2014 - 15

Brochure designed by Bethany Jennings and Daniel Pearson (Y13)

Dear Student PEP PRO for September 2014-15 Our aim is to provide you with the opportunity to become a professional in one PEP activity. There are PEP Pros to choose from in 7 categories. There are 18 new PEP PROS this year and 48 in total. You will be in one PEP Pro activity all year which will run every single week of the year—like a normal lesson. You will need to choose very carefully which PEP Pro you are doing because you will not be able to change your PEP once you have been given your selection. We have provided a selection of Academic PEP Pros for students who would welcome the opportunity to gain an extra qualification. Choosing your PEP You will need to choose a first choice PEP Pro. We cannot guarantee your first choice of PEP Pro and we aim to allocate on a first come, first served basis. You will need to choose three additional second choice PEPs and if you do not get a first choice PEP we will allocate you to one of your second choices. You will find a PEP choice sheet at the end of the booklet. You must complete and return to this at the following times;

Year 7 Tuesday 15th July 8:00 - 8:30 am Year 8 Wednesday 16th July 8:00 – 8:30 am Year 9 Thursday 17th July 8:00 – 8:30 am

There are limited spaces in each PEP. Some PEPs are very popular, so you will need to make sure

you are early and/ or submit on time. Late replies will be allocated the remaining spaces in

other PEPs.

Your parents or carers must sign your choice form to confirm they support your choice. You can choose a PEP you did last year but this will not guarantee you a place. Each PEP Pro will state which years are able to apply. Remember, you need to look for PEPs which apply to the year group which you will be in in September 2014. It is increasingly important for you to take part in activities other than your main studies. As you progress with your education, employers, college and universities will expect you to develop skills outside of the formal classroom setting. PEP Pro gives you the chance to do this.

Assistant Principal

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Welcome to Performance PEP PRO. The options available for Performance Pro will give you the opportunity to build your skills in Music and Drama. There are a variety of choices within this PEP Pro. You will also be given the opportunity to move around selected PEP Pros in this category and participate in a number of different shows, plays and concerts going on throughout the year. You will have to remain in your chosen Performance PEP Pro group for a minimum of one term before being given the option to move into another Performance PEP Pro group (only available on certain options). Performance PEP PRO is the only category where you may be able to move. If you opt for a Performance PEP Pro , you will also be given the option of taking part in the Arts Award. This is a nationally recognised qualification that demonstrates you have developed your skills in one or more areas of the Performing Arts.

Break a Leg—Dance Club Course Leaders: Ms Emsley What’s involved? Would you like to perform in the next Dance Show? We would like to build on the success of our previous show that featured dances from the musicals Annie, Chicago, Thriller and Hairspray alongside contemporary duets and Trios and a bit of street. This PEP will allow you to capitalise on extra rehearsal time to fully develop your dance technique, your imagination, learn different styles of dance and improve your performance. What you will get out of this/ How this will help your CV: The opportunity to perform in the Academy dance shows and other opportunities throughout the year. What you need to know: You will need to be committed to give your best to the PEP and be prepared to perform – this is essential in this PEP, as you will be expected to participate in the school shows if you opt for this PEP. Number of places: 30 - Years -7-10

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Treading the Boards

Course Leaders: Miss Everett , Mr Moreby and Miss Smith What’s involved? Would you like to perform in the next Academy Musical? We would like to build on the success of previous musicals and shows such as Grease, Oliver, Bugsy, Shrek, Peter Pan and Romeo and Juliet. This PEP will allow you to capitalise on extra rehearsal time to fully develop your character and your imagination, learn lines and improve your performance. What you will get out of this/ How this will help your CV: The opportunity to perform in the Academy musical and other shows throughout the year. You will also have the opportunity to try other Performance PEP Pro’s.

What you need to know: Years 7-10. You will need to be committed to give your best to the PEP and be prepared to perform – this is essential in this PEP, as you will be in the school shows if you opt for this PEP. A love of singing and dancing is also a bonus! Number of places: 50 - Years 7-10

Spotlight Course Leaders: Mr Jackson What’s involved? Do you want to be the next successful director or actor? This PEP Pro will allow you to explore new exciting plays, drama techniques and various styles of theatre. This will give you the tools to take control and create the drama performances you want to perform in. With expert guidance you will work as a group to write the script, design the costume, choose the lighting and music and invite an audience. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: As your confidence grows, opportunities will be available throughout the year to perform in various different shows. This PEP Pro option will build your resilience and you will be more able to deal with stressful situations. You will also have the opportunity to try other Performance PEP PROs. What you need to know: You will need to be committed to give your best to the PEP and be willing to perform. A love of singing and dancing is also a bonus! Number of places: 30 -Year 7-10

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Rock Choir

Course Leader: Sean Rumsey (as seen on BBC1's The Voice!) What’s involved? If you want to build your vocal skills within a group, this is the PEP for you. Rock Choir will be run by Sean Rumsey who is an established musician and even made it onto The Voice! Rock Choir will give you the opportunity to improve your vocals and work towards all the school shows as well as other gigs throughout the year. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: The opportunity to perform in regular school shows, perfect your voice, be part of a team and have the opportunity to try other Performance PEP PROs. What you need to know: You will need to be committed to give your best to the PEP and to be prepared to take part in performances throughout the year. Number of places: 20 - Years 7-10

Music Leaders Course Leader: Ms Westworth What’s involved? You will have the opportunity to become a leader in either Music or Music Technology. You will have the opportunity to share your creative skills through a number of primary school workshops that you will plan and lead independently! What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: You will work towards a Level 2 qualification in Enterprise Skills, which is worth a B at GCSE. You will also build your leadership and teamwork skills through running the workshops.

What you need to know: Year 10. By invitation only. Number of places: 8 places

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Songwriting

Course Leader: Mr Stevenson What’s involved? This is your opportunity to build your songwriting skills, develop instrumental skills to develop songs and produce your own songs with a professional band in the studio. You will have subject experts to help you on your way to create songs in your own chosen style. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: The opportunity to record a professional NOA Album in the studio, be part of a composition and recording team and have the opportunity to try other Performance PEP PROs. What you need to know: You will need to be committed to give your best to the PEP and have some basic skills either vocally or on an instrument. Number of places: 20 - Years 7-10

Instrumental and band

Course Leader: Mr Davy

What’s involved? This PEP will give you the opportunity to build your band skills on a variety of instruments! You will build skills on common band instruments (guitar, bass, drums, keys, etc) and will also have the opportunity to perform unique and original songs from the Songwriting PEP!

What you will get out of this/ How this will help your CV: The opportunity to perform in regular school shows and concerts, perfect your skills on your chosen instrument and learn what being in a band is all about!

What you need to know: You will need to be committed to give your best to the PEP and to be prepared to take part in performances throughout the year.

Number of places: 15 - Years 7-10

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Stand-Up Comedy Course Leaders: Mr Shakespeare What’s involved? Would you like to perform in front of a crowd? Tell all those jokes that you have been writing in your head for years? Vent about the frustrations of being a teenager? Ever wanted to show your surreal mind to people? Now is your chance! At Stand-up Comedy PEP we will explore different comic styles, practice and perform our sets, critique one another’s sets and create a great evening of comedy. What you will get out of this/ How this will help your CV: The opportunity to speak publically in front of a live audience will build and improve your confidence. Making people laugh is a very enjoyable experience. Writing jokes is a fine craft that will help you to edit your writing in other subjects to just what is needed. What you need to know: You will need to be committed to give your best to the PEP and be prepared to perform – this is essential in this PEP, as you will be in the delivering your comedy to a live audience 3 times a year. Number of places: 16 - Years 7-10

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Animal Care

Course leader: Miss Roach What’s involved: You will learn the basics of small animal care and the principals of this can be applied in practice by preparing, regularly cleaning and maintaining our small animal housing. You will learn about the animals in their natural habitats and how housing, bedding and enrichment will encourage natural behaviour and wellbeing. You will also learn how to feed them a variety of foods in ways which are mentally stimulating to them. You will be introduced to the skills and knowledge associated with animal health. This includes identifying any signs of ill health, or signs that would suggest impending problems, and how to follow these through and fully support and monitor the animal’s recovery if necessary. Most importantly, you will learn how to work safely while cleaning and caring for animals in order to protect yourselves, the animals and others around them. We will visit small, local animal holdings and farms to gain an understanding of the principles of work related experience and understand the work involved and what is required. What will you get out of this/how will this help your CV: It will provide the opportunity to gain specialist knowledge in small animals and their care and will be a good base of education and training for those who might be interested in employment and/or further education in the environmental and land-based sectors. It will also give you the opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in working life.

Only sign up if: You are passionate about animals. Number of places: 16 - Year 7 – 10

Our five community PEP Pro options give you the opportunity to work within our school, local and international community to make a difference. You could be the voice of our students, make us more aware of conserva-tion issues or even help those less fortunate outside our community through the Charity PEP Pro.

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Generation UN

Course Leader: Miss Renauld What’s involved? You will study topics of current international affairs involving diplomacy, human rights, warfare etc according to the most up-to-date agenda of the United Nations General Assemblies. You will be working on authentic material provided by the UN network in the UK. You will also train to participate in Model United Nations (MUN) tournaments, where you will have the opportunity to develop your debating skills by competing against other schools. What will you get out of this/ how will it help your CV: You will gain understanding of current international affairs and thus become an open-minded, critical citizen of the world. You will become part of UN network in the UK, which will be a huge advantage if you decide to continue with MUN in University – almost every University has a MUN student club. It will also be highly beneficial if you decide to study International Relations, Politics or Law at University. Only sign up if: You are willing to speak in public and engage in debates, which also means having great listening skills. Number of places: 15 - Year 9 and 10

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We Create Change

Course Leaders: Mrs Grady What’s involved? You will be involved with a team of other students to learn about and fund-raise for different charities with the support of an organisation called Free the Children. Free the Children works with young people worldwide to implement projects that focus on making a sustainable change both locally and globally. You will be involved in formulating your support strategy for this and any other charities we support. You will meet with representatives of the charities and work closely with Free the Children who will provide training in leadership and presentation skills. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV? The opportunity to learn about sustainable charities, event co-ordination and marketing – this will develop your ability to plan and work as a team towards a common goal. Working for non-governmental organisations (NGOs) is a future career in itself and the experience of this on your CV will help you demonstrate that you have developed core skills and gained key experience in this area. Only sign up if: You are committed to charity work and making a positive difference to your local and global community, if you are committed to working in a team, have some good ideas for fund-raising/ promotions and you will remain committed to this PEP PRO for the year.

For more information: http://www.freethechildren.com/, http://www.metowe.com/ or speak to Mrs Grady Number of places: 25 - Years 7-10

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Conservation PEP

Course Leaders: Ms Fernbank and Miss Roberts What’s involved: You will learn about conservation in the local area and work on improving the environment in a number of ways. We will build a frog pond and plant a nature garden in the school grounds to help wildlife to thrive here. We aim to join a local wildlife trust to find out about projects in the wider area. You will learn how to identify plants and insects; and use bones, tracks and droppings to identify animals. We will use natural materials to make our own paper, bug hotels and other products to take home or sell to raise money for local wildlife charities. Students will undertake a research project looking at biodiversity within the school site and the impact of our improvements on the number of different species living here. We will visit local nature reserves to gain inspiration for our own project and create an information pack for local primary schools on how they could create a nature garden of their own. What you will get out of it/how this will help your CV: the opportunity to gain specialist knowledge about conservation and environmental issues. The ability to identify animals, insects and plants; and know which are safe to eat and use. The opportunity to make and sell products made from natural materials. The satisfaction of knowing that you have made a difference to your local community. Only sign up if: you are passionate about wildlife and want to do your bit to save the planet. Number of places: 20 - Years 7-10

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AKENKAN Course Leaders: Miss Yaxley What’s involved? Calling all entrepreneurs who want to make a difference! This creative team will be working alongside each other to create and publish a book to be sent to a school in Africa. The AKENKAN project needs a committed team of editors, illustrators, project leaders and story writers to create a high quality final product which will be used to support literacy in developing countries. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: Being part of an entrepreneurial team to create and publish a book for such a valuable cause will be sure to impress any employer. If purchased, the book is something that you could keep forever to demonstrate your achievement and commitment to a worthy charity. What you need to know: Applicants should remember that the project will involve a lot of thought and preparation from start to finish, and that a dedicated team for a project of such high quality is the key! Number of places: 15 – Years 8—10 To demonstrate commitment students will need to speak to Miss Yaxley before putting this as a first choice.

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Justice Course leader: Miss Graham What’s involved? Do you want to be in a successful legal team, fighting for justice against other schools on a national level? The Bar Mock Trials give you the opportunity to get to grips with some practice cases. You will work as a team to put together the prosecution of defence for a trial. There will also be opportunities to be witnesses or suspects, before we take our case to a real court in front of a real judge. If we win our case at a local level, we get to compete in the National Finals. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: This will give you the opportunity to practice your public speaking and debating skills. It is a nationally recognised competition and will help if you are thinking of studying law, journalism, politics, theatre or English.

What you need to know: Year 10 students only. You must be willing to speak in public. Number of places: 16 places Year 10

Language Leaders (French)

Course Leader: Mrs Wynd What’s involved? You will develop your teaching skills and deliver 2/3 language sessions to pupils from feeder primary schools in French. You will be able to develop your ability to communicate effectively with a group of learners, direct and manage activities, plan learning tasks and take the initiative. What will you get out of this/ how will to help your CV: You will have the opportunity to work with young children as well as to develop your leadership and language skills. Only sign up if: You have studied French in year 7 and 8. You must be willing to work as part of a team to deliver mini lessons to primary school children at different points throughout the year. Number of places: 10 – Years 9 - 10

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Welcome to our Practical PEP PRO. This is a chance to try some practical skills and possibly gain a qualification.

Gardening — RSH Accredited Course Leader: Mrs Billins and Mr Messenger What’s involved? You will learn the basics of practical horticulture which include, how to plant bulbs, take plant cuttings, identify plants, design a garden, fill plant containers. Some of this will be based in a classroom and some will be outdoors—weather dependant! What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: You will work towards an Entry Level qualification in Practical Horticulture . What you need to know: You need to have a keen interest in learning about gardening, plants and be prepared to get your hands dirty! You will need to be prepared to work outside as well as inside. Number of places: 15 places Year 8—10

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Keep Calm & Get Skilled Course Leader: Mrs Jones Number of places: 26 - Years 7-9 - by invitation.

I’d like to learn how to change a plug.

I want to cook healthy and tasty meals.

I’d like to know about money.

I want to know about First Aid.

I want to become a babysitter.

I’d like to know how to repair

things.

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Young First Aiders What’s involved? You will be working towards 2 recognised qualifications called St John Young First Aiders and Heartstart. You will cover how to deal with emergencies such as bleeding, broken bones, choking, allergic reactions and fainting as well as learning other skills such as bandaging techniques, CPR and the recovery position. You will also be given the opportunity to learn about and use the AED machine. Learning about first aid involves a lot of discussion, practical activity and skills practice. The course will be very interactive and you will practise the skills you have learnt with emergency scenarios, alongside skills such as communication and team work. We also hope there will be opportunities to meet others involved in emergency services and take part in trips and visits to include looking around emergency vehicles, animal first aid and creating fake wounds. You will also be working in a team preparing for a national competition where your first aid skills will be judged against other schools and you could win a national award of £1000 for the school. During the school year you will prepare and present assemblies to share your knowledge with others. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: The opportunity to learn more about first aid is a useful skill to have whatever career you decide upon – every business and workplace has to have qualified first aiders on their workforce. You will gain a St John Young First Aider award which lasts for three years, and also a British Heart Foundation Heartstart award which can both go on your C.V. Completing this course could give you a jump start to join cadets, fire cadets or the scout and guiding community, or inspire you to become a volunteer with St Johns ambulance who work at many events around the country. Only sign up if: you are happy to take part in a practical PEP where you will learn skills that could save someone’s life. You are willing to listen and take part in this PEP giving this your full commitment. Number of places: 22 - Years 7 and 8

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Architecture

Course Leader: Ms Blake What’s involved? This is a practical design PEP for students who would like to learn more about construction and design of structures and buildings. Learn about the Pink Mangrove Tree Towers and build your own geodesic dome. What you will get out of this: Gain experience of technical drawing and visit a construction site. Develop your team work skills to solve problems. Only sign up if: You love technical drawing and have an interest in pursuing a career as an architect, surveyor or as a building development planner. You must also be a team player and like working with others. Number of places: 20 places Year 9 and 10

Chess Course Leader: Mrs Hopkin What’s involved? Playing lots of chess! Your skills will improve as you develop your understanding of the game, the different chess openings and how to checkmate. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: Playing chess will help develop your concentration and your planning skills. There is a tournament within school (with prizes!) that leads to the winners representing the Academy at a county final. There is the possibility of playing other schools. Only sign up if: You can play chess! - Any ability is welcome as long as you know some of the moves. Number of places: 20 places - Years 7-10

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Elite Boys Course Leaders: Mr North (Yr9) Mr Burrows (Yr 10) Mr Allen (Yr 8) What’s involved? This PEP PRO is designed for elite sport performers to improve core skills and fitness. Over the year you will cover the main team sports of Rugby, Football and Cricket. You will undergo fitness training to improve your ability to perform to the highest level in these sports and understand the fitness requirements for each. You will develop core and advanced skills through drill and game play as well as tactical and positional awareness. You will receive specialist training from a variety of guest professional coaches over the year with the specific aim of improving PE performance and inter school competition success. What you will get out of this: This PEP will you give you a complete understanding of what is required to become a professional in these sports. You will take part in team fixtures regularly. Only sign up if: This PEP is for students that have been identified by the PE department as being part of the Elite squad and so you should only choose this if you

have been asked to by the PE Department. Students chosen will need to have achieved a Level 5 in PE and will have already represented the school in either rugby, football or cricket. They will have already demonstrated a commitment to PE and extra-curricular activities. You will be required to take part in PE fixtures after school on a regular basis. Number of places: 18 places in each of Year 8, 9 and 10

Welcome to Active PEP PRO - our aim is to provide you with the opportunities to excel as sportsmen and women. You may be part of the Elite Squad representing NOA in the first team or develop your PE skills further and present NOA in other teams. You could be part of our extremely successful Cheer Leading team or part of our first swimming team. You will be told by the PE team if you are selected for the Elite PEP Pros, and if you are, please put this as your first PEP Pro choice.

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Elite Girls

Course Leaders: Ms Callow

What’s involved? This PEP is for girls who want to improve their skills in and further

enjoy sport. It is aimed at those who want to get to the next level of sports

performance, working towards being club standard or higher and being able to reach

their potential in sport. Over the year, you will get to improve your fitness levels as

well as your skills through drills and game play, often focussing on tactical team play

and develop the understanding of the importance of being in a team.

Over the year we will cover the following sports:

1. Netball

2. Hockey

3. Football

4. Rounders

5. Athletics

What you will get out of this: This PEP experience will give you an understanding of

what is required to become a professional in these sports. You will have the

opportunity to attend trips run within the department to watch professional events or

gain places on residential trips. You will take part in team fixtures regularly.

Only sign up if: This PEP is for students that have been identified by the PE

department as being part of the Elite squad and so you should only choose this if you

have been asked to by the PE Department. Students chosen will need to have

achieved a Level 5 in PE and will be expected to have a commitment to extra-

curricular clubs and fixtures in the sports outlines.

You will be required to take part in PE fixtures after school on a regular basis.

- If you are in the current Year 6 joining our school next year please choose this PEP

if you are an excellent sportswomen and achieve well in PE. The PE department will

confirm your choice when they assess PE skills when you come into NOA at the end

of this year.

Number of places: 30 places from Years 7 - 10

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Duke of Edinburgh Awards (DofE)

Course Leaders: Miss Scott-Johnson, Mr Young and Mr Antonius What’s involved: We offer the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh (D of E) Award at the Academy. Within the award students get to choose what they want do! This is within the frameworks of Volunteering, Skills, Physical and Expedition. This is because the D of E is about initiative, developing into a mature and capable adult who is good at making decisions, but most of all, having fun and experiencing new and enlightening things. The highlight of the award is the chance to take part in two day expeditions where you will demonstrate your resilience and team work. What will you get out of this: You need to have the dedication and spirit that is necessary to complete the award. It’s no piece of cake so requires real strength and determination; that’s why it is so useful in the future when you are applying for jobs, college or university. Only sign up if: If you would like to complete the award then please select this as your first option. For your second option select three PEPS which are either Skills based or physically based which we will ensure you have 3 months to complete during the year to add to your award. We would hope you will have the chance to do one of these. For Year 9 and 10 only 22 students For further information check out the Duke of Edinburgh website. www.dofe.org

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Adventure Service Challenge

Course Leaders: Miss Woollard and Mrs Foster What’s involved? Are you interested in outdoor pursuits, first aid, creative crafts, camp skills, volunteering or sports? Want a PEP that has variety, free choice and the chance to do different activities and skills throughout the year? Then choose ASC! ASC stands for 'Adventure Service Challenge'. It is a fun, structured, but flexible programme that acts as good preparation for the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award (which is offered to students in year 10 and above). It is a scheme supported by Duke of Edinburgh, the government and many sporting celebrities like Gary Lineker, Rory Underwood, and Jonathan Edwards to prepare students for challenges of modern life. What you will get out of this: A night or weekend away campng, the opportunity to develop your cooking skills, learn about exploring, expedition, road skills and safety, first aid, spiritual and positive moral values and do some volunteering. It is something that can be put on your CV to show your fantastic skills of resilience, commitment and independence, which can only be a benefit for future job prospects! The great thing about the scheme is the variety, so you know that you will get something interesting and challenging throughout the year. What you need to know: Apply if you like to do lots of different activities and have an interest in the outdoors. You will be awarded a certificate and badge on completion of the course. There are more details about the scheme here http://www.asc-scheme.org.uk/index.html Number of places: 22 Year 7 and 8

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Boys Football - The PEP Academy

Course Leaders: Mr Brevitt, Mr Lampitt, and Football Academy Coaches What’s involved? This PEP is designed for enthusiastic sport performers to improve basic core skills and fitness. Over the year you will develop these skills through football. You will also undergo fitness training to improve your ability to perform in football. You will develop core skills through drill and game play as well as tactical and positional awareness. You will receive specialist training from qualified coaches over the year with the specific aim of improving PE performance and the chance to play development teams from other schools. What will you get out of this? This PEP will you give you an understanding of the basics of football and develop the core skills which will allow you to gain a place in the Academy development team. Only sign up if: You love football and are committed to improve and have not already represented the Academy in football. You are committed to PE and extra-curricular inter school sport. Number of places: 80 - Year 7-10

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Fitness and Sports Conditioning Course Leaders: Mr Wilkinson What’s involved? This PEP PRO is designed for if you want to improve your fitness to help improve skills, personal fitness levels and ability. The PEP will run over the whole year and will aim to improve your fitness. You will take part in a variety of training methods, from endurance to resistance training in a number of alternative environments. You will undergo fitness testing at the start of the programme and be provided with a profile to refer back to at the end of the years training. To improve your ability and levels of fitness required for you chosen sporting activity or event you will carry out a weekly fitness session improving both physical fitness and your understanding of training and leading a healthy lifestyle that you can use to benefit your sports performance. You will develop a variety of skills and knowledge through specific training sessions whilst keeping the activities competitive, new and fun! What you will get out of this: This PEP will you give you a complete understanding of what is required to achieve a high level of fitness and how you can apply training to specific needs or sports. Only sign up if: You are committed to getting fit and want to learn how to improve your level of fitness to improve your sports abilities. You will want to train and learn new skills. Number of places: 18 places in total from years 8, 9 and 10

Development Team - Boys Football

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Beginners Swimming Course Leaders: Mr Taylor (and external swimming coach) What’s involved? For students who either want to learn to swim or do not feel confident with their swimming. We will have a qualified coach to help you to learn to swim or to become more confident with your swimming. This PEP combines the fun of splashing around, with the chance to receive advice and guidance on how to become a more confident swimmer. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: Through this PEP you will have the opportunity to gain a bronze, silver or even gold award, based on the level of skill you demonstrate in the pool. This will help you to gain further swimming or lifeguarding qualifications outside of school. Only sign up if: Boys and girls are welcome from years 7-10. You are keen to have a go at improving your swimming or learning to swim even if you are nervous. You will be expected to bring your own swimming shorts/ suit, goggles and a towel each week. Number of places: 20 – Years 7-9

Confident Swimmers Course Leaders: Mr Taylor (and external swimming coach) What’s involved? For swimmers wanting to improve fitness and technique, we are looking to create NOA’s first ever swimming team! This PEP combines the fun of splashing around, with the chance to receive advice and guidance on how to become a proficient swimmer, and gain a recognised amateur swimming association—bronze silver, or gold award. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: Through this PEP you will have the opportunity to gain a bronze, silver or even gold award, based on the level of skill you demonstrate in the pool. This will help you to gain further swimming or lifeguarding qualifications outside of school. Only sign up if: Boys and girls are welcome from years 7-10. You need to be a confident swimmer committed to improving your fitness, diving, stroke technique and turns over the course of the year. You will be expected to bring your own swimming shorts/ suit, goggles and a towel each week. Number of places: 20 – Years 7-10

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Welcome to our range of Creative PEP Pros. If you are creative and enjoy creating or making things from costumes to crafts then this section will be for you. If you enjoy cooking, the media, clay sculpture, crafts, painting, design and woodworking then read on...

Media Competitions

Course Leader: Miss Hall What’s involved? For students who like to be part of a team that are able to contribute to a piece of practical work in a positive way. Throughout the year you will take part in some media projects and some national competitions and hopefully be in with a chance of winning some real prizes. It is about learning new skills in Media and being able to work in a team. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: This will show that students are able to work in teams and be able to work on a practical task. They will learn how to use software that they use in the media industry. They will also have the opportunity to enter some national film competitions. Only sign up if: You have passion and commitment to team work and sticking to deadlines. You also might be required to plan some after school sessions if time is tight so it might require some of your time after school depending on the project and the competition you are entering. Number of places: 20 - Years 8-10

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Sculpture (Clay)

Course Leader: Miss Stubbs What will you get out of this? This PEP will offer the chance to develop designing and drawing skills which will directly relate to producing a 3D outcome in clay. You will learn important and new skills using clay and glazes. We will start off with the basics and develop to more complex items throughout the year. We will have an enterprise element to this PEP where we aim to sell on some of our merchandise to help us buy even more materials and equipment for our PEP. The opportunity to take home what you have made is also an option. We do ask however that a small donation be made if you want to take your products home so we can re-invest this into more clay projects for you. Only sign up if: You are eager and willing to try your best at a creative art and don ’t mind getting your hands dirty. POP ALONG TO MISS STUBBS’ ROOM (C2) IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SEE SOME OF THINGS YOU COULD BE MAKING IN THIS PEP. Number of places: 16 places Year 7 –10

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Creative Crafts

Course Leaders: Ms Pender and Ms McTaggart What’s involved? Students will experience a wide range of different crafts learning different processes and techniques, using a variety of different materials. The theme of the crafts will be seasonal and you will be creating crafts that you will be able to sell to the local community. You could be making a range of bags, decorations, jewellery etc. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: You will have the opportunity to create work that you can exhibit, enter into competitions and maybe even sell. Only sign up if: You have creative vision; you enjoy arts and crafts. Number of places: 25 - Years 7-8

Woodwork

Course Leaders: Mr Murphy What’s involved? This woodworking course is designed to give you the essential skills needed to carry out much carpentry related tasks. It can also provide you with an opportunity to design and make items to sell at school shows. From building your own door plaques and wooden stools to carrying out beautiful carvings on house decorations and artwork, woodwork is both interesting and challenging, fun, rewarding and a great opportunity to show off your handiwork. After all, nothing empowers you more than handling different tools and executing work with precision! What you will get out of this/ how will this help your CV: The process builds your skills such as patience, dedication and creativity, and can be seen as a good time investment as you’ll achieve a great sense of satisfaction upon the completion of your project. Of course, your projects will also make great gifts and if you’re really talented, you could also find yourself designing and making items to be sold school shows. Only sign up if: You have a keen interest in up skilling your woodworking skills and have an understanding that this is focused on expanding your skills rather than you just making what you want. There will be a minimum cost for student to help subsidise for materials.

Number of places: 18 students Years 7-10

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Great British Bake-Off Course Leaders: Miss Asari-Adoo What’s involved? Would you like to bake more than just a Victoria Sponge Cake…. How about making a gingerbread house or learning how to make bread, scones, meringues, sausage rolls, doughnuts, fruit tarts, flat breads, biscuits. Do you want to learn how to ice and decorate items you bake. Could you produce a show-stopper? Could you compete in a bake-off competition judged by a member of SLT or even produce items to sell? What you will get out of this: The opportunity to learn about how to bake a variety of different items and how to present them to a professional standard. Only sign up if: You have creative vision; you enjoy cooking and will commit to this all year. Number of places: 12 places - Years 7-10

Cookery - Master Chef

Course Leaders: Miss Beck and Mr Tanner What’s involved? Do you have a flair for cooking? Can you adapt recipes and put a creative spin on them, do you have an interest in both tasting and cooking local, national and international foods? If so, this PEP may well be the one for you. You will get to research, design, cook and taste meals/snacks/deserts from around the world as well as competing with other students in bake offs and cooking competitions. This is an exciting opportunity for any budding Chefs who enjoy cooking and eating and would like to have some fun in the kitchen!! What you will get out of this: The opportunity to learn about, cook and sample culinary delights from around the world. Only sign up if: You have creative vision; you enjoy cooking and will commit to this all year. Number of places: 22 places - Years 7-10

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Painting Course Leader: Miss Wilton What’s involved? Fancy yourself as a bit of a Van Gogh or perhaps a Picasso? If you enjoy painting or would like to develop your painting skills, working in a range of painting materials and on large scale canvases or specialist papers, this is the PEP Pro for you.

What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: The opportunity to create work that you can exhibit, enter into competitions and maybe even sell. You can put your experience on your CV. Only sign up if: You are committed to developing your painting skills; you have a passion for drawing and painting. Number of places: 25 - Years 7-10

Sew What?! Course Leaders: Ms Cooksley and Ms Vale What’s involved? Working alongside the Drama Department you will create character designs that will be made into costumes for the school shows. If you enjoy designing, sewing and realising your ideas then this PEP will suit you. You will work within the textiles room learning how to use a range of different equipment such as sewing machines, heat press, machine embroidery machine etc including learning how to pattern cut, construct a garment and design costumes. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: The opportunity to witness your work on stage as part of NOA productions as well as learning and developing new skills that you can take away and use in class or at home. You can put your experience on your CV. Only sign up if: You love working with fabrics and have knowledge of threading a needle. Number of places: 18 - Years 7-10

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CAD Course Leader: Mr. Murphy What’s involved? A Product Designer solves problems by designing ideas and, through a taught process of testing and evaluation, takes them forward towards a fully designed product suitable for manufacture. To do this, you will learn a range of skills including how to use CAD software such as Solidworks to model your initial concepts, then you will be shown how to use some of the CAM machines to help you make parts for your selected design. What you will get out of this/ how will this help your CV: This course is very useful for anyone that enjoys design and make activities and an opportunity to learn very useful skills that can be applied to many subjects such as Resistant Materials. This is a great course giving you valuable knowledge, understanding and skills; this in turn could lead onto University courses such as Product Design, Architecture and Engineering. Only sign up if: You can work with given constraints such as project briefs and limited materials. You will also need a creative vision and most importantly patience to learn how to use CAD/CAM. Number of places: 18 students Years 7-10

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‘You’re Hired’ - The Apprentice Course Leader: Miss Willett What’s involved? Do you always strive to be the best? Have you a desire to win? If you would relish the opportunity to work with and for a team, both as team players or team leaders then this is the PEP for you. You will go up against another team with challenges that call upon skills of problem solving, design, communications and IT. You will get to design and create (and even sell) concepts and products. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: In Apprentice PEP Pro, like the TV series, you will undertake challenges, going head to head with another team to prove you have the design, marketing, negotiating and selling skills to be 'hired' by Lady Willett and Lord Treadgold. Teams are only as good as their weakest member, so you will learn how to work effectively in team situations, to recognise and utilise your team strengths, problem solve and grasp sales opportunities. Every six weeks you will be given a new challenge to complete (this could be from creating and designing a product for sale to using IT design skills to create the best advertising campaign) which will end with the inevitable board meeting with real business men and women where teams need to prove who is the best. Only sign up if: You enjoy working with others, like a challenge and have lots of ideas, love problem solving and would like to test out your design or selling skills. Budding entrepreneurs should apply. Number of places: 20 - Years 7-10

Calling all young entrepreneurs—do you have what it takes to be part of a team? Are you focused on running businesses? This is the PEP Pro designed for you.

HIRED!

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Creative Computer Science Course Leader: Miss Rivett

What’s involved? Have you ever wondered how an app is made or a website? Did you know you needed Python to do this? It’s not a snake but it is a piece of computer programming software that can take you places in the world of www and gaming.

What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: Learn new ICT skills and know more than most adults do about computing. You could charge your family for sorting their computer out or building a website for a friend.

Only sign up if: you would like an idea of what Computer Programming is like in preparation for choosing options and considering a possible career in IT. You will also be involved in competitions (local and national). This will also cover the new national curriculum for Computer Science—so you will be leading everyone else!

Number of places: 25 places Year 7-8

Many of our students have asked to have the opportunity to gain some extra qualifications in PEP. This may be because they have an interest in or excel in a particular subject. These PEP Pros will give you the chance to gain an additional qualification which will enhance your CV and stretch your abilities.

BTEC Level 1 Travel and Tourism Course Leader: Miss Martyn What’s involved? In Travel and Tourism you will get the chance to investigate reasons why tourism destinations are becoming more exotic and the management for these places e.g. eco-tourism. You will get the opportunity to use ICT to help you research marketing strategies, customer needs and the newest resorts. You will also visit different places – for example Thorpe Park for customer service training. What you will get out of it/ how will this help your CV: High-quality communication and the ability to work as a team as well as cultural, environmental and social awareness . It will also give you the chance to gain another qualification Only sign up if: You are in Y9 or 10 and you are willing to complete the required coursework and assessments.

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Spanish (Short Course FCSE)

Course Leader: MFL What’s involved? You will study 3 different topics in Spanish, covering 2 key communication skills: speaking and listening. After each topic you will complete an assessment in each skill in order to pass. You will be fully supported in order to help you achieve a distinction by the end of the year. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: You will obtain a foundation GCSE in a language. If you do not study a language this will be the perfect addition to really enhance your CV. Only sign up if: You do not study Spanish but would like to learn this language. You will need to be committed to learning a new language and to give 100% in lessons. You will need to complete several assessments throughout the year. (6 in total) Number of places: 15 – Years 7– 10

Sociology—Short Course GCSE Course Leader: Ms Brown What’s involved? Do you like your opinions to be heard? Do you enjoy finding out the opinion of others? Have you ever wondered why certain decisions are made that effects families, schools and society as a whole? Do you enjoy discussions and debates where there is not always a right or wrong but just views? How about role play? In this PEP will be looking at society and how it is organised including the way we experience life. You will explore human social relationships ranging from families, education, crime, religion, race and social class. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: You will get the chance to examine key areas that forms the basis of our society. You will sit a written exam and gain a GCSE qualification to add to your other qualifications. Sign up if: you are prepared to learn and share new ideas; actively participate in Home

Learning and committed to studying towards gaining a qualification

Number of places: 16 - Years 9-10

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BTEC Interactive Media Level 1 Course Leader: Miss Hooley What’s involved? This is for students that want to gain another qualification in a year. This course is designed to act as a stepping stone for the GCSE Media course and It is a recognised qualification that will be accredited at the end of the year. The students complete one unit which they build up a skill set and some knowledge in Media Production. You will learn the basics of camera work and editing and how to put a media product together. The students learn the value of team work and the pressures of working to a deadline. They will receive their accreditation in August along with the GCSE results. What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: This is another qualification on top of what you are already studying and will require you to be at every PEP session as you will need to use the time to complete the coursework element of the course and the exam practice as well. You will learn the value of team work and the pressures of working to a deadline. They will receive their accreditation in August along with the GCSE results. Only sign up if: you are not afraid of some coursework in return for a qualification at GCSE level. Number of places: 15 - Years 7-9

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British Sign Language Level 1 Course Leader: External Tutor What’s involved? British Sign Language is a recognised language and the first language of many deaf people. However many hearing people choose to learn this language not only to be able to talk to deaf friends and gain confidence in interacting with members of the deaf community but it is an interesting language to learn. Over 120,000 people in the UK use British Sign Language as their first and often only language. Anyone can gain this qualification if they work during the PEP sessions. This is open to all students from Year 7 What you will get out of this/How this will help your CV: You will obtain a Level 1 qualification in British Sign Language. Enjoy talking to friends on this course in this language and gaining the confident to speak with members of the deaf community. This course will really be good on your CV— Sign language interpreters are in demand for jobs and this could be the first step along a potential career path towards working with deaf people or becoming a British Sign Language Interpreter. Only sign up if: You are interested in learning a new language - British Sign Language and are committed to gaining this qualification. DO NOT CHOOSE THIS PEP IF YOU COMPLETED IT THIS YEAR. Number of places: 24 – Years 7 – 10

Extended/Higher or Foundation Project

Course Leader: Ms Neall

What is involved? The Extended/Higher or Foundation project PEP can help you develop and demonstrate a range of valuable skills through pursuing your own interests and investigating topics in more depth. You will also gain a qualification if you successfully complete the project. Your choice of topic is up to you although you must show it is academically useful and either related to subjects you are studying now or for your future career. Your project can be in the form of written work or a number of other forms such as a musical or piece of drama, a report or artefact, backed up with paperwork. What you will get out of this/How it can help your CV: A qualification at either Level 1, 2 or possibly 3. The ability to show on your CV that you are able to complete extensive research and create an independent project. You will learn invaluable skills in project management. Only sign up if: You are interested in learning about project management and want to work on finding out more about a topic that you are passionate about Number of Places: 15 Years 9-10 and 6th Form

Creative Writing GCSE Course Leader: Mr Leyburn

What is involved? Coursework completion and an exam on the GCSE Creative Writing course What you will get out of this/How it can help your CV: An additional qualification at GCSE Level and improve your English language skills. Only sign up if: You are interested in writing your own stories and poetry. Number of Places: 15 places in Years 10 and 6th Form

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