28th April 2017 Issue No. 55 28 Ebrill 2017 Online Brynteg News Cyhoeddiad 55
Newyddion Brynteg Ar Iein
Contents Calendar
Canteen Information 01.05.2017 Bank Holiday Art Department News
Debating Club 08.05.2017 Year 9 Vaccinations Duke of Edinburgh News 09.05.2017
Expressive Arts / Transition News 29.05.2017 Half Term Music Department News
P.E Department News 05.06.2017 School for all pupils R.E Department News
School Council News
Science Department News
Pupil News
Star Reader
Book of the Fortnight
Literacy and Numeracy Focus
Medical News
Exam Information
Thought of the Week
Contacting the School – A Kindly Reminder
Important: Please can we remind parents to refrain from contacting pupils during the school day and most importantly to avoid doing so via their mobile phone. It places pupils in a very difficult situation should a call come during a lesson, and according to our mobile device policy, could result in the phone being confiscated and parents being asked to come to the school to collect. Equally we have had instances where pupils have contacted parents about an issue or illness on their mobile, against school rules and policy, often without informing the school itself. Consequently we have had parents turn up at reception demanding that we resolve an issue or illness that we were unaware of in the first place. Should there be any issues please contact the school directly using the methods below.
As a school we encourage partnership working between teachers and parents and keeping in touch is an important and valued part of this successful partnership. However, recently our busy switchboard has seen an unprecedented rise in the number of calls from parents, the majority of which are routine and non-urgent.
Can we politely remind parents that there are a number of ways in which you can contact the school that may help parent messages and enquiries to be dealt with more efficiently and save you the frustration of hanging on waiting for your call to be answered. It would also prevent our switchboard being clogged up with routine calls and allow us to give priority to urgent and emergency calls.
A note in your child’s planner For routine messages such as dental appointments, lost kit, homework queries.
Email: admin.brynteg@bridgend.gov.uk Please state your child’s name and form and if relevant, who the email is for. Your email will then be forwarded to the relevant person. For non urgent routine enquires and reporting any concerns, change of address, pupil absences, school trip information.
Telephone: 01656 641800 For urgent and emergency matters only please. We reiterate that we are happy to hear from you and thank you for using the appropriate method of contacting us.
School Canteen Information
Important Information:
Please will all pupils in Years 11, 12 and 13 who will not be returning to Brynteg in September 2017 ensure that they use up their school cashless account balance by July 2017.
Thank you. Art Department News Newyddion yr Adran Gelf
Year 11 GCSE Art students performed excellently in their 10 hour practical exam and staff were pleased with the range and quality of work produced by all. Pupils had used their 8 week preparation time well and worked with skill and focus in the assigned time. Congratulations!
Debating Club
Debating Club members and Year 13 Health and Social Care students recently received a talk by the Probation Service. The event was linked to future careers. Students were invited to ask questions and they learnt about: The qualifications that are required, training, a day in the life of a probation worker and employment opportunities. The students thoroughly enjoyed the talk and a few expressed an interest in joining the profession.
Many thanks to Natalie Bevan and Dave Bebb from the Probation Service (pictured)for giving up their time to inspire our students.
Information supplied by: Mrs S Burgess
On the 4th of April, teachers and pupils who were all involved in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award enjoyed an awards evening at the Ashoka Indian restaurant in Bridgend. It was a time for those who had completed either their Bronze, Silver, or Gold Award, respectively, to celebrate with their peers and teachers about their achievement. The Ashoka staff served an excellent buffet of their delicious food which everybody really liked. Certificates, along with their associated badges, were given out. Some students earned a special award or two for ‘unique’ achievements. One such student was Harry Hopkins who earned two awards; one for surviving an expedition on six Mars bars and another award for walking through a river instead of using stepping stones – to be fair, the latter was a group award. Another student, Bailey Ringham, received an award for always being late but he was sadly not in attendance during the awards evening. Regardless, this ‘late award’ will now be given out each year and will be known appropriately as the Bailey Ringham Award. Everybody enjoyed the evening and hopefully something of the sort can be held each year in the future!
We would like to thank Mr Webber, Mrs Morgan, Mrs Thomas, Mr Buller, Mrs Jones and Mrs Bevan for helping out on the DofE Award this year. A special thank you must go out to Mr Brown, Brynteg’s very own Duke of Edinburgh, for organising and making sure the award continues at Brynteg Comprehensive. We would also like to thank the Ashoka for their hospitality and food!
Written by:Dafydd Thomas Year 12
During the 7th – 9th of April, students currently working towards their Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award took part in the Welsh Three Peaks Challenge to train for their fast approaching expeditions. The challenge consisted of climbing Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales, then Cadair Idris, followed by Pen Y Fan all within 24 hours, which even includes travel time. Clearly, it was going to be tough! On the first day, everybody arrived at school to get on a minibus for the trip up to North Wales, specifically to the bunkhouse near Llanberis. It was a long drive but quick stops in Merthyr Tydfil, some country park (where Mr Brown climbed a rock), Llanberis, and a petrol station in the middle of nowhere at least broke up the trip. Mr Webber, Mrs Bevan, and Mr Brown’s great driving meant that all arrived safely too. It was even, to some extent, enjoyable as Mr Brown’s passion for Ed Sheeran was nothing short of admirable, and a top Spotify playlist from Matthew Biggs made the travelling just a little bit more bearable. The trip to the bunkhouse took around 7 hours but this didn't put anyone into a bad mood. Several card games and Jenga at the bunkhouse ensured high spirits for the next day.
The next day was going to be the main event. At 4:30 in the morning, everybody woke up to prepare themselves for the challenge awaiting them. Within an hour, the minibus had arrived at Snowdon and the Welsh Three Peaks Challenge began. Starting with a moderate incline, it was a relatively straightforward walk to begin with. Further on, though, the path become more rocky and steep and this was much more difficult due to the extra strain on the muscles. Luckily, the views were fantastic despite not being at the summit and this served as motivation. The ascent continued, with the path still rocky, tough to traverse, but progress was being made. Eventually, the top ridge was reached and then it was a simple stroll up to the summit where the amount of effort put into the walk was more than justified by the absolutely spectacular views. Unfortunately, what comes up must come down, and it was here that many realised that the descent is an almost forgotten challenge in itself. So much more concentration was needed as a mere slip could be incredibly dangerous to both the person and the people around them. The good news is that nobody did slip and hurt themselves during the trek back down, although painful blisters were beginning to emerge. After the steep part was over, it was then a pleasant walk past the lakes to the car park, where the minibus would then travel to Cadair Idris.
Cadair Idris may not be as tall as Snowdon, but it is renowned to be harder because of its false summit, less tourist-friendly pathways and that it starts from a much lower height above sea level than Snowdon. This reputation was certainly recognised from the start, as the walk through the forest was both steep and relentless. The incline did not seem to end until the lake was reached, a spot recognised as a place of beauty. In fact, the lake is said to be bottomless... which is probably more myth than reality. Despite this area’s beauty, it was almost impossible to ignore the huge cliff face of Cadair Idris, and also the even steeper path that now had to be followed. Even worse, what appeared to be the highest point was actually shorter than the neighbouring peak, which actually turned out to be Cadair Idris. The shorter peak would have to be climbed and then descended, before climbing up again for the real summit. Before all of this, everybody still had to get up to the main ridge. This revealed itself as a rather tiresome slog that never seemed to end. The fiercely hot temperatures made it even more difficult to climb the mountain too. Once on top of the ridge, the false summit then had to be climbed, which was hard work by itself, and the descent after it put more strain on feet, as well as lowering morale. Around 20 minutes later, the summit of Cadair Idris was conquered where all breathed a sigh of relief. Remember what happens next? You guessed it! The main descent - following a path along the ridge before then trekking down a huge scree slope that was rather treacherous and definitely no fun at all. After that, the path back through the forest showed us the way to the car park, where the minibus would then travel to Pen Y Fan, the last mountain that had to be climbed.
Even though Pen Y Fan is considered to be the easiest mountain to climb by itself, the fact that everyone had already climbed Snowdon and Cadair Idris in the same day would undoubtedly have an impact. However, Pen Y Fan being the last mountain acted as good motivation, and there was lots of morale amongst the group on the way up to the summit. The path was also very tourist-friendly and the night’s cool temperature contrasted sharply to the sweltering temperature at Cadair Idris during the day. It wasn't long before all had reached the summit, and the Welsh Three Peaks Challenge was successfully completed!
By the time the minibus got back to school, it was early in the morning of the 9th April. It had been a long and arduous challenge and everybody involved should feel very proud to have achieved such a feat! Special thanks to Mr Brown, Mr Webber and Mrs Bevan for driving, and providing supervision and guidance on the trip.
Written by: Dafydd Thomas Year 12 Information supplied by: Mr V Brown
Expressive Arts Transition at Brynteg
During the last week of the spring term, our art, music and pe departments welcomed our new Teggies to the school for an expressive arts experience in ‘Urban Culture’.
In art, Year 6 pupils learnt about the famous artist and Banksy and even created some of their own graffiti art to take home.
With Mrs Fender and Mrs Morgan in music, pupils created their own raps and in their final session, pupils took to the dance floor to practise their street dance moves!
We look forward to seeing our new Year 7 students this term for more transition events!
Here are a selection of raps from some of the groups. “Brynteg, Brynteg you’re so groovy This is like a lovely movie Lots of teachers, loads of friends The fun here never ends” By Sharna and Shannon Penybont Primary
“Hey everybody, here’s our Brynteg rap If you want to listen then give a strong clap Keep that rhythm and stay in time ‘Cos a rap needs a rhythm and a good strong rhyme
Maths will get harder, drama will be fun We know we’re nervous (but isn’t everyone?) The canteen looks good, science looks great Maybe in English we’ll have a debate.” By Lois, Chloe and Ava Litchard Primary
“Brynteg, Brynteg gives me a fright Our Year 6 journey, the end is in sight, Although I’m nervous, I’m, excited as well, Our Brynteg experience is gonna be swell!” By Grace, Fran, Shannon, Carly, Ellie and Daisy Litchard Primary
“Brynteg it’s a brilliant school If you don’t go there you’re a fool, Brynteg might give you a bit of a fright Because there’s homework every night! Science, history, geography too In maths there’s 2x2 Brynteg we’ll see you in some time Hope you liked our little rhyme.” By Harry, Morgan, Sam and Ieuan Penybont Primary Information / Photographs supplied by: Mr C Wade Expressive Arts Transition at Brynteg
Music Department News Newyddion yr Adran Gerddoriaeth
Music Department
Visit to The Mountbatten Festival of Music
Date: Saturday 25 March 2017
Venue: Royal Albert Hall, London
Occasion: Mountbatten Festival of Music
“Following on from my last article about the Band of HM Royal Marines Commando Training Centre visit to Brynteg, a group of us went to their annual massed bands spectacle in The Royal Albert Hall, namely The Mountbatten Festival of Music.
12:00 noon we met at the Upper School to board the minibus for London. There were only a few of us but we still made plenty of noise when we sang on the way! 3.30pm we were dropped off right outside The Royal Albert Hall, there was time for a photo opportunity by the Hall and outside The Royal College of Music which is situated opposite. Our next move was to go and find something to eat and we ended up in Pizza Express, just down the road from Harrods! After a very nice meal we wandered back to The Royal Albert Hall for the evening’s performance – we were all very excited.
On arrival at the Albert Hall we waited outside by the Royal Entrance, I knew that a very special visitor was expected. After speaking very nicely to one of the Police Officers, he let us move a little closer to get a good view! 20 minutes later, on a cold March evening, flashing lights appeared and the traffic stopped, a big black Range Rover pulled up and out came The Duke of Edinburgh, who was the guest of honour at the performance as he is the Captain General of the Royal Marines.
Soon after the excitement of Prince Phillip’s arrival we were in our seats waiting for the concert to begin. We were all very, very excited! The concert began with the National Anthem; followed by the theme from the video game ‘Wing Commander’ which incorporated the Fanfare Trumpeters performing alongside the 250 piece Symphonic Wind Band. An amazing display by The Corps of Drums then followed, assembling to an arrangement of ‘Flight of the Silverbird’, originally by Two Steps from Hell, before bursting into a brand new drum static. Other highlights from the first half included the oboe solo and the very funny and entertaining percussion feature by two percussionists competing against one another whilst performing Scott Joplin’s ‘Maple Leaf Rag’. Captain Steve Green, the Director of Music who visited Brynteg, conducted a ‘Billy Joel Medley’ to conclude the first act. He then returned to open the second act conducting a thrilling and dramatic performance of Pink Floyd’s classic ‘Another Brick in The Wall’ which included the Royal Marines School of Music Choir, which we were to see again later!
The concert does not normally have international visitors, but this year the Royal Marines welcomed the Top Secret Drum Corps from Switzerland (who I admire very much) and they were next! After an opening sequence they had a drum battle against the Royal Marines Drum Corps before joining together to perform as one ensemble. It was truly incredible. Other highlights from the second half were the musicals medley, which included dancers and culminated in a finale of ‘You can’t Stop the beat’ from Hairspray, a Dixie Land Band and the Royal Marines School of Music Choir
The finale was a tribute to the Women’s Royal Navel Service and the history of the Navy. The music accompanied film footage on large screens to show the future of the Royal Navy. The concert was one of the best I have ever seen and it is an experience which I will never forget. A visit to the Mountbatten Festival of Music is something which I have always wanted to attend and finally I have. I would go back and see it again any day and would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoyed the concert in Brynteg, as it so much more than just a concert full of military marches. The lighting must also have a mention as it complimented the performance beautifully!
The trip home mainly consisted of sleeping, star gazing and reflecting on an amazing day!
Thank you Mrs Fender and Mrs Morgan for taking us.”
Joe Elliott Year 8
Information / Photographs supplied by: Mrs Z Fender
Photographs (above) courtesy of The Bands of HM Royal Marines (Official) Facebook page
A live stream of the event can be found on The Bands of HM Royal Marines (Official) Facebook page or via this link:
http://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/news-and-latest-activity/news/2017/march/25/170325- mountbatten-festival-of-music
Music Department News Newyddion yr Adran Gerddoriaeth
Music for Youth Festival
“Every year more than 40,000 young musicians compete in the largest music festival in the world, ‘Music for Youth’. This year, Brynteg’s Brass ensemble ‘Brynteg Brass’ were lucky enough to perform in the Newport Regional Festival.
On Friday 24th March, over twenty Brynteg pupils along with many other musicians from Bridgend County met for rehearsals at school in the morning before being bussed off to the Newport Centre.
Information / Photographs supplied by: Mrs Z Fender
Brynteg Brass were the first ensemble of the afternoon to perform. Our programme consisted of two very contrasting pieces; ‘My Heart Will Go On’ from the record breaking hit film ‘Titanic’ and ‘Kersplonk!’, a piece especially written for brass from composer, Jock McKenzie. Later, that afternoon we went back into the hall to receive expert feedback by professional musicians who have been in the business a long time. We were complimented on unity and how we really connected as an ensemble. However, they also included some advice as to what we could work on to further develop our performance, such as varying our dynamics (loud and quiet playing).
A number of us also represented Bridgend County in the Festival, playing in a number of ensembles including Training Brass, Symphonic Brass and Strings Plus. All in all, it was a good day out thoroughly enjoyed by all the young musicians who went along to represent Brynteg and Bridgend County.” Dayfdd Rees 9Y
PE Department News Newyddion yr Adran Addysg Gorfforol
Netball News:
Congratulations to the U18 Netball Squad for reaching the final of the Welsh Presidents Cup, which took place in Cwmbran on March 25th. Everyone played extremely well and kept fighting to the bitter end. There were some very strong teams there and we came 5th overall, losing 4 and winning 2 games. Well done to everyone who played, and thank you for your commitment this year. We also say farewell to our Year 13 netballer Emma Hobby (Captain), Sian Woolcock (Vice Captain), Isobelle Bryce and Ellie Wade good luck and make sure you keep playing! Mrs Hopkins. Information and photograph supplied by: Mrs S Hopkins Hockey News:
Well done to Megan Hooper of Year 11 (pictured on the left) who umpired in her first hockey age group International tournament over the Easter break.
In addition we would like to say well done to Bethan Johnson of Year 12 (pictured on the right) who has been selected for the U21 Welsh Netball Squad who will be competing in the World Youth Cup in 2017.
Information and photographs supplied by: Miss A Welsford
Photo: Year 10 rugby Photo: Year 9 rugby
Urdd 7s news:
Year 9 and Year 10 both qualified for the second day but both unfortunately lost to the eventual winners.
Upcoming Dates for 7s Tournaments
Monmouth 7s: Year 7 won all their group games but lost their knockout game to Year 8 -10th of May qualify for the second day. Year 9 - 24th of May
Photographs (below) of the Wales 7s training session with Year 7
Information and photographs supplied by: Mr J Gatt / Mr R Harris The Seniors and Year 11’s hosted Connestoga High from Philiadelphia U.S.A during the Easter break between 8th - 11th April. Winning their match 40-28 in an enthralling encounter which was a few of the boys final game for the school, Well done to Hywel Phillips, Thomas Lillico, Luca Govani, Ciaran Oliver, Joshua Raikes, Max Brennan, Ethan Walsh and Harrison Lee on representing Brynteg over the last 7 years.
Information and photographs supplied by: Mr J Gatt
Pictured left to right: Ffion Revill, Jade Thomas and Daniel O’Sullivan
Well done to Ffion Revill& Jade Thomas who
both played in the Ospreys v Blues Womens match. Ffion has also been selected to play for East Wales against West Wales this Sunday 30th April in Cardiff.
Good luck Ffion!
Congratulations to Daniel O'Sullivan who has been selected for the Wales 16s Squad.
The school are very proud of their achievements!
For more information please contact Mr J Gatt in room 13
To the uninitiated it might look like any other secondary school, but Brynteg Comprehensive School produced its eighth British and Irish Lion when Ospreys and Wales scrum-half Rhys Webb was called up on Wednesday.
That does not include multiple Wales internationals across both rugby codes. Webb's selection continues the fine sporting record of the Bridgend school. "I used to look at the board and see how many British and Irish Lions were on it," Webb told BBC Scrum V Radio.
Webb joins Jack Matthews, JPR Williams, Gareth Williams, Mike Hall, Rob Howley, Dafydd James and Gavin Henson as Lions to have attended the school. "I knew some of them because they were in my time but some of them I hadn't really heard of, but you always used to count them. It shows what an immense school and breeding ground for talent it is," Webb continued. "There's still a good rugby base there and a lot of young talent coming up through the ranks, so it's great."
Source: BBC Sport News 20th April 2017 via http://bbc.in/2pJ4KyU
Rhys Webb's selection in the British and Irish Lions Squad. He is the 8th Brynteg pupil
ever to be picked.
School pride
Brynteg is not the only school to celebrate former pupils being called up to Warren Gatland's Lions squad. Wales pair Dan Biggar and Liam Williams both attended Gowerton School in Swansea. Adam Rosser, head of physical education at Brynteg, says instilling a positive philosophy into the pupils contributes to their success. "The children have got a good background of what the game is all about and we just tweak it slightly, and encourage them to take part," he told BBC Scrum V Radio. "We're fully aware that not everybody has got to play rugby union but everybody has got to go to school and when they get to us in September, they know through family of the contribution Brynteg has made."
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As well as breeding future talent, Rosser says the school and its students are aware of the impact they, and the wider community, have made. "We're extremely proud of what the school has done. We know that it's not just the school in isolation. We're supported by the local club game as well," Rosser continued. "The local clubs in the Bridgend district work their socks off and we're extremely grateful for the contribution that they make."
'No one to hug or high five'
Whereas some players have uploaded their joyous reaction to their Lions call-up on social media, Webb says that his own discovery was an experience he went through alone. "I shot home from training. We had the option to watch it in training but I knew I'd have the house to myself so I put it on pause, gave myself time to have a coffee and a chocolate bar and watched it then," Webb said. "Then if there was disappointment then I could pout in the house on my own. I made it, so I fist-pumped in the house on my own and give it a big scream. I was over the moon. "I had no one to hug or high five. Everyone was out and about. Lucky enough my mate called over and we celebrated, and two-and-a-half hours later my mum and dad decided to answer the phone."
Source: BBC Sport News 20th April 2017 via http://bbc.in/2pJ4KyU SUMMER TERM SPORTS CLUBS
AFTER SCHOOL
START: 3.30pm FINISH: 4.30pm
MONDAY ALL YEARS GIRLS FOOTBALL Lower Fields Mr Donovan
TUESDAY ALL YEARS YEAR 7 CRICKET GIRLS HOCKEY Upper school Pavilion Red Gra
Mr Rosser Miss Welsford WEDNESDAY ALL YEARS ALL YEARS BOYS AND GIRLS ROUNDERS BOYS AND GIRLS TENNIS Lower Fields Tennis Courts
Miss Higman Mrs Hopkins / Mr Harris
THURSDAY ALL YEARS BOYS AND GIRLS ATHLETICS Lower Fields Mr Rosser/ Mr Ince / Mr Harris / Miss Welsford / Mrs Hopkins RE Department News Newyddion yr Adran Addysg Grefyddol
In March, The RS Department took forty students to Poland. The main aims of the trip were to gain an insight into Jewish life in Poland, before, during and after the Second World War. Ms Waters was joined by Mrs Reardon, Mr Austin and Mr Lewis.
Itinerary: Day One – Arrive in Krakow, Poland and explore the Old Town.
Day Two – Visits to Auschwitz and Birkenau concentration camps. Visit to the Wielizcka Salt Mines.
Day Three – Walking tour of Krakow, including the key sites of the old Town and the Jewish quarter of Kazimierz. We saw sites of the ghetto and Schindler’s factory also. Then we visited the Galicia Museum where were listened to the story of a woman who had survived the Holocaust. She had been taken to Auschwitz at the age of three years old as a suspect family accused of sympathising with the enemies of Germany. She was separated from her mother and tested upon by Dr. Joseph Mengele. She survived for 18 months before the camp was liberated and she was adopted by a local family.
“Listening to an Auschwitz Survivor tell her story was an unforgettable experience. Her courage to speak was admirable and her message to us was inspiring.” Gabriella Wilde Year 13
“The Salt Mines were amazing – the tour was really interesting! However, the visit to Auschwitz and listening to a survivor of the Holocaust will forever stay in my memory. It was such an emotional experience. Visiting Krakow Old Town and the Jewish Quarter was extremely interesting; overall it was an incredible trip that I’ll never forget” Zoe Mountjoy Year 12
We then had a folk evening in Kazimierz, enjoying a three course Polish meal in a Jewish restaurant accompanied by traditional music. “The Trip was absolutely amazing, I loved it! The whole experience was unforgettable. The first day was spent visiting the Old Town of Krakow which was lovely. It was a beautiful place with great shops and restaurants. The following day however, brought a different atmosphere. Visiting Auschwitz was one of the most emotional experiences I’ve ever been through, it was surreal. Despite this, I am very glad that I had the opportunity to go as I feel it is something everyone should experience. The trip to the Salt Mines lightened the mood and was a very interesting tour. The next day I also enjoyed the walking tour of Krakow and Jewish quarter of the city. Additionally, meeting an Auschwitz survivor was an unreal experience, extremely moving. Following this the folk evening in the Jewish quarter was splendid.” – Madeleine Brown Year 12
“It was rather strange to experience such a place as Auschwitz that has kept its history in tact yet moved on with life. It was interesting to see how courage and a basic understanding of human life could run alongside each other. Whilst the concentration camp is bleak and baron, Poland is an extremely beautiful country that should not just be associated with Auschwitz. It strengthens your sense of humanity as you make connections with the rest of humanity and realise how close everyone can be. Poland was the experience of a lifetime. I know that sounds a little generic and cheesy, but it really is. It makes you realise just how important existence is, in any form.” – Dylan Thomas Year 12. “Poland was a trip that we will never forget. The visits to Auschwitz and Birkenau will stay in our minds forever. It was really difficult to come to terms with what humans can do to one another but I’m so glad we went as it was a real eye-opening experience.” Beth Clark and Sian Woolcock, Year 13.
“The trip to Poland as a whole was a very overwhelming trip which I will never forget. As much as Auschwitz and Birkenau was an incredible experience, I don’t think I will ever be able to let go of the stories told by an Auschwitz survivor. It still gives me goosebumps just to think about what she told us that she had to go through as an innocent three year old child.” Emma Hobby, Year 13
“You will never truly understand what Auschwitz is really like unless you have been there and experienced it for yourself. Although it was traumatic and harrowing, it was an unbelievable experience that has completely changed my perspective on life.” Emily Stimpson, Year 13.
Information / Photographs supplied by: Mrs L Waters
The School Council visited the Houses of Parliament on 14th February.
The visit included lunch next to the River Thames and during the tour pupils had an introduction to the key events in the changing history of UK Parliament.
The group explored and learnt about the Palace of Westminster, including the work of Parliament today.
The visit included:
The Norman Porch, the Robing Room, The Royal Gallery The House of Commons, House of Lords chambers Central Lobby, at the ‘heart’ of the Houses of Parliament St. Stephen’s Hall, the home of the original House of Commons
The building was designed by architect Charles Barry and built in the 1840s, replacing an earlier building destroyed by fire. The complex of buildings covers 8 acres and has over 1,100 rooms.
The Palace of Westminster, usually called the Houses of Parliament, is situated alongside the River Thames in Westminster, London.
Big Ben is the name of the huge bell in the Elizabeth Clock Tower. The clock’s mechanism is regulated by adding pennies for weight, and the 4 clock faces are each 23 feet across.
The Hall of Westminster is the oldest surviving part of No animals are allowed into the original building and the Palace of Westminster, has the largest Medieval other than seeing eye dogs. roof in England. At one However, the huge building time, Britain’s kings and is said to be overrun with queens lived here. mice.
The Commons Chamber, where members of Parliament meet, is decorated in green, according to an old tradition. It also contains furnishings from Commonwealth countries including Canada and Australia.
The Palace of Westminster is known for its centuries old traditions. In the lifts are hooks designed for hanging swords on and some floor markings are designed to be 2 sword lengths apart. The Lord’s Chamber where the House of Lords meets is the palace’s most lavishly decorated room. However, the Lord speaker sits on a large sack of wool, representing Britain’s wool trade.
The Royal Gallery is one of The building contains over the largest rooms. It is used 100 staircases and 3 miles for important dinners, of corridor. It has its own receptions and ceremonies. gymnasium, shooting In the past, it was used for range and hair salon. trials.
Information / Photographs supplied by: Mrs K Perna Science Department News
Master Class in Particle Physics at Swansea! Monday, 27 March
The Masterclass in Particle Physics was being run by the Physics Department at Swansea University for Year 12 A level Physics students.
The day started with a lecture describing the essentials of particle physics and the Large Hadron Collider at CERN.
This was followed by a short introduction to the computer system ATLANTIS used at CERN to analyse collision events from the ATLAS detector. Students then had the opportunity to use this software in a practical session held in the computer laboratory where they identified for themselves events with elementary particles such as quarks, leptons, the W and Z bosons, and even the Higgs boson itself!
We then had a short discussion summarising what has been learnt in the practical session and answered the questions: how did the LHC discover the Higgs boson and why is it so important?
Finally we had a presentation of the ALPHA experiment at CERN, where Swansea physicists have recently trapped the antimatter form of hydrogen for the first time.
A very rewarding day that gave an insight into the amazing work being carried out at this £6 billion project with 10000 scientists!
Hopefully it will inspire our budding physicists to continue working in this rewarding field of study.
Information supplied by: Mr J Wallace Physics and Electronics Science Department News
Science in Health Live!
This annual event involves five schools within Cardiff University (Medicine, Dentistry, Healthcare Sciences, Optometry and Vision Sciences and Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences), has been running for over twenty years.
Almost 1,000 Year 12 pupils from across Wales and the border counties visit the School for this event to gain insight into the ongoing biomedical research.
The day includes:
laboratory tours interactive exhibition areas stand-up science comedy short talks on various hot topics a Science Theatre presentation demonstrating medical and clinical sciences in action a closing career session on 'Where can science lead you?'
Pupils from Year 12 and Year 10 attended the annual trip to the SIHL event on Wednesday 15th March.
Science In Health Live 2017
Science In Health Live was an enjoyable and informative day that opened our eyes to career prospects that we hadn’t thought about. All of the lecturers and students were very helpful answering our questions on everything from course content to social events. The interactive stands were the highlight of the day, especially the nursing stand where we were able to give injections and take blood from prosthetic arms. As part of the day we visited the research labs based at the Heath, which aren’t normally shown on regular open days. Our group visited the Pathology Lab where we learnt about HIV and how a vaccine can’t be created to stop it. The talk was interesting as we could ask questions to a virologist and a PhD student who were looking at how cells interact with the HIV virus. The day finished with a question and answer session with of a panel of students, admissions tutors and lecturers. They were very good at answering all of our questions and putting our minds at rest over any issues we had about studying at Cardiff. All in all the trip was worthwhile and we would recommend it to anyone interested in studying a science-related course. Written by: Jessica Newman and Bethan Mole, Year 12 Information / photographs supplied by: Mrs C Allen
Pupil News Newyddion Disgybl
As part of our Alternative Education programme at Brynteg, Aaron Thomas of Year 11 attends Military Preparation School (MPCT) 3 days a week. Whilst there, Aaron takes part in morning parades, gruelling fitness activities (including 24hr log runs) and is working towards his Level 2 BTEC in Public Services.
Aaron recently attended the Annual Awards ceremony at Cardiff City Stadium on Friday 17th March and won two awards:
Learner of the Year and Players’ Player of the Year.
Well done and congratulations on your achievements Aaron!
On Thursday 6th April our Brynteg Young Carers held a cake sale in the lower and upper school staff rooms during break time.
The aim was to raise awareness and money for our Young Carers Club.
£66.10 was raised for the club.
We would like to say a special thank you to Lauren Weston, Kaci Stolzenburg, Dominic Jones and Owain Joyce who helped to sell the cakes!
Well Done!
Book of the Fortnight Llyfr Y Pythefnos
Recommended by Mr G Lewis Librarian
Do you have any Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson overdue school library books at home? Due to depleted stock it would be very much From her first moment at Merryweather High, appreciated if any Melinda Sordino knows she's an outcast. overdue books found could be returned to She busted an end-of-summer party by calling either Brynteg Upper or Lower school office the cops. Now her old friends won't talk to her, for the attention of the and people she doesn't know glare at her. Librarian. There are no fines owed on any No one knows why she called the police, and she overdue books. can't get out the words to explain. So she retreats Thank you into her head, determined not to think about it. Mr G Lewis - Librarian But, try as she might, it just won't go away…
This book falls in the Real Life Issues Genre.
Do you shop online? Shop through easyfundraising.org.uk and raise a free donation for Brynteg Comprehensive School Libraries every time you shop! https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/bryntegschool/ Literacy Focus for April Ffocws Llythrennedd ar gyfer Mis Ebrill
Each month as a school we have a specific literacy focus to improve literacy skills and help pupils gain a better understanding of different grammatical points.
You can help to reinforce each literacy focus at home by: testing your child on the definition of each literacy skill or grammar point. asking your child to give you examples of sentences where they would use a particular literacy skill / grammar point. asking your child to give you examples of lessons where they have used each literacy skill / grammar point.
Year 7—Verbs
A word that expresses an action or state of being. Verbs can be in different tenses. Verbs can be active or passive: ‘Owain Glyndwˆ r won the Battle of Bryn Glas’ (active), ‘The Battle of Bryn Glas was won by Owain Glyndwˆ r’ (passive).
Year 8 - Adverbs
A word that describes or modifies a verb, e.g. ‘the river runs quickly’, ‘it floods frequently’, often ending in -ly. Adverbial phrases have the same function but use several words, e.g. ‘less frequently than other forms of transport’, ‘less reliable than expected’.
Year 9 - Clauses and Compound Sentences
A clause is a distinct part of a sentence including a verb. There are two kinds: a main clause (e.g. ‘I stirred the solution’) and a subordinate clause (e.g. ‘until the salt dissolved’). The main clause makes sense on its own, but a subordinate clause does not.
Medical News
School Vaccination Dates: Monday 8th and Tuesday 9th May 2017 - Year 9 Boosters Please ensure that all consent forms have been returned to the PHWO J Jones as soon as possible. No vaccinations will take place unless consent has been received.
IMPORTANT:
Please keep your child's medical information up to date, informing the school of any changes. Please can Year 7 parents ensure paracetamol / medical forms are returned as soon as possible.
If your child suffers from asthma, please ensure they carry their asthma pumps daily.
Should your child require an EpiPen please ensure that the school has one EpiPen and the child carries two in their bag. Please check expiry dates regularly.
During inclement weather please ensure children wear their coats.
Thank you J Jones Pupil Health & Wellbeing Officer
For up to date information on sessions available: www.welsh-blood.org.uk Tel: 0800252266
Location: Bridgend Designer Outlet Mobile Donation Clinic The Derwyn Bridgend CF32 9SU
Date: Monday 8th May 2017
Time: 11:15 - 13:45 & 15:15 - 19:00
Type: Appointment & Walk In EXAM INFORMATION - Important Notice:
Summer exams for GCSE and A Level begin on 9th May until the end of June 2017.
Exam certificates from the summer are available from the upper school office. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT EXTERNAL EXAMS
You will receive a ‘statement of entries’ early March – check it very carefully with your parents. If you think there is a mistake in your entries get in touch with the Examinations Officer (Upper Office) straight away. Late entries/amendments might involve an extra charge. Don’t worry about clashes at this stage as these will be dealt with before your final timetable is issued.
Closer to the start of the exams you will receive a detailed personalised timetable which will give you all the information you need: exam number, date and time of exams, room and seat number. Year 10 pupils need to be aware that they will have 2 timetables, 1 for the earlier internal exams and 1 for external exams e.g. science modules, electronics modules, RS and Health and Social Care. It is important that you bring these with you for every exam, you will not necessarily be seated in the same room as your class members for external exams. Check your own timetable before every exam. Any clashes now should be resolved on your timetable and special instructions received; if in any doubt see the Exams Officer. If you lose your timetable you can get a reprint from the Exams Officer, but you should make every effort to keep it safe.
Once you are in the exam room you are under examination conditions. Any bad behaviour is mal- practice and can result in disqualification.
Make sure you fill in all the information required on the front of your answer paper and check that additional booklets are also filled in properly, and placed inside your first booklet. Listen to the invigilator’s announcements and instructions carefully,
You must not have a mobile phone or any other banned electronic equipment (see the exam notices) on your person during an exam. Possession (even if switched off) will result in disqualification. Mobile phones should be switched off and handed to the invigilator before the exam starts and collected afterwards. If you choose to leave a phone in your bag, make sure it is switched off. The invigilator will instruct you where to leave your bags.
Talking to other candidates during the exam is malpractice, as is taking any unauthorised materials into the exam. You could be disqualified from that exam or all of your exams if caught.
Bottled water is allowed in exams but the labels must be removed beforehand.
Take the correct equipment with you to all exams. All pencil cases should be clear (see through), black pens should be used, no highlighters, tippex or gel pens. Calculators (when allowed) should have no retrievable information on them.
Some candidates will be entitled to extra time for exams. The invigilator should have this information but make sure you get your entitlement if needed.
If you have any problems or difficulties you wish to discuss before or during the exams, do not hesitate to see your Year Tutor or the Examinations Officer. There may be a solution which might help, or special consideration could be applied for in certain circumstances (such as illness, bereavement or family problems just before or during the exams). If you are unable to attend an exam, the Exams Officer should be notified (with the reason) and if due to illness, a doctor’s paper should be obtained and handed in.
The date of GCSE results for 2017 is 24th August, (A/AS 17th August) from 9 a.m. Deadlines for remarks and obtaining copies of exam scripts will be publicised on posters on results day and via the school’s website. You should contact the Exams Officer to request either service. Don’t forget to collect certificates (which won’t be available until late October) from Upper School Office. They will not be posted, as lost certificates are costly to replace. Key Stage 3: Internal Examinations 2017 – April/May 2017
Dear Parent/Carer
We wish to inform you of the dates for the internal examinations for Key Stage 3 this year; please refer to timetable overleaf.
Pupils should register as normal and when there are no examinations scheduled, should go to normal lessons and bring all books and equipment. There is no time given in class for extra revision and as such, pupils must prepare and revise for all exams at home. We advise pupils to spend at least 1 hour revising each subject.
All KS3 internal examinations are 45 minutes in duration (pupils who currently receive Learning Support will receive their extra time allocation). Pupils sit in their registration groups in the same seat for every exam and this seating information will be cascaded to pupils in due course.
Pupils should come to all examinations prepared with all equipment, including calculators (lids removed), pens, pencils etc. All examinations should be completed in black pen. All equipment should be kept in a clear pencil case or clear plastic wallet. The only food/drink permitted in exam venues is a clear/see-through bottle of still water, if required, with the label removed.
Any pupil not adhering to our school behaviour policy during the examination period will be reported to the Head of Year and parents will be informed. Similarly, pupils found in possession of electronic equipment during an examination, such as mobile phones, data watches or similar, may be subject to disqualification.
I would like to stress the importance of attendance in school for these internal examinations and I look forward to your support in this matter. If you have any further questions I will be happy to answer them.
Yours faithfully
Mr R Martin Assistant Headteacher (Updated 14/11/2016) Statutory Reading and Numeracy Tests – April/May 2017
Dear Parent/Carer
You may be aware of the Welsh Government’s annual schedule to hold statutory reading and numeracy tests for all pupils in Wales in Year 2 to Year 9. These tests will be administered for the third year in April/May 2017. The Welsh Government has specified a test window and schools are expected to administer the tests in this period. The expectation is that these tests are to have the same security and protocols as those for all external exams and they will be treated as such.
At Brynteg, the test schedule is as follows:
Year/Test Numerical Reasoning Numeracy Procedural Reading Year 7 Wednesday 26 April Tuesday 2 May Wednesday 3 May Year 8 Thursday 27 April Tuesday 2 May Wednesday 3 May Year 9 Friday 28 April Tuesday 2 May Wednesday 3 May
The test venues will be the Sports Barn and the Upper School Hall. Pupils will sit in the same seat as for their internal exams for the Procedural and Reading tests. The Numerical Reasoning test will take place in the Upper School Hall and pupils will be seated on the day.
The Reading Test will take up to one hour, the Numerical Reasoning Test up to an hour and a half and the Numeracy Procedural Test will take 30 minutes.
The Welsh Government usually releases the results of the tests to schools in the last week of the Summer Term. You will be informed of the results as soon as feasibly possible thereafter. Support materials for pupils aimed at parents/carers are linked on our school website.
I would like to stress the importance of attendance in school for these tests and I look forward to your support in this matter. If you have any further questions I will be happy to answer them.
Yours faithfully
Mr R Martin (Updated 14/11/2016) KS3 Exams 2017 Updated 27/04/2017
Year 7 Internal Exams (S/Barn) ALL staff timetabled during an exam to go to Sports Barn Thursday 4th May Friday 5th May Monday 8th May Lesson 1 English Maths 2 Science Lesson 2 NORMAL LESSONS NORMAL LESSONS NORMAL LESSONS BREAK Lesson 3 Maths 1 History Geography Lesson 4 NORMAL LESSONS NORMAL LESSONS NORMAL LESSONS LUNCH Lesson 5 Welsh French RE Year 8 Internal Exams (S/Barn) ALL staff timetabled during an exam to go to Sports Barn Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 9th May 10th May 11th May 12th May Lesson 1 NORMAL LESSONS Maths 2 Science English Lesson 2 NORMAL LESSONS NORMAL LESSONS NORMAL LESSONS NORMAL LESSONS BREAK Lesson 3 Maths 1 History Geography NORMAL LESSONS Lesson 4 German NORMAL LESSONS NORMAL LESSONS NORMAL LESSONS LUNCH Lesson 5 Welsh French RE NORMAL LESSONS Numeracy Procedural Test & Reading Test – Upper Hall / Sports Barn PUPILS - SAME SEATS AS FOR INTERNAL EXAMINATIONS
Tuesday 2 May Wednesday 3 May
Lesson 1 Year 7 Numeracy Procedural 9:00 - 10:30am Year 7 Reading
Lesson 2 Year 8 Numeracy Procedural 10:30 - 12:00pm Year 8 Reading
Lesson 3 Year 9 Numeracy Procedural 12:00 - 1:30pm Year 9 Reading
Lesson 4 NORMAL LESSONS
Lesson 5 NORMAL LESSONS Lesson 5 NORMAL LESSONS
MENSA Tests (S/Barn)* *invited pupils only, list to follow from SB Friday 12 May 1:35pm – 3:05pm Mensa Test GCE Summer External Examination Timetable 2016-2017
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 15 May 16 May 17 May 18 May 19 May
Economics Film (GCE AS) Maths (GCE Religious Studies English Lit (GCE AS) 1182/01 AS) (GCE) (GCE AS) NEW 2 hours 30 0973/01 C1 LEGACY NEW 2520U10 1 hour 30 1346/01 2710U10 1 hour 15 Sociology 1 hour 15 2 hours (GCE AS) Travel & NEW 1347/01 2720U10 Morning Tourism 2200U10 1 hour 15 2 hours Session (BTEC Yr12) 1 hour 15 09:00 21474E01 2 hours 30 Maths EXAM 1 hour (GCE) START Religious Studies 0977/01 FP1 Drama (GCE AS) 1 hour 30 (GCE AS) NEW 2690U20 2120UE 1 hour 30 mins 1 hour 15
Travel & Tourism (GCE AS) 1681/01 1 hour 30
Psychology Electronics History Business Studies Geography (GCE AS) (GCE AS) (GCE AS) (GCE AS) (GCE) NEW 1141/01 2100UH0 NEW LEGACY 2290U10 1 hour 15 1 hour 30 2510U10 1202/01 1 hour 30 1 hour 15 1 hour 30 Geography Afternoon (GCE) Geography Session LEGACY (GCE AS) 13:00 1201/01 NEW EXAM 1 hour 30 2110U20 START 1 hour 30 Geography (GCE AS) Law NEW (GCE AS) 2110U10 1252/01 (15) 2 hours 1 hour 30
Law (GCE AS) 1251/01 1 hour 30
GCE Summer External Examination Timetable 2016-2017
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
22 May 23 May 24 May 25 May 26 May
D&T Product PE (GCE AS) Maths (GCE AS) Religious Studies Chemistry (GCE AS) NEW 0974/01 C2 (GCE AS) (GCE A) 1111/01 2550U10 1 hour 30 NEW COURSE LEGACY 2 hours 1 hour 45 2120U20 1091/01 Health & Social 1 hour 45 1 hour 30 Economics Physics (GCE AS) (GCE AS) Morning (GCE AS) NEW COURSE HSC03 Chemistry Session NEW 2420U10 1 hour 30 (GCE AS) 09:00 2520U20 1 hour 30 NEW EXAM 2 hours Polish (GCE AS) 2410U10 START Sociology PLSH1 1 hour 30 D&T Textiles (GCE AS) 2 hours 30 (GCE AS) 2200U20 APPLIED ICT TEXT 1 1 hour 30 (GCE AS) 2 hours PART A - 1641/01 PART B - 1641/02 Music (GCE AS) 3 hours 2660U30/1 1 hour 30
Psychology History (GCE AS) English Lang & Biology (GCE) Business Studies (GCE AS) NEW Lit (GCE AS) LEGACY (GCE AS) NEW COURSE 2100U20 2710U20 1071/01 NEW 2290U20 1 hour 45 2720U20 1 hour 30 2510U20 1 hour 30 2 hours 2 hours Welsh (GCE AS) Biology Afternoon Chinese NEW (GCE AS) Session (GCE AS) 2020U30 NEW 13:00 6CN02 2 hours 2400U10 EXAM 2 hours 30 1 hour 30 START Electronics (GCE AS) 1142/01 1 hour 15
Travel & Tourism (BTEC Yr12) 21627E01 (2) 1 hour
GCE Summer External Examination Timetable 2016-2017
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
5 June 6 June 7 June 8 June 9 June
Morning Session French Maths (GCE) Welsh Second D&T Product (GCE) 09:00 (GCE AS) 0975/01 C3 Lang (GCE) 1113/01 EXAM NEW 1 hour 30 LEGACY 2 hours 30 START 2800U20 1385/01 2 hours 30 1 hour 45 D&T Textiles (GCE) TEXT3 AQA Computer 2 hours Science (GCE AS) Film (GCE A) NEW 1184/01 2500U10 2 hours 45 2 hours History (GCE) NEW 1100UAO-UKO 1 hour 45
Computer Science (GCE AS) 2500U20/01 2 hours
Afternoon Session Geography Biology (GCE A) Psychology Physics Chemistry (GCE A) 13:00 (GCE) LEGACY (GCE) (GCE AS) LEGACY EXAM LEGACY 1072/01 NEW NEW 1092/01 START PART A 1203/01 1 hour 30 1290U30 2420U20 1 hour 30 1 hour 30 2 hours 30 1 hour 30 Biology Chemistry (GCE AS) PART B 1203/02 (GCE AS) Electronics Sociology (GCE) NEW 45 minutes NEW (GCE) 1200U3 2410U20 2400U20 1144/01 2 hour 30 1 hour 30 2 hours 15 1 hour 30 1 hour Sociology (GCE) Geography (GCE) Economics LEGACY LEGACY (GCE) G673 1204/01 NEW 1 hour 30 1 hour 45 1520U30 2 hours
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 12 June 13 June 14 June 15 June 16 June
Welsh Second Maths (GCE AS) English Lit (GCE) PE (GCE) Lang (GCE) 0983/01 S1 NEW 1314/01 LEGACY 1 hour 30 1720U30 2 hours 1386/01 2 hours 1 hour 45 Maths (GCE) German (GCE) 0984/01 S2 English Lang & Lit 1224/01 Law (GCE) 1 hour 30 (GCE) 3 hours Morning 1253/01 1710U3 Session 1 hour 30 2 hours Computer Science 09:00 (GCE) EXAM Physics (GCE) NEW START LEGACY 1500U30 1324/01 2 hours 1 hour 30 History (GCE) Physics (GCE) 1100U10-1100U80 NEW 1 hour 45 1420U30 2 hours 15 Law (GCE) 1254/01 2 hour 30
Biology (GCE) Chemistry (GCE) Psychology (GCE) Sociology (GCE) Maths (GCE) LEGACY LEGACY NEW 1200U4 0976/01 C4 1074/01 1094/01 1290U40 2 hour 15 1 hour 30 1 hour 45 1 hour 45 1 hour 30
Afternoon Biology (GCE) Chemistry (GCE) Electronics (GCE) Session NEW NEW 1145/01 13:00 1400U30 1410U30 1 hour 30 EXAM 2 hours 15 1 hour 45 START Travel & Tourism Business Economics (GCE) Studies (GCE) (GCE) Pencoed NEW NEW Comprehensive 1510U30 1520U40 1685/01 2 hours 15 2 hours 30 2 hours
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 19 June 20 June 21 June 22 June 23 June
Business Biology (GCE) Physics (GCE) Computer Science Health & Social (GCE) Studies (GCE) LEGACY LEGACY (GCE) HSC10 AQA NEW 1075/01 1325/01 1500U4 2 hours Morning 1510U40 1 hour 45 1 hour 45 2 hours Session 2 hours 15 Drama (GCE) 09:00 Biology (GCE) Physics (GCE) English Lang & Lit LEGACY EDEXCEL EXAM Chemistry (GCE) NEW NEW (GCE) 6DR04 START LEGACY 1400U40 1420U40 1710U4 2 hours 30 1095/01 2 hours 2 hours 2 hours 1 hour 45 Maths (GCE) English Lit (GCE) 0982/01 M3 Chemistry (GCE) 1720U4 1 hour 30 NEW 2 hours 1410U40 1 hour 45
Afternoon Religious Maths (GCE AS) Session Studies (GCE) 0980/01 M1 13:00 1348/01 1 hour 30 EXAM 1 hour 45 START Maths (GCE AS) 0981/01 M2 1 hour 30
GCE Summer External Examination Timetable 2016-2017
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 26 June 27 June 28 June 30 June 1 July
Morning Session Maths (GCE) Religious Studies Maths (GCE) 09:00 EXAM 0978/01 FP2 (GCE) 0979/01 FP3 START 1 hour 30 1349/01 1 hour 30 1 hour 45
Afternoon Session 13:00 EXAM START
Please note that AS & A Level Results will be issued on Thursday 17th August. If you are not able to collect your results in person please contact Mrs Hancock, Examinations Officer on [email protected]
GCSE Summer External Examination Timetable 2016-2017
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 8 May 9 May 10 May 11 May 12 May
Years 10 & 11 Year 11 Year 11 Morning Session Welsh Second CIDA Welsh Second Lang 09:00 Language (GCSE) DA201 (Re-sits (GCSE) EXAM 4551/01 only) 4554/01 START 4551/02 2 hours 30 4554/02 1 hour 1 hour
Afternoon Session 13:00 EXAM START GCSE Summer External Examination Timetable 2016-2017
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 15 May 16 May 17 May 18 May 19 May
Years 10 & 11 Year 11 Year 11 Year 11 Year 10
Religious French (GCSE) ICT (GCSE) Chemistry 2 Please note group Studies 4221/01 Edexcel (GCSE) timings (GCSE) 35 minutes 5IT0101 LEGACY 4451/01 1 hour 30 4472/01 BTEC Engineering Morning 1 hour 45 French (GCSE) 4472/02 Unit 1: The Engineering Session 4221/02 1 hour World 09:00 EXAM 45 minutes START Chemistry 3 1 hour French (GCSE) (GCSE) READING LEGACY 9am Start 4223/01 4493/01 10A/EP1 35 minutes 4493/02 1 hour 10.30am Start French (GCSE) 10B/EP2 READING 4223/02 45 minutes
Year 11 Year 11 Year 11 Year 11 Year 10
Sociology Biology 2 BTEC Sociology Please note group (GCSE) (GCSE) Engineering (GCSE) timings 4511/01 LEGACY Unit 1: The 4512/01 1 hour 30 4471/01 Engineering 1 hour 30 BTEC Engineering 4471/02 World 1 hour Unit 1: The Engineering 1 hour World Afternoon Biology 3 FPF36 Session (GCSE) 13:00 EXAM LEGACY 1 hour START 4483/01 4483/02 12 Noon Start 1 hour 10B/EP1
2pm Start 10C/Eg1
Year 11
PE (GCSE) 4421/01 1 hour 30
GCSE Summer External Examination Timetable 2016-2017
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
22 May 23 May 24 May 25 May 26 May
Year 11 Years 10 & 11
D&T Product (GCSE) Maths (GCSE) 4141/01 NEW WALES Morning 2 hours UNIT 1 NUMERACY Session 09:00 D&T Graphics (GCSE) 3310U10 – EXAM 4101/01 Foundation START 2 hours 1 hour 30
3310U30 – Intermediate 1 hour 45
3310U50 – Higher 1 hour 45
Year 11 Year 11
Geography Physics 2 (GCSE) (GCSE) Afternoon 4231/01 LEGACY Session 4232/02 4473/01 13:00 1 hour 45 4473/02 EXAM 1 hour START Physics 3 (GCSE) LEGACY 4503/01 4503/02 1 hour
GCSE Summer External Examination Timetable 2016-2017
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 5 June 6 June 7 June 8 June 9 June
Year 11 Years 10 & 11 Year 11 Years 10 & 11
History (GCSE) English Lang (GCSE) German (GCSE) Maths (GCSE) 4271/04 3700U20 – Unit 2 5GN011F NEW WALES 1 hour 15 2 hours 25 minutes UNIT 2 NUMERACY
Morning Years 12 5GN011H 3310U20 – Foundation Session English Language 35 minutes 1 hour 30 09:00 (GCSE) EXAM LEGACY – Re-sit Only 5GN033F 3310U40 – Intermediate START 4941/01 35 minutes 1 hour 45 4941/02 2 hours 5GN033H 3310U60 – Higher 50 minutes 1 hour 45
Year 11
Computer Science (GCSE) 4341/01 1 hour 30
Year 11 Year 11 Year 11
Geography (GCSE) Religious Studies Business Afternoon 4232/01 (GCSE) Studies (GCSE) Session 4232/02 4452/01 4080/01 13:00 1 hour 15 1 hour 45 2 hours EXAM START Year 11
Music (GCSE) B354/01 OCR 1 hour 30
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 12 June 13 June 14 June 15 June 16 June
Year 11 Years 10 & 11 Year 11 Year 11
English Language Maths (GCSE) Biology 1 (GCSE) Chemistry 1 (GCSE) (GCSE) NEW WALES – UNIT 1 LEGACY – RE-SIT LEGACY – RE-SIT LEGACY – RE-SIT ONLY ONLY ONLY 3300U10 – Foundation 4461/01 4462/01 Morning 4942/01 1 hour 30 4461/02 4462/02 Session 4942/02 1 hour 1 hour 09:00 EXAM 1 hour 45 3300U30 – Intermediate START 1 hour 45 Year 10 Year 10 Years 10 & 11 3300U50 – Higher Biology (GCSE) Chemistry (GCSE) 1 hour 45 NEW WALES NEW WALES English Language 3400U10 Unit 1 – F 3410U10 Unit 1 – F (GCSE) 3400UA0 Unit 1– H 3410UA0 Unit 1– H NEW WALES 1 hour 45 1 hour 45 3700U30 – Unit 3 2 hours
Year 11 Year 10 Year 11 Year 11 Afternoon Session Health & Social Electronics History (GCSE) Computer 13:00 EXAM (GCSE) 4161/01 4272/04 Science (GCSE) START 4722/01 1 hour 1 hour 15 4342/01 1 hour 15 2 hours Year 11
Hospitality (GCSE) 4732/01 1 hour 15
GCSE Summer External Examination Timetable 2016-2017
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 19 June 20 June 21 June 22 June 23 June
Year 11 Year 11 Year 11
Physics 1 (GCSE) History (GCSE) Additional Maths LEGACY RE-SIT 4373/03 9550/01 Morning ONLY 1 hour 15 2 hours 30 Session 4463/01 09:00 4463/02 EXAM 1 hour START Year 10
Physics (GCSE) NEW WALES 3420U10 Unit 1 – F 3420UA0 Unit 1– H 1 hour 45
Years 10 & 11 Year 10 Thinking & Reasoning Maths (GCSE) B901/01 Afternoon NEW WALES – UNIT 2 1 hour Session 13:00 3300U20 – Foundation EXAM 1 hour 30 START 3300U40 – Intermediate 1 hour 45
3300U60 – Higher 1 hour 45
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 26 June 27 June 28 June 29 June 30 June
Morning Session Year 10 09:00 Thinking & Reasoning EXAM B902/01 START 1 hour
Afternoon Session 13:00 EXAM START
Please note that these timetables are provisional and are subject to change.
Please note that GCSE Results will be issued on Thursday 24th August. If you are not able to collect your results in person please contact Mrs Hancock, Examinations Officer on [email protected] Thought of the Week
Examinations / Working Hard - Arholiadau / Gweithio’n Galed
‘If you really want something in this world, hard work, patience and time will go far. Giving up is not an option’.
Every Minute Counts Being late to school every day has a huge impact on your learning!
Minutes Late Days / Lessons Lost Every Day Per School Year
5 minutes late 3.2 days / 16 lessons lost
10 minutes late 6.3 days / 32 lessons lost
15 minutes late 9.5 days / 48 lessons lost
20 minutes late 12.6 days / 63 lessons lost
30 minutes late 19 days / 95 lessons lost