1. Gifted and Talented Evening Wednesday 25th September 2013
Graham Taylor - Principal

2. Agenda for the evening Overview of New College
Graham Taylor, Principal
Oxbridge and top university support
David Stephenson, Oxbridge Co-ordinator
The Oxbridge Process from a student perspective
High Flyers Scheme
Mick Dams, Section Leader, Maths
Villiers Park scheme from a student perspective
Questions & Answers

3. An overview of New College
Over students
Queen’s Drive Campus opened Jan 2003
New £10 million Annexe open Sept 2011
Great facilities include:-
2 x dance, recording, art & design, photography studios; beauty & body treatments area
Library, Open Learning Centre, VLE, PC/Macbooks and BYOD scheme
All areas graded as “Outstanding” or “Good” in OFSTED inspection 2009

4. Providing the best academic quality
98.2% pass rate for A Levels in Summer 2013
100% pass rate in 39 subjects
41% A* - B rate on A Levels
Highest percentage of students achieve 3 or more A Levels/equivalences in Swindon or Cirencester*
(*Source:DfES 2012 School Performance tables KS5)

5. Progression after New College
500+ students went to universities/HEIs this autumn
Universities included: Oxford, Cambridge, Bristol, Warwick, Southampton, Nottingham, Birmingham, Exeter, Bath
For those going straight to jobs
Great links with Intel, Nationwide, Barclays
Employability offer: Job Club, Job Shop, mentoring/placements

6. A few of our High Flyers... Samra Yasin (Churchfields)
A* in Biology; As in Chemistry and Maths
Medicine at University
Charlotte Brett (Nova Hreod)
Distinction in BTEC Health and Social Care
As in English Language & Literature; Communication
& Culture
University of Reading – English Language & Literature
(Commonweal)

7. A few of our High Flyers... Maxime Perrott (The Ridgeway)
A*s in History and Sociology; B in Politics
University of Southampton: History
Daniel Simpson (Dorcan)
As in Sociology, Politics; B in Law; C in Psychology
University of Birmingham: Law
(Commonweal) .

8. Recent Student/Alumni Success
Student Star Awards – monthly and termly
Leaver’s Ceremony Summer 2013: 93 awards
68 Y11s/current students involved in NCS summer programme
Laura Halford became British Rhythmic Gymnastic Champion
Jahmene Douglas - No.1 debut album; nominated for Best Newcomer at the MOBOs
Four Olympians since 1984 and 1 Paralympian in 2012

9. A few Y11 initiatives Open Day, Saturday October 12th, 10am-2pm
Meet subject tutors, take a tour of the campus
Find out about “life support” systems
A Levels Open Evening, Wednesday Jan 29th, 5-7pm
Vocational Courses Open Evening, Tuesday March 25th, 5-7pm
NCS summer programme
4 week programme starting July 21st 2014

10. Why choose New College? Unrivalled choice of programmes
High quality teaching and learning
Great student results and achievements
Outstanding support for students
Fantastic all-round student experience
Bridge between school and university/work

11. Oxbridge and top university support
David Stephenson
Maths Lecturer and
Oxbridge Co-ordinator

12. Why Oxbridge? Can be a fantastic opportunity Different in many ways
Not necessarily the best courses for you

13. Oxbridge Coordinator
Subject teachers and personal tutors provide guidance
Most of the help is the same for other top universities
May not have applicants on a regular basis
Collect and disseminate information

14. What they are looking for
ACADEMIC POTENTIAL
Good GCSE results
In context (CSAS /national contextual data)
Outstanding A level performance
Academic interest
(Outside interests may be relevant)

15. How we can help No barrier Encourage Have a go
Don’t worry: many superb students don’t get in
Point in right direction
Subject support
Preparation for tests
Preparation for Interviews

16. Websites Used to be lots of special information Now it’s all online
No longer special forms
though Cambridge sends a questionnaire after students apply
Early application still required
Tests: BMAT, TSA, ELAT, LNAT, STEP, HAT, PAT, ...
Some of these are used by other universities

17. Two of our 2013 successful Oxbridge applicants...
Rhys Clyne (Commonweal)
A* in Biology; As in History, Maths, Politics &
English Literature
History at Merton College at Oxford
Sabah Afzal (The Ridgeway)
A* grades in Maths, Biology & Chemistry;
A in Physics
Medicine at New College, University of Oxford
(Commonweal) .

18. Series of Meetings February of 1st year introduction
Anyone interested
Invitations to those with best GCSE results
April: application process and how to prepare (outside speaker)
June: open days, summer schools, choosing and starting application
Sept: Applying, everything on track
Nov: interview workshop (outside speaker)
Individual help and advice

19. Example emails from students
David,
This isn't specifically about Oxbridge but any information would be useful.
With universities that offer conditional offers in a range, i.e. A*AA-AAB, what is the logic of which offer you are given? Is it the stronger the candidate, the lower the offer, as the university desire the student more? So say a stronger candidate would receive the AAB offer and a candidate that looks less may get A*AA? Or is it the other way around?
Many thanks.
Hi,
I am seeing my subject teachers on Monday to check my personal statement, and was wondering if I could come see you after Tuesday to give it a final check, as aiming on sending it early next week.
Sorry to keep hassling you! Thank you.
David, I am sorry for not coming to see you yesterday - after attending the open day at Lady Margaret's Hall on Friday, as well as speaking with tutors, I have come to the conclusion that Oxford University isn't for me, and I have chosen not to apply. Thank you for your earlier information, and I apologise for not getting back to you sooner. Thanks.

20. The Oxbridge process from a Student’s Perspective
Alistair Senior
5 A* grades in Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Electronics & Chemistry.
Engineering, University of Cambridge

21. Mick Dams Section Leader - Maths
High Flyers Scheme
Mick Dams
Section Leader - Maths

22. Your question...
“I am a Year 11 with lots of academic potential……. How can I best achieve it?”

23. Our answer….. Choose a relevant but challenging academic programme
Enrich your CV with something to help you stand out

24. What support and opportunities can I expect from New College?
Widest range of A levels in the county
Maths AS link
A variety of other academic courses
Many enrichment opportunities
Financial benefits
Programme of presentations and initiatives

25. Am I a High Flyer? Minimum of 4 A grades at GCSE
Being identified at interview
Apply for the High Flyers Scholarship
Maximise your potential

26. Two of our new High Flyer students...
Benjamin White (Lydiard Park Academy)
Fine Art; EPQ; Maths; Physics; Physics Dynamics
Rachel Caron (Isambard)
Graphic Design & Illustration; Eng Lit & Lang;
Maths; Chemistry; Physics; Physics Dynamics
(Commonweal) .

27. Academic options Vast range of AS and A Levels
Opportunity for 5 AS in Year One
30+ Express A Levels
AQA Baccalaureate

28. AQA Baccalaureate Supplements a programme of AS/A levels
Broadens the range of Study
Focus on particular relevant enrichment activities
Level 3 extended project

29. Enrichments that can make a difference!
Villiers Park scholars programme
Medical Package
Voluntary service programme
Debating matters
Sports teams/ gym
Tutorial support

30. Courses to give you an edge
Courses that universities look for
- AQA Baccalaureate; Extended Project
- Critical Thinking; General Studies
Maximising your potential programmes
- Short quals to enhance your life and PSE skills
- Includes: Personal Finance, Employability, Volunteering, Internet Safety
Extras: optional activities and courses
- College Production; Football Academy; Debating Matters; Choral Group

31. Financial benefits High Flyer Scholarships
Villiers Park Scholars Programme …
(continued and new)
Access to Villiers Park courses/ Oxfizz

32. Villiers Park from a Student’s Perspective
Harry Jones, current New College student

33. High Flyers Evening Wednesday 25th September 2013
Any questions?