Year 12 Induction Evening 2015

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1 Year 12 Induction Evening 2015

2 Vision and Ethos BOA is committed to providing high quality distinctive education through a specialist curriculum delivered in outstanding facilities Through a guided personalised learning experience BOA aims to develop the specific talents, gifts and potential of each student

3 Partners and Sponsors Partnerships are continually developing with individuals and organisations with expertise and a track record for innovation from across all areas of creative, digital and performing arts.

4 The only way we can give you this unique education is If you are here to participate If you take advantage of the opportunities If you are here for your mentoring and tutor time If you buy into the BOA ethos

5 Punctuality and Attendance Tutor time Uniform Hand work in on time Seize opportunities

6 Timing of the Academy Day 9.00am 11.00am Lessons 11.00am 11.15am Break 11.15am 12.15pm Lessons Monday Tutor Time 10.30am 11.15am 12.15pm 1.00pm Year 12 and 13 lunch 12.15pm 1.15pm Year 10 and 11 lessons 1.00pm 2.00pm Year 12 lessons 1.15pm 2.00pm Year 10 and 11 lunch *1pm finish on a Friday 2.00pm 2.15pm Tutorial/Assembly 2.15pm 4.15pm Lessons 4.15pm 5.15pm Enrichment

7 Café and Canteen Serving breakfast, snacks and hot meals Cash Only PLEASE SUPPORT!! Dedicated eating areas Café Canteen

8 Parent Pay for trips

9 Term Dates Term 1 1 st September 23 rd October (1 st and 2 nd September = Training Days) Half term - 26 th October 30 th October Term 2-4 th November 18 th December (2 nd and 3 rd November= Training Days) Christmas holiday - 21 st December 1 st January Term 3-6 th January 12 th February (4 th and 5 th January = Training Days) Half term - 15 th February 19 th February Student work experience/aptitude workshops 22 nd February 26 th February (Reading Week for Year 12) Term 4 29 th February 24 th March Easter holiday 25 th March 8 th April Term 5 11 th April 27 th May Half term - 30 th May 4 th June Term 6 6 th June 22 nd July

10 Curriculum Choices 14 Hours Level 3 Extended Diplomas Your pathway choice (Equivalent of 3 A Levels) Information, Advice and Guidance Workshops and presentations from industry, UCAS and University advice, PSHE, Citizenship, Work skills 2 Option Blocks for Additional Studies

11 Curriculum Choices A Level Options Entry requirements = Grade B in the subject or a similar subject 5 hours per week 2 year course Terminally assessed GCSE Re-takes Following DfE guidelines, it is compulsory for students who do not achieve a grade C in either GCSE English or GCSE Maths to continue studying either or both of these qualifications 3 hours a week 2 year course

12 Additional Studies Block A A Level Biology A Level Computer Science A Level English Literature A Level History A Level Geography A Level Maths A Level Media Studies GCSE English (re-take) GCSE Maths (re-take) Block B A level Art & Design A Level English Literature A Level Maths A Level Media Studies A Level Physics GCSE English (re-take) GCSE Maths (re-take)

13 Please return the Year 12 Additional Studies Options Form by Friday 3 rd July 2015.

14 Pastoral Care Derek Pitt Assistant Principal (Pastoral Care) 6 Heads of House Your Form Tutor (the main link)

15 Outdoor Wear Lockers No ripped trousers or shorts Uniform & Kit

16 Ordering Uniform Please visit to download instructions and order forms for uniform

17 Behaviour Calm Disciplined Organised Safe Respectful Attendance and Behaviour Attendance is an essential factor of success 95% - 100% Acceptable Below 95% immediate intervention Poor behaviour will be logged daily, reviewed daily by SLT PARENT STUDENT ACADEMY CONTRACT

18 Information on how to access the Bursary will be in the pack

19 Independent Learning A way of consolidating knowledge, understanding and skills acquired in a lesson, as well as providing the opportunity for investigation or research in preparation for new topics. To extend and reinforce learning Homework Not always written. The following are legitimate forms of homework which encourage responsible, self-reliant, independent learners: Investigations, extension work, reading, practice, composition/choreography, research, revision, projects, drafting, redrafting, reviewing, evaluating, planning or preparation

20 Assessment and Reporting Every 6 weeks First Parents Evening = 12 th November 2015 Another Parents Evening in the Summer term Written Report

21 New Technologies WE WANT STUDENTS TO USE THEM BUT USE THEM RESPONSIBLY Training for Students and Parents

22 Voice of BOA (Student Board) At least one from each pathway (Performing Arts, Digital Arts, Creative Arts) plus three others For students to be truly involved in the organisational structure and journey of development. Co-Constructors Leaders, Governors, Researchers, Observers, Trainers and Mentors. Topics for discussion: Courses, Operational Management, Teaching and Learning, Academy Image, Website, VLE, Social Media, Catering, Student Concerns etc.

23 Induction Week beginning 17th August You will receive an information booklet A time to come and meet your learning tutor Week beginning 31 st August Either Thursday 3 rd or Friday 4 th you will have a time to come in for an interview to: Check GCSE results Finalise your Additional Subjects Planner Uniform Photo Free School Meals Bursary Tutor Group Need evidence of age Thursday 3 rd /Friday 4 th September Year 10 only Monday 7 th September Year 13 and Year 11 only Wednesday 9 th September Year 12 start. Assembly in the morning, Pathway, Tutor Group. Thursday 10 th September Timetable starts

24 Opportunities Treasure Island Music Lessons

25 Questions and Answers