Year 12 curriculum booklet by Woodrush High

Woodrush High School Year 12 Curriculum Booklet

Staff Contact List Senior Leadership Team

Ms N Rancins Headteacher

Mr S Baker Deputy Headteacher

Mrs E Lawson Assistant Headteacher

Mr D Monk Assistant Headteacher

Ms S Taylor Assistant Headteacher

Mr M Sullivan Assistant Headteacher

Mrs C Sheppard Assistant Headteacher

Mrs J Jarvis Business Manager

Mr Cooper Student Development

Mrs Ashman Progress Leader

Mrs Snell Progress Leader

Sixth Form Staff

Mrs Kaur Head of Sixth Form

Personal Welfare and Intervention Co-ordinator:

Mrs Peters

Home School Agreement All schools are encouraged to have in place a Home School Agreement. Our Home School Agreement was originally formed in partnership with parents and, in recent years, it has been amended after parents have made some further useful and helpful suggestions. Please read the following information carefully and please keep this document in an accessible place during your son or daughter’s education at Woodrush High School.

Home School Agreement 1) Parent(s)/Guardian(s) will: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

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See that my child maintains good attendance (96% and above) and arrives before 8.35am each day (apart from Wednesday morning where a later start of 8.55am is required); Ensure that my child is wearing the correct uniform as outlined in the school’s uniform policy; See that my child is properly equipped for school; Let the school know about any concerns or problems that might affect my child’s work or behaviour; Support the school’s aims, ethos, policies and guidelines for behaviour and bullying and encourage my child to follow them; Support and reinforce sanctions given by the school in terms of misbehaviour; Attend parents’ evening and discussions about my child’s progress; Inform the school when my child is absent from school on the first day of their absence; Agree any planned school absence by my child in advance with the school (term time holidays will not be authorised); Work in partnership with the school and outside agencies to support my child’s progress and wellbeing; Take an interest in my child’s school work, looking at their exercise books and the school’s virtual learning environment (FROG) regularly; Encourage my child to participate in the extra-curricular opportunities offered by the school; Acknowledge that, as a school, we do not advise that students bring mobile phones to school and we accept no liability for loss, damage or theft of mobile phones; Acknowledge that any communication with your child during the school day should be made through the school reception; Communicate with all staff at Woodrush High School in a respectful manner; Communicate any concerns about my child and their education or well-being at school through the appropriate pastoral channels and not on social media or online forums.

Staff will: Provide the best possible teaching and learning opportunities; Ensure the safety of every child is given priority and that a caring, safe and supportive environment is provided that promotes learning and well-being; Guide students towards becoming inquisitive, independent and taking ownership of their own learning; Reward students for their success; Contact parents if there is a problem with attendance, punctuality, uniform or equipment; 3

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Let parents know about any concerns or problems that affect their child’s work or behaviour; Ensure that lessons are not interrupted by poor behaviour; Report to parents on your child’s progress; Set, mark and monitor independent study and provide facilities for children to do independent study in school; Arrange parents’ evenings during which progress will be discussed; Keep parents informed about school activities through regular letters home, news sheets and notices about special events; Ensure that the school behaviour and bullying policies are consistently applied; Monitor pupils’ behaviour, taking fair and consistent action if necessary and informing parents/carers of any concerns; Help students leave school well prepared and ready to make the most of future career/educational opportunities; Listen to parents/guardians and work in partnership with them. Students will: Attend regularly and punctually and with a positive attitude; Come to school prepared to work, with the correct equipment and the correct uniform at all times, including at the beginning and the end of the school day; Respect other members of the Woodrush community; Accept that bullying, intolerance and discrimination are unacceptable in our school; Ensure they do not disrupt the learning of others; Follow staff instructions immediately without questioning; Ensure their mobile phone is switched off during the school day and kept out of sight; Conduct themselves appropriately in lessons, between lessons, during break, lunch and on their way to and from school; Ensure proper and safe use of the school ICT systems as outlined in the acceptable usage policy for ICT; Remain within the permitted recreational areas of the school during break and lunch times; Be positive ambassadors for the school at all times; Respect the environment of the school and other people’s property; Complete all work to the highest possible standard

Parent Signature:_______________________

Student Signature:__________________________

Headteacher: _________________________

Chair of Governors: _________________________

We require all parents and students to sign the Home School Agreement. Please be aware that advice from the Government, via the Department for Education (DFE), states that refusal to sign a school’s Home School Agreement does not provide exemption for any students from the rules outlined by the school. If you would like to discuss any issues arising from the following Home School Agreement then please do not hesitate to contact us. We believe this document fairly and reasonably outlines the expectations we have as a school from our staff, our students and our parents. The aim of our Home School Agreement is to encourage consistency, equality and fairness in all matters pertaining to the school.

Attendance Our aim as a school is for every child to have an attendance of 96% and above. Research has shown that students with poor attendance: • Get behind with work • Lose the thread of the topics being taught • Become demotivated when they return to school • Lose friendships • Miss out on important careers and guidance inputs • Miss out on extra-curricular opportunities • Are less likely to feel part of the school Parents/carers and students often become confused about what excellent attendance is. Woodrush has set out the following guide for parents/carers: 100% Outstanding 98 - 99% Excellent 95 - 97% Good 93 - 94% Requires Improvement 90 - 92% Cause for concern Below 90% Serious cause for concern Your child’s attendance is very important to us. We therefore politely request the following: Wherever possible, please do not make routine medical appointments during the school day. Holidays during term-time will not be authorised except in exceptional circumstances. If it is exceptional circumstances please put this in writing to the Head Teacher. Please remember a two week holiday in term-time means 50 hours of teaching missed and several homework’s too. Students often find it difficult to catch up with work missed. If your child cannot attend school, please take the following steps: Please contact the school’s attendance officer, Mrs Davies, on 01564 823777 Ext 7107 or email: jdavies@woodrushhigh.worcs.sch.uk . Please explain the reason for absence and give an estimate of how long your child is likely to be away from school. Send a note in on the first day your child returns to explain the reason for absence. In regards to punctuality to school, please be advised: That the first bell for school rings at 8.35am. Students are expected to be in their form rooms for morning registration or assembly by 8.40am. The student entrance to school closes at 8.40am. Any students arriving at school after this time will have to ring the buzzer for the main entrance and sign in late at Student Services. Any students that are late to school in the morning without a legitimate reason for their lateness will be issued with a thirty minute detention for that same evening after school. We will inform you of this detention via a text or a telephone call. If your child does have a legitimate reason then please ensure they are able to provide a note or a medical appointment card.

The Woodrush Way We continually work, at Woodrush, to reinforce the following: • • • • • • • • •

Learning is lifelong and must be of the highest quality it can be This takes place in a calm, supportive and disciplined environment We can all improve in what we do & must always strive to do so We embrace our own community and our role in the local area We respect individuals, their talents, qualities and needs We work to ensure equality of opportunity for all Everything we do is aimed to improve our students’ life chances We are all part of a big team, as students, staff, parents and value this Turn Up, Work Hard, Be Nice

In addition we work to: • • • • • • • • • •

Create an open environment where the aspiration is always towards excellence Help establish self-confidence, selfmotivation and self-discipline Provide a rich and simulating learning environment and a curriculum that meets the needs of all our learners Promote a capacity for independent learning and the motivation to use that capacity Offer a wide range of experiences beyond the formal curriculum Celebrate all excellence and achievements Prepare students for the opportunities and responsibilities of adult life and local and global citizenship Promote an active involvement in caring for the environment of the school, the local community and the wider world Encourage the interest and involvement of parents, governors, industry, commerce and the community in the life of the school and furthering the success of our students Promote a culture of innovation and development

Ladder of Referral

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Sixth form ladder of referral

•Staff can make student referrals for any of the following; •Failure to complete classwork to a good standard •Failure to complete Independent Study to a good standard. •Referrals are made by staff logging the reason in SIMS as a behaviour incident either as Classwork or Homework.

•Forms tutors will check their home screen on SIMS during PM registration and inform students that they have a referral and for which subject., these students will be sent to the Silent Study area by the form tutor. •Students with no referals that day will be allowed to leave at 3:00pm.

•Students sign in with the progress leader and spend 60 minutes rectifying the problem. If the work is completed they must still stay until 4pm and do revision or consolidation.

NB: Referrals can ONLY be made if a student has not completed their homework or classwork to acceptable standard. All other issues must be followed up as per the whole school behaviour policy. Students that have a period 6 and have a referrals will be rolled onto the next day. Any issues with students in the first instance is dealt by the classroom teacher or form tutor, these include; (C1) a) Dress code infringement b) Lateness to registration/lesson without valid documented reason c) Disrupting learning d) Lack of equipment/kit f) Mobile phone seen or heard g) Littering h) Speaking to staff inappropriately Staff should; a detention and inform both parents and form tutor. Log onto SIMS IftheSet issue is not resolved;

Referred to the HOF, who will set a detention and also have informed form tutor and parents.

If problem persists – form tutor is notified who will speak to the student and also make contact with parents.

If the problem still is not rectified inform the 6th progress leader and head of 6th form.

Rewards Rewards Woodrush High School has a proud culture of celebrating student success. Immediately in Year 7, students will have the opportunity to collect merits. These merits have electronic codes that can be inputted on-line and then transferred into various prizes. These include anything from stationary items to free prom tickets in Year 11. These merits are also totalled and contribute towards House competitions. Your child will also have the opportunity to collect badges that can be sewn onto their blazers. These badges are to acknowledge any specific achievements linked to certain subject areas, which may include anything linked to attainment, participation, effort or progress. Any successes or achievements in school are also celebrated during weekly Year group assemblies and termly House assemblies. We also hold awards events that parents are invited to attend. Merits Gold Award merit given by form tutors for exemplary behaviour and punctuality to lessons/registration over a half-term. This is also awarded to students for other noteworthy and significant achievements. The Gold Award merit has the value of 5 merits. Subject merits are awarded to students by subject teachers for things like excellent effort, progress or attitude to learning in lessons. This merit has the value of 1 merit.

Faculty

Mathematics

Subject

AS-Level Further Mathematics

Year

12 and 13

Course Overview

Exam Board: Edexcel Units of study: • Area of study 1 – Core Mathematics: This is the study of pure mathematics. • Area of Study 2 – Mechanics: This is the study of applied mathematics. Assessment : Students study three modules Further Pure 1, Mechanics 1 and Mechanics 2. All three modules are equally weighted to form an As-Level. All three modules are 100% written exam.

This year in Maths

Below is an overview of the course content for each module. Each module is assessed by 100% written exam. • • •

Independent Study expectation

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Other Information

Unit FP1 : Series; complex numbers; numerical solution of equations; coordinate systems, matrix algebra, proof. Unit M1 : Mathematical models in mechanics; vectors in mechanics; kinematics of a particle moving in a straight line; dynamics of a particle moving in a straight line or plane; statics of a particle; moments. M2 : Kinematics of a particle moving in a straight line or plane; centres of mass; work and energy; collisions; statics of rigid bodies.

Students will receive weekly homework tasks to complete, this will generally consist of questions consolidating the work done in class that week. It is expected students are spending a minimum of 2 hours per week doing independent study. This may take the form of note taking, watching instructional videos, attempting additional questions or completing past papers. Depending on progress, some students may receive additional work to be completed over the course of a term to support their learning.

Students require a scientific calculator for the course. Useful websites. https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/home.html http://www.physicsandmathstutor.com/ http://www.examsolutions.net/

Faculty

Mathematics

Subject

A-Level Mathematics

Year

Course Overview

Exam Board: Edexcel Units of study: Year 12 • Area of study 1 – Core Mathematics: This is the study of pure mathematics. • Area of Study 2 – .Statistics: This is the study of applied mathematics. Year 13 • Area of study 1 – Core Mathematics: This is the study of pure mathematics. • Area of Study 2 – Decision Mathematics: This is the study of applied mathematics Assessment : Year 12 • Students study three modules Core 1, Core 2 and Statistics 1. All three modules are equally weighted to form an As-Level. All three modules are 100% written exam. Year 13 • Students study three modules Core 3, Core 4 and Decision 1. All three modules are equally weighted m and 100% written exam. • These modules are then combined with the year 12 modules to form an A-Level Grade. Each of the six modules is equally weighted.

This year in Mathematics

Below is an overview of the course content for each module. Each module is assessed at the end of the year by 1 written exam. Year 12 • Unit C1 : Algebra and functions; coordinate geometry in the (x, y) plane; sequences and series; differentiation; integration. • Unit C2 : Algebra and functions; coordinate geometry in the (x, y) plane; sequences and series; trigonometry; exponentials and logarithms; differentiation; integration. • Unit S1 : Mathematical models in probability and statistics; representation and summary of data; probability; correlation and regression; discrete random variables; discrete distributions; the Normal distribution. Year 13 • Unit C3 : Algebra and functions; trigonometry; exponentials and logarithms; differentiation; numerical methods. • Unit C4 : Algebra and functions; coordinate geometry in the (x, y) plane; sequences and series; differentiation; integration; vectors. • Unit D1 : Algorithms; algorithms on graphs; the route inspection problem; critical path analysis; linear programming; matchings.

Independent Study expectation

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Other Information

Students will receive weekly homework tasks to complete, this will generally consist of questions consolidating the work done in class that week. It is expected students are spending a minimum of 4 hours per week doing independent study. This may take the form of note taking, watching instructional videos, attempting additional questions or completing past papers. Depending on progress, some students may receive additional work to be completed over the course of a term to support their learning.

Students require a scientific calculator for the course. Useful websites. https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/home.html http://www.physicsandmathstutor.com/ http://www.examsolutions.net/

Faculty

English

Subject

English Literature AS

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

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Exam board: AQA Units of study: Love Through the ages – Shakespeare and Poetry (‘Othello’ and post1900 love poetry); Love through the ages – Prose (‘Wuthering Heights’, ‘The Rotters’ Club’ and unseen prose);

How the course is assessed: Students will sit two exams for 1 hour 30 minutes each, both worth 50 marks. Paper 1 – Students are given an extract from ‘Othello’ and will be required to answer a thematic question about types of love in the whole play, using the extract as a starting point. Students will also be given one printed poem from the anthology and will answer a question about certain types/effects/interpretations of love, drawing on their knowledge of the poetry as well as wider literature. Paper 2 – Students will answer a question comparing the two prose texts studied, as well as a question on a piece of ‘unseen’ prose. Students will have practised and rehearsed the techniques for this beforehand, but the ‘unseen’ text is likely to be one students have not encountered before.

This year in English Literature

Students will develop the skills they will have employed in Year 11, including close analyses of language, form and structure, as well as completing research into textual and thematic contexts. Students will also develop their knowledge of literary criticism, engaging with the viewpoints of others, in order to formulate thorough and scholarly arguments in their assessments. It is of vital importance for students to understand that the work done in scheduled lessons is only a fraction of what it takes to be a successful English Literature student: reading widely around the subject is essential and we will – of course – provide guidance towards suitable materials.

Independent Study expectation

Students will receive weekly independent study from each of their English Literature teachers. This will usually total around 3-4 hours per week and will consist of: research; the preparation of individual or group presentations; textual annotation and notetaking; exam question practice; and essay planning and writing. As aforementioned, this independent study will be set in conjunction with students’ reading of set literary and critical texts, as well as their own wider reading.

Other Information

Useful websites to access: http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/english/as-and-a-level/english-literature-a-7711-7712 http://literary-devices.com/ http://study.com/academy/topic/historical-cultural-critical-contexts-of-literature.html http://www.shakespeare-online.com/playanalysis/othello.html Revision guides to use: AQA A Level English Literature A Student Book by Luke McBratney ISBN 0198336004 Resources / materials needed for the subject: ‘Othello: The Moor of Venice’ – William Shakespeare; ‘Wuthering Heights’ – Emily Bronte; ‘The Rotters’ Club’ – Jonathan Coe. Places to visit to extend learning: The RSC (Stratford upon Avon); The Globe Theatre (London).

Faculty

English

Subject

A Level Film Studies

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

Exam Board: WJEC AS: Unit 1 (FM1): Exploring film form (Internal Assessment - Coursework): - An analysis of how the micro features of a chosen extract from a film of your choice produces meanings and responses (1500 words). - A creative project based on a film sequence or short film (storyboard or film). 20% (40%) Unit 2 (FM2): British and American Film (External Assessment – Exam): There are three sections to this 2½ hours exam: Section A: Producers and audiences of films Section B: Topics in British Film Section C: US film – Comparative Study of two films. 30% (60%)

This year in English Literature

Students are expected to analyse a range of films from different genres; some of these include Film Noirs, British Crime, Science Fiction and high concept blockbuster films. Whilst viewing these films, students will explore the micro-features (lighting, editing, sound, mise-en-scène, costume, set design and cinematography) and the macro-features (narrative construct and genre) of these films. Close study of these areas will equip students will the skills to analyse film in regards to its construct of meaning; the sensory impact of the film and the relationship between film and spectator. As well as analysing films, students also have the opportunity to complete a creative project over the year. This creative project takes the form of an original film storyboard.

Independent Study expectation

Students are expected to watch a range of different films as part of their independent study. This films should range from different countries of origin, different genres and different historical periods. Students will also be given approximately 2-3 hours a week of independent study that will include: - Wider reading - Research tasks - Practice exams/analytical writing - Completion of coursework drafts

Other Information

Useful Resources: Books: ‘An Introduction to Film Studies – 4th Edition’ by Bill Nichols. ‘Film Studies AS: An Essential Introduction’ by S.C Benyahia ‘In a Lonely Street: film noir, gender, masculinity’ by Frank Krutnik ‘Introduction to Film’ by Nick Lacey, PALGRAVE MACMILLAN (2005) ‘A Level Film Studies for WJEC’ by Tanya Jones , Hodder Arnold (2005) ‘Stars’ by Richard Dyer (1980) ‘The Cinema Book’ by Pam Cook (1985) Websites: www.wjec.co.uk www.filmeducation.org.uk www.bfi.org.uk http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/markkermode www.empireonline.com https://www.theguardian.com/film/series/peter-bradshaw-film-of-the-week

Faculty

English

Subject

Language and Literature

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

Students will follow the AQA English Language and Literature specification. 80% of the course will be assessed via external examination at the end of the two year course. The remaining 20% of the grade will be assessed through the completion of an extended coursework investigation. There will be two external examinations taken in the summer of year 12. Should students choose not to progress into year 13, then these results will form the basis for their AS grade. For students who do continue their study into year 13, these results will not go towards their final grade. They will however be an excellent indicator of potential achievement by the end of the two year course. In year 12, students will study an anthology of poetry as well as a prose novel for their examination Views and Voices which is worth 50% of the AS course. They will also study a collection of non-fiction texts, through which they will become competent with their linguistic analysis skills. They will also study transformative writing. These two areas of study will be assessed in their Unit 2 examination People and Places which is also worth 50% of the AS course. In year 13, students will read a prose text which focusses on representation of society and practise producing their own original writing on the theme writing about society. They will also study a drama text. These topics will be assessed in the A Level paper 2 Exploring Conflict. In addition, students will revise the topics covered in year 12, for A Level paper 1 Telling Stories. Further to the two external examinations, the coursework investigation Making Connections will be completed within the Autumn term of year 13. Throughout all areas of the course, there will be a large emphasis on linguistic analysis skills, and as such students will need to learn and revise a wide range of relevant terminology. They will also address the structure and quality of their essay responses. The coursework will familiarise students with research and data collection/analysis skills which is relevant to future degree level study.

This year in Language and Literature

In year 12, students will study an anthology of poetry as well as a prose novel for their examination Views and Voices which is worth 50% of the AS course. The anthology of poetry will focus on the poets John Donne, Robert Browning, Seamus Heaney and Carol-Ann Duffy. This part of the subject content is concerned with the nature and function of poetic voice in the telling of events and the presentation of people. Students will also study Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. They will learn to analyse the language choices made by writers in order to study: point of view; characterisation; presentation of time and space/place; narrative structure. For their second examination People and Places, students will study an anthology of non-fiction texts which all represent aspects of Paris. As well as learning how to apply a range of frameworks to the analysis of these texts, they will also look at aspects of mode, audience, form and genre. Students will then be asked to write a comparative essay about two prescribed extracts. They will also cover transformative writing; students will practise re-writing source texts (from the Paris anthology) for a range of audiences, purposes, modes and genres and will reflect on their own language choices in doing so. In the summer term, following their summer exams, students will start to approach the coursework task. They will look at a range of analysis and research methods, so that they can make a decision about what their specific focus will be. They can then spend the summer preparing for this task, by reading up on their chosen topic, researching and choosing texts, and beginning to analyse the language in their texts. The skills covered in the first year of the course provide the foundations for the course of study in year 13.

Independent Study expectation

Students will usually be set approximately two hours of formal independent study each week. This may include annotation of texts, practise essay responses, or independent reading and research. It is also expected that students will spend a further two hours consolidating and organising their class notes and revising any content which has been covered in lessons. Students will also have opportunities to submit further practise exam responses should they wish to receive feedback from their class teachers.

Other Information

Students will need to buy copies of set texts (but not of anthologies.) The texts being studied are subject to change and will be confirmed by their class teachers. Some resources such as past papers can be accessed on the AQA website. Students will also be given user accounts which will allow them to view their anthologies online. When studying for their coursework, students will be expected to read a range of texts as part of their research. This can include books on linguistic analysis or critical literary theory. This may also include online sources. Class teachers will recommend such texts based on each student’s area of interest.

Faculty

Science

Subject

Biology

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

Paper 1 – Breadth in Biology • Covers all topics studied in Year 12 • 90 minutes written exam • 70 marks (20 marks are multiple choice questions, 50 marks are short answer questions) Paper 2 – Depth in Biology • Covers all topics studied in Year 12 • 90 minutes written exam • 70 marks (All short or long answer questions)

This year in Biology

Module 1: Development of practical skills in Biology This unit will be taught through various practical activities included in the other units. You will be assessed on practical techniques by written questions in exams. Module 2: Foundations in Biology o Structure of the cell o Biological molecules (Water, carbohydrates, proteins and lipids) o DNA o Enzymes o Biological membranes o Cell division – Mitosis, meiosis, specialised cells and stem cells Module 3: Exchange and transport o Exchange surfaces and breathing (Mammals, fish and insects) o Transport systems in animals o Transport systems in plants Module 4: Biodiversity, evolution and disease o Communicable diseases (Infections, immune response and vaccination) o Biodiversity and conservation o Classification and evolution Practical Endorsement: As well as exams, students will be assessed on your practical skills frequently throughout the 2 years of the A-level course. Students receive a pass or fail grade based on these tasks, but it will not affect their overall grade, as this is only based on exams.

Independent Study expectation

Students will be expected to do pre-lesson reading each week in order to maximise the time that can be spent in lessons on more demanding concepts and application of knowledge. Examination questions will be given most lessons to assess how students are progressing.

Other Information

You will be provided with a text book for the course but this just covers the basics of the course. There is an expectation that students will use the internet to find their own sources of information

Faculty

Science

Subject

Chemistry

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

OCR Chemistry A Paper 1 - Breadth in Chemistry • Covers all topics studied in Year 12 • 90 minutes written exam • 70 marks (20 marks are multiple choice questions, 50 marks are short answer questions) Paper 2 - Depth in Chemistry • Covers all topics studied in Year 12 • 90 minutes written exam • 70 marks (All short or long answer questions)

This year in Chemistry

Module 1: Practical skills in Chemistry This unit will be taught through various practical activities included in the other units. You will be assessed on practical techniques by written questions in exams. Module 2: Foundations in Chemistry o Atoms and reactions o Electrons, bonding and structure Module 3: The Periodic table and energy o The periodic table o Physical chemistry Module 4: Core organic chemistry o Hydrocarbons o Basic organic chemistry o Alcohols, halo alkanes and analysis Practical Endorsement: As well as exams, students will be assessed on your practical skills frequently throughout the 2 years of the A-level course. Students receive a pass or fail grade based on these tasks, but it will not affect their overall grade, as this is only based on exams.

Independent Study

Other Information

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Faculty

Science

Subject

Physics

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

OCR Physics A Paper 1 - Breadth in Physics • Covers all topics studied in Year 12 • 90 minutes written exam • 70 marks (20 marks are multiple choice questions, 50 marks are short answer questions) Paper 2 - Depth in Physics • Covers all topics studied in Year 12 • 90 minutes written exam • 70 marks (All short or long answer questions)

This year in Physics

Module 1: Practical skills in Physics This unit will be taught through various practical activities included in the other units. You will be assessed on practical techniques by written questions in exams. Module 2: Foundations of Physics o Physical quantities, units and measurements o Nature of quantities Module 3: Forces and motion o Motion o Forces in action o Work, energy and power o Materials o Newton’s laws of motion Module 4: Electrons, waves and photons o Electricity: Charge and current o Electricity: Energy, power and resistance o Electricity: Electrical circuits o Waves o Quantum Physics Practical Endorsement: As well as exams, students will be assessed on your practical skills frequently throughout the 2 years of the A-level course. Students receive a pass or fail grade based on these tasks, but it will not affect their overall grade, as this is only based on exams.

Independent Study expectation

Other Information

Faculty

Science

Subject

BTEC Science

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

Examination Board: Pearson/Edexcel Title: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Science Equivalence: 1 A-level Units 1 and 3 will be assessed in June of Year 12 Unit 1 - Principles and Applications of Science I • Assessed by a written exam in May/June of Year 12 • 90 minute examination • 90 marks (30 Biology, 30 Chemistry and 30 Physics) • Range of question types, including multiple choice and long answer questions Unit 2 - Practical scientific procedures and techniques • Assessed by completing written assignments in class • Work spread over 4 learning aims (Learning aims A-D) • Assessed internally (By your teachers) Unit 3 - Science investigation skills • Assessed by a written task • You will first complete a practical activity in class, then complete a written task under exam conditions • The written task is externally marked • Written task is completed in 90 minutes Unit 4 - Optional topic • In-depth study of a topic in one of the three sciences, chosen by your teacher • Assessed by completing written assignments in class • Assessed internally (By your teachers)

This year in BTEC Science

Students will spend year 12 being taught the subject knowledge and skills for all the units and will sit the external examinations in units 1 and 3. Unit 1: Principles and applications of Science I o In this unit you will study key concepts from all three sciences, including: • Biology: Cell structure and function, specialised cells and tissues • Chemistry: Structure, bonding and the Periodic table • Physics: Waves and communication Unit 2: Practical scientific procedures and techniques o In this unit you will study a range of laboratory techniques, which are used in science industries Unit 3: Science investigation skills o In this unit you will develop the skills of planning detailed scientific investigations in a range of scenarios Unit 4 o The fourth unit will involve an in-depth study of one specific area in one of the three sciences

Independent Study expectation

Students will be expected to complete assignment work after each lesson. This will involve research in preparation for lessons and also completion of work.

Faculty

Humanities

Subject

Geography

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

Exam Board: AQA Units of study and assessment: Component 1 – Physical Geography and people and the environment Examined in a 90 minute written exam. 80 marks and worth 50% of AS grade - Coastal systems and landscapes - Hazards Component 2 – Human geography and geography fieldwork investigation Examined in a 90 minute written exam. 80 marks and worth 50% of AS grade - Changing places - Geography fieldwork investigation and geographical skills All exams will be sat at the end of year 12.

This year in Geography

Students will study: Coastal systems and landscapes. In this topic students will learn about the systems that operate along the coastline and the different geomorphological and coastal process that are at work to shape the coastal landscape and its landforms. It also covers the different approaches to managing the coast and the impact of sea level change and climate change. Hazards This topic focuses on hazards on the lithosphere and atmosphere. Students will study plate tectonics and the associated seismic and volcanic hazards, their impacts and management. The topic will also cover storm and fire hazards and their impacts and management. Changing places This unit looks at the concept of place and their character. It will also look at how places are changing and their interconnections with other places. Finally students will learn about the importance of meaning and representations attached to places by people. Geographical fieldwork investigation and geographical skills As part of the course students are required to undertake 2 days of fieldwork that includes both human and physical geography. In the end of year exam students will be asked a range of multiple join, short and longer answer questions relating to the planning of the their fieldwork, their data collection, analysis of data, conclusions and evaluation.

Homework / Independent Study expectation

Pupils will receive regular independent study which will usually present itself in the form of practise exam questions, research tasks or activities designed to consolidate and expand on classroom learning. They will also be expected to read around the topics they are studying.

Other Information

Students will need to attend 2 days of fieldwork trips to enable them to complete the second exam component.

Faculty

Humanities

Subject

History

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

The Year 12 OCR History course allows pupils to attain an AS Level. Pupils will study two modules, one led by Mr Jolly which covers Britain from 1930 to 1997 and the other module will be led by Mr Hammond which covers the French Revolution and the rule of Napoleon. Pupils will sit one exam for each of these modules (worth 50% each of their final AS grade) in the summer of Year 12.

This year in History

In the Britain 1930-1997 module, pupils will study a range of events from Churchill’s prewar political career to the rise of New Labour in 1997, via Profumo and Thatcher plus other significant events from the period. The module is split into two sections with the first part a source based enquiry topic on Churchill 1930-1951, while the second section on Britain 1951-1997 is more content driven in order to reach a historical judgement. The French Revolution and the rule of Napoleon 1774-1815 module is divided into four sections: the causes of the Revolution and the events of 1789, the Revolution from October 1789 to the Directory of 1795, Napoleon Bonaparte to 1807, and finally the decline and fall of Napoleon 1807-1815. Of these, the first and third sections are interpretation topics for which students understanding of historical interpretations and their ability to analyse and evaluate them will be assessed in the exam. The rest of the exam has an emphasis on the use of knowledge and understanding to form a historical judgement, and can be on any of the four sections.

Independent Study expectation

Pupils will be set reading regularly which they will need to complete questions on to add to their class notes. Pupils will also have to research various aspects of the course prior to lessons. Pupils will also be set practise exam questions to answer. It is expected that pupils undertake wider reading for both modules outside of that set by the class teacher.

Other Information

The core text for the France in Revolution and the rule of Napoleon is France in Revolution (5th ed.) by Dylan Rees. A useful summary is Enquiring History: The French Revolution by Dave Martin, while a brilliant short introduction is The French Revolution: A very short introduction by William Doyle. The core text for the Britain 1930-1997 module is Hodder’s OCR A Level History: Britain 1930-1997 by Mike Wells and Nicola Fellows.

Faculty

Humanities

Subject

Psychology

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

The Year 12 AQA Psychology AS course allows pupils to study several topics areas across a broad range of psychological fields. These topic areas include: Social Influence, Memory, Attachment, Approaches in Psychology, Psychopathology, and Research Methods. The course is assessed through two 1.5 hour exams which will be sat in May 2017. Each is worth 50% of the AS course and total of 72 marks are available in each.

This year in Psychology

For social influence students will look at the role of conformity and obedience in shaping our behaviour and which factors can affect these processes. Memory looks at the theories associated with long-term and short-term memory, how memory can be affect by anxiety or age, and how eyewitness testimonies can be improved. In attachment students will have the opportunity to study the process of attachment formation and why the formation of attachments is vital for our survival. We will also look at the types of attachment and what happens when an attachment isn’t formed or is broken. Approaches inspect the different perspectives that each main psychological perspective takes when explaining human behaviour. In psychopathology pupils will investigate abnormal behaviour; its classifications, symptoms and treatments. Finally in research methods student will examine how psychological research is carried out and have their own opportunity to participate in the experimental process.

Independent Study expectation

Pupils will be expected to add to their class notes by reading around the topic areas and theories covered in each lesson. Pupils will also have to research various aspects of the course prior to lessons. Pupils will be set practise exam questions to answer. It is expected that pupils undertake wider investigation and reading on all modules outside of that set by the class teacher.

Other Information

The core text for the AS Psychology is ‘Illuminate AQA Psychology for A-level Year 1 & AS’ by Flanagan and Berry. Students will have access to a digital version of this book but purchase of a hard copy can be beneficial. Other useful texts are the Oxford Psychology A-level Year 1 & AS ‘Complete Companion Student Book’ and ‘Revision & Exam Companion’. Both are by Cardwell and McIlveen. It is also recommended that all students follow Mr Moss’ Twitter feed (@MrJMoss1) where they are informed about a range of useful websites, podcasts or TV programmes which will consolidate or expand their learning.

Faculty

Humanities

Subject

Sociology

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

The Year 12 AQA Sociology AS course gives pupils the chance to study the main sociological perspectives across two prominent areas of society: Families & Households and Education. The course is assessed through two 1.5 hour exams which will be sat in May 2017. Each is worth 50% of the AS course and total of 60 marks are available in each.

This year in Sociology

As part of their study of families & households pupils will look; at sociological perspectives of the role and importance of family. How households have changed in their make up over the last century and how attitudes have changed alongside these. Demographic trends in the birth rate, death rate and migration. Patterns of childhood and how the status of children in the family and within society has changed. Lastly, pupils will examine how the division of labour within families is split and how this correlates to culture and societal trends. In the second unit of education student will look at how academic achievement is affected by various factors inside and outside of school. This will include the influence of social class, ethnicity and gender. Pupils will also look Government policy surrounding education, specifically policies of selection, marketisation & privatisation, and policies to achieve greater equality. Finally students will study the ways in which sociological theory is investigated; common research methods, issues surrounding subjectivity and the theoretical, practical or ethical considerations influencing choice of topic or method.

Independent Study expectation

Other Information

The core text for the AS Sociology is the Napier Press ‘AQA A-level Sociology Book One’ by Webb and Westergaard. Students could also look at the Polity Press ‘Sociology for AQA, Vol. 1: AS and 1st-Year A Level’ by Browne. It is also recommended that all students follow Mr Moss’ Twitter feed (@MrJMoss1) where they are informed about a range of useful websites, podcasts or TV programmes which will consolidate or expand their learning.

Faculty

Modern Foreign Languages

Subject

French and Spanish

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

AQA Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Writing (1 hour 45 minutes) 45% of AS total - Aspects of French/ Spanish-speaking society: current trends - Artistic culture in the French/ Spanish-speaking world - Grammar Paper 2 Writing (1 hour 30 minutes) 25% of AS total - One text or film - Grammar Paper 3 Speaking (12-14 minutes) 30% of AS - 1 sub theme from Aspects of French/ Spanish-speaking society: current trends - 1 sub theme from Artistic culture in the French/ Spanish speaking world

This year in French and Spanish

1. I. II. III.

Social issues and trends The changing nature of family Cyber Society The place of voluntary work

2. I. II. music III.

Artistic culture A culture proud of its heritage Contemporary French/ Spanish Cinema: the 7th art form

3. Grammar - Nouns - Articles - Adjectives

- Numerals - Adverbs - Quantifiers/intensifiers - Pronouns - Verbs - Prepositions - Conjunctions - Negation - Questions - Commands - Word order - Other constructions - Discourse markers - Fillers

Independent Study expectation

Students will have 1 hour of Independent study per 1 hour of lessons in school. Homework will consist of the following activities… • Vocabulary revision (from students’ handbook) • Reading activities in booklets • Listening activities in booklets • Writing tasks: translation/ essays • Grammar exercises • Research tasks • In addition to independent study, we also recommend that pupils regularly do enrichment type activities as outlined below…

Other Information

As well as www.youtube.com being a hive of information, there are fantastic resources available online. We recommend the following websites for keeping up to date with news and current affairs French http://www.1jour1actu.com http://www.phosphore.com http://www.ados.fr Spanish https://www.newsinslowspanish.com Also there are some useful websites to support with the cultural elements of the course French http://www.institut-francais.org.uk http://www.cinema-francais.fr http://www.allocine.fr

Spanish http://www.rtve.es http://www.londonspanishfilmfestival.com http://www.cineario.com There are some excellent websites to help practice the grammar, reading and listening aspects of A level French http://www.s-cool.co.uk http://www.french-games.net http://www.zut.org.uk Spanish http://www.spanishrevision.co.uk http://conjuguemos.com

Faculty

Modern Foreign Languages

Subject

Italian

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

EDEXCEL Unit 1: Spoken Expression and Response in Italian (8-10 mins 30% of AS) Section A: Response to a stimulus card on student’s chose topic Section B: Discussion of chosen topic and general conversation Unit 2: Understanding and Written Response in Italian (2 hours 30mins 70% AS) Section A: Listening of authentic Italian-language material Section B: Reading of authentic Italian-language material Section C: Writing in the form of a letter, report or artice in response to a short printed Italian-language stimulus (200-220 words)

This year in French and Spanish

Youth culture and concerns Music and fashion Technology (eg MP3/blogs/mobile phones/ internet/games) Relationships (family/friendships and peer pressure) Drink, drugs, sex Lifestyle: health and Fitness Sport and exercise Food and diet Health issues (eg smoking, skin cancer, health services) The world around us: travel, tourism, environmental issues and the Italianspeaking world Tourist information, travel and transport Weather (eg natural disasters, climate change) Pollution and recycling

Education and employment Education (schooling and higher education) Education policy and student issues The world of work (eg the changing work scene, job opportunities and unemployment) Grammar Nouns Articles Adjectives Numerals Adverbs Quantifiers/intensifiers Pronouns Verbs Prepositions

Conjunctions Negation Questions Commands Word order Other constructions Discourse markers Fillers

Independent Study expectation

Students will have 1 hour of Independent study per 1 hour of lessons in school. Homework will consist of the following activities… • Vocabulary revision (from students’ handbook) • Reading activities in booklets • Listening activities in booklets • Writing tasks: translation/ essays • Grammar exercises • Research tasks In addition to independent study, we also recommend that pupils regularly do enrichment type activities as outlined below…

Other Information

http://www.kcl.ac.uk/artshums/depts/mlc/lrc/ language-resources/italian.aspx http://onlineitalianclub.com/free_italian_ exercises/italian_level_test.html http://www.cruciverbaonline.it http://www.pianetascuola.it

Also there are some useful websites to support with the cultural elements of the course http://www.italiancinemalondon.com http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/arts/ modernlanguages/currentstudents/ undergraduate/italian/modules/ modulesyears34/it313/ There are some excellent websites to help practice the grammar, reading and listening aspects of A level

Faculty

Business and Computing

Subject

BTEC ICT

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

Unit 2 - Creating Systems to Manage Information Ten hour practical exam set and marked by Pearson 66 marks Sat in June 2017 Worth 25% of course Unit 3 - Using Social Media in Business Controlled Assessment internally assessed 90 Guided Learning Hours Worth 25% of course

This year in BTEC ICT

Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage information o This unit will be taught through various projects. Students will learn about relational databases and how to run SQL queries to generate useful information. The unit is assessed at the end of Y12 when students will sit a 10 hour practical exam in the classroom, testing them on what they have learnt throughout the year. The exam is then sent off and externally marked by Pearson. Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business o This unit will make students think about how social media has grown so rapidly over the last few years. They will explore how businesses use social media to promote their products and services. Students will also implement social media activities in a business to meet requirements. This unit is assessed throughout Y12 and is internally assessed.

Independent Study expectation

Students are expected to manage their workload for Unit 3 as there are strict submission deadlines and time management is essential to be successful. Students are also expected to undertake a minimum of 1hr a week independent study, reading around the subject to best prepare them for the exam.

Other Information

As this is a new specification, a revision guide is being created for Unit 2. More information will be provided when released by Pearson and Hodder Publishing.

Faculty

Business and Computing

Subject

Business Studies

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

Theme 1 - Marketing and People 1hr 30 external exam 80 marks Sat in June 2017 Worth 50% of course Theme 2 - Managing Business Activities 1hr 30 external exam 80 marks Sat in June 2017 Worth 50% of course

This year in Business Studies

Theme 1: Marketing and People o This unit will teach students how businesses target customers and sustain success. The unit is externally assessed. Students will learn: • meeting customer needs • the market • marketing mix and strategy • managing people • entrepreneurs and leaders. Theme 2: Managing Business Activities o This unit will teach students how businesses manage their finances, employees and external factors. Students will learn: • raising finance • financial planning • managing finance • resource management • external influences

Independent Study expectation

Students are expected to spend at least 2 hrs a week reading around the subject. Students should go onto BBC Business website and keep up to date with the latest business and economic news. Tutor2U is also a great website to do Independent Study reading.

Other Information

There is a fantastic revision guide for Theme 1 and 2 that Edexcel has created. It is: Edexcel Business A Level Year 1: Including AS by Ian Marcouse (Author), Andrew Hammond (Author), Nigel Watson (Author) ISBN: 1471847764 Price: £24.99

Faculty

Technology

Subject

Fashion and Textiles

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

This specification provides the opportunities for students, through the study of their chosen focus area, to develop an understanding of the designing process, the development of prototypes and the manufacturing of products in a range of materials. Students are to be made aware that there is an exam element to this course, for which it is expected that self-study and preparation is undertaken to achieve success.

This year in Fashion and Textiles

You will have a summer independent study to complete. This will be about your ability to research and investigate an interest of your own. The task is to complete a sketch book and make a garment in line with your chosen theme. This is assessed based on your creativity and resourceful approach to the independence of the tasks. Examination 50% of AS, 25% of A Level 2 hour written paper Written exam paper where students chose 5 questions from section A and answer a longer essay question in section B testing the knowledge and understanding of pupils Coursework 50% of AS, 25% of A Level Coursework – approx. 40 hours (Designing 85 marks, making 65 marks, total = 150 marks) Candidates are required to submit a single, substantial project for assessment in DT2. The project is to consist of a design folio, supported by a sketchbook and the associated garments. Students are expected to purchase materials and art supplies for this course. It is benefical to have access to a sewing machine at home.

Independent Study expectation

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Students should develop an interest in the theoretical aspect of the subject and continue their reading/watch Fashion &Textiles documentaries outside of the classroom and teaching times. Students should visit as many exhibitions, museum’s as possible to help develop their subject knowledge and appreciation of Product Design in society and a passion for the subject. V&A, Fashion &Textiles MUSEUM, The Costume Museum and potential University Fashion Shows. Attending after school workshops can improve progression and enjoyment of the subject (and is compulsory if lessons are missed due to absences). Homework will focus on the collection of research which will help in the development of the design and a prototype model (and again is compulsory during the early stages of the coursework project). Students should further practise the skills and techniques demonstrated in lessons, outside of the classroom and produce their own designs using Programs such as Photoshop and Illustrator.

Students will need their own sketch books for this course and should invest in drawing materials such as graphic pencils, coloured pencils, fine liner pens and tools to be able to illustrate effectively. Students should also invest in an A3 carry portfolio to carry their resources to and from home. Investing in a digital camera is important and students should have their own resources which will help them at home such as model making equipment. Sewing machine and sewing resources are desirable to continue learning outside of the classroom.

Useful websites : Access to the school Frog system, A login to an Edmodo account (a group share of resources, teaching activities and homework tasks), Pinterest, Fashion Era, Textiles4u, Youtube, Polyvore, Central Saint Martins, London College of Fashion Helpful books : Metric PATTERN Cutting, 9 heads- Fashion Illustration Book, Patterns of Fashion, Textiles at the cutting edge by Lesley Cresswell , Textile innovation by Ros Hibbert

Faculty

Technology

Subject

Product Design

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

This year in Photography

You will have already gained a knowledge and understanding of Design and Technology through the study of a GCSE specification in Design and Technology or a GCSE in Engineering. Topics studied this year include; • Designing and innovation (developing students abilities to design and investigating products, designers and era’s and how they do influence design) • Product Analysis (techniques to analyse a product in detail meeting the requirements of different user groups) • Materials and components (developing an appreciation of a wide range of materials and components) • Industrial and commercial practice (the techniques involved in producing products) • Making (the production of commercially viable products) Course break down Examination 40% of AS, 20% of A Level 2 hour written paper Written exam paper where students chose 5 questions from section A and answer a longer essay question in section B testing the knowledge and understanding of pupils Coursework 60% of AS, 30% of A Level Coursework – approx. 40 hours (Designing 85 marks, making 65 marks, total = 150 marks) Candidates are required to submit a single, substantial project for assessment in DT2.The project is to consist of a design folio, supported by a sketchbook and the associated product. A contribution to the cost of materials is to be expected especially if you decide to produce products which is large in size, or uses a range of materials which the Department does not hold in stock.

Independent Study expectation

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Students should develop an interest in the theoretical aspect of the subject and continue their reading/watch Product Design and Engineering documentaries outside of the classroom and teaching times. Students should visit as many exhibitions, museum’s as possible to help develop their subject knowledge and appreciation of Product Design in society and a passion for the subject. Suggest the Design Museum, Science Museum, The Brunel Museum, London Transport Museum, British Motor Museum Attending after school workshops can improve progression and enjoyment of the subject (and is compulsory if lessons are missed due to absences). Homework will focus on the collection of research which will help in the development of the design and a prototype model (and again is compulsory during the early stages of the coursework project). Students should further practise the skills and techniques demonstrated in lessons, outside of the classroom and produce their own prototype artefacts. Programs such as GOOGLE SKETCHUP, 123DDESIGN, Photoshop, Autodesk, Auto CAD Students will need their own sketch books for this course and should invest in drawing materials such as graphic pencils, coloured pencils, fine liner pens and tools to be able to illustrate effectively. Students should also invest in an A3 carry portfolio to carry their resources to and from home. Investing in a digital camera is important and students should have their own resources which will help them at home such as model making equipment. Useful websites : Access to the school Frog system, A login to an Edmodo account (a group share of resources, teaching activities and homework tasks), Pinterest, University Product Design Department Pages, BBC ClipBank- Engineering and Product Design, You Tube – Producttank (video clips about the process of developing ideas), TechnologyStudent.com

Helpful books : Deconstructing Product Design by William Lidwell and Gerry Manacsa, A Level Product Design By Brian Evans and Will Potts (Nelson Thornes Press) – Recommended, OCR Design and Technology for A Level (Hodder Education) – WJEC do not currently publish a supporting text book and this one is a very detailed book and covers the requirements of the WJEC course.

Faculty

Creative Arts

Subject

Art and Design

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

AS Art & Design –Personal Creative Enquiry Exam Board - Eduqas 100% Coursework

This year in AS Art and Design

Term 1 – Develop the starting point of ‘Distortion of Form’ through workshops exploring a range of media and scale. Students will be encouraged to take an individual and independent approach to their work throughout their AS course. Term 2/3 – students will take an element of their work from the first term and investigate and develop in depth. They will work towards producing a final outcome that fully reflects their journey. Work will be assessed internally then an external moderator will come in and verify all marks.

Students will be assessed using the following criteria

AO1 Develop ideas through sustained and focused investigations informed by contextual and other sources, demonstrating analytical and critical understanding. AO2 Explore and select appropriate resources, media, materials, techniques and processes, reviewing and refining ideas as work develops. AO3 Record ideas, observations and insights relevant to intentions, reflecting critically on work and progress. AO4 Present a personal and meaningful response that realises intentions and, where appropriate, makes connections between visual and other elements. The table below shows the weighting and marks available for each assessment objective of the qualification’s single component.

Independent Study expectation

Students across all of the subjects are expected to complete the same number of hours working independently as they have lessons in their subject. Due to the nature of the subject ‘Personal Creative Enquiry’, students are expected to spend the majority of the year exploring ways to develop their ideas as in depth as possible.

Other Information

Students will be expected to extend their learning and inform their ideas, by visiting exhibitions and galleries both locally and nationally if possible. Websites: Pinterest, Deviant Art, Flikr, Studentartguide, Saatchi Online, Tate.org Equipment: Equipment is supplied for any class work undertaken, but students are expected to buy sketchbooks for any projects and also have the facilities and equipment to work independently.

Faculty

Creative Arts

Subject

BTEC Art Extended Diploma

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

BTEC Extended Diploma –equivalent to x3 A’Levels Exam Board - Edexcel 100% Coursework

This year in Art & Design

In BTEC Art & Design: Extended Diploma students over the 2 years are required to cover 18 units which are graded Pass, Merit or Distinction. In the year 12 BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design, the students will covered 4 Core units and 5 Specialist units of work. They will start the year with a School Ambience project, where they follow the traditional art route by developing a sketchbook of work. They will then produce a final piece of work to go up in school. They will follow this project with the ‘Letterforms’ unit, where the students have to create a font alphabet which shows consideration for a range of different types of fonts as well as information on how these letter types are formed, including history and investigations into advertising and marketing methods. Students have to then to decide on a word that best described their personality, and create a 3D sculpture of this word using a range of different materials and considering the properties of each of these materials. The final Core units for the year involves the students visiting Pitt Rivers Museum in Oxford in order to understand their target customer. This project involves students thinking carefully about product and presentation methods to a particular customer, looking at different research methods. The final outcome will involve students presenting to an audience to help with key skills in presentation. In addition to this, students are required to complete 3 extra units to meet the criteria for the Extended Diploma. These units are selected to develop the strengths and interests of the BTEC students, and these could include Observational Unit of work, looking at a subject matter of their choice or Painting in Fine Art, where students develop their painting skills using different methods, materials and scale. How Is My Work Assessed? Work is assessed continuously throughout the course. You will build up your grades in 18 BTEC units. Your work will also be assessed again at the end of the course when you stage an exhibition. Your teachers mark your work against published assessment criteria. An examiner from EDEXCEL will check the assessments each year. At the end of the course the marks you have been given for each unit are added up and you are then awarded a BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction

Independent Study expectation

Students across all of the subjects are expected to complete the same number of hours working independently as they have lessons in their subject. Due to the nature of the subject, students are expected to spend the majority of the year exploring ways to develop their ideas as in depth as possible. Students will be given 2 weeks once their work is submitted to review and re-submit their work.

Other Information

Students will be expected to extend their learning and inform their ideas, by visiting exhibitions and galleries both locally and nationally if possible. Websites: Pinterest, Deviant Art, Flikr, Studentartguide, Saatchi Online, Tate.org Equipment: An A2 portfolio will be on sale to students at the beginning of year 9 which includes a set of materials that will be needed to complete their art course. The portfolio includes A2 card, watercolour paints and brushes, oil pastels, range of pencils, scissors and other essentials.

Faculty

Physical Education

Subject

Physical Education

Year

Year 12

Course Overview

Exam board: AQA Units of Study: Paper 1: Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport: • Section A: Applied physiology • Section B: Skill acquisition and sports psychology • Section C: Sport and society and technology in sport Non-exam assessment: Practical performance in physical activity and sport • Students assessed as a performer or coach in the full sided version of one activity. • Plus: written/verbal analysis of performance. Assessment: Paper 1: Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport. • Written exam: 2 hours • 84 marks • 70 % of AS Non-exam assessment: Practical performance in physical activity and sport • Internal assessment, external moderation • 90 marks • 30 % of AS

This year in AS PE

Year 12 students will cover the following theoretical content: 1. Applied anatomy and physiology 2. Skill acquisition 3. Sport and society 4. Biomechanical movement 5. Sport psychology 6. Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport Pupils will practice their exam technique in preparation for their final exams. Exam questions are structured accordingly: • Section A: multiple choice, short answer and extended writing (28 marks) • Section B: multiple choice, short answer and extended writing (28 marks) • Section C: multiple choice, short answer and extended writing (28 marks) Students will be given classwork books and assessment folders at the beginning of the academic year. Students must ensure they complete all assessment work in their assessment books and performance learning checklists (PLCs) must be completed after each topic has been taught. PLCs will identify if pupils require more individualised learning plans. Students will be required to complete independent learning tasks and they must be prepared to work outside the allocated lesson time. There may be no practical lessons although some theory topics may be taught through practical settings and students will be expected to have appropriate sports kit for lessons. Students must dedicate a great deal of their independent learning time to their coursework project. They will receive feedback from their draft submission and they must be prepared to meet deadlines. Please note that students will be expected to provide practical footage of their sports performance. This should start to be gathered as soon as they start the course. How will students be assessed? Students will be assessed often and frequently throughout Year 12 on their theoretical knowledge and understanding for topics. Students will be assessed by end of topic tests as well as half termly tests and will sit a mock exam after Christmas.

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Weekly application of knowledge based tasks to consolidate learning Completed past papers. Coursework project. Consolidate learning each week with the use of the mypeexam online tool. All students will benefit from a subscription to mypeexam Pupils would benefit from purchasing a revision guide for the AQA syllabus. Pupils should create their practical assessment videos on the I Movie app. For further information about the course please refer to the new A/S specification: http://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/pe/specifications/AQA-7581-SP-2016-V1-0.PDF Useful resources and updates can be found at http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/ physical-education/as-and-a-level/physical-education-7581 Pupils and parents can email jmaidment@woodrushhigh.worcs.sch.uk for further information