s2-s3 learner review process jan 2015

Tynecastle High SchoolParent Information Evening

S2 into S3 Learner review 29 January 2015

Purpose of the evening

bull To help you to better support your sondaughter make the transition into S3

bull To outline our rationale for the Broad General Education in S3

bull To inform you about the Learner Review process

The rationale for the changes

bull Chance to tidy up qualifications bull Need to close a widening gap bull More time to focus on Learning bull Desire to be more student-focused - what will

best serve young people for life and work bull Give credit for achievement bull Meet societyrsquos needs in 21st C

Evolution not revolution

bull Classroom methods bull Partnerships bull Inter-disciplinary learning bull Health amp Wellbeing bull Global Citizenship bull Wider achievement

How learning is evolving

bull Active Learning ( Enquiry problem-solving) bull Co-operative Learning (collaborative skills) bull Emphasis on really knowing the students and offering

support for all - relationships matter bull Use of ICT bull Outdoor Education bull Skills focus - making connections bull Placements amp Partnerships bull Opportunities for Leadership in school bull Raising awareness of vocational pathways

This new improved Learning takes more time

bull So what subject content is essential bull Where do subjects overlap Show students the

connections bull Which testing is really needed bull Delay SQA courses until S4 bull Build in time for wider achievement

4 contexts for learning

bull Curricular areas in subjects bull Inter-disciplinary learning bull Ethos and life of the school bull Opportunities for wider achievement

7 Design Principles

bull Challenge amp Enjoyment bull Breadth bull Progression bull Depth bull Personalisation amp Choice bull Coherence bull Relevance

6 Entitlements

bull S1-3 Broad General Education bull S4-6 Senior Phase bull Coherence bull Support especially at transitions bull Skills for Life Learning amp Work bull A Positive Destination (16+)

Broad General Education Entitlement

bull English bull Science bull Maths bull Languages bull Social Subjects bull RME bull Technology bull Health amp Wellbeing bull Expressive Arts

Experiences amp Outcomes

S1 Most students on Level 3 (Some Level 4) Developing Consolidating Secure

S2 As above (more on level 4)

S3 Curricular areas (8)

Level 3 (all completing) Level 4 work bullKeeping options open bullStart National 4 or 5 content (Xmas of S3)

That was then - this is now

Standard Grade Intermediates Nationals (S4)

Foundation Access National 3

General Intermediate 1 National 4 (=Level 4) (Internal only)

Credit Intermediate 2 National 5

Moving into the Senior Phase in S4 - 6

bull Focus on National Qualifications - more assessments

bull More time in chosen subjects bull 6 major subjects at National in S4 - greater depth

of learning amp better preparation for S5 bull Positive feedback last year from S4 bull Traditional 5 Highers in S5 - Gold Standard

Highers overtake Nationals eg University entry

Learner Journey - Alan LawYear Courses Achievements

S12 BGE Level 3 Consolidating in all curricular areas Film Club Fencing JASS

S3 8 curricular areas Breadth + Depth (L3 Secure L4 in some areas)

Fencing Student Council Duke of Edinburgh John Muir (S3 e-portfolio)

S4 6 x N5

N5 English Maths History French Chemistry Drama

Assisted at fencing club DOE

S5 5 x H

English Maths History French Chemistry Young Philanthropist S1 mentor leading to Leadership Award

S6 3 Advanced Highers extra Higher Modern Studies Community Service classwork experience in law firm - Law at University Leaves with 6 Highers 6N5s 3 AH

House Captain Charities committee Debater School certificate of Achievement

Learner Journey - Dee SingerYear Courses Achievements

S12 BGE uneven Success in Art Music CDT Film soundtracks created and shown at assemblies

S3 8 Choices

Level 3 mixed Level 4 in Art Design Drama Media Technology

Acts in films for media club Art Club (e-portfolio)

S4 N5(3) N4 (3)

N5 Art Design Drama N4 Maths English PE (Dance)

Zumba Club

S5 H Art Design Theatre Arts (College) N5 English Maths

Zumba Club S1 Mediator S2 Paired Reader Leadership Award

S6 H English Drama Community Service Class Work Placement in Theatre

Prom Committee Redhall Volunteer

Positive Destination

College Course in Theatre Arts 4 Highers 5 N5s3 N4s Skills for Work

School Certificate of Achievement

Learner Journey ndash Guy DuguidYear Courses Achievements

S12 Slow Progress with BGE Level 3 consolidating mainly

Young Carer JASS Cool Down Crew

S3 (8) Level 3 still not secure in any subject Skillforce (Steps to WorkFirst Aid Award

Mechanics Club Biking

S4 Access English Maths N4 PE Hospitality Personal Development amp John Muir

Fire Services Cadet Mechanics Green Team Project

S5 N4 English Physics N5 PE Hospitality College Placement engineering Gorgie Farm Volunteer

S1 Buddy Helped with JAS Centenary Garden Catering for school events helped S1 football team


Apprenticeship in garage with help of careers staff

Leaves withhellip 2 N5s 4 N4s PDA Leadership John Muir Skills for Work

S3 Profile

S2 rarr S3 Learner Review

Process bull Preparatory work in PSE classes bull S2 Parent Information Evening Thurs 29 Jan bull S2 assembly Friday 30 January bull S2 parent consultation Monday 2 February

430-7pm bull Individual Learner Review meetings before

the February Break

Factors to consider when deciding on focus subjects for S3

bullEnjoyment of the subject bullThe best prospects for the highest possible academic success in S4 bullProgression to courses in S456 bullFuture employment ambitions

Career Management Skills

httpswwwedinburghguaranteeorgyoung-peoplewhere-could-my-subjects-take-me

Example

wwwmyworldofworkcouk

Register on wwwmyworldofworkcouk ndash

the Skills Development Scotland web service for all your work skills and learning needs

Next stepshellip

My Strengths

Explore Careers A-Z

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S2 rarr S3 Learner Review How can you support your child

bull Look together with your child at his her report and the Course Information booklet

Ask him her bull Which subjects are you good at bull Which subjects are you enjoying Why bull Which subjects are you less keen on Why bull If you have a career path in mind which

subjects will you definitely need for this



Purpose of the evening

bull To help you to better support your sondaughter make the transition into S3

bull To outline our rationale for the Broad General Education in S3

bull To inform you about the Learner Review process














7 Design Principles


6 Entitlements























S4 6 x N5



S5 5 x H






S3 8 Choices



S4 N5(3) N4 (3)


Zumba Club




















S3 Profile




the February Break





Example




Next stepshellip

My Strengths

Explore Careers A-Z

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7 Design Principles


6 Entitlements























S4 6 x N5



S5 5 x H






S3 8 Choices



S4 N5(3) N4 (3)


Zumba Club




















S3 Profile




the February Break





Example




Next stepshellip

My Strengths

Explore Careers A-Z

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6 Entitlements























S4 6 x N5



S5 5 x H






S3 8 Choices



S4 N5(3) N4 (3)


Zumba Club




















S3 Profile




the February Break





Example




Next stepshellip

My Strengths

Explore Careers A-Z

25




























S4 6 x N5



S5 5 x H






S3 8 Choices



S4 N5(3) N4 (3)


Zumba Club




















S3 Profile




the February Break





Example




Next stepshellip

My Strengths

Explore Careers A-Z

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S3 8 Choices



S4 N5(3) N4 (3)


Zumba Club




















S3 Profile




the February Break





Example




Next stepshellip

My Strengths

Explore Careers A-Z

25



















S3 Profile




the February Break





Example




Next stepshellip

My Strengths

Explore Careers A-Z

25










the February Break





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My Strengths

Explore Careers A-Z

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