It is a broadening of the learning experience designed to enhance the basic curriculum and place it in the wider context of the world we live in.
Enrichment is split into three strands - Skills, Service, Creative - and students are expected to choose one activity from each strand every term.
Please note that the Lifeguard Qualification and Medics courses run for the whole year and participants will be expected to complete the whole course.
These are the activities on offer to our Sixth Formers this year:
Lifeguard Qualification - A year-long course that gives students a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ), widely recognised by pools in the UK and around the world.
Medics - Essential for aspiring medics. Amongst other things, students will cover interview skills, preparation for the UKCAT and BMAT and extra practical work.
Money Management - Practical guidance on budgeting, saving and investing, as well as a number of other critical topics.
British Sign Language - Delivered by Deafness Support Network and designed to give participants basic competency in BSL.
Seminars of Curiosity - Designed to develop critical thinking skills, analytical skills and promote confident self-expression; all key skills valued by universities and employers alike.
TEFL - The course will lead to a recognised Teaching English and a Foreign Language qualification (level 2) which can be used to teach English abroad or online.
Momentum: Move, Stretch and Energise - A mix of active sessions including martial arts movement, fitness to music and a mobility and stress session, all taught by celebrity trainer, Pierre Pozzuto.
Schools - Students will visit a local primary school to support class teachers, helping with reading, numeracy, sport and other activities.
Care Homes - An excellent opportunity for students who want to give back to the community, as well as those who are interested in studying Medicine.
Biodiversity and Conservation - Working together, students will develop green areas on the school site, and work on providing new habitats for wildlife.
Cheshire Horse Sanctuary - An ideal option for animal lovers, students will support staff in looking after the horses, organise events and achieve fundraising goals.
Mentoring - An opportunity to mentor junior school pupils in a variety of subjects including IT, art, science and music.
Ashtanga Yoga and Sound Bath - Ashtanga Yoga teaches strength and flexibility whilst sound baths are great for reducing stress, clearing mental fog and supporting better sleep
Carpentry - A practical course in which students will practise and perfect a number of skills whilst working towards individual and group projects.
Podcasts - A creative and collaborative option in which students plan, script and record their own podcasts on topic that matter to them. Completed episodes will be uploaded for the wider school community to enjoy.
Photography -Using famous photographers as inspiration, students will improve the quality and creativity of their photos.
Printmaking - Explore block printing, lino cutting and simple etching techniques.
