6th Form Survival Guide 2021

As you prepare to leave RGS, consider the skills you may need to be more independent: Confidence level Not confident at all Not confident Somewhat confident Very confident Can you cook and prepare simple and healthy meals? Do you know basic food hygiene practices? Do you know how to store different types of food safely? Can you wash clothes (using a washing machine) without shrinking/damaging them?! Do you know the clothing care symbols? Can you iron a shirt, trousers and suit? Can you sew on a button? Make basic repairs? Do you know basic first aid skills? Can you keep good time management and general timekeeping? Can you make a budget and stick to it? Do you know how credit works? Do you know which cutlery to use at a fancy dinner? Do you know how to change a car tyre? Do you have healthy and helpful strategies to cope with stress? Do you know how to write a CV? Do you know how to write a letter of application? 22/23