PRINCE HENRY’S HIGH SCHOOL An 'Outstanding' Academy for Students aged 13-18 SIXTH FORM INFORMATION EVENING
Aims of the Presentation To introduce: a) the Sixth Form Team b) the courses we offer at PHHS c) life in the Sixth Form d) the application and induction process
Our vision: An inclusive, welcoming Sixth Form which provides a challenging and enjoyable experience for the young people in our care to enable them to secure outcomes which exceed their expectations .
Introductions The Sixth Form Team consists of: ● Mrs Clare Webb Head of Sixth Form ● Mr John Martin Head of Year 12 ● Mrs Jane Tozer Head of Year 13 ● Mrs Nicky Tranter Sixth Form Administrator ● Mrs Karen Granacki Assistant Sixth Form Administrator ● Form Tutors
Why Prince Henry’s Sixth Form? Ofsted 2013: “The Sixth Form is outstanding and students make excellent progress on their AS-level and A-level courses. Students receive first-rate information, advice and guidance, which help them to make well-informed decisions about future employment, education and training.”
Senior Students Sophie Metcalfe Jonathan Deakin Head Girl Head Boy
Changes to A levels In the past, A Levels were divided into two parts each containing two units: the first set of two/three units made up the AS which was a) examined at the end of the first year of an A Level course (Year 12); the second set of two/three units made up the A2 which b) was examined at the end of the second year (Year 13). AS counted as 50% of the A2/A Level and attracted 50% of UCAS points for university entry.
Changes introduced from September 2015 ● AS and A Levels have been ‘decoupled’, this means that AS levels still exist as a separate qualification but only count as 40% of a whole A level. ● A full A level is a two year course taught in a linear fashion with almost all of the assessment at the end of two years. ● The expectation from universities and employers is that students will have 3 full A levels at the end of Year 13.
Our Offer ● Our main programme will consist of 3 A levels and a programme of Enrichment ● Universities make offers based upon 3 A level grades and the top universities have said that they value higher grades over an additional subject ● Exceptional students may be able to embark upon a 4 A level programme in consultation with the Head of Sixth Form, if they have achieved at least 6 As at GCSE with an A* in the 4 subjects chosen ● Further Maths will continue to run giving some students a fourth A level option.
The Courses Available at Prince Henry’s Sixth Form We offer a wide range of courses: • 26 different A levels • 4 Level 3 Technical courses • Employability, Enrichment and Pastoral guidance • Electives
A levels Art and Design English Literature Music Art: Textiles Film Studies Physical Education Biology French Physics Business Further Maths Politics Chemistry Geography Product Design Computer Science German Psychology Drama and Theatre History Religion, Studies Philosophy and Ethics Economics Italian English Language Mathematics Spanish
Level 3 Technical Diplomas ● Food and Nutrition ● Health and Social Care ● Information Technology ● Creative Media Production
Ofsted 2013: Teaching in the Sixth Form is outstanding. Teachers ensure that students understand key subject ideas in the level of depth that will enable them to achieve the higher grades. Students take responsibility for monitoring their own progress against personal targets and collaborate well in helping each other to achieve.
Private Study Time In addition to timetabled lessons students also have Private Study Time. Most of this is supervised but students also have some time which is more flexible.
Sixth Form Life
Tutor Time ● Tutor groups of about 15 students in friendship groups. ● The same Tutor for two years so that tutors build relationships and get to know students well enough to write detailed references. ● Inter-tutor group competitions and quizzes. ● Tutor programme aimed at study skills, team building, preparing them for Sixth Form life, university, life skills etc.
Information and Guidance Students will have lectures from a variety of outside speakers on a range of topics that will help them to make the step up to A level study and then prepare them for the next steps after school. There will be a focus on • study skills, • health and well-being, • politics and the world around us • next step choices at 18+
Electives ● Each student selects an Elective to follow – in some cases for the whole year, in other cases this changes termly. ● Current choices include: Thinking Skills, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Photography, Fitness Suite, Gold and Silver Arts Award, Young Enterprise, Holiday Spanish, Into Teaching, Survival Cooking, Advanced ECDL qualification, Reading Buddies, Student Mentor, Extended Project Qualification.
Wednesday Afternoons ● There are no lessons on Wednesday afternoons ● All students participate in competitive or recreational sport ● Sports activities include football, hockey, rugby, badminton, table tennis, Pilates and use of the school fitness suite ● Students applying for medicine or teaching may sometimes use this time for volunteering.
Extra Curricular Opportunities ● World Challenge – Cambodia and Laos - 2017 ● Link school in Tanzania – visit in 2017 ● Senior Prefect Team Building weekend. ● Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme (Gold & Silver) ● School drama productions – 2016 Les Miserables, 2017 Much Ado About Nothing ● Music: jazz band, orchestra, big band, choir, barber shop – Music Tour Abroad 2017 ● Sport: football, hockey, rugby, netball, athletics, rounders, basketball etc. ● Foreign language exchanges – Germany, Spain, France ● Student organised Battle of the Bands ● Young Enterprise ● Field Trips – e.g. Biology, Geography, I.T, Engineering ● Winter Ball and other social events ● Sixth Form visits: Birmingham Markets, London ● Interact Charity Fundraising Committee
Sixth Form Facilities ● Sixth Form common room is a separate space just for Sixth Formers ● Snack bar selling hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, soup, cakes, paninis, bacon sandwiches etc. ● Hot water tap for making drinks, water cooler, toaster, microwave, sink and fridge ● Private Study room and Sixth Form Computer room exclusively for Sixth Form Students
Sixth Form Common Room
Uniform
Boys Uniform Black school trousers Plain white shirt (short sleeved acceptable) Sixth Form Tie School blazer with school badge Sixth form navy blue V-neck pullover (optional) Boys must be clean shaven, no facial hair is allowed
Girls Uniform No blazer required School navy skirt with logo –choice of 3 styles Blue and white striped blouse – 3/4 or short sleeved Sixth Form navy blue V-neck cardigan or pullover (optional)
Differences between Sixth Form & Lower School ● Students choose their subjects ● Fewer subjects but much more difficult ● More non contact time ● Closer relationship with staff ● Exclusive Sixth Form facilities and areas ● More extra-curricular activities ● Allowed to leave school site ● Different uniform ● Higher expectations
Applying to Prince Henry’s Sixth Form
Help in making choices Advice and Information ● Subject teachers ● Sixth Form Team: Mrs C Webb – Head of Sixth Form. Mrs J Tozer – Deputy Head of Sixth Form Mr J Martin– Deputy Head of Sixth Form ● Sixth Form Subject Fair in December ● Independent Careers advisor- Mr Chris Brewster ● The Sixth Form Prospectus ● http://search.ucas.com/subject ● http://russellgroup.ac.uk/for-students/school-and-college-in-the-uk/subject-choices-at- school-and-college/
How to choose the “Right Course” • INTEREST • ABILITY • ASSESSMENT STYLE • CAREER
What are the entry requirements? ● Minimum entry requirement is 3 C grades and 2 B grades, or numerical equivalent at the time of awarding, at GCSE or BTEC equivalent (merit or distinction). ● Must include English Language or Literature and Maths at numerical C grade or above. ● Some subjects require at least a B grade or numerical equivalent e.g. Science, Maths, Languages.
The Transition to Sixth Form ✓ Prospectus issued to internal students with a letter. ✓ Internal students return the reply slip requesting an interview with a senior teacher. ✓ Experience Sixth Form Taster Day for external students – Friday 9 th December 2016 ✓ Talk to internal Year 11 students in assembly - Monday 12 th December 2016 ✓ The Sixth Form Subject Fair for internal students- Monday 12 th December 2016 ✓ Interviews for internal students – 2 nd Jan – 9 th Jan 2017 ✓ Talk to Parents for Entry to the Sixth Form – Tuesday 17 th January 2017 Second Experience Sixth Form Taster Morning for external students – Friday 27 th January 2017 Return application form with provisional choices – Monday 27 th February 2017 Induction Day - Thursday 29th June 2017 GCSE results and Consultation Days – Thursday 24 th August and Friday 25 th August 2017 Complete Option Choice Form on line - deadline Tuesday 29 th August 2017
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