year 9 options evening 2012
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‘Broad and balanced curriculum’
Return to more traditional GCSE subjects
Restriction on the number of non GCSE qualifications
High quality vocational qualifications
Progression opportunities
Raising of the participation age
Increase in apprenticeships
What’s new? – English Baccalaureate• English GCSE• Maths GCSE• 2 x Science GCSE• 1 x GCSE French or Spanish• 1 x GCSE Geography or History
• All at C grade or above =
Why the fuss about qualifications?
‘In a competitive job market, academic and vocational qualifications are increasingly important. Those without qualifications are at a higher risk of being unemployed and having low incomes.’
Exclusion, employment and opportunity, Case Paper No 4, Atkinson. A and Hills J, (eds),
Compulsory Subjects – ‘Core’
MathsEnglishScience
PSREPE
Core Pathways
Blue Pathway:GCSE MathsGCSE English LanguageGCSE English LiteratureTriple GCSE ScienceExtended Project (non GCSE)GCSE RECore PE (non GCSE)
Purple Pathway:(Maths/English Plus)GCSE MathsGCSE English LanguageGCSE English LiteratureGCSE Core ScienceBTEC Science (x1)Core PSRE (non GCSE)Core PE (non GCSE)
Green Pathway:GCSE MathsGCSE English LanguageGCSE English LiteratureBTEC Science (x2)Core PSRE (non GCSE)Core PE (non GCSE)Additional learning support
Orange Pathway:(Maths/English Plus)GCSE MathsGCSE English LanguageGCSE English LiteratureGCSE Core ScienceGCSE Add. ScienceGCSE RECore PE (non GCSE)
GCSE/Non- GCSE optionsGCSE
• Catering• DT – Graphics• DT - Resistant Materials• DT - Textiles• History• Geography• French• Spanish• Drama• Music• Art• PE• ICT• Child Development
Non GCSE• BTEC Sport• BTEC Business Studies• BTEC Performing Arts - Dance• BTEC Performing Arts – Music
There is also a selection of level 1 vocational courses availableThis list is not yet finalised but may include introductory courses in the following areas:
Hair and BeautyConstructionMotor VehicleEngineering
Making the right choices...
• The vast majority of students must have at least 6 GCSE subjects in their total curriculum
Blue Pathway:GCSE MathsGCSE English LanguageGCSE English LiteratureTriple GCSE ScienceExtended Project (non GCSE)GCSE RECore PE (non GCSE)
Core GCSEs = 7
Option Choices
Spanish
History
BTEC Dance
BTEC Sport
Reserve: Music
Option GCSEs = 2 or 3 Total = 9 or 10
Making the right choices...
• The vast majority of students must have at least 6 GCSE subjects in their total curriculum
Core GCSEs = 6
Option Choices
French
Geography
DT - Graphics
BTEC Business
Reserve: Drama
Option GCSEs = 3 or 4 Total = 9 or 10
Orange Pathway:(Maths/English Plus)GCSE MathsGCSE English LanguageGCSE English LiteratureGCSE Core ScienceGCSE Add. ScienceGCSE RECore PE (non GCSE)
Making the right choices...
• The vast majority of students must have at least 6 GCSE subjects in their total curriculum
Core GCSEs = 6
Option Choices
BTEC Music
Geography
DT - Graphics
BTEC Business
Reserve: Drama
Option GCSEs = 2 or 3 Total = 8 or 9
Orange Pathway:(Maths/English Plus)GCSE MathsGCSE English LanguageGCSE English LiteratureGCSE Core ScienceGCSE Add. ScienceGCSE RECore PE (non GCSE)
Making the right choices...
• The vast majority of students must have at least 6 GCSE subjects in their total curriculum
Core GCSEs = 3
Option Choices
BTEC Sport
ICT
DT – Res. Materials
Catering
Reserve: Art
Option GCSEs = 3 or 4 Total = 6 or 7
Green Pathway:GCSE MathsGCSE English LanguageGCSE English LiteratureBTEC Science (x2)Core PSRE (non GCSE)Core PE (non GCSE)Additional learning support
Completing Options onlineSelect Coloured Pathway
Use drop down menus to select your subjects
Ensure you have at least 6 GCSE subjects in your total curriculum
Avoid prohibited combinationse.g. 2 DT subjects, GCSE PE and Sport , BTEC Dance and Music
Indicate reserve area
Submitform answering the security question
So what next??• Interview with a member of Senior Staff from the
week beginning March 5th (parents invited)
Recommended Coloured Pathway
Interests and Strengths
Career ideas
Sixth Form / Higher Education
Update on curriculum offer and chance for questions
Year 9 Parents EveningWednesday 14th March 2012
Make appointments to see ‘Core’ teachers and subjects where you have particular interests
So what next?
• Join us for refreshments and informal discussions• Think carefully about your plans for the future• Prepare well for your interview• Talk with family, friends and teachers• Pick areas and subjects for the right reasons
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