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5 GCSEs 3-4 A Levels or 1 Diploma 1 Degree

Options Philosophy We believe that students should have some choice in what they study at Key Stage 4. However, students must make informed choices based on their ability level, their potential future educational routes and what is right for them. In order to help students, we have supplied Three Pathways explained in more detail later. We advise students to take the Pathway recommended for them. Speak with your childs tutor or Head of Key Stage for more details.

KS4 Curriculum 2014 Core compulsory subjects SubjectQualification Teaching sessions per week English Literature English Language 1 GCSE Maths Statistics 1 GCSE 5 in Year 10 and 6 in Year 11 ScienceExtended (Triple) GCSE or Double GCSE or BTEC 7 in Year 10 And 6 in Year 11 PE2 PSHE1

KS4 Curriculum 2014 Specialist Option Areas Column AColumn BColumn C French GCSEGerman GCSEFrench GCSE History GCSEGeography GCSEHistory GCSE Computer Science GCSESpanish GCSEComputer Science GCSE Music GCSEPhilosophy and Ethics GCSEDance GCSE Sociology GCSEDrama GCSE Media Studies GCSEDance GCSEMedia Studies GCSE Food and Nutrition GCSETextiles GCSEFood and Nutrition GCSE Product Design GCSEEngineering GCSE Graphics GCSEProduct Design GCSEGraphics GCSE Art GCSEDigital Photography GCSEArt GCSE Child Development GCSE ICT BTECBusiness Studies BTECLeisure and Tourism GCSE Performing Arts BTECMusic BTECSports BTEC

Options Process Thursday 16th January 2014 Options Evening and Careers Fair January and February Pathway Options are discussed with your tutor and Heads of Key Stage. Choices are made. Friday 14th February 2014 Options form returned March / April 2014Options analysed and students allocated June 2014 Student courses finalised and groupings confirmed by letter Friday 3rd October 2014 Final date for course changes

This pathway would suit you if you are hoping to go on to 6th Form and University. A Level courses typically require at least 5 GCSEs at A*- C, four of which must come from GCSEs. It will mean that in addition to all your GCSEs you could gain the English Baccalaureate (EBacc). Thats a recognition that you have passed GCSEs in English, Maths, Science or Computer Science, History or Geography and French or German or Spanish at grade C and above. If you are currently in top sets in French and achieving levels 6 or higher in the core subjects then this is a good path for you. Subjects Studied English Literature English Language Maths Statistics Extended (Triple) Science PE and PSHE French or German History or Geography 1 GCSE (possibly computing) or 1 BTEC Option Twilight Drama GCSE (optional) TOTAL OF UP TO 11 GCSEs Pathway 1 EBacc

This pathway would also suit you if you are hoping to go on to 6th Form and University. A Level courses typically require at least 5 GCSEs at A*- C, four of which must come from GCSEs. This pathway is a general and flexible route through KS4. You would not get an EBacc recognition but you could still study History, Geography, Computer Science, French, German or Spanish. If you are currently achieving levels 5, 6 or higher in the core subjects then this is a good path for you. Subjects Studied English Literature English Language Maths Statistics Triple or Double Science PE and PSHE Choice of 3 GCSE subjects Or Choice of 2 GCSE subjects and 1 BTEC Twilight Drama GCSE (optional) TOTAL OF UP TO 11 GCSEs Pathway 2 Mixed GCSE

This pathway would suit you if you are considering going to further education or training. A Level courses typically require at least 5 GCSEs at A*- C, four of which must come from GCSEs. However, Post 16 BTEC Diplomas at Stantonbury require 4 A*-C grades which can also come from BTECs. This pathway is a general and flexible route through KS4. If you are currently achieving levels 3 to 5 in the core subjects then this is a good path for you. Subjects Studied English Literature English Language Maths Statistics Double or BTEC Science PE and PSHE Choice of 3 GCSE subjects Or Choice of 2 GCSE subjects and 1 BTEC TOTAL OF UP TO 8 or 9 GCSEs/BTEC equivalents Pathway 3 Wider Achievement

This pathway is not an optional route. Teachers will select this for students following negotiation with parents. It is particularly designed for those students who need to develop skills for life and work. Subjects taught are highly practical and can lead towards vocational qualifications. Subjects Studied English Literature English Language Maths Statistics Double or BTEC Science PE and PSHE Six sessions per week studying Personalised Learning Plus One Choice of a GCSE or BTEC from Column C TOTAL OF UP TO 8 GCSEs/BTEC equivalents Personalised Learning

Making Informed Choices Make sure you understand what each subject involves. New subjects may look very attractive at first glance. You may think you know what an old subject involves. Read the booklet. Make sure you understand what each subject involves. New subjects may look very attractive at first glance. You may think you know what an old subject involves. Read the booklet. Be clear from the start that there will be some restrictions particularly in group sizes therefore you are asked to make a preference, but first choice cannot always be guaranteed. Be clear from the start that there will be some restrictions particularly in group sizes therefore you are asked to make a preference, but first choice cannot always be guaranteed.

Dont make choices based on the fact that you like your current teacher. We will not be able to tell you who will be teaching you next year. Dont make choices based on the fact that you like your current teacher. We will not be able to tell you who will be teaching you next year. Dont assume some courses will be easier than others- all require hard work and homework. Dont assume some courses will be easier than others- all require hard work and homework. Consider what might be your future career but remember most people change their minds. It is best to aim as high as possible. Dont close doors for yourself. Consider what might be your future career but remember most people change their minds. It is best to aim as high as possible. Dont close doors for yourself. Making Informed Choices

Do not make decisions on prejudice. Some people think only boys or girls should study certain subjects. This just isnt true. Do not make decisions on prejudice. Some people think only boys or girls should study certain subjects. This just isnt true. Do not choose subjects because your friends are choosing them. Do not choose subjects because your friends are choosing them. Be aware of what the subjects you choose lead to after you finish them in Yr 11, in terms of a sixth form course, study at college or work. Be aware of what the subjects you choose lead to after you finish them in Yr 11, in terms of a sixth form course, study at college or work.

You CANNOT study French A Level without a GCSE in French. This is similar for other Languages, Computing and Music. You may want to do the EBacc. So you would need to choose: History or Geography History or Geographyand French or German French or German Making Informed Choices

You CAN study Business A Level without doing BTEC Business in Year 10 and 11. You CAN study Post 16 Engineering or Sociology without doing GCSE Engineering or Sociology. You CAN become a mechanic without studying Engineering.

Column A (3 sessions) Column B (3 sessions) Column C (3 sessions) First Choice Reasons for First Choice Second Choice Third Choice Subject Options Choice Form PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN TO YOUR TUTOR BY FRIDAY 14TH FEBRUARY 2014 STUDENT: ____________________________________TUTOR GROUP: ______________TUTOR: __________________________________ All students will be expected to take the core subjects of English, English Literature, Maths, Statistics, Science, PE and PSHE. Tick one of the following: Pathway 1 Pathway 2 Pathway 3 OPTIONS SUBJECT CHOICE Tick the following box if you would also like to study GCSE Drama Twilight ( p.m. every Wednesday in term time): SIGNED: STUDENT: _______________________________________ PARENT: ________________________________

THURSDAY 16th JANUARY pm till 8.30pm YOU ARE INVITED TO THE ANNUAL CAREERS FAIR AT STANTONBURY LEISURE CENTRE

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