Cambridge Nationals
Cambridge Nationals are vocational qualifications usually taken at Level 1/2, mixing practical tasks with some exams. They build sector-specific knowledge and transferable skills, and can progress to further study such as A Levels or technical courses.
- Level
- Level 1/2
- Typical duration
- Usually 2 years
Who it's for
Students who enjoy hands-on, project-based learning in a vocational subject.
Entry requirements
Generally none beyond the school or college's own entry policy.
Where it can lead
A Levels, Level 3 vocational courses, or apprenticeships.
Exhibitors offering Cambridge Nationals
Sixth Form
Biddenham International School and Sports College
Our school is a successful, vibrant and wonderfully diverse community comprehensive that is committed to high standards in all areas, first class teaching and ensuring that students are cared for in their time with us and leave us with many happy memories. It is our job to work with our parents and young people to ensure that they get to where they want to be in life and realise their potential. Our overarching mission is ‘Opening Minds, Transforming Lives’ and our Core Principles are Friendship and Compassion, Inspiration, Determination, Enjoyment and Success. As a school we aim to nurture the strengths and potential in all students of all abilities in all disciplines through a challenging, supportive and inspiring environment. Opportunities for enrichment within and beyond the curriculum are plentiful and we are committed to providing a wide range of opportunities for all our students. In short, Biddenham is a school that values individuals, transforms lives and where ‘success for all’ is not just a mantra, but infuses all we do; you will get a strong sense of that from this website.
Sixth Form
Sharnbrook Academy
Sharnbrook Academy is a very successful 11-18 comprehensive school located in North Bedfordshire, with a longstanding reputation for high student achievement. We pride ourselves on our rigorous academic standards, good behaviour and excellent teaching and learning. As one of the newest members of the Meridian Trust, Sharnbrook is part of a successful family of regional schools with shared values, a track record of achievement, and a wide network of support and expertise. We believe that all students can achieve and we encourage them to become lifelong learners, challenging and supporting them to realise their potential. As a result, our students regularly attain excellent examination results at the end of Key Stage Four. Our students’ GCSE results in 2024 were well above the national average at all grade boundaries and our best results since becoming a secondary school, which is testament both to the hard work and attitude of our students, and the tireless efforts of our expert teaching staff. At Sharnbrook, we believe there is much more to school life than just examination grades. As a large school, we are privileged to have great facilities. Sharnbrook offers a large and impressively equipped campus that enables our students to enjoy opportunities and experiences that are not available elsewhere.