Wootton Sixth Form - Kimberley STEM College

Kimberley College
Parents Information Evening - 4th July 2016
A warm welcome to
Kimberley 16-19
College
Kimberley College
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Wootton Academy trust - Post 16 learning
Kimberley College is a state of the art Post
16 College. It couples the experience of a
high performing Sixth Form with a
modern
cutting
edge
learning
environment, all based in world class
facilities. We aim to provide the best
opportunities for all our students to fulfil
their potential, through an innovative
curriculum and outstanding links with
varied and highly prestigious partners.
Meet the Team
Mr Gleeson Mr Detheridge Dr MacKay Mrs Everett Mrs Stewart Mr Rutter Mr Freemantle Mr Washington Mrs Ciampia -
Executive Principal
Principal Kimberley College
Assistant Principal Kimberley College
Pastoral Leader
UCAS and higher education lead.
Assistant Principal – Senior designated
safe guarding lead
Assistant Principal – Curriculum
SENCO
BTEC centre nominee
Meet the Team
Mrs Hinkley Mrs Lowe Mrs Earl Mrs Trybala
Mr Death Mr Pineda & Mr Sears Mrs Ashpole Mrs Marriott –
Mr Brookes Mrs Warman -
Personal Assistant to the Principal
College Administrator (including admissions)
College Administrator (student Bursary)
Work related co-ordinator
Site Manager
College Network Support.
College Receptionist
Attendance Officer
Data analyst
Exams Officer.
What does it mean
to study at
Kimberley
College?
Qualities you will need to succeed
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Aspiration
Application
Determination
Communication
Ability to embrace change and seize
opportunities
• Ability to be proactive
• Have an open mind
• Willingness to support others
What opportunities
will I have?
Support and Opportunities
• Working with leading industrial employers on real
world projects
• International travel and internships
• Experienced careers advice and extensive network
• Financial Support and guidance
• Applying to Higher/Further Education including
Oxbridge, Russell Group and international applications
• Applying for Apprenticeship
• Finding employment
• Taking a gap year – Making the most from this
opportunity
• Work experience, internships and traineeships.
What do students need to succeed?
A commitment to:
 Hard work to meet academic targets.
 Supporting College ethos (including the Code of
Conduct and Dress Code)
 Participating in extracurricular activities including
Citizenship.
Key attributes:
 Self-motivating to complete Independent Study
Assignments.
 Self-management to organise folders and work
 Self-discipline to maintain attendance at above 98%
 Ability to maintain a work-life balance.
Personal Development and well-being
• Each student will have a personal tutor.
• The guidance programme for your son or daughter is
delivered through collapsed timetable days. In these
sessions students follow a programme of PSHCE
pertinent to their age and need.
• Regular academic reviews will take place with subject
teachers and personal tutors
• They will write the reference for UCAS or employment
• They are the first point of call for students to gain
advice and guidance
• They will be the cheerleader for the tutor group!
What will my child study?
A’ Level
We have a mixed blend of ‘old’ A Levels * (AS & A2) and ‘new’ A
Level subjects, although the majority of students will be following
the new qualification as a two year linear course.
*Further Mathematics, Government & Politics, Mathematics, Media
Studies & Music Technology.
and /or
BTEC
comprising subsidiary diploma and diploma elements. These
qualifications now have an examined element.
Plus – There is an opportunity to pick up an EPQ during Year 12
In addition if GCSE English or mathematics has not been passed at grade C or better, students
must retake either or both of these examinations and will be placed in classes to prepare for
them.
Examination's
A Level - The majority of students starting their studies with
us next year will complete an A level at the end of year 13.
they will not be undertaking an AS qualification unless
1. A student wishes to drop a subject and is unsure of which
one to drop
2. The College has concerns about the ability/ commitment
of the learner to complete the full A’ Level qualification
AS Level – Where a subject still retains an AS and A2 element
the student will complete an AS in this subject.
BTEC – Please note these subjects now include a examined
element.
Travelling to and from College
 No statutory entitlement to home to
school/college transport.
 Post 16 students have to pay for their
transport.
 Students may use existing school bus
routes if there is space.
 Students may use registered bus services
(e.g. route from Cranfield to Wootton)
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Public bus routes.
Train (Bedford – Bletchley)
Cycle
Parental drop-off by car
Shared-lift
Own motor vehicle (permit needed)
Walking
Shuttle Bus from Wootton
Essential Equipment
 Core Text book for each subject studied
 Lever-arch file for each subject with file
dividers, and plastic wallets to insert
notes etc.
 A4 writing paper and pens etc.
 Some subjects have subject specific
requirements – see the student
induction booklet (also available on our
website www.stemcollege.co.uk)
Optional Equipment
 Science PPE lab coats provided
 B.Y.O.D. (ensure cover on household
insurance)
 Other books and materials
Bursary Fund
 College receives funding to support
students experiencing financial
hardship through a Discretionary
Bursary Fund and also one-off
hardship payments.
A Flying Start in September
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Network Permission in place
Biometric Permission in place
Essential personal information in place
Photograph for ID badge completed
during Induction
 Registration completed on August 25th
or later with agreement and before
September 2nd.
Life After College
We are already preparing for them to leave!!!
It is very advantageous for students to identify as soon
as possible what they want to do in the future. This may
be related to employment or further study. The sooner
they have an idea the quicker they can tailor their
College experience. This can include…
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Taking advantage of work experience and or internships
Organising voluntary work
Getting involved in leadership opportunities
Arranging additional courses and programmes to
complement their College studies
Communication and keeping in touch
E-mail
By Phone
Twitter account
College website
Group call
teacher@wootton.beds.sch.uk
Direct dial or by switch board
@stemcollege
http://www.stemcollege.co.uk/
text messages, timetables, exam
timetables grade sheets and reports
YouTube (we have our own channel)
Social Media
Electronic calendars
Insight magazine and Upload Vodcast
Parents Consultation events
Letters
Parent Forums