2. St Simon Stock Catholic School 6th Form Open Evening Welcome

3. Introduction Make a choice that is right for YOU
Consider what your aspirations are for the future
Don’t think that different is better
Don’t reject a new setting because you haven’t been there before
Where is the best ‘fit’ for you?

4. Why choose us? Ethos you recognise and expect – Working with Love
Individuals who are driven, independent and questioning with a destination in mind.
Curriculum - academic focus with opportunities to develop so called ‘soft skills’.
Experienced and expert staff
High ambitions for ALL students
High expectations of ALL students
Pastoral and support from 6th Form Team

5. Peter, Year 13 – Deputy Head Boy
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Peter, Year 13 – Deputy Head Boy
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6. Getting the right students on the right course = successful and happy students
Consider options – 2 distinct pathways available.
Advice and guidance for all years
General entry criteria with additional subject requirements. We will not set students up to fail.
Intervention programmes including A Level Mindset mentoring and small group sessions.
Adjustment period in September
Taster sessions available
You need to ‘immerse’ yourself in the subjects you choose.

7. Pathways at 6th Form Classic Pathway A levels Btec subject Btec
IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career Pathway)
Btec subject
Two (in some cases three) IB diploma subjects at SL or HL.
Core programme
University/work/apprenticeship
More structure
Flexibility (standard and higher level available)
Classic Pathway
A levels
Btec
Equal value
University/ work/apprenticeships
Independent study
Depth of subject knowledge

8. Paige, Year 13 – Deputy Head Girl
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Paige, Year 13 – Deputy Head Girl

9. Entry considerations…
Entry to St Simon Stock 6th Form is 5 GCSE (or equivalent) grades Most subjects have subject specific criteria.
A-levels are all linear. This means that all exams are taken at the end of Year 13. Coursework for the majority of linear A-levels has been removed.
BTECs include both an examined element and (normally) a controlled assessment that is marked externally.
IB Diploma subjects all have a mix of coursework and exams. The exams for IB Diplomas are all in Year 13 and the results come out earlier than for A-levels; typically we will know the results for IBCP students by the end of June/early July.
If a student has not achieved Level 4-9 in English (either Language or Literature) and/or Mathematics, they must study these courses post-16 – a decision made by the government in the wake of the Raising Participation Age to 18. These will be a priority on timetables.
Choose a pathway that suits YOU. Think about the way you study, the subjects you like and the pathway that is likely to result in the best possible options for your future.

10. Lukasz 3 x A* Aiden A* A* A* A Dani A* A B Debo – Distinction & Merit
This week in Year 13 we have students sitting BMAT tests for Medicine, have had confirmation of Oxford University interviews, Law application tests, unconditional offers from Birmingham and a former student on work experience as an English Teacher.
Grace A A A
Katy A* B B
Filip A A B
Ben A A A
George B A A
At A Level our ALPS grade has ranked us in the top 10% nationally for progress for two out of the last three years.
Lukasz 3 x A*
Debo – Distinction & Merit
Frazer – Merit & Merit
James – Distinction & Distinction
Tyler – Merit & Merit
Imogen A* A B
Amber A B Merit
Heleana B B B D
Jack B C

11. Martin, Year 13 – Head Boy St Simon Stock Catholic School @ssscskent

12. All students…
Enrichment programme including general RE, PE options and PDW programme. All students will also receive specialist help and support completing UCAS and other applications.
Learning beyond the classroom
We want our students to leave with a plan….

13. Harriet, Year 13 – Head Girl
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Harriet, Year 13 – Head Girl

14. 19:30 – 19:45 Subject Talk 4 / Advice in Restaurant
This evening each subject will host a 15 minute session which will be repeated 4 times. Simply select the courses you are interested in (maximum 4 courses) and decide the timeslot for each. The school tannoy will announce the end of each session and will allow a 5 minute interval for travelling to your next session. If you are unfamiliar with the layout of the school please let the teacher know so that we can assign a chaperone to escort you to your next talk.
18:00 – 18:25 Welcome Speech
18:30 – 18:45 Subject Talk 1
18:50 – 19:05 Subject Talk 2
19:10 – 19:25 Subject Talk 3
19:30 – 19:45 Subject Talk 4 / Advice in Restaurant
18:30 – 20:00 - The Sixth Form Team and Mr May will be available in the Restaurant and will be happy to answer any questions. There will be tea and coffee available.
Throughout the evening IBCP staff will be in the prefect room for advice.
Course
Room
Applied Science BTEC
B16
Art BTEC B9
Art & Design
Biology
B14
Business Studies S4
Chemistry B2
Computer Science D5
Creative Digital Media BTEC D3
Economics S3
English Literature
A10
English Literature & Language
A12
Film Studies A4
French A5
Geography
Room 4
History
Room 6
IT BTEC
Maths and Further Maths C3
Philosophy
Room 9
Photography
B12
Physics B3
Psychology S2
Sociology S1
Sports BTEC D1

15. Post 16 Pathways and Choices…
University advice and process
Early advice on options and applications
Information for Students/Parents
Updates on visits and dates
Unifrog –online search tool
Programme for Oxbridge candidates
Advice on MOOCS, EPQ’s and Work Experience
Personal statements and references
Apprenticeships have changed
Variety of levels & Earn while you learn
Advice on application and availability
Dedicated careers (Mr May) and futures advisor
Focus on ‘options’ to get the right students on the right path

16. Thank you
Mrs Broadhurst – Director of 6th Form
Mrs Periera – 6th Form Administrator
Mr May – Careers and Futures Advisor.