Year 10 Information Evening

8TH SEPTEMBER 2015

The difference from Years 7-9

Some subject choices have been made.

Is the future more visible?

Clearer and more tangible outcomes that have very real value.

Features of GCSE

IGCSE in Biology, Chemistry & Physics.

The use of controlled assessment.

Two year linear courses-no re-sit opportunities.

The importance of fieldwork etc.

National DevelopmentsA more academically rigorous system-things are getting harder.

A new grading system with 9-1 replacing A*-G (English & Mathematics only)

The rise of the English Baccalaureate.

The need for passes at grades A* & A for sixth form and university entry.

School Examinations

Year 10 examinations will take place in all GCSE subjects during the week commencing 18th April 2016.

Year 11 mock examinations will take place during December 2016.

What does an “A” on a Progress Card or Report mean?

Targets & Assessment Students will have a challenge target grade for each of their GCSE subjects except in English &

Mathematics where they will have 9-1.

During the year students will be graded 9-1 in English & Maths and A*-G in all other subjects.

There will be no study leave for either set of examinations.

The bronze Duke of Edinburgh expedition weekend takes place after the Year 10 examinations have been completed.

All students will receive a progress card in October 2015 & January 2016 with a written report in June 2016.

Some Advice

Two year courses assume two years of work.

The importance of relevant work experience.

The importance of leadership experience.

Getting into the habit of reading.

Some Pitfalls

The temptations of a more complex social life.

The increasing demands of extra-curricular commitments.

Keeping organised.

Making effective use of your time-during the school day, at weekends & during the holidays.

Conclusion

Get the balance right-learning to say no.

There will be highs and lows along the way-learn from your mistakes.

The clash with adolescence.

Have a goal.