Mearns Castle High School S4/5 Options Presentation January 2017 Head Teacher: Dean Smith Steven Sorley – S5 Year Head Jillian Davis – Vocational Programme Gail Paterson – Foundation Apprenticeships Steven Hale – S4 Year Head

Progression to S6 Steven Sorley DHT

6th Year – the differences Transitional year 3 Academic subjects 1 Elective Preparation for the wider world Further develop Independent learning Additional Responsibilities

Vocational Programme

S5 Option Forms returned by Monday 20th March Timeline for S5 Monday 6th March – S5 Reports issued Tuesday 7th March – Friday 17th March S5 Option Interviews S5 Option Forms returned by Monday 20th March

Opportunities in Sixth Year Posts of responsibility – Pupil Leadership Team House System – House Captains Committees Academic family Peer Mentoring/Buddy Community Involvement Young Enterprise Vocational Courses Work Experience

Scottish Baccalaureate

Scottish Baccalaureate in Science Open to S6 pupils who take: 2 AH Courses and a Higher from a range of Science & Technology courses Higher or Advanced Higher Maths required Interdisciplinary Project

Scottish Baccalaureate in Languages Open to S6 pupils who take: 2 AH Courses and a Higher from a range of French, Spanish, English courses Higher or Advanced H English is essential Interdisciplinary Project

Scottish Baccalaureate in Expressive Arts Open to S6 pupils who take: 2 AH Courses and a Higher from a range of Drama, Art & Design, Media, Music, Drama and English courses Higher or Advanced H English is essential Interdisciplinary Project

Scottish Baccalaureate: Interdisciplinary Project Carry out an extensive research project Breadth, depth, challenge, interdependence from the chosen combinations Apply knowledge in a relevant context Develop sought after skills: Research, interpersonal, problem solving, independent learning, planning,presentation, self evaluation (Bridge between school & Higher Education)

Mearns Castle High School For Further Info… Contact via School Mail or on 0141 577 2300

New Options Available Jillian Davis Vocational Programme

Developing the Young Workforce “Developing the Young Workforce is a seven year programme that aims to better prepare children and young people from 3-18 for the world of work” (Education Scotland) Entitlements for all learners: Opportunities for all pupils to develop skills for learning, skills for life and skills for work Opportunities for all pupils to move into positive and sustained destinations beyond school

What is changing? Consolidating partnership working between schools, SDS, colleges, employers and other training providers Increasing opportunities for young people to move from school into employment (increasing apprenticeships) Embedding meaningful employer engagement Developing learning about the world of work from 3-18 Providing earlier relevant, labour-market focused career advice (NPFS Guide to Career Education 3- 18 on the website)

“ERC Vocational Programme successfully bridges the gap between school and the workforce, preparing pupils for their next step.” “The variety of courses means all pupils have the opportunity to better prepare themselves for life after school”

Benefits of Vocational Courses Relevant for career / work New environment / opportunity to try college Treated as an adult (responsibility) Opportunity to gain qualifications and practical experience Qualifications – National 3/4/5, National Progression Awards, Higher, National Certificate & University Level 1 & 2.

Programme Details 2.5 days per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday afternoons, Thursday all day, 2 half days Tuesday/Thursday afternoons Friday morning Periods 1,2,3 Transport provided or travel expenses reimbursed

Programme Details Opportunity to gain qualifications and practical experience Most courses run from August to May Progress reports provided Attendance/attitude/performance monitored Courses do not run on school holidays or in-service days.

Benefits of Vocational Courses Relevant for career / work Practical New Environment / opportunity to try college Treated as an adult (responsibility) Qualifications – Access, National 4, National 5, National Progression Awards, Higher, National Certificate & University Level 1 & 2.

some places available to S4 Open to S5 and S6 pupils some places available to S4

Our Partners Glasgow Clyde College Glasgow Kelvin College West College Scotland Glasgow Caledonian University Encroute Catering Neilston Development Trust Riverside Studios U Concept

Access and Continued Learning Courses Available: Access and Continued Learning ESOL   Animal Care Aviation & Travel Airport Operations Up in the air and on the ground

Courses Available - Cont: Business & Finance Accounting Business Skills Financial Services Human Resources and Law

Courses Available - Cont: Care, Health, Life Sciences & Social Care Applied Anatomy Early Education and Childcare First Aid Forensic Science Health and Social Care Human Body Structure and Function Introduction to Nursing Pharmacy Services Playwork and Childcare Psychology Social Services and Healthcare (Adult Services) Social Services Children and Young people

Courses Available - Cont: Community and Flexible Learning Youth Work – SCQF Level 6   Construction & Engineering Building Services Engineering Civil Engineering Construction Crafts Construction Industry Crafts Construction Management Construction Skills Certificate Scheme (CSCS) Engineering Systems

Courses Available - Cont: Creative, Digital Industries & Music Computer Games Development ICT Hardware Systems Support ICT Software Photography Professional Theatre Preparation Sound Production Television Production Urban Music

Courses Available - Cont: Fashion & Design Fashion Brand Retailing   Hair & Beauty Barbering Hair, Beauty and Make-Up Hairdressing Fantasy Make Up Make-Up Artistry and Beauty Therapy

Courses Available - Cont: Horticulture, Hospitality & Landscaping Craft Bakery Grow Cook and Eat Introduction to Food Service Skills Professional Cookery Shoestring Cookery

Courses Available - Cont: Nautical Maritime Skills   Personal Development Comedy through Confidence Transitions Programme Retail Retailing Sports Sport and Recreation: Outdoor Sports

Courses Available - Cont: Unformed and Emergency Services   Vehicle Systems Automotive Skills Cycle Maintenance (Bicycle) Vehicle Maintenance

Applying for a course Register interest with Pupil Support PT Complete application form, (including parental consent) – see Pupil Support PT Interview School report

The Vocational Training Programme booklet can be downloaded from: http://www.eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk/article/1740/About-our-schools

Foundation Apprenticeships New Options Available Gail Paterson Foundation Apprenticeships

Senior Phase Pathways: Foundation Apprenticeships Gail Paterson

What are they? Same level as Highers – more points however 2 year programmes to gain an industry recognised qualification. Open to pupils starting S5. Currently 9 frameworks offered by Glasgow colleges. New frameworks being added. Combine school, college and work placement. Higher A 204 Higher B 180 FA = 330 – 410 Engineering = 410+

Options Available…

How do they work? Overall Yr. 1: S5 Programme becomes one of your Option choices Yr. 1: S5 You attend College 2 half days per week 4 days per week in school Yr. 2: S6 You attend school 3.5 or 4 days per week 1 day per week with an employer

Employer Engagement:

Progression opportunities… FAST TRACK MODERN APPRENTICESHIP COLLEGE HNC/HND EMPLOYMENT UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION APPRENTICESHIP

University Uptake:

Eligibility Criteria? Students are expected to have an interest in developing greater awareness of the industry with a potential desire to pursue as a career Students must be capable of working at Level 6 (Higher) over S5 and S6 Some Frameworks require these to include English and Maths Programme lasts 2 years. No Foundation Apprenticeship qualification or part qualification if participants leave early

Why should I apply? Industry is telling education that something needs to change Increasingly jobs require much more than academic qualifications At the end of S6 you will have gained invaluable industry experience You will have experienced College Life You will have gained competitive advantage for routes to employment and/or future learning You will have an industry designed, led and supported qualification – at Higher Level

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Senior Phase Pathways: Foundation Apprenticeships Gail Paterson

Supporting Pupils for Option Choices S4 to S5 Option time Supporting Pupils for Option Choices

UNIVERSITIES & COLLEGES PARENTS PUPIL SUPPORT TEACHERS CAREERS ADVISOR SUBJECT TEACHERS INFORMED CHOICES UNIVERSITIES & COLLEGES INTERNET PARENTS

Supporting Pupil’s Option Choices Parents’ Meeting & Tracking Report (Oct) S4 Work Experience Programme PSE Options Programme S4 Assembly Presentations (Vocational, FA, Options Process) Final Report (S4) (Friday 27th January) The Way Ahead Booklets (School Website – online only)

Supporting Pupils’ Option Choices When choosing options we offer support through… Careers Library Careers Fair Careers Talk Careers Interviews

Options Presentation Evening (available online after this evening) Pupil Support Teacher Interviews (31st January – 9th February) Completed Option Forms (by 16th Feb) Renegotiate choice if necessary (Aug)

S4 What’s Different? S5 h Routine crucial Pupils studied 8 subjects They will now drop 3 of those subjects and study 5 Pupils had 6 or 7 single periods a day They will now have 3 double periods in each subject Pupils will have studied subjects over 2 years They will now have only a year to study their subjects Students may have managed homework and study in a couple of hours a week Routine crucial They will now have to study more regularly to stay on top of courses When picking subjects in S2, Maths French & English were compulsory English is still compulsory, Maths & French are not. h

Option Structure Choose 5 subjects from the current 8 Move up to the next level where numbers allow National 5 Higher National 4 National 5 NB: Some subjects do not run at N5 level in S5

Sample S5 Time Table TT of S5 pupil who is studying Biology, History, Maths, English and Business Management. There are 6 double periods, 1 PSE and 2 separate core PE periods. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Monday Biology Bus Man PE Maths Tuesday English History PSE Wednesday Thursday Friday

LEV EL SUBJECT AH H N5 Other English – National 5 Maths – National 5 French – National 5 History – National 5 Biology – National 5 Business Management – National 5 Practical Craft Skills – National 5 Chemistry – National 5 Vocational Option Here _________________________________ Proposed career/area of interest If you have any special requests or concerns please note them overleaf. Student’s Signature Interviewing Teacher Parent’s Signature Date

Progression to Higher Chance of passing Higher Subject From N5 – A pass From N5 – C Pass

Progression to Higher Chance of passing Higher Subject English 95% 60% From N5 – A pass From N5 – C Pass English 95% 60%

Progression to Higher Chance of passing Higher Subject English 95% 60% From N5 – A pass From N5 – C Pass English 95% 60% Maths 82% 28%

Progression to Higher Chance of passing Higher Subject English 95% 60% From N5 – A pass From N5 – C Pass English 95% 60% Maths 82% 28% Biology 98% 35%

Progression to Higher Chance of passing Higher Subject English 95% 60% From N5 – A pass From N5 – C Pass English 95% 60% Maths 82% 28% Biology 98% 35% Chemistry 99% 33%

Progression to Higher Chance of passing Higher Subject English 95% 60% From N5 – A pass From N5 – C Pass English 95% 60% Maths 82% 28% Biology 98% 35% Chemistry 99% 33% Art 97% 47%

Progression to Higher Chance of passing Higher Subject English 95% 60% From N5 – A pass From N5 – C Pass English 95% 60% Maths 82% 28% Biology 98% 35% Chemistry 99% 33% Art 97% 47% Modern Studies 94% 58%

Progression to Higher Chance of passing Higher Subject English 95% 60% From N5 – A pass From N5 – C Pass English 95% 60% Maths 82% 28% Biology 98% 35% Chemistry 99% 33% Art 97% 47% Modern Studies 94% 58%

The message from this is … An ‘A’ pass at National 5 gives a very good chance of passing at Higher. However that does not necessarily mean an ‘A’ pass at Higher. A ‘C’ pass at National 5 gives a 50- 50 chance in some subjects but much less in others.

However… These are statistics Each pupil is an individual Statistics make general statements about general results Each pupil is an individual An individual can make their own statement

The overall message from this is … Be Informed Be Ambitious Be Committed

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