20903 Wembley High Technology College Prospectus

ACHIEVEMENT FOR ALL

“Wembley High Technology College is recognised to be the highest achieving school in England for several categories. Wembley High has the best performance for an English comprehensive school in Science, English language and literature, Spanish and French.�

Good School Award Guide, 2016

Welcome Wembley Multi-Academy Trust was set up in August 2016 and is responsible for the following schools: • Wembley High Technology College • East Lane Primary School • North Brent School (to be confirmed) This prospectus is for prospective parents who wish to seek a place for their child at Wembley High Technology College.

Wembley High Technology College has a long established reputation for academic excellence and for years it has been the highest achieving school in Brent. We are a highly oversubscribed school. For September 2017, we have received 1416 applications with 527 first choices for 210 Year 7 places. Our goal is to make sure that the ethos of academic excellence is embedded in all of our schools.

Our mission is clear and simple; we provide a highly structured, disciplined working environment in which every student receives high-quality teaching and achieves his or her full potential. We expect our students to make exceptional progress, which is well beyond expected levels nationally.

We seek to be extraordinary, ambitious and deliver results. Our focus is on the core subjects of English, Mathematics, the Sciences, Humanities and Languages. We want students to have real choices in life because of their exceptional education at the College. We aspire for our students to gain places at the best universities and study the most competitive courses.

In this prospectus, we want to tell you more about the students, staff and facilities that make Wembley High Technology College such an ‘Outstanding’ school.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Gill Bal OBE CEO/Executive Headteacher

“The exceptional leadership of the Headteacher has enabled the school to sustain its outstanding judgement over time.”

Brent Schools Partnership Review, February 2017

EXCELLENT RESULTS IN 2016 National Recognition Progress 8 score is 1.14 which is the 4th highest in the country 48% of all grades at GCSE were A*–A grades 86% of all students achieved 5A*–C, including English and Maths 75% of all students achieved the English Baccalaureate Maths progress score is 1.33 which is the 3rd highest in the country Ebacc progress score is 1.31 which is the 6th highest in the country

Categorised as an

Categorised as

Categorised as an

‘Outstanding School’

‘Outstanding’

‘Excellent School’

by Ofsted

by Challenge Partners March 2015

by Brent Schools Partnership, February 2017

“The school’s leaders have inspired loyalty and high endeavour and their relentless determination has ensured that students receive excellent education and care.”

Brent Schools Partnership Review, February 2017

Highly Qualified Staff Our students are taught by highly qualified and skilled staff who have mastery of their subjects.

Mr A. Hathi

Acting Headteacher

Wembley High Technology College’s unique combination of its commitment to pupil achievement and focus in delivering outstanding outcomes makes it a truly exceptional place to continue education beyond primary school. As one of the consistently highest performing schools in the country, we have a track record of success that gives our pupils the opportunity to study at some of the most prestigious universities in the world. Thank you for your interest in Wembley High and I hope this prospectus highlights just some of the reasons that make Wembley High such an ‘Outstanding’ school.

Degree: MA (Hons) MENG Mechanical Engineering, University of Cambridge and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Ms L. Cowley

Mr W. Wright

Degree: Masters in Leadership (Institute of Education); BSc Mathematics University of Bristol

Degree: Physics, University of Warwick

Deputy Headteacher

Interest: Problem solving and understanding abstract concepts such as Infinity and Logic

“The students at Wembley strive for academic excellence.”

Deputy Headteacher

Interest: I am fascinated with space and astrophysics. Learning about things which happened so long ago or so far away makes you realise the enormity of the universe

“Students at WHTC have a thirst for knowledge which really makes them enjoyable to teach. They want to understand how and why things work and the deep knowledge they get from this curiosity makes them very successful students.”

SUBJECT ACHIEVEMENTS IN 2016 SUBJECT

% OF A*– C GRADES

SUBJECT

% OF A*– C GRADES

Economics

100

Spanish

95

French

100

Core Science

94

Further Mathematics

100

ICT

93

IGCSE English Literature

100

Mathematics

93

Psychology

100

Religious Studies

93

RS – Philosophy

100

English

88

English Literature

99

Classical Civilization

86

Additional Science

98

Geography

84

History

98

Graphic Products

79

Music

96

Drama

67

Further Additional Science

95

Ms K. Forbes

Ms F. Woolfe

Degree: MMath (Hons) Mathematics University of Reading

Degree: BA (Joint Hons) Mathematics and German University of Birmingham

Deputy Headteacher

Interest: Dynamical systems, fluid mechanics, advanced partial differential equations and vector calculus

“Our pupils’ thirst for knowledge and academic success is remarkable which makes teaching an absolute pleasure.

I am proud to be able to facilitate their learning in many areas so that they can go on to lead successful lives.”

Assistant Headteacher

Interest: The concept of infinity, in particular exploring infinite series and sub-divisibility

“Students at Wembley High are hard-working and ambitious. It is a pleasure to work with such enquiring minds and help them to achieve their success.”

A*– A GRADES GCSE SUBJECTS SUBJECT

% OF A*– A GRADES

SUBJECT

% OF A*– A GRADES

IGCSE English Literature

100

Mathematics

55

French

95

Further Additional Science

54

Philosophy

90

Geography

51

Further Mathematics

80

Music

48

History

75

Classical Civilisation

46

Religious Studies

61

ICT (GCSE)

46

English Literature

60

Spanish

46

“Leaders set very high standards for the school’s performance, and rigorously evaluate how well they are doing against these standards.”

Brent Schools Partnership Review, February 2017

Ms S. Cruickshank

Ms A. Costello

Degree: BSc Biomedical Science Physiology (1st class Hons) University of Aberdeen

Degree: MA in English Literary Studies (with Distinction) and BA Hons in English Literature Durham University

Assistant Headteacher

Interest: Understanding homeostatic control mechanisms and the biochemistry of respiration is of particular interest to me

“Our students are resilient, resourceful and hard working. Their thirst for knowledge inspires me to stay ahead of the curve.”

English

Interest: For my master’s degree, I gave particular focus to Modern Irish and Elegiac poetry, Post-War British Drama, and focused my dissertation on social mobility in the novels of Thomas Hardy

“The resilience and determination of Wembley High students is a delight to see. Their commitment to success is inspirational.”

AN OUTSTANDING CURRICULUM The strong academic ethos of Wembley High underpins a broad and balanced curriculum. Our fundamental belief is that pupils are entitled to an individually tailored curriculum that suits their personal needs.

We always ensure that pupils are provided with textbooks, resources and online tuition to supplement classroom learning and to develop pupils into creative, resilient and independent learners.

Key Stage 3 Curriculum (Years 7 and 8)

Key Stage 4 Curriculum (Years 9, 10 and 11)

Key Stage 5 Curriculum (Years 12 and 13)

There is an emphasis on English, Mathematics and Science and significant time is devoted to develop key competencies and the skills needed for GCSEs in Key Stage 4. In addition, pupils study a wide range of subjects including the arts, languages, humanities, DT, ICT and RS.

At Key Stage 4, English Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Spanish, a Humanity, Science, Religious Studies, PE and ICT are compulsory. The other subjects form part of our options and the qualification types and hours spent studying each subject are tailored to the needs to each individual pupil.

At Key Stage 5, we offer a wide variety of courses that prepare pupils for university study.

All subjects are studied for 5 hours / week and students will typically take 4 subjects in Year 12 and carry on with 3 subjects in Year 13. Pupils also have 1 hour / week of Personal Development lessons where they receive personalised tuition on study skills and support with their applications to university.

Art

Art

GCSE & BTEC

Biology GCSE Business

GCSE & BTEC

Art

A Level

Drama GCSE

Biology

A Level

DT

English Language

GCSE

Business

A Level

English

English Literature

GCSE

Chemistry

A Level

Geography

French GCSE

Economics

A Level

History

Geography GCSE

English Literature

A Level

ICT

Graphic Products

GCSE

French

A Level

Mathematics

ICT

GCSE & Vocational

Geography

A Level

Music

Mathematics (Further) GCSE

History

A Level

PE

Music

Mathematics

A Level

Religious Studies

PE BTEC

Drama

Science Spanish

Chemistry GCSE

GCSE & BTEC

Photography GCSE Physics GCSE Religious Studies

GCSE

Science (Combined)

GCSE

Spanish GCSE

Mathematics (Further) A Level Physics

A Level

Psychology

A Level

Religious Studies

A Level

Sociology

A Level

Spanish

A Level

“The curriculum is highly effective in allowing pupils to excel academically, while encouraging them to develop their skills.�

Brent Schools Partnership Review, February 2017

A SCIENCE FOCUS Wembley High has a vibrant and energetic Science Department with a team of highly qualified teachers who have worked at the forefront of their fields.

In Years 7 and 8, pupils master core scientific knowledge whilst developing their investigative skills which form the building blocks for GCSE courses that start in Year 9. Almost half of our pupils study triple science GCSEs. We are able to offer our brightest pupils a challenging Further Additional Science GCSE while continuing to provide targeted support.

The sciences are the most popular A-Level choices for our pupils and we have built a reputation for outstanding results over many years. We provide individual tuition to all pupils in Year 12 and 13 and are able to stretch our brightest pupils to reach excellence.

Our connections with the top universities have allowed students to gain experience in innovative research laboratories. Every year a substantial number of our Sixth Form pupils go on to read Science, Engineering or Medicine degrees at the most prestigious universities.

“Your school is amongst the top state-funded schools in England for the percentage of pupils entering the core academic subjects included in the English Baccalaureate. These subjects are vital for giving pupils the best start in life and ensuring they have the widest range of opportunities available to them.”

Rt Hon Nick Gibb MP (Minister of State for School Standards), March 2017

Dr M. Barnes

Mr X. Liu

Chemistry

Biology

Degree: BSc (Hons) Oceanography University of Southampton MRes Marine Science University of Plymouth PhD Marine Biogeochemistry University of Essex

Degree: BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science King’s College, London MSc Molecular Biology and Pathology of Viruses Imperial College, London

Interest: I am particularly interested in linking optical and chemical properties of dissolved and particulate organic matter in the aquatic environment, and the reactions of organosulfur compounds

“Students’ maturity and reflective attitudes ensures they are constantly seeking to improve, and they demonstrate remarkable intellectual and academic progress throughout their time at Wembley High.”

Interest: I am particularly interested in disease and infection, microbiology and virology

“Ambitious and independent thinking students with a real drive and thirst for knowledge.”

A MATHEMATICS FOCUS Wembley High has one of the country’s leading Mathematics Departments. Our pupils progress more between Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 4 than nearly any other school in the country. In Mathematics, we achieved the 3rd highest progress score of 1.33 in the country in 2016. The Maths Department not only succeeds at GCSE but also has been placed in the top 1% of schools nationally for A-Level Mathematics.

We recognise that having strong qualifications in GCSE and A-Level Mathematics are essential for the best universities and career paths; therefore, we have dedicated resources to ensuring that our students achieve the highest possible grades.

Our pupils participate in various extra curricular activities including the Maths Challenge, the BP Challenge and the National Cipher Challenge. Pupils from KS3 through to KS5 also take part in visits to universities in order to develop them further into well-rounded high-achieving mathematicians.

“All teachers are subject specialists who demonstrate excellent levels of subject knowledge. Their confidence and expertise gain them the respect of students. All lessons are very well planned... Students say they really enjoy their lessons.”

Ofsted Subject Inspection, 2011

Mr S. Cummins

Miss S. Lowe

Degree: Mathematics BSc University of Warwick

Degree: BEconSc Economics University of Manchester

Interest: Number Theory, Differential Equations

Interest: Behavioural economics and government intervention

Mathematics

“The students at Wembley High are exceptionally hardworking and endeavour to succeed in everything they do.”

Economics & Mathematics

“Students at Wembley High are driven to achieve the best results that they can, and are fully supported in doing so by their teachers.”

ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE Our approach to teaching English is both traditional and innovative, with a highly specialised curriculum for Year 7 students that adopts a systematic approach to developing skills in reading and writing as well as speaking and listening.

We are passionate about promoting enjoyment of reading and all Year 7, 8 and 9 students are given a book to keep every term as a part of the Wider Reading Programme.

Our pupils participate in the First Story programme, which fosters creativity, literacy and talent. Our students work with high profile authors such as Mark Haddon, Philip Pullman and the former Poet Laureate, Andrew Motion, resulting in their work being published.

“Teachers use their excellent subject knowledge and passion for their subjects to enthuse pupils with a love of learning. This ensures that pupils know how to succeed in their subjects” Teaching, Learning and Assessment Report, April 2017

Ms H. Jones

Miss O. Jackson

Degree: English Literature and Philosophy (BA Hons), Leadership (MA) Leeds University and University College London

Degree: English Literature MA (Hons) University of Edinburgh, University of Virginia

English

Interest: I am passionate about studying the literature of Austen, the Bronte sisters and Dickens

“The pupils at Wembley High are a delight to teach as they are well behaved, hardworking and motivated to achieve.”

English

Interest: Romanticism, Modernism, and Modern American Literature

“It is a pleasure to teach pupils who truly value and are so invested in their own education.”

Ensuring the Best Start We have a Wembley High way of doing things that works.

We enable students and parents to make a smooth transition which is enjoyable and successful. We operate a setting policy and pupils are placed in specially tailored groups to ensure that every child makes maximum progress.

Parents can track their child’s attendance, behaviour and achievements online. A dedicated Year Leader is available to make sure pupils settle in quickly, understand the routines and expectations and begin achieving academic excellence. We are a strict school and will appeal to parents who support high standards of uniform, behaviour and academic excellence.

“Safeguarding staff are meticulous and make sure that the policy and procedures are monitored, evaluated and understood by staff. Systems and record keeping are scrupulous.”

Report on Safeguarding and Child Protection, February 2017

Miss J. Bowen

Mr T. Birtles

French and Spanish

Religious Studies

Degree: BA Modern Languages, University of Oxford MA in Translation and Interpreting Studies University of Manchester

Degree: BA Philosophy, MA English Literature The University of Warwick

Interest: Linguistics

“My aim at Wembley High is to impart my love of languages to my students.”

Interest: I am primarily interested in twentieth century existential philosophy, the works of German romantics and their contribution to the climate of atheism and secularism in western Europe

“Pupils at Wembley High always impress me with their thirst for knowledge in spiritual matters and their ability to form incredibly sophisticated philosophical arguments from a very early stage at the school.”

Outstanding Progress Our progress data for all groups of students is one of the best in the country and has earned us recognition

by Rt Hon Nick Gibb MP (Minister of State for School Standards) in March 2017.

Our students’ outstanding progress is aided by rigorous target setting and monitoring. Master lessons and revision sessions are very popular in Science, Mathematics, English, Geography, History, Languages, Art, Drama, Graphics, Religious Studies and ICT are very well attended.

We have developed extensive links with the highly prestigious schools and universities and they bring in their expertise to support pupils.

3rd highest school in England with a Maths progress score of 1.33

4th highest school in England with Progress 8 score of 1.14

6th highest school

in England with English Baccalaureate progress score of 1.31

Mr E. Martin

Mr B. Harrison

Degree: BA Geography University of Southampton

Degree: BA (Hons) Geography University of Leeds

Interest: Development Geographies is an area of particular interest for me

Interest: I am fascinated by retail geography and it’s interactions with space, society and the ever changing economic and political landscape

Geography

“The students at Wembley High are exceptional in their high expectations of themselves, they are motivated to succeed.”

Geography

“A desire to engage, enquire and extend their learning beyond the classroom is what makes students at Wembley High an absolute pleasure to teach.”

EXTRA CURRICULAR The College gives students hundreds of opportunities outside the classroom.

Some of our most popular trips and residential trips are listed below.

AOL Ltd, London Trip

Kings College Trip

Sam Wanamaker Theatre

ARUP Office, London Visit

Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford University

Science Museum

Bright Futures Residential Programme

Lords Cricket Ground

Brilliant Restaurant

Old Vic

Circle Housing, Kings Cross, London Visit

PGL Activities Centre

Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge Jesus College, University of Cambridge Trip

Scout, Orpington Trip Tate Modern The National Gallery

Playhouse Theatre

UKMT Junior Team Mathematics Challenge Trip

River Thames Boat Cruise

Wales Trip

Royal Academy Royal Festival Hall

In addition, there are numerous trips, visits and fixtures which are sports related, e.g. football, cricket, athletics, netball, etc.

Ms E. Woods Business

Degree: BA Management University of Sheffield Interest: The impact of changes in the global economic environment on business and citizens

“Students at WHTC are both aspirational and inspirational. Their dedication and commitment to academic success is unparalleled.�

“Review of the Sixth Form Provision at Wembley High Technology College found that the Sixth Form was outstanding.”

Brent Schools Partnership Review, February 2017

EXCELLENT RESULTS IN THE SIXTH FORM Subject

Percentage A*–C

Percentage A*–E

Business

70

100

Economics

76

100

English Literature

100

100

Further Mathematics

100

100

History

83

100

ICT

100

100

Mathematics

90

100

Physics

78

100

Psychology

73

100

Religious Studies

100

100

Sociology

88

100

Biology

81

98

Chemistry

79

97

Geography

67

83

Mr P. Bhatia

Mr S. Costello

Degree: BSc Economics and Politics; MSc Public Policy Queen Mary, University of London

Degree: BA History and MA in Educational Leadership The University of York and the Institute of Education

Interest: Development Economics

Interest: International Relations 1900–1991

Associate Headteacher for Sixth Form

“Our students are a privilege to work with. They are ambitious, aspirational and aim to be the leaders of the future. They inspire me every day.”

Assistant Headteacher

“Wembley High pupils are highly motivated and pursue excellence at all times. Their commitment to academic studies and contribution to the local community is something that makes pupils at Wembley High very unique.”

SIXTH FORM SUCCESS Excellent A Level results enable students to gain places at university.

• 99% pass rate A*– E and 58% of all grades were A*– B • 84% of all grades were A*– C • ALPS grade 2 for A2 – OUTSTANDING

For September 2017, 78% of pupils currently hold an offer from at least one Russell Group University and 99% hold a university offer. 2 pupils hold an offer from Oxbridge and other popular destinations include UCL (32 offers), King’s College (30 offers) and Warwick (23 offers).

• ALPS grade 3 for AS – EXCELLENT • Top 5% of Sixth Forms in the country

University Destinations 2016 Accounting and Finance Middlesex University University of Hertfordshire University of Kent Birkbeck, University of London Coventry University Brunel University London Aeronautical Engineering City, University of London Aerospace Engineering University of Surrey Anthropology and Sociology Brunel University London Automotive Engineering with Motorsport University of Hertfordshire Biology Royal Holloway, University of London Oxford Brookes University Biomedical Sciences Brunel University London Queen Mary University of London University College London University of Kent King’s College London Royal Holloway, University of London Coventry University Business and Management Brunel University London Middlesex University University of Greenwich

Computer Science Cardiff University University of Birmingham University of Surrey Queen Mary University of London

Human Resource Management University of Roehampton

Nutrition (Human Nutrition) Kingston University

Human Rights and Sociology Kingston University

Computer Graphics, Vision and Games Aberystwyth University Middlesex University

International Development/Human Geography University of Nottingham

Pharmacy University of Reading University College London King’s College London

Computer Systems Engineering University of Kent Criminology and Sociology/ Psychology Royal Holloway, University of London University of Roehampton University of Southampton Dentistry King’s College London Economics and Finance/ Accounting/ Mathematics/ Management University of East Anglia Queen Mary University of London Brunel University London Royal Holloway, University of London University of Southampton University of Essex Engineering Brunel University London English King’s College London Brunel University London

Business University of Hertfordshire

Financial Economics University of Leicester

Business and Management University of Greenwich

Forensic Science University of Kent University of West London

Chemical Engineering University of Birmingham Chemistry University of Southampton University of Warwick Civil Engineering City, University of London Brunel University London

International Relations and Modern Languages/ Politics University of East Anglia University of Leicester University of Portsmouth

Pharmaceutical Science University of Hertfordshire Kingston University Pharmacology and Innovative Therapeutics Queen Mary University of London

Landscape Architecture Birmingham City University

Philosophy, Politics and Economics University of York

Law City, University of London Birkbeck, University of London Middlesex University University of Leicester London Metropolitan University

Physics with Particle Physics Queen Mary University of London

Marketing Middlesex University

Psychology University of Southampton University of Roehampton University of Hertfordshire Aston University

Mathematics with Actuarial Science/ Physics/ Finance King’s College London University of Southampton Imperial College London University of Brighton Mechanical Engineering University of Warwick Birmingham City University

Global Health Queen Mary University of London

Medicine Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy University of Oxford University College London University of Cambridge University of Birmingham

Health and Science (Foundation) Coventry University

Natural Sciences University College London

History University of Oxford

Neuroscience Aston University

Politics Queen Mary University of London University College London

Science and Engineering Foundation Programme Queen Mary University of London Social Policy University of York Sociology (and Criminology) University of Portsmouth Brunel University London Theoretical Physics Queen Mary University of London

“Wembley High Technology College is a really ‘Outstanding’ place to be. This popular and heavily oversubscribed school offers all its students the chance to succeed, and they clearly know and appreciate it.”

Ofsted, September 2008

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