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15/05/25

Tomorrow's exams...#examupdate#wearevalleypark pic.twitter.com/VygygAu9Ml— Valley Park School () May 15, 2025

14/05/25

Tomorrow's exams...#examupdate#wearevalleypark pic.twitter.com/ARJzkAULXU— Valley Park School () May 14, 2025

13/05/25

Tomorrow's exams...#examupdate#wearevalleypark pic.twitter.com/mJy4zeLFFs— Valley Park School () May 13, 2025

13/05/25

Last week, the Gallery hosted 4 heats of The Voice VP and the Judges' lists rapidly filled up. Audiences were very supportive and we’ve raised lots of money for our chosen charities. On Friday, The final takes place, and all money goes to Decaf!#thevoicevp pic.twitter.com/E3jPwjMTBD— Valley Park School () May 13, 2025

13/05/25

We held a writing competition for World Book Day back in March, and the winners have finally been announced. From 5 finalists, two talented writers emerged: Joseph and Seraphina, both in year 9! Congratulations on your well deserved win!#wearevalleypark pic.twitter.com/f1jd6ecyVB— Valley Park School () May 13, 2025

13/05/25

At last month’s VIAT Spring Concert, students were awarded Silver & Gold Awards for their contributions to our Music Department. Congratulations to Lucie, Scarlette, Gergana, Layla, Sophie, Holly, Daisy, Bami, Ashley, Maddie & Nadia! #wearevalleyparkmusicians pic.twitter.com/TktIvs9j9F— Valley Park School () May 13, 2025

12/05/25

Tomorrow's exams...#examupdate#wearevalleypark pic.twitter.com/QMxR7rhKnt— Valley Park School () May 12, 2025

12/05/25

On 29 April, we hosted VIAT Speaks, a public speaking event for students from VIAT secondary schools. Isabella won ‘Most Inspirational Speech’, whilst Hamish won best speaker. They were articulate, confident, and embodied our values. pic.twitter.com/NsxZfyfWkM— Valley Park School () May 12, 2025

12/05/25

We have a vacancy for a History teacher. Please apply via our website...https://t.co/Ar35aRngS1 pic.twitter.com/k3QOEVfB3A— Valley Park School () May 12, 2025

12/05/25

House Point update...#wearevalleypark pic.twitter.com/DPXONxdkz4— Valley Park School () May 12, 2025

11/05/25

Tomorrow's exams...#examupdate#wearevalleypark pic.twitter.com/w58HyFjXnN— Valley Park School () May 11, 2025

11/05/25

There are many reasons why a student might struggle with attendance at school. Valley Park has a dedicated team to help & support you. To speak to someone, contact us by phone or email & a member of the attendance team will get back to you. pic.twitter.com/j9zJNf9oxg— Valley Park School () May 11, 2025

08/05/25

Tomorrow's exams...#examupdate#wearevalleypark pic.twitter.com/58Z4pkC8gz— Valley Park School () May 8, 2025

07/05/25

Tomorrow's exams... pic.twitter.com/eKjdA8ueRa— Valley Park School () May 7, 2025

07/05/25

There's a cabaret performance on 22 May in the Gallery in aid of the Young Lives Foundation. It's called All That Jazz and starts at 6pm. You can buy tickets from Evolve. https://t.co/4RISmTZUN2 #wearevalleyparkcabaret pic.twitter.com/rSAdsBXFWL— Valley Park School () May 7, 2025

06/05/25

Tomorrow's exams are... pic.twitter.com/oW9ZwURwVm— Valley Park School () May 6, 2025

06/05/25

The main event for the week ahead is the first four heats of the Voice VP. Come and support your house and raise money for charity!#wearevalleypark#wearevalleyparkthevoice#supportyourhouse pic.twitter.com/zYB32zZ2S9— Valley Park School () May 6, 2025

05/05/25

Tomorrow's exams... pic.twitter.com/ThBZw3oFa3— Valley Park School () May 5, 2025

04/05/25

If a student’s attendance at the end of Term 4 was below 90% this means that they have missed at least 12 days or 60 hours of learning across the school year. pic.twitter.com/eLWAfOoATD— Valley Park School () May 4, 2025

01/05/25

Tomorrow's exams...#examupdate#wearevalleypark pic.twitter.com/bQfiC6VZIx— Valley Park School () May 1, 2025

01/05/25

The Performing Arts department took students from Sixth Form to see Great Gatsby the Musical in Londons West End. A fantastic show which the students are currently studying as part of their Unit 2. #wearevalleyparkperformingarts pic.twitter.com/nImm5sScij— Valley Park School () May 1, 2025

01/05/25

Beltane signals the onset of summer and is a favored occasion for Pagans to perform handfasting ceremonies, akin to weddings. Traditionally, communities ignited bonfires and danced around maypoles, celebrating age-old spring rituals for fertility. pic.twitter.com/Qm4n0J9dht— Valley Park School () May 1, 2025

30/04/25

Tomorrow's exams...#examupdate#wearevalleypark pic.twitter.com/QPKzpFizaQ— Valley Park School () April 30, 2025

30/04/25

The Royal Marines Band Service visited Valley Park, giving a careers talk and conducting workshops on orchestral quintets and rudimental drumming. Bugler Budden and Marine Reiss travelled from CTCRM Lympstone for the event. pic.twitter.com/DCYAHeCbVn— Valley Park School () April 30, 2025

29/04/25

The news is out! We're already preparing for our next production. Over 100 students from year 7-13 turned up for the dance auditions for '13 The Musical'. #wearevalleyparkproductions #13 pic.twitter.com/ae758BeTal— Valley Park School () April 29, 2025

Health and Social Care

Pearson Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care (Extended Certificate)

This is a practical, work-related course, which introduces you to the employment opportunities available in Health & Social Care. It’s the biggest growing employment sector in the UK; the BTEC Nationals are designed to relate to the National Occupancy Standards for the Care Sector.

BTEC works for Health and Social Care

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

GCSE English, Maths and Science Grade 4 and above 

RECOMMENDED SUBJECT COMBINATIONS

Psychology

Applied Science Sport Biology Criminology

WHAT TO EXPECT

The Pearson Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care (Extended Certificate) allows students to engage in a broad investigation of various aspects of the health and social care sector. It is an Alternative Academic Qualification (AAQ) designed for post-16 students with an interest in health and social care and aiming to progress to higher education as a route to graduate level employment.

UNITS STUDIED

Three compulsory units and two external assessment/examinations.

  • Unit 1 Human Lifespan and development
  • Unit 2 Human biology and health - One compulsory units internal assessment  
  • Unit 3 Principles of health and social care practise  - One internal assessed optional units  
  • Unit 4 Health, policy and wellbeing
  • Unit 5 Promoting Health Education  
  • Unit 6 Safe environments in Health and Social Care  
  • Unit 7 Health Science  

Specification

HOW IT’S ASSESSED

There are four units of study in total. Over the two years two units are assessed through coursework portfolios which are externally verified and two are examinations.

TRANSFERABLE SKILLS

Managing Yourself

  1. Taking personal responsibility
  2. Personal strengths and resilience
  3. Career orientation planning
  4. Personal goal setting

Effective Learning

  1. Managing own learning
  2. Continuous learning
  3. Secondary research skills
  4. Primary research skills

Interpersonal Skills

  1. Written communications
  2. Verbal and non-verbal communications
  3. Teamwork
  4. Cultural and social intelligence

Solving Problems

  1. Critical thinking
  2. Problem solving
  3. Creativity and innovation

PROGRESSION

This qualification can lead to progression to the following degrees:

  • BSC Nursing
  • BSC Social Work
  • BSC Subjects Allied to Health 

WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT?

Students will develop knowledge and skills throughout this qualification that are key to health and social care related degrees. Students have the potential to develop transferable and study skills becoming well-rounded individuals, better prepared for the demands of Higher Education.