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WELCOME TO THE IKB ACADEMY

IKB delivers this vision through:

• The highest quality teaching of both academic and vocational courses;

• A focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths taught in brand new specialist facilities;

• A supportive and caring environment that meets your needs and values your individuality;

• A creative approach to learning with innovative teaching methods;

• The opportunity to work closely with key local employers through work experience, shadowing and coaching, and

• A programme of personal coaching in addition to tutoring.

I am delighted to introduce The IKB Academy which offers an exciting and innovative approach to education that will equip you with the highest quality qualifications, skills and experiences you need to succeed and thrive in the ever changing world of university, apprenticeshipsand ultimately work.

IKB offers me everything I need to achieve my ambitions Imogen, Year 12

We are an inclusive state academy catering for the individual needs of all of our students with an intentionally small intake, where professional relationships can really make a difference to nurture as well as challenge. We value the contribution made by all of our students and seek to create an atmosphere of trust and positivity where we can all enjoy and achieve great things together.

IKB is an exciting option for 14-19 students, but it is not an easy option and on entering IKB we will raise your aspirations, so, on leaving, you will realise these aspirations competing against the best for university places, apprenticeships, work or training in your chosen field.

We welcome applications from all students with an interest and passion for these subjects and offer many different pathways. For example, many of our Post-16 students study four A levels (e.g. maths, further maths,

physics and chemistry) and others study at Level 3 via a vocational route (e.g. core maths, double BTEC Construction and BTEC Science).

We can arrange meetings to discuss your options with you. Please use the application form on the website or the contact details found here to arrange a visit. I look forward to welcoming you to IKB.

Mrs D Gibbs Principal, IKB Academy

WHAT DOES IKB OFFER?

IKB is a ‘Studio School’Studio schools recognise that students need more than a “one size fits all” traditional education to compete and succeed in today’s world. So they combine expert staff, outstanding facilities, industry connections and student support to drive innovation in education.

In doing so we offer students more and in turn students from IKB offer the national and global economy more. On graduating from IKB students have gained the high quality qualifications, skills and experiences that mean they are highly sought after for the most competitive places at university, apprenticeships and jobs in sectors that currently show local and national skills shortages.

IKBThe IKB Academy specialises in STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. This specialism is driven by both local and national demand for qualified, skilled and experienced young people in these areas and our curriculum encourages students to immerse themselves in STEM areas. As part of the Wellsway Multi Academy Trust and having our campus located on the Wellsway site means we can also offer students a wide range of GCSEs, A levels and BTEC qualifications alongside the STEM subjects offered at IKB.

WHAT ARE THE KEY DIFFERENCES BETWEEN IKB ACADEMY AND A TRADITIONAL SCHOOL OR COLLEGE?:To unlock potential students are supported by coaches as well as tutors to inspire, support and develop their enquiring minds, enabling students to take risks, meet challenges and achieve their potential in national qualifications.

To encourage innovation in education our classes are smaller. Small numbers in our school also allows our delivery to be personal, individual and supportive.

To immerse our students in STEM our teachers are experienced specialist teachers of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths and our brand new building is a state of the art STEM learning environment.

To develop the skills and experience they will need to compete for higher education and apprenticeships, all our students take part in long-term high quality placements relevant to their area of study.

To foster teamwork and have fun we organise a varied enrichment programme that develops other interests and allows students and staff to work and enjoy activities together outside the classroom.

To develop the attributes they will need for the next stage of their education, we work through a framework of study and employability skills which is monitored and assessed through the coaching programme.

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WHY IKB?

Example of a high level STEM career: mechanical engineer • Mechanical engineers undertake research, design, manufacture and

management / maintenance of mechanical systems, including engines, machinery and vehicles

• They develop solutions to practical problems to an agreed cost

• Median pay for this job is £40K (UK median £22K)

• One of the worst affected jobs in terms of skills shortage

– UK commission for employment and skills

– At IKB study GCSEs and then progress to A level Maths, A level Physics and double BTEC engineering, or core maths, double engineering and BTEC science to enter this profession.

Children with high mathematics scores at age 10 earn 7.3% more at age 30 than others (at IKB maths continues as a core subject at Post-16)

At present not enough young people leave school or college with the numeracy and maths skills they need for work and life – CBI Report (IKB offers three maths routes: A level, AS and core maths)

20% of people in the UK workforce need scientific knowledge and training to do their current jobs – Royal Society (at IKB you will gain this knowledge and training)

Mathematics can earn you more

Get ahead of the rest with greater skills

Scientific knowledge is our speciality

The staff are truly committed to delivering the best education possible and are always on hand to help. Curtis, Year 12

There are an increasing number of STEM apprenticeships• Apprenticeships in STEM-related Sector Subject Areas (all ages) increased by

42% between 2009/10 and 2013/14 • For 16-18 year olds, apprenticeships in STEM-related Sector Subject Areas

increased by 6.7% between 2009/10 and 2013/14 but for adult apprentices aged 19+, apprenticeships increased by 82.6%

Work in a STEM industry and you will earn 19% more than similar workers in other occupations (Office for national statistics)

Still only 14.4% of the STEM workforce are women – the nation needs more women working in STEM careers

Those with STEM A levels earn 8.5% more than similarly qualified workers without STEM A levels (Institute for fiscal studies)

The number of women starting engineering and manufacturing technologies apprenticeships has increased threefold from 1,600 in the 2009/10 academic year to 4,800 in the 2013/14 academic year

Earn more in the STEM industry

More women needed in STEM careers

Earn more with a STEM qualification

Increased number of women in engineering

IKB enables me to become part of a smaller community which will help in more targeted learning.Adam, Year 12

I was attracted by the level of passion shown by the teachers.Hugo, Year 12

IKB is important to me to allow me to go to my dream university.Bridie, Year 10

Keep all your doors open and study STEM subjects.

YOUR JOURNEY TO SUCCESS THROUGH IKB

YOUR JOURNEY TO SUCCESS THROUGH IKB

Architecture & the Built Environment

Key Subjects: Maths, Science &

Technology

Core/A level Maths and a mix of BTEC

& A levels

University, Higher Apprenticeship or

Employment

Opening up your career as an architect, civil

engineer, surveyor and more.

Key Subjects: Maths, Science &

Technology

Core/A level Maths and a mix of BTEC

& A levels

University, Higher Apprenticeship or

Employment

Opening up your career as a CAD

engineer, IT developer, robotics engineer and more.

Key Subjects: Maths, Science &

Technology

Core/A level Maths and a mix of BTEC

& A levels

University, Higher Apprenticeship or

Employment

Opening up your career as an interactive

designer, network designer, systems

engineer and more.

Key Subjects: Science, Maths,

English

Core/A level Maths & A levels

University or Medical School

Opening up careers as a chemical/

biological engineer, dentist, doctor, physiotherapist,

research scientist, vet and more.

Design Engineering

DigitalEngineering

Science& Medicine

CAREER PATHWAY EXAMPLES

Mathematics, English and Science are the foundation for all STEM subjects and therefore all IKB students study the following core subjects.

Students choose between:• GCSE English Language• GCSE English Literature• GCSE Mathematics• GCSE Biology, Chemistry and

Physics (Triple Science)

All students will attend one day per fortnight work placement and this will be organised and prepared for during term 1 and 2. Currently work placements take place every other Friday (term time only).

All students have access to the lunchtime and after school sports clubs that run on the Wellsway site and in addition we provide a full STEM enrichment programme.

Students choose three option subjects. At IKB we run:

• GCSE Computing

• GCSE Product Design (with the optional focus on Electronics)

• GCSE ICT

• BTEC Level 2 Engineering

• BTEC Level 2 Construction

As one of their choices, students can choose a Wellsway taught subject where they fit in the block system; these include:

• GCSE History

• GCSE Geography

• GCSE French

• GCSE German

• GCSE Art

• GCSE PE

And many others (availability can be discussed on request).

When students have made their subject choices we will organise the teaching blocks to maximise the availability of student choices.

Subject details can be found on the IKB website.

YEAR 10 AND 11

YEAR 12 AND 13

Mathematics is the foundation for all STEM subjects and therefore all IKB students study a two year Mathematics qualification.

Students choose between:• A Level Mathematics;• AS mathematics, and • Core Maths (a new qualification

between GCSE grade C and AS Maths)

All students will attend a one day per week work placement and this will be organised and prepared for during term 1. Currently work placements take place on Monday each week.

Students choose three option subjects. At IKB we run:

• A Level Physics

• A Level Chemistry

• A Level Biology

• A Level Further Maths

• A Level Product Design

• A Level Computing

• A Level ICT

• BTEC L3 Engineering

• BTEC L3 Science

• BTEC L3 Engineering (as a double qualification)

• BTEC L3 Construction (as a double qualification)

As one of their choices, students can choose a Wellsway taught subject where they fit in the block system, these include:

• A Level Art

• A Level Business Studies

• Applied A Level Business Studies

• A Level Psychology

• A Level History

• A Level Geography

And many others (availability can be discussed on request)

When students have made their subject choices we will organise the teaching blocks to maximise the availability of student choices.

It is expected that all courses will run for two years with students completing the full BTEC or A level course.

Entry requirements and subject details can be found on the IKB website.

An impressive array of employers are working in partnership with IKB Academy contributing their own unique skills and knowledge to the life of our students.

Employers are at the centre of all we do, resonating through the ethos and atmosphere of the school which fosters a culture of aspiration and opportunity.

Our Employer Engagement team develop links with key local

and national businesses within the Science, Technology and Engineering sectors. These links influence enrichment opportunities, employability and study skills. These provide a strong basis for future study at university or higher apprenticeships.

In addition, our Employer Engagement team work with students to develop CV writing, UCAS applications, job applications and vital communication skills for the workplace.

EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT

Having the engagement from the IKB students... is a really powerful opportunity that should not be missed. Clive Johnson,Defence Equipment & Support(MOD)

• AHR Architects

• Arup

• Atkins

• Avon Valley Railway

• Bath and North East Somerset Council

• Bath University

• BBA Architects

• BMT Defence Services

• Bristol Panel Formers

• Bristol Rugby Community Foundation

• Buro Happold

• Campbell Reith

• CH2M

• Complete Telecom Solutions

• Dorothea Restoration

• Dribuild

• DS Machining

• Enlightened Lighting

• Intertek

• Jaguar

• Keymac

• Kier Construction

• Land Rover

• Lionbridge

• McBraida

• Mercedes-Benz

• Ministry of Defence

• Motaparts Downend

• Network Rail

• Robbin Engineering

• Sir Robert McAlpine

• Sitec

• Sustrans

• Trust Ford

• Underfall Boat Yard

• Waitrose

EMPLOYER PARTNERS

We are proud to be working in partnership with the following organisations:

If you have a strong link within industry and have the capacity to offer a work placement to one of our students, please contact: cbarclay@ikbacademy.org.uk

Its Post-16 courses are delivered at the following centres: • Wellsway School, a high performing secondary school and sixth form with a long history of success.

• Sir Bernard Lovell Academy has over the past ten years has been at the forefront of national 14-19 developments.

• The IKB Academy is a 14–19 school specialising in courses related to Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) with employer links providing real life contexts for learning.

• The Bath Studio School, a 14–19 school specialising in courses related to the Creative and Media Industries with employer links providing real life contexts for learning.

The formation of the Trust’s Post-16 partnership brings with it many advantages, amongst them the potential for shared provision. By working together now and in the future the Post-16 providers of Wellsway, IKB, SBL and the Bath Studio School will be able to provide both broad-based and specialist pathways for students in which they can access high quality teaching across state of the art facilities.

Wellsway Multi Academy Trust (WMAT) is a recently formed partnership of schools in the Bristol – Keynsham – Bath area that are working together to provide a high quality educational experience for all students in their care.

Each student will still be based in the school of their choice but will be able to access the wider opportunities, both academic and extra-curricular, offered at our other learning centres depending on their interests and needs. This innovative structure will enable us to provide an exciting and more comprehensive Post-16 offer that will better serve all the students in our communities regardless of whether they want to progress to university, to a higher apprenticeship or into employment. Launched in 2015, this unique collaboration will ultimately provide greater opportunities, within a caring sixth form setting, for all students in the increasingly challenging and diverse educational landscape.

We are pleased to be able to endorse this exciting new development and are committed to working in partnership to ensure that our provision meet the needs of all students.

Andrea Arlidge, CEO, Wellsway Multi Academy Trust

Colin Cattanach, Principal, The Bath Studio SchoolDebbie Gibbs, Principal, IKB AcademyMatthew Woodville, Principal, Wellsway SchoolRupert Maule, Principal, Sir Bernard Lovell Academy

Andrea Arlidge, CEO, Wellsway Multi Academy Trust

BEING A WMAT SIXTH FORM STUDENTStudying with the Wellsway Multi Academy Trust means you can choose the coursesthat are right for you.

By teaming up together Wellsway, SBL, IKB and the Bath Studio School offer you access to over 50 sixth Form courses. If the centre at which you want to study doesn’t run a particular course of your interest, it might be available at one of our other centres; so rather than walk from one classroom to another, you simply hop on the free WMAT transport that takes you direct from one school to another and back again.

The WMAT Sixth Forms work closely together. We have aligned our timetables, working days, reporting systems and teaching to give you a consistent experience. Whether you study a subject at another centre or not, you will meet and mingle with students from other WMAT schools. It may be that they join you for lessons at your own school or it may be that you get involved in the increasing number of WMAT enrichment opportunities, extra-curricular activities and social events.

Being a WMAT student gives you the best access to Sixth Form education in a school setting.

Other members of the Wellsway Multi Academy Trust include:

The Bath Studio School is a 14-19 school specialising in courses related to the Creative and Media Industries with employer links providing real life contexts for learning.

Wellsway School, a high performing secondary school and sixth form with a long history of success.

Sir Bernard Lovell Academy is a large and popular comprehensive academy for 11-19 year old students, committed to excellence in academic achievement and personal development.

www.wellswaymat.com

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