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The Options Process

Get guided support for GCSE grading options at Grey Court 6th Form. Advice on choosing subjects, essential criteria, and planning for future pathways. Consult staff and resources for informed decisions.

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The Options Process

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  1. The Options Process

  2. GCSE Grading

  3. A guided and informed process December -Post 16 questionnaire 14thFebruary : Yr 9 Parent Consultation Evening 28th February : Options Evening and Options Fair February - March: one- to- one options interviews with SLT 5th March: Career Networking and Options Taster day. Thursday 28th March Options choices form Deadline End of June 2019 : confirmation of choices

  4. Key stage 4 Curriculum Core subjects English-Literature and Language Mathematics Science- separate sciences/ COMBINED award PE (non GCSE) RS- Drop down sessions

  5. Key stage 4 Curriculum Options 4 selections Vast majority - (80%) expected to choose a language and a Humanities Wide range of GCSE/Btecs (vocational equivalences)

  6. Advice and Guidance Options fair Options booklet

  7. GCSE PE, Drama and Music Good record of positive participation and engagement in year 9 required. For PE- you are expected to play for a school / House team

  8. 6th Form Thinking ahead.. Planning Now GCSE – the building blocks

  9. Facilitating Subjects • For the top Universities but also a good base line for other universities and apprenticeships . • Mathematics and Further Mathematics, English Literature, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, History and Languages. • Oxbridge – Specific guidance

  10. Making the right choice • Talk to staff, parents and each other. • Keep your mind open • Visit UCAS, University and Employer’s websites • Go with your strengths and be honest

  11. Admissions Criteria to Grey Court 6th Form Please consult 6th form prospectus for individual subject entry criteria

  12. Admissions Criteria to Grey Court 6th Form GCSE profile Recommended pathway Mainly “5 “ and “6” grades at GCSE and grade 4 in English and mathematics • One/Two Bteclevel 3 qualifications from the 7 on offer at Grey Court. • You might also combine this with one/two suitable A-level choice.

  13. Admissions Criteria to Grey Court 6th Form GCSE profile Recommended pathway Mainly 7/8/9 grades with grade 7 and above in English and mathematics • Take a 3 A-level pathway

  14. ANY QUESTIONS?

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