CURRIE COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Senior Phase Information Evening - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
CURRIE COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Senior Phase Information Evening December 2018 Welcome Doreen MacKinnon, Head Teacher Percy Farren, Senior Depute Head Teacher (S4, S5 and S6 Year Head) Lesley Muir, Depute Head Teacher (S4, S5 and S6
Senior Phase Information Evening December 2018
■ Doreen MacKinnon, Head Teacher ■ Percy Farren, Senior Depute Head Teacher (S4, S5 and S6 Year Head) ■ Lesley Muir, Depute Head Teacher (S4, S5 and S6 Year Head)
■ To understand the progression routes in the Senior Phase, the course choice process and the support available ■ To learn more abut the subjects and courses on offer in the Senior Phase
■ Head Teacher’s Welcome ■ Presentation from Professor Sean Smith, Professor of Construction Innovation & Director of ISC at Edinburgh Napier University ■ Presentation from Ms Muir on the course choice process ■ Faculty Presentations from: – Michael McGregor (Health and Wellbeing Faculty) – Claire Mulvey (Expressive Arts Faculty) – Irene Somerville (Science Faculty) ■ Break to explore the Information Stalls ■ Presentation from Ruth Addo, Careers Advisor, Skills Development Scotland ■ Presentation from Mr Farren on the support available during the process
■ Provide the highest quality educational experience for our students ■ Support and challenge all our students to achieve their full potential ■ Offer a wide range of curricular options – from National Progression Awards to Advanced Highers ■ Work in partnership to provide innovative and meaningful courses and programmes
■ The Senior Phase offers our students the opportunity to extend and deepen their learning as they begin to build their portfolio of qualifications. ■ These qualifications will be a combination of academic and vocational qualifications as well as a range of awards which recognise wider achievements. These may include the SQA Employability Award; SQA Leadership Award; Saltire Award for volunteering; and/or the Duke of Edinburgh Award. ■ The Senior Phase is also filled with opportunities for young people to extend their learning through experiences like the MVP programme and Cool, Calm and Connected.
■ Higher Education ■ Further Education ■ Christmas Leavers – applies to S4 and S5 only - (d.o.b. 1 October – 28 February) ■ Not ready to leave school ■ Parental advice
■ Students who are expecting a pass at National 3 should progress to National 4 or those expecting a pass at National 4 could progress to a range of related courses at National 4 or 5. ■ National 5 should lead to Higher ■ Higher can lead to Advanced Higher ■ Students moving into S5 are strongly encouraged to carry on with their 5 strongest subjects.
■ Study at Higher is challenging and we will be encouraging students – where possible – to continue their studies in the subjects they have performed well in at National 5. ■ Standard academic entry requirements for University courses are commonly based on Higher awards (most requiring 4 to 5 Highers in one sitting in S5), therefore it is important that aspiring University applicants leave CCHS with a portfolio of qualifications that include as many Higher passes as possible. ■ Therefore, where appropriate, will be encouraging young people to take five Highers in S5 and then pick up any additional Nat 5s they may need in S6. A break and coming back to a subject can really focus a student in their approach to their studies.
■ All S4 and S5 students will have a choice of 2 pathways to take them through the remainder of their school
Pathway to another at transition points (S4-S5; S5-S6).
■ The majority of pupils in S4 and S5 completed or are completing pathway 1 in S4. This is the traditional route for S4 pupils. Pathway 2 is the most common route for S5/6. ■ Students may choose to follow between 6 and 8 National Qualifications at Nat 3, 4 or 5 and will be timetabled 3 periods a week for each NQ. ■ Those choosing to follow 6 or 7 NQs will choose JET, Prince’s Trust Achieve Programme or Private Study and will be timetabled for each 3 periods a week. ■ Please not
: to ensure re success ss in Nationa nal 5 courses s in this s model, , students ents should d continue inue with h a subject ect whic ich h they have studie ied d up to CfE CfE Level 4. ■ All student nts s must study y English sh and Maths s in this is pathw hway. .
■ The vast majority of S5 and S6 students follow Pathway 2. ■ Students may choose to follow National Qualifications at Nat 4, Nat 5, Higher or Advanced Higher and will be timetabled 5 periods a week for each NQ. The following conditions apply in this pathway: – S4 students following this Pathway must study English and Maths. – S5 Students must choose 5 courses. – S6 Students should choose 4 Highers or 3 Advanced
required to take 5 courses.
■ The key message here is that students should ensure that they maximise their attainment ■ Students should continue with their strongest subjects to achieve this. ■ 6 National 5s and 2 National 4s should generally lead to 5 Highers, NOT National 5s Our evidence is that performance in S6 is better than in S5 for National 5s ■ Take advice and make an informed choice using:
■ For Pathway 2, we have constructed a course choice sheet which will allow students to maximise their portfolio of qualifications. ■ It will allow those who already know what they are keen to do to follow a timetable which is based around their passions and skills. For example, the Arts or Languages or Science or Technologies or Business. ■ It will also allow those who are confident across the board and want to keep their options open take a spread of courses. ■ Students will be supported through this by their Pupil Support Leaders. ■ The aim is to get our young people where they want to be with the best possible results they can!
LEVEL 2
Health & Food
Technology Physical Education LEVEL 3
Health & Food
Technology Physical Education LEVEL 4
Health & Food
Technology Physical Education
HFT
Develop knowledge and understanding of:
health, food and nutrition.
food.
technological skills to make food products
hygienic practices in practical food preparation.
Hospitality: Practical Cookery
and aims to provide the skills and techniques required for food production.
techniques in order to develop knowledge and understanding
processes.
ingredients.
LEVEL 2
Health & Food
Technology LEVEL 4
Health & Food
Technology
SCQF L4 (N4) HFT Hospitality SCQF L3 (N3) HFT Hospitality SCQF L4 (N4) HFT Hospitality SCQF L5 (N5) HFT Hospitality
LEVEL 3
Health & Food
Technology
SCQF L5 (N5) HFT Hospitality SCQF L6 (H) HFT Hospitality (L6 EC) By the end of S3 S4 Option S5 Option S6 Option SCQF L6 (H) HFT SCQF L5 (N5) HFT Hospitality
SCQF L7 (AH)
HFT Hospitality (L6 EC) Positive Destination
College M.A. Employment Volunteering Entrepreneurship
University College M.A. Employment Volunteering Entrepreneurship University College M.A. Employment Volunteering Entrepreneurship
LEVEL 2 Physical Education LEVEL 4 Physical Education SCQF L4 (N4) Physical Education SCQF L3 (N3) Physical Education SCQF L4 (N4) Physical Education SCQF L5 (N5) Physical Education LEVEL 3 Physical Education SCQF L5 (N5) Physical Education SCQF L6 (H) Physical Education NPA L6 By the end of S3 S4 Option S5 Option S6 Option SCQF L6 (H) Physical Education NPA L6 SCQF L5 (N5) Physical Education SCQF L7 (AH) Physical Education Positive Destination
College M.A. Employment Volunteering Entrepreneurship
University College M.A. Employment Volunteering Entrepreneurship University College M.A. Employment Volunteering Entrepreneurship
Edinburgh University
International Hospitality and Tourism Management
Education
Education Napier University
International Hospitality Management
Exercise Science
Coaching Heriot Watt University
Nutrition
Science Glasgow Caledonian University
Bioscience
Exercise Psychology Queen Margaret University
International Hospitality and Tourism Management
Rob Greenaway: Curriculum Leader of H&WB and PE Teacher Lesley Helm: HFT/Hospitality Teacher John Murray: HFT/Hospitality Teacher Amanda Stuart: HFT/Hospitality Teacher Blair Macdonald: PE Teacher (Probationer) Michael McGregor: PE Teacher David Wallace: PE Teacher Lindsay Campbell: Active Schools
LEVEL 2 ART & DESIGN DRAMA MUSIC LEVEL 3 ART & DESIGN DRAMA MUSIC LEVEL 4 ART & DESIGN DRAMA MUSIC
LEVEL 2 ART & DESIGN DRAMA MUSIC
LEVEL 4 ART & DESIGN DRAMA MUSIC SCQF L4 (N4) ART & DESIGN DRAMA MUSIC SCQF L3 (N3) ART & DESIGN DRAMA MUSIC SCQF L5 (units) CREATIVE INDUSTRIES SCQF L5 (N5) CREATIVE INDUSTRIES LEVEL 3 ART & DESIGN DRAMA MUSIC SCQF L5 (N5) ART & DESIGN DANCE DRAMA MUSIC
SCQF L6 (HIGHER) ART & DESIGN DANCE DRAMA MUSIC MUSIC TECH
By the end of S3 S4 Option S5 Option S6 Option
SCQF L6 (HIGHER) ART & DESIGN DANCE DRAMA MUSIC MUSIC TECH
SCQF L5 (N5) CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
SCQF L7 (ADV HIGHER) ART & DESIGN DRAMA MUSIC
Positive Destination
College M.A. Employment Volunteering Entrepreneurship
University College M.A. Employment Volunteering Entrepreneurship University College M.A. Employment Volunteering Entrepreneurship
Edinburgh College Creative Industries NC Art & Design Creative Media NC Music NC level 5 Theatre Design NC Dance NC level 6
National Trust Scotland North Edinburgh Arts Centre Grassroots media int. Libertus The BIG Project The Edinburgh Remakery
Diploma in Community Arts Management SCQF 6 Diploma in Cultural Venue Operations SCQF 6 Diploma in Live Events and Promotion SCQF 6 Diploma in Music Business SCQF 6
Diploma in Theatre Operations: Costume and Wardrobe SCQF 6
Diploma in Technical Theatre Operations SCQF 6
Edinburgh University
Design
Napier University
Writing
media
Heriot Watt University
Programming
Communication, marketing, retailing & technology
Glasgow Caledonian University
Queen Margaret University
Media
screen
Construction
Performing Arts and Media Careers www.myworldofwork.co.uk
Print and Publishing, Marketing and Advertising Careers www.myworldofwork.co.uk
EXPRESSIVE ARTS FACULTY
@curriechs_exart
Mrs C Mulvey Curriculum Leader: Expressive Arts (Drama & Dance teacher) Mrs H Deans P/T Teacher: Art & Design Ms P Richardson P/T Teacher: Art & Design Mrs K Steel P/T Teacher: Art & Design Miss S McGavin Probationer Teacher: Drama Mrs D Martin P/T Teacher: Music Mrs J Onions P/T Teacher: Music & Music Technology
Currie Scie ience Pro rogression Pathways
Skills for Work: Laboratory Science SCQF Level 5
The course is made up of four units:
The course develops the student’s confidence and competence at handling laboratory apparatus, chemicals, preparing solutions and working safely.
Skills for Work: Laboratory Science SCQF Level 5
Why study this course ?
Physics at National 4; though it is also suitable for those who have previously studied a science at National 5.
at further/higher education levels. (e.g NC in Applied Science)
e.g oil & gas, NHS, food & drink, police, research institutes, local authorities, education
■ English – Mrs Julie Morrison ■ Maths – Mrs Kirsti Dower ■ Social Subjects (History, Geography, Modern Studies, RMPS and Sociology) – Mr David Toal ■ Expressive Arts (Art & Design, Drama, Music and Creative Industries) – Mrs Claire Mulvey
■ Health & Wellbeing (PE, HFT and Hospitality) – Mr Michael McGregor ■ Modern Languages (French and German) – Mrs Catherine Mackenzie ■ Science – (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) – Ms Irene Somerville ■ Technologies (Business Management, Computing, Design and Manufacture, Graphics and Economics) – Mr John Schmidt ■ Skills Development Scotland – Ms Ruth Addo ■ University Entrance Information – Mr Rob Greenaway
Help your child plan their future - Information for parents & carers
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SDS is the national skills body supporting people and businesses to develop and apply their skills
e work in partnership to enable people to reach their potential
e support people to develop eff ffective career management skills
ffective career management skills will enable people to make informed career choices throughout their life.
What are your options when you leave school?
■ Higher Education – College/University ■ Further Education - College ■ Modern Apprenticeship ■ Employment ■ Training ■ Gap Year/Voluntary Work
■ Careers Interviews ■ Drop In Service ■ College or University Application forms ■ Job Application forms ■ Modern Apprenticeships ■ Interview Tips ■ CVs ■ Research Careers Information
Skills Development Scotland
Pupil Suppor
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Duncan McBride Kinleit ith: : Donna Jordan Lennox: x: Louise Patterson
t for Learning g Leader: Amanda Wilson
Un Univer ersal sal Suppor port t ■ Classroom teachers ■ Group Tutors ■ PSLs ■ Year Heads Targe rgeted ed Suppo pport ■ Support for Learning ■ Educational Psychologist ■ Additional Support for Learning Team ■ Other partners…
■ Range of support Partners ■ Skills Development Scotland
■ Handbooks will be available online ■ Read course content, assessments etc. ■ Discussion in PSE lessons ■ Individual interviews with pupils and PSLs ■ Time to discuss at home ■ Submission of form
■ PSE PROGRAMME ■ Careers related topics:
■ Interests, strengths and skills. ■ Consider what you enjoy and what you need. ■ Broad and balanced course choice. ■ Experience and progression. ■ Advice and recommendations from teachers, PSLs and careers advisor. ■ Career aspirations. ■ Choose your strongest subjects.
■ Edinburgh College (S5/6)
Psychology, Early Education & Child Care ■ JET Academy
week
Balerno High School Monday 28th January 6-8pm ■ Universities ■ Colleges ■ Training organisations ■ Edinburgh Guarantee ■ Skills Development Scotland
■ Higher Education ■ Further Education ■ Modern Apprenticeships ■ Other training ■ Employment
■ 14 December - S5/6 Full Reports issued ■ 18 January – S4 Full Reports issued ■ 28 January – Careers Convention at Balerno ■ 5 February - S5/6 Parents’ Consultation Evening ■ 20 February – S4 Parents’ Consultation Evening