Year 9 Pathways - Mount Carmel Technology College for Girls

Year 9 Progression Evening 29th January 2013 Ms Haynes Vice Principal Curriculum

Time to Choose Your Pathway to Success!!!

Purpose of this Presentation        

The Future The Option Process Pathways Qualifications Choosing Options Do's and Don'ts Where to get advice Next Steps Mount Carmel College for Girls

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Year 9 Progression Timeline        

PSCHE Lessons December – March Year 9 Reports Analysis – December 2012 Taster Fortnight 14th January – 25th January 2013 Y9 Options Assembly – 14th January 2013 Y9 Options Evening – 29th January 2013 Y9 Options Interviews – 28th January-15th February 2013 Y9 Parents Evening - 6th March 2013 Final Option Choices Deadline - 15th March 2013

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Pathways 19+ 16-19

Higher Education

Employment A levels

IB

BTEC National

Further Education Advanced

Apprenticeship

GCSE A*-C

Vocational Level 2

GCSE D-G

Vocational Level 1

14-16

Foundation Learning Tier- E3/L1 Certificate

11-14

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Core GCSEs- Compulsory • • • •

English Language & Literature Mathematics Additional Science Religious Education (RE)

NO EXAMINATIONS • Personal Social Health & Citizenship Education (PSHCE) • Physical Education (PE)

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GCSEs Exams o o o o o o o

A* - G Exams Controlled Tests Practical Exams Linear SPG No modular

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Literacy Specialist terminology No resits No coursework

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GCSEs - Options • • • • • • • •

Art and Design Drama French Geography Graphics History ICT Media Studies

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Music Product Design Sociology Spanish Textiles Triple Science

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Vocational

(BTEC or Cambridge Nationals) - Options

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Business Creative Media Health & Social Care ICT Sport

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Level 2 (A* - C) Level 1 (D – G) Pass, Merit, Distinction 80%Portfolio Practical Vocationally related Flexible assessment

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EBACC – English Baccalaureate • A measure of achievement called the ‘English Baccalaureate’. It is to be awarded to any students who achieve 5 GCSEs (A* to C) in the following subjects: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

English Maths Additional Science A Language (French, Spanish or GCSE Heritage Language) A Humanity (History or Geography)

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Who takes all GCSEs?  Your aim is to achieve at least 5 GCSE grades C or above (A*, A, B or C) including English and Maths.  To study A Level at 6th Form you must achieve grades Cs and above, some Bs are required for Maths, Science and Humanities A Level subjects.  You are prepared to revise and study for your exams.  You complete homework on time.  You are an independent learner.  You will prepare and complete all controlled assessments on time.  You will attend after-school clubs.  You are considering university. Mount Carmel College for Girls

Vocational qualifications are suitable for someone who: o o o o o

Knows what area of study interests them. Likes to learn in a more practical way. Is good at coursework. Is not confident in exams. You are considering a Level 3 Vocational courses at Post 16. o You can still go to university.

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What level should I apply for? Levels

LEVEL OF STUDY

Mostly Level 2a, 3C, 3B, 3A, 4C

Choose Vocational (BTEC Level 1 courses)

Mostly 4C, 4B, 4A, 5C

Choose a mixture of GCSEs and BTEC Level 2 courses

Mostly 5B, 5A, 6C, 6B, 6A, 7C

Choose GCSEs

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Subject Restrictions Triple Science – Level 6 and above Music – Play an instrument or sing, audition required Drama – Read the booklet carefully, required skills Media Studies – Level 5 and above in English Foundation learning – Level 1 Courses (teacher selection only) Mount Carmel College for Girls

Interviews with Ms Haynes o

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Discuss progress, behaviour, attendance and attitude to learning. Decide on the best pathway. Consider possible option choices. Set clear targets to help you progress. Discuss future progression and career aspirations Mount Carmel College for Girls Mount Carmel College for Girls

Do’s Do speak to your parents/carer Do speak to other students Do ask for advice, and questions Do make decisions based on interest, strengths and enjoyment Do research subjects, careers Do continue to work hard in Year 9 Do read your Pathway Booklet carefully when you receive it. Mount Carmel College for Girls Mount Carmel College for Girls

Don’ts o o o o

Don’t choose a subject because you like the teacher Don’t choose a subject because your friends are Don’t choose a subject because it sounds good Don’t choose a subject because you think it will be easy

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Completing the Options Form

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Information Advice & Guidance  Senior Staff  Heads of Department  Head of Years  Form Tutor  Subject Teacher  Support Staff  LRC  Internet

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Key Staff Senior Staff • • • •

Ms Mimnagh Ms Haynes Ms Ionta Ms Duffy

Form Tutors VP KS3 VP Curriculum HOY 9 SEN/EAL

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Ms Persaud Ms Arbuckle Mr Davison Ms Jones Mr Rauf

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Useful Links DFE https://www.education.gov.uk/publications/standard/publica tionDetail/Page1/625-1 Skills.org.uk http://www.skill.org.uk/youth/page.aspx?c=0&p=412 My World of Work http://www.myworldofwork.co.uk/ My Choice London http://www.clickstart.org.uk/page/view/id/10972

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GOOD LUCK!! THE CHOICE IS YOURS!!

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