1. The Crossley Heath School

2. Welcome Mrs Moffat Head Teacher Mr Donlan – Assistant Head Teacher Post 16 Y12 Achievement Leader – Ms Rudman

3. A level success! In 2016 students in Y13 achieved excellent results: 98.6% pass rate 10% A* 32% A*-A 61% of all grades were at A*/B

4. Students have been set challenging targets based on data that we have in school The targets are meant to be challenging and aspirational The targets are based on GCSE scores using ALPS As an outstanding school we firmly believe in high aspirations and a genuine challenge for our students Target week – w/c 10 th October 2016 Targets and Aspirations

5. Excellent attendance and punctuality All work set, to be completed to the best of your ability Respect others and your environment Engage actively with the wider life of the school Targets and Aspirations

6. Post 16 Targets What part does the student have to play? Respond positively and work hard to achieve the target Be aware of the fact that competition for places at university and for employment opportunities at 16 and 18 is extremely tough and students need to put themselves in the best possible position to attain the job/place offer that they are striving for What can parents do to help? Support and encourage them to aspire to the highest possible grades Be sure that your child knows what is required to achieve their learning targets. Talk to them!! If your son / daughter is unsure about any aspect of their A level course, encourage them to take personal responsibility and find out

7. Assessment Windows First progress update with assessment levels w/c 14 th November Second update with assessment levels w/c 6 th March Mock written exams in all subjects w/c 5th and 12 th June

8. Year 12 Curriculum Biology Chemistry Mathematics Further mathematics Physics French German History Fine art Music Photography Physical education English language English literature Geography Philosophy Psychology Religious studies Economics Computer science Food technology Product design, Resistant materials Product design, Graphic products

9. Changes to A levels There have been extensive changes to nature and weighting of qualifications End of modular approach – most exams now taken at the end of the A level course Only Maths, Further Maths and DT are modular Rigour across all subjects

10. Careers Education at CHS Careers Education Coordinator Ms Rudman Careers day in Summer Term Dedicated careers area in LRC Calderdale and Kirklees Careers Service Liz Hirst (Independent Careers Advisor) Work Experience week Students already visited Nottingham University Attend the North West UCAS Fair at Leeds Beckett University Additional advice guidance from tutors and subject tutors UCAS Coordinator Mr Coote

11. Supporting Your Child Tell us about any issues by contacting tutor or AL Avoid leave of absence during term time Check planner and be encouraging with homework Discuss targets and assessment grades with your child. If they are not on target, do they know how to rectify the situation? Encourage your son/daughter to take responsibility for their learning

12. Supporting the School Please ensure you let us know if your child is absent on a school day Please avoid using the school driveways and car parks for dropping off and picking up at the start and end of the school day (other than in exceptional circumstances) Please avoid parking in or near areas designated for school buses or in the area immediately behind the school Please let us know of any changes to medical conditions or medications that affect the student in school Please ensure that the school has up-to-date contact details in case we need to contact you quickly

13. Financial Support We at CHGS recognise that there are significant expenses associated with school life: Classroom equipment and ICT access Lunches Trips and Visits University application fees The government makes financial support available via the 16-19Bursary Fund Further financial support is available to students of Crossley Heath as required For information about financial support please contact Mrs. L. Sharples, PA to the Head teacher. All enquires will be treated in the strictest confidence lynne.sharples@crossleyheath.org.uk

14. Enrichment – Get Ahead Programme In school options – EPQ, Enterprise, Duke of Edinburgh, MOOCs, CSLA Out of school options – Volunteering at Alzheimer's Society, Local primary schools, Calderdale Royal, Square Chapel, Police Explorers scheme Additional Opportunities – School official positions, House Activities, First Aid, Fitness Suite, Yoga

15. Trips and Visits in Y12 Manchester Art Galleries Manchester university Biology trip Geography Trip to Arran Physics Masterclass lectures Flamingo Land Zoo Psychology Trip New York Psychology trip PE Revision day Oxbridge Regional Conference- Haydock Visit to Cambridge EPQ Independent Study Visit Senior Girls netball tour to Spain Manchester RS visit to Buddhist Centre MFL exchange to Germany In addition other trips may come up throughout the year. Plus an active charity calendar raising money for others. Music trip next Easter across all age groups DT Greenpower racing for students across various year groups Amnesty trip of some kind during the school year for student across year groups.

16. Social Events CHA- Activities throughout the year CHS Christmas Fayre – Saturday 19 th November House Drama Final Monday 5 th December CHS Quiz Night- Friday 10 th February – 7pm House Music Final – Wed 19 th July

17. Your Future Your Hands IN SELECTING AND JOINING CROSSLEY HEATH SCHOOL SIXTH FORM YOU HAVE CHOSEN TO: Maintain/develop an “I Can” mentality Develop the personal characteristics that will enable you to be successful in ALL aspects of your life Immerse yourself in the Crossley Heath School Community

18. Thank you for coming All information, including dates, will be on the school’s website: www.crossleyheath.calderdale.org.uk www.crossleyheath.calderdale.org.uk If you have any questions, please see us after the presentation