Year 9 Options Information

Year 9 Options 2024 - 2026

CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION Introduction

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Key Dates / Key Stage 4 Qualifications

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Subject Choices

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Subject Choices and Further Study

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CORE SUBJECTS GCSE English Language

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GCSE English Literature

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GCSE Mathematics

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GCSE Combined Science and GCSE Triple Science

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Physical Education

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Society, Religion & Wellbeing

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EBACC SUBJECTS GCSE French

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GCSE Spanish

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GCSE Geography

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GCSE History

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OPTION SUBJECTS GCSE Art and Design (Art, Craft & Design specialism)

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GCSE Art and Design (Photography specialism)

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GCSE Business Studies

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Cambridge National Certificate in Enterprise and Marketing

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GCSE Computer Science

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GCSE Dance

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GCSE Design and Technology (Product Design / Textiles Technology specialism)

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GCSE Drama

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GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition

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Cambridge National Certificate in Health and Social Care

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GCSE Music

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GCSE Physical Education

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Cambridge National Certificate in Sport Science

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GCSE Sociology

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Information about Options and Career Advice

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Glossary of Terms

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Notes Page

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INTRODUCTION

Dear Parent / Carer, Choosing options marks a milestone in your child’s educational journey; it is the point at which individual students have greater freedoms and responsibilities to shape their curriculum. We realise that making these choices can seem a little daunting for some students. Therefore, we have designed the process to support the students in their choices and to ensure that each of them will benefit from a balanced curriculum.

The process itself means that the outcome for all students will be a broad and balanced curriculum.

Ultimately, students’ decisions about their options should play to their strengths and interests. Some additional consideration should also be given to likely career choices and the subjects students may select at A Level. These can feel like a long way into the future; however, they may influence option choices.

Extra consideration may be given as to whether or not you believe your child should follow the government’s EBacc pathway. In order to do so, a student must study the core subjects of English, Maths and Science, alongside a language and a humanities subject. The government has put great emphasis on this particular pathway, which is argued by some to provide a more academically balanced curriculum.

We also include in our range of subjects a number of Cambridge Nationals, these qualifications are GCSE equivalents, but differ in the way they are assessed. Generally, they have a mix of both exams and coursework-based assessments. This may be a more suitable selection for students who find traditional examinations more challenging.

On the facing page, you will find information regarding the timeline, which builds towards the completion of the process in March.

We hope that you will find the information in this booklet, along with the presentation video, provides you and your child with all that you need to make their choices. Students will be receiving additional information, support and guidance through their lessons in the coming days. Be assured that Warlingham staff will continue to challenge and support your child, whichever subject choices they make, helping them to GCSE success and beyond.

Yours sincerely,

Mr P Seward Deputy Headteacher

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KEY DATES January 2024 Year 9 Options Information available on website

January 2024 Start of Options information in lessons and assemblies

Thursday 18th January 2024 Year 9 Parents Evening - An opportunity to discuss students’ current progress

Thursday 22nd January 2024 Year 9 Options Evening Subject Fair

Monday 18th March 2024 Students to complete and return Options Forms

Summer Term Final Options allocations will be communicated to all students

KEY STAGE 4 QUALIFICATIONS Key Stage 4 is the name given to the period of education during Years 10 and 11. For most students, this will cover the 14 to 16 age range. A range of qualifications is available, to ensure students achieve the best possible grades for their individual levels of ability.

General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) - Key Stage 4 of the National Curriculum is usually assessed in terms of GCSEs. GCSEs are linear, which means students are assessed via terminal exams at the end of the course. The majority of courses offered will be of this format, however, some courses will also have a controlled assessment element.

Level 2 Vocational Qualifications - The Level 2 qualifications (equivalent to GCSE) offer ongoing assessment of academic achievement. These courses are examined through assignments at regular intervals with a small examination at the end of the course. They are more vocational in nature.

We may also offer Level 1 National Vocational Qualifications aimed at a small number of students if it is deemed appropriate.

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SUBJECT CHOICES There are many subjects on offer at Warlingham School & Sixth Form College, depending on the student’s aptitude in various subject areas and the learning preferences of students. The format and type of assessment and qualification to be awarded can vary. These could be the more academic style of the GCSE or the more vocational style of the BTEC, VCert and Cambridge Nationals courses.

Vocational courses tend to be more ‘hands-on’ and coursework-based rather than heavily reliant on exams.

All students will take courses in a number of ‘core’ areas: • English • Mathematics

• Science • Society, Religion and Wellbeing • Physical Education (non-examined)

In addition to the core areas, we also ask that students select at least one of the following: • Geography •

History

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French

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Spanish

Finally, students can select two of the following subjects: • Art and Design (GCSE) (Art, Craft & Design specialism) • Art and Design (GCSE) (Photography specialism) • Business Studies (GCSE) or Enterprise and Marketing (Cambridge National) • Computer Science (GCSE) • Dance (GCSE) • Design Technology (GCSE) - choice of two specialisms: • with Product Design • with Textiles Technology • Drama (GCSE) • Food Preparation and Nutrition (GCSE)

• Health and Social Care (Cambridge National Certificate) • Music (GCSE) • Physical Education (GCSE or Cambridge National Certificate) • Sociology (GCSE) • In addition, Geography, History, Spanish and French can also be picked if not already selected.

Warlingham School & Sixth Form College reserves the right to change exam board and/or withdraw qualifications if there are substantive changes by the examining board or in cases where OFQUAL does not approve the qualification in question.

Please also note that if the number of students who want to take a particular course are too low for that course to be economically viable, the School may have to withdraw the course. As a result, it is crucial that one reserve choice is made.

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SUBJECT CHOICES CORE SUBJECTS All students study these subjects

GCSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE GCSE ENGLISH LITERATURE GCSE MATHEMATICS Foundation or Higher Level (According to ability) GCSE SCIENCE Combined Science or Separate Sciences (According to ability) SOCIETY, RELIGION & WELLBEING Students study PSHE and will take GCSE Religious Studies.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION Core Physical Education is not examined.

EBACC SUBJECTS All students must pick at least one of these subjects. Students may take more than one by using one or more of their ‘free’ options.

GCSE FRENCH

GCSE SPANISH

GCSE GEOGRAPHY

GCSE HISTORY FREE OPTIONS

Students can select two of the following subjects—subject to course suitability.

GCSE ART AND DESIGN

GCSE DRAMA

Art, Craft & Design specialism

GCSE FOOD PREPARATION & NUTRITION GCSE ART AND DESIGN Photography specialism

CAMBRIDGE NATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

GCSE BUSINESS STUDIES OR CAMBRIDGE NATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN ENTERPRISE & MARKETING

GCSE MUSIC

GCSE COMPUTER SCIENCE GCSE DANCE

GCSE PHYSICAL EDUCATION OR CAMBRIDGE NATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN SPORT SCIENCE

GCSE SOCIOLOGY

GCSE DESIGN TECHNOLOGY Product Design OR Textiles Technology specialism

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SUBJECT CHOICES AND FURTHER STUDY Our Key Stage 4 options and core curriculum give students the broad and balanced curriculum they need to keep their post-16 options open. However, when choosing what courses to take at Key Stage 4, it is important to bear in mind any requirements for courses that students might want to take at Key Stage 5.

Overview Warlingham Sixth Form College offers a wide choice of over 30 subjects to study. Students are able to take three subjects or four for the most able.

Students may choose A Levels or Vocational Level 3 qualifications, or can choose a combination of A Levels and vocational qualifications.

The differences are summarised below:

A LEVEL COURSES •

Examined at the end of Year 13

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Focused on knowledge and analysis

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Suitable for students that excel at exams

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Require GCSE grades 5/6+

VOCATIONAL COURSES •

Studied over two years

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Focused on understanding and application

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Suitable for students that excel at coursework

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Require GCSE grades 4+

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SUBJECT CHOICES AND FURTHER STUDY A good range of GCSE / Vocational qualifications at the end of Year 11 will allow students to access most of our post-16 courses at Warlingham Sixth Form College.

Art Courses For Art subjects (Art & Design, Photography or Art Textiles), ideally students will need to have studied art at GCSE (or be able to produce a good quality portfolio of art work).

Drama Courses For Drama courses, ideally students should have studied drama at GCSE (or be a talented performer with recognised qualifications).

Languages Courses For Languages courses, students will need to have a GCSE qualification in the language they want to study.

Music Courses For Music courses, ideally students should have studied music GCSE (or be a talented musician with recognised qualifications).

New Subjects To study subjects which are new at Key Stage 5, e.g. Economics, Philosophy or Psychology, students will need good English / Maths / Science grades.

Russell Group The Russell Group represents 24 leading UK universities which are committed to maintaining the very best research, an outstanding teaching and learning experience and unrivalled links with business and the public sector.

Russell Group universities advise students to study one or two facilitating subjects: Maths, Sciences, History, Languages, Geography, and English Literature.

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QUALIFICATION AQA GCSE English Language

ASSESSMENT FORMAT External examination: represents 100% of total assessment.

There is one tier of entry.

CORE GCSE English Language The subject content of the syllabus relates directly to the programmes of study for Key Stage 4 of the National Curriculum for English.

Teachers are free to select the literary and non-literary texts and materials which are most suitable for their students.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Most University, Further Education College courses, as well as specialist degree courses in English.

Students will be expected to produce a variety of fiction and non-fiction writing, demonstrating an awareness of the use of language in appropriate forms.

Students will also need to acquire skills in research and information retrieval in response to a range of fiction and non-fiction texts, from the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. For speaking and listening, students will need to develop skills in communication (i.e. conveying and understanding information; individually and in discussion.)

The final examinations expect students to answer questions based on fiction and non-fiction passages from all three centuries and tests skills in summarising, comparing, analysing language and structure and extracting information.

The course also now includes an increased focus on students’ literacy skills in vocabulary, spelling, punctuation and grammar, which now forms part of the examination marking criteria being worth 20% of the final grade.

FURTHER INFORMATION

WEBSITE

Ms Christie

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/english/gcse/english-language-8700

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QUALIFICATION AQA GCSE English Literature

ASSESSMENT FORMAT External examination: represents 100% of total assessment.

There is one tier of entry.

CORE GCSE English Literature The English Literature course contains distinct and additional requirements to those prescribed for English Language.

Students must study a substantial and diverse range of texts including pre and post 20th Century drama, poetry and prose. Four texts must be studied for the examination chosen from the prescribed list. The examination also includes a response to ‘unseen’ comparative poetry.

The syllabus requires an understanding of literary tradition and an appreciation of social and historical influences and cultural contexts. It also requires considered responses to literature, including relationships and comparisons between texts.

The course also now includes an increased focus on students’ literacy skills in vocabulary, spelling, punctuation and grammar and now forms part of the examination marking criteria.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Most University, Further Education College courses, as well as specialist degree courses in English.

WEBSITE

FURTHER INFORMATION

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/english/gcse/english-literature-8702

Ms Christie

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QUALIFICATION Edexcel GCSE Mathematics

ASSESSMENT FORMAT The qualification consists of three equally-weighted, written examination papers at either Foundation tier or Higher tier.

Each student is permitted to take assessments in either the Foundation tier or Higher tier.

However, all three papers must be at the same tier of entry and must be completed in the same assessment series.

Paper 1 is a non-calculator assessment and a calculator is allowed for Paper 2 and Paper 3.

CORE

Each paper is 1hr 30mins long and is worth 80 marks. There is a total of 240 marks for the three papers combined.

GCSE Mathematics

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Mathematics is a core subject which gives students a greater understanding of the world in which they live. It is useful to students pursuing a wide range of careers, from accounting, computing, and engineering to nursing and business.

Mathematics is a benefit when studying most subjects at A Level, including, Psychology, Sciences, Business Studies and Geography, as it allows students to understand and interpret results. University courses often require pupils to have a good understanding of Mathematics, as many courses require a good level of numeracy.

Students will study Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9 - 1) in Year 10 and Year 11. This qualification will help students to: • develop fluent knowledge, skills and understanding of mathematical methods and concepts • acquire, select and apply mathematical techniques to solve problems • reason mathematically, make deductions and inferences, and draw conclusions, and • comprehend, interpret and communicate mathematical information in a variety of forms appropriate to the information and context.

The course covers the following subjects: 1 2 3 4 5 6

Number Algebra Ratio, proportion and rates of change Geometry and measures Probability Statistics

The subjects will be assessed across all three papers.

Each paper has a range of question types; some questions will be set in both mathematical and non-mathematical contexts.

The qualification will be graded and certificated on a nine-grade scale from 9 to 1 using the total mark across all three papers where 9 is the highest grade.

Individual papers will be graded. Foundation tier covers grades 1 to 5 and the Higher tier covers grades 4 to 9 (grade 3 allowed).

FURTHER INFORMATION

WEBSITE

Mr Robins

http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/mathematics2015.html

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QUALIFICATION Edexcel GCSE Sciences

ASSESSMENT FORMAT

GCSE Combined Science Six written examinations at the end of Year 11.

Each paper is 1hr 10mins.

GCSE Separate Sciences Two written examinations for each of the three subject areas (Biology, Chemistry and Physics) at the end of Year 11.

CORE

Each paper is 1hr 45mins.

GCSE Combined and GCSE Separate Sciences All Students will start Year 10 following the GCSE Combined Science pathway.

At the end of Year 10, teachers will decide which students are eligible to sit GCSE Separate Sciences, based on assessments throughout the year.

GCSE Combined Science results in the award of two GCSE grades. It covers three subject areas: Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The course is a linear course and will be assessed at the end of Year 11 through six examinations, two for each subject area and all equally weighted. These will comprise a mixture of multiple choice, structured questions and open response questions. Controlled assessment is no longer a part of the course, however the students will have opportunities to develop their practical skills through the completion of a number of set practical tasks as prescribed by the exam board. These practical tasks may also feature in the final exams.

GCSE Separate Sciences equates to three separate GCSEs: GCSE Biology, GCSE Chemistry and GCSE Physics. It follows the same pathway as GCSE Combined Science; however, some of the topics are covered in more depth. The exams for Separate Sciences are also longer to give students the opportunity to demonstrate and apply this deeper knowledge.

The courses are linear and each GCSE will be assessed at the end of Year 11 through two examinations, both equally weighted. These will comprise a mixture of multiple choice, structured questions and open response questions. There is no more controlled assessment; however the practical skills of the students will be developed through the completion of a number of set practical tasks as prescribed by the exam board. These practical tasks may also feature in the final exams.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Students wishing to study Biology, Chemistry or Physics at A Level will need to achieve a grade 6 or above in Biology, Chemistry or Physics or a grade 6-6 or above in Combined Science in the higher papers.

This provides a clear route to further studies at Universities and Colleges in a variety of science-based courses leading to a wide range of professional careers. The course is suitable for students wishing to follow careers in architecture, biomedical science, botany, dentistry, engineering, farming, forensics, medicine, nursing, nutrition, animal care (veterinary nursing) etc.

WEBSITE

FURTHER INFORMATION

http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/sciences2016.html

Mrs Hickox

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QUALIFICATION Not Examined

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Core PE is not examined.

CORE Physical Education All students follow a programme of Physical Education (PE) in Key Stage 4.

Students build upon the broad foundation of skills, techniques and principles learnt at Key Stage 3.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Core Physical Education encourages a positive attitude to lifelong physical activity and to a healthy, balanced lifestyle. The physical, social and personal skills learnt in individual and team sports lay a foundation for life and provide key skills that employers are looking for.

It is the philosophy of the department to encourage a positive attitude to lifelong physical activity and to a healthy, balanced and active lifestyle, both of which will hopefully be continued in students’ current and future leisure time.

The programme encourages physical, social and personal skills in individual and team sports. Students will be taking part in three Core PE lessons a fortnight.

They will have the opportunity to participate in a range of sports, including: - Invasion games (Rugby / Football) - Net sports (Badminton / Tennis / Volleyball)

- Fitness / Studio You (Combat / Fitness / Pilates / Yoga / Dance / Barre) - Summer sports (Rounders / Cricket / Tennis / Athletics / Softball / Handball) - Trampolining or alternative sports (Benchball / Dodgeball / Tchoukball / Kinball)

FURTHER INFORMATION

WEBSITE

Mr Tipton

http://www.warlinghamschool.co.uk/54/physical-education

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QUALIFICATION AQA GCSE Religious Studies A / Edexcel GCSE (9-1) Citizenship Studies

ASSESSMENT FORMAT GCSE Religious Studies Two written exams, 1hr 45mins each.

CORE Society, Religion & Wellbeing Society, Religion & Wellbeing combines the core subjects of Religious Studies, Citizenship and Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) Education.

Students will cover the Citizenship, PSHE and Religious Studies curricula in lessons and will take a GCSE in Religious Studies.

Citizenship Students will develop an understanding of our rights and responsibilities, our government, politics and media, and how we fit into a local, national or global community.

Personal, Social, Health & Economic Education This is a programme of learning through which young people acquire the knowledge, understanding and skills they need to manage their lives. As part of a whole school approach, PSHE develops the qualities and attributes students need to thrive as individuals, family members and members of society.

Religious Studies Students will acquire and develop knowledge and understanding of the beliefs, values and traditions of Christianity and Islam. They will also consider the influences of the beliefs, values and traditions associated with one or more religions and will consider the responses to moral issues by religions and others.

They will identify, investigate and respond to fundamental questions of life raised by religions and human experience. This leads to a GCSE Religious Studies qualification.

There is a substantial crossover between the subjects and links will be established and developed across all three subject areas.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION This course is particularly relevant for careers involving other people; government, law, medicine, the caring professions; social services, probation, police and teaching, etc.

However this course provides an important basis for living in the 21st Century!

This subject can also be studied at a higher level with direct relevance to courses in Theology, Anthropology, Education, Philosophy and Psychology and is an acceptable A Level subject for entry to nonscience degree courses.

WEBSITE

FURTHER INFORMATION

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/religious-studies/gcse/religious-studies-a-8062

Mr Hill

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QUALIFICATION AQA GCSE French

ASSESSMENT FORMAT There are two tiers of entry: Foundation and Higher.

Candidates will be examined in the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Paper 1 Listening (Examination) is worth 25% of the GCSE. Paper 2 Speaking (Examination) is worth 25% of the GCSE. Paper 3 Reading (Examination) is worth 25% of the GCSE. Paper 4 Writing (Examination) is worth 25% of the GCSE.

EBACC GCSE French The course enables students of all abilities to develop their French language skills to their full potential, equipping them with the knowledge to communicate in a variety of contexts with confidence. Students are able to participate in a French exchange to practise their French language and learn about the culture.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION

Students are expected to understand and provide information and opinions about three distinct themes relating to their own experiences and those of other people, including people in countries/communities where French is spoken.

French can be continued at A Level in the Sixth Form, and from then at University or College. There are numerous dual subject courses available at 18+, combining French with a wide variety of other subjects.

Many universities - including Russell Group Universities - run courses combining languages with Law, History, Politics and other subjects.

Opportunities for employment exist within travel and tourism, banking, commerce, interpreting, translating and many other spheres. Good communication skills are highly valued by employers, and a qualification in French fulfils this criterion.

Theme 1: Identity and culture Topic 1: Me, my family and friends, includes Relationships with family and friends and Marriage/partnership Topic 2: Technology in everyday life, includes Social media and Mobile technology Topic 3: Free-time activities, includes Music, Cinema and TV, Food and eating out and Sport Topic 4: Customs and festivals in French-speaking countries/communities

FURTHER INFORMATION

WEBSITE

Mrs Smales

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/languages/gcse/french-8658

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Theme 2: Local, national, international and global areas of interest Topic 1: Home, town, neighbourhood and region Topic 2: Social issues, includes Charity/voluntary work and Healthy/unhealthy living Topic 3: Global issues, includes The environment and Poverty/homelessness Topic 4: Travel and tourism Theme 3: Current and future study and employment Topic 1: My studies Topic 2: Life at school/college Topic 3: Education post-16 Topic 4: Jobs, career choices and ambitions

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QUALIFICATION AQA GCSE Spanish

ASSESSMENT FORMAT There are two tiers of entry: Foundation and Higher.

Candidates will be examined in the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Paper 1 Listening (Examination) is worth 25% of the GCSE. Paper 2 Speaking (Examination) is worth 25% of the GCSE.

EBACC

Paper 3 Reading (Examination) is worth 25% of the GCSE. Paper 4 Writing (Examination) is worth 25% of the GCSE.

GCSE Spanish The course enables students of all abilities to develop their Spanish language skills to their full potential, equipping them with the knowledge to communicate in a variety of contexts with confidence. Students are able to visit Salamanca to practise their Spanish language and learn about the culture.

Students are expected to understand and provide information and opinions about three distinct themes relating to their own experiences and those of other people, including people in countries/communities where Spanish is spoken.

Theme 1: Identity and culture Topic 1: Me, my family and friends, includes Relationships with family and friends and Marriage/partnership Topic 2: Technology in everyday life, includes Social media and Mobile technology Topic 3: Free-time activities, includes Music, Cinema and TV, Food and eating out and Sport Topic 4: Customs and festivals in Spanish-speaking countries/communities Theme 2: Local, national, international and global areas of interest Topic 1: Home, town, neighbourhood and region Topic 2: Social issues, includes Charity/voluntary work and Healthy/unhealthy living Topic 3: Global issues, includes The environment and Poverty/homelessness Topic 4: Travel and tourism Theme 3: Current and future study and employment Topic 1: My studies Topic 2: Life at school/college Topic 3: Education post-16 Topic 4: Jobs, career choices and ambitions

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Spanish can be continued at A Level in the Sixth Form, and from then at University or College. There are numerous dual subject courses available at 18+, combining Spanish with a wide variety of other subjects.

Many universities - including Russell Group Universities - run courses combining languages with Law, History, Politics and other subjects.

Opportunities for employment exist within travel and tourism, banking, commerce, interpreting, translating and many other spheres. Good communication skills are highly valued by employers, and a qualification in Spanish fulfils this criterion.

WEBSITE

FURTHER INFORMATION

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/languages/gcse/spanish-8698

Mrs Smales

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QUALIFICATION Edexcel GCSE Geography B

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Paper 1 Global Geographical Issues (1hr 30mins) - worth 37.5% of total marks.

Paper 2 UK Geographical Issues (1hr 30mins) - worth 37.5% of total marks. This paper includes questions based on fieldwork.

Paper 3 People and Environment Issues – Making Geographical Decisions (1hr 30mins) - worth 25% of total marks.

EBACC GCSE Geography The aim of the course is to acquire knowledge and understanding of different places and environments at a range of scales from local to global, while looking at new ideas and approaches to Geography in the 21st Century. Students will develop a sense of place and an appreciation of the environment with an awareness of ways in which people and environments interact.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Subjects at a higher level include Geography, Environmental Science, Geology, Travel and Tourism. These can lead to employment in the management of the environmental and human resources, Civil Service, oil companies, planning, engineering, Social Services, water resources and teaching. This new syllabus also complements the work that we cover in Years 12 and 13 giving a good opportunity to achieve good grades at A Level. Geography degrees are also one of the most desirable to employers, because of the range of skills that students learn over the course, which are applicable to many jobs.

Component 1: Global Geographical Issues • Hazardous Earth - an understanding of Tectonic Hazards, Extreme Weather events and our changing climate • Development dynamics - an understanding of the scale of global inequality and how developing countries are struggling to raise their standards of living Component 2: UK Geographical Issues

• The landscape and economy of the UK - including river processes and the conflict caused by coastal erosion • Two fieldwork visits - at present a residential trip to the Norfolk Coast Component 3: People and the Environment • Human use of the world’s main Biomes and conservation of endangered species In developing an understanding of the themes outlined above, students will be expected to use a range of skills, especially those skills of enquiry. Fieldwork is an integral part of this course and students will be expected to take an active part in any fieldwork that is organised. The department currently organises residential fieldwork to the Norfolk Coast to study coastal erosion and management.

FURTHER INFORMATION

WEBSITE

Mr Gardner

http://qualifications.pearson.com/content/demo/en/qualifications/edexcelgcses/geography-b-2016.html

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QUALIFICATION AQA GCSE History

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Paper 1 The Modern World - worth 50% of total marks.

1a) Germany (1 hr) 1b) Cold War (1 hr)

Paper 2 Shaping the Nation - worth 50% of total marks.

2a) Power and the People (1 hr)

EBACC

2b) Norman Conquest (1 hr)

GCSE History GCSE History is offered to any student who has an interest in History.

The course focuses on some key areas of national and international history, such as Germany in the 20th Century, the Cold War and the Norman Conquest of England.

The department uses not only written and pictorial sources but incorporates the use of film, drama, documentaries, empathetic role play and the use of computers and ICT. Paper 1 Understanding the Modern World •

Democracy and Dictatorship: Germany 1890 – 1945

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Conflict and Tensions between East and West, 1945 – 1972 (The Cold War)

Paper 2 Shaping the Nation •

Power and the People: 1170 to present day

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The Conquest of England and Norman England: 1066 to 1100

GCSE History students also benefit from a trip to France and Belgium to see first -hand the impact of World War 1 and World War 2. Furthermore, there is a visit to an English site of significant historical interest.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION History teaches you to collect evidence and use it to challenge conventional ideas. History teaches you how to assimilate information and reorganise it into a more coherent form. History can be seen as attempting to discern reality from image. The skills developed are useful in just about every profession, from law to the public sector and business.

WEBSITE

FURTHER INFORMATION

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/history/gcse/history-8145

Mr Dicks

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QUALIFICATION OCR GCSE Art and Design

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Controlled assessment will be internally-assessed throughout the two year course.

In Year 10, students will take a five-hour exam in February and a ten-hour mock exam in June.

In Year 11 students will take a ten-hour mock exam followed by the final, externally-set, ten-hour exam in April / May. All controlled assessment and exam work will be internallyassessed and externallymoderated by OCR to give the final grade.

There will be an exhibition of a selection of the GCSE work in the Summer Term.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION AS and A Level courses in Art and Design, Textiles and Photography.

There are many careers leading on from an A Level or Degree in Art and Design such as architecture, fashion design, graphic design, illustration, interior design, photography, new media design, model-making, printing, engraving, stage and set design.

OPTION GCSE Art and Design (Art, Craft & Design J170) This is a two year course leading to a GCSE in Art and Design. This course encourages an adventurous and enquiring approach to Art and Design.

Successful students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of past and contemporary art and design practice and will be able to produce a personal response that embraces a range of ideas.

The course will consist of two units. One unit is a controlled assessment (60%) in which students will choose their own topic of study with guidance from their teacher. The second unit is an externally-set assignment (40%) which is set by OCR. Through these units the students will undertake visual research exploring, developing and refining their own ideas and producing a body of work that successfully leads to a realisation of intention. They will learn how to use a range of media and materials and will develop their understanding of the work of other artists and designers from different times and cultures.

Visits to art galleries and museums will be arranged and encouraged.

The disciplines offered by the Art Department include drawing and painting, printmaking, mixed media, textiles, photography, Photoshop and threedimensional work.

FURTHER INFORMATION

WEBSITE

Mrs Sula

http://www.ocr.org.uk/Images/220463-specification-accredited-gcse-art-anddesign-j170-j176.pdf

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QUALIFICATION OCR GCSE Art and Design

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Component 1 Personal Investigation. You will produce a portfolio of practical work showing your personal response to either a starting point, brief, or stimulus provided by your teacher.

Worth 60% of the total marks.

Component 2

OPTION GCSE Art & Design (Photography J173)

Externally Set Task (15 hours non -exam assessment). Learners will be provided with five themes, each with a range of written and visual starting points and stimuli. A response should be based on one of these options.

Worth 40% of the total marks.

This course enables students to explore and appreciate the visual world and respond in a creative and personal way.

Photography is defined as the practice of creating durable static or moving images by recording light with light-sensitive materials such as photographic film or digitally by means of an image sensor. Learners will explore, acquire and develop skills, knowledge and understanding through the application of traditional and or digital techniques and processes specific to their chosen area (s) of study of Photography. Learners will explore practical and relevant critical and contextual sources such as the work of historical and contemporary photographers and the different purposes, intentions and functions of photography as appropriate to their own work. Learners must demonstrate the knowledge, skills and understanding through area(s) of study relevant to Photography.

Learners will work in one or more area(s) of Photography, such as Documentary photography, Photo-journalism, Studio photography, Location photography, Experimental imagery, Installation and Moving image.

Learners will be expected to demonstrate the ability to work creatively with processes and techniques appropriate to the chosen area(s) of study such as: photograms, pin hole cameras, film (chemical) processes, digital processes, time -lapse photography, stop-frame animation, installation, film, video, animation, photomontage, digital manipulation of images.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Students can go on to study an A Level and then a degree in Photography at university or a Foundation in Art or Photography before progressing to a creative degree.

Photography careers are as varied as the medium is visible in the world, from fashion to film making, and advertising to design or journalism.

WEBSITE

FURTHER INFORMATION

https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse/art-and-design-j170-j176-from2016/

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QUALIFICATION Edexcel GCSE Business

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Assessment is based on two examination papers (each accounting for 50% of the final mark) which consist of calculations, multiple-choice, short-answer and extendedwriting questions.

OPTION GCSE Business Studies Business Studies is about the real world. For this reason, students will experience the real world, studying real businesses as part of the course and all Year 10 Business Studies students will be given the opportunity to take part in an organised trip to see a business in action (currently Chelsea Football Club).

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Employers of the future are going to want employees who can make a difference. They will of course be interested in qualifications; however, perhaps more importantly, they are going to want employees who are equipped with the skills, knowledge and understanding to get the job done, i.e. employability skills!

In lessons, they will be involved in individual, paired and group work, often being asked to suggest solutions to business problems. They will also be set projects that require them to apply the type of skills that make them “stand out from the crowd”. For example, they will work in a team on a “Dragons’ Den” style project, inspired by the hit TV programme and Levi Roots’ visit to the School.

Information Technology (IT) forms an integral part of the course and students will regularly use the Business Centre’s IT facilities to extend their studies beyond the four walls of the classroom.

Students cover all aspects of starting a new business, and growing as a business. This includes such topics as: Aims and Objectives of Business, Production, Marketing, Human Resources, Operations Management and Location.

This course is also ideal preparation for advanced level study in a range of courses, particularly A Level Economics and A Level Business. It is an excellent base for any career or for potential entrepreneurs!

The course is made up of two units. In both units students will take a written examination paper which consists of calculations, multiple-choice, short-answer and extended-writing questions

FURTHER INFORMATION

WEBSITE

Mrs Scanlon

http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/business2017.html

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By the end of the two-year course, students will not only have gained a much deeper understanding of the business world, but will also have developed the employability skills much sought after by industry today.

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QUALIFICATION Level 1/2 Cambridge National Certificate

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Two internally-assessed, externally moderated, assignments - each worth 30% of total marks.

One external examination (1hr 30mins) - worth 40% of total marks.

OPTION Cambridge National Certificate in Enterprise and Marketing This course is for students who wish to develop applied knowledge and practical skills in enterprise and marketing. It is designed with both practical and theoretical elements, which will prepare students for further study of qualifications in enterprise, marketing or business.

All learners will study three mandatory topics as follows: Enterprise and marketing concepts: Students will develop essential knowledge and understanding of enterprise and marketing concepts, which can be applied to the other units within the qualification. They will understand the main activities that will need to happen to support a start-up business, and what the key factors are to consider when starting up a business.

Design a business proposal: Students will develop the skills to design a business proposal to meet a specific business challenge. They will identify a customer profile for a specific product, complete market research to generate product design ideas, and use financial calculations to propose a pricing strategy and determine the viability of their product proposal.

Market and pitch a business proposal: Students will develop the skills to create a brand identity and promotional plan for their specific business product proposal developed in the second topic. They will pitch their business proposal to an external audience. Finally, they will review their pitching skills and business proposal using their learning, self-assessment and feedback gathered.

This vocational course can be studied alongside GCSEs (except for GCSE Business).

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Employers of the future are going to want employees who can make a difference. They will of course be interested in qualifications, however, perhaps more importantly, they are going to want employees who are equipped with the skills, knowledge and understanding to get the job done, i.e. employability skills!

This course is also ideal preparation for advanced level study in a range of courses, particularly A Level Business Studies and BTEC Level 3 Business.

It is an excellent base for any career or for potential entrepreneurs!

WEBSITE

FURTHER INFORMATION

http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/cambridge-nationals/enterprise-andmarketing-level-1-and-2-certificate-j819/specification-at-a-glance/

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QUALIFICATION Level 1/2 Cambridge National Certificate in Enterprise and Marketing

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Assessment is based on two written exams.

Paper 1 Computer Systems (1hr 30mins) - worth 50% of total marks

Paper 2 Computational Thinking, Algorithms and Programming (1hr 30mins) - worth 50% of total marks

OPTION GCSE Computer Science

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Most jobs now involve the use of computers and so computer science will provide many skills and opportunities for future career and higher education options.

Just some of the jobs available in computer science include Cyber Security, Information Systems, Forensic Computing, IT Consultancy, Analytics, Engineering, Graphic and Web designers and Business Analyst. However, the list is endless!

This three-unit course covers both computing theory and programming skills. It is designed to give students an in-depth understanding of how computer technology works and a look at what goes on ‘behind the scenes’. The course builds on computing skills developed in Key Stage 3; it will include logic skills and problem-solving ability will be essential for this course. Programming projects will focus on using text-based languages such as Python.

The computer systems and programming unit will cover the theory around a wide range of issues such as the CPU hardware and the Von Neumann architecture, data representation and units of data storage, networks and computer systems security and vulnerabilities, operating systems and systems software, computational thinking, python programming to include data types, variables, iteration and arrays (lists) and boolean logic.

Computer Science is engaging and practical, encouraging creativity and problem solving. Students analyse problems, devise creative solutions by designing, writing, testing and evaluating programs.

This course is designed to give an in-depth understanding of how computer technology works and a look at what goes on ‘behind the scenes’. Assessment is based on written exams (Component 1- 50%; Component 2 - 50%) as well as a programming project to develop their practical ability in the skills developed in components 1 and 2.

FURTHER INFORMATION

WEBSITE

Mr Porter

https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse/computer-science-j277-from-2020/

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QUALIFICATION AQA GCSE Dance

ASSESSMENT FORMAT

OPTION GCSE Dance Dance GCSE is a fantastic option for anyone who wants to express their creativity and passion through dance. The course focuses on the aesthetic and artistic qualities of dance and the symbolic use of movement to express and communicate ideas and concepts through the interrelated processes of performance, choreography and appreciation. Dance is a powerful and empowering form of non-verbal communication and it is both physical and expressive, which makes it similar to and different from other art forms and physical activities. Dance develops creative, imaginative, physical, emotional and intellectual capacities.

The Dance GCSE curriculum, acknowledges the important role that dance plays in young people’s lives. Students who take GCSE dance will study a variety of styles of dance such as: Street Dance, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Ballet, Modern, Musical Theatre and Tap. Students will have the opportunity to learn different styles from an industry professional and to create their own pieces, in a style of their choice. Not only this, but there will be opportunities for students to watch professional works which will be studied and used to inform their own choreography.

Component 1 Practical Assessment: Performance and Choreography - This includes a performance of a piece of choreography in either a solo, duet or trio and a performance of a piece of choreography created by the students, in either a solo or group (2-5 dancers). These components together are worth 60% of the GCSE marks.

Component 2 Theory Assessment: Dance Appreciation Written exam (1hr 30 mins) This exam is worth 40% of the GCSE marks.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Possible Careers include: Professional Dancer - TV, Film, Productions, Dance Teacher, Theatre Arts, Choreographer, Set Manager and Content Creator.

WEBSITE

FURTHER INFORMATION

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/dance/gcse/dance-8236/specification-at-a-glance

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QUALIFICATION OCR GCSE Design and Technology

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Written Examination (2 hours) 100 marks (50% of GCSE) Section A: Core principles of Design and Technology (60 marks) Section B: In-depth knowledge of specialist materials (40 marks) Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) 100 marks (50% of GCSE) Design and Make project comprising a working prototype and a 20 page design portfolio

OPTION GCSE Design and Technology The new GCSE in Design and Technology is one single qualification covering all the areas of Design and Technology. Students will all study core designing and making principles, but will have the opportunity to specialise in different material areas.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Architect, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Aerospace Engineer, Automotive Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Structural Engineer, Product Design, Industrial Design, Packaging Design, Fashion Design, Publishing, Technical Vocations, Construction, Surveyor, Carpentry, Model Maker, Art Textiles, Costume Design, Theatre Design, Fashion Buyer, Clothing Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineer.

Students must choose to focus on one of the following specialist areas: •

Product Design Option - focusing on the design and making of 3d products using a variety of materials including wood, metal, plastic, paper and boards.

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Textiles Technology Option – focusing on textile based materials and products.

Students will use their creativity and imagination to design and make prototypes that solve real and relevant problems, considering the needs of others. They will learn to work creatively when designing and making and apply technical and practical expertise.

In Year 10, students undertake a number of short design and make projects to learn about relevant core principles as well as developing specialist skills and knowledge.

In Year 11, students use the skills and knowledge gained to undertake their nonexamined assessment coursework which consists of a substantial individual design and make task based on a design context set by the exam board which will usually focus on their specialist subject areas but could include elements from any relevant specialism.

Students will produce a working prototype and a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate the assessment criteria.

FURTHER INFORMATION

WEBSITE

Mr Fernihough

https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse/design-and-technology-j310-from2017/

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QUALIFICATION Edexcel GCSE Drama

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Controlled assessment (40%) Devised performance work and written notebook.

(Teacher-assessed and externally -moderated.)

Scripted performance work (20%) Working as an actor or a technical designer.

(Assessed by a visiting examiner.)

OPTION GCSE Drama This course is offered to students with an interest in all aspects of theatre. Most of the course will be taught practically, and students will be able to choose to follow a technical or performance based pathway. Technical options will include Lighting, Set Design and Sound, and the performance work will include improvised, scripted and devised work in a number of workshops sessions.

Students will keep an ongoing ‘working notebook,’ sections of which will be written up and refined after each performance piece is completed.

All students will need to participate in performance work – either as actors or technicians, and they will be required to demonstrate their chosen skill in front of a variety of audiences. For actors, line learning will be a requirement for some projects, whilst technicians will have to create a portfolio to document their work.

Students are strongly encouraged to see as much live theatre as possible to enrich their experience and enhance their understanding. As the live theatre review is now a compulsory part of the written paper, parents and students should note that there will be at least 2 compulsory theatre visits during the two years.

Written exam (40%) Long and short questions on a script which has been studied, and on a live theatre performance seen during the course.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Preparation for further courses in Theatre Arts and leading to careers in performing, design, technical aspects of theatre management, public relations, directing, Drama in Education and in the community.

Preparation for A Level in Drama.

The school has three Drama spaces, two of which are equipped with a fully powered lighting rig. Our lighting and sound equipment is professional standard, and we have a range of props, staging and costumes available for students to use. The largest Drama Studio is adaptable for full stage performance as well as for smaller studio productions.

Please note: As 60% of the assessment is completed in groups, students who wish to take GCSE Drama should have an excellent attendance record and should be willing to rehearse after school.

WEBSITE

FURTHER INFORMATION

https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/drama2016.html

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QUALIFICATION AQA GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Non-exam assessment (50%) Task 1:Food investigation: practical investigations and a written report including photographs looking at the working characteristics and properties of different ingredients.

Task 2: Food preparation assessment: Students prepare, cook and present a menu of three dishes in a 3-hour practical session. Students will need to plan in advance how this can be achieved.

Written exam (50%) Tests students’ theoretical knowledge of food preparation and nutrition.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Catering, Dietician, Nutritionist Food Writer, Hospital Chef, Journalist, Maître d', Military Chef, Product Developer, Recipe Developer, Research Chef, Self Employment: Food and beverage shop/outlets, Food Technologist, Home Economist, Baker, Food Science.

OPTION GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition This new GCSE is an exciting and creative course which focuses on practical cooking skills to ensure students develop a thorough understanding of nutrition, food provenance and the working characteristics of food materials.

Students will cook on a regular basis to nurture their practical cookery skills to give them a strong understanding of nutrition.

Food preparation skills are integrated into five core topics: • Food, Nutrition and Health • Food Science

• Food Safety • Food Choice • Food Provenance

FURTHER INFORMATION

WEBSITE

Mr Fernihough

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/food-preparation-and-nutrition/gcse/foodpreparation-and-nutrition-8585

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QUALIFICATION Cambridge National Level 1/2 Certificate Health and Social Care

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Written examination (40% of overall grade) Unit R032 (1 hour & 15 minute paper) This will be taken at the end of Year 11.

Non examined assessments (worth 60% of overall grade)

OPTION Cambridge National Level 1/2 in Health and Social Care This course introduces students to the biggest employment sector in the UK, which includes elements of the NHS, local authorities, as well as a range of independent care providers. Students will gain an understanding of the role this sector plays in the health, wellbeing and care of individuals across all age ranges.

Unit R032: Principles of care in health and social care settings Students learn about the importance of the rights of service users and personcentred values. They learn about how to effectively communicate when providing care and the procedures and measures used to protect individuals, such as safeguarding, hygiene and security.

R033: Supporting individuals through life events Students will learn about life stages and the factors that affect them. This includes expected and unexpected life events; the impact that these may have on physical, social/emotional and socio-economic aspects of an individual's life; as well as the service providers and practitioners that may support individuals through these events.

Unit R035: Health promotion campaigns This unit allows students to explore the various public health challenges that the UK faces and the approaches used to encourage health and wellbeing and the importance of this to society. Students will learn how to plan and deliver their own small-scale health campaign based on one of the challenges they learn about.

Unit R033 Unit R035* Each unit is worth a total of 30% of the award. *Please note that this unit may be subject to change.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION This course is suitable for anyone looking to pursue a career in health or social care. Some examples of these are: Doctor, Nurse, Nutritionist, Physiotherapist, Optician, Pharmacist, Midwife, Dentist, Occupational Therapist, Phlebotomist, Hospital Manager, Psychologist, Art/Drama Therapist, Counsellor, Social Worker, Personal Assistant, Respite Worker, Child Protection Officer, Youth Worker, Care Worker.

WEBSITE

FURTHER INFORMATION

https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/cambridge-nationals/health-and-socialcare-level-1-2-j835/

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QUALIFICATION WJEC Eduqas GCSE in Music

ASSESSMENT FORMAT 60% of the course marks come from coursework, completed in the classroom (two performances and two compositions). These are marked by your teachers and moderated by an external examiner.

40% of the course marks come from a listening exam, which requires students to identify features of a wide variety of different types of music

OPTION GCSE Music Do you confidently play a musical instrument or sing? Do you enjoy listening to all styles of music and can you explain what is happening in the piece of music?

Do you enjoy being creative? Are you interested in how the music that you like has evolved and how it is made?

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION As well as any career involving music (such as performing and teaching), you could also go into the recording industry or the film industry. You could specialise in Music Technology, looking at microphones, recording techniques, DJ techniques and remixes to name but a few. GCSE Music shows potential colleges and employers that you are creative, that you have the discipline required to learn an instrument and that you work well both individually and as part of a team. With GCSE Music, you could go on to study A Level Music or BTEC Music with great confidence.

If the answer to most or all of these questions is “yes”, then GCSE Music would be an excellent choice for you!

The GCSE Music course is made up of three units.

Component 1: Performing (30%) A minimum of two pieces, one of which must be an ensemble performance of at least one minute duration. The other piece will be a solo.

Component 2: Composing (30%) Two compositions, one of which must be in response to a brief set by Eduqas.

The second composition is a free composition for which learners set their own brief.

Component 3: Appraising (Listening Exam) (40% - exam in June of Year 11) The exam is 1 hour 15 minutes long and will require you to identify features of a variety of pieces of music that you hear. There are two questions on the two set works which you will learn about through listening and questioning as well as six questions based on four different areas of study.

Please note: we may run a vocational music course should there be sufficient interest. If you are interested in this, please select ‘Music’ on the options form.

FURTHER INFORMATION

WEBSITE

Mr Duff

https://www.eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/music/gcse/

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QUALIFICATION OCR GCSE Physical Education

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Component 1 Applied anatomy and physiology Physical training (1hr written paper) - worth 30% of the total marks.

Component 2 Socio-cultural influences Sports psychology Health, fitness and well-being (1hr written paper) - worth 30% of the total marks.

OPTION GCSE Physical Education The content of this course has been designed to allow learners to study Physical Education (PE) in an academic setting, allowing them to critically analyse and evaluate physical performance and apply their experience of practical activities in developing their knowledge and understanding of the subject. This qualification provides a suitable foundation for either A level Physical Education or BTec National Sport.

Component 1: Physical factors affecting performance 1.1 Applied anatomy and physiology 1.2 Physical training.

Component 2: Socio-cultural issues and sports psychology 2.1 Socio-cultural influences 2.2 Sports psychology 2.3 Health, fitness and well-being Component 3: Performance in physical education (NEA) 3.1 Performance of three activities taken from the two approved lists which can be found in section 2d and Section 2e of the ‘OCR GCSE (9–1) guide to NEA in PE’. The activities will include one from the ‘individual’ list, one from the ‘team’ list and one other from either list.

3.2 Analysing and evaluating performance (AEP), task-based NEA Although 30% of the course is practically-assessed, across three sports, this does not mean the students will be performing all of their sports within lessons.

All six lessons will be theory lessons in a classroom. The class teacher will then undertake practical lessons when necessary.

Component 3 Practical activity assessment Analysing and Evaluating Performance (AEP) (internally-marked, externallyassessed) - worth 40% of the total marks.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION As well as being the ideal preparation for the A Level Physical Education course, GCSE PE allows for progression to related vocational qualifications, such as BTEC Firsts and Nationals in Sport or Sport and Exercise Sciences.

The course develops the transferable skills and key skills that employers are looking for and can lead to a wide variety of employment opportunities. This can include further training in such areas as recreational management, leisure activities, coaching, officiating, the fitness industry, the armed forces, teaching and the Civil Service.

WEBSITE

FURTHER INFORMATION

http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse-physical-education-j587-from-2016/

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QUALIFICATION Level 1/2 Cambridge National Certificate in Sport Science

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Cambridge Nationals are vocational qualifications that are equivalent to a GCSE and take a practical and inspiring approach to learning and assessment. The courses are industry relevant, geared to key sector requirements and suit a broad range of learning styles and abilities.

OPTION Cambridge National Certificate in Sport Science POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION It is important that during the course learners imagine taking on the role of someone employed within the sport and active leisure industry when completing assignments/activities.

This can be achieved by setting assignments/activities with a scenario which reflects tasks/ projects that sports employees would be undertaking in the workplace. For example, a health fitness instructor conducting client health and fitness assessments.

The Cambridge National Certificate in Sport Science course has been designed to build on learning from Key Stage 3, for those who may wish to explore a vocational route throughout Key Stage 4. The Sport Science course also provides a good foundation for learners in post-16 education. They provide a suitable foundation for further study through progression on to qualifications such as Level 3 BTEC Nationals in Sport and Sport and Exercise Sciences and A Level Physical Education.

Depending on the quality of the units studied, and the results of the external exam, students can achieve a Cambridge National qualification at Pass, Merit or Distinction at Level 1 or Level 2 standard, with the majority of work being internally assessed through coursework assignments. However, “Reducing the risk of sports injuries” is always an externally assessed exam which is worth 40% of the course. Students get one attempt at this exam.

The following units are included on the course: R180: Reducing the risk of sports injuries and dealing with common medical conditions (40%) R181: Applying the principles of training: fitness and how it affects skill performance (40%) R183: Nutrition and sports performance (20%) All six lessons will be theory lessons. The class teacher will then undertake practical lessons when necessary.

FURTHER INFORMATION

WEBSITE

Mr Tipton

https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/cambridge-nationals/sport-science-level1-2-j828/

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QUALIFICATION AQA GCSE Sociology

ASSESSMENT FORMAT Paper 1 Studying Society, Education and Families (1 hour 45 minutes) worth 50% of the course.

Candidates answer short answer questions and essay questions.

OPTION GCSE Sociology Sociology is the study of society. This means we explore the rules, values and practices which govern people’s lives. Sociology tries to understand why people do what they do in a range of different settings from families and schools to criminal cultures and people in poverty. Sociology looks at life from alternative perspectives, trying to weigh up different evidence to make conclusions.

Sociologists will require good language skills as many words and concepts will be subject-specific and essay writing is a key component of the course.

Unit 1 Studying Society; exploring the types of evidence we can use to know about society.

Education; what is really going on in schools? We explore power relationships, hidden discrimination and hidden messages in the school system in the UK. Families; How are our most personal beliefs formed and developed? What is really going on with relationships in the family?

Unit 2 Studying Society; exploring the types of evidence we can use to know about society.

Crime and Deviance; why do some people follow the rules and others don't?

Whose rules are they anyway?

Paper 2 Studying Society, Crime and Deviance and Social Stratification (1 hour 45 minutes) - worth 50% of the course.

Candidates answer short answer questions and essay questions.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AND FURTHER INFORMATION Recent research has shown sociologists are more employable than any other subject. It also shows that sociologists are more likely to end up in management and leadership roles than any other subject. Careers in Law, Politics, Social Work, Police, Medicine, Education, Advertising, Marketing, and Journalism. Students can go on to study Sociology at A Level and Sociology, Criminology, Anthropology or Social Studies at Degree level and beyond.

Social Stratification; why is the world divided into ‘haves’ and ‘have nots’? Does everyone have the same chances in life?

WEBSITE

FURTHER INFORMATION

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/sociology/gcse/sociology-8192

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INFORMATION ABOUT OPTIONS AND CAREER ADVICE In order to make sound choices, students and their parents must be well-informed. Information can be obtained from a variety of sources.

The Careers Library in the Learning Resources Centre (LRC) contains many resources regarding a whole range of careers and post-14/16/18 opportunities.

Subject staff are available to tell students as much as they need to know about GCSE courses in their departments.

Heads of Department will be able to advise at the Year 9 Options Evening.

Students are kept informed about post-14/16/18 pathways during Inspire sessions and assemblies. Form Tutors and Heads of House are always willing to discuss plans and any problems an individual may be experiencing.

Employers and employees will often willingly discuss subject choices with young people and we have a vast network of volunteers to offer support and advice. Additionally, all students will complete a What’s Next choices workshop within school before the Options deadline to ensure they understand pathways available to them and make informed choices.

In addition, there are a number of external services that can be accessed. There is a wealth of information on the school website under the Information heading. Select Careers and on the left are pages for both Parents and Students regarding online resources students and parents can access in school and at home.

The main provision is described below.

Innervate Career Services There is an adviser from Innervate Career Services in school on Tuesdays to offer 1-2-1 interviews as well as informal guidance. During the rest of the week, careers advice is available from Mrs Langley (Careers Leader based in English).

National Careers Service The Department for Business, Innovation & Skills provides a telephone careers helpline for students as part of the National Careers Service.

Support is available from trained advisers who will talk through issues, offering confidential advice and practical help. We have been informed that advisers are available from 8am to 10pm, seven days a week, by webchat, (link is at the top of the website) or by text message on 0776 641 3219. https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/home

Unifrog The Unifrog online program helps students to explore the many different career opportunities available to them. This can be accessed both at school and at home. Log in initially using the code sent to your school email in a welcome email.

All students could start by completing the Personality Profile and the Interests Profile. There is also a Subject Resource library and a Careers Resource library for research.

Should you experience any difficulties, please contact Mrs Langley (Careers Leader based in English) via email: L.Langley@WarlinghamTLT.co.uk.

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS A Level

A qualification students can study in the Sixth Form.

BTEC / V Cert / Cambridge Nationals

These are vocational qualifications awarded at levels equivalent to GCSE. Level 1 qualifications are equivalent to GCSE grades 1 to 3 and Level 2 qualifications are equivalent to GCSE grades 4 to 9.

These vocational qualifications are suitable for a wide range of students.

They provide a practical, real-world approach to learning without sacrificing any of the essential subject theory and are marked through monthly, ongoing assessment with a small exam element.

Controlled Assessments

This work is produced in lessons and for homework and counts towards final grades. This is usually completed in controlled conditions.

EBacc

The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) is a performance measure and recognises where students have secured a grade 4 or better across a core of academic subjects – English, Mathematics, History or Geography, the sciences and a language.

Exam Boards

These bodies run GCSE and other examinations.

Further Education (FE)

The qualification students can study post-16, which may be in a Further Education College.

GCSE

General Certificate in Secondary Education

Higher Education (HE)

University or other degree-awarding institution.

Russell Group

The Russell Group represents 24 leading UK universities which are committed to maintaining the very best research, an outstanding teaching and learning experience and unrivalled links with business and the public sector.

Website: www.russellgroup.ac.uk

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Tandridge Learning Trust trading as Warlingham School & Sixth Form College Tithepit Shaw Lane Warlingham Surrey CR6 9YB Tel: 01883 624067 Fax: 01883 624026 Email: info@WarlinghamTLT.co.uk Website: www.warlinghamschool.co.uk

Updated: February 2023

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