Education Supplement 2019

Thursday, September 5, 2019

Newbury Weekly News

SUCCESS is a way of life at Kennet School. The school motto, ‘Excellence through Endeavour’ is applied to every aspect of school life and shares a little of the secret of how Kennet School’s success is achieved. We have won many accolades at local and national level, thereby attracting significant extra resources, to invest in the facilities for our pupils. Children at Kennet School enjoy an environment that is second to none. Staff believe that their pupils deserve the very best and that is what they shall have. Pupils who need support are easily identified and enabled to give of their very best and the staffing levels ensure that pupils are seen as individuals and the school’s partnership with parents underpins all that we do. When it comes to academic achievement, our goals are nothing short of the best. Our progressive approach to delivering the curriculum has seen us achieve some of the top results in the country. This was validated by Ofsted in May 2016, when we were judged ‘Outstanding’ – we could not agree more – an endorsement of all we do at Kennet and an accolade held by very few secondary schools. Pupils are challenged and intellectual curiosity is fostered. Kennet School

Careers and courses at Newbury College

AT Newbury College, the career-based curriculum is led by employers and designed to give the best opportunities to gain the qualifications and skills needed for the careers that students want.

The college is preparing students for the workplace of tomorrow, creating a fully-immersive learning environment that blends

hands-on, technical learning with underpinning knowledge and professional work-related activity. Career-focused education programmes are great for school leavers who want a more hands-on approach than the traditional academic route, especially if they know what industry they want to move into. If a young person wants to work

As each new pupil joins us, we take the time to grow a genuine partnership between family and school, built on mutual trust and open communication. You can be sure that your child will be nurtured and enriched in a supportive and challenging academic environment. Just as importantly, we will also ensure that their individual talents are recognised and developed in full. Perhaps one of our greatest strengths is our house system, designed to foster the intellectual abilities and personal strengths and talents of every pupil. The house system divides the larger school into four house families, strengthening the bonds and understanding between school and home. We offer a range of extracurricular activities which

is exceptional and we are delighted with the huge numbers of pupils who respond to these opportunities and challenges. On April 1, 2011, the school led by example, becoming an academy, a school absolutely in charge of its destiny and determined that our pupils wills shine event further in the future. We are the lead school in the Kennet School Academies Trust, having been joined by Whitelands Park Primary in January 2014, and Francis Baily Primary more recently (September 2019). 2019 saw yet another set of exceptional results at both A-level and GCSE, upon which our pupils are able to build bright and exciting futures. Mrs G Piper Executive head

that employers want – increasing their employability and likelihood of finding a job after completing their studies. Full-time study programmes at Newbury College are assessed in a variety of ways, rather than through the traditional essay and exam methods. This can be beneficial to students who prefer to be assessed differently and demonstrate their skills in other ways. Students have the opportunity to enter meaningful employment or progress onto higher education, either at university or at the new career-focused University Centre, planned for 2020. Get straight to work with an apprenticeship Working in partnership with a

number of employers across West Berkshire, Newbury College provides superb apprenticeship opportunities in a range of subjects, including accounting, HR, business administration, leadership and management, engineering and more. Apprenticeships are a great way to start or develop a career. They combine paid employment with on-the-job training and the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification. Shape your future – it’s not too late to enrol If you would like to speak to someone about enrolling on a course or would like to browse the courses on offer, please call (01635) 845000 or visit www.newbury-college.ac.uk/ search-courses.

in health care, logistics, engineering or digital

technology, for example, then a BTEC or T Level could be better for their career progression than

A-levels, as they combine practical learning with technical understanding. Newbury College works in partnership with local

businesses in many aspects of the curriculum planning and delivery, which ensures that these programmes meet the needs of employers and job sectors. This means that students can develop the skills and knowledge

OPEN EVENING : 19 SEPTEMBER 2019 (6-9pm) Headteacher’s speech at 7:30pm for prospective parents/pupils

OPTIONS FOR SCHOOL LEAVERS? Some people may choose to stay at school for A Levels after year 11, but did you know that you can also earn UCAS points studying vocational courses? In fact, one in four students studying a BTEC Level 3 qualification goes on to study at University, with others choosing to study an HNC/HND programme or gaining meaningful employment in their chosen career. *900͊8-1) 789(= 463+6%11)7 WHAT ARE THE

Kennet School An Outstanding Academy

We understand that choosing a new school for your child is a huge decision and the many factors that have to be weighed up. Throughout the process, you will be steered by an unswerving belief that your child deserves the very best. A high-quality learning environment, of course, and a culture that embraces care, tolerance and trust. At Kennet School, we share your belief. Our aim, quite simply, is to enable every one of our pupils to grow into a responsible and fulfilled adult with the skills, qualifications and confidence to shape their futures. Come and witness the sheer brilliance of Kennet School for yourself!

POINTS AVAILABLE

If you want to get a head start in your career, you may choose to pursue an apprenticeship, a work- based qualification that combines employment with technical training. Apprenticeships are available in a wide range of professions, from traditional areas such as engineering, mechanics and health care to accountancy, business administration, and leadership and management. APPRENTICESHIPS

It’s not too late to apply for Newbury College. Visit our Monks Lane campus for free, impartial advice on careers and courses. APPLY NOW IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO

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