a communication gap and it's fixable in an afternoon.

Our July/August 2026 Edition of Varsity Blues

Varsity Blues is a dynamic publication, offering insight into the possibilities of higher education. It bridges the gap between academic life and the workplace, equipping readers with the knowledge and confidence to navigate their future careers.