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Student Electives 2009-10

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INTRODUCTION

• Students will elect to take short courses that take place for all students on Wednesday afternoons from 12:45 to 14:15. They are led by our own teachers, support staff, and by visiting tutors who are experts in their field. Students may stay at the college after 14:15 to access the library or take part in our extra-curricular activities.

• The electives programme does not in any way replace our diverse range of extra-curricular activities; our full programme of lunch and after college activities will continue.

• The programme has been designed to broaden student experience and develop skills that universities and employers find attractive in potential candidates. There is also a strong link between students who take part in a range of extra-curricular activities and successful outcomes in examination results (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/8080865.stm)

• Students will usually take a different elective each term. • Electives will usually include groups of students across the Year 7 – Year 11 age range. • The electives programme is subsidised by the college budget. Voluntary contributions will be needed to cover materials,

transport, hire of facilities and employing specialist tutors. Students can take home items made. To ensure viability of a course enough contributions will be needed to cover these costs. Costs are included in the course detail.

• The cost listed is for the 1 term (6 week) elective. Subsequent events, sessions or courses related to the short course may well incur further costs.

• The electives listed will only run if there is sufficient interest. Electives all have a minimum number required to run. In the event of this number not being reached or insufficient contributions being received the course will not run.

• Electives run at different times during the year and there are compulsory courses that students are required to follow. It may not be possible to timetable all first choices for this reason.

• Please ensure that all 8 preference boxes are completed. If they are not and it is not possible to accommodate your 1st choices you will be allocated to an elective.

• Do opt for a variety of electives (Try not to opt for more than 1 course in a particular subject area; food, sport or art for example).

COMPULSORY COURSES 2009-10 The following topic areas are covered by all students in each of the years and will take place for each year group during an appropriate term.

YEAR 7 (T1) YEAR 8 YEAR 9 (T4) YEAR 10 (T4) YEAR 11 (T5&6)

Citizenship Introduction to the college Learning to Learn

Citizenship

Citizenship Options: ‘Your Choice’ Gateway to Careers

Citizenship Work Based Learning

Citizenship Study Skills Careers: ‘Moving on’ Self Study

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/8080865.stm

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HOW TO FILL IN THE ELECTIVES FORM • Please ensure that all 8 preference boxes are completed. If they are not and it is not possible to accommodate your

preferences you will be allocated to a course on which spaces exist. • Do opt for a variety of courses. • Return the completed form to client services as soon as possible but no later than 16 JUNE 2009. • You may wish to make a note of the preferences selected for reference.

STUDENT NAME: __________________________________________ FORM: ___________

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PARENT DECLARATION This consent form refers to the electives allocated during the academic year 2009-10

OFF SITE VISITS I understand that the some of the electives that my child has requested involve visits or trips requiring travel on foot, bicycle, by minibus, coach or car. These trips generally take place during the school day but may involve a delayed return to the school site. I give consent for my child to take part in these trips or visits.

OFF SITE SPORTING ACTIVITIES I understand that some of the electives selected involve one or more off site visits requiring travel either on foot, mini-bus, coach or in exceptional circumstances taxi or private car. These courses take place at specialist facilities in and around Oakham and are coached by Catmose College staff or suitably qualified coaches. The level of supervision is the same or higher than it would be on the Catmose College site. I give consent for my child to take part in these activities.

PREFERENCES AND INVOICES I understand that my child has requested the electives listed above and that I will be invoiced for those to which he/she is allocated in due course. Please note that courses for which a contribution is requested are not able to run unless all participants make the necessary payment.

This signature indicates agreement to all of the above statements:

PARENT SIGNATURE: _____________________________________

PARENT NAME: ___________________________________________

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ELECTIVES OFFER

DANCE LEADERSHIP A Chambers What will I learn? • Planning and preparing a simple

dance activity to peers or younger students

• Basic communication skills for leading a dance activity

• Principles of health, fitness and safe dance practice

• Develop leadership skills in dance Can anyone do this course? Year 10 & 11 Special equipment: : None Length of course: 4 Terms Cost for course: £14

SKIING R Stapleton (T2 & 3) What will I learn? • Prepare for upcoming ski trip • Learn the basics of skiing • Improve your skills Can anyone do this course? All years, but priority will be given to those on the ski trip Special equipment: Length of course: 2 Terms Cost for course: £60 tbc

BOXFIT I Crosbie What will I learn? • Boxing • Aggression Control • Fitness Can anyone do this course? Years 10, 11 Special equipment: Trainers, Sportswear Length of course: 2 Terms Cost for course: Nil

IRISH DANCING C Mapletoft What will I learn? • A traditional style of dance

popular all over the world. • Learn to dance an Irish jig and

reel. • Another fun way to keep fit. Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: Soft shoes such as pumps. Length of course: 2 Terms Cost for course: Nil

SPORTS THERAPY G Pitt What will I learn? • Prevention of injuries during

exercise • Correction of injuries caused by

exercise • Effective warm up and cool down

strategies • Body massage techniques Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: Sport kit Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

TRAMPOLINING J Husbands (T5 & 6) What will I learn? • How to perform trampolining

skills • How to evaluate own and others

performance • To design a routine • To perform a routine Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9 Special equipment: Sports kit - Polo shirt, shorts/tracksuit bottoms, socks. Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

CREATIVE WRITING S Gonda What will I learn?

• To develop ability to write in a range of genres.

• To experiment with a range of forms of writing.

• To know how to edit and publish work

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: Pen & notebook Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

TEENAGE CANCER TRUST S Gonda What will I learn?

• Working as a member of a team

• Fund raising for charity • Raising awareness of

teenagers affected by cancer Can anyone do this course? Years 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

HOLIDAY SPANISH J Clift What will I learn?

• Speak and understand simple Spanish in everyday holiday situations

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

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FLUTE CHOIR E Heseltine What will I learn?

• Develop musical skills for playing with other people

• Improve sight reading • More experienced flautists

will have the opportunity to develop teaching skills by tutoring small groups

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: A flute Length of course: 4 Terms Cost for course: Nil

CONTRACT BRIDGE (Cards) G Marsh What will I learn?

• Improve teamwork skills • Develop abilities in logic,

strategy, memory and mathematics

• Playing a card game that is about more than just luck


A TASTE OF INDIA B Newman What will I learn?

• Indian culture and food • Music • Art • Film • Dance • Religion • Dress

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term

PAINT IN WATERCOLOUR A Pimperton What will I learn?

• Experiment with the materials.

• Learn the natural characteristics of watercolours

• Try different styles of watercolours.

Can anyone do this course? Years 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: A basic set of watercolours will be provided Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

PAPERCRAFTING C Lewis-Nichols What will I learn?

• Card making techniques including Decoupage

• Paper layering • Paper folding for effect • Seasonal cards


ANIMATION L Mee What will I learn?

• Watch animations • How to create storyboards • Basic skills on Animation and

Image Ready • Create own animations

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9 Special equipment: Digital camera Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

STENCIL ART T Raine What will I learn?

• An appreciation of how stencils are used

• Know the basics of producing stencils

• Basic use of photoshop software

• Working as part of a team to generate a final piece


SET & COSTUME DESIGN J Rawding (T4) What will I learn?

• Set design • Designing a set • Making the set • Setting the pieces on the

stage • Costume design

Can anyone do this course? Years 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

SEWING & FELTING J Rawding (T2) What will I learn?

• Learn the fascinating art of felting

• Make small items such as bags and purses out of felt and fabric

• Advancing textile skills Can anyone do this course? Years 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

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YARNS FOR FASHION J Veale What will I learn?

• Learning to knit, crochet or French knitting

• Use of patterns • Incorporating colour into

designs • Using different yarns • Incorporating work produced

fashion pieces Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: knitting needles, crochet hooks, yarns, beads. Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

ICE FIGURE SKATING J Veale What will I learn?

• Basics of figure skating from a qualified coach

• To learn how to use the ice safely and easily

• To improve balance and skating skills

• To move gracefully on the ice Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: a packed lunch and some comfortable warm clothing. Skates will be provided by the ice rink. Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: £50

WHEELWORK J Williams What will I learn?

• Basic throwing skills • Turning skills • Glazing skills


PHOTOGRAPHY D Roizer What will I learn?

• Basics of a camera • The rule of DOF and thirds • Shutter & aperture settings • Processing images & editing • Printing images

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: Digital camera. Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

GARDENING S Plaistow What will I learn?

• Opportunity to sow seeds & grow plants

• The course will involve some outdoor work around the college site and possibly a business enterprise project.

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: Casual clothes and sensible shoes. Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

ENGINEERING J Waters What will I learn?

• Learn about the different types of engineering

• Learn problem solving techniques

• Apply some engineering knowledge - build a tower, bridge, etc.


HAIRDRESSING & BEAUTY C Johnson What will I learn?

• To make bath bombs/shampoo/soap

• How to look after and style hair

• Basic manicure • How to apply makeup • How to do a cleanse, tone

and moisturise and massage the face


CHILDCARE & BABYSITTING K Bryjova (T6) What will I learn?

• Outcomes of having a sexual relationship

• Stages of early child development

• How to look after an infant • Visit to local nurseries

Can anyone do this course? Years 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

CYCLING E Stillman (T1, 5 & 6) What will I learn?

• Becoming a competent cyclist • Enjoyment of cycling • Learn how to maintain and

look after their bicycles • Cycling technique • Bike safety

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: A bike and helmet to be brought to college. Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

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POTIONS L Parkes What will I learn?

• Basic health and safety in chemistry

• Application of chemical reactions

• Pathway into and careers in chemistry

• Topical science in the media discussion

• Build confidence Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

RADIO WAVES E Smith What will I learn?

• Learning journalistic skills • Undertaking interviewing • Placing podcasts on the radio

station Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course? 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

FAIRTRADE S McGrath What will I learn?

• Run a small business • Marketing • Finance • Recruitment • Market research

Can anyone do this course? Years 9, 10 Special equipment: None Length of course: 4 Terms Cost for course: Nil

KNITTING S Drake What will I learn?

• Casting on and off • Knit, purl and cable stitches • Following and adapting

patterns • Intarsia • Circular knitting

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: knitting needles, crochet hooks, yarns. Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

IMPROVING FITNESS R Proctor What will I learn?

• Have a knowledge of levels of fitness

• Improve overall fitness • How fitness and well being

can improve quality of life • Use of fitness equipment • Training in a professional

gym Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

GLOBAL LINKS S Kelly/S McGrath What will I learn?

• To establish links with schools around the world

• To appreciate the variety of cultures and lifestyles around the world

• To develop personal links across the globe.

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 2 Terms Cost for course: Nil

BEGINNERS TAP A Price What will I learn?

• Basics of tap • Choreograph a short routine • Good aerobic exercise • Appreciation of music and

rhythm. Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: Tap shoes Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

JAPANESE CULTURE S Martin What will I learn?

• Animation, film and literature • History, philosophy, cuisine,

customs, costume and art Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

JEWELLERY MAKING J Mansell What will I learn?

• Use of a range of materials • How to enamel metals • Use of a range of small tools

and machines to manufacture the jewellery

• Developing your creativity • Developing research skills

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: Apron Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: £5

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MUSICAL PERFORMANCE L Mitchell/M Sammy (T1, 2, 3 & 4) What will I learn?

• Learn the lyrics and music to a performance and then perform in Term 4

• Take on a role as a soloist, singing, acting or in the chorus

• Choreograph a dance movement to songs

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9 Special equipment: None Length of course: 4 Terms Cost for course: None

PERFORMING ARTS TOUR L Mitchell/ M Sammy (T5 & 6) What will I learn?

• Create a performance from scratch to take on tour.

• Rehearse singing, dancing, instrumentals, dance, drama and mime as part of the programme

• Create design for tour T-shirt Can anyone do this course? All students on performing arts tour Special equipment: None Length of course: 2 Terms Cost for course: tbc

POPULAR MUSIC M Hawkins What will I learn?

• Listen to music your parents and grandparents listened to when they were your age

• Study how music has changed over time and what influenced the change

• Learn about iconic pop figures of the last 50 years


STITCHING CARDS C Burns What will I learn?

• To create a greetings card • Learn how to stitch using

metallic thread • To make different types of

card depending on the season

• Design own template for a card


ASTRONOMY G Veale What will I learn?

• How to use naked eye, binoculars and telescopes to appreciate the heavens

• The nature of various objects in space such as stars, planets, galaxies, nebulae

• Use of software to represent the sky and predict events

• Space exploration, manned and unmanned

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: £20

SAILING J Green (T1, 4 & 5) What will I learn?

• The basics of sailing, stages 1 & 2 qualifications

• Information on wind direction • Relevant knot tying

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: £180

SAXOPHONE R Wardhaugh What will I learn?

• Gain confidence in playing the saxophone

• Develop musical skills by playing with other people

• More experienced players can tutor smaller groups

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: Saxophone Length of course: 2 Terms Cost for course: Nil

EXPLORERS C Williams (T1, 4, 5, 6) What will I learn?

• Students will learn how to use an Ordnance Survey map

• Use 6 figure grid references • Produce a route card, know

what the countryside code is, be able to follow their route cards and undertake short walks in the countryside around Oakham

Can anyone do this course? Years 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: Good walking shoes or boots, non-denim trousers, water proof coat. Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX M Hawkins What will I learn?

• Critical thinking and academic enquiry

• To think 'critically' about the things you have read, seen or heard

• Acquiring critical thinking skills helps you to develop more reasoned arguments.

Can anyone do this course? Years 9, 10 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

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SPEED TENNIS C Thomas (T2 & 3) What will I learn?

• Improve basic tennis strokes, develop doubles tactics

• Tie break scoring

• How to run a Tournament and record scores

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 (24 places) Special equipment: Sport kit Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: £7.50

AEROBIC COMBAT C Thomas (T1 & 2) What will I learn?

• Aerobic combat is the empowering cardio workout where you are totally unleashed

• Drawing from a wide range of disciplines such as Karate, Boxing, Taekwondo, Tai Chi and Muay Thai

• Backed by driving music and powerful role model instructors, strike, punch, kick and kata your way to superior cardio fitness

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 (25 places) Special equipment: Sport kit Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

GOLF C Thomas (T1, 5 & 6) What will I learn?

• The fundamentals of all aspects of the game

• These will include, putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play and full swing

• All will be accompanied with activities to keep students interested and competitive

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 (10 places) Special equipment: Sport kit Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: £25

WATERSPORTS (Introduction) C Thomas (T2 & 3) What will I learn?

• Each student will spend a week focusing on a different activity: Canoe; Kayak; Raft build; Windsurf; Sail; Team Water challenge


DANCE C Thomas (T3 & 4) What will I learn?

• Dance routines based around jazz, street or other genre students would prefer

• Keep fit whilst learning a new skill


FENCING C Thomas (T3 & 4) What will I learn?

• The basics of fencing leading to a Grade 1 Epee award


JUDO C Thomas (All terms) What will I learn?

• Students can expect to gain an understanding of the fundamentals of judo techniques, breakfalls and judo etiquette

• Preparation for their first grading should they wish to participate in one after the course has been completed


KITEBOARDING C Thomas (T1, 5 & 6) What will I learn?

• Set Up and Pack Down • Site assessment and weather

conditions • Safe launching procedures • Safe landing procedures • Infinity or Figure of 8 • Break Turns • Flat Turns • Sine Wave

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 (6 Students) Special equipment: Sport kit Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: £50

WATER POLO J Husbands (T1 & 3) What will I learn?

• How to play Water Polo, including rules and tactics

• Skills and techniques related to water polo, e.g. ball handling, reaction time and awareness

• How to develop skills in the water, e.g. Swimming, treading water

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: Swimming kit Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil?

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PSYCHOLOGY RESEARCH E Heseltine What will I learn?

• Set up and run your own memory research project

• Take for interest or as a taster to A Level Psychology


CRIMINAL PSYCHOLOGY E Heseltine What will I learn?

• Learn to use psychological evidence

• Why do people commit crimes

• Are people born ‘bad’ or do they become so

• Would you make a good eye-witness

• Take for interest or as a taster to A Level Psychology


COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY E Heseltine What will I learn?

• What do we know about how our brains work

• How do we remember things • Why do we forget • Take for interest or as a taster

to A Level Psychology Can anyone do this course? Years 9, 10 & 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

GIRLS RUGBY J Husbands (T1) What will I learn?

• Law, rules and tactics of the game

• To perform the fundamental skills of rugby, passing, receiving, running, evasion and tackling

• How to tackle and safely be involved in contact rugby training and games

• Technical aspects of the game including scrimmaging, lineouts and different types of kicking

• To understand and perform a full warm up and cool down specific to rugby

Can anyone do this course? Year 10 & 11 girls only. Special Equipment: Sport kit Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

LIFESAVING Z Hajat (T2 & 4) What will I learn?

• Life support skills • How to deal with simulated

emergency situations • Personal survival skills • How to develop and improve

cardiovascular fitness • Different towing techniques • How to throw a lifeline

Can anyone do this course? Competent swimmer from any year group. Special equipment: Swimming kit Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

WATER AEROBICS E Stillman (T3 & 6) What will I learn?

• Water Aerobic movements and routines

• How to burn calories, strengthen and tone body parts and improve flexibility through Water Aerobics

• How to relax the body and relieve stress through the activity

Can anyone do this course? Competent swimmer from any year group. Special equipment: Swimming kit Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

CIRCUS SKILLS E Ellerman What will I learn?

• Juggling • Plate Spinning • Diablo

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9 (15 places) Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

COMIC CREATIONS E Ellerman What will I learn?

• How to plan, plot, write and draw a comic

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None Cost for course: Nil

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CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING J Husbands (T3 & 4) What will I learn?

• To perform and lead an activity, specific warm up and cool down

• To develop and improve endurance, speed and cardiovascular fitness

• Race tactics Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: Sports kit Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

BADMINTON S Dean (T1, 4 & 5) What will I learn?

• Laws, rules and tactics of the game

• To perform the fundamental skills of service, receiving service, shot selection and execution

• Technical aspects of the game including singles and double play

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8 & 9 Special Equipment: Sports kit Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

TENNIS D Powell (T1, 5 & 6) What will I learn?

• Improve tennis skills Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 (12 places) Special equipment: Sport kit Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: £15

LAMDA SPEECH S Charles What will I learn?

• Enunciation, vocal projection, correct posture and breathing, improved self-esteem.

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8 ,9, 10, 11 Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: £38

FIRST AID A Holt What will I learn?

• Basics of first aid technique • Being able to identify certain

illnesses and ailments and how to treat them

• Completion of the Bronze DofE Expedition First Aid.

Can anyone do this course? Years 7 & 8 (14 places) Special Equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: £20

WATER COLOUR KS3 G Butcher What will I learn?

• How to use watercolour • Painting a portrait/animal • Painting a landscape • Exploring personal creativity

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8 & 9 Special Equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

SUPPORTED SELF STUDY V Savage What will I learn?

• Study skills & organisation • Exam technique • Coursework and homework

support • Next steps advice

Can anyone do this course? Year 11 Special Equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

VOLUNTEERING J Macdonald What will I learn?

• This is an opportunity to volunteer in the community

• Visits will include supporting staff in caring for the elderly or the young in a nursery or school

Can anyone do this course? Years 9, 10 & 11. Special Equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost of Course: Nil

COUNTRYSIDE AWARENESS E England What will I learn?

• The working countryside • Farming methods • The opportunity to enjoy

leisure pursuits including walking, cycling & riding

• Wildlife awareness Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special Equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term

COMPUTER BASED DESIGN J Elson What will I learn?

• How to use ICT to create animations

• Good website design Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term

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MIXED MEDIA JEWELLERY K Hincks What will I learn?

• Learn a range of jewellery making techniques

• Learn to knit, crochet, weave etc

• Learn to take inspiration from contemporary designers and craftspeople from around the world

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None, but a collection of interesting ephemera would be very useful! Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

SKIRT MAKING K Hincks What will I learn?

• Make a skirt and learn to embellish it to make a unique garment

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 (12 places) Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

ALTERED BOOKS K Hincks What will I learn?

• Take an old, battered, unwanted hardback book and turn it into a one-off work of art

Can anyone do this course? Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: Old book Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

SCREEN PRINTING K Hincks What will I learn?

• Learn the technique of screen printing

• Design and print a motif for a T-shirt, bag or skirt


MASKED THEATRE R Stapleton (T1) What will I learn?

• To create and use a mask • To work as an ensemble to

produce a piece of masked theatre


DUKE OF EDINBURGH (BRONZE) A6 Awards What will I learn?

• How to work with a team to plan and undertake at least two two-day expeditions on foot

• The essential skills needed to complete the expeditions, from pitching a tent to campsite cooking

• To choose and participate in a wide range of volunteering, physical recreation and skills opportunities in your own time which lead to the Duke of Edinburgh’s Bronze Award

• To enjoy experiences you will always remember as you develop independence and self-sufficiency

• http://www.theaward.org/ Can anyone do this course? Years 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: Suitable clothing and footwear. The cost covers use of other necessary equipment. Length of course: 6 Terms Cost for course: £325 including 100 hours of tuition.

EQUINE STUDIES J Finney What will I learn?

• Knowledge of farriery and good practice.

• Knowledge of tack and care • Horse psychology • Types of horses and gaits


FABRIC BOXES J Townsend What will I learn?

• Learn the art of successful box making

• Make a decorative box using fabric and threads

• Advance your textile skills. Can anyone do this course? Years 9, 10, 11 Special equipment: None Length of course: 1 Term Cost for course: Nil

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