14. Awards
What other people say!
2010 High School of the Year
2011 ‘Excellent’ boarding. No less
than ‘Good’ in any area –
Independent School Inspectors
2012 Award of Excellence –
UK Independent Schools Association
2013 Praised as Centre of
Excellence in UK Government
Handbook
16. Routes to university for international students
The UK’s leading university pathways
Excellence in English language
A level
International Baccalaureate
Foundation
17. Education as a Triangle
Pre-Degree (School/College)
MANY SUBJECTS
Degree (Undergraduate)
SINGLE SUBJECT (Combined possible)
Post Graduate
SINGLE SUBJECT
IN DEPTH
Student
Teacher
18. The right course for you!
CATS College LondonCATS College CanterburyCATS College Cambridge
Sept, Jan (IELTS 4.0)Sept, Jan, Apr, Jul (IELTS 4.0)Sept, Jan (IELTS 4.0)Pre: Programme
Sept (IELTS 5.0)Sept, Jan (IELTS 5.0)Sept (IELTS 5.0)A level (6 terms)
Sept (IELTS 5.5)n/a
Fast-track A level
(3 terms)
n/aSept (IELTS 5.5)n/a
International Baccalaureate
Diploma
Sept, Jan Fast-track (IELTS
4.5+)
Sept, Jan (IELTS 4.5)Sept (IELTS 4.5)University Foundation
Sept, Jan (IELTS 4.0)Sept, Jan (IELTS 4.0)Sept, Jan (IELTS 4.0)High School Term
Sept, Jan, Apr, Jul (IELTS 3.5)Sept, Jan, Apr, Jul (IELTS 3.5)Sept, Jan, Apr, Jul (IELTS 3.5)AEP Termly
Up to 7 wksUp to 7 wksUp to 7 wksAEP Weekly
n/aSept, Jan, Apr (IELTS 4.0+)Sept, Jan (launch date – tbc)GCSE (6, 5 & 4 terms)
Sept (IELTS 5.5)n/an/a
Fast-track Medics Programme
(3 terms)
Jan (IELTS 5.0)n/aJan (IELTS 5.0)A level (5 terms)
n/a
20. Why GCSEs?
• Full GCSE programme, take 5 to 6 GCSEs
• Internationally recognised qualification
• Transferable qualification for next stage of studies
• Delivered in an international school environment
• Tailored for international students
21. A levels
• UK students take two years to complete
• Highly specialised and in-depth
• Choice of subjects determined by:
– GCSE results
– career and university aspirations
22. A levels
• Year 1 : AS, Year 2 : A2
• AS + A2 = A Level
• Grades A* to E
• Need to do well from the start
• There will be minimum AS requirements
23. How many A levels?
• The standard is three
• Some very good students do four (A2 level)
• The fourth subject will not be included in the offer
(Oxbridge is different)
• Must be able to get all A grades
24. A wide range of pathways and subjects
Pathway CATS College
Medicine/Dentistry/Pharmacy
Business, Finance, Economics
Life Sciences
Subjects
CATS College students can choose
from over 30 subject choices and
combinations subject to pathway
blocking
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths,
Further Maths, Business Studies,
Accounting, Computing, Economics,
History, Geography, Psychology,
English Literature, History of Art,
Sociology, Media Studies, Politics,
Photography, French, Italian, Fine
Art, Law, Spanish, Chinese and
more.
Engineering
Humanities, Social Science, Law
Media
Art & Design
Architecture
Languages
25. The UK’s leading university pathways
Excellence in English language
• What are they?
– Three term programme of study
– Three full A level subjects
– Term 1: AS / Terms 2 and 3: A2
– September start only
One Year ‘Fast-track’ A Levels
26. One Year ‘Fast-track’ A Levels
– Accounting
– Biology
– Business Studies
– Chemistry
– Economics
– Fine Art
– French
– Geography
– German
– History
– Italian
– Maths
– Photography
– Physics
– Politics
– Psychology
– Spanish
– Sociology
Which Fast-track
A level subjects
are offered?
27. One Year ‘Fast-track’ A Levels
Pathway CATS College
Medicine/Dentistry/Pharmacy
Business, Finance, Economics
Life Sciences
Subjects
All pathways offered in London only
Engineering
Humanities, Social Science, Law
Art & Design
Architecture
Languages
28. The UK’s leading university pathways
Excellence in English language
One Year ‘Fast-track’ A Levels
• What are the course entry requirements?
– IELTS 5.5 (minimum)
– Age 17 +
– Academic:
• Completed DSE Form 6
• Gained DSE Level 4 at least in relevant subjects
29. One Year ‘Fast-track’ A Levels
• Who is it for?
– The most academically able students only
– Must be highly motivated and dedicated
– Credible candidates: don’t want to set up to fail
– Future professionals and leaders
30. One Year ‘Fast-track’ A Levels
• What are the alternatives?
– Two year A levels
– 5 term A levels (January start)
– University Foundation Programme
31. One Year ‘Fast Track’ A Levels
The UK’s leading university pathways
Excellence in English language
• Why do it?
– Why not Level 5 then go to Hong Kong university?
• May not gain Level 4 Chinese for Hong Kong university entry
– Only chance to gain entry to top UK university
32. One Year ‘Fast-track’ A Levels
• How does CATS College help Fast-track students?
• Eight hours of study per subject each week (Standard = 5 hours)
• Subject surgeries
• Weekly testing
• One-to-one tuition as needed
33. One Year ‘Fast-track’ A Levels
• What do universities think of Fast-track?
– Top ranking UK universities like it
– Native UK students take two years to achieve end result
– Fast-track students demonstrate:
• extraordinary academic ability
• determination
• ability to withstand pressure
34. One Year ‘Fast-track’ A
Levels
For example…
Reimi Konda
Fast-track student
Gained entry to University of Cambridge
Veterinary Medicine
35. The UK’s leading university pathways
Excellence in English language
• What should you do to prepare for the Fast-track programme?
– Your UCAS Personal Statement is all-important
– UCAS applications submitted by 15th January
– Ideally will provide evidence of:
• track record of academic excellence
• genuine commitment to intended career
• positions of responsibility
• voluntary / charitable work
• work experience
One Year ‘Fast-track’ A Levels
36. What is the International Baccalaureate?
The fastest growing pre-university
programme in the world
6 subjects studied offering a broad
range of study developing a
well-rounded student
37. International Baccalaureate Diploma
Achieve beyond A* at A level with up to
720 UCAS points available, this broad,
vibrant study programme is recognised
by universities across the world
38. What is studied?
• 6 subjects – a broad range of study
– 3 at higher level
– 3 at standard level
Please Note; Medical students would take two subjects from group 4 and no subjects from group 6
GROUP 4
Experimental
Sciences
GROUP 3
Individuals &
Societies
GROUP 2
Language
Acquisition
GROUP 1
Studies in
Language and
Literature
BiologyEconomicsEnglish
First
language
PhysicsGeography
Environmental
Systems & Societies
GROUP 6
The Arts
GROUP 5
Mathematics
Theatre ArtsMathematics
Visual Arts
Mathematical
Studies
International Baccalaureate Diploma subjects (only available at CATS College Canterbury)
students should select 1 subject from groups 1 to 5 shaded gold. Students should select a 6th subject from the grey shaded area of groups 2, 3, 4 or 6
Or another subject
from groups 2-4 as
follows: Beginners
Spanish, French or
History or
Chemistry
39. Plus
• An extended essay – 4,000 words, based on a subject of your choice,
demonstrating skills required to succeed at university
• Theory of Knowledge – teaching you to critically evaluate
• Creativity, Action and Service – A programme of arts, sports and
community service, developing an individual into a global citizen
40. CATS College Canterbury Results 2012
The average International Baccalaureate
Diploma point score
32.5
9% above the world average
equivalent to A*A*A* at A level
or 466 UCAS points
41. Ngoc Tram Anh Vo
received 34 points and is studying
Psychology at Bristol University
Suk Yi Chloe Poon
received 38 points and is studying
Psychology at Edinburgh University
Sherry Tsoi Wai Ho
received 35 points and is studying
Comparative Literature at Kings College
London
Lok Yan Chu
received 36 points and is studying
Management Performance at Leeds
University
Some of our IB Student’s
results and destinations
42. International Baccalaureate Point Scores
IB Diploma Points UCAS Tariff
45 720
44 698
43 676
42 654
41 632
40 611
39 589
38 567
37 545
36 523
35 501
34 479
33 457
32 435
31 413
30 392
29 370
28 348
27 326
26 304
25 282
24 260
Top score – 45 points
(A level equivalent A* A* A* A* A* +)
CATS students – 41 points
(A level equivalent: A*A*A A A)
A*A*A* equivalent at A level
43. Recent research showed
IB students get higher degree results
and higher salaries after university
Full-time first degree qualifiers by class of degree, 2008 / 09
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
first class honours third class honours
/ pass
upper
second class honours
lower
second class honours
International Baccalaureate A levels and equivalent
19.0%
14.5%
55.1% 52.6%
22.5%
27.6%
3.4% 5.3%
45. Universities Applaud the IB
“Because the IB
differentiates better
than A levels… if we
are hesitant about
making an offer, we would be more likely to
make an offer to an IB student than an A level
student.”
Cambridge Director of Admissions
“There is a stark
contrast between IB
and A level students
with the former at an
advantage”
London School of Economics
“We regard the IB as
one of the best
qualifications.
Progression from IB
Diploma students is very good indeed.”
City University
“We hold the IB
qualification in the
highest regard”
University of Edinburgh
46. University Foundation Programme
The FIRST foundation programme in the UK
Over 25 years of experience in progressing
students to Top 30 universities
Durham
St Andrews
Warwick
Bristol
LSE
47. What is a
Foundation Course?
• A Bridge
• Year 12 – 13
• One year, fast track route
• Designed for International
Students
• Language
• Academic Content
• Cultural Awareness
• Study Skills
61. The importance of getting a well rounded
education
• Top universities select students with:
– excellent academics
– extra-curricular interests
– multi-cultural understanding
62. Extra-curricular activities develop skills
• Leadership skills
• Communication skills
• Work-social balance commitment
• Dedication and enthusiasm
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Maturity of thought
• Sense of responsibility
63. Developing the whole student
• Learning to lead and
motivate others
• Work experience
• Cultural evenings
• Duke of Edinburgh
• Drama, music, art and sports
66. IB students at Bewl Water
The fastest growing Pre University Course
in the World
67. Cambridge University’s Engineering Education
Scheme at CATS College Cambridge
• A scheme in partnership with Cambridge University
• Opportunity to gain work experience at a high tech company
manufacturing specialist integrated circuits
• Students work alongside industry professionals
• 6 month programme
• Students learn technical skills and use Cambridge University’s
engineering workshops
68. Olympiad & challenges
• CATS College students take part in:
• UKMT Senior Maths Challenge
• science and mathematics Olympiads
• competitive Summer Schools
• essay writing competitions
69. CATS College Leadership Award - ASDAN
• This award is equivalent to a GCSE or an AS qualification
• Worth 70 UCAS points
• Improves employability, personal and social skills
• Students create presentations and commit to group work,
problem solving, discussion and research
• National qualification
80. Examples of extra-curricular trips –
half term
Date Time Activity Cost
Saturday 29th October 8am Salisbury & Stonehenge £31
Sunday 21st October 8am
Greenwich or
Thorpe Park
£21
£39
Monday 22nd October 7pm Bowling FREE
Tuesday 23rd October 6pm Sports Activities FREE
Wednesday 24th October
5pm
7pm
Thriller Live or We Will Rock You
Cambridge University v Blackheath RFC
£39 / £44
£1
Thursday 25th October 9am London £15
Friday 26th October 7pm
Cinema – The New James Bond Film,
Skyfall
£10
Saturday 27th October 8am
South Wales & Bath
Windsor
£99
£33
Sunday 28th October 9am Norfolk Coast Walk £20
82. Dedicated Higher Ed teams
Offering tailored advice from day one
Helping with every aspect of university
application
- Personal statements
- UCAS applications
- Mock interviews
- Additional subject specific reading
University visits
Seminars by visiting experts
On-campus annual university fair
How to apply to
University: we help
84. Gifted and Talented Programme at CATS College
• Enhanced study programme which will stretch students abilities
and allow them to achieve additional UCAS points
• Develops skills prized by top universities:
– Leadership
– Critical thinking
– Motivation
– Management skills
• Students are individually tracked and given personalised
assistance when applying to university
85. Gifted and Talented Students
• Skills developed through:
– Olympiad Challenges, STEP papers, UK Math's Challenge,
Science & Math's clubs
– Leadership Programmes
– Personal Development Awards; Excelsis Awards, Duke of
Edinburgh Award
– Sports and Clubs; weekly debating club
86. Oxbridge Programme
• The best of the Gifted and Talented group are selected for the
Oxbridge programme
• Students benefit from:
– One-on-one Oxbridge interview preparation
– Assistance with writing personal statements
– Additional one-on-one tutoring
87. CATS College Medics Programme
• Weekly medic seminars introducing topical issues
• Preparation for UKCAT and BMAT (or IMAT) tests
• Hospital + Care Home volunteering experience placements
• Support with work placements in Home country (holiday)
• UCAS: support with Personal statement + university choice and guidance
with any additional forms in support of university application
• One-one investment in interview preparation: guidance on extra reading +
mock interview with in-house experts + occasionally external academics
• Seminars led by guest research experts
• Summer school: application to Summer Work Placement at Sanger Centre
• Olympiads: Biology, Chemistry and Physics
“The Medics programme has been very helpful, especially
being guided by exceptionally experienced teachers. With the
determination and perseverance of myself and my teachers,
being accepted into a Medical School seems inevitable”
- Luke Poh, currently studying A levels and the Medics
Programme at CATS College Cambridge
90. The UK’s leading university pathways
Excellence in English language
24 hour or roaming supervised accommodation
Shared twin rooms, single rooms, single en-suite
Catered or non-catered
All accommodation walking distance or short bus trip
Accommodation
107. A Listening College
Red button on intranet
Tell us great things or things we
could do better
Goes direct to person in charge
If no reply within 24 hours you
can email or see the Principal!
108. Welfare and support
• Client Care team
• Native language tutors
• Welfare and Pastoral teams
• Nurse
• Accommodation Managers
• Activities Manager
109. Ying Hong Wei:
Answers any questions
Ensures students settle down in their
accommodation and in College
Contacts parents as required
Meets parents who come to visit
Liaises with academic tutors and the
Welfare Team
Listens to students’ concerns and
provides advice and guidance
Is their emergency contact
Assists with Chinese cultural events and
activities
Support for Chinese
students & VIP Service
110. Peter Zhao
Chinese Liaison Officer
London
Answers any questions
Ensures students settle down in their
accommodation and in College
Contacts parents as required
Meets parents who come to visit
Liaises with academic tutors and the
Welfare Team
Listens to students’ concerns and
provides advice and guidance
Is their emergency contact
Assists with Chinese cultural events and
activities
Support for Chinese
students & VIP Service
111. Liani Saudin
Chinese Liaison Officer
Canterbury
Answers any questions
Ensures students settle down in their
accommodation and in College
Contacts parents as required
Meets parents who come to visit
Liaises with academic tutors and the
Welfare Team
Listens to students’ concerns and
provides advice and guidance
Is their emergency contact
Assists with Chinese cultural events and
activities
Support for Chinese
students & VIP Service
