Year 9 Progression
Evening
20th January 2015
Ms Haynes
Principal
Time to Choose Your Pathway to success!!!
Purpose of this Presentation
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The Future
The Option Process
Pathways
Qualifications
Choosing Options
Do's and Don'ts
Where to get advice
Next Steps
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Year 9 Progression
Timeline
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PSCHE Lessons - December – January 2015
Year 9 Reports Analysis – December - January 2015
Taster Fortnight 5th January – 16th January 2015
Y9 Options Assembly – 8th January 2015
Y9 Options Evening – 20th January 2015
Y9 Options Interviews – 2nd February - 13th February 2015
Y9 Parents Evening - 4th March 2015
Final Option Choices Deadline - 11th March 2015
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Pathways
19+
16-19
Higher
Education
Employment
A levels
IB
BTEC
National
Further
Education
Level 3
Apprenticeship
GCSE A*-C
Level 2 Vocational Course
GCSE D-G
Level 1 Vocational Course
14-16
11-14
Key Stage 3
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Core GCSEs- Compulsory
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English Language & Literature
Mathematics
Additional Science
Religious Education (RE)
NO EXAMINATIONS
• Personal Social Health & Careers Education (PSHCE)
• Core Physical Education (PE)
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GCSEs - Options
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Art and Design
Drama
French
Geography
Graphics
History
ICT
Media Studies
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Music
PE
Product Design
Spanish
Textiles
Triple Science
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A* - G
Linear Exams
Controlled Test
Practical Exams
Prescribed
Assessment
Vocational Options
(BTEC or Cambridge Nationals)
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Business
Music
Performance Arts
ICT
 Level 2 (A* - C)
Sport
 Level 1 (D – G)
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Pass, Merit, Distinction
75 % Assignments
25% External Examination
Practical
Vocationally related
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Government Changes
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EBACC – English Baccalaureate
Progress 8, Attainment 8
GCSE Grading 1-9 (4-5 = C grade)
Changes to the Curriculum (English and Maths)
NO Coursework
All Linear Exams
New A Levels (No AS Level)
New Assessment
YOU must achieve a grade C in English & Maths or
you will continue in Sixth Form
• Tracking your destination
• New Sixth Form opportunities
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Who takes all GCSEs?
 Your aim is to achieve at least 8 GCSE grades C or
above (A*, A, B or C) including English and Maths.
 To study A Level at 6th Form you must achieve
grades Cs and above, some Bs are required for
Maths, Science and Humanities A Level subjects.
 You are prepared to revise and study for your exams.
 You complete homework on time.
 You are an independent learner.
 You will prepare and complete all controlled
assessments on time.
 You will attend after-school clubs.
 You are considering university.
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Vocational qualifications are suitable for :
o Someone who knows what area of
study interests them.
o Likes to learn in a more practical way.
o Is good at coursework.
o Is not confident in exams.
o You are considering a Level 3
Vocational courses at Post 16.
o You can still go to university.
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What level should I choose?
Levels
LEVEL OF STUDY
Mostly
Level 2a, 3C, 3B, 3A, 4C
Choose 3 x Vocational
Courses
Mostly 4C, 4B, 4A, 5C, 5B
Choose a mixture of
GCSEs and Vocational
courses
Mostly
5A, 6C, 6B, 6A, 7s, 8s
Choose ALL GCSEs
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Subject Restrictions
Triple Science – Level 6 and above
Music – Play an instrument or sing, audition
required
Drama – Read the booklet carefully, required
skills
Media Studies – Level 5 and above in English
Level 1 or Option A courses – by teacher
selection only
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Interviews with Mr Jackson and Mr McDonough
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Discuss progress, behaviour, attendance and
attitude to learning.
Decide on the best pathway.
Consider possible option choices.
Set clear targets to help you progress.
Discuss future progression and career
aspirations
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Do’s
Do speak to your parents/carer
Do speak to other students
Do ask for advice, and questions
Do make decisions based on interest, strengths and
enjoyment
Do research subjects, careers
Do continue to work hard in Year 9
Do read your Pathway Booklet carefully when you
receive it.
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Don’ts
o Don’t choose a subject because you like the
teacher
o Don’t choose a subject because your friends
are
o Don’t choose a subject because it sounds good
o Don’t choose a subject because you think it will
be easy
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English, Mathematics, Additional Science, Religious Education, PSHCE and PE
3 GCSEs e.g. History, Drama, and Spanish
2 GCSEs e.g. Triple Science, Geography and French
1 GCSE and 2 BTEC e.g. Product Design, BTEC Business
and BTEC Sport
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Completing the Options Form
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Information Advice & Guidance
 Senior Staff
 Heads of Department
 Head of Years
 Form Tutor
 Subject Teacher
 Support Staff
 LRC
 Internet
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Key Staff
Form Tutors
Senior Staff
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Ms Haynes
Mr Lobo
Mr C Jackson
Mr McDonough
Mr Pantelides
Ms Duffy
Principal
VP Year 9
AP Curriculum
AP Curriculum
IAG/PSCHE
SEN/EAL
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Ms C McKenzie
Ms Quirke
Mr Gray
Ms Petrica
• Y9 Head of Years: Ms Ayoade/Ms Snowdon
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9AF
9EB
9MA
9RP
Useful Links
National Careers Service
https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/Pages/Home.aspx
Skills.org.uk
http://www.skill.org.uk/youth/page.aspx?c=0&p=412
My World of Work
http://www.myworldofwork.co.uk/
GOOD LUCK!!
THE CHOICE IS YOURS!!
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