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Framingham Earl High School

Framingham Earl High School. Options Evening 2014. N.Furneaux Headteacher. Options Evening 2014. G. Yassin Deputy Headteacher. Options Evening 2014. Key Stage 4 Pathways. Core Subjects (have to be studied)

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Framingham Earl High School

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  1. Framingham Earl High School Options Evening 2014

  2. N.Furneaux Headteacher Options Evening 2014

  3. G. Yassin Deputy Headteacher Options Evening 2014

  4. Key Stage 4 Pathways Core Subjects (have to be studied) English, Maths and Science GCSE; Citizenship, Philosophy & Ethics full course GCSE; ICT; PSHEE, & PE OPTIONS Pathway A Four GCSE options taken. Leads to a total of 10.5 GCSEs for most students. Pathway B Vocational Courses Level 1 Equivalent to 2-4 GCSEs at D – G Up to two GCSE Options Chosen Pathway C Vocational Courses Level 2 Equivalent to 4 GCSEs at A* - C Up to two GCSE Options Chosen The Option Pathways Available

  5. The English Baccalaureate(E.Bacc) • New measure in Schools’ Performance Tables • Introduced in 2010-11 • English, Maths, 2 ‘good’ Sciences, a humanities subject (History or Geography) and a modern foreign language subject • Some post 16 providers are only accepting E.Bacc candidates for some courses

  6. The Importance of Core GCSEs • Compulsory subjects are Maths, English, PSHEE, ICT, PE (Dance is offered in the Core), and Science • Develop key skills and knowledge transferable to other subjects • Grades in these subjects often determine which post 16 courses you can study

  7. GCSE Options – Pathway A • Choosing 4 further GCSEs that are studied in addition to the core subjects • Wide variety of GCSEs to choose from – details in the option booklet and from the ‘stalls’ in the gym after these speeches

  8. Amendment

  9. Amendment

  10. Why Take Pathway A? • Many FEHS students are equipped to get good grades – guidance will be provided • The courses provide a strong foundation for post 16 courses (esp. A level)– coursework, exam experience • Studying in a familiar environment • A range of GCSEs will give you a greater variety of possible career pathways • Strong teaching

  11. Pathways B and C • A vocational focus • Flexibility – employment or Further Education • Suitable for all abilities • Underpinned by GCSEs – core and options • Building relationships with colleges you may continue to study at post 16

  12. Open Opportunity Vocational Pathways Options Evening 2014

  13. Initial Briefing Aims of this session: • Outline the different courses that are available through OpenOpportunity and City College Norwich and provide information to support the Options process. • Inform you as to how and when you can learn more about the courses. • Give you an overview of the application process for the courses.

  14. The Basics • All the OpenOpportunity or CCN courses will take place on Thursday next year (and stay on Thursday the following year). • Students come from a wide range of schools. • They will spend all day at a different site and will wear the OpenOpportunity uniform (or appropriate clothing for CCN courses). • All courses are intended to give a broad experience of a particular industry area.

  15. The Basics II • The qualifications used within our course packages vary slightly from course to course. Most are Edexcel BTECs but some may be OCR Nationals or other qualifications. • Although some are Level 2 quals it is now possible to be awarded a Level 1 qual if the required standard is not met. • Most VIth Forms will not accept these qualifications towards entry requirements for AS/A Levels. • It is not always possible to progress directly onto a L3 course at college from the Level 2 courses.

  16. Health & Social Care Visual Arts and Photography Public Services Public Services Public Services Hospitality and Catering Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy Performing Arts Construction Motor Vehicle Child Care

  17. How to Apply: the Process STUDENT & PARENT CONSULTATION INITIAL STUDENT BRIEFING March 4th OPTIONS CHOICES TASTER EVENT INTERVIEWS April FORMAL LETTER FROM OO

  18. How to find out more • Sign up for a taster! • Visit the OpenOpportunity website at: www.openopportunity.org • Talk to your Tutor, Director of Learning or Gareth Yassin • E-mail me at jhudson@openopportunity.org

  19. R. Li-Rocchi Assistant Headteacher Options Evening 2014

  20. Parents / Carers & Relatives Subject Teachers Form Tutors Informed & Guided Choice Options Booklet Colleges / Open Opportunity Guiding Your Choices ‘Leading or showing the way’

  21. The Options Forms • Option Form A – Pathway A (GCSEs) • Option Form B – Pathways B & C (any college course plus up to two GCSEs) • If you are applying for a college course also complete a separate college application form and return it to Mr Yassin

  22. Option Form A –Pathway A (GCSEs) BLANK EXAMPLE Dance Now that you have had a think about how your choices look, fill in the real form overleaf. Don’t forget to fill in your NAME and FORM at the top!

  23. Option Form A –Pathway A (GCSEs) COMPLETED EXAMPLE Dance Delivered in core PE so does not count as an option Now that you have had a think about how your choices look, fill in the real form overleaf. Don’t forget to fill in your NAME and FORM at the top!

  24. Dance Option Forms B & C – College Courses Delivered in core PE so does not count as an option

  25. The next steps…

  26. The rest of the evening • GCSE options subjects – Gym • General enquiries & Special Educational Needs (following Science / BTEC Sport presentations) • Room M1 – GCSE ICT • Room M2 - Easton College • Room M3 – Open Opportunity / City College Evaluation forms on your seats!

  27. The rest of the evening • Triple Science & BTEC Sport presentations in the Hall (will start in approx 5 mins time) • If you are not considering Triple Science or BTEC Sport as options, please go to the Gym (GCSE stalls) or the main corridor (ICT & College courses)

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