Year 10 Parents’ Information Eveni ning ng
A record breaking year A-Level results – in the top 30 state schools for A-Level results (The Times) GCSE – in the top 30 state schools in the country (The Times) For raw outcomes, 2nd highest in county for A-Level and GCSE
What we believe... "We believe that education is for life. It helps us to make sense of the world, our place within it and how we can contribute to it. But it’s also about making a difference."
What we believe... We don’t have one size fits all approach or pre-determined path. No matter what a young person wants to do we will prepare them to seize the world of opportunity that awaits."
Helping your child thrive Mrs Nadine Moore
Did you know? £5 for a tablet of MDMA
• Close to 9,500 fixed or permanent exclusions each year related to drugs/alcohol related incidents Drugs • We are a drug free community • Drug education in PD lessons in education all year groups but particularly Y8 and above • Expert speakers (Dave Parvin) for parents and student workshops
The basics
Attendance
Congratulations to all those who have already finished their bronze award Silver? Are they ready 130 in Y9 did the bronze ?80 in Y10 to do the silver?
Teach ching and Learning Mrs Jane Thornton
• GCSE toolkit Supporting • Independent learning session transition • Exams
Revision • Factual recall (definitions, vocabulary, formulae) • Application of knowledge (short and long answer)
Mr Mr Peter John
Parents Data Data and Data Report Year 10 Evening Report Tutor Report (December) (March) (April) (June) Data and Mock Parents Data Report Year 11 Results Report Evening (March) (November) (December) Assessment and Reporting Schedule of school reporting for Key Stage 4
Assessment and Reporting Data Reports will provide information on: • School Target • Estimated grade • Attainment (in line with prior attainment) • Attitude for Learning Students will be given a score of 1-4 1 Exceeding expectations 2 Meeting expectations and standard 3 Below expectations and standard 4 Significantly below expectations and standard
Benchmarking progress We use Fischer Family Trust (FFT) data to benchmark how students are progressing in line with their prior attainment. We are able to use FFT estimates based on: • the national average • top 20% of schools • top 5% of schools The school target is based on student aptitude, along with the expectation of the subject. The attainment score (1-4) plots the student's estimated grade alongside the national average based on their prior attainment.
Under erstandin ing the e report What is the School Target? What is attainment benchmarked against? Agreed with student In line with national data Subject School Estimated Attainment Attitude to Target grade Learning Music 7 7 2 2 History 8 7 1 2 Based on current performance
Homework We are using Class Charts to record homework in all year groups These can be accessed via the Class Charts Student app and Class Charts Parent app Homework timetables are found in the Teaching & Learning section on the school website
Experience of the world of Can be organised during the work school holidays or INSET Work days Shadowing Approximately 5-10 days in A variety of different total experiences
It is organised by the student Employers should have their own liability insurance Work It needs to be completed before 25 June 2020 Shadowing Students complete a Work Shadowing Journal Resources and guides to getting a placement are available to students on the school network
Practical insight into See how the job sector and organisations operate pathway and are structured Purpose of Follow a working day Work Make valuable pattern rather than a contacts school day Shadowing Awareness of a Speak to a range of particular working different people environment
Resources to help find a placement.
Work Shadowing journal
World of Work Day Thursday 25th June 2020 Full morning of careers related activities, including: • “Ask The Professional” - opportunity for the girls to interview a range of professionals • Labour Market Information • Review of Work Shadowing experiences • Researching activity on Post-18 options – through PD
Year 10 Mrs Est stell lle David idso son
Year 10 Dates - TBC Year 10 Parents’ information evening 26/09/19 Citizenship day 03/10/19 Harvest box deadline 04/10/19 Early closure due to Open evening – 1.30pm 5.30 – 7.30pm 17/10/19 INSET day 25/10/19 Children in Need – non-uniform 15/11/19 INSET day 29/11/19 Early finish for Christmas 1.30pm 20/12/19 D of E parents’ eve 4.30 – 7pm 14/01/20 Silver D of E Training Day 15/01/20 Yr 10 Parents’ evening 05/03/20 Sport Relief – non-uniform 13/03/20 Silver D of E practice expedition 13/03/20 – 15/03/20 INSET Day 16/0320 Yr 10 Crown Court Trip 27/03/20 Yr 10 Geography trip 11/05/20 Yr 10 exams - TBC 08/06/20 – 19/06/20 INSET Day 17/06/20 Yr 10 World of Work Day 25/06/20 Silver D of E expedition 14/07/20 – 16/07/20 Enrichment 14/07/20 – 16/07/20
The Sixth Form Experie ience – only ly 2 year ars s away! Miss ss Sarah ah Tapsc scott
• A level choices The Sixth • Additional Qualifications Form • Enrichment, opportunities and experiences • Learning environment Experience • Independence and responsibility • Academic excellence and scholarship
Scholarship
Pathways – start thinking Social Sciences ▪ ▪ Medicine Marketing ▪ ▪ Dentistry Media ▪ ▪ Veterinary Drama School ▪ ▪ Allied Medical Professions Apprenticeships ▪ ▪ Law Sponsored Degrees (GE Aviation, ▪ ▪ Architecture Rolls-Royce) ▪ Engineering Access to Bristol ▪ ▪ STEM Full UCAS support programme ▪ ▪ Primary Education ▪ Art Foundation ▪ Oxbridge ▪ Universities Abroad
Horizons • UN Delegation to New York and Geneva • French, German and Spanish Exchanges with work experience • Tanzania • South Korean Exchange • European Youth Parliament
Horizons • Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award • Raising Aspiration Programme • CERN Hadron Collider Visit • Houses of Parliament Visit • Young Fashion Designer of the Year Competition • Sports Tour • University Visits
Leadership Student Leadership Team: ➢ Senior School Leaders ➢ Head of Houses ▪ Clubs and Societies ➢ School Council leader ➢ Subject Ambassadors ▪ Sports Leadership ➢ International Ambassadors ▪ Eco-Council ▪ Anti-Bullying ▪ Mental Health Champions ▪ Gold Duke of Edinburgh
What our students say... • The people are very kind, the atmosphere is brilliant for productivity and the extra curricular opportunities are amazing (Emilia joined us from KLB) • The teaching staff are excellent and are willing to support you with whatever you need (Erin joined us from SHS) • There is a positive, inclusive atmosphere with plenty of opportunities to help you go further than just your studies (Esme joined us from Farmors) • Instantly feels like you've found the place you belong (Charlotte joined us from Barnwood)
What our students say... • It’s the best learning environment, with both independence and full support - I don't think I could get better results anywhere else (Viv joined us from SHS) • The wide variety of extra curriculum activities are excellent and the staff are helpful and are very encouraging (Ben joined us from Rednock ) • It’s a welcoming friendly environment that has very high teaching standards (Rowan joined us from Severn Vale)
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