Herne Bay High School 6Th Form Prospectus Academic Year 2021 – 2022
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Herne Bay High School 6th Form Prospectus Academic Year 2021 – 2022 SIXTH FORM COURSES COMMENCING IN SEPTEMBER 2021 Welcome to Herne Bay High School. At HBHS we offer a wide range of challenging A Levels and Btec qualifications (Level 3). Our aim is for students to study subjects they enjoy and will therefore thrive in. It is important for students to be confident, take responsibility and have an established future pathway after Year 13. We have approximately 300 students in the 6th Form and whilst the majority come from present HBHS students, a number of external candidates join us each year. Students in the 6th Form join a mixed Year 13 and 12 mentor group, to enable Year 12 students to learn through experiences of their peers. Admissions Procedure for entrance to Year 12 Applications from Internal and External Students are welcome. • All applicants should apply via the Kent Choices website (www.kentchoices.co.uk) by the deadline which is the 5th February 2021. • The minimum entry requirements for each subject are detailed on the Kent choices website and in this prospectus. • Should you miss the deadline for applications, please make contact once GCSE results are known in August by e mailing [email protected] Overall entry requirements are: For Level 3 qualifications the entry criteria is: 5 GCSE Grade 9-4 including a minimum Grade 4 in Mathematics and English • All applicants are invited to discuss their choices at an information, advice and guidance meeting in March 2021. • Students are admitted from all accessible areas (eg Whitstable, Canterbury, Thanet etc.) However, no further students are accepted after 17th September. Students should carefully consider the course details and explore the entry criteria. They should also consider their academic ability and interest in subjects before making a final decision. Furthermore, it is imperative that students look at how subject combinations may impact on Higher Education or career decisions. Students are expected to apply for three subjects, which they will study for two years. Please only choose one subject per option block. However, if students select a triple option eg Sport Pathway this will be classified as a full time course and take up all option blocks. Core Expectations The transfer from Key Stage 4 to Key Stage 5 make very different demands on a student. Students are required to be independent learners and assume greater responsibility for themselves. Students choose three subjects to study in Year 12, along with PSHEE. During year 12 and year 13, students may opt to apply to study the Extended Project as an additional qualification. Further information will be provided to students during the year. Whilst this is classified as full time, there is an expectation that students undertake at least 3-4 additional hours of learning per subject outside of the classroom. This means an additional 12 hours of study time. Therefore, the capability to work independently is essential. Students may use the 6th Form Area and ICT facilities in school from 7.30am until 4.30pm. Many students tend to do this as they find home very distracting. Employment We do not discourage part time employment; it does in fact provide excellent employability skills. However, we would not recommend that students work more than 10 hours per week. Research has shown that working more than 10 hours per week will cost students one grade per subject at the end of their courses. Work Experience We encourage all students to undertake Work Experience, particularly if required for a career path. e.g. Architecture, Dentistry, Medicine, Midwifery, Nursing, Pharmacy, Social Work and Teaching. Many students utilise their private study lessons or make use of the school holidays for Work Experience. Careers Students receive a wide range of information in order for them to make a positive decision about their future. Our students move onto a range of areas, such as University, Apprenticeships, Sponsored Degrees, Higher Education within Further Education, Direct Employment or taking a Gap Year. As a school we work in conjunction with the East Kent Business Partnership for Careers Advice but we also direct students to the National Careers Website, the careers section in the LRC, Information in the 6th Form Centre as well as the wealth of information provided via the 6th Form E mail communication. Sixth Form Leadership Team The 6th Form Team work closely with a team of 6th Form Mentors and together we will support your learning and help you achieve your goals. Mrs L Wrigley Head of 6th Form Mrs Wrigley’s responsibilities include the range of courses offered, student timetables, individual targets and quality assurance of the results achieved in the 6th Form. She is responsible for the development of PSHEE programmes, the reviewing of individual student progress and all aspects of University applications. Mrs S Godden Deputy Sixth Form Manager Mrs Godden manages the 6th Form Centre offering skills support, she looks after your wellbeing, providing advice and guidance in all aspects as required. Sixth Form Pastoral & Administration Support The 6th Form administrator offers pastoral support to students as well as monitoring student attendance. He authorises the Bursary Fund payments as well as providing administration support to the 6th Form Team. External Applicant Information for HBHS 6th Form September 2021 External Applicants If you are currently an external student wishing to apply to Herne Bay High school for a September 2021 start, you will need to apply online using the Kent Area Prospectus. https://www.kentprospectus.co.uk/ This is a straightforward process and if you currently attend a Kent school you will have been issued with a username and password to enable you to register. If you attend a school outside Kent it is an easy process and you should follow the four steps below. Step1 You will need to self-register on https://www.kentprospectus.co.uk/ by clicking on the link I don’t have an account: Step 2 A username and password will then be provided for you. Step 3 Use your username and password to register and make an online application. There is a user guide on the front page of the website that will instruct you on how to do this. Applications must be received as soon as possible and preferably by the end of December. Step 4 The school will then contact you by email to invite you for an appointment to discuss your course choices in the Spring Term (February). Level 3 Qualifications Available to students who intend following the Two Year Level 3 Programmes from SEPTEMBER 2021 Entry Requirements: Normally at least 5 x GCSE 9 – 4 (or equivalent) in separate subjects with a minimum grade 4 in English and Mathematics. Please see the subject specific requirements for each course. Herne Bay High School Courses for September 2021 Please view www.hernebayhigh.org or www.kentprospectus.co.uk for more information Subject Type of Qualification Length Awarding Body • Art Graphics/Visual Communications A Level 2 Years AQA • Art & Design Pathway A Levels x3 2 Years AQA • Biology A Level 2 Years OCR • Business A Level 2 Years Pearson • Chemistry A Level 2 Years OCR • Drama & Theatre A Level 2 Years Edugas • English Language & Literature A Level 2 Years OCR • English Literature A Level 2 Years OCR • Extended Project Qualification Extended Project Qualification 1 Year AQA • Financial Studies Diploma in Financial Studies 2 Years LIBF • Fine Art A Level 2 Years AQA • Football Academy Pathway A Level(s) 2 Years Various • Football Academy Pathway - Sport Btec National Extended Diploma 2 Years Pearson • Football Academy Pathway - Diploma in Level 2 VTCT Diploma 1 Year VTCT Health, Exercise & Fitness Studies – Gym Based • French A Level 2 Years AQA • Geography A Level 2 Years AQA • Health & Social Care Btec National Extended Certificate 2 Years Pearson • History A Level 2 Years AQA • ICT Cambridge Technical Introductory 2 Years OCR Diploma • Law A Level 2 Years AQA • Mathematics A Level 2 Years OCR • Mathematics (Further) A Level 2 Years OCR • Media A Level 2 Years WJEC • Music (Performance) Btec National Extended Certificate 2 Years Pearson • Performing Arts Dance Pathway Level 2 Btec International Certificate and 1 Year Various incorporating GCSE Media/Work GCSE Experience • Performing Arts Dance Btec National Extended Certificate 2 Years Pearson • Performing Arts Dance Pathway Btec National Extended Diploma 2 Years Pearson • Photography/Lens Based Media A Level 2 Years AQA • Physics A Level 2 Years OCR • Psychology A Level 2 Years Eduqas • Religious Studies A Level 2 Years Pearson • Rugby Academy Pathway Level 3 Pathway A Levels or Vocational 2 Years Various • Rugby Academy Pathway Level 2 VTCT Diploma 1 Year VTCT Diploma in Health, Exercise & Fitness Studies – Gym Based • Science Applied Btec National Extended Certificate 2 Years Pearson • Sociology A Level 2 Years AQA • Sport Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate 2 Years OCR • Sport & Physical Activity Pathway Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma 2 Years OCR • Stepping Stone Course incorporating Level 2 GCSE qualifications 1 Year Various Finance, Media, Sociology, English & Maths as required • Travel & Tourism Btec National Extended Certificate 2 Years Pearson Art Pathway A Levels A Levels in Fine Art, Art Graphics/Visual Communication and Photography/Lens-Based Media (Equivalent in size to THREE A levels) Overview The Art Pathway (3 A Levels) aims to provide students with key knowledge and understanding of the Art industry. It develops career opportunities as well as access to further or higher education courses. The course focuses mainly on Fine Art and all students will develop outcomes and responses that reflect their ideas as they develop across all three Art subjects namely: • Art Graphics & Visual Communications • Fine Art • Photography and Lens Based Media This is a FULL TIME COURSE and will fill your timetable.