Preparing to Study Post 16

Welcome to the Stapenhill Post 16 Centre

What can you expect from this evening?

Differences between GCSE and Post 16 Education

A brief introduction to the structure of Post 16 education

What we expect from our students

What you can expect from the Centre

To explore ways to support achievement

What are the differences between GCSEs and Post 16 qualifications?

What do our Year 12 students say about Post 16 education?

‘The jump from GCSE to A Levels is big, so be prepared to work

hard’

‘Make sure you do more work than you did at GCSE and that

you are committed to your subjects’

‘Choose subject areas you are

strongest in and enjoy the most, this

is key to success’

Level 2 courses are a really good way to boost your GCSE

grades, without doing ‘more of the same’

exams

So what are the differences?

• Greater independence• A smaller range of subjects being studied• Study periods• Greater amount of out of school work• More focus on independent enquiry• Different assessment criteria and grades• Not compulsory – students have chosen to

study Post 16

The structure of Post 16 Education

Level 2• 1 year courses• 4 GCSEs• Work experience• Apprenticeships• Employment• Level 3 study

Level 3 – A Levels• 2 year courses• AS leads to A2• Advanced

apprenticeships• Employment • Higher Education

Level 3 - BTECs• 2 year courses• Can be combined

with A Levels• Advanced

apprenticeships• Employment• Higher Education

The structure of Post 16 Education

Level 2 Pathway – 4 Ds at GCSE

Health and Social Care Engineering Business Studies

Level 3 – Vocational BTEC Pathway – 5Cs or above at GCSE

Sport (single) ICT (single and or double) Art (single)

Public Services (single) Performing Arts (Double) Health and Social Care (double)

Business Studies (single) All can be combined with A Levels

Level 3 – A Level Pathway – 5 GCSEs A*- C plus a B grade in a continuation subject

History Geography RE

Psychology Sociology Politics

Maths Further Maths Media

English Literature Lit/Lang. French

Chemistry Biology Physics

PE Product Design

Year1

Year2

ASlevel

A2

Together they

make oneA level AS -

2 modules

A2 -2 modules

The structure of Post 16 Education

Year1

Year2

Two year courses• ICT (single and double)• Performing Arts

Two year courses (with a half-way, part qualification)

• Public Services• Health and Social Care

• Art and Design• BTEC Sport

The structure of Post 16 Education

What do we expect from our students?

Both staff and students feel the characteristics below outline what should be expected of all Post 16

students at all times:

• Respectful and Positive• Organised and Hardworking• Committed and Focused• Present and Punctual

What do we expect from our students?Attendance

• Registration (daily in year 12) and all lessons must be attended.

• Minimum expected attendance to registration, lessons and any other agreed session is 95%

• 95% attendance is the equivalent to ½ a day of absence per fortnight

• 90% is the equivalent to 1 day of absence per fortnight

• Research shows that students who have below 95% attendance achieve on average a grade below expectation

+95%

90-95%

Below 90%

What do we expect from our students?

Dress Code

• Smart ‘appropriate for business’ clothing

• Black or dark trousers• Skirt of a suitable length • Shirt or smart blouse/top• Smart shoes/boots

+95%

90-95%

Below 90%

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MINIMUM GRADE

What can you expect from the Centre?

Target Setting

What can you expect from the Centre?Progress Information

Progress is reported 3 times a yearYou will be updated on:

a) Current attainmentb) Work Ethicc) Likely end grade if student

continues to work in the same manner

5th February – Progress evening with subject teachers

What can you expect from the Centre?Pastoral Support

• Support-advice and guidance to keep students motivated• Monitoring• Mentoring• Partnership with parents (Home/School links) • A form tutor who is your, and the student’s first point of

contact• Care and support if things aren’t going right.

What can you expect from the Centre?Enrichment Opportunities

• Transition visit to Swadlincote Ski Centre

• Young Enterprise• Post 16 Student Council• Sports Teams• Field visits for relevant

subjects• Transition visit after AS

examinations• Work Experience and

Community Link• Citizenship Education• A wide range of Post 18

visits

What can you expect from the Centre?Careers Guidance

• Clear support, information and guidance will be given to all students at all stages of their Post 16 education.

• Students’ aspirations are encouraged through the provision of insight and guidance about opportunities post 18.

• Careers Café• Pastoral Support• HE guidance• Futures Week• Availability of fortnightly SYPS

appointments

What can you expect from the Centre?Financial Support – 16-19 Bursary

• Students entitled to received FSM will receive a sum of money three times a year, equivalent to £10 per week

• Three times a year all other students who qualify will be able to access this fund to provide support for a wide range of needs including: trips, additional study materials, clothes for Post 16 study

Please take away and complete the FSM form if you feel that your child will be able to benefit from this fund

How can you help and support this next stage of education?

• Access the preparing to study Power Points on our website: http://www.stapenhillpsc.staffs.sch.uk/

• Read the preparing to study guides for a range of information about Post 16 study

• Keep contact information and phone numbers up-to-date

• Consider the need of the student to have a part time job – 10 hours of part time work can have disastrous consequences with regards to Post 16 achievement

• Please do not book family holidays in term time – they will not be authorised

• Phone us by 9:15am if the student is ill

Date Event

23rd August GCSE results day. Robert Sutton and Paulet students see their Head of 6th Form before leaving for a quick Progression Interview

3rd September 1.30 pm - Progression Interviews for any student unable to attend on GCSE results day, and those coming to us from other schools

4th September Enrolment day at the centre (appointments times TBC)

5th September 9.00 am – Study Skills Induction

6th September Lessons begin – register at the schools at 8.30 am

28th September Deadline date for subject changes

October Progress assessment data to be sent to parents/carers

Key Dates for your dairy

Any questions?