SIMON BALLE SCHOOL

Welcome to Simon Balle School. This is indeed a special place and we believe it is quite different to many other local secondary schools. Everyone who knows us or visits our school speaks of our distinct ethos with its strong sense of mutual support and loyalty. We have a clear vision; all students will be set challenging academic and personal targets and given the support and encouragement to succeed. An outstanding education experience is the greatest gift that we can give our young people who will be the leaders of future generations. As the world is rapidly changing and we need to ensure that the current Year 6 students are ready and able to gain employment and contribute to the wider community, until they retire in 2067. We are a school that places teaching and learning at the heart of all we do. Academic results are incredibly important. Our curriculum is fairly traditional with a great emphasis upon additional out of hours learning, clubs and visits. Our values drive all we do; creativity, hard work, mutual respect, and honesty are constantly reinforced. However, we are forward looking and innovative. Students really enjoy school and are extremely committed as they understand the relevance of what they are doing. We are constantly seeking to improve as we begin to understand how we become global citizens, digitally educated and able to contribute effectively to the 21st century. Personal development is also central at Simon Balle. Ofsted awarded us outstanding grades for all aspects of our work; behaviour, attendance, safe practices, health and cultural development. Relationships at Simon Balle are exceptionally good; newcomers are welcomed and the feeling of an ‘effective family’ is often commented upon. Guidance and support are key aspects of our work. Students know that they are listened to and that together we work for improvement. Ofsted judged us to be

‘a delightful place in which to learn and teach.’

Come along and experience first hand opportunities at Simon Balle School In this brochure we have tried to ‘capture’ some of the important areas of our school to help you to discover what we stand for and what we are trying to achieve for every student. Alison Saunders Headteacher

OUR SPECIALISM

We are a high performing ‘Humanities’ College; this however does not mean that we are only excellent at teaching Humanities subjects. Students achieve top grades in every subject and there are great opportunities for scientists, mathematicians, artists, musicians, linguists, sports men and women and so on. Our ‘Humanities’ ethos is a statement of how we teach and of our identity. We want to encourage research, enquiry and debate; all hallmarks of Humanities disciplines. We want all students to understand the wider world, the past and be equipped as future Global Citizens. We are not backward looking or insular; we are forward thinking and proactive, always looking for new opportunities and experiences. All students study separate Humanities subjects at Key Stage 3 and a large proportion choose to study two at GCSE and A Level. RE is taught to all students as well as being offered as a full course option. We follow Hertfordshire’s locally agreed syllabus. Whilst parents do have the right to seek exclusions from all or part of the course, no one currently does. Members of the Governing Body, October 2010 David Spring (Chair) LEA Governor Russell Andrews Parent Governor Anthony Boronte Parent Governor Bonnie Bristow Community Governor Caroline Brown LEA Governor Paul Connolly Parent Governor Viv Jones Community Governor Simon Knott Community Governor Ben Miller Teacher Governor Alison Morris Parent Governor Maxine Rensch LEA Governor Lynn Salt Support Staff Governor Alison Saunders Headteacher Governor Judith Swindell Parent Governor Nicky Traynor Teacher Governor Rachel Southall LEA Governor Richard Watson Community Governor Loucas Xenophontos Parent Governor

21st CENTURY LEARNING

Two recent projects perhaps capture our approach to 21st century learning. Our newly transformed library combines the ‘traditional’ collection of books with hi-tech digital tools which ‘connect’ to the world’s knowledge. The space and lighting have been designed to reflect students’ needs and to create an area to think, research and share experiences. Our guest of honour at our official opening (21st September 2010) was Roger Walshe, who is Head of Learning at the British Library. We are working closely with national libraries, who are also undertaking a similar re-visioning and renaissance to ensure that they meet the needs of the 21st Century. Our food room has undergone a complete transformation to enlarge the space and give every student the opportunity to cook. ‘Food Technology’ is very popular; students love to cook and experiment with food. The room is bright and airy, full of modern equipment including a catering area. We shall now be able to enhance what we offer, integrate technology into our lessons and encourage more students to take up food technology.

SPORT AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION AT SIMON BALLE

Sport has recently taken on a much higher profile at Simon Balle. We are proud of the range of activities on offer which allows students to develop their skills and interests both inside the classroom and during extra-curricular activities. Individual students and our sports teams have had success at district, regional, and national level over the past academic year. Students have excelled in team sports including basketball, hockey, rugby, football and cricket. Outstanding achievement in individual sports have included horse riding, golf, gymnastics, swimming and cycling, the latter at international level. Our team achievements have been equally impressive, particularly our Year 7 students. The girls became the overall District Athletic champions. They also took part in and won the Nicky Morris cup in Athletics. In football the girls became District champions for 11 aside and 6 aside and the boys won the 6 aside District competition. Year 8 also had successes including becoming the Lea Valley basketball champions. The senior girls were runners up at the County netball competition and Year 9 students became orienteering champions. The House System is strong; the PE department runs a large number of competitive events throughout the year, culminating in the popular annual Sports Day where all students participate.

Facilities are equally impressive with a gym, a recently refurbished swimming pool and state of the art fitness centre. The Astro-Turf is well used and the grounds around the school are extensive. Sports Studies is a highly popular option both at GCSE (and BTEC) as well as A Level. Every student in Key Stage 3 and 4 has 2 hours of PE each week and we encourage as many students as possible to continue with some physical activity in the Sixth Form. Links with local clubs are strong (Hertford Hornets, Hertford Hockey, Phoenix Athletics, Saracens Rugby are all key players). We encourage students to take part in coaching and sports leadership qualifications, in local primary schools, and schools for working with students with learning or physical disabilities. Many of our students go on to study PE, Sports Science and Physiotherapy. Indeed currently there are 4 ex Simon Balle students teaching PE at local Hertford Schools!

ART AT SIMON BALLE Our Art department has an incredible reputation for the excellent quality of the work produced. Art is highly popular in our school and at A Level attracts many students from local schools. Results at GCSE and A Level are very strong, with Photography results this year being outstanding with 6A* grades awarded. Facilities within Art are excellent with 3 studios, a photographic dark room, specialist ceramics equipment and Apple Macs. Indeed students are frequently found working in these areas outside of school hours. The emphasis is upon ‘achievement for all’, supported by excellent teaching. Students are positively encouraged to think creatively and are able to explore and experiment with a range of medias, including 3D ceramics, paints, charcoal, pastels and photography. There is a strong focus upon the works of other artists supported by a range of gallery visits. At our annual exhibition our GCSE and A Level work is popular with parents, staff, students and the wider community with pieces this year being borrowed to be part of the “Ware Arts Festival”! Many of our students go on to study related courses at prestigious universities, for example Photography Illustration, Art History, Fashion, Fine Art, Architecture and Textiles, at such places as Goldsmiths, St Martins, Camberwell, Chelsea, Canterbury, Falmouth and Hertfordshire. Student’s commitment is high; indeed many ex students regularly return to support and inspire present students.

MUSIC AT SIMON BALLE

Our music department is unique and special. With 1 in every 3 students learning an instrument, music is part of the very fabric of our school. Last year over 268 musicians took part in our varied ensemble activities. Our choir is over 50 strong and we have a concert band of over 60 musicians of all ages. Many students choose to take instrumental exams; 259 were taken last year. One student even passed a Level 5 University Diploma. Students can study almost any instrument and many sing. ‘Musical Theatre’ exams are increasingly popular. Our ‘Rock School’ attracts many groups and musicians who perform regularly at ‘gigs’ in Hertford. Each year our students go on a music tour to a European destination. Music is very popular as a curriculum subject with large numbers taking GCSE Music, Music A Level and Music Technology. Results are high; indeed students at Simon Balle achieve some of the best results in the country for Music Technology. Many parents and students choose Simon Balle School because of the outstanding music department. Students are inspired by staff who are passionate about music making, and this leads to high motivation, self confidence and real achievement. There is a tradition of students achieving places to study music at some of the Country’s academies and conservatories as well as renowned universities.

GRADED EXAMS TAKEN BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 2009 AND JULY 2010

Practicals Theory Musical Theatre

London College of Music

Debut/Initial 5 Grade 1 48 Grade 2 35 Grade 3 34 Grade 4 33 Grade 5 36 6 3 Grade 6 18 1 Grade 7 14 Grade 8 8 3 Diploma 1 1

PERFORMING ARTS AT SIMON BALLE Both dance and drama are highly popular at our school. Facilities are good and attract students to join our Sixth Form. Indeed the personal attention and support results in a number of talented individuals gaining places at university, drama or dance schools. Drama has a strong ethos at Simon Balle, with students enjoying both their formal lessons and numerous extra curricular activities. Our House Performance Festival, combining the three aspects of drama, dance and music, is a long standing feature of the school calendar and students look forward to being in the Sixth Form when they have the opportunity to direct younger students in this event. Sixth Formers also work with younger students at a weekly Junior Drama Club and increasing support more formal lessons. An annual feature is our participation in the National Schools Shakespeare Festival with over 500 schools taking part. Students from Simon Balle have regularly received acclaim from festival adjudicators on their creativity and delivery. Dance is taught at both GCES and A Level and many students are involved in the examination level Dance Showcase as well as local Dance Festivals. Recent whole school productions have included ‘Oliver’, ‘Annie’ and ‘Daisy Pulls It Off’.

OUR SIXTH FORM We are very proud of our Sixth Form. It is one of the largest in the area, attracting many students from other schools who work alongside over 75% of our own students who choose to study A Levels here. The learning environment is impressive with a dedicated study area, ICT facilities and access to specialist subject rooms out of the school day. All subjects are popular and combinations for choice fairly flexible. For many students this is the best ‘two’ years of their school lives as they take on whole school responsibilities leading clubs and helping younger students, alongside very hard academic work. The careers guidance and individual support offered daily by our dedicated team is outstanding and prepares students for the next stage of their lives. Our Senior Student Leadership Team is selected from the wider year group. They receive vigorous leadership training and are expected to carry out duties, represent the school and work with younger students.

OUR COMMUNITY

As an outward facing school we understand the importance of partnerships with local schools, businesses and community partners. We have very strong links with local primary schools and our transition programme has received national acclaim. Our students work as sports leaders, language ambassadors and musicians in many Hertford primary schools. Our teachers visit and lead assemblies and classes. Year 5 students frequently spend a day each year experiencing what it is like to be in a secondary school. Our annual Gifted and Talented Summer School has received high praise from parents, students and the Local Authority. We link with a number of international schools. We run exchanges with schools in France, Germany and Sweden. Each year we welcome American students as part of a home-stay weekend; in addition there are many visits and trips we organise ourselves to Europe and beyond. We have a very strong link with a South African School whom we support in terms of developing teaching and learning and mutual understanding. In June 2010, once again, two of their teachers visited us and we have spent time in their school on four occasions. In Summer 2011 we hope, for the first time, to organise a visit where students will act as volunteers and helpers on various projects. We have close links with the University of Hertfordshire and other schools locally. Indeed we have been awarded the status as ‘Consultant School’ by the Specialist Schools and Academies Trust in recognition of our good work.

OUR CODE OF CONDUCT Respect for all

o Respect for others o Respect for oneself o Respect for the environment

We are known as an inclusive school, where all students are supported. Our exam results show that all students succeed; we celebrate the achievements of those who excel at their learning as well as those who find learning more challenging. As a maintained Community School, we follow the County’s admission procedures. We have always welcomed students with disabilities, whether physical or those with learning disabilities. Where possible we have adjusted our learning environment to ensure access to buildings, including creating ramps and installing wheelchair platforms making almost 90% of the school site accessible to disabled students and staff. We have three disabled access toilets, a lift in our three storey block and a hoist enabling access to the swimming pool. When remodelling our buildings, we are

aware of the need to ensure that those with physical disabilities can access the full curriculum and other opportunities on offer. Our monitoring and evaluation shows that students with additional educational needs (AEN) make good progress. Our expectations for them are high. They are well supported by staff and their peers. Our holistic approach alongside a commitment to a ‘personalised curriculum’ and close communication with parents enables them to achieve their very best. Teachers plan to differentiate; students may be offered a personalised and appropriate curriculum and are supported by learning mentors, the Learning Support Department and pastoral staff. We want every student to achieve their very personal best and we set ‘stretch’ targets for all students in every Key Stage. Student progress is continuously monitored and tracked. Intervention is directed when necessary; motivation is high. We have many students who are gifted or talented in various areas of the curriculum. There is a large range of clubs and activities aimed at these students as well as challenging work set by class teachers. In addition we do organise ‘gifted and talented’ workshops in a range of subjects and activities. These have recently included experiences for talented artists, musicians, scientists as well as in sports and Humanities areas. Careers advice is equally targeted to meet each student’s need. All students achieve very highly; they enjoy being at our school and want to stay here as long as possible. Simon Balle School has fully embraced the safer recruitment procedures and regular training is in place with regard to child protection.

STUDENT ADMISSIONS 2010 Admissions are made through Hertfordshire County Council. Places are allocated according to the County Council admissions criteria, which are available from Admissions and Transport Team East, Farnham House SFAR109, Six Hills Way, Stevenage. SG1 2FQ or www.hertsdirect.org/admissions.

2009 2010 Number of places available 160 160 Total number of applications 698 700 Total number of places offered 160 160

TOURS OF THE SCHOOL We welcome parents and students to visit us and join in one of our student guided tours which start at 9.15am. Please telephone the school office on 01992 410400 to make an appointment. To minimise disruption we are unable to offer tours during exam periods. For Year 7 entry (September 2011) we are offering tours every morning at 9.15am during the week beginning 18th October. Please telephone the school office to make an appointment for one of these tours and come along to see the school in action.

SCHOOL ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCE: 2009/2010

We take attendance at school very seriously. Missing school (even when there are justifiable reasons) usually results in lower achievement. We want all of our students to try and achieve 100%. Our attendance policy has resulted in reduced absence figures for the majority of our students. This also has had a knock on effect to our unauthorised attendance rate; sometimes we will not grant holidays within school time if students have already taken holidays during the previous 6 month period. This has led to a real improvement and we believe contributed to our improved academic results. All figures are percentages and cover all students of statutory school age.

YEAR 2007-2008 2008-2009 2009-2010 Attendance 94.50 95.70 95.50 Authorised Absence 5.1 3.9 4.3 Unauthorised Absence 0.4 0.4 0.2

TERM DATES – ACADEMIC YEAR 2011/2012 Autumn Term 2011 Friday 2nd September to Friday 16th December Half Term: Monday 24th to Friday 28th October Spring Term 2012 Tuesday 3rd January to Friday 30th March Half Term: Monday 13th to Friday 17th February Summer Term 2012 Monday 16th April to Friday 20th July (Bank Holiday: Monday 7th May) Half Term: Monday 4th to Friday 8th June 5 INSET days, Induction and 1 Occasional Day still to be arranged. Dates will be finalised by December 2010.

SUMMER 2010 GCSE EXAM RESULTS

These results are a record of our very best achievement. Most students study at least eleven subjects with some taking more. Our curriculum meets student’s needs. Students follow a traditional curriculum but as ‘option’ choices are not ‘fixed’ we are able to respond to a cohort’s preference year on year. This flexibility means that students usually get their choices; these lead to greater motivation and ultimately achievement. The number of A and A*s this year reflects the hard work and enthusiasm of the students. They set their sights high and they achieved; for many they surpassed their personal goals. The key figure for parents to note is of course the number of students who achieve 5A*-C including English and Maths. This is the best result for a co-educational school in this part of Hertfordshire for 2010.

SUMMARY OF GCSE RESULTS ACHIEVED

BY PUPILS AGED 15+ IN 2009-2010

Percentage of 15 year old pupils

Entered for 5+

GCSEs

Achieving 5+ A*-C grades inc English & Maths

Achieving 5+ A*-G grades

Entered for 1+

GCSEs

Achieving 1+ A*-G grades

Achieving no

passes Boys Simon Balle 2010 100 72 100 100 100 0 Girls Simon Balle 2010 100 72 99.4 100 100 0 Total Simon Balle 2010 100 75 99.7 100 100 0 Average for all schools in England in 2009

50.7 99.7 99.2

Average Total Point Score Per Pupil:

Boys = 506 Girls = 520 All = 513 National Average = 419

Results & Targets for 2010 TARGETS RESULTS 5+ A*-C at GCSE (inc Eng and Maths) 72 75 5+ A*-C at GCSE (all subjects) 82 88 5+ A*-G at GCSE 98 99.7 Targets were set for us by County by looking at prior attainment of our students and adding challenge.

SUMMER 2010 RESULTS ACHIEVED BY PUPILS IN YEAR 11

Number of pupils in school in cohort: 162 Number of boys: 88 Number of girls: 74

GCSE RESULTS (Number of Pupils Aged 15+) ENTRIES A* A B C D E F G U

ART Boys 23 1 5 6 5 3 1 2 0 0 Girls 32 3 11 8 7 2 0 0 0 1 Total 55 4 16 14 12 5 1 2 0 1

BIOLOGY Boys 48 20 11 10 3 4 0 0 0 0 Girls 29 5 10 5 7 1 0 0 0 1 Total 77 25 21 15 10 5 0 0 0 1

BTEC Sport 1 Boys 7 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 Girls 5 0 0 2 3 0 0 0 0 0 Total 12 0 0 9 3 0 0 0 0 0

BTEC Sport 2 Boys 7 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 Girls 5 0 0 2 3 0 0 0 0 0 Total 12 0 0 9 3 0 0 0 0 0

BTEC Sport 3 Boys 6 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 Girls 5 0 0 2 3 0 0 0 0 0 Total 11 0 0 8 3 0 0 0 0 0

BTEC Sport 4 Boys 6 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 Girls 5 0 0 2 3 0 0 0 0 0 Total 11 0 0 8 3 0 0 0 0 0

BUSINESS STUDIES Boys 31 4 4 4 7 8 2 1 1 0 Girls 17 1 0 5 5 2 2 1 0 1 Total 48 5 4 9 12 10 4 2 1 1

ENTRIES A* A B C D E F G U CHEMISTRY

Boys 48 10 17 11 6 3 1 0 0 0 Girls 28 4 11 4 6 2 0 0 0 1 Total 76 14 28 15 12 5 1 0 0 1

CITIZENSHIP (Short Course) Boys 58 2 12 17 20 5 2 0 0 0 Girls 50 0 12 21 16 1 0 0 0 0 Total 108 2 24 38 36 6 2 0 0 0

DANCE Boys 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Girls 9 0 1 2 1 4 1 0 0 0 Total 9 0 1 2 1 4 1 0 0 0

DRAMA Boys 7 0 3 2 1 0 1 0 0 0 Girls 14 3 8 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 Total 21 3 11 5 1 0 1 0 0 0

ENGLISH LANGUAGE Boys 88 12 13 25 14 15 7 2 0 0 Girls 74 10 16 25 15 4 3 0 1 0 Total 162 22 29 50 29 19 10 2 1 0

ENGLISH LITERATURE Boys 81 8 19 29 14 7 3 0 1 0 Girls 70 4 25 28 11 2 0 0 0 0 Total 151 12 44 57 25 9 3 0 1 0

FRENCH Boys 25 3 7 3 5 6 1 0 0 0 Girls 27 1 8 13 2 3 0 0 0 0 Total 52 4 15 16 7 9 1 0 0 0

GEOGRAPHY Boys 30 3 12 4 5 5 0 1 0 0 Girls 28 6 6 2 7 6 1 0 0 0 Total 58 9 18 6 12 11 1 1 0 0

GERMAN Boys 13 1 2 1 7 1 1 0 0 0 Girls 12 0 2 4 3 2 1 0 0 0 Total 25 1 4 5 10 3 2 0 0 0

HISTORY Boys 58 6 10 13 12 14 1 2 0 0 Girls 46 6 14 13 5 5 2 1 0 0 Total 104 12 24 26 17 19 3 3 0 0

ICT 1 Boys 85 24 21 6 34 0 0 0 0 0 Girls 72 30 25 3 14 0 0 0 0 0 Total 157 54 46 9 48 0 0 0 0 0

ICT 2 Boys 53 0 24 18 11 0 0 0 0 0 Girls 56 0 30 20 6 0 0 0 0 0 Total 109 0 54 38 17 0 0 0 0 0

MATHEMATICS Boys 88 8 25 22 16 8 5 3 0 1 Girls 74 3 18 18 21 8 4 1 0 1 Total 162 11 43 40 37 16 9 4 0 2

MUSIC Boys 20 0 7 8 3 0 0 0 1 1 Girls 15 0 4 8 2 0 0 1 0 0 Total 35 0 11 16 5 0 0 1 1 1

ENTRIES A* A B C D E F G U PHYSICS

Boys 48 6 21 12 6 3 0 0 0 0 Girls 28 5 5 7 8 2 0 1 0 0 Total 76 11 26 19 14 5 0 1 0 0

RELIGIOUS STUDIES Boys 13 1 8 0 3 1 0 0 0 0 Girls 14 1 4 3 4 2 0 0 0 0 Total 27 2 12 3 7 3 0 0 0 0

RE (Short Course) Boys 77 5 21 13 16 9 7 5 1 0 Girls 68 4 28 18 9 4 4 1 0 0 Total 145 9 49 31 25 13 11 6 1 0

SCIENCE (Single) Boys 39 0 4 11 11 10 3 0 0 0 Girls 45 0 9 10 17 6 2 1 0 0 Total 84 0 13 21 28 16 5 1 0 0

SCIENCE (Additional) Boys 39 0 3 10 11 9 6 0 0 0 Girls 45 1 3 14 11 13 2 1 0 0 Total 84 1 6 24 22 22 8 1 0 0

SPORTS STUDIES Boys 27 2 1 8 8 5 3 0 0 0 Girls 11 1 2 4 3 1 0 0 0 0 Total 38 3 3 12 11 6 3 0 0 0

TECHNOLOGY (Catering) Boys 8 1 0 1 2 2 2 0 0 0 Girls 12 2 2 1 6 1 0 0 0 0 Total 20 3 2 2 8 3 2 0 0 0

TECHNOLOGY (Product Design)

Boys 19 0 1 4 10 3 1 0 0 0 Girls 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Total 19 0 1 4 10 3 1 0 0 0

TECHNOLOGY (Textiles) Boys 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Girls 10 1 4 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 Total 10 1 4 5 0 0 0 0 0 0

SUMMER 2010 A LEVEL EXAM RESULTS

It is difficult for parents to truly appreciate A Level results as the current system is highly complicated. Most of the students in our large Sixth form (approximately 250) take 4 subjects at AS Level and then concentrate upon 3 at A2 Level. Our results are improving. This is partly as a result of us working together with parents, students and staff to really understand the rigors of A Level and the entry requirements needed for students. In addition we are now stretching our students and ensuring that they understand the need for independent study and research so that they can ultimately succeed in Higher and Further Education. Once again over 90% of our students went on to University.

SUMMARY OF 2009-2010 A LEVEL RESULTS

Point Scores A* = 300 A = 270 B = 240 C = 210 D = 180 E = 150 Number of pupils entered for 2 or more A levels (or equivalent):

Boys: 55 Girls: 64 Total: 119

Average A level points per student: 2010 – 891 2009 – 868 2008 – 830 Average A level points per entry: 2010 – 221 2009 – 211 2008 – 208

SUBJECTS Entries A* A B C D E U ART & DESIGN

Boys 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 Girls 6 2 1 1 2 0 0 0 Total 7 2 1 1 2 1 0 0

BIOLOGY Boys 16 0 4 1 6 3 2 0 Girls 14 0 3 3 4 2 2 0 Total 30 0 7 4 10 5 4 0

BUSINESS STUDIES Boys 10 0 0 2 4 2 2 Girls 6 0 0 2 1 3 0 0 Total 16 0 0 4 5 5 2 0

CHEMISTRY Boys 12 1 4 3 4 0 0 0 Girls 8 0 3 1 2 1 1 0 Total 20 1 7 4 6 1 1 0

CRITICAL THINKING Boys 8 0 0 3 1 3 1 Girls 11 0 0 3 6 1 1 0 Total 19 0 0 6 7 4 2 0

DANCE Boys 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 Girls 4 0 2 1 1 0 0 0 Total 5 0 2 2 1 0 0 0

D & T (Product Design) Boys 7 0 0 2 3 1 1 0 Girls 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 Total 8 0 0 2 3 1 2 0

SUBJECTS Entries A* A B C D E U D & T (Textiles)

Boys 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Girls 2 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 Total 2 0 0 1 1 0 0 0

DRAMA Boys 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 Girls 9 0 0 6 3 0 0 0 Total 10 0 0 7 3 0 0 0

ECONOMICS Boys 8 0 0 2 3 2 1 0 Girls 5 0 0 3 0 2 0 0 Total 13 0 0 5 3 4 1 0

ENGLISH LITERATURE Boys 4 0 2 0 1 1 0 0 Girls 19 0 6 5 7 1 0 0 Total 23 0 8 5 8 2 0 0

ENGLISH LIT & LANG Boys 2 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 Girls 8 0 0 2 3 3 0 0 Total 10 0 0 3 4 3 0 0

FILM STUDIES Boys 4 0 0 3 1 0 0 0 Girls 7 0 0 2 3 2 0 0 Total 11 0 0 5 4 2 0 0

FRENCH Boys 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 Girls 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 Total 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 0

GEOGRAPHY Boys 8 0 2 3 1 2 0 0 Girls 10 0 5 3 1 1 0 0 Total 18 0 7 6 2 3 0 0

GEOLOGY Boys 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Girls 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 Total 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0

GERMAN Boys 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Girls 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 Total 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0

HISTORY Boys 9 0 2 4 3 0 0 0 Girls 9 0 2 4 3 0 0 0 Total 18 0 4 8 6 0 0 0

ICT Boys 10 0 0 3 1 5 1 0 Girls 5 0 0 0 0 3 2 0 Total 15 0 0 3 1 8 3 0

LAW Boys 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 Girls 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Total 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0

MATHS Boys 13 0 6 4 1 2 0 0 Girls 9 2 1 4 0 0 2 0 Total 22 2 7 8 1 2 2 0

SUBJECTS Entries A* A B C D E U MATHS (Further)

Boys 5 0 1 2 1 1 0 0 Girls 3 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 Total 8 1 2 3 1 1 0 0

MUSIC Boys 3 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 Girls 3 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 Total 6 0 1 2 1 2 0 0

MUSIC TECHNOLOGY Boys 8 1 2 4 1 0 0 0 Girls 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 Total 9 1 2 4 2 0 0 0

PHOTOGRAPHY Boys 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 Girls 14 5 1 1 7 0 0 0 Total 15 6 1 1 7 0 0 0

PHYSICS Boys 8 1 1 1 1 3 1 0 Girls 2 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 Total 10 1 2 1 2 3 1 0

POLITICS Boys 7 0 2 2 0 2 1 0 Girls 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 Total 8 0 3 2 0 2 1 0

PSYCHOLOGY Boys 5 0 0 2 1 2 0 0 Girls 12 0 3 4 3 1 1 0 Total 17 0 3 6 4 3 1 0

RELIGIOUS STUDIES Boys 6 0 1 1 1 3 0 0 Girls 15 0 4 7 1 3 0 0 Total 21 0 5 8 2 6 0 0

SOCIOLOGY Boys 2 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 Girls 11 1 2 2 2 3 1 0 Total 13 1 2 3 3 3 1 0

SPORTS STUDIES Boys 9 0 1 2 5 0 1 0 Girls 4 1 0 2 1 0 0 0 Total 13 1 1 4 6 0 1 0

GENERAL STUDIES Boys 21 0 1 3 6 7 4 0 Girls 25 0 0 4 7 8 6 0 Total 46 0 1 7 13 15 10 0

IFS SCHOOL OF FINANCE Boys 17 0 5 5 5 2 0 0 Girls 12 0 3 4 4 1 0 0 Total 29 0 8 9 9 3 0 0

YEAR 13 UNIVERSITY COURSES

Listed below is a selection of courses Year 13 students are following on leaving Simon Balle School. Around 40% of our students join a University which is a member of The Russell or 1994 Group.

Accounting & Finance University of Southampton Architecture Sheffield Hallam University Archaeology University of Southampton Biomedical Sciences University of Sussex Biology University of York Business Administration University of Plymouth Business Management University of Plymouth Diagnostic Radiotherapy St Georges, London Economics University of Manchester English Literature University of Cardiff English Language University of Brighton Environmental Geosciences Imperial College, London Environmental Science University of Southampton Fine Art Central School of St Martins Forensic Psychology Leeds Trinity University French & Mathematics University of Leeds Geography University of Portsmouth History University of Leeds Horticulture Writtle College International Relations Queen Mary, University of London Law University of East Anglia Mathematics University of Warwick Marine Biology University of Plymouth Marketing Management University of Lancaster Mechanical Engineering University of Southampton Medicine University of Leeds Music University of East Anglia Musical Theatre Royal Scottish Academy Natural Sciences University of Cambridge Physics Keele University Politics University of Nottingham Primary Education Roehampton University Psychology University of Bournemouth Psychology University of Bournemouth Quantity Surveying Thames Valley University Radiotherapy Sheffield Hallam Retail Management University of Brighton Secondary Teaching (PE) Leeds Metropolitan Sociology University of Leeds Sociology University of Nottingham Theatre & Drama University of Leeds