Here at Bosworth Independent College we recognise the time and effort involved in any local business investing in taking a student on work experience. Whilst studying the GCSE programme students are required to go on a two week work placement. Through the Connexions website they are able to search for local companies who take part in the scheme.

One example of a recent placement is Charlotte Brookes (pictured left) a current GCSE student at Bosworth Independent College, she chose to join, John Roan Photography. During her time Charlotte experienced, portrait sittings, show homes and a charity golf event. Charlotte is pictured here in a mock golf magazine front cover which all participants of the day took away as a souvenir. Charlotte found it fascinating to be behind the camera, "I didn’t realise how much work was involved setting up the lights and preparing for the shot to be taken. I now understand the time required for each shot."

The team praised Charlotte for being a pleasure to have around and someone who engaged well with the various projects.

Irfan Bhatti (pictured right) another GCSE student at Bosworth Independent College, had a two week placement with a major electrical retailer. Irfan spent time ticketing, merchandising and selling products. The store staff described him as a natural salesman who was very industrious. Irfan really enjoyed his experience with this retailer, especially picking up selling tips from the team.

Alan Morton Course Director believes:

"Work experience for students of this age group provides a great insight into the world of work and the students certainly return with increased confidence".

Bosworth Independent College is home to approximately 320 students, 75% of these students are EU or International students that board with the College. For these students along with our UK students the opportunity to work for 2 weeks with a local business proves to be an invaluable experience.

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Confirming your return flight

The airlines are now confirming flights to the UK and therefore students who have been unable to travel should now contact their airline and try to secure a seat at the earliest date possible. Once you have a confirmed booking please email the details to admin2@bosworthcollege.com. Once we know your return date we can support you and advise regarding exams and school work.

Should you require a taxi transfer from the airport your flight details will be passed to Kim Cooke who will email confirmation of your taxi booking. Please provide accurate information with the flight date and number, arrival airport and terminal and of course the expected arrival time. In order to confirm a taxi booking please advise at least 48 hours prior to your flight and remember that the office is closed over a week end.

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News Update: Flight delays

First of all for those students with exams try not to panic, we will post news on the web site and provide support where possible. Please read the information below:

• We have postponed the Art and Russian oral exams and will re-scheduled them as students return
• Special consideration for students affected by a delayed return will be submitted to the various exam boards
• Use your time effectively to revise and go to the relevant subject web sites (AQA, Edexcel and OCR) to find past papers.
• Should students have any particular subject questions please email your questions to admin10@bosworthcollege.com. On your email please state clearly in the subject box your course and subject. For example if you have a question related to geography write: GCSE/Year 2/Geog. Your emails will be referred to the relevant Head of Departments.
• Once students are back the College will provide additional lessons as necessary.
  

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(Pictured above: Cavan Tian Vun Foo winning the County title at his first attempt)

Under 18 Table-Tennis Champ

Bosworth Independent College is very proud to announce that student Cavan Tian Vun Foo, from Malaysia, has just won the Northamptonshire County Table-Tennis (Single) Under 18 Championship 2010. Cavan joined our 18 month A Level programme in January 2010. He joined the local Table-Tennis club three months ago and currently trains with them two evenings a week.

For the Singles title, whilst Cavan was seeded number one, in the Final he had to fight off competition from the Two Time Defending Champion, a true challenge. With a 2-0 lead his opponent fought back to 2-2 but he finally clinched it 3 sets to 2 to take the Under 18 Single title.

Cavan also competed in the Under 18 Doubles title, seeded number two for the doubles his partnership managed to beat the number one seeded pair. With his partner Aaron Ark he managed to hold off the competition in 3 sets to 2.

Every week Cavan will also take part in a League match and currently he is ranked 21/500 in this League.

Well done Cavan on your superb achievement within your first 4 months at Bosworth! We wish you continued success with the Northamptonshire County Club.

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