Caludon Castle Sixth Form Entry in September 2019
Sixth Form Staff Team Mrs Waring Deputy Head responsibility for Post 16 Miss Roberts Head of Sixth Form/Head of House Mrs Carter Deputy Head of Sixth Form/Head of House Mr Handy Assistant Head/Head of House
Options for 2019 All students must be in full-time education, training or employment with training for the next 2 years School Sixth Form College Apprenticeship Part-time education or training if you are employed, self-employed or volunteering full-time Students have 3 years of free education (aged 16-19)
CALUDON SIXTH FORM The bridge to independent adult life
WHY CALUDON? Great results: best state school A level results in Eastern Coventry; joint second best results in the city A levels: 100% A*-E pass rate Over 55% of A level grades were A*, A or B 95% pass rate for AS levels
WHY CALUDON? High percentage of students go on to study at top universities. 2018 universities included Warwick, Birmingham, Cambridge, Leeds, Sheffield, Liverpool Students not going to university have all gone on to apprenticeships or college or jobs with training
Level 3 courses on offer Wide range of AS & A levels or Applied General courses, usually BTEC level 3 courses Subjects are dependent on numbers and teacher availability, but most will run Access to a course at a consortia school in Coventry is also possible, subject to availability
A levels All A levels are the new courses AS level = 40% of the content of A level, but does NOT count towards the A level. Students take AS level in year 12 (for many subjects) and the A level in year 13.
Vocational qualifications More coursework based, though NOT 100% coursework as in the past. 33% exam, 25% externally marked component, 42% internal assessment. The internally assessed coursework is in the 2 nd year of the course. Many of our students do a mixture of A levels and BTEC level 3 qualifications. Travel and tourism is 100% coursework for one more year
Courses on offer 2019 Art and Design Biology Chemistry Computer Science Drama Economics English Language English Language and Lit English Literature French Geography History Mathematics Further Mathematics Core Mathematics Media Studies Moving Image Philosophy and Ethics Photography Physics Design Technology Psychology Sociology Spanish Business Health and Social Care Information Technology Music Science Applied Sport Travel and Tourism
Level 3 entry requirements Minimum entry requirements = 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including level 4 in English and Maths Some A level subjects require 5 x grade 5s or a particular grade in the subject (typically grade 6). Maths A Level needs a grade 7. (Alternative = Core Maths which needs a grade 5. This is an AS only) Choose 3 subjects (for most students)
One year course on offer For students without grade 4 in Maths and/or English Opportunity to resit Maths and/or English GCSEs. A 1 year BTEC level 3 course in Travel and Tourism, equivalent to an AS level Possibility of one further qualification for those students retaking only one GCSE and meeting other requirements Possibility of resitting GCSE Science
One year course on offer No specific qualifications required Positive attitude to learning needed for success Resit opportunities in November and May Students who achieve level 4 in Maths and English by August 2019, can continue to study level 3 qualifications for 2 more years Students without level 4 in both Maths and English by August 2019 will move on to college courses and/or apprenticeships
ipad Learning Scheme Students will be using ipads to support their learning Small weekly charge with an opportunity to purchase outright ipads can be used outside of school Full training provided
Support for students A comprehensive student support system for both academic and pastoral needs: Dedicated Sixth Form tutors. Three houses led by senior members of staff. Three members of support staff. Open office policy offering support at all times.
Sixth Form Houses Schrödinger Rowling Apple Mrs Carter Miss Roberts Mr Handy Sharon Veasey Tracey Hamill Sharon Starkey
Beyond the classroom Extra- curricular activities, enrichment and work experience opportunities v Examples: Classroom support at Caludon Primary school support Sports club support IT support Hospital volunteering
44 WHY CALUDON SIXTH FORM? Beyond the classroom Trips/visits Charity and fundraising fun! Student ambassador roles Friendly common room Social events Friendly competition Awards/rewards
Student introduction to sixth form Kamilla Fernandes - Head Girl Year 13
Subject choices: Big jump : year 11 to sixth form = manageable, time management, organisation. Choosing courses: enjoyment and talent. Background reading and homework vital. Entry requirements are there for a reason! Requirements provide a foundation needed for the course. Be realistic! Choose a course for the right reasons and to suit you.
Student life in sixth form: Skills: independence, time keeping and organisation. Independence = biggest thing! Clothes, free periods, common room and study area. Privileges for young adults Dedicated sixth form team: chats, advice, students best interests. Student leadership team in year 13. Roles such as: head girl and boy, fundraising team, prom committee, other prefect roles. Diverse range of people, socialising! Social skills, new friends. Warm and family feeling
The Sixth Form has a relaxed friendly atmosphere.` What our students say Teachers talk to you like adults and treat you with respect. Teachers encourage you and push you to achieve your best They never give up on you. Lessons are more interesting as you study the subjects that you have chosen There is a wide range of courses to choose from, something to suit everyone. There is a relaxed, friendly atmosphere with excellent facilities and a very good area for private study Teachers are supportive and give you lots of advice
What makes Caludon Sixth Form stand out? (Andy Swallow Ofsted inspector November 2017) Leaders of the sixth form exude high aspirations for all students and staff. The quality of care and guidance was found to be excellent. Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of students [is] a strength. The care and guidance that students are offered throughout their time in the sixth form, are of a high quality. Students are especially praiseworthy of tutors, house leaders and staff in the sixth form office. Sixth form students are proud of their school and act as good role models.
What happens next? 1. TODAY S OPEN EVENING Visit subject stands and gather information. Read the prospectus. Ask questions. For a subject which is not offered here at Caludon, talk to one of the Sixth Form team about consortia arrangements.
What happens next? 2. APPLICATION FORM Caludon students fill in an initial form indicating options for the Sixth Form next week (or alternative choice). Students from other schools fill in the application form for external students. Forms available from Sixth Form staff or in reception tonight OR on the website
What happens next? 3. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Students will need to look carefully at the Caludon Sixth Form entry requirements for each subject. Caludon students will then need to ask subject staff to sign the form for their initial A level choices. Forms need to be returned to tutors by Friday 14th December. External students should return forms to reception tonight, to sixth form office or to sixthformteam@caludoncastle.co.uk
What happens next? 4. APPLICATIONS Internal Applications: During January, all Caludon Year 11 students who are interested in staying on will have a meeting with one of the sixth form team to discuss initial choices. External Applications: We will get references from your current school and will invite students who have applied to have a meeting to discuss possible courses.
What happens next? 5. DECISIONS Decisions are made about whether all courses can run. Timetable blocks are built based on students choices. If courses are not running or there is a problem with a combination, we will contact the student. Once the blocks are created, students can change their minds but will have to choose from the existing blocks.
What happens next? 6. INDUCTION There will be two Sixth Form induction days in July, when students will be able to sample lessons and talk to the Post 16 team. Final main enrolment takes place on GCSE results day and the following day. Sixth Form starts on Friday 6 th September!
Any questions? Ask a member of the team tonight Visit the 6 th form office during school hours (go to the Sixth Form common room or staff office) Email us with any queries: sixthformteam@caludoncastle.co.uk Phone: 02476 444822 ext. 818