1. Welcome to The Hollins Technology College Introduction to KS3

2. GCSE Results 2014 Excellent results this year! 62% of students gained 5+ A*-C grades including English and maths The best of all the schools in Hyndburn!

3. GCSE Results 2014 Excellent results this year! EnglishMaths A*-C grades72%76% Expected progress81%78% Better than expected progress44%37%

4. Introduction to KS3 CATs SATs TAs SIP DfE SENCO ATs SEF ITTEGAT PLTS SEAL KS3

5. Government Key Stages Key Stage 1 : Ages 5-7 Key Stage 2: Ages 7-11 Key Stage 3: Ages 11-14 Key Stage 4: Ages 14-16 Key Stage 5: Ages 16-18

6. Assessment Regular assessment Was levels at key stages 1-3, now removed GCSE grades at Key Stage 4 but...............

7. Assessment Information every term Progress: “Above expectations” “In line with expectations” “Below expectations”

8. Behaviour for Learning Homework Attendance Lates Behaviour points Merits Assessment

9. 1)Key stage 2 results 2)CATs: a)Indicator of future success b)Next week Baseline Assessments

10. Teaching Groups 6 teaching groups based on ability KS2 information Set changes occur at various times Mixed ability groups in technology and PE

11. Curriculum Maths English Science Technology French Computing PE/games Art Performing arts (Mu/Dm) History Geography RE/PSHE/citizenship Learning to learn

12. How to help your child Take an active interest Talk to them!!! Look at exercise books Check homework diaries Supervise homework

13. Homework

14. Rewards and Sanctions Records of Achievement Attendance certificates Merits: SIMS and planner Departmental certificates Postcards and letters of praise ACIS certificate

15. Activities Clubs Sports Extra lessons Homework club Extended services Music and dance What’s On?

16. Attendance Mrs L. Heys

17. Communication

18. Year 7 Progress evening Parents’ evening Assessment information Homework diary Website Email Letter Telephone Come into school Communication

19. Strength of the Partnership…..

20. And finally… Get involved with school One parent governor vacancy

21. Extended Schools Co-ordinator Mr Ahmed