Join Us for The Blandford School Open Evening 2026
Thursday 1st October 2026 | From 5:00pm
Choosing the right secondary school is an important decision,
and we'd love to welcome you to The Blandford School
to see what makes our community so special.
Meet our staff and students, explore our excellent facilities,
and discover the wide range of opportunities available both inside and outside the classroom.
Headteacher Talks
5:15pm
6:15pm
Each talk will be followed by a tour of the school,
giving you the chance to experience life at The Blandford School first-hand.
Book your free place today:
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BTEC First Award in Travel and Tourism (Level 2)
Subject Leader:Â
Mrs F MacKay
Exam Board:Â
Edexcel
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Why choose BTEC First Award in Travel and Tourism.
BTEC Firsts in Travel and Tourism are a stepping stone towards a career in retail, business travel and other areas of the leisure and tourism sector. We cover important skills including business awareness and customer service and gain an understanding of destinations and travel routes in the UK and worldwide. Tourism is one of the major industries in Dorset and provides numerous employment opportunities.
What you will study in BTEC First Award in Travel and Tourism.
We learn about key destinations in the UK and around the world, their locations and the routes between them. We cover air, rail, road and sea transport, how to plan for trips and holidays and match tourism experiences to customers’ needs and requirements. We also find out how the industry has developed since people first started to have paid leave back in 1871.
How you will be assessed in BTEC First Award in Travel and Tourism.
Over this one year course you will study four units of which one is an hour long examination taken in January and the remaining three consist of teacher assessed coursework units.
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Progression and Careers linked to BTEC First Award in Travel and Tourism.
Retail, business and other areas of the travel, leisure and tourism spheres. The course will also enhance your communication skills and ICT skills.