1. The John Bentley School An Academy Inspiring Excellence Looking Towards The Next 21 Months

2. Ruth Wood Director of Post 16 rwoo@johnbentley.wilts.sch.uk 01249 818100

3. How Do We Support You At The John Bentley School ?

4. A*-A Grades

5. Year 13 2014 % Grades A*-A % Grades A*-B % Grades A*-E A*-E 201227% (MT 3.48%) (Nat Av 26.6%) 43% (MT 43%) (Nat Av 52.4%) 99% (MT 100%) (Nat Av 97.8%) 2013 27 % (MT 8%) 53 % (MT 45%) 99.6% (MT 100%) 201431% (MT 5%) 48%(MT41%)100%(100%) The John Bentley School An Academy Inspiring Excellence

6. Year 13 Destinations University of Warwick University of South Wales University of Portsmouth University of York University of Bournemouth University of Plymouth University of Reading Imperial College of London Royal Holloway Goldsmith Kingston Farnham University Oxford Brookes Harper Adams University Greenwich University University of West England The John Bentley School An Academy Inspiring Excellence 52% University 2% Apprenticeships 16% Deferring/ GAP

7. OFSTED June 2013 The Sixth Form is good. Students receive very good advice and guidance and achieve well as a result of challenging teaching. Achievement in the Sixth Form is continuing to improve. Leaders have taken effective steps to ensure that students are given good advice and guidance on entry and the quality of teaching is checked carefully. Teaching in the Sixth Form is good; lessons are well planned and designed to challenge individual students at their appropriate level. The advice and guidance provided to students on entry to the Sixth Form means they have a realistic view of the demands of the courses they are choosing. Achievement continues to improve.

8. ALIS exit questionnaire May 14: How do you now feel about having chosen to do the courses at John Bentley Sixth Form? I feel good as I already knew the teachers and felt comfortable enough to approach them for help and guidance on my work. I knew I wanted to stay at JBS for Sixth Form from the start of Year 10 because I knew all the staff, surroundings and I enjoyed my time here. I really liked the atmosphere created, it made Sixth Form an enjoyable experience. I looked around before I chose JBS, and I am really comfortable and happy studying here. I think that JBS is a great Sixth Form and I am pleased I chose here. I think choosing to study the courses here was the right choice.

9. Important Dates: 30-Sep PSHE House Day 10-Oct BBC Any Questions Main Hall 23-Oct Half Term 17-Nov Drive Safe, Stay Alive 27-Nov Subject Consultation Evening Yrs12,13 22-Dec Xmas Hols 05-Jan Start of Term 3

10. The Difference Between A’ Level and GCSE..... Much more enjoyable – choice of study But Much, much harder. Students will need to work SO much harder than last year.

11. Students should aim to match the time inside the classroom with private study time. They should be spending 4.5 hours per week per A’ Level subject (18 hours per week). They should be spending at least two hours a week on other CV enhancing activities.

12. Charity fund-raising events Non-uniform fancy dress Breaking a Guinness World Record!

13. Fantastic Bespoke Facilities Leadership Skills Cultural and Educational Trips Work Experience Reading Buddies/Mentoring The Prom!

14. University Applications: We assume that many students will want to apply to Higher Education This will come round faster than you think! Check the Newsletter for tips and sources of information. PSHE days cater for the students Post 18 Options – you must attend.

15. Tutors : Constant source of information and advice Been through the process several times before – they are the experts! Listen and act on advice

16. Research: Entry requirements Heap degree Course offers rank order by point score 420pts (3 A*s) down to 120 pts (3 Es) The Times Good University guide The Push guide to which university Guardian unlimited – good university guide

17. Many now on weekends Should go to as many as possible 5 days authorised absences to cover this Last two weeks in June are the best

18. We are here to offer our support: Stress – the jump from level 2 to level 3 We pride ourselves in the excellent pastoral care but students will not always come to us Please feel free to contact the Sixth Form team

19. We want the students to enjoy Sixth Form But it is Hard Work

20. Any Questions?