GCSE exams are quickly coming to an end, making way for a blissful ten week summer for teenagers across the country. If you’re wondering how best to fill your time, you’ve come to the right place. Here are the top five things I would recommend for a fulfilling, productive, and most importantly, enjoyable summer.

Start a business
Whether you’ve always loved making jewellery, tutoring younger children, or creating social media content, a summer side business is the perfect chance to enter the market, create a brand, and earn some extra money. Identify your niche, set up a website, and get to marketing to potential customers! If you invest your time, who knows how successful you can be?
Work experience
Summer is also the perfect time for work experience as you can trial a full working week in any company of your choosing. Ideally, think about applying three or four months in advance (depending on how competitive placements are), but don’t worry, as last-minute spaces are bound to come up. Phone and email local businesses to see what they have to offer.
Volunteering
Seasonal work at festivals, venues, and local charities are good places to look for volunteering. Check social media to find out what events are going on in your area, and get in touch with organisers to see if there are any opportunities available. It’s a great way to give back to the community, as well as start to build up your CV and personal statement!
National Citizen Service
Specifically aimed at 16 to 17-year-olds, NCS gives you the chance to step outside of your comfort zone, boost your confidence, and learn new skills. Spend five days with other young people, getting outdoors and involving yourself in social action within your local community. Choose from the Live It, Boss It, and Change It programmes here: https://wearencs.com/
Keep learning
There are an endless amount of free online courses and apps to teach you valuable non-academic skills: from languages, to coding, to design. Alternatively, reading up on your future A-Level subjects may be something to consider. If you’re planning on taking English Literature, for example, getting ahead on the texts you’ll be reading might be a good note to start off the new academic year with. However, the benefits of fully resting and recharging might be more important for you!
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