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Year 11

GCSE

Subject

Guide

2

Subjects

Art & Design 3

Computing 4

Drama 5-6

English Language & English Literature 7

Food Technology 8

Geography 9

History 10

Mathematics 11

Media 12

Modern Languages: French or Spanish 13

Music 14

Physical Education 15

Religious Education 16

Resistant Materials 17

Combined Science 18

Separate Science 19

Textiles 20

Notes 21

Contacts 22

Year 11 Calendar Overview & GCSE 1-9 Guide 23

Contents

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Art & Design Exam Board

AQA GCSE (9-1) 8202 Art and Design Fine Art

Assessment & Assessment Dates

Students will be set a project to be completed by their return from the Autumn half term break. The work

will act as the starting point for their mock GCSE and will count towards their GCSE coursework portfolio

grade.

A two day, 10 hour mock exam will be sat just before the Christmas break (date to be confirmed).

A two day, 10 hour end of year exam will take place in May (date to be confirmed). Students will be given

an exam title to choose from in January 2018.

Mr Jarvie will assess all work, which will then checked by an external moderator.

Websites & additional learning resources

Students should use an A3 sketchbook to record their development work.

The AQA Art and Design Student Handbook contains comprehensive coverage and

guidance of the four Assessment Objectives. Copies will be available at school for

students to use or can be purchased here:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/AQA-GCSE-Art-Design-Handbook/dp/1408503204

BBC Bitesize is a revision resource that offers tips, videos and advice:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/art/

Student Art Guide has lots of tips and exemplar work to show

students what they can aspire to do:

http://www.studentartguide.com/

The TATE websites have excellent resources

and information on artists:

http://www.tate.org.uk/

Course Content

Students are graded on their coursework, a portfolio of work that indicates their skill, talent and

knowledge, and an externally set task that is set in the January of year 11. Students are required to

produce preparation work and a final outcome which will be completed during the two day final exam in

May.

There are four Assessment Objectives: Develop, Refine, Record and Present. Each AO is worth 20 marks,

giving a total of 80 marks that may be awarded. The assessment objectives are used to grade the

coursework and externally set task separately. Coursework (portfolio of work) is worth 60% of a student’s

final grade. The externally set task (exam) is worth 40%.

Students are presently refining their portfolios, a mock exam project will be issued before the end of

Autumn term 1 with preparation work for the exam commencing upon their return from the half term

break. The deadline for this work will be at the end of Autumn term 2.

TIPS FOR SUCCESS:

1. Stay on top of your work. Complete tasks quickly when they are set and don’t allow yourself to fall behind.

2. Do more than is asked. It is better to have a lot of work and only submit the best, than have too little and no

choice.

3. Use variety in your work. Try to experiment with lots of different types of media, materials and techniques.

4. Learn from your mistakes. This is a very important element in the course. Every experience is worthwhile in art

and design. Your preparation work needs to act as a narrative that illustrates the development of your ideas

through to a conclusion. Without acknowledging our mistakes there will be gaps in your work that will

make following that journey you have been on incomplete and lacking in breadth.

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Computing Exam Board

AQA GCSE in Computing

The two components of the course will be assessed through two examination in May 2019 detailed for

each unit below:

Paper 1: 1hr 30 min exam worth 50% (no calculators allowed)

Paper 2: 1hr 30 min exam worth 50% (no calculators allowed)

Note: The decision is in process by Ofqual’s regarding NEA (programming project) submission and

marks being considered towards students final grade.

Course Content

The AQA GCSE in Computing comprises of two components.

Paper 1: Computational thinking and problem solving

What's assessed

Computational thinking, problem solving, code tracing and applied computing as well as theoretical

knowledge of computer science .

Questions

A mix of multiple choice, short answer and longer answer questions assessing a student’s practical

problem solving and computational thinking skills.

Paper 2: Written assessment

What's assessed

Theoretical knowledge

Questions

A mix of multiple choice, short answer, longer answer and extended response

questions assessing a student’s theoretical knowledge.


https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/computer-science-and-it/gcse/

computer-science-8520

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Drama Exam Board

AQA GCSE (9-1) 8261Drama

Assessment Components (Exam date: 17/05/2019)

Component 1: Understanding drama

This component is a written exam in which students are assessed on their knowledge and understanding

of how drama and theatre is developed and performed (AO3), including in connection to a set play and on

their ability to analyse and evaluate the live theatre work of others (AO4).

The paper constitutes 40% of the GCSE. Students have 1 hour and 45 minutes to answer the paper.

Component 2: Devising drama

This is a practical component in which students are assessed on their ability to create and develop ideas

to communicate meaning for theatrical performance (AO1), apply theatrical skills to realise artistic inten-

tions in live performance (AO2) and analyse and evaluate their own work (AO4).

This constitutes 40% of the GCSE.

Component 3: Texts in practice

This component is a practical component in which students are assessed on their ability to apply theatrical

skills to realise artistic intentions in live performance (AO2).

This constitutes 20% of the GCSE.

Course Content

Component 1:

The paper is divided into three compulsory sections:

Section A: Theatre roles and terminology

In Section A students answer four multiple-choice questions on professional theatre maker roles and/or

terminology. Section A is marked out of 4.

Section B: Study of set text

In Section B students answer short and extended questions on their set play, Blood Brothers. Students are

expected to know and understand the characteristics and context of the whole play they have studied.

One extract from each set play is printed in the question paper. Students answer questions relating to that

extract, referring to the whole play as appropriate to the demands of the question. All students must be

prepared to answer questions from the perspective of a performer. The exam will include one compulsory

short answer question for all students linking design and context and/or theatrical conventions. Students

don't need to have gained practical experience of design to answer this question. One part of

Section B will offer students the choice of answering as either a performer or designer

(lighting, sound, set, costume, puppets).

Section B is marked out of 44.

Students must not answer Section B and Section C of the exam on

the same play i.e. the live production seen cannot be their

set play.

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Drama Course Content Continued...

Section C: Live theatre production

In Section C students answer one question (from a choice) on the work of theatre makers in a single live

production. Students must have experienced live production as an audience member as part of their course.

They should be able to discuss a variety of aspects of one production giving a personal analysis and

evaluation of the theatrical elements and how successfully meaning was communicated to the audience.

Students are assessed on their knowledge and understanding of the subject content detailed in Knowledge

and understanding as well as their analytical and evaluative skills.

Section C is marked out of 32.

Students must not answer Section B and Section C of the exam on the same play ie the live production seen

cannot be their set play.

Component 2: Devising drama

This is a practical component in which students are assessed on their ability to create and develop ideas to

communicate meaning for theatrical performance (AO1), apply theatrical skills to realise artistic intentions in

live performance (AO2) and analyse and evaluate their own work (AO4). It is marked by teachers and

moderated by AQA.

For this component students are required to complete the following two assessment tasks:

produce an individual Devising log documenting the devising process

contribute to a final devised duologue or group performance.

The Devising log is marked out of 60.

Each student's contribution to the final devised performance is marked out of 20.

Component 3: Texts in practice

This component is a practical component in which students are assessed on their ability to apply theatrical

skills to realise artistic intentions in live performance (AO2).

Component 3 constitutes 20% of the GCSE. It is marked by AQA.

For this component students must complete two assessment tasks:

study and present a key extract (monologue, duologue or group performance)

study and present a second key extract (monologue, duologue or group performance) from the same play.

Each student's contribution to each key extract performance is marked out of 20.


Students can purchase AQA Drama and other supporting material will be provided to

underpin their knowledge and understanding and confident use of the language

of theatre.

The AQA website has some useful information.

BBC Bitesize Drama

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/drama/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/drama/

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English Language and English Literature English Language and English Literature

Exam Board

AQA GCSE (9-1) English Language 8700/AQA GCSE (9-1) English Literature 8702

Students follow the AQA specification for both GCSE Literature and GCSE English Language.

This means that all students receive two GCSE qualifications in English based on the new 9-1 grading

system (9 being the highest a student can achieve).


For both English language and literature the courses are now based 100% on terminal exams. For both

qualifications there are two examinations with the following weightings:

Language: Paper 1= 50% of the total examination grade (Exam Date: 04/06/19 1h 45m)

Paper 2 = 50% of the total examination grade (Exam Date:07/06/19 1h 45m)

Note: Speaking and listening is now a separate certificate which will be completed throughout the

academic year

Literature: Paper 1: 40% of the total examination grade (Exam Date: 15/05/19 1h 45m)

Course Content

What will I be studying in English Language and English Literature?

Speaking and listening skills: presenting to an audience, developing discussion skills.

Understanding spoken and written texts and writing creatively.

Reading and writing non-fiction texts.

Exploring poetry and how to compare two pieces.

The study of modern prose and drama.

Analysing how language and structure can create meaning

Developing exam technique and skills

A Shakespeare play and texts from the English literary heritage.


Further information, including sample examination papers, can be obtained from:

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/english/gcse/english-language-8700

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/english/gcse/english-literature-8702

Revision websites:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/english/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/english_literature/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEp3SR3KaDzg8jSe

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Food Technology Exam Board (8585)

AQA GCSE (9-1) 8535 Food Preparation and Nutrition


Students must complete 2 Non Exam Assessments (NEA). NEA 1 is worth 15% of the overall GCSE

grade, NEA 2 is worth 35%. Both NEA’s cannot be completed until year 11. On the 1st September NEA 1

Food Investigation task is given. This needs to be completed by the October half term. On the 1st

November NEA 2 task is released by AQA and needs to be completed by March.

Students will also need to sit a 1 hour 45 minute written paper which is worth 50% of the overall GCSE

grade. This is made up of multiple choice, structured and free response questions. Exam Date 10/06/19.

To help students prepare for the exam, exam style questions are set as homework.

As well as a weekly intervention session after school for all students, there will be targeted students who

will require extra sessions to secure level 4 or above grade.

Course Content

The course is made up of 3 units: NEAs 50%, written exam 50%

NEA 1 is worth 30 marks and consist of a set task given by AQA. Students will need to complete research,

3 investigations and an analysis and evaluation. This must be between 1500 and 2000 words and should

take no more than 10 hours. All work will need to be referenced.

NEA 2 is worth 70 marks and consists of a set task given by AQA. Students will need to again research

the given task, show technical skills in a practical way and from this they need to develop their initial skills

and produce 3 dishes linked to the set task in a 3 hour practical exam. Photographic evidence will need to

be shown in students work. Their final products will then be analysed and evaluated. NEA 2 should take

no more than 20 hours to complete.

Exam Unit - 1 hour 45 minutes written exam. The exam is made up of 20 multiple choice questions

followed by either data, structured or free response questions. These are based around nutritional needs,

nutrients, heat transference, functional and chemical properties of food, contamination, food safety,

sensory evaluation, British and International cuisine, processing and production and environmental issues.

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

1. Revision must be constant throughout the year and not just prior to exams. Set aside and hour a week to

revise the content you have been learning in lessons

2. High quality NEAs, aim to gain the maximum amount of marks for this as it is worth 50% of the overall GCSE

grade.

3. Complete as many past paper questions as possible to ensure you can answer all types of question.

4. Attend intervention session held after school.


CGP GCSE D & T Food Preparation and Nutrition AQA Specification Revision booklet—excellent revision

booklet, broken down into all of the key areas. Shows exam style questions—

linked to AQA. Can be obtained from

Food department.

Digital work book can be seen at:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/foodtechnology

Students have been given the password for the digital

book: www.illuminate.digital/aqafood

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Geography Exam Board

AQA GCSE (9-1) 8035 Geography Specification A


All examinations are at the end of year 11.

Students need to undertake two fieldwork enquiries which must include the collection of primary data,

collected as part of a fieldwork exercise. Completed by Autumn 1 of year 11.

Mock exams (human and physical) will take place throughout Year 11.

Course Content

Paper 1 Living with the Physical environment:

Challenge of natural hazards, (tectonic, weather & climate

change)

The living world (ecosystems, tropical rainforests, cold

environments)

Physical landscapes in the UK (UK physical landscapes,

coastal landscapes in the UK & river landscapes in the UK)

Geographical skills

Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes, 88 marks (including 3 marks for

spelling, punctuation, grammar and specialist terminology (SPaG).

35 % of GCSE. Exam Date: 21/05/19

Paper 2 Challenges in the Human environment:

Urban issues and challenges

The changing economic world

The challenge of resource management (Resource

Management & Food).

Geographical skills

Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes, 88 marks (including 3 marks for SPaG)

35 % of GCSE. Exam Date: 05/06/19

Paper 3 Geographical applications:

Issue evaluation

Fieldwork

Geographical skills

Written exam: 1 hour 15 minutes, 76 marks (including 6 marks for SPaG)

30 % of GCSE. Exam Date 13/06/19

Pre-release resources booklet made available 12 weeks before Paper 3 exam


Students will be able to purchase revision guides from the Academy.

BBC Bitesize—Good recap and quizzes for students to practise their

knowledge www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/gcse/geography

S-Cool—Good website but not ordered by Specification so

check content before using www.s-cool.co.uk/gcse/

geography

Revision guides and workbooks

1. Green revision Guide - CGP. Geography

AQA (All students need this). OR

2. New for this year revision and workbook all

in one place .Highly recommended

(available to purchase from the school via

parentpay).

3. Geography - revision guide—Pearson.

4. Geography - work book—Pearson.

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History Exam Board—Eduqas GCSE (9-1) C100QS History


The mocks in November/December will have two papers.

Paper (Component) 1: Elizabeth I & Germany 1919-1939 (2 hours)

Paper (Component) 2: USA 1929-2000 & Changes in Crime & Punishment (2 hours)

There will also be further mocks in February 2019

Students will sit two 2 hour exams in June 2019.

Component 1: Elizabeth I & Germany 1919-1939 3rd June, Morning

Component 2: USA 1929-2000 & Changes in Crime & Punishment 6th June , Afternoon


A revision guide is available to purchase via the school and is a key requirement.

BBC Bitesize—Good recap for students to review their knowledge of Elizabeth &

Germany.

https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/examspecs/z8rvfrd

Crime

https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/topics/zpp3srd

The department has, and will, provide additional support

material for all units.

Course Content

The course is made up of 4 units each worth 25%:

Component 1: Studies in Depth 2 x 1 hour Paper

British Study in Depth: The Elizabethan Age, 1558-1603 To be studied in Year 11

Non-British Study in Depth: Germany in Transition, 1919-1939 Studied in Year 10

Component 2: Studies in Breadth 1 x 45min Paper (USA) 1 x 1hr 15 min (Crime & Punishment)

Period Study: The Development of the USA, 1929-2000- Studied in Year 9

Thematic Study: Crime & Punishment c.500-to the present day Studied in Year 10

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

1. Revision must be constant throughout the year and not just prior to exams. Set aside and hour a

week to revise the content you have been learning in lessons.

2. Complete all homework set—homework will not only help you recap key knowledge but also learn

the skills necessary to access the higher marks in the examinations.

3. Practise writing answers to questions worth 5 marks or above.

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Mathematics Exam Board

All students will follow the Edexcel GCSE (9-1) 1MA1 linear syllabus.


Assessment will be by differentiated papers as follows:- FOUNDATION TIER 1 — 5

HIGHER TIER 4 — 9

Examination

Paper 1 (Non-Calculator) Foundation Tier 1 hour 30 minutes 21 May 2019

(Non-Calculator) Higher Tier 1 hour 30 minutes 21 May 2019

Paper 2 (Calculator) Foundation Tier 1 hour 30 minutes 6 June 2019

(Calculator) Higher Tier 1 hour 30 minutes 6 June 2019

Paper 3 (Calculator) Foundation Tier 1 hour 30 minutes 11 June 2019

(Calculator) Higher Tier 1 hour 30 minutes 11 June 2019

Course Content

The course covers aspects of Number, Algebra, Ratio, Geometry and Statistics.

It consists of three papers: one non-calculator and two calculator papers each has a total of 80 marks.


Edexcel revision guides and workbooks are available from the Mathematics Department at school

for a cost of £2.50 each. There are separate guides for Foundation and Higher.

Suggested websites:

www.hegartymaths.com www.bitesize.co.uk/maths/gcse

www.mangahigh.com

www.mathswebsite.com

www.examsolutions.net

www.themathsteacher.com

www.mathsgenie.co.uk

www.corbettmaths.com

Other essential EQUIPMENT

Scientific calculator, compass and protractor.

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Media Studies Exam Board

Eduqas GCSE (9-1) C680QS in Media Studies

The three units of the course will be assessed through two written examinations in June 2019 and one

controlled assessment :

Component 1 (40%): Exploring the media

Exploring Industries and Audiences

Component 2: (30%) Television

Music

Component 3: (30%) Creating a website to promote a music artist

Course Content

The Eduqas GCSE in Media Studies is comprised of two exam units and one piece of coursework

Component 1: Exam Date: 03/06/19 1h 30m)

A- Exploring media language and representation in relation to two print media forms.

B– Exploring media industries and audiences in relation to a variety of media forms (film, TV, ra-

dio, newspaper and games)

Component 2: Exam Date: 10/06/19 1h 30m)

This component assesses all areas of the theoretical framework and contexts of the media in

relation to television and music

A– Television

B– Music

Component 3:


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

gcse-media-studies-spec-from-2017-eng.pdf?language_id=1

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Modern Languages: French and Spanish

Exam Board

AQA GCSE (9-1) French 8658 and GCSE (9-1) Spanish 8698


The GCSE French and Spanish courses test the following four skills: Listening, Reading, Speaking and

Writing. Pupils will sit examinations at the end of Year 11 in all four skills and these are weighted as fol-

lows:

Listening (25%) French Exam: 14/05/19 Spanish Exam: 22/05/19

Reading (25%) French Exam: 14/05/19 Spanish Exam: 22/05/19

Speaking (25%) French Exam: tba Spanish Exam: tba

Writing (25%). French Exam: 17/05/19 Spanish Exam: 05/06/19

Course Content

The course covers a broad range of topics which are taught through three themes:-

1. Identity and Culture

2. Local, national, international and global areas of interest

3. Current and future study and employment

Students will practise all four skills through class work and homework activities throughout the course.

Students will also prepare further for their exams by learning vocabulary from a booklet provided and by

practising past papers and sample examination questions.

How can I support my child?

Provide a French/Spanish dictionary.

Encourage them to revise little and often and to make revision cards and other aids.

Encourage them to listen to French/Spanish music/radio/podcasts etc.

Encourage them to practise exam style tasks using the websites below.

Ensure all homework is completed thoroughly and to the best of the student’s ability.


Purchase a revision guide and dictionary.

www.aqa.org.uk - Specification 8658(French) / 8698(Spanish)

www.bbc.co.uk/schools/bitesize

www.worldreference.com (on-line dictionary)

www.quizlet.com

www.targetlanguage.co.uk

www.languagesonline.org.uk

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Music Exam Board

OCR GCSE (1-9) J536 Music

Course Content Area of Study 1: My Music

Students will complete the following pieces of controlled assessment:

Solo Performance on a instrument of their choice. Composition for any instruments in any style of their choice. Area of Study 2: The Concerto Through Time

Students will study The Concerto and its development from 1650 to 1910 through:

The Baroque Solo Concerto

The Baroque Concerto Grosso

The Classical Concerto

The Romantic Concerto

Area of Study 3: Rhythms of the World

Students will study and develop an understanding of the characteristic rhythmic and musical

features from the various areas from around the world including:

India and the Punjab Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East

Africa Central and South America

Area of Study 4: Film and Video game music.

Students will study a range of music used for films and video games

Area of Study 5: Conventions of Pop

Students will study a range of popular music styles from the 1950s to the present day:

Rock n Roll Rock Anthems

Pop Ballads of 70s-90s Solo Artists 90s to present


Unit 1: My Instrument. 30%

One solo performance, an evaluation of performance. By December 2018

Composition for your instrument/voice. By March 2019

Unit 2: Shared Music. 30%

One group performance. By March 2019

Composition to an OCR set brief . By December 2018

Unit 3: Listening and appraising Exam 40% (Date: 04/06/19)

90 minute exam in which students listen and answer questions based on different styles of music studied

throughout the year.


All the styles of music have examples on YouTube to listen to.

OCR GCSE Music 9-1 Revision guide CGP

BBC Bite size website.—KS4 Music.

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Accredited PE Exam Board

OCR GCSE (1-9) J587 Physical Education.


Examination

Component 1 (Exam Date: 15th May—1hour) - Physical Factors Affecting Performance. 60 Marks, 30%

Anatomy and Physiology

Physical Training

Component 2 (Exam Date: 17th May—1 hour)) - Socio-cultural issues and Sports Psychology. 60 Marks, 30%.

Sports Psychology

Socio-cultural influences

Health, Fitness and Wellbeing

Performance with Physical Education - Non Exam Assessment (NEA)-

1/ Performance practical in three activities, equally weighted at 20 marks each.

2/ Analysing and Evaluating Performance )AEP)

Externally Moderated in April/May 2019.

Course Content

Physical Education is learned about through a range of different contexts and the impact it has on both ours and oth-er’s everyday lives. You will learn the reasons why we do things, why some people out perform others, mentally and physically. You will also delve into the ethical considerations behind the use of drugs and also gain an understanding of the consequences of inactivity and poor diet.

Topics of Study include the following for the Theory;-

1.1a - The Structure & Function of the Skeletal System

1.1b - The Structure & Function of the Muscular System

1.1c - Movement Analysis

1.1d - Cardiovascular & Respiratory System

1.1e - Effects of the Exercise on the body

1.2a - Components of Fitness

1.2b - Applying the Principles of Training

1.2c - Preventing Injury in Physical activity & training

2.1a - Engagement Patterns

2.1b - Commercialisation of Physical activity and sport

2.1c - Ethical & Socio-cultural issues in sport

2.2 - Sports Psychology


There are interactive resources that can be found on the link

below that will aid revision on all the topics of the theory. https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse-physical-education-j587-from-2016/delivery-guide/

The OCR GCSE (9-1) PE Second Edition Exercise book can be

purchased online on the link below and would be a useful

resource to any student studying the GCSE PE course.

https://www.hoddereducation.co.uk/Product/9781471851728

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Religious Education Exam Board

WJEC/ Eduqas GCSE (9-1) C120P3 Religious Studies Full Course (Route A)


There are no Controlled Assessments or coursework requirements for this course. The assessment will be

three external papers sat at the end of Year 11

A mock assessment will take place every six weeks in the classroom.

Course Content

Component 1 comprises of four units. Written exam 13/05/19 2 hours (50% of qualification)

1. Relationships—Marriage, divorce, cohabitation, adultery, contraception, sex, family and love.

2. Life and Death—Funerals, life after death, abortion and euthanasia.

3. Good and Evil—Sin, Suffering, forgiveness, free will, conscience, justice and morality .

4. Human Rights- Extremism, censorship, discrimination, prejudice and secular .

Component 2—Study of Christianity. Written exam 20/05/19 1 hour (25% of qualification)

Students will study the beliefs, teachings and the practices of Christianity. This component will be as-

sessed by compulsory questions focussing on knowledge, understanding and evaluation of the subject

content.

Component 3—Study of a world faith (Islam). Written exam 23/05/19 1 hour (25% of qualification)

Students will study the beliefs, teachings and the practices of Islam. This component will be assessed by

compulsory questions focussing on knowledge, understanding and evaluation of the subject content.


There is a comprehensive list of resources and samples sample papers regularly posted on the website

“Show my homework”. If you attempt past papers aim to get feedback from your teacher on how to

improve.

If you use books and websites independently ensure you cover Islam and Christianity on only

the components listed above.

Reading a quality newspaper and watching the news and current affairs programmes

are also an invaluable learning resource.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/rs/

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Exam Board - NCFE Craft

Assessment & Assessment Dates Qualification purpose:

This qualification is designed for learners with an interest in craft and can be delivered in a variety of contexts.

Examples could include wood crafts, floristry, textiles, garment making, stained glass, cake decoration etc. This

qualification aims to develop a broad and comprehensive understanding of craft, develop a significant knowledge

core which spans the vocational sector, provide academic and study skills that will support progression within craft.

Students are currently working on Unit 1, 2 and 4 for a design assignment to create and make an object that meets a

need identified by themselves. They will use key design influences from the last 100 years to support their creative

ideas. This is internally marked and moderated by an external assessor.

Unit 3 is completed in the latter part of Year 11 based on a design craft brief sent to us from the exam board. This is

externally marked.

This qualification consists of: Unit 01 Exploring craft and enterprise skills. Internally assessed portfolio of evidence

Unit 02 Research and develop design ideas for craft items. Internally assessed portfolio of evidence

Unit 03 Respond to a craft brief Mandatory Externally assessed assignment

Unit 04 Produce final craft work Mandatory Internally assessed portfolio of evidence

To be awarded the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Craft, learners are required to successfully

complete 4 mandatory units.

Websites & additional learning resources Students should develop their knowledge and experiences about design

by visiting lcal art centres and exhibitions and use the opportunities

available to them to visit the major museums up in London.

https://www.v.cert craft

BBC Bitesize is a revision resource that offers tips, videos and

advice:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/DT/

www.technologystudent.com

Course Content The objectives of this qualification are to help learners to: use raw materials, tools and equipment in a safe and

competent manner, develop analytical and research skills, evaluate their own work, develop ideas and learning

through the craft process. Develop an understanding of health and safety considerations in the craft environment.

Develop an overview of enterprise skills and characteristics present in successful enterprising individuals. Develop

communication skills through a range of media. Throughout the delivery of this qualification, the following core areas

and transferable skills should be evident: Students develop the ability to identify hazards and risks and apply safe

working practices, skills in planning and skills in the use of craft materials. Development of social and moral skills,

with an emphasis on environment and sustainable issues. The ability to combine skills with knowledge and

understanding to design quality products. The ability to investigate enterprising opportunities, development of

positive attitudes towards working as a team and co-operation. To manage resources appropriately and efficiently

and to manage resources with regard to personal safety and the safety of others .

Students are currently working on Unit2 Research and design and Unit4 Producing the final outcome.

TIPS FOR SUCCESS:

Stay on top of your work. Complete tasks quickly when they are set and don’t allow yourself to fall

behind.

Ensure that you attend all interventions after school.

Ensure that all aspects of your folder work and practical are your best as we need to

pass all units to get a grade.

Resistant Materials

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Combined Science Exam Board

Edexcel GCSE (9-1) Combined Science 1SCO


Combined Science is worth 2 GCSEs. Students will sit numerous assessments during the school year.

Paper 1 mocks to be held in November 2018 and Paper 2 mocks in February 2019

End of Year exam dates:

Biology paper 1; 14th May 2019, Chemistry paper 1; 16th May 2019, Physics paper 1; 22nd May 2019

Biology paper 2; 7th June 2019, Chemistry paper 2; 12th June 2019, Physics paper 2; 14th June 2019

Course Content

The course is made up of 6 exams each worth 16.7%:

Biology 1: Key concepts in biology, Cells and control, Genetics, Natural selection and genetic medication,

Health, disease and the development of medicines

Biology 2: Key concepts in biology, Plant structures and their functions, Animal coordination, control and

homeostasis, Exchange and transport in animals, Ecosystems and material cycles

Chemistry 1: Key concepts in chemistry, States of matter and mixtures, Chemical changes, Extracting

metals and equilibria

Chemistry 2: Key concepts in chemistry, groups in the periodic table, rates of reaction and

energy changes, fuels and earth science

Physics 1: Key concepts in physics, Motion and forces, Conservation of energy, Waves, Light and the EM

spectrum, Radioactivity

Physics 2 ; Key concepts in physics, Forces doing work, Forces and their effects, Electricity and circuits,

Magnetism and the motor effect, Electromagnetic induction, Particle model, Forces and matter ,

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

1. Revision must be constant throughout the year and not just prior to exams. Set aside 2 hours a

week to revise the content you have been learning in lesson.


the skills necessary on the new exam papers.

3. Practise writing answers to 6 mark questions—this is usually what stops students from achieving

their very best.


5. Review the core practical video links in order to familiarise yourself with them.

6. Complete as many past paper questions as possible to ensure you can answer all types of question.


Students will be able to purchase revision guides from the Academy in September

for a small fee (much less than they can be purchased for in book shops)

BBC Bitesize—Good recap and quizzes for students to practise their

knowledge

http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zrkw2hv

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Separate Science Exam Board

Edexcel GCSE (9-1) in Biology, Chemistry, Physics


Separate science is worth 3 GCSEs. Students will sit numerous assessments during the school year.

Paper 1 mocks to be held in November 2018 and Paper 2 mocks in February 2019

End of Year exam dates:

Biology paper 1; 14th May 2019, Chemistry paper 1; 16th May 2019, Physics paper 1; 22nd May 2019

Biology paper 2; 7th June 2019, Chemistry paper 2; 12th June 2019, Physics paper 2; 14th June 2019


Students will be able to purchase revision guides from the Academy in

September for a small fee (much less than they can be purchased for in

book shops)

BBC Bitesize—Good recap and quizzes for students to practise

their

knowledge http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zrkw2hv

Course Content

The course is made up of 6 exams each worth 16.7%:

Biology 1: Key concepts in biology, Cells and control, Genetics, Natural selection and genetic medication,

Health, disease and the development of medicines

Biology 2: Key concepts in biology, Plant structures and their functions, Animal coordination, control and

homeostasis, Exchange and transport in animals, Ecosystems and material cycles

Chemistry 1: Key concepts in chemistry, States of matter and mixtures, Chemical changes, Extracting

metals and equilibria, separate chemistry 1

Chemistry 2: Key concepts in chemistry, groups in the periodic table, rates of reaction and energy

changes, fuels and earth science, separate chemistry 2

Physics 1: Key concepts in physics, Motion and forces, Conservation of energy, Waves, Light and the EM

spectrum, radioactivity and astronomy

Physics 2 ; Motion, forces and conservation of energy, forces and energy, Electricity and circuits, Electric

and magnetic fields, matter.

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

1. Revision must be constant throughout the year and not just prior to exams. Set aside 3 hours a

week to revise the content you have been learning in lesson.


the skills necessary on the new exam papers.

3. Practise writing answers to 6 mark questions—this is usually what stops students from achieving

their very best.


5. Review the core practical video links in order to familiarise yourself with them.

6. Complete as many past paper questions as possible to ensure you can answer all types

of question.

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Textiles Exam Board

NCFE

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies

Students will have 30 hours to complete Unit 03 between 24/02/19 to 26/04/19.

Assessment Components

Unit 01 Exploring Textiles and enterprise skills. Internally assessed

Students will already have developed basic textile skills and knowledge of materials and techniques. They

will extend their understanding of how to exploit the strengths and weaknesses of materials and resources

according to their ideas and intentions. They will develop techniques to use the materials and resources

appropriately and will observe health and safety procedures.

Students will also identify and explore enterprising project opportunities, selecting one to develop further.

The unit encourages learners to reflect on their own enterprise skills.

Unit 02 Research and develop design ideas for Textiles items. Internally assessed

Students will draw ideas from a range of sources to explore possible ways forward and will develop them

creatively to achieve their intended outcome, record significant points of development in their textile work

and will reflect on what they have done, making appropriate modifications where necessary. They will fol-

low health and safety procedures when developing and adapting ideas

Unit 03 Respond to a Textiles brief. Externally assessed

In this unit, learners will use the information from a range of sources they research to inform their ideas in

response to a given design brief. Learners will use visual techniques to present their final idea together

with a costed project plan.

Unit 04 Produce final Textiles work. Internally assessed

Students will prepare and produce final craft item(s) following health and safety procedures, they will

demonstrate a level of skill when using materials and techniques and will set and adhere to their own tar-

gets for production. Students will evaluate what they have learnt through the whole craft process and how

their final item(s) portrays their original ideas and intentions. Learners will reflect on their own technical

skills.

Grading structures

Overall qualification grading descriptors (Equivalent to 1-9)

This exam takes the mastery approach where students must

pass all four units to gain this qualification .

PASS

MERIT

DISTINCTION

DISTINCTION*

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Notes:

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Contacts

Mr J Cheshire

Year 11 Family Leader

[email protected]

Ms C Green

Deputy Principal

[email protected]

Ms G Elvin SENCO

[email protected]

Mr N Attenborough

Year 11 Mentor and Teacher of PE

[email protected]

Mr G Sheridan

Year 11 Mentor and Teacher of Science

[email protected]

Ms C Killeen Year 11 Mentor and Head of Drama

[email protected]

Mr P McAllen Year 11 Mentor and Head of History

Philip.Mcallen@@oasiscoulsdon.org

Ms D Nel Year 11 Mentor and Teacher of English

[email protected]

Ms A Ogundele

Year 11 Mentor and Head of Media

[email protected]

Mrs M Saarany

Year 11 Mentor and Teacher of Science

[email protected]

Ms J Verelst Year 11 Mentor—O-Zone

[email protected]

Mr B Hodges

Head of English

[email protected]

Ms Billings

Head of Maths

[email protected]

Mr van Gelder

Head of Science

[email protected]

Mrs Gallagher Well-being Coordinator

[email protected]

Mrs Millard Attendance Officer

[email protected]

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Year 11 Calendar Overview Year 11 Study Club: Every day (3pm – 4pm) – Library on Second Floor

Here there will be discussion sessions, help and support with homework / coursework.

Term Key Dates & Tasks

Autumn 1

Year 11 Information Evening: 13th September 2018, 5.00-6.30pm

Open Evening 19th September 5-8pm

College Open Evenings (keep an eye on careers board)

Intervention during half term for selected students

Autumn 2

Issue of new predicted grades

Mock exams begin w/c 12.11.18

after October Half Term

Careers Convention @ Excel Skills London: 23.11.18

Applications for college to be completed

Spring 1

Issue of new predicted grades and progress 8 scores

after Christmas Holiday

Year 11 Parents Evening: 17th January 2019,

4.30-7.30pm

College interviews begin

Intervention during half term for selected students

Spring 2


after February Half Term

Mock exams begin w/c 26.02.19

Intervention during Easter for selected students including

Year 11 Parents’ Evening: 27th March 2019, 4.30-7.30pm

Summer 1


after Easter Holiday

GCSE exams begin

Students full time at the Academy until May half term TBC

Summer 2 Students to attend Academy daily for exams and revision

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student and the community. Students

will achieve excellence and a love of learning through

developing rigour, resilience and

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