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Our vision is based on the principle of ‘ putting the child first’

Join us on Thursday, January 31, 2019, for the Year 9 Options Evening, where we will provide information on the curriculum, available options, and collaborative courses. Our focus is on flexibility, individual choice, and opportunity for students. Learn about the core subjects, Welsh Baccalaureate, and other courses to be studied. Gain insight into college link courses and make informed decisions for your child's future. Support, resources, and important dates will be provided.

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Our vision is based on the principle of ‘ putting the child first’

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  1. Our vision is based on the principle of ‘putting the child first’ Year 9 Options Evening Thursday 31 January 2019

  2. INTENTIONS To provide information on: • The overall curriculum at Key Stage 4 • The options available • Collaborative options (off site courses)

  3. KEY PRINCIPLES • Flexibility • Individual choice • Opportunity

  4. The Core Subjects • English Language & English Literature GCSEs • Provide greater assurance of literacy • Focus on the functional aspects of language • Mathematics & Numeracy GCSEs • Mathematics is now worth 2 GCSE’s • They are called GCSE Numeracy and GCSE Mathematics • Largely the same content as before but with some additions • 3 tiers of entry (used to be two)

  5. The Core Subjects • Science GCSE • Double award (however, separate sciences still available) • GCSE is the only option • Practical exam • The Welsh Baccalaureate • Skills based qualification

  6. What's different in 2018/19 • New Suite of GCSE Science Qualifications • Skills Challenge lessons • Reform of other GCSEs (in line with the national literacy and numeracy drive) • Little (or no) early entry • A vocational option

  7. The New Welsh Baccalaureate Qualification The central focus of the Welsh Baccalaureate at Key Stage 4 is to provide a vehicle for 14-16 year olds to consolidate and develop essential and employability skills. The Welsh Baccalaureate is based on a Skills Challenge Certificate alongside Supporting Qualifications. The requirements of both must be met in order to achieve the overarching Welsh Baccalareate.

  8. THE CORE SUBJECTS

  9. OTHER COURSES TO BE STUDIED Pupils will need to choose TWO subjects to study (this does not include a college option) The following subjects are currently offered: ART HISTORY GEOGRAPHY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION FOOD AND NUTRITION PRODUCT DESIGN PHYSICAL EDUCATION DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY FRENCH MUSIC 3D DESIGN

  10. LINKS WITH OTHER ESTABLISHMENTS Some students may be able to study at: • Coleg Cambria • St Christopher’s School Access to courses at these establishments broadens the choice of courses available to students. www.cambria.ac.uk/14-19-network

  11. College Link Courses 2018/19 Is a link course the right choice for you?

  12. What’s on offer

  13. The right choice? • Do you have a definite interest in that course? • Are you thinking of applying because your friend is? • Are you aware you must travel to a different venue? • Are you aware that it is a no drop out policy? • Are you aware that the day will be longer than a normal school day?

  14. The right choice? • Are you aware that you MUST make your own way home? • Do you mix well with other people? • Do you know the level of the course and are aware of your own potential? • Did you attend the open evening? • What will others do while you are at college?

  15. Providing support • Presentations by Learning Leaders • Talk to Form Tutors, Miss A Evans, Mr I Thomas • Interviews with Assistant Headteacher, Progress Leader, Assistant Progress Leader. • Subject Choice Evening • Year 9 Parents’ Evening and Report

  16. Providing support • Careers Wales Online • Continued support in careers and world of work lessons • 14-19 network online information and open evenings • Ysgol y Grango course information booklet (which will go live on the school website)

  17. Making the right decisions • Interests and preferences • Future goals and career aspirations • Progression routes • Keep options choices broad and balanced • Consider the level of entry

  18. How can you make the wrong decision? • Choose an option because of your friend • You like the teacher • Failing to check out what the subject requires • Failing to check out additional personal skills and qualities the qualification requires • Choosing a course which is at the wrong level • Choosing a range of subjects which are not balanced or narrow

  19. The Options Blocks • College/Vocational block • If you do not choose a college course or are not successful in gaining a place on a college course then Tuesday afternoon will be spent in school. • The two courses currently running are: • LIBF - Financial Capability and Careers Development  • ECDL – Computer Skills Qualification

  20. Important dates • Subject Choice Evening (31/1/19) • Submission of course choices (18/2/18 for college and 22/3/18 for school choices) • Year 9 reports (18/3/18) • Year 9 Parents’ Evening (21/3/18) • College course selection dates (25/26 Mar19) • Confirmation of courses for next academic year (Easter).

  21. A TYPICAL STUDENT PROFILE

  22. Thank you for attending • This presentation will be available on the school website • Any questions? Please feel free to stay and ask

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