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CURRIE COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
Senior Phase Information Evening
December 2018
Welcome
■ Doreen MacKinnon, Head Teacher
■ Percy Farren, Senior Depute Head Teacher
(S4, S5 and S6 Year Head)
■ Lesley Muir, Depute Head Teacher (S4, S5
and S6 Year Head)
Aims of the Evening
■ To understand the progression routes in the Senior Phase, the
course choice process and the support available
■ To learn more abut the subjects and courses on offer in the Senior
Phase
Running Order
■ Head Teacher’s Welcome
■ Presentation from Professor Sean Smith, Professor of Construction Innovation & Director of ISC at Edinburgh Napier University
■ Presentation from Ms Muir on the course choice process
■ Faculty Presentations from:
– Michael McGregor (Health and Wellbeing Faculty)
– Claire Mulvey (Expressive Arts Faculty)
– Irene Somerville (Science Faculty)
■ Break to explore the Information Stalls
■ Presentation from Ruth Addo, Careers Advisor, Skills Development Scotland
■ Presentation from Mr Farren on the support available during the process
Professor Sean Smith
Our Commitment
■ Provide the highest quality educational experience
for our students
■ Support and challenge all our students to achieve
their full potential
■ Offer a wide range of curricular options – from
National Progression Awards to Advanced Highers
■ Work in partnership to provide innovative and
meaningful courses and programmes
The Senior Phase S4 – S6
■ The Senior Phase offers our students the opportunity to
extend and deepen their learning as they begin to build their
portfolio of qualifications.
■ These qualifications will be a combination of academic and
vocational qualifications as well as a range of awards which
recognise wider achievements. These may include the SQA
Employability Award; SQA Leadership Award; Saltire Award for
volunteering; and/or the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
■ The Senior Phase is also filled with opportunities for young
people to extend their learning through experiences like the
MVP programme and Cool, Calm and Connected.
Reasons for returning
■ Higher Education
■ Further Education
■ Christmas Leavers – applies to S4 and S5 only -
(d.o.b. 1 October – 28 February)
■ Not ready to leave school
■ Parental advice
Progression Routes
■ Students who are expecting a pass at National 3
should progress to National 4 or those expecting
a pass at National 4 could progress to a range of
related courses at National 4 or 5.
■ National 5 should lead to Higher
■ Higher can lead to Advanced Higher
■ Students moving into S5 are strongly encouraged
to carry on with their 5 strongest subjects.
Progression Routes
■ Study at Higher is challenging and we will be encouraging students – where possible – to continue their studies in the subjects they have performed well in at National 5.
■ Standard academic entry requirements for University courses are commonly based on Higher awards (most requiring 4 to 5 Highers in one sitting in S5), therefore it is important that aspiring University applicants leave CCHS with a portfolio of qualifications that include as many Higher passes as possible.
■ Therefore, where appropriate, will be encouraging young people to take five Highers in S5 and then pick up any additional Nat 5s they may need in S6. A break and coming back to a subject can really focus a student in their approach to their studies.
Pathways in the Senior Phase
■ All S4 and S5 students will have a
choice of 2 pathways to take them
through the remainder of their school
career. Students may move from one
Pathway to another at transition
points (S4-S5; S5-S6).
Pathway 1
■ The majority of pupils in S4 and S5 completed or are completing pathway 1 in S4. This is the traditional route for S4 pupils. Pathway 2 is the most common route for S5/6.
■ Students may choose to follow between 6 and 8 National Qualifications at Nat 3, 4 or 5 and will be timetabled 3 periods a week for each NQ.
■ Those choosing to follow 6 or 7 NQs will choose JET, Prince’s Trust Achieve Programme or Private Study and will be timetabled for each 3 periods a week.
■ Please note: to ensure success in National 5 courses in this model, students should continue with a subject which they have studied up to CfE Level 4.
■ All students must study English and Maths in this pathway.
Pathway 2
■ The vast majority of S5 and S6 students follow Pathway 2.
■ Students may choose to follow National Qualifications at
Nat 4, Nat 5, Higher or Advanced Higher and will be
timetabled 5 periods a week for each NQ. The following
conditions apply in this pathway:
– S4 students following this Pathway must study English
and Maths.
– S5 Students must choose 5 courses.
– S6 Students should choose 4 Highers or 3 Advanced
Highers. Anyone studying less than this will be
required to take 5 courses.
Which level?
■ The key message here is that students should ensure that they maximise their attainment
■ Students should continue with their strongest subjects to achieve this.
■ 6 National 5s and 2 National 4s should generally lead to 5 Highers, NOT National 5sOur evidence is that performance in S6 is better than in S5 for National 5s
■ Take advice and make an informed choice using:
• Entry requirements
• Reports
• Pupil Support Leaders
• Subject teachers
Choosing Courses
■ For Pathway 2, we have constructed a course choice sheet
which will allow students to maximise their portfolio of
qualifications.
■ It will allow those who already know what they are keen to do
to follow a timetable which is based around their passions
and skills. For example, the Arts or Languages or Science or
Technologies or Business.
■ It will also allow those who are confident across the board
and want to keep their options open take a spread of courses.
■ Students will be supported through this by their Pupil Support
Leaders.
■ The aim is to get our young people where they want to be with
the best possible results they can!
Health & Wellbeing PROGRESSION PATHWAYS
Health & Wellbeing S1 – S3 BGE
LEVEL 2
Health & FoodTechnology
Physical Education
LEVEL 3
Health & FoodTechnology
Physical Education
LEVEL 4
Health & FoodTechnology
Physical Education
HFT
Develop knowledge and understanding of: - relationships between health, food and nutrition.- functional properties of food.
- Develop organisational and technological skills to make food products- Develop and apply safe and hygienic practices in practical food preparation.
Hospitality: Practical Cookery- Heavily practically orientated
and aims to provide the skills and techniques required for food production.
- Development of research techniques in order to develop knowledge and understanding of each unit of study.
- Cookery skills, techniques and processes.
- Understanding and using ingredients.
- Cake baking and Cake finishing.
LEVEL 2
Health & Food
Technology
LEVEL 4
Health & Food
Technology
SCQF L4 (N4)HFT
Hospitality
SCQF L3 (N3)HFT
Hospitality
SCQF L4 (N4)HFT
Hospitality
SCQF L5 (N5)HFT
Hospitality
LEVEL 3
Health & Food
Technology
SCQF L5 (N5)HFT
Hospitality
SCQF L6 (H)HFT
Hospitality (L6 EC)
By the end of S3
S4 Option S5 Option S6 Option
SCQF L6 (H)
HFT
SCQF L5 (N5)HFT
Hospitality
SCQF L7 (AH)
HFTHospitality
(L6 EC)
Positive Destination
CollegeM.A.
EmploymentVolunteering
Entrepreneurship
UniversityCollege
M.A.EmploymentVolunteering
Entrepreneurship
UniversityCollege
M.A.EmploymentVolunteering
Entrepreneurship
Health and Food Technology & Hospitality: Practical Cookery
Physical Education
LEVEL 2
Physical Education
LEVEL 4
Physical Education
SCQF L4 (N4)
Physical Education
SCQF L3 (N3)
Physical Education
SCQF L4 (N4)
Physical Education
SCQF L5 (N5)
Physical Education
LEVEL 3
Physical Education
SCQF L5 (N5)
Physical Education
SCQF L6 (H)
Physical Education
NPA L6
By the end of S3
S4 Option S5 Option S6 Option
SCQF L6 (H)
Physical Education
NPA L6
SCQF L5 (N5)
Physical Education
SCQF L7 (AH)
Physical Education
Positive Destination
CollegeM.A.
EmploymentVolunteering
Entrepreneurship
UniversityCollege
M.A.EmploymentVolunteering
Entrepreneurship
UniversityCollege
M.A.EmploymentVolunteering
Entrepreneurship
University Courses in Scotland
Edinburgh University
• BA (Hons) International Hospitality and Tourism Management
• MA (Hons) Physical Education
• PDGE Physical Education
Napier University
• BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management
• BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science
• BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching
Heriot Watt University
• Research in Food & Nutrition
• Sport and Exercise Science
Glasgow Caledonian University
• BSc (Hons) Food Bioscience
• DPsych Sport and Exercise Psychology
Queen Margaret University
• BA (Hons) International Hospitality and Tourism Management
Health and Wellbeing FacultyRob Greenaway: Curriculum Leader of H&WB and PE Teacher
Lesley Helm: HFT/Hospitality Teacher
John Murray: HFT/Hospitality Teacher
Amanda Stuart: HFT/Hospitality Teacher
Blair Macdonald: PE Teacher (Probationer)
Michael McGregor: PE Teacher
David Wallace: PE Teacher
Lindsay Campbell: Active Schools
EXPRESSIVE ARTSPROGRESSION PATHWAYS
Expressive Arts S1 – S3
LEVEL 2
ART & DESIGNDRAMAMUSIC
LEVEL 3
ART & DESIGNDRAMAMUSIC
LEVEL 4
ART & DESIGNDRAMAMUSIC
Expressive Arts in the Senior Phase
LEVEL 2
ART & DESIGNDRAMAMUSIC
LEVEL 4
ART & DESIGNDRAMAMUSIC
SCQF L4 (N4)ART & DESIGN
DRAMAMUSIC
SCQF L3 (N3)ART &
DESIGNDRAMAMUSIC
SCQF L5 (units)
CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
SCQF L5 (N5)
CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
LEVEL 3
ART & DESIGNDRAMAMUSIC
SCQF L5 (N5)ART &
DESIGNDANCEDRAMAMUSIC
SCQF L6 (HIGHER)
ART & DESIGNDANCEDRAMAMUSIC
MUSIC TECH
By the end of S3
S4 Option S5 Option S6 Option
SCQF L6 (HIGHER)
ART & DESIGNDANCEDRAMAMUSIC
MUSIC TECH
SCQF L5 (N5)
CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
SCQF L7 (ADV HIGHER)
ART & DESIGNDRAMAMUSIC
Positive Destination
CollegeM.A.
EmploymentVolunteering
Entrepreneurship
UniversityCollege
M.A.EmploymentVolunteering
Entrepreneurship
UniversityCollege
M.A.EmploymentVolunteering
Entrepreneurship
College
Edinburgh College
Creative Industries NC
Art & Design Creative Media NC
Music NC level 5
Theatre Design NC
Dance NC level 6
Volunteering
National Trust Scotland
North Edinburgh Arts Centre
Grassroots media int.
Libertus
The BIG Project
The Edinburgh Remakery
Modern Apprenticeships
Diploma in Community Arts Management SCQF 6
Diploma in Cultural Venue Operations SCQF 6
Diploma in Live Events and Promotion SCQF 6
Diploma in Music Business SCQF 6
Diploma in Theatre Operations: Costume and Wardrobe SCQF 6
Diploma in Technical Theatre Operations SCQF 6
Entrepreneurship
VloggingCommunity Arts workRe-making/Upcycling
PerformingRecording/Publishing
Edinburgh University
• Arts, Crafts & Design
• Fashion & Textile
• Illustration & Media
• Photography
• Arts Administration
Napier University
• Acting
• Design
• English & Creative Writing
• Film, Journalism & media
• Music
Heriot Watt University
• Games Programming
• Design for Textiles
• Fashion, Communication, marketing, retailing & technology
• Interior design
Glasgow Caledonian University
• Audio Technology
• Communication
• 3D Design
• Gaming
Queen Margaret University
• Theatre, Film & Media
• Acting for stage & screen
• Costume Design & Construction
• Musical Theatre
• PR & Events
University Courses in Scotland
Print and Publishing, Marketing and Advertising Careerswww.myworldofwork.co.uk
EXPRESSIVE ARTS FACULTY@curriechs_exart
Mrs C Mulvey Curriculum Leader: Expressive Arts (Drama & Dance teacher)
Mrs H Deans P/T Teacher: Art & Design
Ms P Richardson P/T Teacher: Art & Design
Mrs K Steel P/T Teacher: Art & Design
Miss S McGavin Probationer Teacher: Drama
Mrs D Martin P/T Teacher: Music
Mrs J Onions P/T Teacher: Music & Music Technology
SCIENCEPROGRESSION PATHWAYS
CurrieScience Progression Pathways
Skills for Work: Laboratory Science SCQF Level 5
The course is made up of four units:
• Working in a Laboratory• Careers using Laboratory Science• Practical Skills• Practical Investigation
The course develops the student’s confidence and competence at handling laboratory apparatus, chemicals, preparing solutions and working safely.
Skills for Work: Laboratory Science SCQF Level 5
Why study this course ?
• This course is primarily aimed at students who have studied Biology or Chemistry or Physics at National 4; though it is also suitable for those who have previously studied a science at National 5.
• All assessed internally with no final exam.
• Provides progression to suitable training or employment in science laboratories or study at further/higher education levels. (e.g NC in Applied Science)
• Develop key employability skills for lots of local Edinburgh employerse.g oil & gas, NHS, food & drink, police, research institutes, local authorities, education
Technologies
New Courses for Next Year:• Engineering Science
• Cyber Security
• Data Science
Information Stalls
■ English – Mrs Julie Morrison
■ Maths – Mrs Kirsti Dower
■ Social Subjects (History, Geography, Modern Studies, RMPS
and Sociology) – Mr David Toal
■ Expressive Arts (Art & Design, Drama, Music and Creative
Industries) – Mrs Claire Mulvey
Information Stalls
■ Health & Wellbeing (PE, HFT and Hospitality) – Mr Michael
McGregor
■ Modern Languages (French and German) – Mrs Catherine
Mackenzie
■ Science – (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) – Ms Irene Somerville
■ Technologies (Business Management, Computing, Design and
Manufacture, Graphics and Economics) – Mr John Schmidt
■ Skills Development Scotland – Ms Ruth Addo
■ University Entrance Information – Mr Rob Greenaway
Help your child plan their future -
Information for parents & carers
Senior Phase Information Evening
Ruth Addo
Careers Adviser
Skills Development Scotland (SDS)
• SDS is the national skills body supporting people and businesses to
develop and apply their skills
• We work in partnership to enable people to reach their potential
• We support people to develop effective career management skills
• Developing effective career management skills will enable people to
make informed career choices throughout their life.
Career Management Skills
What are your options when you leave school?
■ Higher Education – College/University
■ Further Education - College
■ Modern Apprenticeship
■ Employment
■ Training
■ Gap Year/Voluntary Work
School Careers Coach
■ Careers Interviews
■ Drop In Service
■ College or University Application forms
■ Job Application forms
■ Modern Apprenticeships
■ Interview Tips
■ CVs
■ Research Careers Information
Skills Development Scotland
Follow us!
• Twitter: @mywowscotland
• Facebook: My World of Work
• YouTube: My World of Work
The Integrated Support Team Support for All
• Support for Pupils
• Support for Learning
• Partner Agencies
Pupil Support Leaders
Hermiston:
Duncan McBride
Kinleith:
Donna Jordan
Lennox:
Louise Patterson • Support for Learning Leader:
Amanda Wilson
Inclusive ethos – continues from BGE
Universal Support
■ Classroom teachers
■ Group Tutors
■ PSLs
■ Year Heads
Targeted Support
■ Support for Learning
■ Educational Psychologist
■ Additional Support for Learning Team
■ Other partners…
Other partners in the Senior Phase :
■ Range of support Partners
■ Skills Development Scotland
Ruth Addo
Work Coach
My World of Work
Course Choice - Support Team Role
■ Handbooks will be available online
■ Read course content, assessments
etc.
■ Discussion in PSE lessons
■ Individual interviews with pupils and
PSLs
■ Time to discuss at home
■ Submission of form
Personal and Social Education
■ PSE PROGRAMME
■ Careers related topics:
- Investigating different jobs
- Employability skills
- ‘My world of work’
- CVs and applications
- Interview techniques
- Visiting speakers (SDS, UCAS etc)
What’s important when making decisions
■ Interests, strengths and skills.
■ Consider what you enjoy and what you need.
■ Broad and balanced course choice.
■ Experience and progression.
■ Advice and recommendations from teachers, PSLs and careers advisor.
■ Career aspirations.
■ Choose your strongest subjects.
Vocational opportunities in the senior phase
■ Edinburgh College (S5/6)
- 2 afternoons per week
- E.g. Retail, Photography,
Psychology, Early Education &
Child Care
■ JET Academy
- Work experience 1 day per
week
- SQA Employability Award
Careers Convention @ Balerno High School
Balerno High School
Monday 28th January
6-8pm
■ Universities
■ Colleges
■ Training organisations
■ Edinburgh Guarantee
■ Skills Development Scotland
Positive Destinations
■ Higher Education
■ Further Education
■ Modern Apprenticeships
■ Other training
■ Employment
Key Dates for your Diary
■ 14 December - S5/6 Full Reports issued
■ 18 January – S4 Full Reports issued
■ 28 January – Careers Convention at Balerno
■ 5 February - S5/6 Parents’ Consultation Evening
■ 20 February – S4 Parents’ Consultation Evening
