Globe Academy ‘Higher Ambitions’ Summit 9th July 2014Mr Mohsen OjjaAssociate Principal

‘Preparing students for university and to be leaders in their community.’

• 50% of students to access Russell Group university

• 80% to 90% of students to access university

• 10% to 20% of students to access meaningful Level 3 qualifications and work related experiences (professional pathways)

Aims and Aspirations of Globe Academy’s Sixth Form

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• Social justice

• Greater representation of all groups in all levels of society

• Education beyond immediate academic outcomes

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Sixth Form Professional Pathways (September 2015)

Core Level 3 qualification

(A level equivalent)

Recognised entry-level

professional qualification

Work Readiness Programme

including multiple

internships

Sixth Form Professional Pathways (September 2015)

Target cohort:

• 5 GCSEs A*-C including English and mathematics• Average GCSE points score 40-43* • Positive attitude to learning• Strong communication skills• Genuine interest in chosen sector

*QCA points: C=40, B=46

Component Project Management

Core qualification BTEC L3 in Business

Professional qualification Association for Project Managers (APM) L2/L3*

Work readiness Regular internships, employer led projects

Likely/potential partners School for Social Entrepreneurs, ARK Family, APM

Specialisms across the cluster of academies:Securities and Investment, Information Technology, Project Management

In practice – a student at Globe Academy

*currently in development

• Incentives for corporate partners to develop meaningful links with education providers from a very early stage

• Incentives for all schools to offer higher apprenticeships to a wider range of students

• Improve the public perception of apprenticeships

Increasing Participation