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Jack Frampton's apprenticeship story - from GCSEs to Queen's College
The full apprenticeship story of Jack Frampton - from GCSEs, through Bridgwater & Taunton College, into a Marketing Executive role at Queen's College, Taunton.
By Jack Frampton, Marketer at Queen's College, Taunton · Published 17 July 2026
The apprenticeship pathway changed my life. Here's the honest version of how it happened, in case it helps someone else in Somerset make the same call.
The decision
Choosing apprenticeship over university wasn't obvious. See the full argument here.
The training route
Bridgwater & Taunton College for study, Queen's College, Taunton for work - the classic Somerset combo.
Where it's led
Editorial photography, email funnels, campaign leadership and the founding of the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027.
Frequently asked questions
- Would you do it again?
- Every time. Debt-free, earning, real portfolio at 21.
Explore more on this site
- Apprenticeship Hub →Free mentoring, vacancy help and guides for school leavers, parents and employers.
- Marketing Portfolio →Campaign design, sports graphics, editorial work and photography from Queen's College, Taunton.
- Video →Behind the scenes video and short-form apprenticeship content.
- About Jack Frampton →Marketer, apprenticeship advocate and Taunton keynote speaker.
About the author
Marketer at Queen's College, Taunton · Apprenticeship advocate
Jack Frampton is a marketer at Queen's College, Taunton, working across digital marketing, SEO, design, content and photography. He came through the apprenticeship route himself, founded the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening and speaks in schools across Somerset and the South West about apprenticeships as a route into marketing. He offers free mentoring for school leavers, parents and employers.
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