S4 into S5 Options Evening�

An information evening about the course choice process moving into S5

Aims for tonight:

• To find out what is offer for S5 pupils at Inverness Royal Academy?
• To understand more about what the range of qualifications look like?
• To know what is involved in the course choice process and where can we find help to make the right decisions.

Moving into S5

• Pupils will choose 5 subjects, one in each option block
• Pupils will usually spend 6 periods in each subject block
• In addition, for one period a week, all S5s will work towards an additional qualification or have a period to study
• All pupils will have PSE

What is on offer?

Pupils in S5 can access the following:

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• Traditional school subjects (National 5 and Higher)
• In school: Skills for Work, National Progression Awards and SQA Awards
• UHI Inverness: Skills for Work, National Progression Awards, Foundation Apprenticeships and SQA Awards
• Eden Court – Dance and Drama
• Highland Virtual School

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Traditional School Subjects (National 5 & Higher

• English
• Maths and Applications of Maths
• Biology and Human Biology
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Art and Design
• History
• Modern Studies
• Classical Studies
• Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies
• Philosophy
• Modern Languages
• Gaelic Learners and Gaelic Fluent

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• Health and Food Technology
• Practical Cookery
• Practical Metalwork
• Graphic Communication
• Engineering Science
• Music and Music Technology
• Geography
• Photography
• Physical Education
• Computing Science
• ESOL
• Drama

In school: National Progression Awards, Skills for Work and SQA Awards

• NPA: Exercise and Fitness Leadership (L5&6)
• NPA: Team Sports – Football (L5&6)
• NPA: Film and Media (L5)
• NPA: Bakery (L4)
• SfW: Travel and Tourism (L5)
• Employability and Tenancy Award (L4&5)
• Powering a Sustainable Future (L6)

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UHI Inverness: Skills for Work, National Progression Awards, Foundation Apprenticeships and SQA Awards

UHI Deadlines

UHI: Highland Virtual School

Eden Court

• Out of school courses are available in Higher Drama and Dance
• Applications open of the 12^th of January
• Pupils must be committed and prepared to attend weekend and evening sessions
• This is a great opportunity for any young person interested in the creative arts to develop their skills and gain a qualification while studying within a professional theatre
• Students can find out more by contacting: engagement@eden-court.co.uk

Where can I find help?�

• Guidance Staff
• One to one meetings
• Work with your child to get the best options

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• My World of Work
• Online resource for pupils and parents

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• Fionna Dowell fionna.dowell@sds.co.uk
• Kevin Guthrie kevin.guthrie@sds.co.uk
• Career appointments
• Close links with partners, colleges and employers

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My World of Work

Scotland’s careers information and advice web service is one of the most visited careers sites not just in Scotland but the whole of the UK.

It can support you as a parent as well as your child.

Your child has been introduced to My World of Work at school. It gives them access to a wealth of career information and resources.

It will help them develop their career management skills – skills that help us make informed decisions and realise our potential.

myworldofwork.co.uk

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My World of Work for parents

• Whether it's subject choices, exam results or your child is leaving school, we have information to help.
• There's a calendar filled with key dates to help you plan with links to advice articles, tools and videos to help you and your child every step of the way.

www.myworldofwork.co.uk/parents-and-carers

Help your child make choices about their future.

Our dates and deadlines

• 12^th of January: reports issued with course choice information for S5
• 14^th of January: Parent information evening about options
• 20th of January: Parents’ evening
• 26^th of January: Course Choice forms returned to Guidance teachers

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Interviews with Guidance will happen during this period to discuss options.

https://www.thinglink.com/scene/2047004659654066853

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