KEY STAGE 4
OPTIONS BOOKLET
2021 - 2023 2 Belief, Values, Vision
We are an aspirational and inclusive Academy that champions the values of respect, commitment and achievement. We facilitate great learning and exceptional progress through an inspirational, knowledge rich curriculum. We improve life chances for our students by tackling disadvantage and removing barriers to learning to ensure all students achieve their potential. Students leave our academy as self-respecting, compassionate global citizens.
Students first Learning is central to everything No excuses
Respect Commitment Achievement 3
CONTENTS
4/5/6. Parent Letter 7/8. Option Process timeline 8/9. Curriculum Pathways 10. How to make the correct choices 11/12. Frequently asked questions 13. Useful websites 14. GCSE English Language 15. GCSE English Literature 16. GCSE Mathematics 17. GCSE Philosophy and Ethics 31. GCSE Statistics 18. GCSE Science 32. GCSE Textiles 19. GCSE Fine Art 33. BTEC Level 2 Tech Award in Music 20. GCSE Business Studies 34. BTEC Level 2 Tech Award in Performing Arts & Acting 21. GCSE Computer Science 35. BTEC Level 2 Tech Award in Performing Arts & Dance 22. GCSE Dance 36. BTEC Level 2 Tech Award in Health & Social Care 23. GCSE 3D Design 37. BTEC Level 2 Tech Award in Media Production 24. GCSE Drama 38. OCR Cambridge Nationals in Sport 25. GCSE French/Spanish 39. OCR Cambridge Nationals in Creative iMedia 26. GCSE Geography 40. Eduqas WJEC Level 2 Award in Hospitality & Catering 27. GCSE History 41. Duke of Edinburugh 28. GCSE Music 42. Enrichment 29. GCSE Photography 43 – 50 Welcome to KS4 30. GCSE Psychology 4
Year 9 Options 2021-2023
Dear parents and carers,
The Options process will be the first genuine opportunity students have to influence their own education. With such an important decision, we want to ensure students are able to make the right choices, by offering as much support and guidance as possible. As a school, we provide a broad and balanced curriculum that equips students fully for life after Ninestiles and that nurtures their talents.
We aim to ensure that the information and guidance provided will support your child through the options process and ensure that their informed choices lead to the maximisation of their potential.
The most recent GCSE reforms mean that students face a new range of challenges at all levels of their education. All GCSE courses will be more rigorous, demanding and challenging and therefore require commitment and dedication from our students. There will be no tiered exam papers except in Mathematics, Science and Modern Foreign Languages. The grade scale for these new GCSEs now ranges from 9 to 1, with 9 being the highest. There will be a greater emphasis on spelling, punctuation and grammar in written exams. For most students, this means that in order to compete with the very best, they may wish to focus on the English Baccalaureate (EBacc) subjects which place a greater focus on certain key subjects seen as offering academic rigour and a firm foundation for students’ future success, whichever route they follow.
Ninestiles is a truly inclusive school. Our aim is to offer a broad and balanced curriculum which is accessible for all, and at the same time, one which is varied and meets the distinct needs and aspirations of our students. We wish to ensure the combination of courses our students study provides suitable progression routes into post‐16 study and beyond, whether academic, vocational or straight into employment. This is of paramount importance to us.
There are two main types of qualification, ‘GCSE’ and ‘Technical’. The General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) is primarily an exam‐based qualification, which may include some coursework or practical work, depending on the nature of the subject.
Technical qualifications result in a Level 2 qualification which is GCSE equivalent. The final qualification is mainly based on coursework which is completed throughout the course, but all Technical courses also feature an examined element. Students will be guided to the type of course that we believe they will be most successful in.
KS4 Curriculum Throughout Key Stage Four, all students study for GCSEs (or equivalent). There are two main groups of subjects, Core which are compulsory and Option subjects. These will all be studied for two years and examined in the summer of Year 11, 2023. Core Subjects 5
Core Curriculum Qualifications
GCSE English Language One GCSE
GCSE English Literature One GCSE
GCSE Mathematics One GCSE
GCSE Combined science or separate sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) Two GCSEs (Three GCSEs)
GCSE Philosophy and ethics One GCSE
HAL Non-examined
Aspire and PSHE Non-examined
* subjects in bold form part of the EBacc qualification
In addition to this, students will select five other subject choices (two of these are reserve) which will form their ‘Options’
Modern Foreign Languages Humanities Other Options GCSE French GCSE Geography GCSE Drama GCSE Psychology GCSE Spanish GCSE History BTEC Creative Media GCSE Statistics GCSE Music WJEC Hospitality and Catering GCSE Fine Art BTEC Performing Arts - Acting GCSE Business Studies BTEC Health and Social Care GCSE Computer Science BTEC Enterprise GCSE 3D Design Cambridge National Sport GCSE Photography OCR Cambridge National in Creative iMedia GCSE Textiles BTEC Music GCSE Drama BTEC Performing Arts - Dance 6
Support Available
To support all students in making these decisions we will provide the following:
• An Options information introductory assembly • An Aspire lesson to allow students to consider their strengths and weaknesses and what options might be best for them • Opportunities to discuss their subjects and progress with their teachers in lessons • Taster sessions arranged within normal lessons • Careers education, advice and guidance in assembly • Options Information Evening for parents and students Tuesday 12th January, 4.00-6.00pm (Options forms and this booklet will be issued then and will also be available online). • Year 9 full parents evening Tuesday 9th February, 3.30-6.30pm. • An Options booklet containing all the necessary information • Consultation in tutor time or with a senior member of staff if required • Students will also have access to an independent careers advisor
The deadline for the return of the Options form is Friday 12th Febuary. 7 NB: Please read through the Options Booklet carefully as it should contain all you need to know to help you have meaningful discussions with your son/daughter about these important choices.
If you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me either through my school email address [email protected] or at one of the Options events.
Yours faithfully
Mrs Andrea Stephens Vice Principal Ninestiles, an Academy
Year 9 Options: Year 9 Journey Towards Key Stage 4 Options Monday 14th December-Monday Timeline 8th February Option activities in lessons and Tutor
Monday 11th January Tuesday 12th January Option Evening Careers and Progression for Parents/Carers. routes assembly.
Friday 12th February Deadline for submission of option form Tuesday 28th April Year 9 Parents/Carers Evening
Monday 7th June Option timetable check Monday 5th July Transition to Key Stage 4 activities Option 1: Students must choose Options 3-5: choose three options from the subjects listed below. (Note two of these will be your 8 one language reserve options)
GCSE Spanish GCSE Fine Art GCSE History BTEC Level 2 Performing Arts - Acting GCSE French GCSE Business Studies GCSE Geography BTEC Level 2 Performing Arts - Dance **GCSE Computer Science Option 2: Students must choose BTEC Level 2 Tech Award in Health & Social Care one humanities subject GCSE 3D Design BTEC Level 2 Tech Award in Media Production GCSE History GCSE Drama GCSE Geography GCSE Media Studies Cambridge OCR Nationals in Sport GCSE Music Cambridge OCR Nationals in Creative iMedia GCSE Photography GCSE Psychology Eduqas WJEC level 2 Award Hospitality & Catering GCSE Statistics White Pathway Option Choices (Grammar School, Russell Group Universities) GCSE Textiles
Option 1: Students must choose one Options 2-5: Any four options from the subjects listed across the two columns below. (Note two of these will be your subject in this column reserve options)
GCSE Spanish/French GCSE GCSE Fine Art GCSE Dance Btec Level 2 Tech awards in Performing Arts - Acting GCSE Textiles GCSE History BTEC Level 2 Tech Award in Health & Social Care GCSE Geography GCSE Business Studies **GCSE Computer Science BTEC Level 2 Tech Award in Media Production GCSE 3D Design Cambridge OCR Nationals in Sport GCSE Drama Cambridge OCR Nationals in Creative iMedia GCSE Geography GCSE History Eduqas WJEC level 2 Award Hospitality & Catering GCSE Spanish/French Btec Level 2 Tech awards in Performing Arts - Dance GCSE Media Studies BTEC Level 2 Creative Media GCSE Music Orange Pathway Option Choices FE college University Apprenticeship GCSE Photography GGCSE Psychology GCSE Statistics 9 *Dependent on numbers - select on option form if interested Psychology will have a minimum English threshold for entry (At least A2)
Forbidden combinations Computer Science and Btec Creative imedia GCSE 3D Design, GCSE Fine Art and GCSE Textiles
Please note that all options are provisional subject to sufficient numbers to make the course viable and the GCSEs/BTECs being on the Government’s approved qualifications list. Bold refers to EBacc subjects (see introductory letter). The EBacc qualification is gained by securing GCSE passes across English, Mathematics, Science, History/Geography and a modern foreign language.
Overview of Blue Pathway Options 1-5 Choose Any five subjects from those listed across the two columns below. (Note two of these will be your reserve options)
Alongside their chosen options students will GCSE Fine Art Btec Level 2 Performing Arts - Acting
participate in a skills based programme GCSE Drama BTEC Level 2 Tech Award in Health & Social Care designed to focus on the development of key GCSE Photography Cambridge OCR National in Sport skills including literacy, numeracy and a level 1 GCSE Textiles Eduqas WJEC level 2 Award Hospitality & Catering qualification in teamwork and personal skills GCSE 3D Design I in the community (ASDAN) Btec Level 2 Performing Arts - Dance Employability Course Students on the Blue Pathway will be supported to make the best choices for them and a personalised programme will be developed, with guidance from Miss Clay. Blue Pathway Option Choices FE college, Apprenticeship, work 10 How to Choose
Detailed information on each subject is given later in this booklet. Please examine the subject statements carefully before making any decisions. The actual choice of subject preferences is an individual one, but these general rules apply. Poor reasons for choosing a subject inevitably lead to problems later on.
• DO find out as much as possible about what you will learn in all courses • DO consider how much progress you have made in this subject previously • DO take into account how interesting and enjoyable the subject has been to you • DO consider whether the subject is necessary for any proposed further education course or career DO • DO take advice from teachers about the suitability of the course • DO seek advice from a variety of sources: parents, older students and form tutors. If you do not know something, ask • DO consider subjects you think will motivate and inspire you to learn.
• DO NOT choose a subject because a friend is choosing it, you may not end up in the same group. • DO NOT choose a subject because it appears to be an easy option. • DO NOT choose a subject because it seems new and interesting, before obtaining full details about all that the course involves. DO NOT • DO NOT choose a subject because of a particular teacher, he/she may not be teaching the subject at KS4. • DO NOT worry if you cannot take all the subjects you would like to study; many subjects can be taken up later at college. 12
Frequently asked questions
If there aren’t enough students opting for a subject, that subject will not run. Is this true? Yes. Unfortunately, we cannot run a course for a small number of students. If this happens, students will liaise closely with us to ensure that the next most suitable option is chosen.
What subjects are best for me to study at Sixth Form? There are no ‘best’ Options to prepare you for further study. Keep your Options broad and balanced. If you wish to study A Level subjects then you will need to aim for a minimum of 6 GCSE passes grade 6 and above (The pass grade requirement may change subject to the outcome of the national results).
Why do other schools offer subjects like law that are not offered here? The subjects offered by Ninestiles are to ensure you have a broad and balanced curriculum. There is a wide range to choose from whether you prefer an academic route or a creative or technical pathway. It is often thought GCSE law will help students become lawyers. This is not true and many universities would rather their law students have studied essay based subjects like English and history, even at A-level.
If I can’t decide between 2 subjects, who should I talk to? Talk to your teachers, parents/carers, form tutors, Mr Payne, Ms Beetison or Ms Stephens. Remember to consider your own strengths, interests, needs and career plans in making your final choice.
What is Progress 8? Progress 8 captures the progress a pupil makes from the end of primary school (KS2) to the end of KS4. Progress 8 is a type of value‐added measure; it will show how the students have performed and the average of all students’ progress will create the school’s result. This result will be published by all schools in a standard format
Can I change my mind later? The subjects you choose are for the next two years. It is very important therefore that the right choice is made at the outset. It is only in exceptional circumstances that students are permitted to change their courses once they have begun in September. Please bear this in mind.
Who needs to sign my Options form? You, your parents and your form tutor. This is because we want you to give this process careful consideration and that you make choices for the right reasons.
What if I am late with my Options form? The Options forms are used to determine which courses can run next year. If you have not given your form in on time, you may find that groups are full. 11
Frequently asked questions
Do all students need to aim for the English Baccalaureate? There is strong evidence that shows students who pursue the full range of EBacc subjects (Maths, English, Science, History or Geography, and a Modern Foreign Language) between the ages of 14 and 16, have a greater probability of progression to all post-16 educational institutions. The English Baccalaureate represents subjects that are valued by many of the most competitive universities at present. It is expected that in the future employers, colleges and universities may use the EBacc as a measure of a student’s success at KS4. Some institutions already use it to form part of their selection criteria for entry into further and higher education. You are advised to consider this when discussing your child’s options with them. Some students may choose to follow a more suitable pathway linked to their career aspirations. How many Option choices doI make? In addition to core subjects, you will choose three Option subjects and two reserves. All students will be required to choose at least one of the following: History, Geography, French or Spanish as one of their three Options.
Will I definitely have all the subjects I ask for? The majority of students will be allocated the selection of courses they have chosen. However, each year minor changes do need to be made. This affects only a very few students and we will do everything within our power to offer the selection you make.
What language subjects can I choose? You can continue to study the language you have studied since Year 7, either French or Spanish, to GCSE level. If, however, students can read and write in another language at a suitable level that is recognised as EBacc, then please discuss the possibility of Ninestiles facilitating a GCSE examination entry in addition to French/Spanish with Mr Francis, Head of MFL.
Recognised Languages include: GCSE Arabic GCSE Biblical Hebrew. GCSE Italian GCSE Classical Greek GCSE Japanese GCSE French GCSE modern Hebrew GCSE German For further information: www.gov.uk>publications GCSE Panjabi GCSE Gurjarati GCSE Polish GCSE Latin GCSE Russian GCSE Persian GCSE Urdu GCSE Portuguese GCSE Welsh GCSE Spanish GCSE Chinese GCSE Turkish GCSE Chinese (spoken Mandarin) 13
USEFUL WEBSITES
https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk This is the national careers service website. It has information on planning for your career and includes lots of useful information on different jobs ‐ have a look at the Job Profiles. http://icould.com/ This careers website includes a whole section on how GCSE choices can affect your future. See the section on "Focus on Choices at 14" http://www.futuremorph.org Future Morph website is designed to show 14‐18 year olds career routes that studying science, technology, engineering and maths can lead to. http://www.careersbox.co.uk Careersbox is a free online library of careers related film, news and information. http://www.careerpilot.org.uk Career Pilot is a free online library of career paths advice, news and information http://www.ucasprogress.com Search courses and entry requirements for post 16 Subject leader: Mr Anthony Collins For information only 14 [email protected]
Why is English important? English Language develops many transferable skills such as literacy, analytical reasoning, critical thinking and written and verbal communication. LANGUAGEENGLISH Exam dates Exam board May/June 2023 AQA (8700) Useful Websites Course structure http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zr9d7ty Students are required to sit two written examinations lasting 1 hour 45 minutes each. Students are also required to take a non-examined speaking and listening assessment.
Speaking and Listening Students are required to study:
The aim of the assessment is to allow students to demonstrate their speaking and listening skills Paper 1: Explorations in creative reading and writing by: (50% of the marks) • Giving a presentation in a formal context Students will read either a 20th century or 21st • Responding appropriately to questions and to feedback, asking questions themselves to century unseen text and then answer questions elicit clarification which test their ability to: • Using spoken Standard English • Retrieve information The assessment will be separately endorsed with a pass, merit or distinction. This will not • Comment on and analyse how writers use form part of the final GCSE grade. language and structure to achieve effects • Evaluate texts critically • Students will also be required to write to narrate or describe.
What happens when you finish? Paper 2: Writers’ viewpoints and perspectives (50% of the marks) English GCSE is a highly valuable qualification and all employers and • Students will read two texts (one text will be19th colleges will expect students to have achieved at least a pass grade in century, the other either 20th or 21st century) and then the subject. The skills gained from studying English are transferable to answer questions which test their ability to: all other subjects so success in English Language can mean success in • Select and synthesise information other subjects too. Students will be equipped with the skills necessary • Comment on and analyse how writers use language and for almost any career path there is! English Language can specifically structure to achieve effects lead to careers in journalism, teaching and marketing. • Compare writers’ ideas and perspectives Exam dates May/June 2021 Students will also be required to complete a writing question which asks them to present a viewpoint. Subject leader: Mr Anthony Collins For information only 15 [email protected]
Why is English Literature important?
Studying literature will help students to develop their analytical and communication skills
whilst studying a wide variety of texts. As part of the course, students will study some of Exam dates LITERATUREENGLISH the greatest texts in the English language which will hopefully inspire a lifelong love of May/June 2023 literature. Useful Websites Exam board http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/english_literature AQA (8702) Course structure
Students are required to sit two closed-book written examinations. Paper 1 is1 hour and 45 minutes long; paper 2 is 2 hours and 15 minutes long. Students are required to study:
Paper 1: Shakespeare and the 19th century novel Students will study Macbeth (Shakespeare) and A Christmas Carol (Charles Dickens).
Paper 2: Modern texts and poetry What happens when you finish? (Career Pathway) Students will study An Inspector Calls (JB English Literature is a challenging but very rewarding GCSE. Not only will Priestley) and a cluster of poetry on the theme students have a GCSE that is highly regarded by colleges and employers, of power and conflict. they will also be inspired to continue their reading with a love of For both paper 1 and 2, students will answer literature that will last a lifetime! An English Literature GCSE opens many questions on the texts which test their ability doors in terms of careers as the skills acquired are transferable to a wide to: array of roles. Specifically, studying literature can lead to jobs in teaching, publishing and in the media. • Read, understand and respond to texts • Analyse the language, form and structure used by a writer to create meanings and effect • Show understanding of the contexts in which the texts were written 16 MATHEMATICS 3 Number Algebra of Rates and Proportion Ratio, Change Measures and Geometry Probability Statistics May/June 202 May/June Exam dates Exam Each of the three examination papers examination three the of Each study: ofareas following the on focuses Students are required to required are Students study; • • • • • • Useful Websites Useful www.hegartymaths.com 1 hour 30 1hour For information only information For calculator paper each of which is is which of each paper calculator - 9 – r Robert Mace Robertr @ninestiles.org.uk 1 - 9
Students sit either foundation tier or higher tier higher ortier foundation sit either Students 5 grade to a up achieve can students tier Foundation 4 grades achieve can students tier Higher minutes marks. overall the 33.3%of worth each and weighted equally are exams the All 3 exams consisting of 2 calculator papers and 1 non 1 and papers 2calculator of consisting 3exams
obert.mace
Course structure Course
Edexcel Exam board Exam and careers. and Success in mathematics is the gateway to an incredibly diverse range of further education opportunities opportunities education further of range diverse incredibly an to gateway the is mathematics in Success number, statistics and geometry, each of which can be extended and supportive to varying pupil ability. ability. pupil varying to supportive and extended be can which of each geometry, and statistics number, numerical skills and the ability to use problem solving skills. The subject includes topics within algebra, algebra, within topics includes subjectThe skills. solving problem use to ability the and skills numerical GCSE Mathematics is a vital component in students’ learning to ensure that they leave school with strong with school leave they that ensure to learning in students’ component vital a is Mathematics GCSE Would this Course suit me? suit Course this Would
• • • • •
engineering, computing, data analyst, statistician, accountancy and many more. many and accountancy statistician, data analyst, computing, engineering, mathematics offers students the opportunity to access a wide range of careers such as,such careers of range wide a access to opportunity the students offers mathematics
mathematics whilst they are in further education. With hard work and dedication, dedication, and work With hard education. further in are they whilst mathematics college of their choice. Without a minimum grade 4, students must retake their GCSE their retake must students 4, grade minimum a Without choice. their of college
covered in class. At least a grade 4 is needed to ensure that students get a place at the at the a place get students that ensure to needed 4is grade a least At in class. covered consistently try your best in every lesson as well as independently reviewing content content reviewing asindependently aswell lesson every in best tryyour consistently
that are highly valued by colleges, universities and employers. You will be expected to be expected will You employers.and universities bycolleges, valued highly that are
Mathematics is a challenging but rewarding subject which teaches you essential skills youessential teaches which subject rewarding but challenging a is Mathematics
What happens when you finish? (Career Pathway) (Career you finish? when happens What
R Subject KS4 Leader:M KS4 Subject Subject Leader: Mrs Davinder Uppal For information only 17 [email protected]
Exam board
AQA - GCSE Philosophy and ethics Specification A (8062)
Course Structure Philosophy andEthicsPhilosophy Course structure Exam dates: 2 Written Examinations – 1hour 45 each May/June 2023 Useful Websites: http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zb48q6f http://request.org.uk/
What happens when you finish? (Career Pathway)
Philosophy and ethics plays an important role in our society and influences how people think, feel and behave! Delve into the reasons why people are so strongly divided on life issues such as abortion, euthanasia and the death penalty. Join the debate on whether war can ever truly be considered just!
Religious studies is considered an academic subject and is highly regarded by both colleges and universities. It’s a relevant qualification for ANY job which involves working with other people. The UK is a multi-faith society and an understanding of our differences will help us live and work together peacefully!
Previous students of Religious Studies have gone onto the following careers and more: • Doctors and Nurses • Police Officers Students are required to study; • Lawyers • Social Workers Paper 1 The study of religions: beliefs, teachings and practices • Journalists = 50% marks • Armed Forces This paper will focus on the study of beliefs and practices in two religions: Christianity and one other world religion.
Paper 2 Thematic studies = 50% marks This paper will focus on the following four topics: Crime and Punishment, Religion and Life, Human Rights and Peace and Conflict. Subject KS4 Leader: Mr Andrew Burden For information only 18 [email protected]
The majority of students will finish year 11 with:
2 Science GCSEs (Trilogy), although there will be a number of students who are selected to pursue Exam dates GCSE SCIENCE 3 GCSEs in the separate sciences. May/June 2023 Exam board Useful Website AQA http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/combi GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy (8464) or ned-science-trilogy-8464/assessment-resources GCSE biology (8461), GCSE chemistry (8462) and GCSE physics (8463) http://www.sciencebuddies.org/science- Course structure engineering-careers Trilogy: 6 Written Examinations – 1hour 15 each and each worth 16.7% of the overall GCSE. Grading – a double GCSE awarded 9 (top) to 1. Grading will be shown as two numbers such as 6, 6, 6, 7 etc. Separate sciences: Each subject has 2 written examinations of 1hour 45 each and each worth 50% of the GCSE. Overall this makes 6 examinations. They will each be graded separately 9 to 1 with 9 being the top grade.
Foundation and higher tiers are available for either pathway but we only offer separate sciences to higher students who show a real aptitude and enthusiasm for the subject.
What happens when you finish? (Career Pathway) Students are required to study;
Science is a gateway subject for many careers. Many A-level courses state good GCSE Science results as Both pathways cover the basic and in-depth content of biology, physics and chemistry such as cell biology, one of their entry requirements. homeostasis, atomic structure, bonding & properties of matter, particles, energy and waves. There is additional Studying Science enables students to develop the confidence, knowledge and skills to find answers to and further in-depth content spread throughout the their own questions about the workings of the biological, chemical, physical and technological world. separate science route including an additional physics Entire websites are devoted to listing possible careers in Science (please see below). Those students topic on space. It is recommended you refer to the wishing to study medicine, pharmacy or to be a vet need to score highly in their science GCSEs. specifications for further details. Subject Leader: Mrs Claire Morris 19 [email protected]
Would this course suit me? When embarking on a GCSE Fine Art course you need to ask yourself some key questions; • Do you have a keen interest in art and a range of art related disciplines? • Are you confident in your drawing skills and able to record from observation at a good Useful Websites ARTGCSE FINE standard? Exam dates https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qu • Are you self-motivated and will work on coursework during after school club and at May/June 2023 alifications/edexcel-gcses/art-and-design- home? Exam Board 2016.html • Are you interested in exploring and analysing the work of artists? Edexcel • Are you a creative thinker and interested in developing your own designs and https://www.studentartguide.com/ ideas? Pinterest Course Structure Component one: 60% Personal portfolio What happens when you finish? Component two: 40% Externally set assignment (culminating in a 10 hour- GCSE Art and Design provides students with a wide range practical exam) of creative, exciting and stimulating opportunities to explore their interests in ways that are both personally relevant and developmental in nature. • This two component specification enables students to develop their ability to actively engage in the processes of Art and Design Students will be expected to demonstrate skills and techniques in – to build creative skills through learning and doing, to develop imaginative and intuitive ways of working and the context of their chosen areas of study within Textiles. develop knowledge and understanding of media, materials and technologies in historical and contemporary • Make appropriate use of colour, line, tone, texture, shape and form. contexts, societies and cultures. • Use a variety of different approaches to recording images, such as observation, • It is a strong foundation for further progression to Art analysis, expression and imagination. and Design related courses such as A-level Art and Design, • Demonstrate an understanding of the conventions of representational and abstract/ non- vocational and career pathways representational imagery and genres. to the diversity of the subject you are able to choose a • Investigate different ways of working, as appropriate to their chosen areas of study within Fine vast array of courses including art textiles, fashion design, Art. printed and dyed textiles to name but a few. • Providing evidence of an understanding of composition, scale and structure. • Annotate and evaluate their own work. • Describe the work of others through written analysis. 20 GCSE BUSINESS STUDIES the the and f the the f r o r up phase. It focuses on the key business key the on focusesIt phase. up - and decisions. Local contexts refer specifically to to small specifically refer contexts Local decisions. and Exam board Exam (1BS0) Edexcel behaviour and decisions. decisions. and concepts, issues and decisions used to grow a business, with emphasis on aspects of marketing, marketing, of aspects on emphasis with business, a grow to used decisions and issues concepts, on world wider the of impact the considersalso 2 Theme resources. human and finance operations, and to national be introduced will students theme, grows.this it Inas makes business a decisions the understanding an develop will and contexts business global businessimpact contexts these howof behaviour Overview starting in involved skills and issues concepts, businesskey the on concentrates 1 Theme concepts. core explore to students for framework a provides Itbusiness. small a running and be will students theme, a this In business.up setting entrepreneur an of lens the through how of understanding an develop will and contexts businessnational and local to introduced businessimpact contexts these businesses to relate contexts national and location UK single in a operating those orbusinesses UK. the across or location one than more in operating startthe beyond develops business a how examines 2 Theme 1) grading. 1) - . 1 : Investigating small business small Investigating :
Do you like making decisions and think you could spot a business opportunity like an entrepreneur? an like opportunity business a spot could you think and decisions making youlike Do successful? being into developed then and set up is business real a how know to like you Would TV? riveting Den Dragons and Apprentice the showslike youfind Do Are you interested in the real world of business and want to understand how it all fits together? fits all it how understand to want and businessof world real the in interested you Are The assessment is out of 90 marks.90 out of is assessment The First assessment: May/June 202 May/June assessment: First minutes. 30 and 1hourtwo is assessment The
course which will be taught over 75 minutes per lesson, 5 times over a fortnight. fortnight. a over times 5 lesson, per minutes 75over taught be will which course The course will be taught over 2 years. Theme 1 will be taught in the first year and Theme 2 will be taught in the second yea second the in taught be will 2 Theme and yearfirst in the taught be will 1 Theme years. 2over taught be will course The impact of business on individuals and wider society society wider and individuals on businessof impact Know and understand business concepts, business terminology, business objectives, the integrated nature of business activity activity businessof nature integrated the objectives, business terminology, business concepts, business understand and Know The examination body is Edexcel and is the (9 new the is and Edexcel bodyis examination The to: students enable to are qualification this of objectives and aims The
GCSE Business studies course overviewcourse studies Business GCSE If you have answered yes to these you could well be suited to the course. to the suited be well youcould these to yes answered have Ifyou • • • • Would this Course suit me? suit Course this Would
[email protected] Subject Leader: Mrs Spencer JoanLeader: Subject
Theme 1 Theme •
• • Assessment information Assessment Subject leader: Mrs Baljit Bains 21 [email protected]
Would This Course Suit Me?
Computer Science will encourage you to understand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of
Computer Science, including abstraction, decomposition, logic, algorithms and data representation. You will GCSE COMPUTER SCIENCE analyse problems in computational terms through practical experience of solving such problems, including designing, writing and debugging programs using Python. You will use skills which encourage thinking creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically, understand the impacts of digital technology to the individual and to wider society and apply mathematical skills relevant to Computer Science. Exam dates May/June 2023 Exam board Useful Websites WJEC Eduqas 601/8291/X https://www.eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/qualification- resources.html?subject=ComputerScience&level=GCSE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbqXqQ- Course structure 2ixs&list=PL04uZ7242_M6tnNjzbxchXcfyMpwfKn0F Written Exam (01) – Understanding Computer Science: 1 hour 45 minutes 62.5% of the qualification https://teachcomputerscience.com/gcse/
Written Exam (02) – Computational thinking and programming On-screen examination: 2 hours 37.5% of the qualification
Non Exam Assessment (03) – Software Development Programming project 20 hours Unweighted.
Students are required to study;
Computer Systems (01) –This component investigates hardware, logical operations, communications, data representation and data types, operating systems, principles of programming, software engineering, program construction, security and data management and the impacts of digital technology on wider society. What happens when you finish? (Career Pathway)
Computational thinking, algorithms and programming (02) – This component investigates problem solving, This course will allow students to gain valuable ICT and computing skills for future algorithms and programming constructs, programming languages, data structures and data types and employment or the academic achievement required to go on to a Level 3 course in Higher Education. Computer science is one of the EBacc subjects. security and authentication.
Programming Project (03) – This component requires learners to produce a programmed solution to a problem. They must analyse the problem, design a solution to the problem, develop a final programmed solution, test the solution and give suggestions for further development of the solution. Throughout the production of the solution learners are required to produce a refinement log that evidences the development of the solution. The component does not contribute to the final mark or qualification grade. Subject leader: Mrs Rebecca Davis-Musabayana 22 [email protected] Would this course suit me?
For some people, dance is simply the way in which they express themselves. Joy, sadness, loneliness, love... if you can imagine how dance would portray human emotions and stories, this course is for you. Step inside the world of contemporary dance and gain knowledge and understanding of the dancer in action and the skills involved in performance. Through the analysis, interpretation and evaluation of dances you will gain an appreciation and Useful Websites: understanding of their historical and cultural context. You’ll take your first steps in developing your own creativity as a dancer and choreographer. Not to mention keeping fit and trim. You will also have the opportunity to perform in front of AQA website live audiences and visit professional institutes Exam dates: May/June 2023
Course structure:
Component 1: Performance and Students are required to study: Choreography • Performance
You will learn the importance of strong contemporary technique and expressive skills through practical Set phrases through a solo performance GCSE GCSE DANCE workshops and exercises. You will be physically challenged so you can reach your potential as a dancer. (approximately one minute in duration) These practical classes will prepare you for your solo performance where you will be assessed on these Duet/trio performance (three minutes in a skills such as posture, alignment, strength, timing, focus and confidence. dance which is a maximum of five minutes in During the course, you will be taught how to effectively choreograph dance sequences that portray a duration) theme and story. You will need to explore your imagination and be able to express emotions and character • Choreography through your physical and expressive skills. Solo or group choreography – a solo (two to As well as meeting the physical demands of a dancer, it is also important to develop an appreciation of two and a half minutes) or a group dance for professional dance works. You will be studying dance practitioners and companies such as Christopher two to five dancers (three to three and a half Bruce and The Royal Ballet. You will explore production elements, technique, choreographic approaches minutes and content. Component 2: Dance Appreciation • Knowledge and understanding of choreographic processes and performing skills What happens when you finish? Career pathway: • Critical appreciation of own work • Critical appreciation of professional works Whether you choose to become a performer, teacher, costume designer, dance therapist or a company manager, all of these roles require an understanding of dance in its many forms and all of them have an essential contribution to make to the dance world. This course also teaches you transferable skills such as team work, creativity, working under pressure, confidence and innovative thinking. These skills will help you in any industry and subjects across the curriculum. Subject Leader: Mrs Claire Morris 23 [email protected]
Would this Course suit me? Three-dimensional Design is concerned with the designing, prototyping, modelling or making of functional and aesthetic consumer products. Students should engage with appropriate processes, materials, models and working drawings to help take their initial ideas through to realisation 3D Design is a versatile practice that involves the creation, selection, manipulation and application of a range of materials such as cardboard, metal wire and sheet metal, ceramics, sculpture and plastic to create designs and products. 3D designers work in multi- Exam dates disciplinary ways to create ideas, materials and techniques for different applications. 3D designers also play an important role in the world May/June 2023 of products, theatre, and architecture. Students will also understand that 3D Design practitioners may work within a team environment in a DESIGNGCSE 3D large commercial manufacturing company, on a single aspect of the design or making process, or work as freelance practitioners on commissions or self-directed projects. They will need good communication skills in order to liaise with clients and to promote themselves as textiles designers and makers. Are you creative? Do you enjoy designing and making?
Exam board Course structure Ed Excel - GCSE Component one: 60% Personal portfolio Component two: 40% Externally set assignment What happens when you (culminating in a 10 hour- practical exam) finish? (Career Pathway) GCSE 3D Design provides students with a wide range of creative, exciting and Students are required to study; stimulating opportunities to explore their Students will be expected to demonstrate skills and techniques in the context of their chosen areas of study interests in ways that are both personally within 3D design. Students will look at a range of 3D areas across the GCSE course, including relevant and developmental in nature. How sources inspire the development of ideas, drawing on: • This two component specification enables • The work and approaches of artists, craftspeople or designers from contemporary and/or historical contexts, students to develop their ability to actively periods, societies and cultures engage in the processes of Art and Design • Contemporary and/or historical environments, situations or issues and 3D design to build creative skills • The ways in which meanings, ideas and intentions can be communicated through visual and tactile language, through learning and doing, to develop using formal elements, including: colour, line, form, tone, texture imaginative and intuitive ways of working. • The characteristics, properties and effects of using different media, materials, techniques and processes, and • It is a strong foundation for further the ways in which they can be used in relation to students’ own creative intentions and chosen area(s) of study progression to Art and Design and/or 3D • The different purposes, intentions and functions of art, craft and design in a variety of contexts and as design related courses at either A level, appropriate to students’ own work. vocational qualification or a career Drawing is also an essential skill in the development process of 3D Design, from initial visual research, recording pathway. from primary sources, through to the translation of ideas into finished designs. Students of Three-dimensional Design need to demonstrate how a three-dimensional world can be translated into a two-dimensional one through technical and free-hand drawings. It is important to develop drawing skills to express a range of emotions, using different tools, materials and techniques. The formal elements should also be applied, especially those such as texture, colour and light. 24 Subject Leader: Mrs Rebecca Davis-Musabayana [email protected] Will this course suit me?
The course will help you to understand the exploration of drama, play texts and the Theatre. The course is suited to students who enjoy a wide range of exploring through drama and are interested in being actively involved in performing and creating drama. It will help you to develop your creative skills, performance skills, and broaden your understanding of different theatre styles. It is a combination of both practical and theoretical work as well as a written exam.
Exam board GCSE DRAMA GCSE
WJEC GCSE Course structure
GCSE Drama is made up of 3 Components: Performing Theatre 20% Devising Theatre 40% Interpreting Theatre 40%
How will the course be assessed?
The course is assessed through a written exam, practical and theoretical coursework.
What kind of work will I be doing?
All work will be related to exploring through drama, creating and understanding the creative process of theatre and performance. The course is a combination of both practical and theoretical work. This means drama will enable you to have a deeper understanding of analysing scripted texts which could enhance your English GCSE. Drama allows you to develop a range of skills in communication, creativity, group work, public speaking, essay writing, understanding social and political issues.
What happens when you finish?
GCSE Drama can lead to further study at AS/A level, BTEC or beyond. A GCSE in Drama will likely lead to: Actor, Stage Manager, Administrator, Therapist, Teacher, Theatre Director or Radio Presenter. Subject Leader: Mr Dafydd Francis Exam board 25 [email protected] AQA - GCSE Spanish (8698) Would this Course suit me? AQA - GCSE French (8658)
• Do you want to travel the world? Course structure • Are you looking for a fulfilling experience? GCSE French and Spanish are modular courses • Looking to enhance your CV? and the exams are sat at the end of year 11. • Do you want better chances of getting into your first-choice University? • Then GCSE Spanish/French is for you…. Students are required to study; GCSE SPANISH OR FRENCH
The study of a foreign language is now even more important than The courses follow three key themes: before and should be enjoyable, intellectually stimulating and Theme 1: Identity and Culture useful. Theme 2: Local, national, international and global It is recognised that most people should study a foreign language up to areas of interest. GCSE level in order to encourage awareness of and tolerance for a different way of life. The Theme 3: Current and future study and employment courses give the skills needed to communicate in a foreign language which we hope will Paper 1: Listening: encourage a desire to delve even deeper into Hispanic / Francophone culture. • Written exam • 25% of GCSE • inclusive of questions in English, and questions in Spanish/French What happens when you finish? (Career Pathway) Paper 2: Speaking: Being able to speak to locals when you go on holiday is just one of the many reasons why you should learn a • 10-12 minute assessment including Role play, Photo language at GCSE. You might even encounter an opportunity to speak a foreign language in your hometown or card, and General conversation. local community as there are many tourists visiting the UK. • 25% of GCSE Paper 3: Reading: With a GCSE language under your belt, you could always volunteer abroad for a few weeks over the summer • Written exam: 45 minutes - 1 hour through a volunteer organisation. Volunteering abroad is a great addition to your CV; you can go to different • 25% of GCSE countries all over the world and put your language skills to very good use. • Inclusive of: Questions in English, Questions in There are plenty of opportunities to continue learning languages at university and most courses include a year Spanish/French and translation from Spanish to English / abroad, where you can experience Hispanic / Francophone culture for yourself! French to English Paper 4: Writing: Many celebrities learnt languages and used them as a platform for developing their careers. Jonathan Ross, • Written exam 1 hour – 1hour 15 minutes Gwyneth Paltrow, Gary Lineker, Paula Radcliffe and JK Rowling all studied MFL in school, college and university. • 25% of GCSE Knowing another language makes you a huge asset to any employer, so it’s in your best interest to keep your • Inclusive of: responding to a photo stimulus, short skill level up to help you get further in the future. People who speak a language earn on average 12% more passages, translation from English to Spanish/French, a from their job than people who don’t. From being a famous sports personality’s translator, to working for the structured writing task, open-ended writing task. government, languages can open doors to exciting career prospects. Teaching, translation, travel writing, diplomatic services and engineering for international companies are also popular career choices for language learners. There are numerous French / Spanish companies with offices in Britain, for example Christian Dior, L’Oréal, Seat and Santander. Subject leader: Mrs Bianca Chowdhury 26 [email protected]
Would this Course suit me?
In embarking on a GCSE Geography course, some questions for you to consider:
• Are you interested in learning about extreme weather events, such as hurricanes and the GEOGRAPHY GCSE phenomenon of El Niño and La Niña and how we influence when they occur? Exam dates • Do you enjoy conducting and participating in fieldwork outside the classroom? May/June 2023 • Would you like to understand the reasons behind some of the major events which happen around the world and how it might impact, and change, your future within the UK? Useful Websites (Subject specific) http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse- If so then GCSE Geography will be for you! geography-b-geography-for-enquiring-minds
Students are required to study;
Paper 1 (35% of overall marks) Our Natural World - Global Hazards, Changing Climate, Distinctive Landscapes, Sustaining Ecosystems and Fieldwork and Geographical Skills
Paper 2 (35% of overall marks) People and Society - Urban Futures, Dynamic Development, UK in the 21st Century, Resource Reliance and Fieldwork and Geographical Skills.
Paper 3 (30% of overall marks) Geographical Exploration - Geographical Skills and Decision Making Exercise.
Exam board What happens when you finish? (Career Pathway) OCR Geography B - (Geography for Enquiring Minds) J384 The beauty of studying Geography is that you are not ‘tied down’ to one specific job but have the skills Course structure and knowledge to access many different jobs, sometimes unrelated to the subject you have studied due 3 exams – x2 Physical/Human Geography papers to the skills you have developed. Pupils who study GCSE Geography will be skilled in working with digital (1hr 15 mins) technologies, statistics & Global Information Systems. Geographical Exploration and Decision Making Exercises (1hr 30 mins) Career pathways that are opened up to you range from teaching, climatologist, nature conservation, environmental consultancy, tourism development, and town planning. Other careers can exist outside traditional Geography as you will have developed the skillset needed for careers such as financial and professional services, retail, medicine and local government. Subject leader: Miss Clair Harris 27 [email protected] Would this Course suit me?
In embarking on a GCSE history course you need to ask yourself some key questions; GCSE GCSE HISTORY • Are you inspired by history’s colourful characters, whether they are heroes, heroines or villains?
• Do you ever wonder what events have shaped the world around you and why things happen when they do? Exam board AQA - GCSE History (8145) • Would you like to dig under the surface to discover what drives people and civilisations; sometimes to do great good, but sometimes to do real evil? Course structure If so, then GCSE history might just be for you! 2 Written Examinations – 2 hours each
Students are required to study;
One thematic study, one period study, two in depth studies and a study of the historic environment
Paper 1 Understanding the Modern World = 50% marks Exam dates This paper will focus on the following units of study; Germany, 1890-1945: Democracy and May/June 2023 dictatorship, Conflict and Tension: 1918-1939 Useful Websites Paper 2 Shaping the Nation = 50% marks www.bbc.co.uk/bytesize/historygc This paper will focus on the following units of study; Britain: Health and the People: c.1000 to the se present day, Elizabethan England, c1568-1603 www.historyinthemaking.co.uk
What happens when you finish? (Career Pathway)
History is a challenging subject. You will need to be prepared to do quite a bit of independent research and also writing. However, there are a tremendous amount of benefits; • You gain a qualification that is highly regarded by colleges and employers. • Valuable transferrable skills that you can use in future study and work. • The context that will help you to understand a lot of your other subjects and life so much better. • The chance to travel back in time to experience another world every single lesson and think about how it compares to the present day and your future. Subject Leader: Miss Nicola Wright 28 [email protected]
Would this Course suit me? Are you interested in learning about the music industry?
Can you play an instrument or sing? Do you enjoy composing music? Do you enjoy performing? Do you enjoy working in an ensemble?
Exam board Exam date: MUSIC GCSE EDUQAS Coursework deadline - April 2023 Listening exam - June 2023
Useful Websites: Course structure The EDUQAS specification encourages you to study the three distinct disciplines www.tes.co.uk of performing, composing and appraising through four areas of study. This www.musicalcontexts.co.uk exciting course allows you to work independently and within an ensemble. You www.eduqas.co.uk will develop your own instrument and composing skills. www.bitesize.co.uk www.thestudentroom.co.uk#
Students are required to study; Area of Study 1 Western Classical Tradition forms the basis of Musical Forms What happens when you finish? and Devices. Music could lead onto to a job as a performer; teacher, songwriter, recording Area of Study 2 Music for Ensemblen engineer, manager, promotor and also within other areas too; digital marketing, Area of Study 3 Film Music music therapy, legal jobs, technology, and media. Area of Study 4 Popular Music
Composition 1: Composition ONE of which is a brief based on one of the Areas of Study (Sept 2020) Composition 2: Students can choose to compose a ‘Free’ Composition Performance 1 & 2 : One solo performance. One ensemble performance 29 Subject Leader: Mrs Claire Morris Exam dates [email protected] May/June 2023 Would this Course suit me? In embarking on a GCSE Photography course you need to ask yourself some key questions;
• Do you have a keen interest in Photography and Art related disciplines?
• Are you self-motivated and will work on coursework during after school club and at home? GCSE PHOTOGRAPHY
• Are you interested in exploring and analysing the work of photographers and artists?
• Are you a creative thinker and interested in developing your own designs and ideas?
• Do you enjoy working digitally and using a computer to edit and enhance your photographs?
• Are you interested in creating your own digital portfolio of work? Useful Websites: https://www.studentartguide.com/ https://artwithmisswilson.weebly.com/ Exam board https://digital-photography-school.com Edexcel http://www.photographyrevision.com https://photographylife.com
Course structure Component one: 60% Personal portfolio What happens when you finish? Component two: 40% Externally set assignment (culminating in a 10 GCSE Photography provides students with a wide range of creative, exciting and stimulating hour- practical exam) opportunities to explore their interests in ways that are both personally relevant and developmental in nature. Students will be expected to demonstrate skills and techniques in the context of their chosen areas of study within Photography: This two component specification enables students to develop their ability to actively engage in the processes of Photography– to build creative skills through learning and doing, to develop • Use photographic techniques and processes, appropriate to imaginative and intuitive ways of working and develop knowledge and understanding of media, students’ personal intentions materials and technologies in historical and contemporary contexts, societies and cultures. • Use computer software such as Photoshop to develop ideas and develop photographs It is a strong foundation for further progression to Art, Design & Photography related courses and • Develop the use of an online portfolio website to showcase their enhanced vocational and career pathways photography work • Investigating different ways of working, as appropriate to their chosen areas of study within Photography • Use drawing as a medium to record and plan Subject Leader: Mrs Hayley Rock 30 [email protected]
Would this Course suit me? GCSE GCSE PSYCHOLOGY
Is Psychology the right course for you? • Does the idea of psychology sound interesting? • Are you interested in finding out why people do things that they do? • Do you ever wonder why different things affect different people in different ways? Exam dates • Have you ever wondered about why people in crowds act differently to people on their own? May/June 2023
Exam board Useful Websites AQA - Psychology GCSE - 8182 (Subject specific) Course structure https://www.aqa.org.uk/subje cts/psychology/gcse/psycholo 2 Written Examinations. gy-8182 Paper 1 – 1hour 45 Paper 2 – 1hour 45
Students are required to study; What happens when you finish? (Career Pathway) Psychology is a varied, interesting but challenging course. You will be expected Paper 1 – Cognition and behaviour to supplement your class work independently, and there is a large amount of This paper focuses on 4 key different areas within psychology. Topic 1: Development, research and written work involved. You will also be expected to learn and recall looking at how you develop, and factors that affect this. Topic 2: Memory, looking at information from a wide range of different studies alongside the theory. how your memory works, what happens if it goes wrong. Topic 3: Perception, looking at how we perceive the world around us.Topic 4: Research Methods topic which looks into The skills that you develop through this course could be invaluable for your further detail about how psychological research is carried out. future education and career. There are a wide variety of possible careers open Paper 2 – Social context and behaviour to someone who studies psychology from teaching, educational psychologists, This paper focuses on 4 key different areas within psychology. Topic 1: Social Influences, working in mental health to working with rehabilitating criminals how do others affect you, crowd dynamics and group theory. Topic 2: Language, thought and communication, how do we process language and communicate with others. Topic 3: the Brain and Neuropsychology, looking at how your brain affects you. Topic 4: Psychological problems, looking at several different psychological problems including addiction and depression, and how they affect individuals and treatments for them. . Subject Leader: Mr Chris Guerin 31 [email protected] Exam dates:
May /June 2023 GCSE STATISTICS Would this Course suit me?
Do you love maths? Would you like to develop your mathematical skills to apply them in real life contexts? Then Statistics is a great option for you!
Statistics will develop mathematical skills such as using formula, calculating probabilities and critically interpreting data. You will work with data from a range of cross-curricular topics such as science, geography as well as sport, finance, medicine and transport.
If you are a confident mathematician and would consider A-Level maths in the future, then you should definitely consider Statistics GCSE.
Exam board
Edexcel GCSE Statistics (1ST0) Course structure What happens when you finish? (Career 2 Written Examinations – 1 hour 30 each Pathway) Students are required to study; • The use of and application of statistical techniques in a variety of authentic investigations, Statistics is a challenging subject and during the course you will using real-world data. learn to use appropriate data collection methods, choose formulae, • Students will also build on prior knowledge of mathematical formula in order to understand create graphs, and calculate probabilities in order to understand and interpret data from subjects across the curriculum and in everyday life. how the world works. Skills in collecting and interpreting data are essential to many further education courses such as maths, Paper 1 economics, geography, science, business studies, politics, 50% of the qualification psychology, sociology and more. Data collection skills are also 80 marks transferrable for all University courses that require you to write a • The collection of data dissertation. • Processing, representing and analysing data Statistics GCSE is also a great start on a pathway in a variety of • Probability industries, as jobs increasingly rely on data, making this course a great option to help you to develop important skills for any career Paper 2 path. 50% of the qualification 80 marks • The collection of data • Processing, representing and analysing data • Probability Subject Leader: Mrs Claire Morris Course Structure 32 Component one: 60% Personal portfolio [email protected] Component two: 40% Externally set assignment (culminating in a 10 hour- Would this course suit me? practical exam) GCSE Textiles design provides scope for innovation and creativity. Textile Design is a versatile practice that involves the creation, selection, manipulation Exam dates and application of a range of materials such as fibres, yarns and fabrics, and processes May/June 2023 such as weaving, knitting, stitching and printing to create designs and products. Textile designers work in multi-disciplinary ways to create ideas, materials and techniques for Exam Board Useful Websites different applications. Textile designers also play an important role in the world of Edexcel https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qu fashion, theatre, performance and retail. Students will also understand that Textile alifications/edexcel-gcses/art-and-design- Design practitioners may work within a team environment in a large commercial 2016.html manufacturing company, on a single aspect of the design or making process, or work as freelance practitioners on commissions or self-directed projects. They will need good https://www.studentartguide.com/ communication skills in order to liaise with clients and to promote themselves as textiles designers and makers. Pinterest
Are you creative? Do you enjoy designing and making? GCSE GCSE TEXTILES Students will be expected to demonstrate skills and techniques in What happens when you finish? the context of their chosen areas of study within Art. GCSE Art and Design provides students with a wide range of creative, exciting and stimulating opportunities to explore Students will be expected to demonstrate skills and techniques in the context of their chosen areas of their study within textiles design. Students will look at a range of textiles areas, you may explore overlapping interests in ways that are both personally relevant and areas and combinations of the below areas, as listed below: developmental in nature. • This two component specification enables students to • Art textiles develop their ability to actively engage in the processes of • Fashion design and illustration Art and Design • Costume design – to build creative skills through learning and doing, to • Constructed textiles develop imaginative and intuitive ways of working and • Printed and dyed textiles develop knowledge and understanding of media, materials • Surface pattern and technologies in historical and contemporary contexts, • Stitched and/or embellished textiles societies and cultures. • Soft furnishings and/or textiles for interiors • It is a strong foundation for further progression to Art and • Digital textiles Design related courses such as A-level Art and Design, • Installed textiles vocational and career pathways to the diversity of the subject you are able to choose a vast Drawing is also an essential skill in the development process of Textile Design, from initial visual array of courses including art textiles, fashion design, printed research, recording from primary sources, through to the translation of ideas into finished and dyed textiles to name but a few. designs. Drawing in Textile Design can embrace a range of tools across all areas of study, and outcomes can be digital and/or non-digital. A range of drawing and mark-making methods will encourage students to consider multiple ways of reading, thinking and applying drawing in different contexts. Subject Leader: Miss Nicola Wright 33 [email protected]
Would this Course suit me? Are you interested in learning about the music industry?
This course allows you to engage with the music industry and develop a range of relevant practical and technical skills. You will explore music product development and events management, and apply your knowledge in new and practical industry-related contexts.
Exam date: MUSIC BTEC
Unit 1 - June 2022 Exam board Unit 2 - June 2023 Pearson
Useful Websites:
www.tes.co.uk www.musicalcontexts.co.uk www.bitesize.co.uk www.thestudentroom.co.uk# Course structure You will carry out tasks/assignments throughout the course. What happens when you finish? Students are required to study; A BTEC Level 1 & 2 in music could lead onto to a job as a performer; teacher, songwriter, recording engineer, manager, promotor and also within other areas ● the music industry ● managing a music product. You will build on the too; digital marketing, music therapy, legal jobs, technology, and media. knowledge gained in the mandatory units, and explore two sub-sectors of the music industry, by choosing a further two units, covering areas such as: ● introducing live sound ● introducing music composition ● introducing music performance ● introducing music recording ● introducing music sequencing. 34 Subject Leader: Mrs Rebecca Davis-Musabayana Will this course suit me? [email protected] All work will be related to performing, creating and Course structure understanding specific types of theatre and
performance. There is theory alongside practical work BTEC BTEC PERFORMINGARTSACTING BTEC tech level 2 Award in Performing Arts (Acting) is made up of and this is often covered through a mixture of hands-on 3 components; individual and group tasks. The course allows you to Exam dates Developing Acting Skills and Techniques develop a range of skills in communication, creativity, Exploring the Performing Arts group work, problem solving, understanding social and May/June 2023 Performing to a Brief political issues. Exam board
Edexcel .
How will the course be assessed?
The course is assessed through a range of practical and theoretical coursework.
What happens when you finish? Why study acting?
BTEC acting is an interesting course in its own right, or can lead to further study at The BTEC tech course will help you to understand Acting, the AS/A level, BTEC or beyond. A BTEC tech acting course will likely lead to many Performing Arts Industry and the Theatre. The course is suited to professions: Acting, directing, stage management, costume designing, teaching, or students who enjoy a wide range of Acting skills and are interested radio presenting. in being actively involved in performing and creating drama. It will help you to develop your creative skills, performance skills and broaden your understanding of different theatre genres. It is a 5
3 BTEC LEVEL 2 HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE 3 Exam dates Exam 202 February/May Once you have completed the course you may wishmay you coursethe completed you have Once Health in qualification 3National Level the study to 3Level The form. orsixth college a at Care Social and units of number a complete youto require will over experience) workhours100least at (including you whether of option the have then You years.two or level at degree subject the continue to like would care or social health, the in work to training enter are There endless. are opportunities the profession; careers related Care Social and Health many Physiotherapy,Work, Social Nursing, available: endless are options the etc. Dietician Teaching, What happens when youfinish? when happens What Pathway) (Career ; ranging health and social care sector will will sector care social and health ranging - –
3 Components in Total in 3Components Edexcel Board: Exam 2 Coursework based Components (Internally assessed and externally verified) externally and assessed (Internally Components based 2Coursework (Externally Wellbeing) and Health 3: (Component component assessment 1External assessed)
➢ ➢ ➢ ➢
Component 3: Health and Wellbeing: factors affecting health and wellbeing, physiological physiological wellbeing, and health affecting factors Wellbeing: and Health 3: Component plans. improvement indicators, lifestyle factors,
accessing services and Care Values. Care and services accessing Component 2: Health and Social Care Services and Values: HSC care services, Barriers to to Barriers services, HSCcare Values: and Services Care Social and Health 2: Component
Events. Component 1: Human Lifespan Development: Life Stages, Growth and Development and Life Life and Development and Growth Life Stages, Development: Lifespan Human 1: Component
Students are required to study to required are Students Course structure structure Course
Edexcel Edexcel Exam board Exam
sectors. enable you to successfully pursue a career in the health and social care care social and health the in career a pursue successfully to you enable
underpin every role in the wide the in role every underpin stages of human lifespan development and being aware of the values that that values the of aware being and development lifespan human of stages ability, and the ability to present your ideas clearly. Understanding the the Understanding clearly. ideas your present to ability the and ability, any sector by equipping you with communication skills, organisational organisational skills, communication youwith equipping by sector any
This qualification will help you to prepare you for virtually any career in in career any virtually for you prepare youto help will qualification This
Would this Course suit me? suit Course this Would
[email protected] Subject MissSubject Leader:SheranKaur Subject Leader: Ms Nina Ridding 36 [email protected]
Would this Course suit me? You live in a world filled with media all sending out messages that are designed to affect you in some way. From video clips on your
phones, to TV ads, to blockbuster movies, to posters at the bus BTEC MEDIA PRODUCTIONMEDIA BTEC stop, to the music in your headphones, you are surrounded by media messages for most of your waking hours. The study of media teaches you to begin to analyse and make sense of them all. Through the study of media, you will develop a critical mind and learn to understand what the media is trying to communicate to What happens when you finish? you on both on an obvious and a less obvious level. In an The study of media opens up a whole range of increasingly complex media landscape, where media can be career pathways for you as it offers an introduction accessed in a variety of different ways and from a variety of to a range of different media industries. From this different places, the study of the media gives you the tools to you may go on to further training in TV and radio analyseand take control of the messages you receive. production and presenting, print production or even the development of new social media and Exam board Exam dates apps. Even if you don’t wish to work within the Edexcel/Pearson BTEC May/June 2023 media industry, this subject offers you skills you can use elsewhere such a critical thinking, analysis, Course structure Useful Websites evaluation and a better understanding of society in general. Coursework 60% http://mediaeducation.co.uk/http://www.i External assessment 40% ntofilm.org/
Students are required to study;
Component 1 - Exploring Media Products (Coursework). You will analyse a variety of different media products including film, TV, magazines, comics, adverts, video games and apps. You will then focus on a specific film genre and analyse in detail how meaning is created for audiences through things like sound, editing and lighting. Component 2 - Developing digital media production skills (coursework) In this component you will develop production skills in either film or publishing and then create your own media product (either a short film or magazine) based on a pre-existing one. Component 3 - Create a Media Product in Response to a Brief (External assessment) For this you will be required to respond to a brief set by the exam board. You will need to plan, produce and evaluate a product you have created for a specific audience. Subject leader: Mrs Rebecca Davis-Musabayana 37 [email protected]
Would this course suit me?
The BTEC course is a vocational pathway which means you are given scenarios which link to the performing arts industry. It will create an opportunity for you to explore different dance
practitioners, choreograph in a variety of dance styles and watch live professional works. BTEC PERFORMING ARTS DANCEARTSPERFORMING BTEC Dance gives us the chance to express ourselves when we struggle to find our voice, it opens a Exam dates: May/June 2023 door which allows freedom and creativity without judgement. Dance is an outlet for our emotions, feeling and opinions on the issues that surround us, it is a powerful tool of Useful Websites: communication. From studying this course you will notice an improvement in your fitness and stamina. You will Edexcel Website be physically challenged during workshops through extensive routines, warmups and technique exercises. Exam board: BTEC Tech Award in Performing Arts – Dance Students are required to study: Pathway
You will be introduced to the range of physical skills (for example balance, posture, coordination and Course structure: alignment) needed by a dancer and you will be given the opportunity to develop and improve these skills in workshops and rehearsals. You will rehearse and perform choreographed dance pieces. You will experience Component 1: Investigating Practitioners work. and demonstrate a variety of different dance styles. Component 2: Developing Skills and techniques The ability to reproduce movements accurately and remember them in phrases and longer routines is an important skill for any dancer. You will begin by learning to reproduce and remember basic movement for Live Performance Component 3:Group Performance Workshop patterns, before moving on to more complex material later in the programme. Like actors, dancers need to interpret the story, mood and/or style of the piece they are to perform. In developing interpretative skills you will learn about focus, musicality and facial expression. As well as meeting the physical demands of a dancer, it is also important to develop an appreciation of professional dance works. You will be studying dance practitioners and companies such as Christopher Bruce and The Royal Ballet. You will explore production elements, rehearsal process, choreographic content and purpose of the piece.
What happens when you finish? Career pathway:
Whether you choose to become a performer, teacher, costume designer, dance therapist or a company manager, all of these roles require an understanding of dance in its many forms and all of them have an essential contribution to make to the dance world. This course also teaches you transferable skills such as team work, creativity, working under pressure, confidence and innovative thinking. These skills will help you in any industry and subjects across the curriculum. Subject Leader: Mr Gareth Evans 38
[email protected] CAMBRIDGE OCR NATIONAL IN SPORT NATIONAL OCR CAMBRIDGEIN Would this Course suit me?
If you can answer yes to at least three of the questions below then you should consider the OCR National in Sport course • Do you love experiencing and developing the different skills and tactics needed for various team and individual sports? • Would you like to referee your own football game? • Would you like to learn about how the body works? • Would you like to work with primary school children and teach them different physical activities that you have planned yourself? • Can you keep to all deadlines?
Exam board Course structure: 4 components in total: OCR Each component makes up 25% of the course. Students are able to sit the exam twice and keep the best score
Students are required to study 4 Exam dates: components in total: May 2022 1 Externally assessed exam. June 2023 • Contemporary issues in sport
3 Internally assessed coursework units Useful Website: • Developing sports skills • Sports leadership www.ocr.com • Sport and the media What happens when you finish?
• Teaching P.E • Physiotherapy • Sports coaching • Fitness instructor Subject leader: Mrs Baljit Bains 39 [email protected] Would This Course Suit Me?
The OCR Cambridge Nationals is a vocationally related qualification that takes an engaging, practical and inspiring approach to learning and
assessment. They are industry relevant, geared NATIONALS OCR CAMBRIDGE iMEDIA CREATIVE to key sector requirements and very popular with schools and colleges because they suit such a broad range of learning styles and abilities. From personal computers to smartphones, from apps to websites, all of our lives, every day, are enhanced through the use of ICT. The Cambridge Exam board Nationals in ICT reflect this and provide students OCR- Cambridge Nationals (J810) Level 2 Certificate with a solid foundation for understanding and Useful Websites applying this subject in their future working lives. http://ocr.org.uk/qualifications/cambridge-nationals-ict-level-1-2- j800-j810-j820 Exam dates http://www.teach-ict.com June 2022/2023 http://www.reviseict.co.uk https://www.hoddereducation.co.uk/Dynamic-Learning
Students are required to study
• Unit R081 – Pre-production skills: A mandatory unit and a foundation for optional units, this unit will give students a solid base to develop knowledge and understanding of pre-production documents used in the creative sector. Examples of content include: Mood boards, Storyboards, Mind maps, Scripts, Visualisation diagrams. • Unit R082 – Creating Digital Graphics: In this unit, students will understand the purpose and properties of digital graphics, and know where and how they are used. They will be able to plan the creation of digital graphics, create new digital graphics using a range of editing techniques and review a completed graphic against a specific brief. • Unit R085 – Creating a multipage website: This unit will enable learners to explore and understand the different properties, purposes and features of multipage websites, plan and create a multipage website and review the final website against a specific brief. • Unit R088 – Creating a digital sound sequence: In this unit, learners will understand the purpose of digital audio products and where they are used. They will be able to plan a digital sound sequence, create and edit a digital sound sequence and review the final sound sequence against a specific brief.
What happens when you finish? (Career Pathway)
This course will allow students to gain valuable ICT and computing skills for future employment or the academic achievement required to go on to a Level 3 vocational ICT course in Higher Education. Subject leader: Mrs Michele Davies 40 [email protected] Exam dates Would this Course suit me? November 2022 & July 2023 In embarking on this course you need to ask yourself some key questions; Useful Websites • Could you plan, prepare and cook a two course meal for two? • Do you remember your ingredients for practical lessons? www.eduqas.co.uk • Do you want to be the next Jamie or Nigella? www.foodthefactoflife.com • Are you up to the challenge?
If so then Level 2 Hospitality and catering might just be for you!
HOSPITALITY & CATERING & HOSPITALITY EDUQAS LEVEL 2 AWARD2 LEVEL EDUQAS
By studying Level 2 Hospitality and Catering, learners will be able to: • Demonstrate effective and safe cooking skills by planning, preparing and cooking a variety of food commodities whilst using different cooking techniques and equipment. • Develop knowledge and understanding of the functional properties and chemical characteristics of food as well as a sound knowledge of the nutritional content of food and drinks. • Understand the relationship between diet, nutrition and health, including the physiological and psychological effects of poor diet and health. • Understand the economic, environmental, ethical and socio-cultural influences on food availability, production processes, diet and health choices. • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of functional and nutritional properties, sensory qualities and microbiological food safety considerations when preparing, processing, storing, cooking and serving food. • Understand and explore the Hospitality and Catering industry, the job roles and the different types of equipment use to support the industry.
Course structure Exam board Unit 1: The Hospitality and Catering Industry EDUQAS - Hospitality and catering level 40% (90 Marks) are through assessment by an online written examination – 1 hour 30mins 1or level 2 (GCSE equivalent). Unit 2: Hospitality and Catering in Action Students will be graded pass, merit 60% Non-Examination Assessment: internally assessed, externally moderated. Students given 9 hours to investigate, plan and produce a two course meal for two or distinction. (3 hour for practical work)
What can you do with this qualification? This qualification is a stepping-stone to the following careers:- Chef, Environmental Health Officer, Restaurant Manager, Teacher, Product Development, Food Critic, Dietician. 41 DUKE OF EDINBURGH AWARD th th 20. 20 April Exam dates Exam applicable Not Useful Websites: Useful https://www.dofe.org/ https://www.dofe.org/ dofewithadifference/ and student who enrol with receive a a receive with enrol who student and pack. welcome How do I get involved? get I do How in the launched wasaward This students inform to assembly an be will There . For example, playing example, For . showing determination, commitment commitment determination, showing , The award requires you to complete three sections: physical, skill skill physical, sections: three complete to you requires awardThe Duke Duke or helping your your helping or What happens when you finish? Career pathway: Career finish?you when happens What you and colleges that awards gold and silver are there however award, Bronze the offers only Ninestiles time in point this At offer cadets) or scouts the as (suchgroups Miss Lucy Fisher Lucy Miss ? Do you want to try something new? new? somethingtry to want you Do ?
@ninestiles.org.uk
Each of the three sections should take place for 1 hour per week for either 3 or 6 months 3or6 foreither week per 1hour forplace take should sections three the of Each
football (physical), learning chess (skill) and volunteering as a school perfect (service) for an hour each each week. hour an for (service) perfect school a as volunteering and (skill) chess learning (physical), football and service. and and demonstrating that you are a more rounded individual. rounded more a are youthat demonstrating and
By taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh award you develop yourself in several key areas key several in yourself develop you award Edinburgh of Duke the in part taking By Students are required to study: to required are Students Would this Course suit me?suitCourse this Would
love. recognised award learning new things and doing what you what and doing things new learning award recognised
of Edinburgh is a fantastic opportunity to gain a nationally a nationally gain to opportunity a fantastic is Edinburgh of Something without an exam? Without Coursework? Without exam? an without Something
local community local Do you do lots of extracurricular activities extracurricular oflots do you Do
Lucy.fisher Subject Leader: Subject 42 Enrichment Enrichment is Enrichment half each launched students and term online sign up will Form Microsoft via email). via out (sent How do I get I do How involved? Exam dates Exam applicable Not - are tailored to the abilities of the students. Hence, Hence, the students. of abilities the to are tailored Miss Lucy Fisher Lucy Miss Ninestiles
offers a wealth of opportunity for students to take part in extra in part take to students for opportunity of wealth a offers
@ninestiles.org.uk
to embark on another activity, they can sign up to another each half term. term. half each another to up sign can they activity, another on embark to the level of challenge increases as the students progress. If students wish wish students If progress. students as the increases challenge of level the Activities at Activities
What happens when you finish? Career pathway: Career youfinish? when happens What
and make new friends, whilst building their CV. CV. their building whilst new friends, make and
enrichment is a fantastic way for students to learn new skills, grow in confidence in grow skills, new learn to for students way fantastica is enrichment
curricular activities. There are activities to suit all students. Getting involved in involved Getting students.all suit to activities are There activities.curricular
Ninestiles
Would this Course suit me?suitCourse this Would
Coding, knitting and STEM. STEM. and knitting Coding,
the enrichment on offer to students include UNICEF volunteering, Archery, Debate, Archery, volunteering, UNICEF include students to offer on enrichment the
Staff lead students in an area of enrichment chosen by the students. Some examples of of examples Some students. the by chosen of enrichment area an in lead students Staff
Students are required to study: to required are Students
Lucy.fisher Subject Leader: Subject Message from Miss Oliver 43 Assistant Principal KS4
Dear students I am extremely excited for you to join KS4 next Academic year. KS4 is the final chapter of every student’s journey at Ninestiles and will provide the best foundations for you to achieve your aspirations at KS4 and beyond. At times it will feel difficult but you will get there, all you need is hard work, commitment and respect in order to achieve your goals and become the best version of yourself. As Assistant Principal for KS4 I along with your tutor and teachers will give you high quality support and guidance that will enable you to move onto the next stage of your life and develop the necessary skills and qualities to become your best version. This support will look like; mentoring, interventions, careers interviews, application guidance, grade feedback, wellbeing check- ins and character development. We will guide you to understand how the school’s core values of respect, commitment and achievement really are the key to success. Ultimately, we want you to be happy and to make a positive contribution to the world. You have talents and abilities that are unique to you. You have something to offer to this world, something that cannot be taken away, or added to. Please remember that and embrace all the opportunities that have been prepared for you this year, including enrichment and intervention.
What can you do to make sure you become the best version of yourself in preparation for Year 10? ▪ Develop positive and respectful relationships with your peers, teachers and the wider community. ▪ Role model our Core Values and high expectations to your younger peers. ▪ Learn well and take ownership of your learning, fostering learning habits that support achievement. ▪ Understand what you are expected to learn and extend your learning through the use of Knowledge Organisers, Revision Guides, Hegarty Maths, GCSEPOD and Enrichment. ▪ Understand the importance of key British values (democracy, individual liberty, rule of law, respect and tolerance) in your everyday life. ▪ Produce high quality work that demonstrates a high level of commitment to your learning. ▪ Further develop your love of reading and extend your wider vocabulary so that you can express your ideas clearly. ▪ Become a resilient learner who is able to cope with failure and learn from it. ▪ Have high aspirations and have a clear plan in place for progression into KS4 and beyond. ▪ Be happy, engaged, enjoy learning and be proud to attend Ninestiles, An Academy.
Sometimes, we need to make a big change in order to unleash the best version of ourselves. That could be 100% Attendance for this academic year, achieving all homework deadlines, attending enrichment and intervention sessions, no consequences during the full school day, completing revision at home and showing respect to everyone you come into contact with. You don’t just happen to stumble upon the best version or yourself. You need to show up, start at the beginning and take lots of small steps in order to become what you envision.
Always remember that I along with all members of staff are here to support and offer guidance, nothing is ever too small so please ask. ‘Some people dream of accomplishing great things. Others stay awake and make it happen’
45
Hello Year 9 Once you have selected your options, you are ready to start on the journey that you have chosen for Years 10 and 11 (Key Stage 4). Key Stage 4 is one of the most important parts of your education, and ultimately, the effort that you put in between now and your GCSE exams, will determine what opportunities await you after Ninestiles. Year 10 can be a challenging year, and there will be a need for maturity, hard work and resilience, as we look towards new opportunities such as work experience and college applications. The Year 10 team will be there to support you, so now is the perfect time to aim high and dig deep for the future that you want. In Year 10, we ask you to “be the best version of yourself”. This means really looking at your work ethic, your behaviour, and how you interact with your peers and the staff at school, and making changes if you do not think you are the best that you could be. We want the best for you, and you should want that too! Sometimes even small changes can have a big impact. Miss Wright (Director of Year 10) Miss Wright Director of Year 10 46
Messages from Year 10 students
“When you’re choosing your options, don’t choose ones “Year 10 is different – you that your friends are in. haven’t got time to mess “Keep your goals simple – know Friends can change, and then around”. what you want, and stick to it”. you are stuck doing a subject you don’t enjoy”.
“Make sure you think about “Pick an option that you enjoy. your options carefully. Choose It’s nice to have a subject subjects you are interested in, where you can relax a bit and good at, and that will help you just enjoy doing the work”. in the future”. 47 Year 10 Study Skills
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3
Session Content: Session Content: Session Content: Values and Expectations Coping with Exam Stress Command Words Aspirations Exam Conduct, Rules, Regulations Writing a CV and Line Ups – Preparation Embedding Learning Writing a Covering Letter English – Top Tips for revising WEX reflection Natalie Sutton – Careers / Mathematics – Top Tips for revising Interview techniques WEX Money Matters GCSEPod and Hegarty Maths Creating a personal statement Becoming an independent How maintain a Healthy Mind and a learner Healthy Body Preparing for Year 11 48 About Year 11 Motivate them into wanting to succeed and achieve the best outcomesbest the achieve succeedto and wanting into them Motivate the in questions order higher those tackle to best how and tips revision on advice offerTo examinations The aims of the sessions are as follows: as are sessions the of aims The schoolof year final their in students support To techniques revision their Upskill • • statements, personal their sessions i.e. the in activities of range a completeto asked are Students questions. examination and collegesfor referencetemplates worked have we exercises, motivational offerthat organisations someof support the enlisted have We year. this services their requested again oncehave and past the in UP’ ‘FIX with young our that recognise we as body a healthy and mind healthy a keeping sessions on also are There in living are we that times current the in especially paramount is health mental people’s to them want we them, motivate and support to here are staffof a team as we that know students The a with leave to and schoolof year final their enjoy to all of most and outcomes best very the achieve achievement. and fulfilment ofsense Year 11 Study Skills: DirectorYear of 11 Feedback: Year the by delivered are presentations the basis, fortnightly a on place take sessions skills study The team. tutor 11 • • • Miss Lucy Fisher Lucy Miss
@ninestiles.org.uk Ms Kaur Ms
Lucy.fisher Subject Leader: Subject 49
Messages from Year 11 students
“Study skills has equipped me with the “Allocated time to focus tools necessary to take the first steps in on college and the future, finding my place in the world. It is also a ensuring it’s safe and place where all our queries are answered easy as possible. Study and clears any misconceptions, we had about post 16 education. Study kills helped skills prepares us for the me with writing my personal statement and next steps in life so that has helped me gain the confidence needed we have the best to begin applying to college” experiences”
“I think study skills is “Study Skills aided me in my post 16 education and helped me with what I would like to do next useful because it helps us at college by giving me an insight and option for what I can do to help me succeed in the learn about our future and future. The lessons have given me many ideas and pathways for the future which was I was what we need to do to get very unsure of at first. I think study skills is important because it gives us more of a chance to think through what we want to do after we leave school. It’s important not to neglect this college” subject as it has helped and hopefully will help those secure a place in where they are to this day and where they want to be in the future” 50
Year 10 Study Skills
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3
Week Session Content: Week Session Content: Week Session Content: Beginning: Beginning: Beginning: (Insert dates (Insert dates (Insert dates once we have once we have once we have them) them) them)
Week 1: Personal Statement Week 1: FIX UP and GCSE POD Week 1: Mathematics – Top Tips for passing Motivational Videos the GCSE Week 2: References – Complete the Week 2: Exam Conduct, Rules, sheet to aid tutors Regulations and Line Ups – Week 2: English – Top Tips for passing the Week 3: Careers Assembly – Debbie Preparation GCSE Perry (depending on Week 3: Religious Education – Top Tips availability of the Hall and Week 3: Science – Top Tips for passing the for passing the GCSE GCSE Social Space Week 4: Coping with Exam Stress Week 4: CV Writing Week 4: Interview Techniques Strength Ambition Excellence Strength Ambition Excellence Through Through Through Through Through Through Diversity Challenge Curiosity Diversity Challenge Curiosity