St joseph’s rc high school

1. St joseph’s rc high school YEAR 12 LEARNING PATHWAYS EVENING WELCOME ‘Serving God through learning together’

2. The purpose of this evening is: To find out about the Learning Pathways available to you in the Sixth Form To talk to course leaders about specific subjects To get a ‘flavour’ of what our Sixth Form is like and what we can offer alongside the formal learning opportunities

3. Sixth Form Entitlement Formal Learning Pathways that match ALL abilities and aspirations Personal support to assist with the fulfillment of goals An opportunity to take an active role in the Catholic life of the school Non-formal experiences that broaden academic and social horizons

4. The Current Position 300 students in the Sixth Form In 2013: 24% of A level pupils achieved A* to A grades 80% of A level pupils achieved A* to C grades 99% of A level pupils achieved the Level 3 threshold 100% BTEC and WBQ pass rate 25 post 16 subject areas offered at St Joseph’s Successful applications to top universities All students who wished to attend university successfully placed

5. Entry Requirements Level 3 (A Level) Level 2 Threshold – 5 A*-C grades Level 2 (BTEC) Level 1 Threshold – D&E grades

6. Entry Requirements Good attendance and punctuality Good behaviour record Some desirable requirements for certain subjects Support and guidance throughout

7. Collaboration Wider choice of subjects for students Experience of collaboration 30+ AS courses on offer 10+ BTEC courses on offer Introduction to WBQ Level 3

8. Registration Early September Students express an interest in a subject with HOD Pathways form checked and students interviewed Some may be asked to make alternative choices

9. Courses for September 2014 Level 2 course: BTEC First Diploma in Business and Welsh Baccalaureate Length – One Year Entry Requirements: D & E grades at GCSE Equivalent to 4 GCSE grades A* - C Successful completion CAN allow for progression onto AS level courses

10. Courses for September 2014 Welsh Baccalaureate Qualification Intermediate (BTEC) – 4 GCSE Advanced (A2) – Grade A* - C WBQ Core: Wales, Europe and the World Language PSE & Community Participation Work Experience & Enterprise Diary Individual Investigation Essential and Wider Skills: Communication ICT Application of Number Problem Solving Improving Own Learning Performance Working With Others

11. Courses for September 2014 Essential and Key Skills • Essential Skills: • Communication • Application of Number • ICT • Wider Key Skills: • Working With Others • Problem Solving • Improving Own Learning Performance

12. AS Courses for September 2014 25 Level 3 AS courses at St Joseph’s 30+ in collaboration Distinct qualification in Wales 50% of full A level in Wales Level 3 students will be expected to pursue a minimum of 3 AS courses

13. Economics • Applied Business • Theatre Studies • Media • Design & Technology • Applied ICT • Certificate of Personal Effectiveness • Art & Design • Biology • Welsh • Chemistry • Sociology • English Lang/Lit • English Lit • Geography • History • WBQ • ICT • Law • Mathematics • Performing Arts (Music) • Physical Education • Physics • Religious Education • Geography What Level 3 subjects are available at St Joseph’s?

14. Factors to Consider Some university courses will have specific requirements Results, enjoyment of a subject and interest in a subject Probability of success in a subject Your ability to cope with demanding workload

15. Student Profile 1 Level 2 Business BTEC and WBQ L2 Progression to: Level 3 Business ICT Geography Level 3 WBQ

16. Student Profile 2 Level 3 Chemistry, Biology, History, Mathematics and WBQ L3 Progression to: Level 3 Chemistry, Biology , History, Mathematics and WBQ Medical Degree at University

17. Student Profile 3 Level 3 History, Business, ICT, Sociology & WBQ L3 Progression to: Level 3 History, Business, ICT & WBQ Business Management Degree at University Marketing/Advertising/Administration

18. Non-Formal OpportunitiesDeveloping the Whole Person Reading and Number Buddies Bar Mock Trial UN Debate Young Enterprise Scheme Engineering Scheme Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme Range of Sports Teams Music and Drama Rotary Youth Leadership Award Charity Events

19. Catholicity Faith and Spirituality General Religious Education Religious Assemblies Masses and Liturgies Catenian Interviews Charity Work and Fundraising

20. Pastoral Care Second to none! Individual help from form tutors Individual interviews and mentoring Target setting and reviews Study skills Careers and higher education advice University application advice and support

21. Progression to Higher Education and Careers Open days Guest speakers – ‘Why University?’‘Living on a budget’ Advice on applying and ‘getting the offers’ from an experienced and dedicated team of tutors UCAS evening for parents Career advice on jobs, courses and work experience

22. University Process begins January 2015, but start thinking now. www.ucas.com Extra reading Work experience Additional courses

23. Other Options Apprenticeships Employment GAP Year Volunteering

24. Mentoring and Reporting Regular parental contact Interim reports – November 2014 Parents’ evening – December 2014 (provisional) Formal mid-year reports – March 2015 Modular Examinations – May/June 2015 Mentor groups

25. Induction to the Sixth Form Induction Week to include: Visiting motivational speakers Form workshops Team building exercises WBQ and Essential Skills work

26. Sixth Form Facilities Specialist Sixth Form Study Area Designated Sixth Form ICT terminals Sixth Form Common Room and Kitchen area State of the art facilities across the school

27. What do we expect? Hard work Excellent attendance and punctuality A commitment to all aspects of school life A commitment to the Christian life of the school Students who enjoy being part of school life!

28. What should a Student do next? Talk to subject teachers Talk to sixth formers Talk to the Head of Sixth Form Return Pathways sheet to Reception from 8.15am on THURSDAY 6th MARCH 2014 Work hard – University admission tutors expect excellent GCSE grades

29. FINALLY! Which ever pathway you choose GOOD LUCK TO ALL YEAR 11 STUDENTS We look forward to seeing you in September! ‘Serving God through learning together’