What could I do to get better chances of going to uni?

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  1. Shannon56's Avatar
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    What could I do to get better chances of going to uni?
    Im 15 and want to do things to boost my slef for my uni aplication after sixth form. What sorts of things look good on a application? I did work experience in a primary school for 2 weeks and im doing some in the holidays in a nursing home. Also at the moment, im looking for english competions so I can get poems/storys published so i have a different and more outstanding application If you know of any competitions or ways to boost my application please answer. I want to be a primary school teacher I am also a rainbow young leader and I am a leader at a local group too
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    Re: What could I do to get better chances of going to uni?
    You're doing more than enough already, focus on your grades.
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    Re: What could I do to get better chances of going to uni?
    Enough experience. Grades are more important. (just to emphasise the above)
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