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Welcome to Castlefield Campus

Who Are We? Castlefield Campus is part of The Manchester Federation of EBSD Schools  We cater for young people with social , emotional and mental health difficulties  Castlefield Campus is for pupils in Years 10 and 11 from our ‘sister’ schools Meade Hill and Southern Cross as  well as the Manchester Pupil Referral Units, located in the north and south of the city, respectively Castlefield Campus is an exciting place to learn, where each person is valued and everyone is encouraged to  succeed to the best of their ability

Our Ethos… “We are committed to creating a happy , safe and stimulating learning environment where everyone is encouraged to reach their potential. We will promote respect , responsibility , independence and creativity in order to build confidence, increase motivation and establish a love and thirst for learning which will help prepare our pupils for their future life in the wider society.”

Which subjects will you study? All students study:  English  Mathematics  Science  Information communication technology  Physical education  Food technology  Art  Personal and social development All pupils are also given the opportunity to complete the Duke of Edinburgh scheme.

Areas of the curriculum At Castlefield Campus our pupils can study an Asdan Curriculum , Functional Skills and GCSEs . We also teach the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme to bronze and silver levels.

Asdan Bronze Asdan Award Personal Development Programme: The Asdan Programmes are designed to allow the pupils to develop and recognise a range of skills that will be  invaluable when they start work and begin living independent lives: Teamwork Independent learning Coping with problems Using Maths English ICT The programme offers flexible ways to accredit learning, skills for employment and skills for life.

English English Language All English lessons are carefully planned to include a range of engaging and varied activities that cater for the  needs of all students. Each lesson will include the use of colourful and stimulating resources and will involve interactive learning. The course is assessed purely on examinations and all texts on the exam will be unseen. This means that  teaching will be focused on reading and writing skills, so that students are ready to tackle unfamiliar texts. Paper 1 – Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing Students will learn exam skills by studying and analysing a range of short stories and extracts from novels.  We will study how to analyse and how to produce exciting and engaging creative writing.  Paper 2 – Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives (Non-fiction) Exploring a range of short non-fiction texts from 19 th – 21 st Century e.g. letters, newspaper articles.  We will study how to analyse and how to write a variety of non-fiction texts e.g. writing to  persuade/argue/inform

English (cont…) Speaking and Listening Students will be expected to produce one presentation or speech, including responses to questions and  feedback. Achievement in Spoken Language will be reported as part of the qualification, but it will not form part of the final  mark and grade.

Art The GCSE Art and Design course runs for two school years. During year 10 pupils will work on building up  their skills and creating a coursework ‘Portfolio’ which is worth 60% of the final grade. In year 11 they will have some time to improve on their portfolio up until Christmas. After Christmas, up until May, they will do their Externally Set Assignment and 10-hour Controlled Test. This is worth 40% of the final grade. Over the two years the teacher will deliver four different projects with a range of titles, for example: ‘Conflict’. The pupils study all forms of conflict, research an artist who creates or paints art that represents a form of conflict. The students then respond to the artwork in the style of their chosen artist using techniques that they have learned over the projects.

Food Preparation and Nutrition As part of the AQA 2 year GCSE course, pupils are taught to develop a range of  independent cooking skills. 50% of the GCSE is coursework made up of two elements. The first is an  investigation into food science, the second is researching, trialling and evaluating a three course meal based on a specialist diet or practical task. The other 50 % of the marks are gained for food theory including nutrition, food  hygiene, specialist diets, food providence, food production and menu planning.

Science During their time at Castlefield, pupils will study a BTEC level 1 in Applied Science. This is a coursework based  qualification where pupils complete units of work,. Dependent on the amount of units pupils complete , they can achieve an award, certificate or a diploma. Pupils will be taught a range of Biological, Chemical and Physical concepts to inspire and engage their inner  Scientist. Biology topics are, in year 10, centred on understanding organisms, focussing on structures and scientific life  processes concerning animals, plants, fungi and microorganisms. In year 11, the focus is on interactions of organisms in different environments. The Chemistry component of the course is structured to help students best understand chemical reactions, by  first of all introducing basic concepts, then building up, by examples of reactions, to the use of Chemical reactions in industry and in interacting with Earth systems. Physics is the science of the fundamental concepts of field, force, radiation and particle structures, which are  inter-linked to form unified models of the behaviour of the material universe.

Maths Castlefield follows the AQA Exam Board GCSE Maths Specification ( Linear B). This GCSE:  helps students achieve their full potential  is relevant for today’s challenges  is manageable for schools and colleges  is easy to understand by students of all levels of ability This specification is designed to reflect the change of emphasis in maths set out in the revised Programme of study for Key Stage 4 The subject content of this specification matches that set out in the Department for Education’s “Mathematics GCSE subject content and assessment objectives” document. This content is common to all exam boards. The subject content is organised into broad topic areas as follows:  Number  Algebra  Ratio, proportion and rates of change  Geometry and Measures  Probability  Statistics

Maths (cont…) GCSE Mathematics, with effect from September, 2016 has Foundation tier (Grades 1-5). Students must take 3 question papers at the same tier. Paper:1 Paper 3: Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes 80 marks 80 marks Non-calculator Calculator allowed 33% of the GCSE Maths assessment 33% of the GCSE Maths assessment Paper 2: Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes 80 marks Calculator allowed 33% of the GCSE Maths assessment

P.E We offer a wide range of sports and physical activities at Castlefield during P.E lessons, on Duke of Edinburgh and as extra-curricular activities. These include:  Football  Tchukball  Gymnastics  Fitness & Boxing  Basketball  Handball  Trampolining  Climbing  Tennis  Table tennis  Athletics  Kayaking  Badminton  Volleyball  Hill walking Pupils at Castlefield will strive to achieve BTEC Sport and Active Leisure, which includes the study of how our bodies and minds work during sport and physical activity. Pupils will also learn about career opportunities in sport and active leisure; developing skills for working life such as customer service, organisation and time management. Everyone who engages in P.E. will discover the physical, mental and social benefits of sport and physical activity. These benefits include improved fitness, enjoyment and teamwork.

ICT In ICT students Follow the Level 1 and 2 BTEC Tech award in digital  information technology. Students complete 3 components over 2 years Component 1: Exploring User Interface Design Principles and Project Planning Techniques (coursework) Component 2: Collecting, Presenting and Interpreting Data (coursework) Component 3: Effective Digital Working Practices (Exam) Benefits: Develop Computer/digital literacy Gain an industry recognised qualification Gain valuable employability skills Become proficient in a range of software Gain skills in independent study Learn to find solutions to real life digital problems Opportunities to design websites and other user Cross Curricular links interfaces Develop knowledge and understanding of how to stay Opportunities to gain additional qualifications such as safe online Level 1 and 2 Function skills in ICT

Duke of Edinburgh Award Pupils achieve an Award by completing a personal programme of activities, in four sections: Volunteering: undertaking service to individuals or the community  Physical: improving in an area of sport, dance or fitness activities  Skills: developing practical and social skills and personal interests  Expedition: planning, training for and completion of an adventurous journey in the UK or abroad  Benefits: A sense of responsibility Awareness of their strengths New talents and abilities The ability to plan and use time Leadership and team-working skills New friendships Self-belief & self-confidence A sense of identity Initiative Problem solving, presentation & communication skills Ability to learn from & give to others in the community