Key Stage 4 Parent Information Evening 12 th September 2018
Aims of the session 1. Explain how we monitor the progress of pupils in KS4 2. Discuss how you can stay informed about your child’s progress 3. Inform parents about our work on strengthening school ethos and culture 4. Discuss how parents can support learning at home
The Team Assistant Head Teacher – Mrs Armer Head of Year – Mr Smith Assistant Head of Year – Mrs Bradshaw Form Tutors Miss M Pye Miss J Dahl Mrs L Haigh Mr M R Howard Mr P Smith Miss L Midwood Mr D Painter Miss S Wright
Changes to GCSE grades
Strengthening our school ethos GOOD GROWTH GLOBAL GRIT
Informing Parents of Progress • Five Progress Reports over the two years Year 10 Year 11 December December March March June • One Parents’ Consultation Evening per academic year Year 10 Year 11 Wednesday 14 th November January
Pre-Public Examinations (Mocks) Year 10 Year 11 w/b 17 th June 2019 December March Revision and preparation for these examinations can and should begin at home now.
Building confidence and aspiration Every pupil is aiming for a top grade (8/9)! Grades are a ‘ladder’ to be climbed – aim high! The Power of ‘Yet’ – “I can’t do it…yet!” Targets are aspirational: ambitious but achievable!
The importance of excellent attendance • It is essential that your child Attendance P8 Score attends school regularly. 2017 Above 95% +0.12 • There is a clear link between Above 90% +0.05 attendance and progress. Above 80% -0.06 Above 75% -0.07 NB. The national data for 2018 has not yet been released • Even of few days of absence can 2 day absence in a 2 week period = have significant negative effect. Persistent Absence
The importance of punctuality • All students are expected to be on site by 8.40 in the morning and in form before 8.45 to avoid late marks. • Punctuality to lessons is also critical to success as any lateness will result in the student missing important elements of the lesson and disrupt learning for that student and others. Solution • If occasionally late, solve the problem by aiming to be in school 10 minutes earlier and then you have time to spare!
Student Planner Please check the planner on a regular basis and sign it at the weekend. Please include any comments or messages you wish to communicate. Ho Home me Teachers will ask students to record their homework and assignments Students will maintain their planners into the planner. Tutors will discuss as an official document and record Studen Stud ent Sc Scho hool ol targets , progress and and organise all aspects of their achievements each week. school life with it. Planners are monitored by the Pastoral Team and utilised as a source document for personal statements and testimonials
Maxmising Technology to support learning at home GCSE Mathematics GCSE English GCSE Sciences All Subjects
Show My Homework All homework set by teachers will be set on ‘Show My Homework.’ Parents will be able to view students’ homework regularly by using their unique log in. Please inform school if you require any assistance with your log in. A reminder of how to do this is on the following slide.
Show My Homework 2. Search for ‘ Deyes ’ 1. Download ‘Show my Homework’ in 3. Type in your school username (your name) with the app store or type in @deyeshigh.co.uk. www.showmyhomework.co.uk eg, missiddon@deyeshigh.com Enter your password (your school log in password) 4. IMPORTANT – you must click office 365 before logging on
Reflect on where, Summary ‘flash cards’ at the end of when and how past learning has been each school day most successful Trial and error Large A3 mindmap experimentation to at the end of each confirm the best topic revision methods Pin up revision HONESTLY posters around the identifying when bedroom revision is AND IS NOT possible Subject knowledge Shared family quizzes to improve knowledge of key memory and recall deadlines Shared family knowledge of programmes of study (e.g. topics covered, exam board etc.)
Anxiety and Stress • A real concern – more prevalent in girls but affects boys too • Balance hard work with relaxation; ‘pressure with perspective’ • ‘Mindfulness’ can help • Exercise is important • Extensive support in school There are a number of mindfulness apps worth investigating
The Two Years Ahead KS4 is a 2 year process, building towards the main examination season in Year 11. Most subjects are assessed at the end of the two years. YEAR 10 YEAR 11 We are here Revise as you go!
Term 1 of Year 10 Students and Teachers set Target Grades based upon KS2/3 performance and their aspirations Parents’ Consultation Evening Wed 14 th November Progress Assessment – Predicted Grade and Working At Term 2 of Year 10 Progress Assessment 2 generated and published Term 3 of Year 10 Year 10 Mocks Exams commence week beginning 17 June Progress Assessment 3 and Year 10 reports published
Year 11 Awards’ ceremony Parental Study Skills/workshops/drop in Evenings Work Experience,1 week in December Mocks for all GCSE Subjects in December Y11 Parents’ Consultation Evening Mocks for all GCSE subjects in March Progress Assessment Reports 4 and 5 Main GSCE examinations begin in May 2020
Extra-Curricular Activities To ensure a healthy and successful balance, KS4 students are encouraged to take at least one extra-curricular activity through the two years. Opportunities include: Sports Clubs, Form Teams and School Teams Dance, Drama and Choirs, Music Clubs and Concerts Duke of Edinburgh Award Schemes GCSE Subject workshops and clubs Conferences and events School visits, field and sporting trips and holidays All activities are well publicised through the school Form Time bulletin
Thank you for joining us Please proceed to your child’s form tutor room for further discussion Miss S Wright MC21 Mr D Painter MC2 Mr M R Howard MC4 Miss J Dahl MC3 Miss M Pye MC1 Mrs L Haigh MC22 Mr P Smith MC24 Miss L Midwood MC25
Thank you for joining us Please proceed to your child’s form tutor room for further discussion Miss S Wright MC21 Mr D Painter MC2 Mr M R Howard MC4 Miss J Dahl MC3 Miss M Pye MC1 Mrs L Haigh MC22 Mr P Smith MC24 Miss L Midwood MC25
Subject Information
English KEY STAGE 4 WELCOME EVENING The Core Subjects in Year 10 • Third year of new GCSE (1-9) this year. • Language results (grades 4 - 9) were 5% above national average. • 6 grade 9s
English KEY STAGE 4 WELCOME EVENING The Core Subjects in Year 10
English KEY STAGE 4 WELCOME EVENING The Core Subjects in Year 10
English KEY STAGE 4 WELCOME EVENING The Core Subjects in Year 10 2 routes. Sets 1- 3 :
English KEY STAGE 4 WELCOME EVENING The Core Subjects in Year 10 2 routes. Sets 4 / B
English KEY STAGE 4 WELCOME EVENING The Core Subjects in Year 10 • Subscription service. • £2 for 2 years. • Accessed on a smart phone or computer. • 3 minute revision videos for Lang and Lit. • Log on with student name and date of birth. • Please take a letter.
English KEY STAGE 4 WELCOME EVENING The Core Subjects in Year 10
English KEY STAGE 4 WELCOME EVENING The Core Subjects in Year 10
Maths KEY STAGE 4 WELCOME EVENING The Core Subjects in Year 10 MATHS Exam Board: EDEXCEL Specification: 1MA1H/F (new GCSE) It is assessed by a 100% examination at the end of the course. Three examinations lasting 1 hr 30 min each, worth 80 marks each. (Two calc, one non-calc) Began the GCSE at the beginning of year 9 View to complete during Y11 leaving adequate time for revision and practice exam papers. Should a student be achieving an 8 or 9 at the end of year 10 and has mastered the GCSE course, they will also study GCSE Further Mathematics in Year 11 which they will be able to gain an additional, higher level Mathematics GCSE qualification. Revision Guides: from cgpbooks.co.uk or through parentpay. Online video tutorials and practice worksheets available on www.hegartymaths.com Students have usernames and passwords. These can be re-set upon request.
Science KEY STAGE 4 WELCOME EVENING The Core Subjects in Year 10 Year 10 AQA SEPARATE SCIENCES Codes Comprises: Two exams lasting 1Hour 45mins per subject. All exams are completed in year 11(May/June 2020) but important development of knowledge and skills occurs throughout year 10. YEAR 10 AQA Combined Science Trilogy ( Two GCSE Equivalency Comprises: Six exams lasting 1Hour 15mins (Two each for Biology/Chemistry/Physics). All exams are completed in year 11(May/June 2020) but important development of knowledge and skills occurs throughout year 10.
Science KEY STAGE 4 WELCOME EVENING Studying for Success in GCSE Science The data says students rarely improve from their grade from the Winter PPEs in Yr11. Students are still making progress as the content gets greater in volume and harder towards the end. So they must be as good as possible by then Revision must be on-going and cannot be left until the last minute
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