St Ninian’s High School S1 Information Evening Choice Programme 15 March 2012

Saint Ninian’s High School Prayer Lord Jesus As a child you grew in learning and wisdom. Bless Saint Ninian’s High School a community of faith and purpose where young people and adults learn, work and grow together. Help us to make this a place where all are treated with respect, where pupils are encouraged to develop their talents; where teachers are respected for their dedication and where all – staff, pupils and parents - work together in trust and friendship. Amen

Format of the evening  Mr Docherty, Head Teacher  Mrs McCarthy, Depute Head Teacher S1  Mr Cumming, Principal Teacher Pastoral Support  S1 pupils Morgan Flood and Tayana Kabasa Visits to departments Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament : Oratory 7.45 – 9.00 Pastoral Support Staff, Learning Support Staff and Senior Staff Tea/Coffee/Refreshments – Street Area

The S1 Experience So FAR Enthusiasm & Motivation Commitment & Participation Enjoyment & Success in learning Ambition & Determination to do well Confidence & Comfortable Maturity & Independence

The S1 Experience How do we know? S1 Interim reports 1 & 2 S1 Full Reports for rotation subjects Review meetings – Pastoral Support S1 wider involvement Recognition of achievement ‘the week ahead’ Class visits/social areas/weekly assembly

The S1 Experience “I have enjoyed the many different subjects. I have more responsibility” “you get to explore all of your subjects more than you did in Primary” “There are always teachers around the school to help and I feel safe “ “I enjoy St Ninian’s and have made new friends” “I enjoy all the clubs I attend and I feel more independent”

S1 Choice Personalisation of choice Developing skills for learning, work and life Quality of learning – challenge & depth Classes with pupils of similar ability Increased enjoyment, motivation & confidence Improved results in S4, 5 and 6 Improved quality of grade Increased stay on rate and better progression

Progression S1/2 - CfE Courses –3rd and 4 th levels - S2 : Choice Subjects S3/4 - 8 or 9 subjects - New National Courses – National 3, National 4 and National 5 S5 - 5 subjects - New National Courses/ Highers/ Vocational Courses S6 - 4 courses including Advanced Highers

Progression S1/2S3/4S5S6 Pupil ACfE 4 th levelNat 5HighersAdv Highers Pupil BCfE 3rd/4 th level Nat 4/5Nat 5 and Highers Highers, Vocational courses, Adv Highers Pupil CCfE 3 rd levelNat 3/4Nat 4/5Nat 5, Vocational courses

S4 SQA Attainment % of S4 roll At least 5 Intermediate 2 or better 65%73 %71 %77 % 73% At least 5 Intermediate 1 or better 90%92 %93 %96 % 92%

S5 SQA Attainment As a % of the S4 roll % of S4 roll At least 1 Higher or more 66%70%80%80% 82% At least 3 ‘H’s or more 49%57%62%65% 71% 5 Highers31%38%40%43% 48%

Making choice work Punctuality and high attendance crucial Homework and study skills vital High expectations – effort, uniform, behaviour Extra curricular activities, participation in whole school events etc Pupil Support – Class teachers, Pastoral/ Learning/Behaviour Support, PSAs, S6 Mentors, work with outside agencies, support classes etc Monitor and track progress Communication

Pastoral Input Careers Convention. Information from subject teachers. Issued with a Choice booklet. Interview with Pastoral Support teachers. Time to renegotiate. Completion of programme by 14 th May.

What second year say “I think it is a good idea as it lets us study the subjects we want to do and not the subjects you don’t like.” “My reports have really improved as I am in the subjects I want to study.” “I am doing the subjects which I feel I am good at and enjoy.” “ I have really enjoyed focusing on the subjects I like and developing a better knowledge.”

Step By Step Take time to go through the booklet with your child. Encourage your child to carefully listen to information from subject teachers. Any concerns contact Pastoral staff for advice. Think VERY carefully!

Calendar of Events 15 th MarchParents information evening 20 th MarchSubject Information Booklet issued to pupils Discussions begin through PSHE 17 th AprilS1 Assembly to introduce S1 Choice pathway and reinforce the Choice Form. 24 th AprilInterviews begin Provisional Choices sent home 27 th AprilS1 Full Reports issued 10 th May S1 Parents Evening 14 th MayAll forms returned

St Ninian’s High School PROPOSED SECOND YEAR COURSE CHOICE 2012 – 2013 Pupils will continue to study English, Maths, French, RE, PE, PSHE SOCIALSCIENCETECHNOLOGYCREATIVEOPTION History Geography Modern Studies Biology Chemistry Physics Administration Graphic Communication Computing Physics Biology Art & Design Fashion & Textile Technology Music Design & Technology Art & Design Business Management Chemistry Drama Spanish Hospitality