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Is it better to stay in the UK or move to my home country? Is it even possible to do a secondary course (A-level) in the Czech republic after finishing a-levels in the UK? I want to resit/do another course of the same level there after I finish my A-levels as I feel like it would make it easier to get a job there, or at least any help that would make things easier. I moved to the UK when I was 8 and can speak both Czech and English (and a little French). I want to move back to my home country but I feel like without any useful education it will be difficult to get a job and make a decent living there, so I'm looking into any courses that I can take there to help. Moving back home to my family is what I wanted ever since I came to the UK, as I had everything I wanted and needed there (love from family, friends, amazing education and the most amazing memories I ever made, just everything), but I lost it all and now I haven't been there since 2015. Going back would be a dream come true but I don't know how to get a job that pays over the bare minimum or even get a place to live as everything is much more expensive there than here in the UK. I feel like if I stay in the UK I would suffocate with the loneliness and not being able to do anything with myself. It's almost like I'm trapped in a cell with no potential and nobody to talk to. I feel so lost inside. By going back I would truly feel happy and free again, which I never felt while living here, as if I never belonged. Any help would be appreciated as time is running out (I turn 18 in a month) and this is the only chance I have

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by adamor7

Is it better to stay in the UK or move to my home country? Is it even possible to do a secondary course (A-level) in the Czech republic after finishing a-levels in the UK? I want to resit/do another course of the same level there after I finish my A-levels as I feel like it would make it easier to get a job there, or at least any help that would make things easier. I moved to the UK when I was 8 and can speak both Czech and English (and a little French). I want to move back to my home country but I feel like without any useful education it will be difficult to get a job and make a decent living there, so I'm looking into any courses that I can take there to help. Moving back home to my family is what I wanted ever since I came to the UK, as I had everything I wanted and needed there (love from family, friends, amazing education and the most amazing memories I ever made, just everything), but I lost it all and now I haven't been there since 2015. Going back would be a dream come true but I don't know how to get a job that pays over the bare minimum or even get a place to live as everything is much more expensive there than here in the UK. I feel like if I stay in the UK I would suffocate with the loneliness and not being able to do anything with myself. It's almost like I'm trapped in a cell with no potential and nobody to talk to. I feel so lost inside. By going back I would truly feel happy and free again, which I never felt while living here, as if I never belonged. Any help would be appreciated as time is running out (I turn 18 in a month) and this is the only chance I have

Have you tried researching the Czech education system to see what might be available to you if you move there?
I assume you hold Czech citizenship still?

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by adamor7

Is it better to stay in the UK or move to my home country? Is it even possible to do a secondary course (A-level) in the Czech republic after finishing a-levels in the UK? I want to resit/do another course of the same level there after I finish my A-levels as I feel like it would make it easier to get a job there, or at least any help that would make things easier. I moved to the UK when I was 8 and can speak both Czech and English (and a little French). I want to move back to my home country but I feel like without any useful education it will be difficult to get a job and make a decent living there, so I'm looking into any courses that I can take there to help. Moving back home to my family is what I wanted ever since I came to the UK, as I had everything I wanted and needed there (love from family, friends, amazing education and the most amazing memories I ever made, just everything), but I lost it all and now I haven't been there since 2015. Going back would be a dream come true but I don't know how to get a job that pays over the bare minimum or even get a place to live as everything is much more expensive there than here in the UK. I feel like if I stay in the UK I would suffocate with the loneliness and not being able to do anything with myself. It's almost like I'm trapped in a cell with no potential and nobody to talk to. I feel so lost inside. By going back I would truly feel happy and free again, which I never felt while living here, as if I never belonged. Any help would be appreciated as time is running out (I turn 18 in a month) and this is the only chance I have

If you’re considering moving back to the Czech Republic after finishing your A-levels in the UK, it’s important to weigh your options carefully. While repeating a course equivalent to A-levels in the Czech Republic isn’t usually necessary, you could look into vocational or specialized training programs that align with your career goals and make you more employable in the Czech job market. Since you’re fluent in Czech and English, this bilingual skill could be a significant advantage, especially with international companies or roles that require English proficiency. Research growing industries in the Czech Republic, such as tech, engineering, or healthcare, and consider entry-level jobs or internships that provide experience and potential growth, even if they start with lower pay. Your UK education is recognized in the EU, and with some effort to adapt professionally and culturally, you could build a strong foundation for your future. Moving back to your home country, where you feel happier and more connected, could greatly benefit your mental and emotional well-being, but ensure you plan for job prospects and living arrangements to make the transition smoother.

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by PinkMobilePhone

Have you tried researching the Czech education system to see what might be available to you if you move there?
I assume you hold Czech citizenship still?

Well my Permanent residence or whatever it's called is in a office in a village where my great-grandma lives so I can change that when I get there and I have a Czech passport, and I tried researching options and the only things they had is a slight chance of being accepted into a university, which I cannot do as it is too costly and I'd rather focus on a job.

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by wonua

If you’re considering moving back to the Czech Republic after finishing your A-levels in the UK, it’s important to weigh your options carefully. While repeating a course equivalent to A-levels in the Czech Republic isn’t usually necessary, you could look into vocational or specialized training programs that align with your career goals and make you more employable in the Czech job market. Since you’re fluent in Czech and English, this bilingual skill could be a significant advantage, especially with international companies or roles that require English proficiency. Research growing industries in the Czech Republic, such as tech, engineering, or healthcare, and consider entry-level jobs or internships that provide experience and potential growth, even if they start with lower pay. Your UK education is recognized in the EU, and with some effort to adapt professionally and culturally, you could build a strong foundation for your future. Moving back to your home country, where you feel happier and more connected, could greatly benefit your mental and emotional well-being, but ensure you plan for job prospects and living arrangements to make the transition smoother.

I can ask around family and friends if I can get trained for a job, just might have to polish up on my Czech skills and take an exam as my nan said I would have to do that there. Otherwise with living and magistrate stuff I all know how to do having looked into it and I can stay with my family until I get my own place to live. It would benefit me a lot to stay there since it feels more like my home

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by adamor7

I can ask around family and friends if I can get trained for a job, just might have to polish up on my Czech skills and take an exam as my nan said I would have to do that there. Otherwise with living and magistrate stuff I all know how to do having looked into it and I can stay with my family until I get my own place to live. It would benefit me a lot to stay there since it feels more like my home

i read you other response that said you can’t do university? may i ask why?

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by wonua

i read you other response that said you can’t do university? may i ask why?

It costs way too much and it's almost impossible to get any finance

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by adamor7

Is it better to stay in the UK or move to my home country? Is it even possible to do a secondary course (A-level) in the Czech republic after finishing a-levels in the UK? I want to resit/do another course of the same level there after I finish my A-levels as I feel like it would make it easier to get a job there, or at least any help that would make things easier. I moved to the UK when I was 8 and can speak both Czech and English (and a little French). I want to move back to my home country but I feel like without any useful education it will be difficult to get a job and make a decent living there, so I'm looking into any courses that I can take there to help. Moving back home to my family is what I wanted ever since I came to the UK, as I had everything I wanted and needed there (love from family, friends, amazing education and the most amazing memories I ever made, just everything), but I lost it all and now I haven't been there since 2015. Going back would be a dream come true but I don't know how to get a job that pays over the bare minimum or even get a place to live as everything is much more expensive there than here in the UK. I feel like if I stay in the UK I would suffocate with the loneliness and not being able to do anything with myself. It's almost like I'm trapped in a cell with no potential and nobody to talk to. I feel so lost inside. By going back I would truly feel happy and free again, which I never felt while living here, as if I never belonged. Any help would be appreciated as time is running out (I turn 18 in a month) and this is the only chance I have

Hi! Maybe a bit late with my answer. What did you decide to do in the end?

I have lived in the UK myself from 17 to 26 (2014-2022). A bit older than you but I also decided to move back to CZ mainly because of still feeling uprooted and wanting to have more of a stable social circle than in the UK. I am really happy in that respect, managed to build some good friendships over the last three years and a wider social circle that makes it feel like I belong. So from the social side I feel it is definitely a good idea.

When it comes to getting your a-levels formally accepted (nostrified) in the Czech educational system it is a massive pain. I considered it for a bit when I was your age but quickly gave up on the idea. From what I can vaguely remember, for a sixth form education to be considered as equivalent to the Czech maturita, you would need to have sat a Czech subject exam and had at least some maths in your A-levels.

However, most employers hiring for entry level positions requiring sixth form education will not care whether your degree is local or from abroad. If anything it will likely increase your chances at finding a job. The only times someone will care about your sixth form diploma would be if you want to work for the government, or continue to a Czech university (as a Czech student, i.e. with no fees). It might be a good idea to try get a job first to find your bearings. If you are living with your family and are not based in Prague/Brno, your living expenses could be quite low and it might not take that long to save up some money for either getting your A-levels nostrified and continuing to a Czech uni or figuring out what sort of vocational training you might want to do.

Best of luck! Hope it works out for you!

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