1. Post 16 Transition Day

2. Why Post-16?

3. Transition Day: purpose….
…….to help you answer these questions:
Will you enjoy the subject?
Does the way the course is assessed suit your skills? Can you get good grades?
How does the subject fit into your career plans?
Are the three subjects you are studying a good combination?

4. Checking your choices – are they right for your pathway?
Will the subjects I have chosen help me reach my goal?
Will they ensure I secure good grades?
Vocational/Academic ?

5. The Graduate Premium

6. The Russell Group London School of Economics University of Manchester
Newcastle University
University of Nottingham
University of Oxford
Queen Mary, University of London
Queen's University Belfast
University of Sheffield
University of Southampton
University College London
University of Warwick
University of York
University of Birmingham
University of Bristol
University of Cambridge
Cardiff University
Durham University
University of Edinburgh
University of Exeter
University of Glasgow
Imperial College of London
King’s College London
University of Leeds
University of Liverpool

7. Ambition Facilitating subjects Mathematics and Further Mathematics
English (Literature)
Physics
Biology
Chemistry
Geography
History
Languages (Classical and Modern)

8. Age 23: Russell Group Premium

9. Processing

10. Changes 2019/20

11. Y12 Student Voice Positives….. Supportive staff throughout the school
Good teaching
Lots of opportunities to broaden your CV and to add to your college statement
Support and guidance ‘All you have to do is ask.’

12. Y12 Student Voice Things to improve….. IT access AM form time
Non teaching periods on the timetable
Student organisation
Common room facilities

13. 2019 - 2020: Changes The library will become a post 16 study centre
Greater access to ICT facilities
An improved study and social area
Extended extra curricular opportunities
An expanded 6th Form support team
A one hour tutor period to map out careers and get support with applications to University
A range of trips on stream in 2019 – including Paris

14. Timetable

15. EPQ and Supported Study
Every student will do the Extended Project Qualification. In Room 005, Mr Harris will explore the details with you.
Every student will have a Supervised Study session introduced by Mr Burkinshaw. You will be able to begin work on your summer gap tasks.

16. Transition day expectations
ID Badge must be worn at all times
Sign in & out at Reception at break/lunch ONLY
Dress Code
Conduct around school
Students may use the 6th Form area (x3)

17. Transition day expectations
If you need to review a subject or have any questions– speak to Mrs Smith at the end of the day or during your SGL time
SGL – ID Photo…opportunity to complete summer work…update CV…research your A' Level choices

18. Why Post-16 education

19. Commitment 12 hours a week of timetabled lessons
3 hours a week of supported study
21 hours of study outside lessons
1 hour a week of EPQ contact time
1 hour a week of form time
2 hours a week of enrichment work in school

20. Behaviour and conduct Clear purpose – academic success Mutual respect
Parents will be updated
Work with us - sanctions will apply….

21. Summer tasks – your resources
Hand in will be expected in the first week back.

22. Results Day ..

23. Results Day Invitation Letter Your envelop of results
Bespoke service depending on your results

24. Enrolment in September
Enrolment will be w/c 2nd September
Subjects at Priesthorpe and/or Crawshaw
Lessons will commence 9th September
Summer tasks must be completed
Equipment should be purchased

25. Equipment An A4 ring binder to be used as the day to day folder
An A4 ring binder for each specific subject
File dividers for each folder
A pencil case which includes: pens, pencils, green pens, highlighters and scissors
A glue stick
A small hole punch
W/board marker and eraser
A bag big enough to carry A4 ring binders

26. Keep in touch…….

27. Success at Post 16

28. What is Supervised Study?
Three hours a week
Appears in your timetable
Silent study to make progress on homework, extra reading, revision or UCAS/Apprenticeship applications

29. Why does it work? Continue the good habits of Y11 revision
A bridge between independence and having lessons all the time
A window on how other people work
Gives you a start. An end to procrastination?
Creates a virtuous circle

30. Homework at Post 16 Guidance to staff
Students in Y12 and Y13 should receive an hour of homework per lesson.
This means that a double period should generate 2 hours of homework.

31. Your 40 hour week (8hrs/5 days)
An industry standard across Europe
Preparation for the adult world
A balance between work and leisure

32. Your 40 hour week (8hrs/5 days)
12 hours a week of timetabled lessons
24 hours of independent study
1 hour a week of EPQ contact time
1 hour a week of form time
1 hour a week of enrichment work in school

33. On the rise….

34. Expectations Make sure you are registered Be punctual to the library
Work in silence
Be polite to the member of staff on duty and considerate of other learners
Headphones permitted. Water permitted
No eating or drinking
Not a social area
Leave on time

35. Supervised Study This session: http://www.pudseygrangefield.co.uk/
Set up folders for your three subject tasks on google drive
Begin one of the tasks for your chosen subjects using the materials you have been provided from your lessons