Your future, your choice: bridging the gap
Supporting your transition from school to college, university or work
Think of your transition from school and beyond as a series of journeys from one location to another e.g. school to college, unversity or employment.
The journeys that get you from one location to another are what we call your points of transition. Careful planning for these times of change is very important especially for practical reasons i.e making sure that you have the support and equipment you need in place before starting your next step.
There is a lot of support out there but you may not be aware of it. Knowing what help is available enables you to take control of your future and allows you the freedom to make informed choices about what you want to do next.
UK Transition Guides
England (2013 edition out now!)
RNIB, in partnership with Action for Blind People, has produced transition guidance for young people who are blind or partially sighted in England.
Entitled 'Your future, your choice: bridging the gap', the guide outlines the support and services available to assist young people through their journey from school, through further and higher education, and into employment.
The guidance is available to download here:
Across the UK
'Your future, your choice: bridging the gap' is part of a series of 'Bridging the Gap' guides for young people who are blind or partially sighted across living the UK. You can download your country's guide by visiting:
Email cypf@rnib.org.uk for further information or to request alternative formats.