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KEY STAGE 4

OPTIONS BOOKLET

Dear Student

This Key Stage 4 Option Booklet gives you information on the courses you will study in Years 10 and 11. At Winchmore you will follow a core curriculum consisting of the following:

English Language GCSEEnglish Literature GCSE Mathematics GCSECombined Science GCSE - equivalent to two GCSE’sReligious Education Full Course GCSEHealthy Lifestyles (Physical Education) - non examinedPSHCEE - non examined You will then have the choice of up to four other subjects. Making the right choice is a very important task. Due to the current Coronavirus situation it is not possible to hold our usual Options Evening, so you need to read through this booklet with your parents. If you have any questions please email the Head of Faculty or Head of Department using the email addresses at the back of this booklet. If you or your parents have any questions, please email Mr Larner on [email protected] and he will support you in making the correct choices. Your Options Form including recommended pathway will be issued following the virtual Options Evening (details below), via email. We would like all forms returned by Monday 19th April.

When making your choices, you need to think carefully about which subjects you are most interested in and in which you would do well. NO OPTIONS WILL BE CHANGED AFTER FRIDAY 24th SEPTEMBER 2021, as changes after this date have a negative impact on your progress.

Our virtual Options Evening is Thursday 25th March 2021 at 6pm. A Google Meet link will be added to your student Google Classroom Calendar in advance of the evening (this can be accessed through the calendar app) Please use this link and your school account to access the meeting - non school accounts will not be admitted.

If you are not able to attend this virtual evening, the options presentation, along with audio commentary, will be available under Learning - KS4 Options 2021 on our website.

I would also like to take this oportunity to thank all of your parents and carers for their support for you and Winchmore School over this last year.

Mr J OwenHeadteacher

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Parents & FamilyThey know you best of all as a person.

Ask their advice

Subject StaffCan provide a true picture

of your subject ability

Form TutorKnow you quite well, having

seen you develop socially and academically this year.

Careers AdvisorCan give you independent advice and information or careers and further

education requirement- See Mrs Winter -

Other StudentsStudents already doing the

course can give you valuable insight

Head of YearUnderstands your all-round situation

Hints And tips

Do...Choose subjects that...

You do well in

You enjoy

Give you a broad range of subjects

Will enable you to do the A Levels and BTECs you want to do in the Sixth Form

Don’t...Choose subjects because...

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You will be studying this course for two years!

Q. Will I get the subjects I choose? Every effort will be made to give you the subjects you have chosen but in some cases it may not always be possible. This

is why we give you two reserve choices. The reasons for not being allocated your choices are: • There may be more students wanting to take the subject than we can accommodate. If this is the case, consideration

will be given to those who we think will most benefit from the course. • A course may have too few students choosing it therefore it will not be practical to run. • The combination of subjects you have chosen cannot be fitted into the option blocks. • You may not have met entry criteria in your latest Progress Check.

Q. What is a BTEC/NCFE subject and what is the main difference between that and a GCSE?A. A BTEC/NCFE is a subject that is partly assessed using coursework. Typically, it suits students who perform better in

classwork than in examinations, providing they work to complete all the tasks set. Most GCSEs are examined at the end of the course.

Q. Are BTEC/NCFE subjects and Cambridge Nationals worth the same as GCSE subjects?A. All subjects are worth the same: one GCSE.

Q. If I do BTEC/NCFE subjects, can I still get into Winchmore Sixth Form?A. Yes, as long as you have a minimum of grade 5 in English and Mathematics you will be able to study A Levels/Level 3 courses.

Q. Can I do a mixture of BTEC/NCFE and GCSE subjects?A. Yes, that is absolutely fine.

Q. Can I do more than one Design and Technology subject?A. Yes, on any pathway you can choose more than one design and technology subject. However, you cannot choose two of

the following: Art, Digital Art, Photography and Textiles as the core design content is the same.

Q. Will I get all of my first choices?A. While the majority of students do get their first choices, we do have to allocate a significant number of back-up choices,

so it is important you select back-up choices that you are willing and able to do. If you have a specific career direction or outside interest in mind, you should write this on the options form so that we can take this into account when we allocate subjects. You should list your subjects in order of priority.

Q. Do I have to take a language?A. Most students will be expected to study a language as language qualifications are increasingly important in today’s global

society. They are also valued by universities and employers. We have spoken to your language teacher about your suitability for a language course. Please be aware that we did not ask them about your commitment or behaviour in their language lessons but about your aptitude for the subject. The Pathway chosen for you reflects their recommendation.

Q. Can I do two languages?A. French and Spanish are taught or different sides of the timetable so it is not possible to have lessons in both. However,

we have a large number of ‘Community Language’ entries each year for students that can speak, read, listen and write in another language. Please fill this in on the options form if this applies to you.

Q. What science option will I take?A. All students will follow the Combined Science route. Students have nine lessons per fortnight. They will then go on to

sit six exams, two each of Biology, Chemistry and Physics. This award covers all three sciences and is equivalent to two GCSEs. Students following this route and achieving good grades (Grade 6 or above) are eligible to study science A levels at Winchmore Sixth Form.

We also offer Separate Science as individual GCSEs in Physics, Chemistry and Biology, and this would take up one of the free choice option slots. As it is very demanding, we only recommend this course to students with a high degree of aptitude and passion for science. Students following Separate Science will achieve GCSE Biology, GCSE Chemistry and GCSE Physics.

Q. When do I find out which subjects I have been given from my choices?A. You will find out which subjects you have been allocated in July 2021. If you think we have made a mistake or you are not

happy with your options, there is an opportunity to talk to Mr Larner, Assistant Headteacher, KS4 Progress Leader, about this. If we have any concerns about the subjects you have chosen, we will contact your parents between April and July to discuss them with your parents and you.

Q. If I start a subject and later realise that I have made a mistake, what can I do?A. This happens to some students every year. There are only three weeks at the start of term when we look at requests for

changes and make them if we can. Sometimes subject groups are full and students are unable to move but we do our best to help. By the end of the first three weeks of the autumn term, we have to stop making any changes as you will have missed too much work to begin a new subject.

If your question isn’t answered here, please contact the school, initially by email to Mr Larner: [email protected]

Frequently Asked questions

CompulsoryCore

Curriculum

English and English Literature - GCSEActing Head of Faculty: Miss T Charalambous

Course InformationStudents will have nine lessons a fortnight ofEnglish in Year 10 and Year 11 in which studentsstudy for two GCSEs; English Language andEnglish Literature. Key skills in reading,comprehension and inference are covered as wellas the creative use of language for a variety ofpurposes and audiences. Alongside the functionalaspect of English, students are encouraged toembrace literature and will study a wide range oftexts from Shakespeare and 19th centuryliterature through to modern poetry, drama andprose.

Year 10Students will begin Year 10 with the Power andConflict cluster of the AQA poetry anthology. Theywill then go on to study the 19th century text 'AChristmas Carol’ by Charles Dickens, followed by

J.B. Priestley’s ‘An Inspector Calls’. In the finalterm, students will return to language skills whenthey begin preparations for an end-of-yearassessment on Language paper 1; CreativeReading and Writing. They will also complete theSpoken Language unit..

Year 11In Year 11, students will build on their knowledgeand experience of both English Literature andEnglish language skills. Students will start theyear by studying a Shakespeare play - Macbeth.Following this, students will tackle the challengingLanguage paper 2; Writers' Viewpoints andPerspectives, which involves comprehension ofnon-fiction texts and persuasive writing. In the runup to the exams students will return to revision oftheir Year 10 literature texts as well as all sectionsof the Language papers.

Internal Assessment External Assessment

Both English Language and English Literature areassessed through 100% examination. Over thecourse of Years 10 and 11, students will undertakeassessments which mirror the exams they will take atthe end of Year 11 in order to best prepare them andto monitor their progress.There is also a non-examination assessment ofSpoken Language. This is a separate endorsementand is compulsory.

English Language:

Paper 1 - Explorations in creative writing and reading(50%)Paper 2 - Writers' viewpoints and perspectives (50%)

English Literature:

Paper 1 - Shakespeare and the 19th century novel(40%)Paper 2 - Modern texts and Poetry (60%)

Course Title Exam Board andSpecification code

Entry Criteria(if applicable)

Website

GCSE English LanguageGCSE English Literature

AQA 8700AQA 8702

www.aqa.org.uk

Further Study after KS4:English is a vital subject whatever students decide to do when they finish their GCSEs and, through theduration of the course, students are equipped with many transferable reading and writing skills. Many schoolsand colleges require a grade 4 or grade 5 for entry to further education courses. Both English Language andEnglish Literature are available to study at A level at Winchmore School as separate courses.

Mathematics - GCSEHead of Faculty: Mr C Bektas

Course InformationStudents will have eight hours of maths a fortnightthroughout Year 10 and Year 11.Pupils will be studying to be entered for either theHigher or Foundation paper.

Year 10During Year 10 pupils will be building on fromtheir knowledge at KS3. Pupils will cover topicssuch as solving algebraic equations, Areas andvolumes of prisms. Angle rules such as angles inparallel lines and polygons. Pupils will also buildon knowledge of data and graphical analysis.

Year 11In Year 11 pupils complete the KS4 curriculum.They are also allocated suitable time to recap keyparts of the curriculum and learning from Year 10and 11. Final decisions about their entries will bemade in Year 11 (Higher or Foundation) and theywill focus on exam preparations towards the endof the year.


Throughout Key Stage 4 pupils will be given halftermly exams with GCSE questions based on thetopics that they will have covered each half term.This is to allow pupils to grow in confidence in examstyle questions. From these internal assessmentspupils will have the opportunity to move into sets thatbest cater for their needs

Pupils will sit three papers.Paper 1 - Non calculator (1 hour and 30 minutes)Paper 2 - Calculator (1 hour and 30 minutes)Paper 3 - Calculator (1hour and 30 minutes)

Pupils will either be entered for higher or foundation.



Website

GCSE Mathematics Edexcel - 1MA1 qualifications.pearson.com

Further Study after KS4:Through the study of Mathematics pupils will learn to problem solve and apply logical thinking to answerworded problems relating to the real world.After the study of KS4 mathematics pupils can choose to extend their knowledge via the study of A levelmathematics. This delves deeper into certain topics covered at GCSE and links many topics.

Combined Science - GCSEHead of Faculty: Miss F Ronketti

Second in Faculty: Miss S Bheekoo

Course InformationScience is a compulsory subject. All students willbe entered for combined science, which includesthe subjects of all three sciences i.e. BiologyChemistry and Physics (the combined sciencequalification is worth 2 GCSES).

Year 10During Year 10 pupils are building up on theirknowledge from KS3. Pupils start studyingPhysics paper 1, chapters 1 - 7, followed byChemistry paper 1, chapters 1 - 7, followed byBiology paper 1, chapters 1 - 9. There are anumber of required practicals that pupils willundertake during Year 10 which will be examinedduring the summer GCSE exams and have a15% weighting of each exam paper.

Year 11During Year 11 pupils will build upon the Year 10knowledge. Pupils start studying Physics paper 2,chapters 8 - 15, followed by Chemistry paper 2,chapters 8 - 14, followed by Biology paper 2chapters 10 - 18. There are a number of requiredpracticals that pupils will undertake during Year 11which will be examined during the summer GCSEexams and have a 15% weighting of each exampaper.


Physics paper 1 mock Autumn term of Year 10.Chemistry paper 1 mock Spring term Year 10,Biology paper 1 mock Summer term of Year 10Physics paper 2 mock Autumn term of Year 11.Chemistry paper 2 mock Spring term Year 11,Biology paper 2 mock Summer term of Year 11

6 x 1hour 15 min written exams, 70 marks eachBiology paper 1Biology paper 2Chemistry paper 1Chemistry paper 2Physics paper 1Physics paper 2



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Combined Science Trilogy 8464 https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/combined-science-trilogy-8464

Further Study after KS4: Through this course you’ll develop transferable skills, such as problem solving,communication and critical thinking skills, which will prepare you for further study or the world of work, regardlessof the subjects or career you wish to pursue.A-Level BiologyA-Level ChemistryA-Level PhysicsMedical science certificate or diploma - Level 3 advanced qualification Applied science CTEC

Religious Education - GCSEReligious Education KS4 Coordinator: Mrs Y Halil

Course Information

Students will study the beliefs and practices ofChristianity and Islam. They will also be encouragedto consider their own response to 21st Centuryissues, as well as understanding the responses ofChristianity and Islam. The course consists of 2areas of study:

Component 1: The Study of Religion: Beliefs,Teachings and Practices

● Christianity● Islam

Component 2: Thematic studies

● Relationships and Families● Crime and Punishment● Peace and Conflict● Religion and Life

Year 10Students will continue their study of the beliefs,teachings and practices of Christianity and Islam.Students will understand the influence that beliefsand teachings have on individuals, communities andsociety. They will examine the common anddivergent views within Christianity and Islam andhow these are understood and expressed.

Year 11Over the course of Year 10 and Year 11, studentsstudy a total of four religious, philosophical andethical themes: ‘Crime and Punishment’ (Year 9),‘Relationships and Families’ (Year 10), ‘Peace andConflict’ and ‘Religion and Life’ (Year 11). Studentswill examine different religious and non-religious(Atheist and Humanist) perspectives on theseissues, including their impact and influence on themodern world.


Students will be assessed at the end of each unit ofwork. Each assessment will reflect the examquestions that students will be expected to answer.

Two written exams, each 1 hour and 4 5minutes inlength. Each exam is 50% of the RE GCSE.

Paper 1: The Study of Religions (Christianity andIslam)

Paper 2: Themes



Website

GCSE Religious Studies AQA 8062 https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/religious-studies/gcse/r

eligious-studies-a-8062

Further Study after KS4:

A-levels

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/religious-studies/gcse/religious-studies-a-8062



Core PE - non examinedSubject Leader : Mrs H Smith

Course Information

Students will continue with Core PE, completing a range of sporting activities throughout both years in orderto further develop sporting skills, fitness and healthy lifestyle knowledge.

In addition, the following Awards are available;

· Sports Leaders UK Award (Sport)Coaching / Leadership skills in general PE, working with local primary schools(Insurance cost approximately £10.00).

· Sports Leaders UK Award (Dance)Similar to Sports Leaders UK Award , but with a focus on Dance (Insurance cost approximately £10.00).

· F.A. Football Leaders Award (Football)Coaching and Leading in football based activities, working with local primary schools (the course will beoutside on the fields, as well as to some primary school visits) (Insurance cost approximately £10.00).

Option Choices

Art, Craft and Design - GCSEHead of Department: Mrs A Shakespeare

Course Information

GCSE Art, Craft & Design is the right subjectfor you if you enjoy:· Developing your visual skills and engaging with

the creative process of art, craft and design· Developing and refining ideas· Visits to galleries, museums, workshops and

studios· Experimenting and taking risks with your work,

and learning from your experiences.

It’s really important that you have a passion forthe subject and a desire to know more abouthistorical and contemporary art, and how to useart materials and processes to develop andexpress your own ideas. This course will give youthe skills to enjoy, engage with and produce visualarts throughout your life.

You will develop your visual skills and build aportfolio of work by completing a wide range ofactivities and in-depth assignments. Throughoutthe course, you will:· Develop and explore ideas.· Select and experiment with appropriate media,

materials, techniques and processes

· Record your ideas, observations and insights.· Present personal and meaningful responses.

GCSE Art, Craft & Design is a broad and flexiblecourse.

A keen and genuine interest in Art and Designis essential. This demanding course requires aserious approach, consistent effort, and extrawork outside of lesson time. You are encouragedto develop your ideas in a creative way, and tolearn to record from observation and directexperience. The ability to research and developideas through to a satisfactory conclusion is alsoessential. You will be expected to produce adetailed A4 sketchbook for each project.

Year 10FormsArtists, Faces, FiguresYear 10 Exam

Year 11Externally Set Assignment ‘Year 11 Mock Exam’Externally Set Assignment


Each component is assessed out of 72 marks againstthe four Assessment Objectives. Your teacher will markyour work and it may be moderated by Edexcel.Component 1: This component is worth 60% of yourGCSE. You will produce a portfolio of work based ontasks agreed with your teacher.

Component 2: This component is worth 40% of yourGCSE. You will produce preparatory studies andpersonal outcome(s) based on a theme set by Edexcel.



Website

GCSE Art, Craft & Design Pearson Edexcel 1ADO Secure in Art and a goodhomework record

https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcs

es/art-and-design-2016.html

Further Study after KS4:Through this course you’ll develop transferable skills, such as problem solving, communication and critical thinkingskills, which will prepare you for further study or the world of work, regardless of the subjects or career you wish topursue. If you wish to study Art and Design beyond GCSE, you could do a Level 3 course, such as A level Art,Craft and Design or Photography.

https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/art-and-design-2016.html



WJEC GCSE Art and Design - 3D Design (alsoknown as Product Design) GCSE

Subject Leader: Mr J Gawthorpe

Course Information

The WJEC Eduqas GCSE in Art and Design isdesigned to provide engaging, challenging,coherent and meaningful learning experiencesthrough a flexible structure that supports thesequential and incremental development ofcreative practice. There are opportunities to todevelop 3D solutions to a series of set designbriefs and to experience a wide range of digitaland ‘real-world’ tools.

● Component 1 - Portfolio● AO1 Critical understanding (30 Marks)● AO2 Creative making (30 Marks)● AO3 Reflective recording (30 Marks)● AO4 Personal presentation (30 Marks)

● Component 2 -Component 1 : Externally SetAssignment40% of qualification 80 marks

● The Externally Set Assignment materials consist

of a series of assignments based on themes,visual stimuli and written briefs set by WJEC.Students are required to select one of the setassignments and develop it in the form of:

• a personal response• a specific design brief• or another suitable approach.

Year 10● In Year 10 learners complete a range of

focus practical tasks to build on theirpractical and design skills.

● Start Component 1, which is a designportfolio, where learners will start todevelop work for their major project.

Year 11● In Year 11, students will continue with their

Component 1 portfolio and produce thepractical work for their major project.

● Will complete component 2 which is set byWJEC.


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Website

WJEC Eduqas Level1/Level 2 GCSE (9-1) inArt and Design

C655QS 3D Design Secure in DesignTechnology and a goodhomework recordSecure in Maths ispreferred

https://www.wjec.co.uk/qualifications/art-and-design-

gcse/#tab_overview

Prior learning and progressionThis specification builds on subject content which is taught at Key Stage 3 andprovides a suitable foundation for the study of Art and Design at either AS or A level. Inaddition, the specification provides a coherent, satisfying and worthwhile course of studyfor students who do not wish to progress to further study in this subject.

https://www.wjec.co.uk/qualifications/art-and-design-gcse/#tab_overview



Business - GCSEHead of Department: Miss K Hurley

Overview

The aims and objectives of this qualification are toenable students to:

❖ Know and understand business concepts,business terminology, business objectives, theintegrated nature of business activity and theimpact of business on individuals and widersociety.

❖ Develop as enterprising individuals with theability to think commercially and creatively todemonstrate business acumen, and draw onevidence to make informed business decisionsand solve business problems.

❖ Develop as effective and independent students,and as critical and reflective thinkers withenquiring minds.

❖ Investigate and analyse real businessopportunities and issues to constructwell-argued, well-evidenced, balanced andstructured arguments, demonstrating their depthand breadth of understanding of business.

❖ Develop and apply quantitative skills relevant tobusiness, including using and interpreting data.

Year 10

Introduction to small business

❖ Topic 1.1 Enterprise and entrepreneurship❖ Topic 1.2 Spotting a business opportunity❖ Topic 1.3 Putting a business idea into practice❖ Topic 1.4 Making the business effective❖ Topic 1.5 Understanding external influences on

business

Year 11

Building a business

❖ Topic 2.1 Growing the business❖ Topic 2.2 Making marketing decisions❖ Topic 2.3 Making operational decisions❖ Topic 2.4 Making financial decisions❖ Topic 2.5 Making human resource decisions


Theme 1: Investigating small business

Written examination: 1 hour and 30 minutes50% of the qualification,90 marks

Theme 2: Building a business

Written examination: 1 hour and 30 minutes50% of the qualification,90 mark



Website

GCSE Business 9-1 Edexcel Mastering in English andSecure in Maths

https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/GCSE/Business/2017/specification-and-sample-assessments/GCSE%20Business

%20SAMs_WEB.pdf

Further Study after KS4:Students completing GCSE Business may progress onto A-Level Economics or Business, BTEC NationalBusiness. GCSE Business is a very highly respected qualification and a good platform for a wide variety of A-Leveldisciplines. Many of our students go on to study Business related courses at university.

https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/GCSE/Business/2017/specification-and-sample-assessments/GCSE%20Business%20SAMs_WEB.pdf






Business & Enterprise - NCFE Level 1/2Subject Leader: Miss K Hurley

The NCFE Level 1/2 Technical Award in Businessand Enterprise is designed to provide pupils withthe skills, knowledge and understanding of theapplied study of good business and enterprisepractices and an understanding of working in thesector.

What will the students learn?

Each student will gain a broad understanding ofBusiness and Enterprise including the following:

❖ entrepreneurial characteristics andbusiness aims and objectives

❖ legal structures, organisational structuresand stakeholder engagement

❖ the marketing mix, market research,market types and orientation types

❖ internal and external influences onbusiness

❖ research, resource planning and growthfor business

❖ human resource requirements for abusiness start-up

❖ sources of enterprise funding andbusiness finance

❖ business and enterprise planning.

Qualification structure and how to achieve:

Pupils are required to successfully complete twomandatory units. Pupils must also achieve aminimum of a ‘Level 1 Pass’ in the internal andexternal assessments.

This qualification is appropriate for Key Stage 4pupils who are motivated and challenged bylearning through hands-on practical content. It isa technical alternative to GCSEs with equivalentlevels of rigour and challenge. There may bespecial consideration made for individual studentsdepending on the circumstances involved.


Unit 2- Understanding resources for Business andEnterprise planning- coursework- 60%

Unit 1- Introduction to Business and Enterprise.Written Exam - 40%



Website

NCFE Level 1/2 TechnicalAward in Business andEnterprise

NCFE - 603/2955/5 Secure in Maths andEnglish is preferred but

not essential.

https://www.qualhub.co.uk/qualification-search/qualification-detail/ncfe-level-12-technical-award-in-busines

s-and-enterprise-4594


Depending on the grade the pupil achieves in this qualification, they could progress to:

❖ Level 3 courses in Business❖ A Level Business❖ A Level Economics

https://www.qualhub.co.uk/qualification-search/qualification-detail/ncfe-level-12-technical-award-in-business-and-enterprise-4594





Computing - GCSEHead of Department: Mrs P Christou

Course InformationThis is a course that has real relevance in ourmodern world. While learners will no doubt alreadyhave some knowledge of computers and relatedareas, the course will give them an in-depthunderstanding of how computer technology worksand a look at what goes on “behind the scenes”. Aspart of this, they will investigate computerprogramming, which many learners find interesting.

Year 10Component 1 - Computer SystemsThe first component is an exam focused oncomputer systems covering the physical elements ofcomputer science and the associated theory.

Year 11Component 2 - Computational Thinking, Algorithmsand Programming.This component is focused on the course theory ofcomputer science and the application of computerscience principles.


Practical Programming - Part of Component 2All students must be given the opportunity toundertake a programming task(s), either to aspecification or to solve a problem (or problems),during their course of study. Students may draw onsome of the content in both components whenengaged in Practical Programming.

Component Paper 1Written paper: 1 hour and 30 minutes50% of total GCSE80 marksThis is a non-calculator paper.All questions are mandatory.This paper consists of multiple choice questions,short response questions and extended responseQuestions.

Component Paper 2Written paper: 1 hour and 30 minutes50% of total GCSE80 marksThis is a non-calculator paper.This paper has two sections: Section A andSection B. Students must answer both sections.All questions are mandatory.In Section B, questions assessing students’ ability towrite or refine algorithms must be answered usingeither the OCR Exam Reference Language or thehigh-level programming language they are familiarwith.



Website

OCR GCSE (9-1) inComputer Science

OCRJ277

Mastering in Maths https://www.ocr.org.uk/Images/558027-specification-gcse-computer-science-j2

77.pdf

Further Study after KS4:Level 3 BTEC National In Computing Extended Certificate, A Level Computer ScienceOCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma

https://www.ocr.org.uk/Images/558027-specification-gcse-computer-science-j277.pdf




Dance - GCSEHead of Department: Miss R Dives

Course InformationGCSE Dance is a course designed for students whoare enthusiastic about performing, choreographingand analysing Dance. It is open to all students andall styles of dance. The course incorporates bothpractical and theory exam tasks to prepare forexamination.

Dance is an empowering and powerful form ofnon-verbal communication which enables thedevelopment of creative, imaginative, physical,emotional and intellectual capacities. This is anengaging course that requires a range of physical,technical, expressive and mental skills.

Year 10In Year 10, students will master two of the setphrases (Breathe and Shift) and a duet performancepiece where they will be marked on the accuracy oftheir physical, technical and mental skills.This year, students will be presented with theopportunity to be a dancer in the Year 11 GCSEExam. This will provide them with excellentunderstanding of what is required in their own Year11 Choreography Exam.

Students will also study 4 of the 6 professionalworks in preparation for their written exam.

Year 11The choreography paper is released in September,and students will then begin to develop their ownchoreographic skills. Thisyear will also consist ofrehearsing and refiningperformance pieces readyfor a NovemberPerformance Exam andMarch ChoreographyExam.

The last two professionalworks will be studied inpreparation for a writtenexam at the end of the 2year course.


Component 1: Performance and ChoreographyPerformanceSet phrases through a solo performance (approximatelyone minute in duration)Duet/Trio Performance (three minutes in a danceminimum)

ChoreographySolo or group choreography (two to two and a halfminutes) or a group dance for two to five dancers (threeto three and a half minutes)

Component 2: Dance AppreciationWritten Exam (1 hour and half)40% of GCSE80 Marks

Knowledge and understanding of choreographicprocesses and performance skills.

Critical appreciation of own work

Critical appreciation of professional works



Website

GCSE DANCE AQA8236

Secure in PE or Dance https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/dance/gcse/dance-8236

Further Study after KS4: Through studying Dance at KS4, you can study ALevel Dance Or the BTECPerforming Arts course. GCSE Dance allows for a pathway into the creative industry and is a good platform forstudents to develop their versatility. From these qualifications, students can progress on to study both vocationaland university degree courses.

Graphic Communication - GCSEHead of Department: Mrs A Shakespeare

Course Information

GCSE Graphic Design is the right subject foryou if you enjoy:

· Developing your visual skills and engagingwith the creative process of art, craft anddesign.

· Developing and refining ideas· Visits to galleries, museums, workshops and

studios.· Experimenting and taking risks with your

work, and learning from your experiences.

It’s really important that you have a passion forthe subject and a desire to know more abouthistorical and contemporary Graphics, and how touse art materials and processes to develop andexpress your own ideas. This course will give youthe skills to enjoy, engage with and produce visualarts throughout your life.

You will develop your visual skills and build aportfolio of work by completing a wide range ofactivities and in-depth assignments. Throughoutthe course, you will:

· Develop and explore ideas.· Select and experiment with appropriate

media, materials, and processes.· Record your ideas, observations and

insights.· Present personal and meaningful

responses.

A keen and genuine interest in Graphics isessential. This demanding course requires aserious approach, consistent effort, and extrawork outside of lesson time. You are encouragedto develop your ideas in a creative way, and tolearn to record from observation and directexperience. The ability to research and developideas through to a satisfactory conclusion is alsoessential. You will be expected to produce adetailed A3 Portfolio for each project.

Year 10 ProjectsBrand MeLondon BookYear 10 ExamYear 11 ProjectsExternally Set Assignment ‘Year 11 Mock Exam’Externally Set Assignment


Each component is assessed out of 72 marks againstthe four Assessment Objectives. Your teacher will markyour work and it may be moderated by Edexcel.Component 1: This component is worth 60% of yourGCSE. You will produce a portfolio of work based ontasks agreed with your teacher




Website

GCSE Art, Craft andDesign: GraphicCommunication

Pearson Edexcel 1GCO Secure in Art and a goodhomework record

https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/art-and-desi

gn-2016.html

Further Study after KS4: Through this course you’ll develop transferable skills, such as problem solving,communication and critical thinking skills, which will prepare you for further study or the world of work, regardlessof the subjects or career you wish to pursue. If you wish to study Graphics beyond GCSE, you could do a Level 3course, such as A level Art, Craft and Design or Photography.





Drama - GCSEHead of Department: Mr Waters

Course InformationDrama is the right subject for you if you have apassion and interest in theatre, performance andtheatre design.Why choose drama?Drama unlocks creativity and opens your mind to anunlimited amount of potential. Live theatre helps usto make sense of the world around us and tries toanswer life’s most important questions.You might not want to work in the performing arts asa career, but the skills you’ll learn in drama willserve you well whatever you choose to do later.Dive into a play and take Drama GCSE – you’reabout to make new friends and some magnificentmemories!You must have a passion for Drama and Theatre todo this course and be ready to work hard!What will I do in drama?

● Create and perform original devised theatre.● Perform scripted work.● Interpret and analyse theatre.● Become a theatre critic! Evaluate theatre.

● Watch live theatre.● Make memories.

PathwaysYou can choose 2 different pathways in GCSEdrama:

● Performer● Designer (Lighting, sound, costume, set)

You may love theatre, but don’t want to be aperformer. In drama you are able to complete thecourse by fulfilling a design role in either costume,set, lighting or sound.

Year 10Development of skills.Devised performance + portfolio.Mock Component 3 examination.Theatre trips (in both year 10 and 11)

Year 11Performance from a text - two extracts.Externally set written examination.


Component 1 - Devising - you will create an originalpiece of drama from a stimulus that will be setexternally. You will have a choice of five including piecesof art, quotes, historical and social events . You will alsosubmit a written portfolio that tracks your process.This component is worth 40% of your overall GCSE.

Component 2 - Performance - you will perform twoextracts from a text chosen by you to an examiner. Youwill be given the option to perform or design in thiscomponent. This component is worth 20% of youroverall GCSE.Component 3 - externally set written examination -you will sit a 1 hour and 45 minute paper at the end ofthe year. This is in two sections and consists of a studyof a set text and a theatre review. This component isworth 40% of your overall GCSE.



Website

GCSE Drama Edexcel1DRO

Secure in DramaSecure in English is

preferred but notessential

https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/GCSE/Drama/2016/Specification%20and%20sample%20assessments/GCSE2016_L12_Drama_Issue

_2_Specification.pdf

Further Study after KS4: You can go on to study A Level Drama and Theatre studies or pursue a BTEC Level 3 inPerforming Arts. However, drama gives you the autonomous, interpersonal and problem solving skills that would berelevant to any subject at further study. You might choose to become an actor, director, theatrical designer, marketer oryou may choose a career outside of the performing arts. Those who do drama go on to obtain careers in lots of differentindustries including: Law, marketing, sales, social work, therapy, events management, public speaking etc Thepossibilities within drama are endless!

https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/GCSE/Drama/2016/Specification%20and%20sample%20assessments/GCSE2016_L12_Drama_Issue_2_Specification.pdf






MFL - French or Spanish - GCSEHead of Faculty: Miss Peon

Course InformationAll Pathway 1 and 3 Students study either Frenchor Spanish to GCSE, continuing the languagethey started at KS3. The courses aim to developconfidence and ability in using the foreignlanguage and to increase cultural awareness inthe countries where the languages are spoken.Students will have five lessons a fortnight of MFLin Year 10 and Year 11. Four key skills - listening,reading, speaking and writing are covered as partof the GCSE course. Our objective is to enablestudents of all abilities to develop their French orSpanish language skills to their full potential,equipping them with the knowledge tocommunicate in a variety of contexts withconfidence.

Students study all of the following themes onwhich the assessments are based.

Theme 1: Identity and culture

Theme 2: Local, national, international and global

areas of interest

Theme 3: Current and future study and

employment

The aim is to make the language and thesituations as authentic and as appropriate forteenagers as possible, drawing resources frombrochures, newspapers and magazines. You willalso have conversation classes with a French orSpanish assistant, a native speaker who will helpprepare for speaking exams.


French and Spanish are assessed through 100%examination. Over the course of years 10 and 11,students will undertake assessments which mirrorthe exams they will take at the end of Year 11 inorder to best prepare them and to monitor theirprogress.

4 examinations which take place in the summer ofyear 11Listening (25%)Reading (25%)Writing (25%)Speaking (25%)



Website

French/Spanish GCSE AQA 8658 /8698 N/A https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/languages/gcse


Students who have gained a good GCSE grade can later continue language study at A level or seek awide variety of career opportunities requiring knowledge of a foreign language - e.g. tourism, banking,journalism, business and commerce, education, law amongst many others. A language GCSE isconsidered a ‘facilitating’ subject, meaning that it is favoured by Russell Group universities whenconsidering students for their degree courses.

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/languages/gcse/french-8658/subject-content/themes#id-Theme_1_Identity_and_culture_1_1_1

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/languages/gcse/french-8658/subject-content/themes#id-Theme_2_Local_national_international_and_global_areas_of_interest_1_1_2


https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/languages/gcse

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/languages/gcse

Geography - GCSEHead of Faculty: Mr B Young

Course InformationAre you interested in studying Geography further?You should be, because Geography tackles the bigissues that affect us all:

● Caring for the environment, studying issuessuch as climate change.

● Concern for other countries not as fortunateas ours around the world.

● Rapid changes in the modern world(economic, social and environmental).

● Understanding and accepting that our fellowglobal citizens are different to us and theyhave rights like us about the world’s future.

You must be prepared to work hard and have aninterest in the subject. The emphasis is on usingskills that you will need for later life.Geographers can: ask questions and find answers,make decisions about an issue, handle data, makea concise report, analyse material and organisethemselves.Geographers are: problem solvers, goodcommunicators, socially, economically andenvironmentally aware, spatially aware, good teamplayers and computer literate.

Year 10● Urbanisation in contrasting global cities (e.g.

London and Mumbai).● Urban and rural change in the UK, including

tourism, shopping, transport and housing.● Development issues, including comparing

countries, aid, political and economic links.● International trade, multinational companies

and globalisation.● Rivers, flooding and coastal management.

Year 11● Fieldwork: All students must complete two

fieldwork enquiries in contrasting locations.We currently arrange a 3 day field trip toDorset for all students. Students will learnhow interesting it is to see Geographyoutside the classroom ‘in the real world!’

● Weather and climate, including extremeweather hazards.

● Climate change - causes, effects andsolutions.

● Ecosystems under threat, e.g. rainforests.● Water resources and desertification.


Geography is assessed through 100% examination.Over the course of years 10 and 11, students willundertake assessments which mirror the exams theywill take at the end of Year 11 in order to best preparethem and to monitor their progress.

Three ExamsComponent 1 (40%) – Investigating GeographicalIssuesComponent 2 (30%) – Problem Solving GeographyComponent 3 (30%) – Applied Fieldwork Enquiry


Entry Criteria Website

Eduqas Geography B WJEC EduqasC112QS

Secure in Geography www.eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/geography-gcse-b

Further Study after KS4: Geography links well with other subjects (it keeps your future options open) andtherefore career opportunities are numerous. The Russell Group of 20 leading universities has listedGeography as a preferred ‘facilitating subject’ for students to have studied before starting any degree.Geography students go on to a wide range of careers, e.g. in finance, business, law, accountancy, journalism,tourism, government, sustainability, international development, town & transport planning, housing & socialwelfare, education, chartered surveying, geology and environmental science. Geography is a great choice interms of getting a job. For further information see www.rgs.org/choosegeography/

http://www.eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/geography-gcse-b

http://www.eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/geography-gcse-b

http://www.rgs.org/geography/studying-geography-and-careers

http://www.rgs.org/choosegeography/

Health and Fitness - NCFE Level 1/2Subject Leader: Miss H Smith

Course InformationHealth and Fitness is ideal for learners who arelooking to develop a significant core knowledgeand understanding of health and fitnessprinciples, and the know-how to apply theseneeded qualities to the health and fitness sector.

It is a vocational qualification equivalent to GCSEgrades 8.5-1. There is no practical assessmentbut students will learn some elements practically.

The course is split into two units. Both of whichare taught in year 10. Both units are thenassessed in Year 11.

Year 10Unit 1:

● Understand and identify the main bodysystems and their functions

● Understand the principles of training andFITT

● Explore how physical activities affect thebody in short and long term

● Understand how relevant fitness tests canbe used for specific health and skill relatedcomponents of fitness.

Unit 2:● Understand different lifestyle analysis tools

and how to apply them, create a health andfitness programme that is continuouslyreviewed and implemented.

Year 11

Unit 1: Written exam in November.

Unit 2: Synoptic project released from the examboard in December to be completed by March.

For those students choosing NCFE Health &Fitness, they will have opportunities to furtherdevelop their practical skills and techniques.


Synoptic Project: 60%21 hours

Unit 2: Preparing and Planning for health and fitnessInternally Assessed, Externally moderated.

Students will prepare and plan a fitness programmebased on specific skills of fitness. They will assess andanalyse data and practical fitness principles to helpimprove someone’s fitness.

Written Exam: 40%1 hour 30 minutes

Unit 1: Introduction to body systems and principles oftraining in health and fitness



Website

NCFE Level 1/2 TechnicalAward in Health andFitness

NCFE(603/2650/5)(M/616/7094)

Secure in PESecure in English is

preferred but notessential

https://www.ncfe.org.uk/

Further Study after KS4:A Level PE Level 3 BTEC Sport Level 3 CTEC SportCourse can lead to: Physiotherapy, Personal Training, Physiology, Coaching, Teaching, Strength & Conditioning,Sport Development, Nutritionist,

https://www.ncfe.org.uk/

Health and Social Care - BTEC Tech Award Level 1/2Subject Leader: Mrs L Dyche

Course InformationThis course gives you the opportunity to study howpeople grow and develop over the course of theirlives, from infancy to old age, and the factors thatmay affect this, such as major life-changing eventslike marriage or parenthood. You will learn howpeople adapt to these changes as well as the typesof support available to help them.

You will also learn about the different health andsocial care services, and about ‘care values’ andtheir importance in making sure that the people whouse these services get the care they need. You willbe able to demonstrate these care valuespractically. You will develop skills in interpreting dataabout someone’s state of health in order to design aplan that will allow them to improve their health andwellbeing.

This course will give you the opportunity to developskills, knowledge and techniques, and to reviewyour own performance in demonstrating ‘carevalues’.

Year 10Component 1 Human Lifespan Development.During Component 1, students will:• explore how individuals develop physically,

emotionally, socially and intellectually over time• investigate how various factors, events and

choices impact individuals’ growth anddevelopment

• discover how people adapt to life events andcope with making changes.

Year 11Component 2 Health and Social Care Servicesand Values.During Component 2, students will:• learn which health and social care services are

available• identify why people might need to use these

services• discover who’s involved in providing these service• explore what might stop people from accessing

the services they need• look at the care values the sector has to make

sure people get the care and protection they need

Component 3 Health and Wellbeing.To achieve this aim, students will:• learn what ‘being healthy’ means to different

people• explore the different factors that might influence

health and wellbeing• identify key health indicators and how to interpret

them• assess an individual’s health using what they’ve

learned• create a health and wellbeing improvement plan

for that person, including targets andrecommendations of support services available

• reflect on the potential challenges the person mayface when putting the plan into action


Component 1 30%: Students write a report which assessesthe changing impact of different factors on the growth anddevelopment of a person across three life stages.

Component 2 30%: Students carry out a review on how theHealth and Social Care services in their local area meet thespecific needs of two individuals.

Component 3 40%: Students need to assess the health andwellbeing of an individual, responding to short-answerquestions. They are then asked to create a health andwellbeing improvement plan for this individual.

2-hour examination, which is taken in year 11. First attempt inFebruary and one resit opportunity in May.



Website

BTEC Tech Award inHealth and Social Care

Pearson603/0395/5

https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-tech-awards/health-and

-social-care.html

Further Study after KS4:CTEC L3 Health and Social Care Extended Certificate CTEC L3 Health and Social Care Diploma

https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-tech-awards/health-and-social-care.html




History - GCSEHead of Department: Mr C Kemal

Course InformationStudents will have five lessons a fortnight ofHistory in Year 10 and Year 11. Key skills inreading, comprehension, inference, sourceanalysis and evaluation are covered as well asthe skill of essay writing to a higher academiclevel. Alongside the functional aspect of History,students are encouraged to conduct research andreading outside of the classroom in preparationfor their lessons. They will also gain a passionand love for different time periods in history asthere are topics that cover a wide range ofhistorical eras including medieval, early modernand modern history.

Year 10Students in Year 10 begin term 1 by studying thecontent unit of Paper 1 Section A which is a periodstudy called ‘Understanding the modern world.’Section A covers German history from 1890-1945.In term 2, students study Paper 1 Section B which isa wider world depth study. This section focuses on

conflict and tension between East and West from1945-1972; this is also known as the Cold War era.During term 3, students study Section A of Paper 2which is a thematic study called ‘Shaping thenation.’ Section A covers 1,000 years of the historyof medicine in Britain from the year c.1,000 to thepresent day. Year 10s finish the academic year byhaving internal assessments on all three units at theend of the summer term.

Year 11Students in Year 11 begin term 1 by studying thefinal content unit of Paper 2 Section B which is aBritish depth study including the study of a historicenvironment. This section focuses on the reign ofElizabeth I from c.1568-1603. In term 2, studentswill sit internal mock examinations on all four unitsstudied across Years 10 and 11. The rest of theterm is then dedicated to revising the content of allfour units and practising exam questions and pastpapers in order to fully prepare all students for theirfinal examinations in term 3.


GCSE History is assessed through 100%examination. Over the course of Years 10 and 11,students will undertake assessments which mirror theexams they will take at the end of Year 11 in order tobest prepare them and to monitor their progress.They will sit a full exam paper for the unit they havestudied at the end of each term.

Paper 1: Understanding the modern worldSection A: Period studies - Germany, 1890-1945:Democracy and DictatorshipSection B: Wider world depth studies - Conflict andtension between East and West, 1945-1972(50% of GCSE)

Paper 2: Shaping the nationSection A: Thematic studies - Britain: Health and thepeople: c.1,000 to the present daySection B: British depth studies including the historicenvironment - Elizabethan England, c.1568-1603(50% of GCSE)



Website

GCSE History AQA, 8145 Secure in History https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/history/gcse

Further Study after KS4:History is a vital subject whatever students decide to do when they finish their GCSEs and, through theduration of the course, students are equipped with many transferable reading and writing skills. Many schoolsand colleges require a grade 5 or grade 6 for entry to further education courses in humanities. History isavailable to study at Winchmore School in the Sixth Form. A grade 5 at GCSE is the minimum expectedrequirement for students to be able to carry on History at Advanced Level.

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/history/gcse

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/history/gcse

Hospitality and Catering - WJEC Level 2Subject Leader: Mrs L Dyche

Course InformationThis structure has been designed to develop inlearners the knowledge and understanding relatedto a range of hospitality and catering providers; howthey operate and what they have to take intoaccount to be successful. There is the opportunity tolearn about issues related to nutrition and foodsafety and how they affect successful hospitalityand catering operations. In this qualification,learners will also have the opportunity to developsome food preparation and cooking skills as well astransferable skills of problem solving, organisationand time management, planning andcommunication.Year 10Learners apply their learning by considering allaspects of the vocational sector. They shouldacquire knowledge of all aspects of the industry andbe able to propose new hospitality and cateringprovision for specific locations. Learners will be ableto use their learning of different types ofestablishment and job roles to determine the bestoption. They will then apply their learning in relationto front of house and kitchen operations todetermine how the proposed hospitality and cateringprovision will operate efficiently, legally andfinancially viable whilst meeting the needs of theirpotential market. This unit provides a broadintroduction to the vocational sector in a way that ispurposeful and develops a range of transferableskills. During year 10 the following theory topics willbe covered. Students will have their first attempt ofthe Unit 1 exam during the summer term of year 10:

LO1: Understand the environment in whichhospitality and catering providers operate.LO2: Understand how hospitality and cateringprovisions operate.LO3: Understand how hospitality and cateringprovision meets health and safety requirements.LO4: Know how food can cause ill health.LO5: Be able to propose hospitality and cateringprovision to meet specific requirements.Students will develop practical skills during Year 10by making a range of sweet and savoury products.Learning different cooking methods, techniques andskills will give them an advantage in Year 11 for thetimed practical exam.

Year 11Learners apply their learning to safely prepare, cookand present nutritional dishes. They will draw ontheir learning of different types of provision andkitchen and front of house operations in Unit 1, aswell as personal safety in their preparations. Thecontent is relevant not only to employees within foodproduction, but also those with a responsibility forfood safety in the industry, nutritionists andmanagers and owners. This extends the learnersappreciation of the whole vocational area beyondthe kitchen environment. This will be a timedassessment of 9 hours which will include a practicalexam. Units for unit 2:LO1: Understand the importance of nutrition inplanning menusLO2: Understand menu planningLO3: Be able to cook dishes


Unit 2 – Hospitality and catering in action—60% ofthe final gradeInternally assessed portfolio of evidence– response to abrief (to be completed in 9 hours) Practical examincluded.

Theory learnt throughout Year 10 & 11:Unit 1 – The hospitality and catering industry– 40%of final grade (90-minute exam)Externally assessed written exam: Two attempts ofexam. summer 2021 and summer 2022



Website

WJEC Level 1/2 Hospitalityand Catering– Specification AGCSE equivalent

WJEC

601/7703/2.

www.wjec.co.ukhttps://www.wjec.co.uk/qualifications/hospitality-and-catering/hospitality-and-c

atering-level-1-2-award.html

Further Study after KS4: WJEC Level 3 Food, Science and Nutrition (certificate and diploma)Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Advanced Professional CookeryLevel 3 Advanced Diploma in Food Preparation and Cookery Supervision

http://www.wjec.co.uk

https://www.wjec.co.uk/qualifications/hospitality-and-catering/hospitality-and-catering-level-1-2-award.html



Creative iMedia - OCRHead of Department: Mrs P Christou

Course InformationCambridge National in Creative iMedia equipsstudents with the wide range of knowledge andskills needed to work in the creative digital mediasector. They start at pre-production and developtheir skills through practical assignments as theycreate final multimedia products.

The Cambridge Nationals in Creative iMedia willequip learners with a range of creative mediaskills and provide opportunities to develop, incontext, desirable, transferable skills such asresearch, planning, and review, working withothers and communicating creative conceptseffectively. Through the use of these skills,learners will ultimately be creating fit-for-purposecreative media products. The CambridgeNationals in Creative iMedia will also challenge alllearners, including high attaining learners, byintroducing them to demanding material andtechniques; encouraging independence andcreativity and providing tasks that engage with themost taxing aspects of the National Curriculum.

Year 10Unit R081 – Pre productions skills – 25%Externally set and marked assessment paper

Unit R082 — Creating Digital Graphics – 25%Internally assessed portfolio of evidence

Year 11Unit R090 – Digital Photography – 25%Internally assessed portfolio of evidence

Unit R087– Creating Interactive MultimediaProducts – 25%Internally assessed portfolio of evidence


Internal assessment 3 Units of evidence covering alllearning outcomes worth 75%

External assessment invigilated practical examassessing application of knowledge and skills worth25%



Website

Creative iMedia Level 1/2OCRJ817

https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/cambridge-nationals/creative-imedia-level-1-2-award-certificate-j807-j

817/

Further Study after KS4:Learners who achieve this V Cert qualification could progress onto Level 3 qualifications and A Levels, such as:

● Level 3 IT Cambridge Technicals● Level 3 BTEC Computing

https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/cambridge-nationals/creative-imedia-level-1-2-award-certificate-j807-j817/





Media Studies - GCSEHead of Department: Mr M Ellerington

Course InformationGCSE Media Studies is a demanding course whichrequires students to analyse and communicate theirideas effectively so a high degree of literacy isessential. Learners apply their academic knowledgein the creation of their own media production so thecourse suits students who are familiar withPhotoshop and have a creative side.

Year 10: Component 1 provides a foundation foranalysing media products, introducing learners tomedia language and representation through thestudy of multiple media forms including newspapers,magazines, advertising and marketing ,radio, filmand video games.

Component 3 allows students to create their ownpiece of media in response to a set brief (seebelow).

Year 11: In Component 2, learners will gain adeeper knowledge and understanding of medialanguage and representation, as well as extendingtheir appreciation of these areas through the studyof media industries and audience. Learners willexplore Television Sitcoms and Music (videos andonline).


Component 3: Creating Media Products (30%)An individual media production for an intended audiencein response to a choice of briefs set by WJEC, applyingknowledge and understanding of media language andrepresentation. A possible brief might be:

Create a DVD/Blu-ray front and back cover (including aspine) and a poster for a new film in the thriller genre,aimed at 14-20 year olds.

Component 1:Exploring the MediaWritten examination: 1 hour 30 minutes40% of qualification80 marksComponent 2:Understanding Media Forms and ProductsWritten examination: 1 hour 30 minutes30% of qualification60 marks

Course Title Exam Board and Specificationcode


Website

GCSE Media Studies EDUQAS Secure in English https://www.eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/media-studie

s/gcse/

Further Study after KS4:Learners who achieve Grade 4 may progress onto Level 3 Vocational Media.Learners who achieve Grade 5 may progress onto A Level Media Studies.

https://www.eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/media-studies/gcse/



Music - GCSEHead of Department: Mr N Graham

Course InformationThis is an exciting specification which has a widerange of instrumental choices includingbeatboxing and rapping.

Music is a challenging and rewarding subject atGCSE. It will help develop a wide range of skillsand disciplines. You will develop your abilities inmusic through: musical knowledge,understanding and skills include performing,composing and appraising. This qualificationencourages students to engage critically andcreatively with a wide range of music and musicalcontexts, and reflect on how music is used in theexpression of personal and collective identities.

There are four areas of study: InstrumentalMusic 1700 – 1820; Vocal Music; Music for Stageand Screen; Fusions. You are entitled to a free 20minute music lesson every week. Much of yoursuccess in this GCSE relates to the amount ofpractice on your instrument! You will be expectedto be involved in music extra-curricular activities.

Year 10Year 10 is a preparation Year for year 11. We willcover 6 sets works for Component 3 (DefyingGravity, Star Wars, Brandenburg Concerto,Pathetique Sonata, Killer Queen and Music for aWhile) as well as dictation skills and a widerknowledge of music history. We will complete theFree Composition for Component 2 and preparethe performances for Component 1.

Year 11This is the ‘examined year’. We will record a soloand ensemble performance for Component 1;compose a piece to a brief set by the exam boardin Component 2; and finish the last 2 set worksfor Component 3 (Samba em Preludio andRelease). Components 1 and 2 are completedand sent to examiners by early May. The rest ofthe course time is given to preparation for theComponent 3 exam.


Component 1: Performing● A solo performance and an ensemble

performance● Controlled Assessment worth 30%

Component 2: Composing

● Two compositions, one free compositionand one set to a brief

● Controlled Assessment worth 30%

Component 3: Appraising● Listening examination: a written paper, with

CD, assessing knowledge andunderstanding of all 4 Areas of Study

● Section A: Areas of study, dictation, andunfamiliar pieces

● Section B: Extended response comparisonbetween a set work and one unfamiliarpiece.

● It lasts for 1 hour 45 minutes and is worth40%



Website

GCSE Music (2016) Edexcel1MU0

Secure in MusicSecure in English

Grade 3 in an instrument

https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/music-2016.

html

Further Study after KS4:A-Level Music;RSL Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in composition

https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/music-2016.html




Certificate for Music Practitioners - RSL Level 2Head of Department: Mr N Graham

Course InformationThe RSL Certificate in Technology andComposition for Music Practitioners is an excitingand engaging course at years 10 and 11. It willhelp develop a wide range of skills anddisciplines. You will develop your abilities in Musicto be able to operate successfully as producers.This qualification encourages students to:understand theoretical and contextual issuesaround music styles; and understand relevantaspects of music technology and live soundproduction.

This qualification also supports the developmentof musical fluency and provides access to furtherstudy of music at 6th Form. You are entitled to afree 20 minute music lesson on piano everyweek. You will be expected to be involved inmusic extra-curricular activities.

Year 10In Year 10 we study Unit 207ta - Using a DAW(Digital Audio Workstation). This module looks athow to use Logic Pro X in a professional mannerto sequence compositions and create differenteffects. We also study Unit 201ta - MusicalKnowledge. This module is a research modulelooking at the development of different musicalstyles and learning to analyse pieces of musictheoretically.

Year 11There is only 1 module for Year 11, which isexternally assessed. Unit 203ta - MusicSequencing and Production is a compositionmodule where students have to demonstrateability to program Logic to certain technicaldetails. This module is externally assessedcoursework and should be finished by the end ofMay.

There is no written exam.


201ta - Musical Knowledge (20%)

207ta - Using a DAW (40%)

203ta - Music Sequencing and Production (40%)



Website

RSL Level 2 Certificate inTechnology andComposition for MusicPractitioners

RSLLevel 1 and 2 TechAwards for Music

Practitioners

Secure in MusicSecure in English

https://www.rslawards.com/vocational/vocational-sylla

bus/


RSL Lvl 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Composition

https://www.rslawards.com/vocational/vocational-syllabus/



Physical Education - GCSESubject Lead: Miss H Smith

Head of Dance and PE: Miss R Dives

Course InformationThe new GCSE Physical Education specificationwill help students of all abilities to develop awell-rounded skill set and prepare them forprogression to further studies. If you arepassionate about Physical Education in boththeoretical and practical elements, then thiscourse is designed for you.

It is important to note that the GCSE PE courseobtains a heavier theory weighting than thepractical areas of study.

Year 10In Year 10, Students will study the appliedanatomy and physiology unit in preparation forPaper 1. Students will develop knowledge andunderstanding of the key body systems and howthey impact on health, fitness and performance inphysical activity and sport. Students will alsodevelop knowledge and understanding of thebasic principles of movement and their effect on

performance in physical activity and sport.Students will also practically study the principlesof training and different training methods in orderto plan, carry out, monitor and evaluate personalexercise and training programmes.

Year 11At the beginning of Year 11, students will studythe psychological, ethical and socio-culturalfactors that can affect performers in physicalactivity. Students will need to analyse andevaluate these factors and will discuss strategiesto overcome and address them. They willunderstand how to set SMARTgoals and developan athlete's mindset in order to adhere to rulesand regulations, stay fit and healthy and safe frominjuries.

It is a linear course and this means that studentswill sit all their written paper exams and submit alltheir non-exam assessment at the end of Year 11.

Written Papers 60% NEA: Practical performancein physical activity and sport 40%

Paper 1: The Human Body and movement in physicalactivity.

Paper 2: Socio-cultural Influences and well being inphysical activity and sport.

● Written exam: 1 hour 15 minutes each paper● 78 marks● 30% of GCSE

Practical performance in three different physicalactivities in the role of player/performer (one in a teamactivity, one in an individual activity and a third in eithera team or in an individual activity).

Analysis and evaluation of performance to bring aboutimprovement in one activity.

● Assessed by teachers● Moderated by AQA● 100 marks● 40% of GCSE



Website

GCSE Physical Education AQA 8582 Secure in PE, Scienceand English

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/physical-education/gcse/physical-education-8

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Further Study after KS4:Through this course you’ll develop skills that you can transfer into further study ofSport and Physical Activity. We currently offer a Sport and Physical Activity CTEC Level 3 course. Studying GCSEPE can lead to careers within: Physiotherapy, Personal Training, Physiology, Coaching, Teaching, Strength &Conditioning and to further study at University.

Photography - GCSEHead of Department: Mrs A Shakespeare

Course InformationGCSE Photography is the right subject for youif you enjoy:· Developing your visual skills and engaging

with the creative process of art, craft anddesign.

· Developing and refining ideas· Visits to galleries, museums, workshops and

studios.· Experimenting and taking risks with your

work, and learning from your experiences.

It’s really important that you have a passion forthe subject and a desire to learn about thescience of photography and thehistorical/contemporary difference andadvancements within this subject. Beyond the useof your camera you will need an appetite toexperiment and explore a range of materials andprocesses to develop and express your ownideas. This course will give you the skills to enjoy,engage with and produce visual arts throughoutyour life.


· Develop and explore ideas.· Select and experiment with appropriate media,

materials, techniques and processes.· Record your ideas, observations and insights.· Present personal and meaningful responses.

A keen and genuine interest in photography isessential. This demanding course requires aserious approach, consistent effort, and extrawork outside of lesson time. You are encouragedto develop your ideas in a creative way, and tolearn to record from observation and directexperience. The ability to research and developideas through to a satisfactory conclusion is alsoessential. You will be expected to produce adetailed A4 sketchbook for each project.

Year 10 ProjectsThe School of PhotographyRankin DestroyYear 10 Exam

Year 11 ProjectsExternally Set Assignment ‘Year 11 Mock Exam’Externally Set Assignment


Each component is assessed out of 72 marks againstthe four Assessment Objectives. Your teacher will markyour work and it may be moderated by Edexcel.

Component 1: This component is worth 60% of yourGCSE. You will produce a portfolio of work based ontasks agreed with your teacher.




Website

GCSE Art, Craft andDesign: Photography

Pearson Edexcel 1PO0 Secure in Art and a goodhomework record

https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/art-and-desi

gn-2016.html

Further Study after KS4: Through this course you’ll develop transferable skills, such as problem solving,communication and critical thinking skills, which will prepare you for further study or the world of work, regardlessof the subjects or career you wish to pursue. If you wish to study Photography beyond GCSE, you could do a Level3 course, such as A level Art, Craft and Design or Photography.





Separate Science - GCSEHead of Faculty: Miss F Ronketti

Course InformationStudents wishing to take separate sciences atGCSE can do so, in which case they will beentered for 3 GCSES. They will need to selectthis as one of their option choices. Studentswishing to take Separate Sciences will need to beMastering in Science at KS3.

If students choose science as an option theirscience grades will be awarded as individualsubjects. E.g. Biology 7, Chemistry 8 andPhysics 9

Separate Sciences is the preferred route for thosestudents who enjoy science and may beconsidering a science based career. Each subjectis taught as a separate GCSE by subjectspecialists and this is the best preparation forthose wishing to follow A-level courses in Biology,Chemistry or Physics.

Year 10During Year 10 pupils are building up on theirknowledge from KS3. Pupils start studying Physicspaper 1, chapter 1 - 7, followed by Chemistry paper1 chapter 1 - 7, followed by Biology chapter 1 - 9.There are a number of required practicals thatpupils will undertake during Year 10 which will beexamined during the summer GCSE exams andhave a 15% weighting of each exam paper.

Year 11During Year 11 pupils will build upon the Year 10knowledge. Pupils start studying Physics paper 2,chapter 8 - 16, followed by Chemistry paper 1chapter 8 - 15, followed by Biology chapter 10 - 18.There are a number of required practicals thatpupils will undertake during Year 10 which will beexamined during the summer GCSE exams andhave a 15% weighting of each exam paper.


Physics paper 1 mock Autumn term of Year 10.Chemistry paper 1 mock Spring term Year 10,Biology paper 1 mock Summer term of Year 10Physics paper 2 mock Autumn term of Year 11.Chemistry paper 2 mock Spring term Year 11,Biology paper 2 mock Summer term of Year 11

6 x 1 hour 45 minutes written exams, 100 marksBiology paper 1 Biology paper 2Chemistry paper 1 Chemistry paper 2Physics paper 1 Physics paper 2



Website

GCSE BiologyGCSE ChemistryGCSE Physics

846184628463

Mastering in Science https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/biolog

y-8461https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/chemi

stry-8462https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/physic

s-8463

Further Study after KS4: Through this course you’ll develop transferable skills, such as problem solving,communication and critical thinking skills, which will prepare you for further study or the world of work, regardlessof the subjects or career you wish to pursue.A-Level Biology A-Level Chemistry A-Level PhysicsMedical science certificate or diploma - Level 3 advanced qualificationApplied science CTEC

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/biology-8461



https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/chemistry-8462



https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/physics-8463



Sociology - GCSEHead of Department: Ms L Somo

Course InformationSociology is the study of different dimensions ofsociety, and the ways that these impact us asmembers of our society. The term ‘society’ refers tothe world around you, your community, your country,and all the different people and groups that exist,with their different cultures, beliefs, values,languages, religions; all of which make an impact onus directly or indirectly. Sociology gives students theopportunities to question aspects of society that willhave an impact on their lives in thought provokingways.

Year 10Component 1: Understanding Social Processes

This component covers the following topic areas:

● Key concepts and processes of culturaltransmission

● Families● Education● Sociological research methods

In Component 1, learners will consider how humanbeings acquire their identity and examine theprocess of passing on culture from generation togeneration and in diverse settings. Learners will be

encouraged to contemplate how they acquire theirindividual identity. This theme is continued through adetailed study of two agents of socialisation: familiesand education, which will provide learners with adeeper, more theoretical understanding of the socialworld and an awareness that the process ofsocialisation is contested

Year 11Component 2: Understanding Social structures%

This component covers the following topic areas:

● Social differentiation and stratification● Crime and deviance● Applied methods of sociological enquiry

In Component 2, learners will enhance theirawareness of the social world through anexamination of social structures and their influenceon human behaviour. Learners will also develop anunderstanding of the nature and extent of inequalityand will examine competing theories on the causesof inequality through a study of the ideas of theclassical sociologists, and a more detailed study ofcrime and deviance


Half termly informal exam style assessmentsthroughout the year to prepare students for theirexternal exams at the end of Year 11.

2 exams at the end of year 11 which are both 1hour and 45 minutes each.Component 1: Understanding Social Processes,worth 50% of overall qualification.Component 2: Understanding Social Structures,worth 50% of overall qualification.



Website

GCSE 9-1 Sociology Eduqas/WJECC200QS

Secure in English https://www.eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/sociology-gcse/

Further Study after KS4: GCSE Sociology prepares you for any A Level/Level 3 Course/Apprenticeship asyou develop a wealth of skills such as analysis, application, problem solving, evaluation and critical thinkingthat will prepare you for further study/work.

Textile Design - GCSESubject Leader: Miss E Baylis

Course Information

The GCSE course in Textile Design is an artrelated qualification which offers a wide range ofskills, techniques and processes includingdrawing, painting, collage, fabric printing, fabricmanipulation, designing, construction and criticalstudies. You are continually assessed over thefive term course, which leads to a ten hour timedtest and an exhibition in which you must displayyour work. Coursework is worth 60%, the TimedTest 40%.


1. Develop and explore ideas2. Select and experiment with appropriate

media, materials, techniques and processes3. Record your ideas, observations and insights4. Present personal and meaningful responses.

If you are passionate about learning how todesign and develop artwork and garmentsusing fabrics and textiles materials this isthe right course for you.

Year 10In Year 10 you will learn about drawing techniques,visual research from artists and images, recordingof ideas from primary sources, development oftextile samples and ideas through to the translationof ideas into finished designs. From your designsyou will construct art textiles pieces, garments ortextiles based products.You will complete projects on portraits, nature and amock exam project at the end of year 10 to prepareyou for the exam project in year 11

Year 11 Externally Set Assignment (Year 11Mock Exam)Externally Set Assignment (Year 11 Exam)


Each component is assessed out of 72 marks againstthe four Assessment Objectives. Your teacher will markyour work and it may be moderated by Edexcel.Component 1: This component is worth 60% of yourGCSE. You will produce a portfolio of work based ontasks agreed with your teacher.




Website

GCSE Art & Design(Textile Design)

Pearson Edexcel (1TE0) Secure in Textiles. https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcs

es/art-and-design-2016.html

Further Study after KS4:Through this course you’ll develop skills that you can transfer into further study of Art and Design subjects. Wecurrently offer a Fashion BTEC Level 3 course that would be well supported by studying Textiles at GCSE level.The CCSE course will also equip you with the skills that enable you to problem solve, and communicate your ideaswhich will prepare you for further study or the world of work, regardless of the subjects or career you wish topursue.

This course specialises in Textiles however it is marked and assessed and moderated with theArt GCSE . Students who wish to study both Art and Textiles at GCSE should speak to bothdepartments to ensure this is the best option for them.




Turkish - GCSEHead of Faculty: Miss Peon

Course InformationThe course aims to develop the students’ abilityto communicate with Turkish native speakers inboth speech and writing. Students will study avariety of contexts relevant to their age andinterests and will also develop a greaterawareness of the culture of Turkish-speakingcommunities and countries.Students will have five lessons a fortnight in Year10 and Year 11. Four key skills - listening,reading, speaking and writing are covered as partof the GCSE course. Our objective is to enablestudents of all abilities to develop further theirTurkish language skills to their full potential,equipping them with the knowledge tocommunicate in a variety of contexts withconfidence.

Students study all of the following themes onwhich the assessments are based.

Theme 1: Identity and culture

Theme 2: Local area, holiday, travel

Theme 3: School

Theme 4: Future aspirations study and work

Theme 5: International and global dimension.

The aim is to make the language and thesituations as authentic and as appropriate forteenagers as possible, drawing resources frombrochures, newspapers and magazines.


Turkish is assessed through 100% examination.Over the course of years 10 and 11, students willundertake assessments which mirror the examsthey will take at the end of Year 11 in order to bestprepare them and to monitor their progress.

4 examinations which take place in the summer ofyear 11Listening (25%)Reading (25%)Writing (25%)Speaking (25%)



Website

Turkish GCSE Edexcel 1TU0 Native speaker of Turkishat homeONLY for Pathway 2,4 or 5studentsStudents from pathway 1 or 3can sit the Turkish exam as acommunity language but due totimetable clashes they will not beable to join the lessons.

https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/turkish-2018.coursematerials.html#%2FfilterQuery=category:Pearson-UK:Category%2FForm

s-and-administration

Further Study after KS4: Students who have gained a good GCSE grade can later continue languagestudy at A level or seek a wide variety of career opportunities requiring knowledge of a foreign language- e.g. tourism, banking, journalism. A language GCSE is considered a ‘facilitating’ subject, meaning thatit is favoured by universities when considering students for their degree courses.

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/languages/gcse/french-8658/subject-content/themes#id-Theme_1_Identity_and_culture_1_1_1


https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/turkish-2018.coursematerials.html#%2FfilterQuery=category:Pearson-UK:Category%2FForms-and-administration







Economic Well Being

Economic Well Being aims to equip pupils with the knowledge, skills and attributes to make the most of the changing opportunities in today’s global markets. It helps students form realistic and positive views of their needs and capabilities so that they can make effective decisions. It improves motivation and progression by helping pupils see the relevance of what they learn in school to their future lives.

Economic Well Being is developed in Key Stage 4 through four main areas:

1. Careers 2. Work Related Learning 3. Work Experience 4. Enterprise

The Economic Wellbeing Office is situated near the Learning Resource Centre and the opening times are clearly displayed. Appointments can be made with both the Economic Wellbeing Co-ordinator and the Careers Adviser to discuss any of the above and this facility is available to both parents and students.

CAREERS

The Careers programme at Winchmore School consists of the following elements:

a) Self-assessment and decision making You will learn to assess your strengths and weaknesses, how to make informed and relevant decisions,

and to plan accordingly. You will have access to software and you will have the opportunity to have one to one guidance interviews.

b) Occupational investigation You will use a variety of approaches to research career choices including guidance software, group

activities and related publications. You will be encouraged to access relevant websites and develop research skills.

c) Preparation for further education and employment Advice, information and guidance are provided to ensure appropriate choices are made. Displays

are updated throughout the year and include such subjects as Conference details and College Open days. The school organises an annual Careers Fair where representatives from universities, colleges, apprenticeship providers and employers are available to discuss future plans and options. Current Labour Market information is displayed in the school. Careers information is updated regularly on the school website.

d) Careers Guidance The Careers Adviser is based in school in the EWB office and can provide individual guidance to help

students plan their career pathway. Personal appointments are available to all Key Stage 4 students. Parents and carers can request to attend these appointments. Drop in sessions are available to students with our Careers Adviser during lunchbreak and after school on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

e) Careers Talks This initiative has been devised as a direct response to student requests and information obtained

during personal careers interviews. Students are also provided with information of any careers talks or seminars which are relevant and are held at other local schools and institutions.

The Careers LibraryThe Learning Resource Centre contains a good range of general Careers literature to enable students to explore a number of Career Paths. These books can be borrowed as part of the normal lending system.

economic Well BeinG (eWB)

WORK RELATED LEARNINGAll students at Winchmore School are introduced to work related learning at Key Stage 4 through a variety of approaches:

• Through mainstream curriculum via individual subjects• The use of guest speakers• Special events— these are often run in conjunction with other departments and have included author

visits, music taster classes and motivational speakers.

WORK EXPERIENCEThis provides an excellent opportunity for students in Year 10 to gain an insight into the world of work. It highlights the importance of communication and encourages the development of a variety of key skills required in the modern work place. The work placement is scheduled for one week in the Summer term and during this time the normal Year 10 timetable is suspended.

Students are encouraged to find their own placements as experience has shown that these placements often prove to be of the most value.

Advice and guidance is offered to all students, parents and carers to help make this a positive and enjoyable experience. A ‘Work Preparation’ day is arranged and students are encouraged to attend school on that day in smart work clothes. Students are also instructed on the importance of Health and Safety in the Workplace.All students are either contacted by telephone or visited by members of staff during their placement to ensure that the students are working well in their placements. There is also an opportunity to discuss possible follow up training in any key skill areas which may be suggested by the employer or student.

ENTERPRISEYear 10 students will also take part in the National Enterprise Challenge with our winning team competing in a Grand Final against 160 other school teams. This challenge encourages such skills as communication, teamwork, leadership and presentation skills. Additional opportunities to support UCAS and employment applications:

Duke of Edinburgh AwardIn Year 10 students will have the opportunity to take part in the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award Scheme.

This covers four areas:

1. Skills 2. Voluntary Work 3. Physical 4. Expeditions

Students should be able to complete this Award in Year 10.

NB: Due to recent Covid restrictions we are constantly reviewing and amending how we deliver our careers programme in school. Parents, carers and students will be advised of any necessary changes to the above.

Important email addresses:

Acting Head of English Faculty, Miss Charalambous:[email protected]

Head of Maths Faculty, Mr Bektas:[email protected]

Head of Modern Foreign Languages Faculty, Miss Peon:[email protected]

Head of Science Faculty, Miss Ronketti:[email protected]

Acting Head of Expressive Arts Faculty, Mr Graham and Miss Dives:

[email protected]

Religious Education KS4 Coordinator, Miss Halil:[email protected]

Head of Art Department, Mrs Shakespeare:[email protected]

Product Design Subject Leader, Mr Gawthorpe:[email protected]

Head of Business Department, Miss Hurley:[email protected]

Head of Computing Department, Miss Christou:[email protected]

Head of Dance Department, Miss Dives:[email protected]

Head of Drama Department, Mr Waters:[email protected]

Head of Geography Department, Mr Young:[email protected]

Head of PE Department, Miss Smith:[email protected]

Health and Social Care Subject Leader, Mrs Dyche:[email protected]

History Head of Department, Mr Kemal:[email protected]

Hospitality and Catering Subject Leader, Mrs Dyche:[email protected]

Media Studies Head of Department, Mr Ellerington:[email protected]

Music Head of Department, Mr Graham:[email protected]

Sociology Head of Department, Ms Somo:[email protected]

Textiles Subject Leader, Miss Baylis:[email protected]

Head of Year 9, Mrs Cowen:[email protected]

Assistant Headteacher, KS4 Leader, Mr Larner:[email protected]

Economic Well [email protected]

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