Year 12 Welcome Information Evening

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1 Year 12 Welcome Information Evening

2 Year 12 Information Evening Aims of the sixth form A-level and BTEC reforms Transition Independent study Punctuality and Attendance Monitoring and reporting progress Subject Ambassadors Enrichment Supporting students at home Key dates

3 Aims of the sixth form 1. To fully prepare students for the next stage by: Individual Study Programmes High quality teaching and learning Accurate assessment and meaningful feedback Development of skills for success Finding the right route through higher education / in to employment Supporting students with next steps application processes 2. To ensure students enjoy the sixth form experience

4 A Level Reforms Assessment will be mainly by exam A Levels will be assessed at the end of the course. AS and A levels will be decoupled this means that AS results will no longer count towards an A Level, in the way they do now. AS levels will be devalued, will have less challenge and will be equivalent to less than half an A Level. Student will not take AS examinations all exams will take place at the end of the two years

5 BTEC Reforms Students will be assessed by assignments, set tasks and examinations Students have to meet deadlines and hand all work in to at least a pass level Students who don t hand work in on time or to the required level will fail the course Students will be given feedback and given one opportunity ONLY to make improvements Students must pass all aspects of the course to pass the qualification overall

6 Transition work Gives students a clear idea of what the course is like Gives students and teachers an idea of how successful they will be at their chosen course Feedback given to me by teachers on 21 st September Any changes to courses need to be made by 29 th September Independent Study Vital for success Independent study guidance for some subjects is accessible on the website Independent study will be monitored and feedback given Review, revisit, revise

7 Transition work Gives students a clear idea of what the course is like Gives students and teachers an idea of how successful they will be at their chosen course Feedback given to me by teachers on 21 st September Any changes to courses need to be made by 23 rd September Independent Study Vital for success Independent study guidance for each subject will be accessible on the website Independent study will be monitored and feedback given

8 Transition work Gives students a clear idea of what the course is like Gives students and teachers an idea of how successful they will be at their chosen course Feedback given to me by teachers on 21 st September Any changes to courses need to be made by 23 rd September Independent Study Vital for success Independent study guidance for each subject will be accessible on the website Independent study will be monitored and feedback given

9 Further Opportunities for Independent Study Study Groups Drop ins Visits Lectures Ted talks Future learn Further reading materials

10 Punctuality and Attendance The more time students spend in school the better their grades We aim for attendance of 100% On average 17 days off school results in a drop of one grade Please try to schedule appointments out of school time Appointment slips needed Lack of punctuality affects the learning of others too If we have concerns we will be in touch

11 Monitoring and reporting progress Date published (week beginning) Progress Check 20 st September Initial Progress Check (Transition) 11 th October Progress Check 1 29 th November Progress Check 2 24 th January Progress Check 3 14 th March Progress Check 4 9 th May Progress Check 5 4 th July Progress Check 6

12 Monitoring and reporting progress Progress checks include: MEG grade APS from GCSE CPP (A*-U) (D*-F) Attitude to learning (1-4) Independent study (1-4) Response to feedback (1-4) Meeting Deadlines (Y/N) Academic work up to date and of acceptable standard (Y/N)

13 Grade Attitude to learning Independent study Response to feedback 4 The student: Independent study: The student: Excellent always works to the best of their ability in lessons; is of a very high standard and of the level expected of undergraduates; takes every opportunity to gain feedback on everything they do; demonstrates high levels of motivation and enthusiasm during every lesson and clearly cares about their learning and progress; is approached in a proactive manner with the student demonstrating initiative and high levels of interest and enthusiasm; takes great care to ensure they fully understand all feedback given and are proactive in requesting further feedback 3 Good regularly extends their own and others learning through their contribution to class activities and discussion; approaches each task with care, commitment and diligence and demonstrates high levels of resilience in their approach to learning. The student: consistently works hard in lessons; approaches their studies positively and cares about their learning and progress; asks and answers questions during lessons and works well with others; attempts all activities and ensures their work is completed to a high standard; demonstrates confidence and commitment to their learning. provides evidence that all aspects of the course have been effectively reviewed, revisited and revised regularly; demonstrates an interest and depth of understanding in a wide range of relevant topics beyond the curriculum; is always well presented and organised. Independent study: is of a good standard and is of the level expected by a successful sixth form student; is approached with interest and enthusiasm; provides evidence that almost all aspects of the course have been effectively reviewed, revisited and revised regularly; demonstrates an interest and understanding of a range of topics beyond the curriculum; is always well presented and organised. when they need it; responds very positively to feedback given; makes considerable progress each and every time feedback is given. The student: values feedback given; listens carefully and tries to understand all feedback given; responds positively to feedback; makes progress every time feedback is given.

14 Subject Ambassadors Application by 18 th September Interview from Head of Subject Represent the subject across the school Demonstrate leadership skills Useful for future applications Enrichment Volunteering within school Volunteering in the local community Session 6 Speakers and workshops within school Trips and visits Links with local universities Links with local companies

15 Supporting students at home Space to work Time to work Know key dates Encourage good attendance and punctuality Support students to attend open days at universities Discuss and support independent study, enrichment and work experience

16 Key Dates Date Event Year 12 welcome evening 12 th September Academic Tutor Day 19 th October Mock exams Early January Year 12 parent / student / subject evening 21 st March Introduction to next step applications April 2018 Follow up mock exams June 2018 Higher education visits and open days June - July 2018

17 Any questions?