Children and Young People Committee CYP(4)-01-12 Paper 3

Inquiry into the implementation of the Learning and Skills (Wales) Measure 2009

Additional evidence from Careers Wales

Increased collaboration for post 16 delivery

It is only possible to make an anecdotal response to this question. Across Wales we believe the picture to be mixed. Each Network has a somewhat different approach to the delivery of additional courses and to the funding of them e.g. in some areas, FE and schools will provide some funds from their core funding in addition to the Network funds, but this is not necessarily the position across every Network.

There is little evidence of collaboration with work based learning providers.

Improving skills levels

Vocational skills – it is too early to make any definitive statement on this . Young people may well be acquiring some new skills but until there is the opportunity to apply these new skills in a work / further learning setting, it is difficult to assess the depth of the knowledge and understanding; i.e. skills need to be practised and applied.

Employability skills – anecdotal evidence from some areas would suggest that young people are increasing their generic skills such as communication, team working etc and also showing increased motivation and confidence.

Impact on learners intending to apply for HE – it would appear that this particular group of learners are slow to mix academic and vocational subjects and tend to stay with the more traditional choices which they and their parents believe are required by HE institutions

Employer support

We discussed the input provided by employers to support the provision of impartial information and advice. Careers Wales facilitates the involvement of employers in work related learning – for the year 2010-11, employers undertook 17,645 interactions with learners.

Labour market information

As promised I have included a link and two attachments to LMI held on careerswales.com http://beta.careerswales.com/server.php?show=nav.7692&crci=251&title=Ac countant

Options Booklet

Please find attached 3 examples. I have others if you require them.

14-19 Learning Pathways Your 14-19 Learning Pathway will consist of one day attendance in the vocational pathway of your choice, either in college or with a training provider, and the remainder of the week in school. The qualifications offered are at entry level and level 1. The courses will start in September 2011.

Learning Providers The courses will be by the following Learning Providers:

 Merthyr Tydfil College Ynysfach, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1AR Tel: 01685 726010

 Neighbourhood Learning Centre (NLC) 17-20 Pen-y-dre, Gurnos, Merthyr Tydfil CF47 9DY Tel: 01685 727072

 Auto Project Aberfan & Merthyr Vale Youth & Community Project, Delacey Building, Goatmill Rd, Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil Tel: 01685 375535

 Bedlinog Construction Unit The Old Drift Mine, Trelewis, Treharris, Merthyr Tydfil Tel: 01443 710907

Course and Learning Provider Summary

Course Entry Level Level 1

NLC

Auto Project Merthyr College

Bedlinog Child Care x Hairdressing X x Motor Vehicle x x Engineering x Construction X x Outdoor Education Pathway X Retail X

Information and Taster Day To help you decide what course is best for you, your school will arrange for you to attend an Information and Taster Day. Parents and Guardians are also welcome to attend.

 The Information Day will take place on Tuesday 15th February 2011 at Merthyr Tydfil College.

 The Taster Day will take place on Thursday 10th March 2011 at Merthyr Tydfil College and Neighbourhood Learning Centre; it will be a whole day event, one taster session in the morning and another in the afternoon.

Information Day The Information Day will give you and your parents/guardians, the opportunity to meet the tutors from all the Learning Providers and ask questions about the course. Careers Advisers will also be available on the day. At the end of the session, you will be given a form to complete. The form will ask you to make a decision on two courses that you are most interested in for a taster experience on the 10th March 2011. You will be asked to make a first and second choice.

All completed forms must be handed in to the school before 2nd March 2011.

If you are unable to make a choice, or would like more support to make a decision, please contact your school or Careers Adviser.

Taster Day The taster session will be planned to provide a practical ‘hands on’ experience of the course. Protective equipment will be provided, but be prepared to get messy, especially for course such as Construction, Motor Vehicle and Outdoor Education Pathway. Please wear old clothing and suitable footwear, especially for the Outdoor Education Pathway. A buffet lunch will be provided.

Application Forms Following the Taster Day, you will be asked to fill out an application form. All application forms must be handed back into school before 25th March 2010.

Careers Service For further careers advice and guidance contact the school Careers Adviser or your nearest careers office, Careers Wales Mid Glamorgan and Powys, 27 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil Tel: 01685 358180.

14-19 Learning Pathways Course Information

CHILD CARE (Merthyr Tydfil College) Qualification The qualification offered is the CACHE Foundation Award, Level 1. Course details It is an introduction to childcare, education and play, providing an opportunity to develop basic skills in caring for children. Skills and qualities To be successful on the programme you will need to show that you enjoy meeting people and working with children, have patience and understanding. You must be a well motivated young person with good behaviour and attendance. Method of assessment You will be assessed through assignments, project work and an end of year exam. Progression pathway On successful completion of the course, you may want to consider:  CACHE Certificate in Child Care and Education.  Modern Apprenticeships are also available at NVQ Level 2 and 3 For further information on progression pathways contact your School Careers Adviser or your nearest careers office, Careers Wales Mid Glamorgan and Powys, 27 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil. Tel: 01685 358180

HAIRDRESSING (Merthyr Tydfil College & NLC) Qualification The qualifications offered are Entry Level BTEC Foundation Learning in Hair & Beauty (NLC) and City & Guilds Level 1 in Salon Services (Merthyr Tydfil College).

Course details The course covers the knowledge and understanding of hairdressing and hair care practice, how to use equipment correctly, and safely, and developing customer care skills. Please note: You will not learn the skills of cutting hair on the course. These skills are taught at Level 2 or 3 and onwards. Skills and qualities To be successful on the programme you will need to show that you are able to listen to instructions, enjoy working with your hands, enjoy working in a team and talking to people. You must be a well motivated young person with good behaviour and attendance. Method of assessment You will be assessed through assignments, observations of practical work and on the Level 1 course an end of year exam. Progression pathway On successful completion of the course, you may want to consider:  NVQ Level 1 or Level 2 For further information on progression pathways contact your School Careers Adviser or your nearest careers office, Careers Wales Mid Glamorgan and Powys, 27 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil. Tel: 01685 358180

MOTOR VEHICLE (Merthyr Tydfil College & Autoproject) Qualification The qualification offered is the ABC Level 1 Award in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. Course details The programme is designed to meet the needs of those who wish to acquire the introductory knowledge and skills relevant to motor vehicle repair. Students will learn how to use equipment correctly, and gain basic knowledge and skills in various areas of motor vehicle repair. The overall aim is to provide both experience and knowledge on which to base future career or further education decisions, and to increase employment opportunities. There will be a special focus on health and safety. Skills and qualities To be successful on the programme you will need to show that you are able to listen to instructions, enjoy working on your own and in a team, do not mind getting dirty and working in cold conditions. As well as practical sessions in the workshop, the course includes classroom based theory work. Method of assessment You will be assessed through assignments and project work. Progression pathway On successful completion of the course, you may want to consider:  NVQ Level 1 or Level 2 For further information on progression pathways contact your School Careers Adviser or your nearest careers office, Careers Wales Mid Glamorgan and Powys, 27 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil. Tel: 01685 358180

ENGINEERING (Merthyr Tydfil College) Qualification The qualification offered is the NVQ Level 1 Engineering, Performing Engineering Operators (PEO). Course details Students will learn how to use tools correctly, and work with various hard and soft materials, including computer software with a special focus on health and safety. They will construct models from job specifications and drawings. Skills and qualities To be successful on the programme you will need to show that you are able to listen to instructions as you will be taught how to use large and small pieces of machinery and tools, enjoy working on your own and in a team, enjoy working with your hands and do not mind getting dirty. Method of assessment You will be assessed through assignments and project work. Progression pathway On successful completion of the course, you may want to consider:  NVQ Level 2 in Engineering. For further information on progression pathways contact your School Careers Adviser or your nearest careers office, Careers Wales Mid Glamorgan and Powys, 27 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil. Tel: 01685 358180

CONSTRUCTION (NLC) Qualification The qualification offered is BTEC Entry Level Skills for Working Life in Construction. Course details The course covers six units, Health and Safety, Introduction to Painting & Decoration, Introduction to Brickwork, Introduction to Carpentry, Interview Skills and Information Technology. Skills and qualities To be successful on the programme you will need to show that you are able to listen to instructions, enjoy working on your own and in a team, do not mind getting dirty and working indoors/outdoor and in cold conditions. You must be a well motivated young person with good behaviour and attendance. The method of assessment You will be assessed through practical skills assignments and project work. Progression pathway On successful completion of the course, you may want to consider: . NVQ Level I or Level 2 in related trades For further information on progression pathways contact your School Careers Adviser or your nearest careers office, Careers Wales Mid Glamorgan and Powys, 27 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil Tel: 01685 358180

RETAIL (NLC) Qualification The qualification offered is BTEC Entry Level Skills for Working Life in Retail. Course details The course covers six units which include Health and Safety, Introduction to Retail, Working as a Retail Assistant, Interview Skills, Information Technology and Investigating Personal Lifestyles. Skills and qualities To be successful on the programme you will need to show that you are able to talk and listen to people, enjoy working in a team and on your own, helping people. You must be a well motivated young person with good behaviour and attendance. Method of assessment You will be assessed through practical skills assignments and project work. Progression pathway On successful completion of the course, you may want to consider: . NVQ Level 1 . NVQ Level 2. For further information on progression pathways contact your School Careers Adviser or your nearest careers office, Careers Wales Mid Glamorgan and Powys, 27 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil Tel: 01685 358180.

OUTDOOR EDUCATION PATHWAY (NLC)

Qualifications The Outdoor Education Pathway offers the ASDAN Bronze/Silver Award. Alongside the qualification you will also study Key Skills. Course details The course requires the completion of four modules which include; Sport & Leisure, Home Management, The Environment and Health and Survival. There is a focus on personal and skills development that any future employer would welcome. Activities will include Climbing, Canoeing, kayaking, bush craft and other outdoor related activities, so you have to be prepared to be outdoors in all weathers and temperatures. Method of assessment You will be assessed through observations, practical skills, assignments and project work. Progression pathway On successful completion of the course, you may want to consider:  Further courses in school, college or work based learning.

For further information on progression pathways contact your School Careers Adviser or your nearest careers office, Careers Wales Mid Glamorgan and Powys, 27 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil Tel: 01685 358180

Careers Information

Jayne Tilley of Careers Wales Mid. Glamorgan and Powys, (CWMPG), has very kindly provided additional information to support your decision making. Please find attached information on the following jobs:  Teachers Aid  Care Assistant  Hairdresser  Mechanic  Tyre & Exhaust Fitter  Garage Worker  Factory Worker  Plumber  Paint & Decorator  Bricklaying  Carpenter  Shop Worker

For further information

Careers Service For further careers advice and guidance contact the school Careers Adviser or your nearest careers office, Careers Wales Mid Glamorgan and Powys, 27 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil Tel: 01685 358180.

Schools Ian Llewellyn, Vocational Co-ordinator, Afon Taf High School. Tel: 01443 690401 John Davies, Vocational Co-ordinator, Pen-y-dre High School, Tel: 01685 721726 Bev Davies, Vocational Co-ordinator, Cyfarthfa High School, Tel: 01685 721725 Glenys Jones, Vocational Co-ordinator, Bishop Hedley High School, Tel: 01685 721747

14-19 Network Lauren Penny, Network Support Officer Merthyr Tydfil 14-19 Network MTCBC Ty Keir Hardie Riverside Court Avenue De Clinchy Merthyr Tydfil CF47 8XE Tel: 01685 727314

Brochure Format If you require this brochure in another format, please contact: Lauren Penny, Network Support Officer Tel: 01685 727314

l6 PROSPECTUS 2011 + -12 POWYS CREDIT AND QUALIFICATIONS FRAMEWORK FOR WALES LEARNING AND PROGRESSION ROUTES

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The Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales was introduced in For further details contact the CQFW Secretariat: 2003 as a fully inclusive learning framework. The Levels capture all Tel: 01443 663 663 Fax: 01443 663 653 learning from the very initial stages (Entry) to the most advanced (Level 8). E-mail: [email protected] Visit: www.cqfw.net TheFan diagram illustrates the levels and examples of qualifications and learning provision that are included in it.

DISCLAIMER The details of schools and options published in this prospectus were accurate at the time of going to print. However, 14-19 Learning Pathways and all institutions involved reserve the right to make any changes deemed necessary. Please be sure to check any details with the relevant partner institutions. l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 -12 14-19 LEARNING PATHWAYS

“TO HELP ALL YOUNG PEOPLE IN POWYS REACH THEIR POTENTIAL BY INCREASING THE CHOICE, FLEXIBILITY AND QUALITY OF LEARNING AND SUPPORT AVAILABLE”.

Provision is made under the 6 the work of our Support WIDER CHOICE AND key themes of: Working Group to identify a FLEXIBILITY INDIVIDUAL minimum level of personal Under the key theme of LEARNING PATHWAY support available for all young Individual Learning Pathways, people (when needed) through WIDER CHOICE learning providers, both information, advice and AND FLEXIBILITY individually and collaboratively, guidance services. should be making a wider THE LEARNING CORE range of subject choices LOCAL CURRICULA CHOICES LEARNING COACH available to 14-19 year old PERSONAL SUPPORT Powys Local Curricula Powys is learners. CAREERS ADVICE currently has two main areas of These choices include general AND GUIDANCE local curricula “North” and qualifications as well as those “South”. The Powys Local which have a vocational We are delighted that learners Curricula contains a range of flavour. in Powys already have a wider courses, from Pre-Entry/Entry For September 2011 learners at choice of courses from a to Level 4, from which young Key Stage 4 will have a choice growing range of options people can choose the formal of 28 subjects and at Key known as the local curricula aspects of their learning Stage 5 (post 16) 30 subjects and our Curriculum Working pathways. The Welsh Assembly at Level 3. Group is working towards Government has identified greater collaboration between curriculum areas known as For further details of the 14-19 learning providers, aiming to Domains to help identify the pathways in Powys please make a difference for learners choices available. These contact: in Powys wherever they live. Domains are; Nici Jones 14-19 Pathways All 14 to 19 year olds in Wales MATHEMATICS, Manager Powys County are entitled to follow their own SCIENCE AND ASPECTS OF Council 01597 826703 individually planned learning TECHNOLOGY pathway and to be supported [email protected] BUSINESS AND to do so. In Powys our policy is MANAGEMENT to provide learning coach support for all 14-19 year olds SERVICES TO PEOPLE by 2012 and through CREATIVE ARTS AND CULTURE HUMANITIES AND LANGUAGES UCAS POINTS

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CAREERS WALES PROVIDES FREE CAREERS ADVICE, GUIDANCE AND INFORMATION FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES. IN POWYS THIS SERVICE IS PROVIDED BY CAREERS WALES MID GLAMORGAN AND POWYS. ALL HIGH SCHOOLS AND THE MAIN COLEG POWYS SITES HAVE A CAREERS ADVISER WHO CAN HELP STUDENTS WITH THEIR PLANS FOR THE FUTURE.

DURING YEAR 11 AFTER YEAR 11 SERVICES FOR PARENTS You will have the opportunity If you decide to stay on at Careers Advisers are also to talk to a Careers Adviser school or go to college you available at school parents’ about what you plan do after will be able to see the school evenings to talk to students Year 11. The Careers Adviser or college Careers Adviser and their parents or carers. can: when you need to discuss Careerswales.com has a show you how to find your plans or ideas. separate parent section out about careers you If you leave school or which provides advice about are interested in and college to look for work or how to support your son or the qualifications you training you can see a daughter in making decisions might need Careers Adviser at the local about their future plans. help you to find out about Careers Centre (see contact HOW TO CONTACT US courses in the sixth form details below). and at college We have Careers Centres in give you information about Brecon (01874 624619), job and training vacancies Newtown (01686 626959) and Llandrindod Wells provide advice about filling (01597 825898). Students or in application forms, putting Use our website to: parents who would like to a CV together or preparing find information on a wide speak to a Careers Adviser for interviews range of careers and jobs outside school or college hours Careers Advisers also give update your Learning are welcome to drop in or talks to classes or year groups Pathway plan phone to make an on career related topics and find out more about choices appointment. we work with your school to after Year 11 organise activities like work look at job and training experience and industry days vacancies that help you to find out about the world of work. find out about university courses and how to apply Extra help is available for students who need additional support. COLEG POWY ACHIEVING EXCELLENCE IN

COLEG POWYS IS A UNIQUE FURTHER EDUCATION COLLEGE DEDICATED TO THE PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE. IT HAS A NUMBER OF CAMPUSES, EACH NESTLING IN THE IDYLLIC LANDSCAPE OF RURAL MID WALES. COLEG POWYS IS A DRIVEN ENERGETIC ORGANISATION COMMITTED TO PROVIDING THE HIGHEST QUALITY INNOVATIVE TEACHING AND LEARNING FOR ALL ITS CLIENTS.

Coleg Powys has been central years’ duration. The College to the development of a provides individually tailored vocational curriculum for programmes at entry level, learners aged between 14 and and a wide range of Awards, 19 for some years. We have Certificates and Diplomas at worked tirelessly with partner levels 1, 2 and 3. These schools to ensure that young qualifications are part of the people can have an new Credit and Qualifications experience that goes beyond Framework which provides a the traditional academic record of achievement for subjects. As a consequence, each part of a student’s many young learners have programme. All full time achieved outstanding learners receive full pastoral successes in subjects like support to ensure that they Construction, Motor Vehicle receive everything that they and Hair and Beauty. require to have a successful Programmes allow learners to and enjoyable time at the start at the level best college. We are incredibly matched to their current skills proud of the achievements of and knowledge, and provide excellent progression opportunities onto courses at the next level, onto university or into employment. Many level 3 programmes attract UCAS points equivalent to 3 or 4 A levels. Coleg Powys also offers higher education qualifications, including post graduate qualifications, honours degrees and foundation degrees. Coleg Powys offers a range of exciting full-time vocational programmes of one or two l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 YS: -12 ALL WE DO

our learners. Last year, 35 learners achieved triple distinctions (equivalent to 3 A Level grade As), 256 learners went on to pursue degrees and they achieved a successful completion rate of 81%, making Coleg Powys one of the most successful colleges in Wales. We are delighted to be part of the Powys 14 to 19 Network and we hope that you find the subjects that we are contributing exciting, attractive and inspiring.

Coleg Powys Brecon Student Services ADDRESS: Penlan, Brecon, Powys LD3 9SR T: 0845 4086 400 Coleg Powys Newtown - Student Services ADDRESS: Llanidloes Road, Newtown, Powys SY16 4HU T: 0845 4086 200 E: enquiries@coleg- powys.ac.uk www.coleg-powys.ac.uk POWYS TRAINING POWYS TRAINING HAS BEEN SPECIALISING IN WORK EXPERIENCE AND APPRENTICESHIPS FOR MORE THAN 20 YEARS. A TEAM OF DEDICATED STAFF LOCATED IN BRECON, LLANDRINDOD WELLS, NEWTOWN, MACHYNLLETH WELSHPOOL AND YSTRADGYNLAIS IS AVAILABLE TO DISCUSS YOUR LEARNING NEEDS AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES. WE CAN TALK YOU THROUGH THE BENEFITS OF WORK-BASED LEARNING AND APPRENTICESHIPS, INCLUDING THE OPTION TO EARN WHILE YOU ARE LEARNING. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT US ON FREEPHONE: 0800 328 0881 OR ONLINE AT WWW.POWYS-TRAINING.CO.UK

undertaking off-the-job school build at Ysgol training with your chosen Trefonnen in Llandrindod training provider. Wells. During his time with the The childcare sector is a major building contractor, Michael employer within Wales, and had hands-on experience therefore needs to ensure that learning a variety of building workers in that sector are fully skills including plastering, trained and qualified. The aim rendering and dry-lining. The of this apprenticeship is to practical experience Michael ensure that you have the gained will help his job essential skills and knowledge prospects, with the possibility to care for children. Charlotte of him staying on with the is a positive example of how building contractor for other WHAT ARE work based learning can set jobs and becoming an APPRENTICESHIPS? you on the road to a fulfilling apprentice. Aprille Saunders, Anyone who is over 16, living career. Charlotte gained General Manager of Powys in Wales and not in full time valuable work experience at a Training, said: “Work education can apply for an local primary school and as a experience is a vital tool in Apprenticeship. There are direct result of this she was furthering the skills of young Apprenticeships to suit your offered an apprenticeship. people and helping them to interests and experience, so Charlotte has achieved her secure future employment.” why not see if there is one level 2 award and is on the Work based learning is part- out there for you! Visit the final stages of her level 3, financed by the European Apprenticeship Matching including being employed as a Social Fund through the Welsh Service on teaching assistant and working Assembly Government. www.careerswales.com at an after school club. Employers all over the country recognise and value WORK BASED LEARNING Apprenticeships as they show Work based learning offers that you have been trained in work experience placements the skills they need. to young people not in You can earn while you learn: employment to improve their As an Apprentice you will do a job skills and prospects. One real job for a real employer, so such opportunity was offered you will receive a regular wage to Michael, who joined the from day one while construction team at the new l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 SOUTH POWYS -12 TIMETABLE MODEL

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English (G) Physics (G) Sociology (G) Maths (G) Biology (G) Chemistry (G) Media Studies (G) Art (G) History (G) Business (G) ICT (G) Geography (G)

Product Design (M) Biology (M) Art (M) Maths (M) History (M) Chemistry (M) Welsh (M) Geography (M) Media Studies (M) Physics (M) English (M) IT (M)

Drama (LlHS) Art (LlHS) Chemistry (LlHS) Biology (LlHS) Business (LlHS) Geography (LlHS) English (LlHS) Design & PE (LlHS) Electonics (LlHS) Computer Studies Health & Social (LlHS) Technology (LlHS) Physics (LlHS) History (LlHS) (LlHS) Maths (LlHS) French (LlHS) Welsh (LlHS) Daearyddiaeth (BU) Hanes (BU) Art (BU) Bioleg (BU) French (BU) Chemistry (BU) Biology (BU) German (BU) English (BU) Maths (BU) Design & Technology Hospitality Physics (BU) Further Maths (BU) RE (BU) / Textiles (BU) BTEC L3 (BU) Music (BU) History (BU) Geography (BU) Cymraeg (BU)

Music Technology Business (Brec) Biology (Brec) English (Brec) Maths (Brec) L3 BTEC (Brec) Technology/ Product History (Brec) Art (Br) RE (Brec) French (Brec) Design (Brec) Welsh 1st (Brec) Physics (Br) Drama (Brec) Geography (Brec) Chemistry (Brec) Welsh 2nd (Brec)

French (CR) Art (Cr) Chemistry (CR) English (CR) Further Maths (CR) Biology (CR) Business (CR) Performing Arts (CR) Physics (CR) PE (CR) Design & Maths (CR) Law (CR) Geography (CR) RE (CR) Technology (CR) History (CR) Psychology (CR) Health & Social (CR) Music (CR) ICT (CR) I.T. BTEC L3 (CP) Childcare Performing Arts Health & Social Care L3 BTEC (CP) BTEC L3 (CP) BTEC L3 (CP) Public Services AAT Accounting (CP) Sport Science L3 BTEC (CP) Psychology (CP) BTEC L3 (CP) BRECONSOUTH POWYS SCHOOLS HIG

BRECON HIGH SCHOOL IS A KS3-5 (11-18) COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL LOCATED IN BRECON. WE ARE PROUD TO BE A COMMUNITY SCHOOL WHICH SERVES THE TOWN ITSELF AS WELL AS A LARGE RURAL SURROUNDING AREA. OUR VISION IS TO ENSURE THAT EVERYONE AT BRECON HIGH SCHOOL CAN AND WILL SUCCEED.

Our aims are: All Year 12 and 13 students have To improve teaching and full access to ICT facilities in a learning new large dedicated 6th Form study centre and can choose To raise expectations of from a broad range of level 3 everybody in the school qualifications including AS, A2 To raise standards at all and Level 3 BTEC courses. Key Stages We actively promote bilingualism throughout the school and all of our students study and are accredited in Welsh at the end of Key Stage 4. In addition, in Key Stage 5 we offer the opportunity for all students to study Welsh 1st and 2nd Language at both AS and A2 Level. l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 -12

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Since September 2009 all Y12 new state of the art Music students have studied The Technology/Media Studies Welsh Baccalaureate at suite in September 2011. Advanced Level (Level 3). The school has an excellent Students complete core academic reputation and in activities such as Wales Europe addition to its academic record 6th form students at Brecon and the World, Community the school has a strong tradition High School have access to projects and Team Enterprise of musical and sporting success. wide range of extra curricular projects. The school gains considerable activities, including sporting, KS5 students are lucky enough success at International and musical and cultural activities. to have easy local access to County level in all sports. Post 16 students are courses run at Coleg Powys’s The school is set in some 35 encouraged to take on leading Brecon Campus, which is acres of grounds. The sports roles within the school and are within walking distance of the fields include an eight lane seen as positive role models by school. All students have international standard tartan all lower school students and access to a wide range of running track. A £5m sports the community at large. vocational level 3 courses centre, which includes a In the school’s most recent which carry the same swimming pool, is on the site. inspection report, ESTYN weighting as AS and A2 The school has part use of stated that “Brecon High qualifications. Many students these facilities throughout School is a good school with study these vocational courses the week. many outstanding features”. alongside their traditional academic qualifications. HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: Mrs S. Bosher A new vocational qualification ADDRESS: Penlan, Brecon, Powys LD3 9SR in Music Technology will also T: 01874 622361 E: [email protected] available on the school campus www.brecon-hs.powys.sch.uk and will be delivered in a brand SOUTH POWYS SCHOOLS BUILTH WELL HIGH SCHOOL

BUILTH WELLS HIGH SCHOOL IS A THRIVING, BILINGUAL, 11-18 COMPREHENSIVE, SITUATED ON AN EXCEPTIONAL SITE ON THE BANKS OF THE RIVER WYE. IN 2010, THE INSPECTORATE FOR EDUCATION AND TRAINING IN WALES (ESTYN) IN THEIR REPORT ON BWHS SAID:

Programme where students participate in a cultural BUILTH CONSISTENTLY PROMOTES AND exchange programme, gaining ACHIEVES“ HIGH STANDARDS IN ACADEMIC, work experience in business and industry as integral PASTORAL AND EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES components of the Language AND BECAUSE OF ITS VERY MANY SIGNIFICANT Module and Working with an STRENGTHS, JUSTIFIABLY ENJOYS THE TOTAL Employer elements of the Welsh Baccalaureate CONFIDENCE OF ITS COMMUNITY. Qualification. ESTYN ” At Builth Wells High School we pride ourselves in promoting our inclusive ethos, devoting time to nurture your BWHS has a unique compete globally. talents and cater for all types atmosphere. Many visitors Builth Wells High School has of needs. Encouragement, comment on the special outstanding international links: support and intervention to ambience that they feel as three schools in three separate augment learning are central soon as they enter the school. states in the USA, Australia, to the working processes of As a truly bilingual school, we Italy, Greece, Sweden, the school and we endeavour appreciate our community and Madagascar, Patagonia, France to lay the foundations for your our learners benefit from the and Germany makes us a very future. close access to the town’s well sought after centre for We fervently believe in facilities. international learning. Work listening to our stakeholders, As a School community, we related learning underpins our considering all opinions and are committed to enhancing International Learning making decisions to benefit all our bilingual ethos, enjoying learners at all stages of their the extensive facilities and our learning; these are the impressive new building fundamental principles that (Bwyty). The Bwyty houses make our school a highly state of the art music facilities, respected educational art rooms, an IT suite and yr provider. Adran Gymraeg - a suite of Our excellent support for each rooms dedicated to Welsh- learner influences the way our medium teaching. Our young people behave. We investment in ICT across the insist on excellent behaviour school enables all our learners at all times and foster respect to access the best, modern in everything we do. We opportunities in order to expect all of our pupils to l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 LS -12

reflect the core values of the school, especially when they are away from the school community and our pupils have been commended on several occasions for their courtesy and politeness from various members of the public. The future of BWHS as a Learning provider is bright, progressive and exciting. Choices in both Languages are extensive and promote lifelong learning in a safe, rural environment with easy transport links to the South and the North.

HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: Mrs Elin Non Ennis ADDRESS: College Road, Builth Wells, Powys LD2 3BW T: 01982 553292 E: office@builth-hs. powys.sch.uk www.builth-hs.powys.sch.uk SOUTH POWYS SCHOOLS CRICKHOWEL

CRICKHOWELL HIGH SCHOOL IS A PURPOSE BUILT COMMUNITY FOCUSED SCHOOL OF SOME 750 STUDENTS. THE SCHOOL IS LOCATED IN THE TOWN OF CRICKHOWELL, WITHIN THE BEAUTIFUL AND INSPIRING SURROUNDINGS OF THE BRECON BEACONS NATIONAL PARK.

Crickhowell is consistently achievement is high. recognised as a high Additional learning achieving school with a opportunities are available record of academic during breaks and lunchtimes. excellence. The School is Many students attend ‘twilight constantly developing a sessions’ when they have the broader range of courses, chance to access a wide activities, opportunities and range of sporting, academic resources to meet the needs and creative options. of the community in the 21st Crickhowell students have Century. numerous opportunities to Our target is for all students visit other countries as part of to achieve at least five A* – C their academic and extra grades at GCSE, or the curricular studies with regular equivalent, by the end of Key visits to Poland, Germany, Stage 4. Most of our students Italy, France, Austria, Uganda stay on in the Sixth Form and and Dubai. Our latest long go on to achieve excellent distance expedition took results post 16. students into Jordan. We offer a wide choice of academic and vocational opportunities for all our students, delivered by a specialist team of highly qualified and dedicated staff. We also offer access to part time college courses. We work positively to identify and support the individual learning needs of every student; the quality of teaching, learning and l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 -12

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We have a very strong commitment to education for Sustainable Development and Global Citizenship and close links with St. Peter’s School in Uganda and other learning communities across the world. As a school we are committed to developing the use of technology to enhance learning; this includes interactive software, e-learning and video conferencing facilities. We have recently upgraded our ICT network across the school to include wi-fi access which has proved very successful in extending learning opportunities for all THE MOST STRIKING FEATURE OF THE our students. SCHOOL“ IS ITS STRONG ETHOS OF LEARNING, We welcome students of all abilities to join our successful IN WHICH VERY GOOD BEHAVIOUR IS THE learning community. NORM AND MOTIVATION IS HIGH. IN THIS ATMOSPHERE, PUPILS’ AND STUDENTS’ DEVELOPMENT - ACADEMIC, SPIRITUAL, MORAL, SOCIAL AND CULTURAL - THROUGH CURRICULAR AND EXTRA-CURRICULAR EXPERIENCES, IS EXCEPTIONALLY GOOD. MOST RECENT ESTYN INSPECTION ”

HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: Mrs Kate Thomas ADDRESS: New Road, Crickhowell, Powys NP8 1AW T: 01873 813500 E: [email protected] www.crickhowell-hs.powys.sch.uk SOUTH POWYS SCHOOLS GWERNYFED

GWERNYFED SIXTH FORM PROVIDES A HARD WORKING, SUCCESSFUL AND ENJOYABLE ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH TO PURSUE YOUR CHOSEN LEARNING PATHWAY. STUDENTS HAVE FELT THE BENEFIT OF HAVING A SMALL SIZED SIXTH FORM, WHERE TEACHERS ARE CARING, COMMITTED AND EXCELLENT AT TEACHING. OUR SIXTH FORM STUDENTS ARE SUCCESSFUL WITH 2010 STUDENTS BEING ACCEPTED ONTO EITHER THEIR FIRST OR SECOND CHOICE COURSE AT UNIVERSITY.

You will find us supportive and pastoral programme, we evidence to feed into UCAS friendly, being able to provide include a number of activities application for university. an enviable range of potential where students take The Duke of Edinburgh again areas for study with the advantage of the opportunity features amongst the extra- development of the Powys to work with and support the curricular activities, along with Local Curriculum. studies of younger pupils, and the extended opportunities to can be involved in the The new style of accessing the travel to Barcelona for APAUSE scheme, Childline individual Learning Pathway Business Studies and Art, or scheme and Community provides not only the further afield to support the Sports Leadership award. Year opportunity to develop pupils in Hay’s twin town in 12 students get the academic and intellectual Timbuktu, or study and inform opportunity to act as mentors skills, but the additional other cultures and their to pupils in Year 7 and 8 to freedom to meet academic comparative educational promote the ethos of and career needs most systems, like the group last responsibility. These activities effectively. Being a member of year who visited Columbia. provide the basis for skills the Sixth Form at Gwernyfed We are very proud that our development; accredited involves a great deal more students from a small rural under the Welsh than the pursuit of academic school consider it important Baccalaureate qualification, courses. As part of our that they: while providing invaluable l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 -12

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A PARTICULAR STRENGTH“ OF THE SCHOOL IS THE WAY IN WHICH PUPILS ACROSS THE AGE RANGE HELP AND SUPPORT ONE ANOTHER. THERE IS A REAL SENSE OF COMMUNITY WITHIN THE SCHOOL THAT HELPS FOSTER LEARNING. ESTYN ”

‘develop an awareness and sensitivity to other cultures HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: Mrs C Ricketts and are encouraged to gain a ADDRESS: Three Cocks, Brecon, Powys LD3 0SG global awareness.’ T: 01497 847445 E: [email protected] www.gwernyfed-hs.powys.sch.uk Please contact Miss Rebecca Savage, Senior Pastoral Manager, should you require any further information. YSGOL UWCHRADD LLANDRINDOD HIGH SCHOOL ‘Dysgu i ddysgu gydol oes’ ‘Learning to learn for life’ SOUTH POWYS SCHOOLS LLANDRINDOD HIGH SCHOOL

THE SIXTH FORM IS A VERY IMPORTANT PART OF LLANDRINDOD HIGH SCHOOL. IT NOT ONLY PROVIDES THE PROGRESSION INTO HIGHER EDUCATION AFTER KEY STAGE 4, BUT IT ALSO GIVES AN OPPORTUNITY TO BE ACTIVELY INVOLVED IN THE LIFE AND WORK OF THE SCHOOL.

The AS, A2 and equivalent responsibility for their own vocational courses that we learning. The school offers offer give access to university, good teaching, tutorial while key skills demonstrate a support, careers guidance, student’s ability in work experience and a wide communication, number and range of social, cultural and information technology. community opportunities. Almost all of those who Llandrindod High School embark on courses remain to always aims for excellence and encourages independence and complete them successfully. this is achieved in an adds ‘real life’ experience to the The organisation and ethos of environment where students curriculum. the Sixth Form allows for the are secure and happy. Our We are also very proud of the ideal transition between expectations are that Sixth pastoral support that is compulsory schooling and the Form students will work hard available to all students and need for students to take and, therefore, be able to take which encourages them to full advantage of the expertise achieve their full potential. and commitment of our staff. This combines with an We are able to provide high excellent Enrichment quality teaching within Programme and a wide range excellent study facilities. The of social activities organised school also encourages the by the Sixth Form Committee. students to give some time to help others, through Don’t simply take our word community service, either for it. Ask the students who within the school or the wider are currently studying with us community. and you will get a very positive response from them. We are a Welsh Baccalaureate School and this adds a valuable Our recent Estyn inspection dimension to subjects and report also emphasises the courses that can be followed outstanding provision between the ages of 14 to 19. It provided at post 16. l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 -12

They said:

IN THE SIXTH FORM,“ TEACHING IS CONSISTENTLY GOOD AND FREQUENTLY OUTSTANDING. THE OUTSTANDING AND GOOD FEATURES OF TEACHING IN THE SIXTH FORM INCLUDE: very good working relationships between teachers and students; the development of students’ capacity to take responsibility for their own learning; teachers’ high expectations of success and strong subject knowledge; very good questioning which provides opportunities for students HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: to explore ideas and Mrs Alison Long embed understanding; ADDRESS: and Dyffryn Road, meticulous planning of a Llandrindod Wells, wide range of strategies Powys LD1 6AW and resources appropriate T: 01597 822992 to the work being E: office@llandod-hs. undertaken. powys.sch.uk ESTYN ” www.llandod-hs.powys.sch.uk SOUTH POWYS SCHOOLS YSGOL MAESY

OUR SCHOOL HAS A STRONG TRADITION IN PROVIDING SIXTH FORM EDUCATION. WE ARE IMMENSELY PROUD OF THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF OUR STUDENTS AND EVERY YEAR ALL ARE ABLE TO PROGRESS TO THEIR CHOSEN DESTINATIONS.

The teachers at Ysgol and commitment to study. points to the Welsh Maesydderwen are highly Estyn School Inspection Baccalaureate core which qualified and expert at November 2010 concluded students can combine with delivering post-16 education. that… the points they gain in their The quality of education they other courses (the options) to “The school offers a broad in are able to provide is gain entry to university. appropriate range of learning something you can trust. As opportunities throughout the There is a strong support the most senior members of key stages.” network at Ysgol the school, there is a sense of Maesydderwen. You will “The school provides a high community spirit amongst the assigned a Sixth Form Tutor level of care.” Sixth Form. When you who is very experienced and become a member of the “The school provided many will advise you, monitor your Sixth Form you will enjoy a extra curricular opportunities progress and help with any different learning experience. for pupils to enrich their problems you may encounter. experiences.” You will be encouraged to You will be able to take learn more independently, We also give our students the responsibility, and contribute to shouldering responsibility and opportunity to study the the life of the school and local making the most of Welsh Baccalaureate. Pupils community. These experiences opportunities on offer. are able to choose 3 or 4 will give you a considerable Privileges and freedom are courses to study alongside the advantage when applying for there to be enjoyed in return Welsh Baccalaureate, both A jobs and courses at Higher for high expectation in attitude level or Vocational courses. Education institutions. UCAS has allocated 120 tariff l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 -12

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Sixth Formers are responsible encouraging. Studying here is chance to gain qualifications for co-ordinating sponsored great. The buddy system is a such as tag rugby leaders, events, stalls and fancy dress great idea by giving us a dodgeball level one coaching collections within the school chance to communicate with award and child protection in and out in the wider other pupils below our year.” sport to name a few. community and the climax of Ellen Green 12 Pupils with Additional ‘Charity Week’ is a concert The 5x60 project is currently Learning Needs are welcome when the talents of the whole working in secondary schools in the Sixth Form. school are harnessed in a to extend the extra curricular programme of music, comedy EXPANDING HORIZONS programme and have set their and mayhem programmed sights on encouraging those As part of our commitment to and presented by the Senior who do not take part in sport offering the best possible Team and other Sixth to get active. Along with this, opportunities to our students Formers. 5x60 looks to identify young this year we have in “The buddy system is an leaders within the sixth from collaboration with the Open excellent way to help the to help run lunch-time and University and Coleg Powys, younger years at the school. after school clubs, many of given our students the chance If you need only help or our students have taking part to sample modules of a support there is always within the programme and degree course. someone around to help you are a great asset to the team, whenever you need it.” in which the project rewards Rhian Jones 12 the volunteers with the “The courses are very challenging and are a big jump from GCSE. The sense HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: Mr Matthew Burrows of friendship and equally ADDRESS: Tudor Street, Ystradgynlais, Swansea SA9 1AP between other sixth formers T: 01639 842115 and teachers is very E: [email protected] SOUTH POWYS SCHOOLS PENMAES SCHOOL YSGOL PENMAES, SITUATED IN THE MARKET TOWN OF BRECON IS A BUSY, FORWARD-LOOKING SCHOOL THAT PROVIDES EDUCATION AND SPECIALIST FACILITIES FOR PUPILS (3-19YEARS) WITH A WIDE RANGE OF LEARNING DIFFICULTIES FROM ALL AREAS OF SOUTH POWYS, ALONG WITH SOME CHILDREN FROM NEIGHBOURING AUTHORITIES.

We are privileged to have had 14-19 LEARNING PATHWAYS businesses run sessions for major investment by the Local Pupils within this age range pupils to learn about the skills Authority as a result we now following the learning core required in the workplace and have a purpose built school through curriculum themes and in college. with both residential and numeracy and literacy sets. All OUR RECENT ESTYN respite facilities on the same pupils follow ASDAN INSPECTION REPORT SAID campus. These facilities programmes, (Transition THIS ABOUT THE SCHOOL: include: Specialist Challenge, Bronze and Silver Science/Design Technology, Award or Towards “Ysgol Penmaes is a very good Food Technology/Life Skills, Independence as appropriate). school and has a large number Sensory Studio, Interactive Soft Other option choices include of outstanding features” Play, and Hydrotherapy Pool. French, Team Enterprise, Duke “The school’s well planned Visitors to Ysgol Penmaes of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, curriculum is very well continue to say that the Art and Design, Food Studies supported by a wide choice of school is a very friendly place. and vocational taster courses in well-planned options in the 14 This is an important feature of collaboration with Coleg Powys. - 19 Learning Pathways, and our school as we feel that We have five learning coaches an impressive range of extra- when pupils feel secure and who provide learning coaching curricular, off-site activities, valued they give their best. support Post 16 learners follow links with local schools and We remain committed to an extensive work experience colleges and work related working in close partnerships programme as well as other experiences. ” with parents, the community, work related activities, “Pupils receive highly effective social services and health including work place visits and careers education and guidance. service and other visiting speakers from local The school works closely with professionals. businesses. Our annual Careers Wales to ensure that pupils and students are fully At Ysgol Penmaes we will Industry Day takes place in November when a number of aware of all the opportunities continue to provide a safe, local organizations and available to them.” stimulating and challenging environment for all pupils. Our school curriculum has been ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER: Mr Dave Coombs tailored to meet the individual ADDRESS: Ysgol Penmaes, Canal Road, Brecon, Powys LD3 7HL needs of pupils, with the T: 01874 623508 emphasis upon individual E: [email protected] achievements. This ensures that www.penmaes.powys.sch.uk all pupils experience success. NORTH POWYS l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 TIMETABLE MODEL -12

MON TUES WEDS THURS FRI

VC (D) VC (C) MOODLE (B) MOODLE (A) MOODLE (D) MOODLE (C) VC (B) YR12 VC (A) YR12 YR13 YR13

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Caer = Caereinion CP = Coleg Powys COLLABORATIVE JB = John Beddoes LL = Llanfyllin Llani = Llanidloes NHS = Newtown SUBJECTS WHS = Welshpool

SUBJECT (TUES) SUBJECT (THURS)

BTEC L3 Countryside Management (CP) BTEC L3 Sport (CP) BTEC L3 Health & Social Care (CP) BTEC L3 Performing Arts (CP) BTEC L3 Media, T.V & Film (CP) BTEC L3 Media, T.V & Film (CP) BTEC L3 Media Interactive (CP) BTEC Media Games Development (CP) BTEC L3 Public Services (CP) BTEC L3 Travel & Tourism (CP) BTEC Hospitality & Catering (CP) BTEC L3 Child Care (CP) COLEG POWYS COLEG

A Level Music (JB/NHS) A Level Spanish (Llani) A Level RE (NHS) A Level German (JB) A Level Welsh Second Lang (JB/NHS) A Level French (NHS/JB) BTEC L3 Fashion & Clothing (NHS/CP) A Level Politics (LLani) A Level Geography (WHS) BTEC L3 Engineering (NHS/CP) A Level Product Design (JB) BTEC L3 Music Technology (NHS) A Level Law (CP) A Level Geography (JB/NHS) A Level Spanish (LL) BTEC L3 Landbased (LL) BTEC L3 Engineering (LL) A Level Welsh (Caer) A Level Further Maths (LL) BTEC L3 Applied Science (Forensic) (JB) BTEC L3 Hospitality & Catering (WHS) A Level Psychology (WHS) A Level PE (JB) A Level Biology (WHS) LLAN NEWYDD TRISGOL LLAN NEWYDD A Level Drama (WHS) A Level French (WHS) A Level Art & Design (Fine Art) (JB) A Level Business (WHS) A Level Art & Design (Photography) (JB) BTEC L3 ICT (WHS) A Level Art & Design (Graphics) (JB) BTEC L3 Photography (CP) NORTH POWYS SCHOOLS JOHN BEDD

JOHN BEDDOES SCHOOL WAS FOUNDED IN 1565 AND IS A SMALL 11 – 18 SCHOOL WITH A PROUD RECORD OF ACADEMIC, SPORTING, CULTURAL, AND SOCIAL EXCELLENCE. BEING A SMALL SCHOOL THERE IS A STRONG SENSE OF BEING PART OF A FAMILY WHERE EVERY INDIVIDUAL STUDENT IS SUPPORTED AND CARED FOR IN THEIR DEVELOPMENT AND IN PREPARING THEM FOR FURTHER EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND THE WORLD OF WORK, AND TO HELP THEM BECOME ACTIVE CITIZENS OF THE FUTURE.

In addition to a broad range of All students also undertake the Number, and ICT) alongside AS and A Level options, John Welsh Baccalaureate the wider key skills (Problem Beddoes has an established Qualification at Advanced Level Solving, Working With Others, vocational programme of which recognises achievement and Improving Own Leaning courses available through the across a wide range of and Performance) are Powys 14-19 Network enabling activities including work recognised as evidence of the students to experience a experience and careers, ability to work and learn broad range of opportunities community participation, effectively and are highly tailored to their individual Personal and Social Education valued by colleges, universities, needs and aspirations. An and through the accreditation and employers. individual learning pathway is of Essential Skills Wales. These John Beddoes students have implemented with guidance Essential Skills Wales (such as access to excellent sporting from tutors. Communication, Application of facilities with an enviable range l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 -12

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of opportunities. A flourishing gallery visits, history field trips 5x60 sports programme (including Berlin), cross- IN ADDITION TO THE responds to the needs and curricular trips such as Art and SUBJECTS IN THE interests of the students, and Technology and a planned visit COLLABORATIVE to New York, and geography offers the opportunity to BLOCKS WE OFFER: undertake coaching training. residential fieldwork enhance the quality of the provision by Biology Students are also able to broadening the experiences of experience a wide range of Chemistry students and visits to the cultural activities. These include school by poets, authors, Drama & Theatre Arts French and German exchanges politicians, broadcasters, public English Literature and other visits that not only figures, theatre companies, and develop language skills but also the like are a regular feature of German develop understanding of the school calendar. History different cultures. Visits to John Beddoes School Gambia have included working Law encourages all students to on educational projects with become active members of the Mathematics our partner school. This has school community and the been followed by whole school Physics School Council is central to the fundraising activities to development and growth of PE enhance the educational the school and plays a vital Psychology provision for our Gambian role in the decision-making and partners. A strong tradition of improvement process. theatrical productions exists and drama and music work HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: Miss Steph Davies closely together to stage such ADDRESS: Presteigne, Powys LD8 2AY recent musicals as ‘Oliver!’, and T: 01544 267259 E: [email protected] ‘Fiddler on the Roof’. Frequent www.johnbeddoes.org theatre, museum, and art NORTH POWYS SCHOOLS LLANFYLLIN

LLANFYLLIN HIGH SCHOOL IS A CARING grounding in Welsh or to be AND ORDERED COMMUNITY WITH AN fully bilingual. We expect and encourage the ATMOSPHERE OF CALM AND PURPOSEFUL highest standard of behaviour LEARNING. PUPILS ARE TREATED AS from our pupils at all times. All pupils are expected to follow INDIVIDUALS AND WE RECOGNISE AND our Code of Conduct so that CELEBRATE THEIR DIFFERENT ABILITIES, effective teaching and learning can take place. Pupils will only APTITUDES AND INTERESTS. WE WORK achieve their full potential if HARD TO ENSURE EVERY PUPIL IS HAPPY, they feel safe and above all are happy. We have a strong SAFE AND SUCCESSFUL – A CREDIT TO pastoral care system, PSE THEMSELVES, THEIR FAMILY AND programme and Behaviour Policy which together ensure a LLANFYLLIN HIGH SCHOOL. secure, caring and friendly As a school in Wales, we are environment in which to learn. fully committed to maintaining Our sixth form is very popular a warm Welsh ethos in terms and oversubscribed. Most of of language and culture. This our students stay on to take reflects the fact that the Welsh AS and A2 level courses. Pupils language, heritage and who wish to study at level 3 traditions are an integral part including A2/AS levels and of the national identity. All BTEC are accepted if they are students have the opportunity well prepared and able to to leave the school with a firm study three or four subjects at l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 -12

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this level and their acceptance education into Key Stage 5 THE FOLLOWING depends on their achievement wherever possible. SUBJECTS ARE OFFERED in an appropriate number and All Sixth Formers are expected AT AS / ADVANCED LEVEL standard of level 2 GCSE and to follow a Core Studies SUBJECT TO DEMAND BTEC subjects and a programme. The Sixth Form AND RESOURCES: consideration of whether have their own Common Room Fine Art Welsh (First returning to school is the best and extensive supervised Study Biology & Second course of action for the facilities. Business Language) individual. A useful guide, a Working in partnership with Studies Computing minimum of five passes in Caereinion and Welshpool High 3D Studies Design different subjects are expected Schools we are pleased to Chemistry Technology at ‘C’ grade or better but if a extend our curriculum as a English Theatre pupil has not achieved this Studies consortium of schools. The Electronics then of course each case is French Media level 3 courses we offer on this Studies discussed individually. Spanish basis are Engineering, Textiles Subjects through the medium Geography Landbased Studies, Hospitality Critical of Welsh are available in a History and Catering, Spanish, Welsh Thinking number of curriculum areas Mathematics Second Language and Further Land Based and pupils are encouraged to Maths. Music Studies continue their Welsh medium Physics Engineering Sports Further Maths Studies Spanish HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: Mr Peter Jessop Psychology ADDRESS: Llanfyllin, Powys SY22 5BJ Students will also be expected T: 01691 648391 E: [email protected] to follow the Welsh www.llanfyllin-hs.powys.sch.uk Baccalaureate course too. NORTH POWYS SCHOOLS LLANIDLOES HIGH SCHOOL

LLANIDLOES HIGH SCHOOL IS AN 11-18 illustrate the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. DUAL-STREAM COMPREHENSIVE They also choose a topic of COMMUNITY SCHOOL. THE SCHOOL their choice for their ‘Individual SERVES THE TOWN ITSELF AND A WIDE Investigation’ and raise money for charity each year. SURROUNDING AREA. Politicians and other external speakers regularly visit the The school is a caring Level 3 qualifications including school, and students have environment with high AS, A2 and Level 3 BTEC opportunities to go on many expectations of all of our courses. Students can study visits as part of the ‘Bac’ and learners. We encourage all vocational qualifications as part of their chosen learners to reach their full alongside their traditional subjects. potential and offer the support academic qualifications. Sixth Sixth Formers have a strong and guidance to help them Formers also have access to achieve their aims and courses run by our partners in tradition of making a ambitions. We keep parents the ‘Llan Newydd’ significant contribution to the informed of their child’s collaboration (John Beddoes school through the progress on 3 occasions and Newtown High School, and ‘Community Participation’ through the year in addition to Coleg Powys). element of the ‘Bac’. Sixth Formers are involved in ‘Paired parents’ evening; additionally, We run an established we get in contact whenever we Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Reading’, ‘Numeracy’, ‘Peer feel necessary in order to Qualification (equivalent to an Mentoring’ - for which they are support our learners. We offer A at A-level). Through the ‘Bac’ trained by ChildLine - and a structured induction students are involved in a wide sports activities such as 5x60 programme at the beginning of range of activites from ‘Mock and Dragon Sports. Sixth Form. UN Debates’ and learning The majority of our Sixth All Sixth Form students can British Sign Language, to Formers go on to university choose from a broad range of making films or artwork to after they finish their studies l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 -12

with us, with up to 40% of those going to Russell Group universities each year. THE COURSES AVAILABLE Most students go on to their ADVANCED SUBSIDIARY (AS)/ ‘first choice’ university. We ADVANCED (A) GCE LEVEL COURSES offer guidance through the whole process including a The following Advanced Subsidiary (AS)/ residential trip to a university, Advanced (A) Level courses will be offered: and a UCAS evening for parents, too! Applied Business Media Studies At Llanidloes High School, we Art and Design Music have a designated Sixth Form Biology Philosophy block which includes a study centre with IT facilities and Chemistry Physical Education two common rooms. Design & Technology: Physics Comments made in the 2009 Product Design Politics Estyn inspection of the school Design & Technology: Psychology include: Food Religious Studies* “The arrangements for Drama & Theatre Studies assisting pupils to transfer Science (Applied) English Literature from one key stage to Travel & Tourism another are outstanding Further Maths (Year 13 from KS4 to the sixth form”. only) Spanish The outstanding ranges of French* Welsh (First Language) extra-curricular activities Geography Welsh (Second Language) which are provided by the Welsh Baccalaureate school enrich learners’ Health and Social Care (compulsory for all) personal development”. History “Standards of students’ Information * Subjects (above) which may be social and moral skills are Communications offered in collaboration with other schools / providers outstanding”. Technology GOFAL Mathematics (Giving Opportunities For All to Learn)

HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: Mrs Jane Jerman ADDRESS: Llanidloes, Powys SY18 6EX T: 01686 412289 E: [email protected] NORTH POWYS SCHOOLS NEWTOWN H

NEWTOWN HIGH SCHOOL IS A KS3-5 (11-18) COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL LOCATED IN NEWTOWN. THE SCHOOL SERVES THE TOWN ITSELF AS WELL AS A LARGE RURAL SURROUNDING AREA.

At Newtown High School we complete core activities such Clothing and Engineering. aim to promote ‘Cyfle’ as Wales Europe and the 6th form students at Newtown (Opportunity in Welsh) - for World, Community projects High School have access to us this stands for: and Team Enterprise projects. wide range of extra curricular Caring Yields a Flourishing The vast majority of UK and activities, including sporting, Learning Environment. European universities now musical and cultural activities. recognise the Welsh The school’s main aims are to: Post 16 students are Baccalaureate and are happy encouraged to take on leading create a learning to accept the qualification as roles within the school and are environment where pupils part of a prospective student’s seen as positive role models and staff enjoy a positive portfolio. by all lower school students. experience; KS5 students are lucky All students are encouraged provide all pupils with the enough to have easy local to take part in Learner Voice opportunity to reach their access to courses run at Coleg activities such as The School potential; Powys’s Newtown Campus, Council, SNAG (School provide a broad and which is within walking Nutrition Action Group) and balanced curriculum that distance of the school. All our award winning ECO prepares young people for a students have access to a Committee. bilingual and multicultural wide range of vocational level In the school’s most recent society; 3 courses which carry the inspection report, ESTYN same weighting as AS and A2 aim for excellence by stated that “Newtown High qualifications. Many students setting high expectations School is now a good school study these vocational courses for all; and with several outstanding alongside their traditional foster a school ethos that features”. In 2010 the school academic qualifications. encourages self-evaluation. enjoyed its best ever exam Vocational qualifications are results. At Key Stage 5 students can also available on the school choose from a broad range of campus; these include Music level 3 qualifications including Technology, Fashion & AS, A2 and Level 3 BTEC courses. Since September HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: Mrs Angela Francis 2010 all Y12 students have ADDRESS: Newtown, Powys SY16 1JE studied The Welsh T: 01686 626304 E: [email protected] Baccalaureate at advanced www.newtown-hs.powys.sch.uk level (Level 3). Students l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 -12

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Caer = Caereinion CP = Coleg Powys HIGH SCHOOL JB = John Beddoes LL = Llanfyllin Llani = Llanidloes NHS = Newtown NEWTOWN HIGH SCHOOL POST 16 LEARNING PATHWAYS WHS = Welshpool All students will study The Welsh Baccalaureate at Advanced Level and 4 subjects from separate option blocks.

BLOCK 1 AS Art AS Biology AS Media Studies AS Business Studies BLOCK 2 AS English AS Maths AS PE BLOCK 3 AS Chemistry AS Music AS Welsh AS RE (Tues) BTEC L3 Fashion BTEC L3 Childcare BTEC L3Countryside BTEC L3 Sport and Clothing Management BTEC L3 Performing BTEC L3 Media TV BTEC L3 Media BTEC L3 Travel Arts (Musical Theatre) and Film (Games Development) and Tourism BTEC L3 Hospitality AS Law (L) AS Spanish (LL) AS Further Maths (LL) & Catering (WHS) AS PE (JB) AS Drama (WHS) BTEC L3 Engineering BTEC L3 Photography (LL) (CP) A Level Art & Design A Level Art & Design A Level Art & Design (Fine Art) (JB) (Photography(JB) (Graphics) (JB) BLOCK 4 AS History AS Physics AS Applied Science BLOCK 5 AS ICT AS Geography AS Psychology AS French (Thurs) BTEC L3 Engineering BTEC L3 Music AS Drama BTEC Level 3 Media Technology (Interactive) BTEC L3 Public BTEC L3 Hospitality BTEC L3 Health and BTEC L3 Media Services and Catering Social Care (TV and Film) AS Politics (L) BTEC Landbased AS Welsh (C) AS ICT (WHS) Technology (LL) BTEC L3 Applied AS Biology (WHS) AS Spanish (L) AS German (JB) Science (Forensics) (JB) NORTH POWYS SCHOOLS WELSHPOOL

WELSHPOOL HIGH SCHOOL IS AN 11-18 MIXED COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL LOCATED IN WELSHPOOL. THE SCHOOL SERVES THE TOWN ITSELF AS WELL AS A LARGE RURAL SURROUNDING AREA. HIGH EXPECTATIONS LEAD TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF RESPONSIBLE AND WELL EDUCATED YOUNG PEOPLE. IN MEETING THESE CENTRAL AIMS WE SEEK TO INVOLVE PARENTS, STUDENTS AND STAFF IN A PURPOSEFUL AND PRODUCTIVE PARTNERSHIP.

All sixth form students can resource area and IT facilities. choose from a broad range of Every student is required Level 3 qualifications to attend five study sessions including AS, A2 and Level 3 per week as part of their BTEC courses. Many students timetable. study vocational courses Structured induction days, alongside their traditional worldwide exchange visits, a academic qualifications. strong tradition of theatrical Sixth form students have the production, frequent opportunity to have easy theatre/museum and art access to ‘Trisgol’ courses gallery visits, subject specific run with out partner field trips, visits to school by institutions at Newtown, poets, broadcasters, Llanfyllin and Llanfair. politicians and public figures At Welshpool High School are a regular feature of the there is a sixth form study school calendar. centre, which consists of a l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 -12

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All sixth formers are SUBJECT BLOCKS AT encouraged to take a WELSHPOOL HIGH SCHOOL leadership role within the school. Important areas where BLOCK A BLOCK B BLOCK C BLOCK D the 6th formers make an (THURS) (TUES) important contribution are the Paired Reading Scheme, the Maths Biology Physics Chemistry Paired Maths Scheme, French History English Geography APAUSE, peer mentoring, the Art Business Art Philosophy Sports Leadership Award and Health & PE D & T Spanish assisting tutor groups in the Social Plus Media ICT lower school. History Collaborative Plus Block Collaborative Subjects Block Subjects

IN THE SCHOOL’S MOST RECENT INSPECTION REPORT IN NOVEMBER 2010, ESTYN STATED THAT WELSHPOOL HIGH SCHOOL IS A GOOD “SCHOOL WITH MANY SIGNIFICANT STRENGTHS ”

HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: Mrs Amanda Cottrell ADDRESS: Welshpool, Powys SY21 7RE T: 01938 552014 E: [email protected] www.welshpool-hs.powys.sch.uk NORTH POWYS SCHOOLS LOGO YSGOL BRO

DEAR STUDENTS, YOU ARE APPROACHING A CRUCIAL PERIOD IN YOUR LIVES, WITH GCSE EXAMS AHEAD AND THE NEED TO CHOOSE THE EDUCATIONAL PATHWAY WHICH WILL BEST SUIT YOU FOR YOUR FUTURE PLANS AND CAREERS. I BELIEVE THAT THE SIXTH FORM AT YSGOL BRO DDYFI WOULD BE IDEAL FOR VERY MANY YOUNG PEOPLE WHO ARE SEARCHING FOR THEIR PERSONAL POST-16 EDUCATIONAL PATHWAY.

If you are inclined towards an schools / colleges. academic pathway, then Ysgol If you prefer to follow a Bro Ddyfi has an excellent vocational pathway, then we record in the provision of AS can offer a number of and A levels. We can offer a subjects. As a school we co- large number of courses operate with a number of delivered by experienced other establishments to teachers who are experts in ensure the best experience, their field. These subjects are such as Glynllifon, Glanllyn, available in English and in Welsh. We can also offer Coleg Meirion Dwyfor, Coleg subjects such as Psychology Powys and Penweddig and through “distance learning” Tregaron schools. using video conferencing and What is great about Ysgol Bro co-operation with other Ddyfi is that you can also l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 -12

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choose a combination of sufficiently small for us to be eisteddfodau, charity events, academic and vocational able to respond to the needs school show etc. Students are subjects. The vocational of the individual. We do not allowed to use the Youth Wing subjects are accepted by put subjects into ‘option as a meeting area and for UCAS and universities; indeed columns’ and this allows relaxing, and the excellent the Welsh Assembly young people to follow their resources at the new Hyddgen Government these days is own personal combination of Learning centre are available promoting the development of subjects. All we ask is that for private study. Our students vocational subjects because you let us know of your are very happy here, and those the skills are needed in the requirements as soon as who have joined us from other Welsh economy. possible after the GCSE results schools say that they found it so that we can adjust the very easy to settle in and In addition to following 4 AS timetable for your needs. make new friends. courses (or vocational courses or a combination), our The Sixth Form offers a Best wishes in the GCSE students in September 2010 degree of freedom, but the exams, and we look forward to will also be doing the “Welsh teachers also ensure that care welcoming you to the Sixth Bac”. This corresponds to an and support are always Form at Ysgol Bro Ddyfi. You A grade at A Level. There is no available. There are are very welcome to call at examination and it supports opportunities for personal any time to discuss your what you already do in your development, such as giving a requirements. chosen subjects as well as lead to younger pupils or Best of luck, participating in school giving you the opportunity to Dafydd Jones activities such as improve your skills. The support of your personal Tutor is central to your success in HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: Mrs Haf Ap Robert achieving the Baccalaureate. ADDRESS: Machynlleth, Powys SY20 8DR T: 01654 702012 E: [email protected] Although we are expanding, www.broddyfi-hs.powys.sch.uk the Sixth Form is still NORTH POWYS SCHOOLS CAEREINION

THE SIXTH FORM AT CAEREINION Each member of the Sixth Form is given the full support HIGH IS A SMALL INCLUSIVE GROUP and encouragement necessary WHERE EACH PERSON IS VALUED to develop as individuals, to realise their full potential AND RESPECTED. as well the skills necessary for successful study at post 16 level. The Welsh Baccalaureate Qualification is compulsory for all (whose main base is at Caereinion High) consequently tutor groups are very small in number generally under ten in each year. The majority of our students go on to Higher Education. Caereinion High is very proud of its extracurricular activities, be they sporting or cultural, each student is given the every opportunity and encouragement to fulfil their potential in these spheres. l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 -12

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HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: Mrs Claire Tinney ADDRESS: Llanfair Caereinion, Welshpool, Powys SY21 0HW T: 01938 810888 E: [email protected] www.caer-hs.powys.sch.uk NORTH POWYS SCHOOLS YSGOL CEDEW

YSGOL CEDEWAIN, SITUATED IN THE that is active allowing them to MARKET TOWN OF NEWTOWN IS A add to it all the time. This Learning Pathway BUSY, FORWARD-LOOKING SCHOOL provides the opportunity for all our learners to get the THAT PROVIDES EDUCATION AND most out of learning whether SPECIALIST FACILITIES FOR PUPILS at school, in collaboration with Coleg Powys, Newtown High (2 - 19 YEARS) WITH A WIDE RANGE School and Brynllywarch OF LEARNING DIFFICULTIES FROM School or via work based learning routes so that all our ALL AREAS OF NORTH POWYS, learners achieve worthwhile ALONG WITH SOME CHILDREN FROM qualifications. This will help them to gain recognition in a NEIGHBOURING AUTHORITIES. wide range of ways that will be valued by work based Facilities we have at Ysgol service and other learning providers, colleges Cedewain include: Specialist professionals. and employers. Design Technology/ICT suite, At Ysgol Cedewain we will Each individual learning Food Technology/Life Skills, continue to provide a safe, pathway is Flexible, provides a Multi Sensory Studio and stimulating and challenging route through 14-19 education Hydrotherapy Pool. environment for all pupils. Our that suits each individual Visitors to Ysgol Cedewain school curriculum has been leading to worthwhile continue to say that the tailored to meet the individual qualifications, offers a wide school is a very friendly place. needs of pupils, with the choice of courses for learners This is an important feature of emphasis upon individual to follow at their own level our school as we feel that achievements. This ensures and pace, allows the individual when pupils feel secure and that all pupils experience to broaden their experiences valued they give their best. success. and develop new skills, gives We remain committed to The Learning Core is at the them the opportunity to working in close partnerships heart of our 14-19 provision. discuss their learning and with parents, the community, All 14-19 learners have an progress with our fully social services and health Individual Learning Pathway accredited Learning Coaches, l6 PROSPECTUS+ POWYS2011 -12

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offering personal support to Curriculum Cymraeg/Wales, all learners and helping them THE KEY ELEMENTS OF Europe and the World, equal access information, advice and THE LEARNING CORE ARE: opportunities, food and guidance on careers, fitness, sustainable KEY SKILLS education and training to suit development, and global their needs. Attitudes and Values citizenship, and the world of We deliver a varied mix of Personal, Social, work and enterprise. academic and vocational Sustainability and Health Our Learning Coaches help externally accredited Matters learners to assess learners (AQA, OCR, ASDAN, OCN Community Participation performance, identify areas and City and Guilds) courses, Careers Education and where they are not doing as both formal, non-formal Guidance well as they could and and informal that develop discover what they need that Work focused experience learners key skills, knowledge will help them to learn better. and understanding of Other work related skills Learning Coach support at themselves and the world Welsh Language Skills Ysgol Cedewain provides around them. All 14-19 Wales, Europe and support, guidance, coaching learners have opportunities to the World and mentoring to learners to undertake work-focused Cultural / Sporting / help them plan their individual experience as well as the Aesthetic / Creative / learning pathway, make Young Enterprise Scheme. We Experiences decisions, identify goals and currently offer 39 externally then to support their progress. accredited courses in our 14-19 school and this is expanding Our 14-19 curriculum focuses every year. on the learner, ensures skills The Learning Core at Ysgol development are integral in Cedewain identifies the skills, our curriculum, is flexible, knowledge, understanding, supports bilingualism, values and experiences that all 14 - 19 learners need for HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: Miss Angela Davies further learning, employment ADDRESS: Maesyrhandir, Newtown, Powys SY16 1LH in general, whatever learning T: 01686 627454 E: [email protected] pathway they choose to follow. NORTH POWYS SCHOOLS BRYNLLYWARCH HALL SCHOOL THE PRIMARY AIM OF OUR CURRICULUM IS TO ENGAGE RELUCTANT PUPILS IN THE ACT OF LEARNING AS A PLEASURABLE AND PROFITABLE EXPERIENCE. OUR STUDENTS ARE OFFERED A WIDE RANGING AND VARIED CURRICULUM, WITH AN EMPHASIS UPON THE ACQUISITION OF KEY SKILLS.

Our students all have a experienced teachers. In monitors conduct through a Statement of Special addition we have fifteen full well established points system. Educational Needs. This forms time teaching assistants who Failure to comply with the the basis of all Individual work in the classroom classroom “rules” usually Education Plans and is alongside the teachers. results in a sanction e.g. loss of reviewed annually at an Class sizes vary between 6 to privileges/detention. Equally, Education Review. Full subject 8 pupils and one to one good behaviour is rewarded reports are produced annually. support is offered in key skills with a ‘student of the week’ In addition, students undergo areas to students who require for the pupil earning the a regular learning and it. Our older students have the highest points for positive achievement review as part of opportunity to sit external behaviour. Student of the our internal assessment. This examinations - usually Entry week receives a £5 Argos Gift review informs the Individual Level, ASDAN and BTEC. They Voucher. Education Plan as well as the also have the opportunity to Our sixth form provision offers Personal Education Plans. experience learning outside of a wide range of activities and We have fourteen fully the school by attending Coleg courses including Essential qualified and highly Powys during Year 11. Work Skills, Numeracy, Literacy, ICT, Experience is organised for all RE , PSHE, BTEC Land Studies, young people in Year 10, Year Duke of Edinburgh - Bronze, 11 and the Sixth Form. Careers Silver & Gold, Open College advice is offered from Year 9 Network, Forest Schools, onwards by the Powys Estate Skills, BTEC Sport, Specialist Careers Advisors. GCSE Art and additional There are clear expectations qualifications i.e. First Aid, regarding pupil behaviour and Baby Sitting and Food each classroom teacher Hygiene.

HEAD OF SIXTH FORM: Mr Jon Lewis ADDRESS: Kerry, Nr. Newtown, Powys SY16 4PB T: 01686 670276 E: [email protected] www.brynllywarch.powys.sch.uk Wrexham 14-19 Booklet This booklet provides information about the choices available to all students in Years 10 and 11.

These choices provide a wide range of courses to give breadth Welcome to the Wrexham 14-19 Network to your studies. They are available through your school and the Wrexham 14-19 Network which is a partnership of schools and My Choice Booklet colleges within the Wrexham area. Most of the collaborative courses are available on Wednesdays, either for the full-day or just in the afternoon. Some are provided in the evenings from 4:30 to 6:30. These courses may be provided in another school or at Yale College. In addition some students may be offered an Enrichment course. Information about these courses can be found in the booklet as well.

Enjoy browsing through the broad subject range from General courses such as History, RE, French and Law to Vocational Courses including Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy, to Engineering and Small Animal Care.

You can select from one or more of the Learning Pathways and courses offered. Choose carefully. Ask your Tutor, Learning Coach or Careers Advisor at school if you need any help.

More information is available as follows: www.careerswales.com for all the choices available through your school

The information is also available in printed form at your school.

2 Your Learning Pathway 14 – 19

6. 5. 4. 3. 2. IndividualLearningPathway 1. An entitlement to: Learning Pathwayscoverssixmainareasandall14-19yearoldshavean you betweentheagesof14and19. To helpinachievingthisgoal,LearningPathways14-19wascreatedfor higher educationbytheageof25. of youngpeoplewillbereadyforhighskilledemploymentor The WelshAssemblyGovernmentgoalisthatby2015,95% All studentshaveaccesstoimpartialcareersadviceand guidance. Carees AdviceandGuidnc All studentshaveaccesstosupportwhentheyneedit. Personal Support of staff. come fromaspecialistLearningCoachoranothermember All studentshaveanentitlementtoLearningCoachingwhichmay Learning Coachin which allstudentsneedinlifewhatevertheirlearningpathway. The skills,knowledge,understanding,valuesandexperiences The LearningCore wide rangeofsubjectareastosuittheirIndividualLearningPathway. The opportunityforstudentstochoosecoursesfroma Wider ChoicandFlexibility aptitudes andinterests. qualifications attherightlevel,suitedtoeachindividualsneeds, A packageofcoursesandlearningopportunitiesleadingto 3 Both General and Vocational courses are available at all levels and both can lead to university or employment. Most students take a mix of General and Vocational courses in Key Stage 4. You should choose the courses that prepare you for your next stage in education, training or employment. Choosing one particular pathway does not commit you to that choice after the age of 16.

General courses include GCSEs and most are delivered in your school. Some general courses are shared between schools and the College. Most general courses are assessed through exams and some have coursework as well.

Vocational courses include BTECs and OCR Certificates. S ome of these courses are delivered in school with a wider choice available in College. They are based on the knowledge skills and understanding required in employment. They are more practical in nature and are generally assessed through coursework assignments.

4 Learning Pathways

The following pages tell you about different Learning Pathways and the courses available. On each page you will find:

• An Introduction which gives you a broad idea of what the pathway is about

• The courses that are available for you at age 14 within each Learning Pathway Please note: all students will study English, Welsh, Mathematics, Science, Religious Studies, Information Technology, Physical Education and the various elements of the Learning Core. These are essential for your future whichever pathway you choose to follow.

In addition you will be asked to choose a number of options which could be any mix of General and Vocational courses. Most courses are provided in your school, but some courses are collaborative. For these courses your school is working with the other Wrexham Schools. Most of the courses take place at Yale College with some provided in High Schools. A collaborative course will have a mix of students from your school and other schools. The collaborative courses are listed later in the booklet.

• An indication of courses available at age 16 and examples of career opportunities within the Pathway

PLEASE NOTE: Some courses are useful for more than one Pathway. For example Science is needed for several pathways including Hair and Beauty, Construction and Land Based, as well as the more obvious Science and Engineering.

ENRICHMENT COURSES, available at Entry Level and Level 1, are offered to some students by their schools where the school feels the students will benefit from the provision. Further details are available later in this book.

5 Possible progression at Creative Arts age 16 Do you love dance or music? and Media A-levels Art & Design, Drama & Theatre Studies, Are you always sketching Film Studies, Media Studies, Music, or designing new outfits? Photography, Textiles Vocational Courses Do you enjoy putting sound to PROGRESSION AFTER KS 4 courses Art & Design your own video, or making Creative Media 18 INCLUDING DVDs from your photos? GCSEs Performing Arts UNIVERSITY Art & Design, Music, Production Arts This could be Drama, Media Studies, Music technology Actor for YOU Textiles Theatre director Work Based Learning DJ, Computer animator Vocational Courses including Illustrator Performing Arts Apprenticeship TV and Film industry Photographer, Musician Designer Artist

Science and Mathematics

KS 4 courses Possible progression at GCSEs age 16 Additional Science, Applied Science A-levels Electronics, Geology Biology, Chemistry Human Physiology, Maths Geology, Human Biology PROGRESSION AFTER Psychology, Science, Statistics Mathematics 18 INCLUDING Do you enjoy Further Mathematics UNIVERSITY working with numbers? Three separate sciences Physics, Psychology (Physics, Chemistry & Biology) Accountant, Doctor Vocational Courses Do you like doing Human Resources Applied Science experiments? Vocational Courses Meteorologist, Nurse Applied Science Work Based Learning Physiotherapist, Psychologist Do you enjoy learning about including Scientist, Teacher how things work? Apprenticeship Technician, Vet

This could be for YOU

6 KS 4 courses

GCSEs Geography Possible History progression at age 16 PROGRESSION AFTER Do you Humanities 18 INCLUDING enjoy learning about Religious Studies Sociology A-levels UNIVERSITY the past? Classical Civilisation Geography Archaeologist Do you enjoy finding Government & Politics Historian out about people and how History Museum Curator they live? Religious Education Politics, Civil Service, Sociology Social Worker Do you enjoy discussing Humanities Teacher topical issues? Town Planner This could be for YOU

Do you enjoy Possible reading or writing? progression at Languages age 16 Do you like using foreign language and finding out A-levels about other cultures? English Language & Literature English Language Do you want to work abroad? KS 4 courses English Literature PROGRESSION AFTER French 18 INCLUDING GCSEs Would Welsh fluency German UNIVERSITY English Spanish help in your work? English Literature Welsh Author French, German Journalist This could be Spanish for YOU Librarian Welsh Linguist Welsh Literature Teacher Tour Guide Translator

7 Possible progression at age 16 Are you able to IT and Computing help other people use A-levels their computer? Computing Information Technology Do you design computer applications? Vocational Courses PROGRESSION AFTER KS 4 courses Information Technology Do you want to know more 18 INCLUDING GCSEs ICT Skills for Business about how computers work? UNIVERSITY Computing Work Based Learning Information Technology Computer programmer This could be including Data Manager for YOU Apprenticeship Vocational Options Games Designer Information Technology IT consultant Multimedia Computing Network Engineer Office Assistant

KS 4 courses Sport and Leisure PROGRESSION AFTER GCSEs Possible 18 INCLUDING Physical Education progression at age 16 UNIVERSITY Vocational Options Fitness instructor Leisure and Tourism A-levels Are you keen on Holiday Rep Sports studies Physical Education Sports or Outdoor Pursuits? Leisure centre manager Vocational Courses Outdoor Pursuits Instructor Do you like working with Leisure & Tourism Professional Sports Person others and as part of a team? Sport Sports and Exercise Scientist Travel and Tourism Sports Coach Would you like to work in the Teacher Tourism Industry? Work Based Learning Tourist Information including Centre manager This could be Apprenticeship for YOU

8 Design, Technology, Possible progression at KS 4 courses Engineering & age 16 GCSEs A-levels Construction Product Design Design Technology, Electronics PROGRESSION AFTER Resistant Materials 18 INCLUDING Graphics Vocational Courses UNIVERSITY Food Technology Automotive, Construction Do you enjoy Textiles Civil Engineering, Trowel Occupations Architects technician practical work? Painting and Decorating, Plastering Bricklayer, Cabinet maker Vocational Options Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Decorator, Design Engineer Do you help with DIY Engineering Wood Occupations Electrician at home? Construction Maintenance Operations Electronics Engineer Floor laying, Plumbing Motor vehicle Technician Do you enjoy designing Electrical Installation Plumber and making things? Quantity Surveyor Work Based Learning Site/Building Engineer including This could be Apprenticeship for YOU

Business and Possible progression at Are you interested in Finance age 16 finance or law? A-levels Business Studies Do you want to run Economics your own business? Law PROGRESSION AFTER KS 4 courses 18 INCLUDING Do you enjoy organising events? GCSEs Vocational Courses UNIVERSITY Business Studies Administration This could be Business Accountant for YOU Economics Law Accounts Clerk Work Based Learning Admin Officer, Bank Clerk including Business Manager Apprenticeship Buyer, Economist Entrepreneur Lawyer, Legal Secretary Sales Manager 9 Possible progression at age 16 Do you enjoy helping Land Based in the garden? A-levels Biology Do you enjoy working Vocational Courses with animals? Agriculture, Animal Care KS 4 courses Floristry, Forestry PROGRESSION AFTER Do you like working Horse Care & Management 18 INCLUDING outdoors? Vocational Options Horticulture UNIVERSITY Horticulture This could be Small Animal Care Work Based Learning Animal Care for YOU including Animal Nurse Apprenticeship Farm worker Florist Gardener Horse Trainer Landscape Architect

KS 4 courses Possible Services to People GCSEs progression at Food Technology age 16 Sociology, Psychology PROGRESSION AFTER Vocational Courses 18 INCLUDING Beauty Therapy UNIVERSITY Childcare and Education Vocational Options Do you enjoy Customer Service Child Care Beauty Therapist helping other people? Hairdressing Customer Care Care Worker Health and Social Care Health and Social Care Chef Are you polite and pleasant Hospitality and Catering Hospitality and Catering Classroom Assistant to others? Public Services, Retail Retail Skills, Public Services Conference Manager Do you help in a youth Hairdressing and Work Based Learning Counsellor, Hairdresser group or a care home? Beauty Therapy including Nurse, Police Apprenticeship Shop manager, Teacher, This could be Social Worker for YOU

10 Collaborative provision General Information about Collaborative Courses Wednesday whole day courses available for students taking the Welsh Baccalaureate in year 10 Full-day and Half-day collaborative courses commencing for Year 10 in September Pathway Course Equivalence Location 2012 will take place on a Wednesday, either for a full day or for the afternoon only. Engineering and Construction Level 2 Principal Learning in 5 GCSEs A*-C Yale College In your own school you are aware of the high expectations your school has of you. In Engineering the same way, on collaborative courses you are expected to have an excellent level Engineering and Construction Level 2 Principal Learning in 5 GCSEs A*-C Yale College of attendance, work hard and behave responsibly and appropriately. Your school is Construction and the Built informed each week of your attendance and receives regular information on your Environment progress. Services to People Level 1 Principal Learning in Hair 3 GCSEs D-G Yale College and Beauty Studies Course Equipment Services to People Level 2 Principal Learning in Hair 5 GCSEs A*-C Yale College Students are expected to provide specific equipment appropriate to the course and and Beauty Studies this varies according to the course being studied. In Law, for example, the student will need to purchase a text book. In Construction and Engineering special clothing is Wednesday afternoon half day courses needed to meet Health and Safety requirements. Creative Arts and Media Extended Certificate in 2 GCSEs A*-C Yale College Performing Arts Each course leaflet outlines the specific equipment required and the likely cost. Any Engineering & Construction Level 1 Certificate in Engineering 1 GCSE D-G Yale College difficulties with providing such equipment should be taken up with the student’s own school. Engineering & Construction Level 1 Certificate in Basic 1 GCSE D-G Yale College Construction Skills Course Offer Land Based Extended Certificate in 2 GCSEs A*-C St. Christopher’s All courses have a maximum number of places. This is due to teaching space capacity Animal Care School or health & safety requirements. The places available are divided up between the Services to People Level 1 NVQ Certificate in 2 GCSEs D-G Yale College schools according to the numbers of students in the year group in each school. Customer Service Surplus school places are then offered to other schools. Students applying for all Services to People Extended Certificate in Public 2 GCSEs A*-C Yale College courses will be interviewed by the school or college providing the course. Services The provision is supported by direct funding from the Welsh Assembly Government, Services to People Extended Certificate in 2 GCSEs A*-C Yale College as well as by Wrexham CBC, High Schools and local partners. Courses offered will Hospitality (inc. Catering) only take place if there is sufficient interest in the courses and funding is available. Services to People Level 1 Certificate in an 2 GCSEs D-G Yale College & Introduction to the Hair and St. Christopher’s Transport Beauty Sector School For the afternoon courses students will be transported to course providers at the Able Students programme start of each teaching session. Courses will finish at 4.20pm and students and their Business and Finance GCSE Law 1 GCSE Yale College parents/guardians must make arrangements for transport home. Engineering GCSE Electronics 1 GCSE Yale College Where courses take place beyond the town centre, for example at Bersham Road and Business and Finance GCSE Economics 1 GCSE Yale College in Wrexham schools, students will be returned to the King Street bus station or the Grove Park campus of Yale, if required. Science and Mathematics GCSE Psychology 1 GCSE Yale College

1 IT and Computing GCSE Computing and Level 2 1 /2 GCSE A*-C Yale College For the full-day courses individual arrangements are made for each student. Award in Interactive Media For the Twilight Language courses Students must make their own transport Twilight courses (4:30–6:30): There will be a separate process for these courses in May arrangements. These courses take place at the Grove Park Campus of Yale College. Languages GCSE Spanish 1 GCSE Yale College Languages GCSE German 1 GCSE Yale College

11 Able Students Programme Curriculum Enrichment

Students who are expected to achieve A*, A or B at GCSE In addition to the courses already described in this booklet, the Wrexham 14 - 19 Network are invited to join this programme, which is offered at Yale provides “Curriculum Enrichment”. Pupils may be recommended by their school to benefit College. Students will study 2 GCSEs chosen from Law, from this provision. Psychology and Economics. The subjects will be studied over 2 years with exams in year 11. The Wrexham 14 -19 Network “Curriculum Enrichment” is a range of courses which provide opportunities for students aged 14 -19. Support, transport and progression routes have been Alternatively able students who are interested in careers in built in to meet individual student needs and Learning Pathways. computing, software design or games design may take a two year programme leading to a GCSE in Computing and a BTEC In the first year most students follow courses at Entry Level and may then have the Certificate in Interactive Media. A new course on offer opportunity to progress on to Level 1 courses or if appropriate to study another Entry Level this year is GCSE Electronics. This will be offered with course in a different vocational field. Most courses are one day a week although half day additional practical studies in Electronics. Currently there courses are also available. The courses can take place any day from Monday to Friday. is a shortage of students wishing to take these subjects in Higher Education. Courses offered include:

The Able Students Programme is designed to provide Catering Level 1 in Hospitality – City & Guilds Yale additional challenge for appropriate students. The students Catering Award in Hospitality – Edexcel - Btec Yale will gain additional qualifications and further insight into Mechanics Award in Vehicle Systems Maintenance – City & Guilds Wrexham Training possible choices at A-level. Students who successfully complete this programme have an improved background Engineering Award in Engineering – Edexcel - Btec Yale when applying to the most competitive universities; however Construction Certificate in Basic Construction Skills – City & Guilds Yale students who do not meet the criteria could disadvantage Animal Care Award in Work Based Animal Care – NPTC C&G Llysfasi themselves if they underperform on this course. Animal Care Award in Animal Care - Agored Llysfasi On completing the Able Students’ Programme the vast Outdoor Pursuits Introduction to Outdoor Pursuits - AQA Nantyr Centre majority of students progress on to A-levels. Many Welding & Fabrication Award in Engineering - ABC Llysfasi students take one of the subjects studied in the able students Programme at A-Level. Active Sport & Leisure Award in Sport & Active Leisure – Edexcel - Btec Deeside Retail Certificate in Retail Skills – City & Guilds St Christopher’s Hairdressing Certificate in Hairdressing & Barbering – City & Guilds Wrexham Training

Beauty Certificate in the Hair & Beauty Sector - VTCT St Christopher’s Hairdressing Certificate in the Hair & Beauty Sector - VTCT St Christopher’s Landbased Award in Conservation - ABC Llysfasi Horticulture Award in Practical Horticulture Skills – NPTC C&G Deeside Engineering Introduction to Vehicle Maintenance - Agored Deeside Environmental Studies Introduction to Basic Conservation - Agored Eco Centre Pre Vocational Tasters Introduction to College - Agored Deeside & Yale Childcare Certificate in Child Care - WJEC St Christopher’s 3D Crafts Award in 3D Crafts – Edexcel - Btec Yale Equestrian Equestrian Studies - Agored Deeside Hard Landscape Award in Practical Horticulture Skills – NPTC C&G Deeside

12 What do I do now? Consider your possible Learning Pathways and discuss them with teachers, parents and advisers. Your choice of courses may come from one or more Learning Pathways.

Read the information provided by your school about the subjects available.

Read the information sheet about collaborative courses you are interested in. These are available in your school.

Attend your school advice/parents evenings and, if you are considering a collaborative course listed on page 15, the collaborative advice evenings.

• 7th February - 5.00 - 7.00pm at Yale College Grove Park Campus (All courses except Engineering and Construction)

• 9th February - 5.00 - 7.00pm at Yale College Bersham Road Campus (Engineering and Construction courses)

Make your choices at school for all the courses

You can only choose one full-day or half-day collaborative course as they all take place at the same time.

There are twilight courses in GCSE, German and Spanish. You can choose one of these. Enrolment for these courses will take place in May.

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Norman Rd Stockwell Grove ST CHRISTOPHER’S The information contained in this publication was deemed to be correct at the time of going to Stockwell Grove, Wrexham LL13 7BW press, though the Wrexham 14-19 Network and the 01978 346910 schools reserve the right to change where necessary.