sixth form progression 2014 year 13

8/11/2019 Sixth Form Progression 2014 Year 13

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SIXTH FORM

SUPPORTINGPROGRESSION

EVENING

WELCOME TO THE MIRFIELD FREE GRAMMAR AND SIXTH FORM

An outstanding school with an outstanding Sixth Form - Ofsted 2012


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Challenge for All,

Creating

Opportunities,

Releasing Potential,

AchievingExcellence.


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WHAT TONIGHT IS ABOUT

To provide you with:

An update of the provision to support students next steps:

UCAS Apply, Higher Apprenticeships or Employment.

An appreciation of the rigour and hard work that A2 Level

study entails.

Information, tools and guidance to continue to support your

son/daughters achievement.

A chance to ask any questions you may have.


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ETHOS & EXPECTATIONS

Continue to have a mature and responsibleapproach to studies and life in the Sixth Form.

Positive role model in school and community.

Open dialogue with teachers.

100% attendance and punctuality.

'Be the best you can be' mindset.


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2014A Level

Pass Rate

99%

55% of theA2 Gradeswere A* - B

OUTSTANDING SIXTH FORM- Ofsted 2012

Results continue to be above the national average.


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The story so farIntroduction to Higher Education (HE)

UCAS Convention held at Leeds Metropolitan University

HE Week

Tutorial sessions to support UCAS Apply

HE Parent Information Evening

Support for Higher Apprenticeship and Employment

1-1 discussions to support Year 13 course choices;

based on AS results and future aspirations.


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Students decide their University Course Choices

Subject references requested

Completion of Personal Statements(10th October 2014)

Completion of UCAS Apply

Support with final offer choices

HE Finance Application opens January 2015

What Next?


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SUPPORT FOR SUCCESS Personal Tutor

Academic Mentoring Creating

Futures

Learning Mentors

Student Support System

Personalised Intervention Strategies

Study Areas

Well Being Centre

Stress Management and Relaxation

Support

Extensive Enrichment Programme

Sixth Form Student Support Office


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SUBJECT SUPPORT

Subject Handbooks

Review of AS examination success/identifying next steps

Supporting Progression booklet outlines additional provision;A Level and BTEC study.

'Skills for Learning' on FROG VLE

BTEC study support

Regular classroom assessments

January 2015 Pre Public Examinations


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AS Level Resit Examinations Available Summer 2015

SUCCESS =

1. effective use of study periods to prepare for AS resit

examinations

2. completing AS papers in own time & building on feedback3. attending AS support sessions/lessons

alongside preparing for A2 examination success.

Preparing for success in January 2015 Pre PublicExaminations for AS and A2 studies.

Calendar dates for AS and A2 examinations to support

preparations for success.


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SCHOOL VLE -FROG


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FROG - SIXTH FORM RESOURCES

Subject folders of resources, tutorial info/tasks and Skills for Learningresources


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Think Futures

at The Mirfield FreeGrammar and Sixth Form

Independent and Impartial Advice

SUPPORT FOR SUCCESS


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Think Futures Team

Miss Burkinshaw

(PgDip)

Mrs Simpson ElaineMawhinney

Based in the Think Futures Room in LRC all day, every day.


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THINK FUTURESOpen Door policy for all

Sixth Form students.

All students can self-refer or

be referred by staff or

parents.

Emphasis on independent

and impartial advice.

University Course Choice,

Higher Apprenticeships,

Employment.

Students receive

personalised emails toshare opportunities


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SUPPORTING EVENTS

Weekly Spotlight Sessions delivered by experts:

Law (The Home Office)

Mechanical Engineering (John Crane)

Business / Operations Management (Capita)

Sports (Andy Booth Huddersfield Town FC)

NHS Spotlight Week

Degree Focus Sessions

HE VisitsCareers Fair

NHS Work Experience (Sixth Form)

Enrichment

E-Bulletin


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www.thinkfutures.net

www.russellgroup.org/InformedChoices-latest.pdf

www.ucas.com

www.ucasprogress.com

www.whatuni.com

www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk

For Further Information
http://www.russellgroup.org/InformedChoices-latest.pdfhttp://www.ucasprogress.com/http://www.whatuni.com/http://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/http://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/http://www.whatuni.com/http://www.ucasprogress.com/http://www.russellgroup.org/InformedChoices-latest.pdf


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How to Be Brilliant (Michael Heppell)

1. Take positive actions not just have positive

thinking.

2. Break out of your comfort zone (False EvidenceAppearing Real)

3. Think Differently

4. Manage Stress

5. Take Massive Action


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Consider HOW they learn and study the best. Reflect back on thesuccess of their study and revision strategies at AS Level.

Be dedicated and have an I CAN attitude; take positive ACTIONSBe prepared and be proactive:1. Learn to manage and MAXIMISE their TIME

2. Take time to proof read work3. Use feedback as a dialogue and ACTION it4. Attend ALL lessons and revision/support sessions5. Practise exam technique; complete exams under timed conditions at

home.

Manage Stress and Ask for helpKnow their GOAL; Target SettingContinue to take advantage of all enrichment opportunities; life longlearning.

Demonstrate at interview how they stand out from the crowd.

What Students Can Do


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BIG QUESTIONS

What are you going to do differently?

What ACTIONS will you now take, to takeOWNERSHIP of your learning and the

progress you make to ultimately create

YOUR future success?


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GROW Be The Best You Can Be

GOALS What are your goals either now or in thefuture?

REALITY How far away are you from achieving yourgoals?

OPTIONS What ACTIONS could you take to overcome

your obstacles?

WILL How driven are you to reach your goal?
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Time Management and

OrganisationSuccessful, calm individuals have effective time

management skills. They are able to balance theircareer or academic commitments with relaxation,

socialising and sleep. We will never have more

hours in the day, so knowing how to prioritise

what happens during these hours is crucial.

LEARN TO MAXIMISE YOUR TIME


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Learn to Maximise Time


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TOP TIPSMake a to-do list daily and tick items off as you completethem.

Use a watch instead of a phone to tell the time it will stop you

checking messages from friends.

Record all events, deadlines and exam dates in a calendar

that you check regularly.Tell your friends/family about your plans. Statistically you will

be more likely to complete them.

Utilise short periods of time for quick tasks.

Take breaks; you will make fewer mistakes.Use your travel time to review tasks or find out quick facts.

Get enough sleep, drink water and eat your meals. You will

perform tasks faster and more accurately.

Give yourself ME time


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Take an active role in supporting your son/daughter to help nurture High

Learning Potential; have open discussions about learning:

Proof read work (see information in booklet).

Guide them to and discuss subject handbooks, assignmentsand feedback.

Guide them to subject specific Help resources on FROG(handbooks, emails, set work).

Ask Questions e.g. What are you currently studying? What didyou learn at the study support session tonight? What are yourCF targets and HOW are you going to achieve them?

Support revising content. Test their knowledge and challenge their

thinking; dialogue and explaining to others impacts on retention and

recall of information.

Supporting Study at Home


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Supporting Study at Home

Try to make sure that your son/daughter has a quiet

learning environment at home in order to work

without distractions (mobile phone/iPad/computer; are

they integral to their study?)

Managing stress; conversations versus confrontations?

Paid employment; how many hours and how often?

Put key dates on family calendar

Do not book holidays in term time


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PARENT/CARERCONSULTATION EVENING

Thursday 27th November 2014

4pm - 7pm

You will be given appointments to see eachsubject teacher

Students must attend with you

I i


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Believe

No Excuses

Aim High

Trust

EnjoyImagine

No Procrastinating

ULTIMATELY STUDENTS ARE


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ULTIMATELY STUDENTS ARERESPONSIBLE FOR CREATING THEIR

OWN FUTURE SUCCESS

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