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I really hesitate to post a reply on something as important to you as this and which only you can decide. You already have some good advice and, yes, if the colleges come to your school then go talk to them.
First point to make is that in the UK job market you will be better off having a University/College degree than not. If you want to move overseas I'm sure the same will apply.
Second is to pick a subject you want to do. A lot of people find themselves with the wrong subject and drop out. Others just coast along and get a lower degree than they are capable of. If you like IT then you could always think about combining it with something else, say, business studies or even law. Look at the various University prospectuses and see what options they can offer you.
Third is to go to as many open days as you can and see which place you find most appealing. Ask as many questions as you can about your options and how their system works. They will answer all your questions. The University wants you there as its grant depends on the numbers it attracts
Fouth is to use the first year to explore a range of subjects. Going by my son's recent experience, the first year is an introduction in which you choose a range of subjects which may or may not be related to your main area of interest (don't be too random - you'll still be expected to do well in all of them and establish some sort of standard for yourself). Some people change their degree course at this stage or refine it by adding other options. You will have to focus in years two and three as the marks here are the ones that count towards your degree. Check this at the open day
Finally, you may well have to move to and live in another part of the country. Have no illusions. This will be difficult at first but worthwhile for the independence it gives you and the friends you will make.
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