King’s College Murcia Sixth Form Presentation KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA.

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1 King’s College Murcia Sixth Form Presentation KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

2 King’s Education - Overview KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

3 ‘A’ levels  “A levels are the Gold standard qualification” – Mark Vella, Director of Studies, Auckland international School  Free choice of subjects – develop excellence in subject specific courses, leading to easier integration at Univeristy level  Analysis, expression, argument, critical thinking; skills based learning, as opposed to knowledge or content based learning  University grading system (points) – lead to University access across the world. KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

4 The Options Process December – Students have Mock Examinations January – Students give first ideas of what they would like to study. Presentations, Parents’ evenings and course material distributed. February – University Fayre and Careers lessons Spring term – Students have interviews about their choices and discuss options with teachers and tutors April – Options event to help with decisions August/September – Students can opt for different subjects following results WE ARE HERE TO OFFER SUPPORT EVERY STEP OF THE WAY KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

5 What we offer  Range of subjects taught in small classes giving individual support  Careers support, guest speakers, work experience, Mentoring (career and academic)  Student monitoring and individual support  University application guidance  Experience of British education and the application process to the top Universities around the world KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

6 We offer a range of subjects which suit a variety of different pathways to study at University KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

7 Subjects offered at A level KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA Mathematics Physical Education Music Art and Design I.C.T. French Spanish German English Literature History Geography Business Studies Biology Physics Chemistry

8 How many can I study?  The vast majority of students in the UK will study 4 AS levels (year 12) and continue with 3 of those subjects to A2 level (year 13).  For students who have a track record of academic excellence, we are able to offer the option of studying an additional A level.  Ideally, you should be challenged by the amount of subjects you study, but not overwhelmed.  Where you are planning to study could also influence the number of subjects you take. KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

9 What should I study?  Our pupils receive a lot of guidance about what the best options are for them.  It is a combination of what they are best at, what they enjoy and what they need to get into specific courses or careers.  Getting it right is important. It will determine future options, hence working together as a school, parents and pupils is essential. KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

10 Typical Year 12 student timetable KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

11 Environment  Support from subject experts – doors are always open!  Study rooms  Small class sizes and form groups  Excellent common room  Computer suites in 6th Form area and the library KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

12 Environment Common room KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

13 Environment ICT facilities KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

14 Environment Dedicated Exam and supervised study rooms KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

15 “We get the opportunity to set an example to the rest of the school” Alexandra, Ex Student “Sixth Form is like a big happy family. Everyone looks out for each other” Caitlin, Ex Student “Being in the Sixth Form gives you the chance to show independence and maturity, and show the younger students it is worth the hard work!” Elisa, Ex Student “The Sixth Form is life…” Zack, Head Boy Ethos, responsibilities and opportunities KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

16 Responsibilities  Prefects  Mentoring  Head Girl/Boy and deputies  Lunch duties  Setting an example to the rest of the school  Organising events (Halloween/Christmas/Valentine’s Disco) Ethos, responsibilities and opportunities KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

17 Ethos, responsibilities and opportunities Opportunities  Sixth Form bonding trip  Extra-curricular activities – Leadership, PE, Careers, Debating …  Work experience  Fundraising  University open days  Duke of Edinburgh Award  King’s Group Scholars  Cambridge English Certificates  Extended Project KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

18 Entry requirements  Entry to the Sixth Form is a priviledge, and as such there are certain academic requirements which must be met. There must also be a commitment to a certain style of conduct.  To enter the Sixth Form, you need to have achieved 5 GCSE grades, at grade C including English and Maths.  To study a subject at A level, you should have at least achieved a B at GCSE in the chosen subject.  You will also be required to sit an interview with the Head of Sixth Form, in which your school report, predicted grades and attitude to school life will be a focus.  We can explore different options such as studying over three years or looking at other awards if you are struggling to make the entry requirements. This can be discussed on an individual basis. KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

19 Next steps …  The school will help you with whatever you need in order to take the next steps to higher education.  Whether it is the UK, USA, Spain or anywhere else in the world, we have a team of people dedicated to ensuring that your child will receive the guidance they need in order to make the right choices and take the right steps. KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

20 Señora María Balsalobre Directora Técnica KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

21 ACCESO A LAS UNIVERSIDADES ESPAÑOLAS A TRAVÉS DE A- LEVELS Se puede acceder a cualquier universidad española, pública o privada, a través de los exámenes de A-level y mediante una correspondencia de calificaciones. La LOE de mayo de 2006, y su subsiguiente reforma LOMCE del 9 de diciembre de 2013, dictan que los alumnos procedentes de sistemas educativos de Estados miembros de la Unión Europea o de los otros Estados con los que se hayan suscrito acuerdos internacionales, en régimen de reciprocidad, podrán acceder a la Universidad española en las mismas condiciones que quienes hayan obtenido el título de Bachiller recogido en la legislación española(…) KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

22 UNED Los estudiantes de A - Level están legalmente exentos de realizar cualquier otra prueba de final de bachillerato. Con la nueva LOMCE es probable que las universidades redacten su propio examen de acceso. La UNED es el intermediario entre las instituciones españolas y los tribunales de los exámenes ingleses. KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

23 LOMCE La reforma de la ley educativa en Bachillerato entrará en vigor a partir del curso 2016-17. Este cambio afectará a aquellos alumnos que ahora se encuentran en Year 10 y los cursos sucesivos. Sus exámenes de A-level seguirán contando para nota. KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

24 REQUISITOS Notas de Year 12 y las predicciones de las notas de Year 13. Correspondencia de puntos UCAS. Acceso provisional que se formaliza en agosto cuando llegan las notas de IGCSE. KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

25 CALIFICACIONES KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

26 Correspondencias KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

27 Ejemplos Un alumno cursa y obtiene: 4 A levels: A, A, B, B = 120+120+100+100 1 AS: B = 50 TOTAL: 490 puntos UCAS = 8’5 nota española KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

28 Notas de corte 2014 KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

29 Robert Snowden Head of Sixth Form & Director of Studies KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA

30 Past Pupil Success KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA StudentYearUniversityCourseCountry Celia Fernandez Jimenez 2015 UPCT Cartagena EngineeringSpain ElisaMartín Pérez 2015 Glasgow Bio-chemistryScotland Alexandra Morrison 2015Winchester Education Studies (Early Childhood) England Isaac Ramírez Bengtsson 2015 UCFB Wembley Physical EducationEngland Junichi Uno 2015 Edinburgh Information Management Scotland Hye Rang Youn 2015 Miami Media and Film Studies USA Bryanie Wittingham- Ball 2014BirminghamEngineeringEngland SamanthaKlein-Reches 2014UCAM (Murcia) MedicineSpain Our pupils have successfully entered into university in Spain, the UK and the USA.

31 KING’S COLLEGE MURCIA Thank you Thank you for your continued support of the school and the Sixth Form. If you would like the opportunity to ask myself, Señora Balsalobre, Mr Green, Mrs Green or Mr Rumistrzewicz any questions, we are here to help.