Tynecastle High SchoolParent Information Evening S2 into S3 Learner Review
1 February 2018
Purpose of the evening• To help you to better support your
son/daughter make the transition into S3• To outline the rationale for the Broad
General Education in S3• To inform you about the Learner Review
process
Learning & Teaching• Active Learning (Enquiry, problem-solving)• Co-operative Learning (collaborative skills)• Emphasis on really knowing the students and offering
support for all - relationships matter• Use of ICT• Outdoor Education• Skills focus - making connections• Opportunities for Leadership in school• Raising awareness of vocational pathways
4 contexts for learning • Curricular areas in subjects• Inter-disciplinary learning• Ethos and life of the school• Opportunities for wider achievement
Learner Journey - Alan LawYear Courses Achievements
S1/2 BGE Level 3 Consolidating in all curricular areas Debate Mate Club, Fencing, JASS
S3 8 curricular areasBreadth + Depth (L3 Secure, L4 in some areas)
Fencing, Student Council, Duke of Edinburgh, John Muir (S3 portfolio)
S46 x N5
N5: English, Maths, History, French, Chemistry, Drama
Assisted at fencing club, DOE
S55 x H
English, Maths, History, French, Chemistry Young Philanthropist, S1 mentor leading to Leadership Award
S6 3 Advanced Highers; extra Higher Modern Studies, Community Service class/work experience in law firm - Law at UniversityLeaves with 6 Highers, 6N5s, 3 AH
House Captain, Charities committee, DebaterSchool certificate of Achievement
Learner Journey - Dee SingerYear Courses Achievements
S1/2 BGE uneven: Success in Art, Music, CDT Film soundtracks created and shown at assemblies
S38 Choices
Level 3 mixed, Level 4 in Art, Design, Drama, Media Technology
Acts in films for media clubArt Club (portfolio)
S4N5(3) N4 (3)
N5: Art, Design, DramaN4: Maths, English, PE (Dance)
Dance Club
S5 H: Art, DesignTheatre Arts (College)N5: English, Maths
Dance ClubS1 Buddy, S2 Paired Reader Leadership Award
S6 H: English, DramaCommunity Service Class, Work Placement in Theatre
Prom Committee, Redhall Volunteer
Positive Destination
College Course in Theatre Arts4 Highers; 5 N5s;3 N4s; Skills for Work
School Certificate of Achievement
Learner Journey – Guy DuguidYear Courses Achievements
S1/2 Slow Progress with BGE. Level 3 consolidating mainly
Young Carer, JASS Cool Down Crew
S3 (8) Level 3 still not secure in any subjectSkillforce (Steps to Work/First Aid Award
Climbing Club; Biking
S4 Access: English, Maths, N4: PE, HospitalityPersonal Development & John Muir
Fire Services CadetMechanicsGreen Team Project
S5 N4: English, PhysicsN5: PE, HospitalityCollege Placement engineering, Gorgie Farm Volunteer
S1 Buddy, Helped with JASS Centenary Garden, Catering for school events, helped S1 football team
Positive Destination
Apprenticeship in garage with help of careers staff
Leaves with… 2 N5s; 4 N4s; PDA Leadership, John Muir, Skills for Work
S3 Profile
S2-3 Learner Review Process• Preparatory work in PSE classes • Information from subject teachers• S2 Parent Information Evening Thursday 1
February • S2 Parent consultation Wednesday 7 February
4.30-7pm• Deadline for the return of Learner Review forms
is Thursday 8 February • 1:1 Learner Review interviews with Student
Support teacher 23-27 February
S2-3 Learner ReviewHow are we supporting your child?
• 1:1 interviews with careers adviser to which parents were invited
• PSE class focus on feedback from S2 reports• PSE focus on student reflection of personal qualities,
strengths and career aspirations• Course information from subject teachers• Career advice drop-in sessions every Monday &
Tuesday and alternate Thursday lunchtime
Register on www.myworldofwork.co.uk –the Skills Development Scotland web service for all your work, skills and learning needs.
Next steps…
S2-3 Learner ReviewHow can you support your child?
Look together at your child's Course Choice from, their last Tracking Report and the online S2 into S3 Course Information bookletYou could ask:• Which subjects are you enjoying? Why?• Which subjects are you less keen on? • If you have a specific career path in mind, which
subjects will you need?