We believe that it is important for students to make the most from their time at the Academy and we are proud of the varied activities and opportunities available to students during the academic year.

All teaching staff contribute to our enrichment programme, resulting in a variety of clubs and extra-curricular activities. We expect students to take part in at least one session from our enrichment programme per week but with so many to choose from, many stay for more! 

Enrichment programme activities are based on sports, arts, science and technology, music and languages to name just a few. We have a range of performing arts based activities including drama and music clubs and students have the opportunity to take part in our Academy performances to which parents and the local community are invited.

Whole Academy events allow students to take part in activities beyond the classroom, to have fun and enrich students’ experience.  Events include themed days, presenting assemblies, sports day, productions and concerts etc. 

Events and Visits

Enriching the lives of our students comes in many forms, not just extra-curricular clubs. On-site events, residential, day trips and short visits encourage students to experience different environments, cultures and to meet new people, giving opportunities to increase their curiosity, organisational skills, personal initiative and self-confidence. 

We offer a wide variety of events and visits to enhance learning, uncover new interests and help prepare students for the next stage of their education or employment. 

This includes themed weeks such as National Careers week, team building, sports day, productions and concerts. Visiting employers, lecturers and speakers provide course and pastoral and careers related talks. These raise awareness for students beyond that of Academy staff and provide insights into different approaches to learning.

Tutorial time provides activities focused on students’ skills including:

• Literacy
• Careers information, advice and guidance
• Bullying and pastoral matters.          

Citizenship based activities encourage student participation in events such as Children in Need and Comic Relief, where fundraising develops students’ planning, decision making and organisational skills.

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