Welcome back Year 13.

Posted on September 2, 2013 by Mr Kydd

number 13If you are reading this, well done – you have found and are using the school website.  The ’13’ symbol which you see is the instantly recognisable indication that this is a Year 13 information post.  look out for them when you check the site.

On Wednesday 4th September, you should be in school for 8.50am latest to find out where your mentor will be.  You will then be with them for an hour getting your timetable and doing admin stuff.  Lessons will commence as normal from period 2.  We’ll have an assembly at 1.20.  You must be there.

Mr Hand

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Personal statements: Oxbridge

Posted on July 24, 2013 by Mr Kydd

17035_trinityjcrUniversity College Oxford produced a useful guide to help construct your personal statement: Final printout for personal statements It has an Oxbridge ‘slant’ to it but is equally useful for any application to any institution.  You should try to come back with a first draft of your statement after the summer and give it to Mr Hand as soon as possible for feedback.

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EPQ

Posted on July 23, 2013 by Mr Kydd

EPQ-level-3All EPQ interviews are now over.  You will receive a letter soon to tell you whether or not you have been successful.  Please check this site regularly.  You should down load the following documents, although you will get hard copy in September.  Guidance for logs Logs 2014 EPQ_Timeline[1] EPQ schedule

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Recovery

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Mr Kydd

sprinter_finishingAn article from Peak Performance on Recovery, which is the next topic for year 13 Exercise Physiology

 

Click here to read the article

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Personal Statement – Where Do I Start?

Posted on July 19, 2013 by Mr Kydd

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It can sometimes be a bit tricky getting started on your personal statement.  Try jotting down your thoughts on this  worksheet to help focus your mind. 

 

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UCAS: London University Information Days

Posted on July 18, 2013 by Mr Kydd

ucas_logoOn September the 10th and 11th London University are running two information days open to both parents and students.  This is a key event for London Universities and booking in advance is recommended.

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UCAS: personal statements and work experience

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Mr Kydd

ucas-logoWhich? magazine have just posted this guide on the dos and don’ts of personal statement writing with a video clip with what university admissions tutors are looking for.  They’ve also got some tips about how work experience can help develop your statement and what to try and do this summer.

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Apprenticeship Fair At Madejski Stadium!

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Mr Kydd

confused-characterOn  Wed 21st August 10am – 4pm  –  over 40 employers & training companies will attend to advertise local job vacancies.  You can also get help and advice on your CV , interview skills and register on the National Apprenticeship web site to receive free updates on all current & future job vacancies. Just turn up!

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Gothic Film Season

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Mr Kydd

mummy-1959-001-poster[1]If you are doing English literature A2, you have got to have a look at Gothic: The Dark Heart of Film, a season of films, TV and radio broadcasts organised by the British Film Institute.  It looks brilliant.  Listen to the launch clip and read what some of the panel of guests said about the Gothic genre:  Charlie Higson nails it when he says: “I love the idea of decent, upstanding citizens stripping away layers of mystery to discover the craziness and horror at the heart of things.”  The director of the BFI Heather Stewart also gave this great insight: “Gothic will celebrate the very British genius – rooted in literature and art – that gave rise to some of the most filmed characters in our on-screen history: Dracula, Frankenstein and Jekyll & Hyde. Gothic introduced the nation to sex, unleashing dark passions and breaking taboos along the way”

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Which University To Choose ?

Posted on July 15, 2013 by Mr Kydd

confused-characterLooking at University Web sites and popping along to OPen Days are some of the ways to discover the right University for you.  I have uploaded a comprehensive A – Z listing of all the UK Universities with phone numbers and web addresses – could be a good place to start  your journey.

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