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It outlines key dates for assessments and public examinations, explains the updated GCSE grading scale and minimum grade requirements for A level study, and sets clear expectations on attendance, punctuality, and readiness for learning each morning. The handbook also details access to MCAS and how to use EduLink features, plus guidance on managing homework, coursework, and effective revision.","Year 11  \nParentHandbook  \n2025-26  \nContents  \nIntroduction3Key Dates4GCSE Grading  \n5  \nChanges to Assessment6Attendance and PunctualityEduLink One App7Homework and Coursework8Revision Tips9Knowledge Organisers10Exam Access Arrangements11Home Language Qualifications11Sixth Form and Careers12Subject Pages13  \n6  \n# Introduction\n\nThank you for watching the COLAHG Year 11 Parent Information Eveningpresentation.We hope that this information,as well as this handbook,will be a useful source of support and guidance for you as a parent of ayear 11 student.  \nIf you have any queries or would like any further guidance at any pointthroughout this year,please do not hesitate to contact a member of theYear 11 team:  \nMs R McConville-Year 11 Director of LearningResponsible for academic progress and monitoringrmcconville@highburvgrove.cola.org.uk  \nMs K Douglas -Head of Year 11  \nResponsible for pastoral supportkdouglas@highburvgrove.cola.org.uk  \n# Key Dates\n\n\n| 12 November   | Sixth Form Open Evening   |\n| --- | --- |\n| w/b 17 November   | Mock speaking exams   |\n| w/b 24 November   | Assessment Point2:Mock  \u003Cbr>examinations   |\n| 12 December   | Mock exam results released   |\n| 5 January   | Academic Review Day   |\n| w/b 23 February   | Assessment Point3:Mock  \u003Cbr>examinations   |\n| w/b 4 May   | Public examinations begin   |\n| 20 August 2026   | Results Day   |\n\nFor subject-specific dates and deadlines,please consult subject pages.  \nGCSE Grading  \nThe new GCSE grading scale is not directly equivalent to the old A*to Gone.However,there are some comparable points between the oldgrades and the new ones,as the diagram below shows:  \n\n| A A   | 9  \u003Cbr>8  \u003Cbr>7   |\n| --- | --- |\n| B  \u003Cbr>C   | 6  \u003Cbr>5 STRONG PASS  \u003Cbr>4 STANDARD PASS   |\n| D  \u003Cbr>E FG   | 3  \u003Cbr>2  \u003Cbr>1   |\n| U   | U   |\n\nGrade 7 is needed to study Maths or Physics at A level at COLAHG.  \nGrade 6(average)is needed to study A levels at COLAHG.  \nGrade 5 is a GOOD PASS.  \nGrade 4 is a STANDARD PASS.When students do not reach a grade 4 inMaths or English they will continue to study this GCSE at their chosenfurther Education provider,until the age of 18.  \n# Attendance and punctuality\n\nThe department for Education commissioned research in March 2025found At KS4,pupils who attended school nearly every day in Year 11(with an attendance rate of 95-100%)were 1.9 times more likely toachieve the Grade 5 in English and Maths GCSE compared to pupils whoonly attended 90-95%of the time(relating to up to 2 weeks more time inschool over the course of a year)  \nChances of 5+GCSE 5-9grades including Englishand MathsPercentage attendance in Years 10 and 11  \nPercentage of students achieving  \nResearch clearly shows the direct link between attainment andattendance,and as such the expectation is that students are in schoolevery single day of Year 11.Whilst as an academy we understand life canbe complex,we ask every effort be made to arrange appointments andother commitments outside of school hours.  \nArriving to school promptly is then the second most important thing thatcan affect a young person's school life.Arriving just 5 minutes late everyday soon adds up-in fact,this would equate to missing over 3 daysworth of education over the course of the school year.  \nYear 11 students are expected to be in their first lesson and ready tolearn by 8:38am every day.We suggest they are on site by 8:30am,readyto begin the school day in good time.  \n# Bromcom -My Child at School(MCAS)Application\n\nMCAS is a parent portal and communication app designed to enhanceparental engagement with school by providing key information boutchildren's daily activities such as;timetable,lunch money,homework,attendance and behaviour.  \n# How Can I Access MCAS?\n\nMCAS can be accessed on any device-PC,laptop,tablet or mobiledevice-via the web browser or via the MCAS app.The link to access theEduLink login page on a web browser is www.mychildatschool.com.  \nAlternatively,you can download the MCAS App which is available todown","cbCaig1njk5gyEQ4","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaig1njk5gyEQ4","pdf",12960011,1,32,"English","en",105,"# Introduction\n# Key Dates\n# GCSE Grading\n# Attendance and Punctuality\n# Bromcom - My Child at School (MCAS) Application\n## How Can I Access MCAS?\n## Navigating MCAS\n# Homework and coursework","[{\"question\":\"What are the key expectations for Year 11 attendance and punctuality?\",\"answer\":\"Students are expected to attend school every day in Year 11 and to arrive promptly so they are ready to learn by 8:38am. 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