1. SIXTH FORM OPPORTUNITIES AT WOODFORD
Mon 14 Nov
SIXTH FORM OPPORTUNITIES AT WOODFORD
WELCOME!

2. Impressive range of courses
98% 5 x
A* - C (inc.)
Av score per entry = 53
2 Oxbridge, 22 medicine
5 dentistry etc. etc.
Pleasing Results!
GCSE
Higher Education
79% A* / A
Results
2016
Impressive range of courses
97% Pass rate
70% A* - B
AS Results
A2 Results
98% Pass rate
65% A - B

3. COMMITMENT!!!
CHOICE
6TH
FORM
DEPTH
SPECIALISATION

4. 1 WHY CARRY ON POST-16? AND OR 2 FOR THEIR OWN SAKE KNOWLEDGE
UNDERSTANDING
EXTEND 1
WHY
CARRY ON
POST-16?
AND OR 2
QUALIFY
GENERALLY
SPECIFICALLY
SUBSEQUENT CAREER

5. YOUR SCHOOL SUPPORT & GUIDANCE OUTSTANDING RESULTS ENRICHMENT
WHY WOODFORD?
OUTSTANDING RESULTS
ENRICHMENT

6. * * Availability subject to viable uptake
Art
History
Biology
Latin
Chemistry
Mathematics
Classical Civilisation
Further Maths
Computing
Music
Economics
Physics
English Lit
Psychology
French
Religious Studies
Geography *
Govt & Politics *
Availability subject to viable uptake
Combinations may be subject to timetabling constraints

7. IMPORTANT DATES Thursday 20th October
Survey of preliminary option choices
Information used to design the Option Blocks
Monday 14th November
Sixth Form Information Meeting for parents and students
Information on courses and entry requirements is available on the website
Thursday 24th November
Year 11 Parents’ Evening

8. Deadline for completion of Option Forms
IMPORTANT DATES
Friday 25th November
Online Options go live
Friday 2nd December
Deadline for completion of Option Forms
Friday 16th December
Autumn term reports issued

9. IMPORTANT DATES January 2017 Mock Examinations
Friday 10th February 2017
Spring term reports issued, including
mock grades
February 28th & March 1st 2017
Year 11 Review Days
Monday 15th May 2017
Study Leave begins

10. Familiar subjects at A Level
Art
Biology
Chemistry
Classical Civilisation
Computer Science
English Literature
French
Geography
History
Latin
Maths
Further Maths
Music
Physics
Religious Studies

11. ‘New’ Subjects for A Level
Economics
Government & Politics
Psychology
The Extended Project Qualification

12. Two Pathways Pathway 1 Pathway 2 Four A Levels + Three A Levels +
Enrichment Programme
Either the Extended Project or AS Mathematics +
A Level Mathematics to be sat in Year 12 for those studying Further Mathematics
Extended Project & AS Mathematics to be completed in Year 12
All other examinations to be sat in Year 13
All full A Level examinations to be sat in Year 13

13. Pathway 1 or 2? Pathway 1 Pathway 2
Further Maths students must take four A Levels.
Universities make offers on three A Levels. It is the standard A Level diet.
If academically strong and well-organised gives added breadth.
Manageable workload
Some courses at some universities have a high points score entry tariff
Better to achieve well on 3 rather than less well on four – A*AA would get you into Oxford, A*ABB would not.
Allows time for the Extended Project or AS Maths, significant enhancements to academic profile.
Only recommended for those likely to achieve at least 9A*/A grades at GCSE, at least five of which A*
We would expect most girls to follow this Pathway, including many with a high proportion of A*/A grades.

14. Timeline Pathway 1 September 2017 Start courses
Summer External examinations A Level Mathematics for those studying Further Mathematics
Internal examinations in all other subjects.
Summer Final examinations in all subjects
Pathway 2
September Start courses
Summer Submit Extended Project Qualification
External examinations for those studying AS Mathematics
Internal exams in all other subjects
Summer Final exams in all full A Level subjects

15. Three A Levels with the Extended Project or AS Mathematics?
Highly regarded by universities.
Good for keeping some Mathematics ticking over.
Opportunity to develop research and independent learning skills.
Allows greater flexibility of full A Level choices.
Can be on a subject of real interest.
Helps with subjects that require statistical analysis, such as Geography or Psychology.
Can be linked to a university course or career.
Will enhance a university application.
Finished by summer 2018 to allow for focus on remaining 3 A Levels.
Worth up to 70 UCAS points.
Worth up to 50 UCAS points.

16. The Extended Project
"We welcome the introduction of the Extended Project and would encourage you to undertake one as it will help you develop independent study and research skills and ease the transition from school/college to higher education.“ (Cambridge)
“UCL welcomes the introduction of the Extended Project into the curriculum, recognising that it will develop many of the skills necessary for successful study at university.”

17. Making The Choice Choose 3 subjects from the four blocks.
Indicate whether you wish to study a fourth A Level by selecting from a drop-down menu.
If you do not wish to study a fourth A Level choose either AS Mathematics or the EPQ

18. OPTION BLOCKS FOR YEAR 12 2017-2018
Each student will be allocated a subject in 3 of the 4 option lines/blocks. In the 4th block, the student will have study time, unless they are studying four A Levels.
BLOCK A
BLOCK B
BLOCK C
BLOCK D
Biology
Art
Chemistry
Latin
Classics
Economics
Mathematics
Computer Science
English
Music
Further Maths
Psychology
French
History
Physics
Geography
Politics
Religious Studies

19. WCHS Sixth Form Entry Criteria: Minimum entry requirements
All applicants need a minimum average capped GCSE point score* of 6.
Points 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Full GCSE (A*-G)
N/A A* A B C D E F G U
Full GCSE (9-1)
6/5
Calculating Av. GCSE point score:
*average ‘capped’ GCSE point score is the average of the best 8 GCSEs.

20. WCHS Sixth Form Entry Criteria Minimum entry requirements
GCSE grade 6 or above in English Language (or English Literature) and Mathematics. GCSE grade 6 or above in the subject (or related subject) they wish to study, with exceptions in Mathematics and the Sciences: A level Mathematics applicants need to have GCSE grade 7 or above in Mathematics. A Level Further Mathematics applicants need to have GCSE grade 8 or 9 in Mathematics Applicants wishing to study A levels in either Biology, Chemistry or Physics must have studied Triple Science for GCSE and achieved GCSE grades AAB or above.

21. Summary
The online application module will be available from the School’s Website from 9am on Friday 26th November 2016
Only Online applications will be accepted
Make sure that you have all the required information to hand before you sit down to complete the form as you will not be able to save and come back to it later.
Once you have submitted your application you will not be able to change it

22. Summary You must only apply once.
Make sure that you have printed off a copy of your completed application form (or made a note of the unique reference number) and that you have received your confirmation . This is so that you can verify that your application has been submitted successfully.
All online applications must be received by 4pm on Friday 2nd December 2016.
Those applying to study the EPQ will be sent a supplementary project proposal form.

23. Monitoring Attendance
We take attendance very seriously
Excellent attendance is essential for exit privileges to be granted

24. Monitoring Progress Y12 settling in report – October
Y12/13 Progress reports – Autumn/Spring
Y12/13 Parents Evenings – December
Year 12 summer exams – June
Year 13 Mock exams - January

25. A formal dress code (black and white) must be worn for some events
Wear what is acceptable for a learning environment - no shorts, mini skirts or vest tops
A formal dress code (black and white) must be worn for some events

26. Role of the tutor Fortnightly tutorials: 1 – 1
To listen, support, advise, set targets, provide references

27. Voluntary Service This forms part of our enrichment programme
It is a very positive experience for our students

28. Fairlop Primary School
Students demonstrated a very mature & professional attitude
Harts Nursing Home
Exceeded all expectations. Her co-operation and general nature made her a valuable asset
Joseph Clark School
Always polite and friendly. A great support and a pleasure having her
Woodland Junior School
Excellent student, wonderful attitude & very sensible

29. Enrichment opportunities
Clubs, societies, peer support, form prefects, dance, cooking, fitness/sport, art, knitting, mentoring, computing, …

30. Higher Education Programme
Preparation for university applications
Started earlier than most sixth forms (January Year 12)
Lots of opportunities to attend Open days, master classes, taster courses, lectures, summer schools, Villiers Park
Support from personal tutor
Strong links with universities
Excellent progression rates to HE