S4 into S5 Course Choice
Welcome to the S4 into S5 Course Choice page. All information for parent/carer(s) and young people will be uploaded here. Please click on the relevant section below for further information.
Introduction
Welcome from the Headteacher
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Mrs J Shaw, Headteacher
Rigour, Aspiration and Perseverance
In this section, staff members share the importance of rigour, aspiration and perseverance in relation to learner pathways, curriculum and choices that maximise attainment potential.
Role of the Depute Headteacher (Year Head)
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Mr S MacBeath, Depute Headteacher (Year Head)
Role of the PT Guidance (Head of House)
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Mrs A Final, PT Guidance (Head of House)
Raising Attainment
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Mr C Struth, Depute Headteacher (Raising Attainment)
Partners
Our partners play an important role in providing independent advice and support for young people and their families. They also supplement our curriculum offer through where possible. The following videos outline their role.
Skills Development Scotland
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David Harvey, Careers Adviser, Skills Development Scotland
Developing Young Workforce
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Ross Bayne, DYW Coordinator
Schools College Partnership
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Justin Walker, Schools-College Programme Coordinator, Perth UHI
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Course Choice Form & Learner Pathway Options
In this section, you will find the S4 into S5 Course Choice Form and the S4 into S5 Learner Pathway Options Form.
Overview from Curriculum & Timetable Lead
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Mr J Bain, Depute Headteacher (Curriculum & Timetabler)
S4 into S5 Course Choice Form
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S4 into S5 Learner Pathway Options
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions about S4 into S5 Course Choice, please let us know. We will populate this section with answers throughout the Course Choice period.
If I drop a subject in S5 can I come back to it in S6?
Yes, you can return to subjects that you have not taken forward in S5 and return to them in S6.
How many qualifications do I need to sit in S5?
All young people will study 5 qualifications at the highest SCQF level. In addition, young people will study PSE, PE, RMPS and attend Tutor Support Group each morning.
Do I need to continue with my S4 subjects?
Yes, your best chance of attaining your 5 best qualifications in S5 is to continue with National 5s that you started in S4.
Who can I speak to if I need support with my choices?
In almost all cases, young people will continue with their S4 courses and take them forward for further study at a higher SCQF Level. N5 options in S5 are likely to be timetabled in with S4 pupils. It is important that you are well supported to make an informed decision about your course choice that maximises your attainment potential in S5. The following supports should be explored further alongside your parent/carer(s). If you have any questions, please contact your Head of House (PT Guidance) in the first instance. Completed course choice sheets should be returned to your Head of House by Thursday 18 December.
What support will I be offered?
In PSE you will be provided with further information to help you make your choices. Teachers will be talking to you in class about the learner pathways within their curricular areas. However, in almost all instances, young people will continue with their National 5 qualifications into S5 as Higher or SCQF Level 6 qualifications. An assembly will be held with your Year Head to guide you through the process.
What is the difference between Higher and National 5 qualifications on the SCQF framework?
The framework is shown below:
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When is the S4 into S5 Course Choice window?
The S4 into S5 Course Choice begins on 1 December with information shared in PSE and Curricular classes. S4 Reports will be shared after Prelims are marked on 16 December. All course choice forms should be returned to PTs Guidance (Head of House) by Thursday 18 December at the latest.
I want to find out more about college, how do I do this?
The Perth UHI College roadshow will visit Kinross High School on 15 December (14:00-16:00) and S4 classes will have the opportunity to visit and speak with college based staff to find out more.
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