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KEY STAGE 4 CURRICULUM and Year 10 Options 2018-2020

Empowering students to select the right GCSE subjects influencing future pathways in education and career options. Guidance on subjects and related careers to assist informed decisions.

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KEY STAGE 4 CURRICULUM and Year 10 Options 2018-2020

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  1. KEY STAGE 4 CURRICULUM and Year 10 Options 2018-2020 Mr Federici – Assistant Headteacher KS4

  2. Your option choices matter • Grades in these subjects will effect your choices and the range of options open to you at the end of Year 11:- • Higher level course at school or college • Course entry requirements often specify grades in these subjects (Usually grade 6 and above for most A-Levels) • Jobs or apprenticeships • Many employers will look for students with 9-4 grades in these subjects • University • The majority of universities require English and maths at grade 4 and above.

  3. Making good choices

  4. Subjects and Related Careers • Most jobs do not require specific GCSE subjects • You may change your mind about jobs in future • For a few jobs, however, you will need specific subjects, for example:- • Art and design based jobs • Engineering and technology • Language based jobs • Practical jobs • Scientific jobs

  5. Subjects and Related Careers • English: Journalism, Law, Politics, Media, Social Work, Teaching, etc……… • Maths: Accountancy, Business, Construction, Computer Programming, Engineering, Finance, Health, Science careers, Teaching, etc… • Science: Construction, Engineering, Environmental work, Health, Technology, Other science careers (eg. Psychology, Veterinary work, Astronomy)

  6. Subjects and Related Careers • Geography: Travel & Tourism, Environmental Work, International Aid and Development, Landscape Architecture Planning, Surveying, Geology, Estate Management • History: Law, Politics, Journalism, Archeology, Museums, Heritage, Costume Design, Conservation • Languages: Translation & Interpretation, Travel & Tourism, Teching, Sales & Exports, Legal & Financial areas, Journalism • Computer Science: Useful for many jobs, Engineering, Computer Science, Games Design, Media, Marketing, Administration etc… • Art & Design: Design work in Publishing, Computer Games, Clothes/Textiles, Websites, Teaching, Film, Theatre or Arts, Exhibition/Retail Displays

  7. Subjects and Related Careers • Business: Starting point for entry to different business areas including manufacturing, banking, retail, hotels & restaurants, public services. Careers include management, marketing, sales, human resources, law, administration • PE: Teaching, Leisure Centres/Gyms, Coaching, Outdoor work, Armed Forces, Sports Science • Music: Performance, Composer, Teacher, Media, Radio and TV, Gaming, Events Management, Theatre

  8. Students will do up to 10 GCSEs in 2 categories • Compulsory (5) • Optional Choices (5)

  9. These are selected in the following way: All students will do: • English Language • English Literature • Mathematics • Combined Science (2 GCSEs) = 5 subjects (Compulsory)

  10. GCSE English • English Language English Literature • All students are entered for both GCSEs, leading to certification in both subjects. • The students will be taught in two groups, depending on their options and current levels. • They should have a different teacher for Language and Literature.

  11. GCSE Mathematics • All students will be prepared for the ‘new’ GCSE qualification in Mathematics at the Higher tier. • Students will sit three examination papers. • This course was started in Year 9 and will build on the skills they have developed throughout Key Stage 3.

  12. GCSE Science • All students will be taught OCR Combined Science, which is worth 2 GCSEs. They will received one grade based on the results from 6 papers • Some students who opt for Triple Science will take additional papers in Chemistry, Biology and Physics. These students will then receive separate grades for each Science.

  13. Optional Choices P1: Triple Science* or Psychology P2: Geography or History P3: Spanish or Media Studies P4: Computer Science or Business Studies* P5: Art or Physical Education or Music *Mastery in Science / English at KS3 required = 5

  14. Non Examination Curriculum • Tutor Period • Personal, Social, Health & Citizenship Education (PSHCE) • Work Related Learning • Numeracy and Literacy • Computer Skills

  15. The Process • English, Maths and Science are timetabled separately. • The students will be asked to choose their 5 options using the options form. • These subjects will be grouped in five blocks to enable a “best fit” for as many students as possible. • We will provide some students with alternatives if we believe it is not in their best interests to sit all 10 GCSE subjects.

  16. The Process In trying for the best fit, the final outcome depends on: • Number of students wishing to study each subject. • Number of groups required for each subject • Available staffing and accommodation • Subject combinations

  17. Next Steps • Deadlinefor completion of Options forms and returning them to school is: Monday 19th February • Our optional subject teachers are available now if you would like to ask them any questions about their courses.

  18. North London Grammar School KEY STAGE 4 CURRICULUM AND Year 10 Options 2018-2020

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