Welcome to The Hollins Technology College Introduction to KS3

GCSE Results 2014 Excellent results this year! 62% of students gained 5+ A*-C grades including English and maths The best of all the schools in Hyndburn!

GCSE Results 2014 Excellent results this year! EnglishMaths A*-C grades72%76% Expected progress81%78% Better than expected progress44%37%

Introduction to KS3 CATs SATs TAs SIP DfE SENCO ATs SEF ITTEGAT PLTS SEAL KS3

Government Key Stages Key Stage 1 : Ages 5-7 Key Stage 2: Ages 7-11 Key Stage 3: Ages Key Stage 4: Ages Key Stage 5: Ages 16-18

Assessment Regular assessment Was levels at key stages 1-3, now removed GCSE grades at Key Stage 4 but

Assessment Information every term Progress: “Above expectations” “In line with expectations” “Below expectations”

Behaviour for Learning Homework Attendance Lates Behaviour points Merits Assessment

1)Key stage 2 results 2)CATs: a)Indicator of future success b)Next week Baseline Assessments

Teaching Groups 6 teaching groups based on ability KS2 information Set changes occur at various times Mixed ability groups in technology and PE

Curriculum Maths English Science Technology French Computing PE/games Art Performing arts (Mu/Dm) History Geography RE/PSHE/citizenship Learning to learn

How to help your child Take an active interest Talk to them!!! Look at exercise books Check homework diaries Supervise homework

Homework

Rewards and Sanctions Records of Achievement Attendance certificates Merits: SIMS and planner Departmental certificates Postcards and letters of praise ACIS certificate

Activities Clubs Sports Extra lessons Homework club Extended services Music and dance What’s On?

Attendance Mrs L. Heys

Communication

Year 7 Progress evening Parents’ evening Assessment information Homework diary Website Letter Telephone Come into school Communication

Strength of the Partnership…..

And finally… Get involved with school One parent governor vacancy

Extended Schools Co-ordinator Mr Ahmed