1. Welcome to our Year 11 target setting evening
January 2018

2. What we will cover this evening?
Distribution of December exam results
Explanation of December results
Key dates in the Year 11 calendar
Next steps
Opportunity to talk to English, Maths, Science and RE staff as well as senior staff

3. What does the December result sheet contain?
An exam grade
A predicted grade (the grade teachers feel your daughter will achieve in the summer assuming she displays her current attitude to learning in preparing for the exams)
A challenging target grade (the minimum grade we feel she should aim to achieve)
% attendance to date ( you also have a separate attendance sheet)
Some subjects (e.g. ICT) did not sit a formal mock examination because of the practical nature of the course so have entered a current grade
In some cases, the predicted/exam grade may be higher than the target grade. This means things are going well
Where the predicted grade is lower than the mock grade, the teacher may be factoring in all the units to be included in the summer examinations as opposed to a single unit examined in the December exam

4. Changes to GCSE assessment
Most GCSE subjects will be graded 9-1 in 2018
Some GCSE subjects will be graded A*-U ( Product Design, Child Development, Ancient History, Business and Travel)
This means your daughter may have GCSE passes which have been graded differently on her CV
This is happening nationally and will affect all students sitting GCSE examinations in 2018

5. Changes to GCSE assessment
Grade 9: top A* performers; about half of the 6.8 per cent who got A*s this year are likely to get it
Grade 8: the rest of those who obtained A* but did not qualify for a 9
Grade 7: equivalent to an A grade pass
Grade 6: covering those from two thirds above current C grade to top of existing B grade
Grade 5: international benchmark, showing performance equals that of students getting top-grade passes in high performing countries in international league tables. Pitched at half or two thirds of a grade above the current C pass
Grade 4: equivalent to a C grade pass
Grade 3: equivalent to a D grade pass
Grade 2: equivalent to an E grade pass
Grade 1: equivalent to grade F and G passes

6. Why do these results matter?
They are not the end of the world BUT……
They are an important milestone towards summer exams
They help to focus minds
They tell us as teachers where your strengths are and what you need to do to improve
They help us to decide a predicted grade in case you miss an examination in the summer

7. Why do your English and Maths results matter?
Students who get good passes in both English and Maths will have a wider range of Post-16 options
Students who get good passes in both English and Maths, along with at least 3 other GCSE qualifications earn a higher average salary than those who don’t
They give you a better chance of securing the job you want and avoiding ‘zero hours’ contracts
If you don’t achieve good passes, you will have to continue to study GCSE Maths and/or English when you join the sixth form (or continue in training)
So, it is much better to achieve the necessary grades now

8. School days to the start of the summer exams71

9. Core subejcts Ms Whitehead, curriculum leader for English
Mrs Kelly, Assistant Headteacher/curriculum leader for Maths
Mrs Hayward, curriculum leader for Science
Mrs Jones, curriculum leader for RE

10. Walking, talking mock.

11. 97% of students found it helpful.
“I could manage my time better.”
“The exam tips helped me know what to include.”
“Helped me see how marks are achieved.”
“Helped me finish the exam.”
“Helped me understand the questions.”
“I know how much detail is needed for each question.”
“I found it easier to complete the paper as I normally struggle.”
“Gave me time to stop and think properly.”
“It showed me what the examiners would be looking for.”
“I knew where I was going wrong because Miss read the examiners’ report out.”
“I know what 15/30 minutes feels like.”

12. - Removed timing issues.
Explained what students should do for each question.
Shared comments from the examiners’ report.

13. Issues arising from exams
Timing. Not reading question carefully.
Not writing in enough detail.
Not making purpose and audience of writing clear.
Not planning/organising writing.
Too many errors with SPG and expression, often made through carelessness/rushing.

14. What next? Teachers will review exam with classes.
Year 11 will complete another exam in the next few weeks.
- Revision sessions will continue to take place (see website.)
- Students will receive an overview sheet for revision (no past papers.)
Opportunities to purchase workbook and revision guide for anthology.

15. English Literature Full Literature exam March/April.
Visit from senior examiner during Easter break

16. “No man is an island.”
John Donne

17. How can you support your daughter?
Encourage your daughter to read set texts – a chapter/scene a night (20 minutes) will have an enormous benefit. (Beware the film versions!)
Continue to check journal and overview sheet to ensure your daughter is fully prepared for lessons – necessary reading completed and correct equipment.
There is always something they can do!
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any queries or concerns.

18. GCSE Maths
GCSEs will still be suitable for all abilities, but with more challenging content.
The new GCSE will be "more challenging so pupils are better prepared for further academic or vocational study, or for work", according to the government

19. What can you do to support?
Planned support
Walking/Talking Mock
Super Learning Sessions
Maths Mock 2, March 2018
Weekly Revision sessions
Support from home booklet
Work through a section of questions together
Discuss using the prompts provided.
Ask to see work from the personalised revision pack

20. Supporting from Home Booklet

21. PERSONALISING REVISION
December Mock Question Level Exam Analysis

22. PERSONALISING REVISION
December Mock Question Level Exam Analysis

23. PERSONALISING REVISION
December Mock Question Level Exam Analysis
Personalised December Mock PinPoint Revision pack

24. PERSONALISING REVISION
Questions on five of the easiest topics you got wrong on the mock Paper 1.

25. Web based www.vle.mathswatch.com

26. 6-week programme

27. 6-week programme

28. GCSE Sciences
Separate Sciences 11Sc1 in Biology, Chemistry and Physics (worth 3 GCSEs).
Final grades are determined only by performance in external examinations in summer 2018.
Biology = TWO papers each 1 hour and 45 minutes
Chemistry = TWO papers each 1 hour and 45 minutes
Physics = TWO papers each 1 hour and 45 minutes
Practical work = assessed through questions on the external examinations.

29. GCSE Sciences 2. Combined Science (worth 2 GCSEs)
Grades 9,9 to grades 4,4 (Higher)
Grades 5,5 to grades 1,1 (Foundation)
The same tier must be taken for each subject (B/C/P).
11Sc3/4/5 - Final grades are determined only by performance in external examinations in summer 2018.
Biology = TWO papers each 1 hour and 15 minutes
Chemistry = TWO papers each 1 hour and 15 minutes
Physics = TWO papers each 1 hour and 15 minutes
Practical work = assessed through questions on the external examinations.

30. GCSE Sciences 3. Entry Level Science (+ Combined Science GCSE)
11Sc6 pupils - Competing ELC Assessment tests and Teacher Directed Activities. Work covered matches the GCSE Combined Science (Foundation).
Biology = TWO papers each 1 hour and 45 minutes
Chemistry = TWO papers each 1 hour and 45 minutes
Physics = TWO papers each 1 hour and 45 minutes
Practical work = assessed through questions on the external examinations.

31. GCSE Sciences Support
Pupils have access to Kerboodle – gives access to digital version of the text used in class and support materials for the course. Link to Kerboodle GCSE Sciences
Revision Guides and Workbooks (CGP) are still available in school:
£5.50 each for Combined Science.
£2.75 each for Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Drop in revision sessions operating B/C/P – sessions advertised in each department.
Revision materials available from individual staff.
Past papers and mark schemes available from AQA website.
On-line revision materials My-gcsescience.com available to purchase from school.
Please collect a letter from Mrs. Hayward if you would like to purchase Revision Guides or access to My-gcsescience.com at a reduced price.

32. Information for Parents
GCSE RE
Information for Parents

33. Exam Information Exam Board: Number of Exams: Students will sit 3 exams: Exam 1: Component 1: Origins and meanings and Good and evil Monday 14th May 2018 – PM (1 hour 30 minutes) Exam 2: Component 2: Life and death and Sin and forgiveness Wednesday 16th May 2018 – PM (1 hour 30 minutes) Exam 3: Component 3: Judaism – Beliefs and teachings and Practices Thursday 24th May 2018 – PM (1 hour)

34. Lunch Time and After school Revision
Teacher
Activity
Day
Time
Venue
Mrs. Jones
Revision
Thursday
11B
Mrs. Ford
Friday 3E
Mrs. Weir
Wednesday 7B
Miss Adams
3.20 – 4.20 3B
Ms Farnin
Tuesday
10B
A Revision guide is being released shortly by Eduqas, information about this will be shared by staff at the Year 11 Parents evening.

35. Key dates
Ms Farnin, Head of Year 11

36. Key dates Y11 reports 22nd January 2018 (approximately)
Revision and study skills training for all students 18th January 2018
Y11 parents evening Wednesday 24th January 2018 (4pm-6pm)
Deadline for applications for sixth form: 9th February 2018
Year 11 written examinations begin 14th May Written exams continue up to 28th June 2018
GCSE Results: Thursday 23rd August 2018

37. Holidays Please use holiday time wisely
Monday 12/2/18 – Friday 16/2/18 (Feb Half Term)
Monday 26/3/18– Friday 6/4/18 (Easter break)
Monday 7/5/18: May day bank holiday
Monday 28/5/18 –Friday 1/6/18 (May Half Term)

40. Bellerive FCJ Sixth Form Centre
Why Bellerive?
Excellent record for successful transition to Further and Higher Education
Well-qualified and committed teachers
Excellent facilities and resources
Excellent care, guidance and support
New building
New courses
Application deadline is 9th February
Bellerive FCJ Sixth Form Centre

41. Bellerive FCJ Sixth Form Centre
Wider Opportunities
Leadership Opportunities
Volunteering
University visits
Sixth Form Council
Trips
Duke of Edinburgh
Mock United Nations
Oxbridge Preparation Programme
Life boat literacy
Paired reading
Prefects
Trips – Disneyland Paris
London
Bellerive FCJ Sixth Form Centre

42. Bellerive FCJ Catholic College
St Margaret’s
Biology
Applied ICT
Chemistry
English Language
Government & Politics
English Literature
Music Technology
P.E.
French
Photography
Further Mathematics
Physics
Geography
Product Design
History
Psychology
Mathematics
Religious Studies
St Hilda’s
BTEC Business Studies
Art & Design
Sociology
Media Studies
Spanish
Archbishop Blanch
Art & Design (BTEC)
Dance
Applied ICT (Cambridge Technical)
Health & Social Care
Applied Science (Cambridge technical)
Business Studies (BTEC)
Theatre Studies
Health & Social Care (BTEC)
St Hilda’s/Archbishop Blanch
Performing Arts (BTEC)
German
Travel & Tourism (BTEC)
Music

44. ATTENDANCE AT EXAMINATIONS
Candidates are responsible for checking their own timetable and arriving at school on the correct day and time, dressed in correct school uniform. Candidates must arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start time of their examination.

45. Exam clashes
Despite the best efforts of all awarding organisations to coordinate exam scheduling so that clashes are avoided, you may find that some students' exams are scheduled for the same time.

46. Latecomers
Candidates who arrive late for an examination may still be admitted
If you think you may have trouble getting to school for an exam, please let school know as soon as possible.

47. Mobile phones
Mobile phones, watches or music players MUST NOT BE BROUGHT INTO THE EXAMINATION ROOM
If a mobile phone , or any other type of electronic communication or storage device, is found in your possession during an examination (even if it is turned off) it will be taken from you and a report made to the appropriate Awarding Organisation.
No exceptions can be made.

48. Special Consideration
If you experience difficulties during the examination period (e.g. illness, injury, personal problems)
Please inform school at the earliest possible point so we can help or advise you.
Let Mrs Allerston , Ms Farnin and Mrs Vaughan know.

49. AFTER THE EXAMINATIONS
NOTIFICATION OF RESULTS
Results will be available for collection on Thursday 23rd August 2018
Collection of results by someone other than the candidate: Please contact school and ask to speak to Ms Vaughan, exams secretary

50. What can parents do to help with GCSEs in general?
Encourage your daughter to attend extra support classes
Ensure there is a suitable study location at home
Minimise her time on social networking and the internet
Encourage her to use the recommended websites for study
Encourage to maintain a sensible diet and drink plenty of water
Make sure she gets the right amount of sleep
Remind students that there is always a solution to their worries, no matter how negative the situation might seem
Make sure you have a copy of the homework timetable displayed at home (available on the school website)
Continue to support us in making sure your daughter attends school and is punctual
Contact us with any concerns

55. What happens next?
Please take the opportunity to speak to subject representatives this evening
Pick up your Maths pack
Student action plans are being produced for students who are underperforming in each subject area
The full Year 11 report will follow shortly
This PowerPoint will be available on the school website (
Many thanks for taking the time to attend this evening
We will see you again on Wednesday 24th January for Y11 parents evening