Enrichment Week Booklet 2024

D O R O T H Y S T R I N G E R ENRICHMENT WEEK Monday 15th - Thursday 18th July 2024

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Introduction

In the penultimate week of the academic year we are planning four days of Enrichment Activities for all students in Years 7 – 9. These will take place from Monday 15 July to Thursday 18 July 2024, and we will be offering students a wide range of activities that will give them an opportunity to learn outside of the classroom or in a different way. This is part of our extra-curricular offer, and we understand how important it is that students are able to be given opportunities that are different and enriching, which supplement their learning in the classroom.

Activities may give them the chance to face a personal challenge that takes them out of their comfort zone or to develop, or further develop, a new or established skill. They will have the opportunity to work with staff and other students in new ways which will help their personal development and allow them to engage in deeper learning.

In this booklet, you will find details of all the activities being offered this year. Activities offered may be limited to certain year groups or they may be open to all three year groups. These details are in the booklet along with any costs and equipment needed by students. The contents page provides a quick overview to assist with this.

We have tried to keep the cost of activities as low as possible. The Pupil Premium cost is also shown, which is the cost for students who receive Pupil Premium funding support. This is indicated next to the PP symbol. Please read this booklet together with your child and examine the activity details carefully. This will help to ensure your child selects an option that is appropriate for their interests and that Enrichment Week is as enjoyable and successful as possible for all involved. We are asking students to make first, second and third choices because many activities have a limited capacity, so it is not guaranteed that students will receive one of their top choices.

There is an online form for you to complete here. To secure a place on your child’s chosen activity, we require full payment by Friday 24 May 2024. It is important that your child selects an activity that you have already approved with them at home.

Next steps: • Look at the options with your child • Complete student choice form giving a first, second and third choice • Choices forms must be completed by Friday 24th November 2023.

We will allocate and confirm choices of activities in January 2024 Full payment for activities will be required by Friday 24th May 2024.

Thank you for your support - we hope everyone has a worthwhile and memorable experience.

Mr. Hillier, Headteacher

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Contents

ACTIVITY

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5 Continents in 4 Days 6 Activity Taster Sessions 7 Adur Adventure Activities 8 All About Brighton 9 Animals & Wildlife 10 Band Workshops 11 Board Games & Chess 12 Board Riders Club 13 Bright Brighton - Artists Workshop 14 Bushcraft 15 Climbing 16 Creative Writing Workshop 17 Cycling Skills 18 Dorset Residential 19 Drama & Theatre Experience 20 Dungeons & Dragons - Beginners Workshop 21 Exploring Nature 22 Girls Football & Hiking 23 Graffiti Stars Workshop 24 Graphic Design & Photography 25 Harry Potter Week 26 Hindleap Warren Residential 27

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ACTIVITY

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Hove Lagoon Watersports 28 Lego Robots 29 Meals of the Med 30 Mindful Crafting 31 Model Boat Building & Sailing 32 Multisports 33 New Forest Camping 34 Paddling at Piddinghoe 35 Russell Martin Football Academy 36 Science Fiction Week 37 Screen Printing 38 Silversmithing 39 South Downs Way Walking 40 Stadium Tours 41 Streetdance Workshop 42 Stringer Bake Off 43 Surf Camp 44 Wellbeing Retreat 45

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Activity:

5 Continents in 4 Days

General description of activities Phileas Fogg went around the world in 80 days. Are you ready to go around the world in just 4 days?

Students will spend 4 days discovering and investigating different parts of the world.

Activities will include a mixture of cultural explorations such as food tasting, quizzes, creative tasks, film and research. Students will have the chance to learn about world music, traditional dress/costumes, customs of different countries across the world and much more.

Purpose of activity To enrich students’ knowledge of the world

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years

30

Free

N/A

6

Activity:

Activity Taster Sessions

General description of activities 4 days of activities off site as follows: 1 day at Out of Bounds taking part in a range of activities including: clip n climb, adventure nets, bowling, adventure golf and footgolf.

1 day at Go Ape featuring both sessions in the treetops and ground-based activities.

1 day of activities at Bewl Water including the inflatable Aqua Park and laser tag.

1 day at Thorpe Park.

Purpose of activity Students will experience a range of both outdoor and indoor activities, have fun, try new things and learn new skills.

Important to note Students must be able to swim to take part in this activity.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

All years

40

£175 per student PP: £60 per student

equipment required Packed lunch on all days.

Clothes suitable for outdoor activities and swimming 7

Activity:

Adur Adventure Activities

General description of activities Students will take part in 4 days’ worth of activities at the Adur Activities centre in Shoreham.

Activities may include the following (dependent on tide times and availability): • • • • • • • • •

Watersports Stand up paddleboarding Kayaking Canoeing Mountain biking Indoor climbing and bouldering Archery Team games Problem solving

Days will run from 9.30am - 2.30pm at the centre.

Purpose of activity To build confidence and communication skills through team building tasks and individual problem solving activities.

Important to note Students will be responsible for the cost of their own travel to and from Shoreham for the week and will need to make their own way to the centre. If students are not able to travel on their own to Shoreham then we need to be aware and we will help provide a suitable alternative.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

7&8

40

£232 per student PP: £78 per student

Outdoor activity wear, trainers or suitable shoes, packed lunch, waterproof jacket.

8

Activity: All About Brighton

General description of activities Students will experience Brighton like never before!

Learn more about the city we live in and spend time visiting some of the amazing attractions we have on offer!.

A likely itinerary will be as follows: Day 1 – Tour of Brighton Pavilion and Brighton Museum Day 2 – Crazy golf and zip line on the seafront Day 3 – A ride up the i360 and visit to the Sealife Centre Day 4 – Time on the Pier and the Old Penny Arcade

Purpose of activity To learn about and visit parts of the city you may not have been to or heard about before.

Learn about the history of the city and see how it has changed over the years.

Other information Due to the nature of some of the activities, this option may not be suited to those with a fear of heights!

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years

30

£65 per student PP: £22 per student

Packed lunch each day

9

Activity: Animals & Wildlife

General description of activities Four days of activities all about animals and wildlife!

A likely itinerary will be as follows: Monday - A visit to school from ‘Reptylers’ who will bring a selection of snakes, lizards, tortoises, amphibians, spiders, scorpions and mini-beasts with them for students to interact with and learn about.

Tuesday - A day trip to Raystead Animal Centre and a chance to take part in a mix of educational games and activities.

Wednesday - A visit to Arundel Wetland Centre (WWF) where students will be involved in fun activities about wetland wildlife, as well as having time to explore the site in small groups.

Thursday - Day trip to Drusilla’s plus a talk on animal care and conservation from one of the keepers.

Purpose of activity To learn about and experience different habitats and environments that animals and wildlife use and live in. Students will get hands on experience and further their knowledge various aspects around animal and wildlife conservation.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

7&8

30

£90 per student PP: £30 per student

Packed lunch each day

10

Activity:

Band Workshops

General description of activities Students will gain experience performing in a band and participate in workshops, led by a local Rock Band organisation ‘Jam Brighton’. They will then have the opportunity to record a prepared song in a local recording studio with an experienced recording engineer.

Purpose of activity Improve band skills as well as individual instrumental skills, experience a professional recording studio, opportunities for performance to the rest of the group, potential to continue in their band in the future and play in school concerts.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years

30

£37 per student PP: £13 per student

Music department can provide all equipment. Students can bring their own instruments if they wish.

11

Activity:

Board Games & Chess

General description of activities Students will spend two days playing chess and two days playing board games.

Chess will comprise a 2-day tournament (with trophies for the top three players).

We will have a range of board games, with winners receiving the board game to take home.

This activity will suit students who can already play chess and who are familiar with board games.

Purpose of the activity: Improve skills, learn tactics and have fun.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years

30

£15 per student PP: £5 per student

N/A

12

Activity:

Board Riders Club

General description of activities Students will experience how various sports board riding equipment can be maintained and renovated. They will get involved in activities that include skateboard renovation and repair, Belly Board or Balance Board Making.

This activity will suit students who are happy to work on practical activities in the workshop.

Potential trip out of school.

Purpose of the activity: To develop pupils love of designing, making and board riding culture.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years

10

£25 per student PP: £8.50 per student

Practical clothes and shoes

13

Activity:

Bright Brighton Artist Workshop

General description of activities Spend 4 days with local artist Amber Elise.

Known for her Bright, Bold and Optimistic approach, Amber has created some colourful and exciting work within Brighton & Hove and further afield. Her bold use of colour translates life experiences into striking formations in the form of large-scale murals and on canvas.

During the 4 day arts programme, students will learn new techniques, using clay, collage, assemblage and sculpture - with painting, drawing and sketching in between. Students will also learn how to make their own sketchbook!

Purpose of activity To learn new techniques to help produce stunning pieces of artwork

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years

20

£88.50 per student PP: £30 per student

N/A

14

Activity: Bushcraft

General description of activities Students will take part in 4 days of Bushcraft fun. Set within Stringer’s very own woodland, participants will have an array of activities to enjoy - such as: • Building shelters • Fire lighting skills • Cooking over a campfire • General campcraft skills • Rope and knot work • Forest games

Purpose of activity To learn new skills and be involved in activities outside, experiencing nature in new ways.

Students will strengthen their teamwork skills and develop self-confidence.

year group 7&8

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

20

£20 per student PP: £7 per student

Outdoor clothing, trainers, waterproof jacket, suncream and a hat if it’s hot 15

Activity: Climbing

General description of activities

Students will take part in 4 days’ of climbing at both inside and outside locations.

Day 1 – A day at Bowles Rocks, an outside location on sandstone Day 2 – A day at Withdean Hi Sports – an indoor wall with bouldering and high rope climbing Day 3 – A day at Harrison Rocks, an outside location with multiple routes Day 4 – A day at K2, Crawley – an indoor wall offering climbs for different abilities All sessions will be lead and managed by qualified instructors.

Purpose of activity

To build confidence and develop climbing skills in a mixture of different environments.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years

14

£206 per student PP: £70 per student

Clothes suitable for climbing, trainers, packed lunch each day 16

Activity: Creative Writing Workshop

General description of activities Students will develop their writing skills and write in 4 different ways, over four different days!

Day 1: Nature and experience writing based on a visit to Preston Park Day 2: Children’s books – planning our own Day 3: Sussex Writes: Visit to Sussex University to participate in a writing workshop based on identity Day 4: Little Green Pig Workshop - Write a Play in a Day: A professional playwright will teach their industry tips and tricks, guiding students through a series of exercises and challenges across the workshop that will allow everyone to create their own short play script in just one day! That could be performed on radio/stage/screen.

Purpose of activity To develop students’ passion for writing across a range of forms.

Important information

Students will need to make their own way to and from Sussex University and Preston Park on the relevant days.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

9 All years

15 30

Free £15 per student PP: £5 per student

N/A

17

Activity:

Cycling Skills

General description of activities Students will take part in 4 days of cycling based activities including: •

Learning road safety skills and basic bike maintenance. The training takes place on the roads around school.

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Trips to Stanmer Park to develop their cycling skills with a qualified mountain bike instructor.

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A trail ride over the South Downs. This will depend on the weather conditions and risk assessments from the instructors. If it is not safe to do so, we will return to Stanmer Park.

Purpose of activity To learn and develop skills to do with cycle safety, on road and off road cycling

Equipment required Helmets and bikes can be lent to students if necessary. If students use their own bikes, they must be suitable for off road cycling and have front and rear brakes. We will check the working condition of bikes and if bikes are unsatisfactory students will be lent a bike.

Clothing suitable to wet weather conditions and getting dirty.

Packed lunch and snacks each day.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

9 All years

20 15

Free £31 per student PP: £10 per student

SeeN/A above

18

Activity:

Dorset Residential

General description of activities Buddens Activity Centre lies in the heart of the historic and beautiful Isle of Purbeck and Jurassic Coast. Students will have the opportunity to explore the natural environment and take part in a once in a lifetime activity programme in a stunning setting.

Activities are likely to be made up from the list below: • Abseiling • Archery • Bell Boating • Bushcraft • Canoeing • Climbing • Crate Stacking • Jacob’s Ladder

• Kayaking • Raft Building • Orienteering • Fire Lighting • Nightline • Stand Up Paddle Boarding • Tomahawk Throwing • Zip Wire

Transport and food will be included.

Purpose of activity To have fun, try new activities and make new friends!

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

9 All years

15 48

Free £450 per student PP: £150 per student

A full kitN/A list will be provided.

19

Activity:

Drama & Theatre Experience

General description of activities Over 4 days students will take part in a number of drama workshops and visit theatres both locally, and in London.

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Day 1 – Visit the National Theatre in Southbank. Take part in a tour and go behind the scenes at this iconic theatre. A visit to Covent Garden to watch the plethora of performance art on offer.

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Day 2 – Take part in drama workshops run by Stringer Drama alumni. Activities will include warm up and games, acting techniques, improvisation, feedback & coaching, audition tips.

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Day 3 – A backstage tour of the Theatre Royal and take part in a workshop. Then time on the seafront for some site-specific performances.

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Day 4 – Workshops in school and then a trip to the Theatre Royal to watch a performance of The 39 Steps.

Purpose of activity To engage students in a life-long love of theatre and the arts!

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All Years

45

£60 per student PP: £20 per student

Packed lunch each day

20

Activity:

Dungeons & Dragons Beginners Workshop

General description of activities Intrepid adventurers wanted! Are you an aspiring wizard, warrior, elf, or magician? Do you enjoy creating stories, teamwork, tactical challenges… and slaying the dark forces of evil?!

Then Dungeons and Dragons for absolute beginners might be the quest you’ve been seeking. Over 4 days you will have the opportunity to create your own character and take them on adventures into mysterious realms and forgotten worlds. Dare you challenge the Dungeon Master?

Dungeons & Dragons is a fantasy tabletop role-playing game where players essentially tell a collective story, that will challenge you to undertake dangerous quests, search for treasure, battle deadly foes and even carry out daring rescues. The adventure itself is only limited by the imagination of the players around the table.

• Create a character • Panit a miniature figure • Participate in an epic adventure • Watch the new film • Meet The Monsters from the Monster Manual

Purpose of activity To try a new activity, engage your imagination and take part in a mystical adventure!

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

9 All years

15 12

Free £25 per student PP: £8.50 per student

N/A

21

Activity: Exploring Nature

General description of activities Immerse yourself in Nature! Over 4 days students will take part in a variety of activities that allow them to get hands on with nature in their local environment.

Day 1 – Be a ‘Ranger for a Day’ in the South Downs National Park. Take part in some conservation work at the Seven Sisters Country Park and assist the local rangers with looking after the flora and fauna.

Day 2 – A day on the school site taking part in Bushcraft activities.

Day 3 – A visit to RHS Wisley. Take part in a workshop on Biomes & Plant Adaptations. Also enjoy time exploring the garden.

Day 4 – A visit to Wakehurst Place and KEW Gardens Seed Bank. Take part in a workshop which explores the importance of the worlds largest wild seed bank, observe the scientists at work and learn about the importance of plants to life on earth. Students will also enjoy time exploring the park.

Purpose of activity To learn about different habitats and environments both close to where we live and further afield. Get a wider understanding of issues affecting our world.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

9 All years

15 30

Free £96 per student PP: £32 per student

Packed N/A lunch each day.

22

Activity:

Girls Football & Hiking

General description of activities Students will spend 2 days learning and developing football skills, also playing small games and practicing different techniques.

The other 2 days will involve guided walks within areas of the South Downs National Park, taking in the beautiful scenery and exploring areas they may not have visited before.

This activity will be held offsite on all 4 days – further details of the exact locations will be advised nearer the time, but students will need to make their own way to and from the activity each day.

Purpose of activity Develop new skills and improve fitness. Have fun and enjoy time outside the classroom.

Equipment required Clothing suitable for sports/football and sensible footwear (walking boots or trainers).

Appropriate clothing: waterproof jacket & trousers (shorts or loose trousers).

Packed lunch & drink each day

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years 9

20 15

Free

SeeN/A above

23

Activity:

Graffiti Stars Workshop

General description of activities Students will spend 4 days taking part in workshops put on experienced artists from Graffiti Stars!

Activities will include drawing, designing, stencil making, spray painting individual graffiti pieces, large mural pieces, urban t-shirt designs, customising accessories (e.g handbags, trainers) with spray paints and leather paints, plus more…..

Purpose of activity To learn new skills and get creative!

Equipment required An item to customise (e.g. shoes, bag, jacket, wallet etc)

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years 9

30 15

£118.50 Free per student PP: £39.50 per student

SeeN/A above

24

Activity:

Graphic Design & Photography

General description of activities Students will spend 4 days developing creative skills on paper and in Photoshop. Students will gain a better understanding of what graphic design is. They will go out on location to take photographs of Urban environments. They will then learn how to edit their photographs back in the classroom. Students will be taught how to design a logo, then create an album cover for a band and an advert to go in a magazine to sell the album.

Purpose of activity

Develop creative skills and technical skills.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

Year 9

30

Free

Mobile phone with camera and charging lead to transfer the photographs.

25

Activity:

Harry Potter Week

General description of activities Students would take part in a variety of activities over the week, including: • • • • • • •

Playing Quidditch Making chocolate frog boxes; maruaders’ maps and other craft activities Making wands Writing spin offs/prequels to characters from the stories Quizzes and games Watching the films Going to the Harry Potter studios for a day during the week!

Purpose of activity • • • • •

To develop literacy and an interest in literature To engage in an area that interests them and give them a sense of enjoyment of learning and creating To develop their imagination To be creative To work and socialise with students they have not met before

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To work collaboratively

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment equipment required required

9 All years

15 40

£52.50 Free per student PP: £17.50 per student

Writing equipment, PE N/A kit / sports clothes for quidditch

26

Activity:

Hindleap Warren Residential

General description of activities Students will take part in 4 days’ of activities at the Hindleap Warren outdoor centre in Forest Row. Activities will include Team Building, Jacob’s Ladder, Crate Stack Challenge, Map Reading & Orienteering, Archery, Axe-throwing, Shelter Building, High Ropes, Abseiling, Climbing Wall, Obstacle Course, Forest Adventure plus a range of evening activities! (all subject to availability and will include a mix of, but not all) Students will stay overnight in bunkhouses and meals will be provided.

All sessions will be lead and managed by qualified instructors

Purpose of activity To have fun, try new activities, build confidence and experience a residential trip.

Other information

This is a residential trip - transport and food will be provided although a packed lunch will be required on Day 1.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment equipment required required

9 All years

15 36

Free £390 per student PP: £130 per student

A full kit list will be N/A provided.

27

Activity :

Hove Lagoon Water Sports

General description of activities Multi sports week trying a whole range of exciting activities including: • Standup paddle boarding • Dinghy sailing • Windsurfing • Kayaking • Raft building and raft racing • Land based team challenges • Wakeboarding Sessions will run from 8.30am - 3pm at Hove Lagoon.

Purpose of activity To have fun and take part in different watersports and team building.

Other information Students will be responsible for the cost of their own travel to and from Hove Lagoon for the week.

Equipment required Swimwear to wear under the wetsuit and impact vests which are provided, towel, beach shoes or trainers to get wet, bag to put your wet things in, suitable clothing for the day, sunscreen, waterproof jacket.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years 9

50 15

£206 per student Free PP: £70 per student

SeeN/A above

28

Activity :

Lego Robots

General description of activities Students will learn how to build and program various Lego robots using the latest Lego Spike Prime construction kits and software.

They will get an opportunity to design and build their own robots to compete against others.

We will end the week with a trip to Legoland to see how the professionals do it!

Purpose of activity To be creative, learn new skills and have fun.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

9 All years

15 30

Free £38 per student PP: £15 per student

N/A

29

Activity :

Meals of the Med

General description of activities Students will be provided with recipes and ingredients for a variety of Mediterranean dishes - each day we will visit a different country. They will prepare and cook the dishes from scratch.

Purpose of activity To develop skills in cooking food, while having fun.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

99 8&

15 10

Free £30 per student PP: £10 per student

N/A

30

Activity: Mindful Crafting

General description of activities Students will take part in a range of craft and mindful activities that will stimulate the mind in a positive way whilst learning new crafting skills and considering the importance of looking after yourself.

Some of the crafts include: Tote bag and candle painting, creating a bullet journal, bracelet making.

Purpose of activity To socialise, learn new skills, learn methods for dealing with stress, anxieties and the pressures of everyday life and relax.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

9 All years

15 20

Free £15 per student PP: £15 per student

N/A

31

Activity:

Model Boat Building & Sailing

General description of activities For the first 2 days students will build a remote-controlled car/boat/raft using a model kit, including learning about solar power and energy. They will then test this in a local park.

For the last 2 days students will spend 2 days learning sailing skills, based out of Brighton Marina.

Purpose of activity • • • • •

To learn about renewable energy and its uses in designing products. · To experience real life scenarios brought about by good design for the water. · To build understanding of how the world around us has been designed. · To build confidence and team work. · To learn some sailing skills (knots, wind use, navigation, team work).

Important Information

Students will be responsible for arranging their own travel to and from Brighton Marina on the third and fourth days.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years

12

£125 per student PP: £42 per student

Appropriate clothing for all activities

32

Activity: Multisports

General description of activities Over 4 days students will take part in a mixture of activities and days out.

Day 1 & 2- Multiple rotation of alternative activities, to include, water polo, tag archery, foot golf, invasion, ultimate frisbee.

Day 3 & 4 – one day spent at Brighton Pier and one day spent at Chichester Water Sports (inflatable aqua park, kayaking and paddleboarding)

Purpose of activity Fitness, enjoyment, wellbeing and learning new skills.

Important Information

Students must be confident in the water and able to swim at least 25m without stopping.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years

60

£90 per student PP: £30 per student

Packed lunch on the 2 days off site. Swimwear for water sports.

33

Activity:

New Forest Camping

General description of activities This is a 4-day residential in the New forest. Students will camp in bell tents and take part in a variety of activities including some of the below: • • • • • • • • • •

Paddleboarding High Ropes Raft Building Zip Wire Bushcraft Shelter Building Problem Solving Bottle Rockets Campfire building Adventure Trails

Transport to and from the activity centre will be provided, along with meals.

Purpose of activity To have fun, try new activities and make new friends.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

9 All years

15 35

Free £255 per student PP: £85 per student

A full kitN/A list will be provided

34

Activity:

Paddling at Piddinghoe

General description of activities Spend 4 days exploring a variety of fun waterside and water activities including: • • • • •

stand up paddle boarding Kayaking, canoeing Raft building Inflatable obstacle courses Beach volleyball

Purpose of activity To build confidence with a variety of different water sports and to work as a team.

NB: Students must make their own way to and from Piddinghoe each day. The cost for this is not included in the above price.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years 9

40 15

Free £220 per student PP: £73.50 per student

Comfy clothes (that you don’tN/A mind getting wet/dirty), trainers, swim wear and towel.

35

Activity:

Russell Martin Football Academy

General description of activities Students will spend 4 days developing knowledge and understanding of the game.

The days will be broken down into skill development, team play and a tournament structure competition.

Please note: this activity will be run by staff from the Russell Martin Football Academy

Purpose of activity To develop your skillset and understanding of football.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

7& 98

50 15

£35 per Free student PP: £12 per student

Sports clothing, shin pads, football N/A boots (suitable for the Astro Turf Pitch) 36

Activity:

Science Fiction Week

General description of activities •

Day 1: A trip to the British Film Institute in London for a day of Science Fiction! There will be a lecture on Science Fiction from an industry professional, a screening of a science fiction film then a group discussion about it, and then students will be able to access the BFI archives, an extensive collection of film and television where they will be directed towards science fiction titles.

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Day 2: Introducing themes of Science Fiction and exploring how it has changed since the early days of film. Then watching a Science Fiction film

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Day 3: Trip to the IMAX in Crawley to watch a Science Fiction (film to be confirmed)

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Day 4: Science Fiction in writing day – reading short stories, extracts from graphic novels and then watching a film based on a science fiction novel to see how successful the transition is from print to screen

Purpose of activity A week for people who love science fiction! If you love exploring worlds that are yet to be or never were, then this is the week for you! We will be watching lots of films, visiting the IMAX and going to London to hear from people whose careers it is to talk and write about sci fi! Let your inner geek out, and enjoy a week exploring the wonders of the imagination that science fiction provides

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

8&9

25

£90 per student PP: £30 per student

N/A

37

Activity:

Screen Printing

General description of activities

Students will learn how to screen print using paper stencils as a starting point, learning the process of pulling ink through an open screen to create your own unique designs to print onto a tote bag, poster and T-shirt (optional) We will also explore ways of ‘drawing’ onto the screen to transfer more expressive images.

We will also make a visit to Brighton Lanes to gather inspiration for designs from shops and galleries

Purpose of activity To have fun, be creative and learn new skills.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years

12

£28 per student PP: £10 per student

N/A

38

Activity:

Silversmithing

General description of activities Over the 4 days students will learn basic silversmithing and jewellery making skills, including: • Students will develop their skills in piercing (sawing) and filing with the materials.

• Students will design and plan the ring which they will be making • Students will work on the soldering skills and will solder the final piece together.

• Students will finish off their piece and polish it using the correct equipment.

Purpose of activity Students will take part in a creative activity and develop their skills using different equipment. They will also experience a sense of fun and wellbeing.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

8& 99

10 15

£60 per student Free PP: £20 per student

N/A

39

Activity:

South Downs Way Walk

General description of activities

A series of walks that take in the beautiful scenery and surroundings that are part of the South Downs Way. Starting from Bramber Castle and ending at Bo Peep Hill. Each day will cover 5-6 miles including a stop for lunch. One day will also be spent learning camp craft skills at school.

Purpose of activity

Students will gain a wider understanding of the area they live in and some of the history surrounding it. They will also get some exercise and fresh air and improve their fitness.

Equipment required

Sensible footwear (walking boots or trainers). Appropriate clothing: waterproof jacket & trousers, (shorts or loose trousers). Packed lunch & drink

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

7&8

14

Free

See above

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Activity:

Stadium Tours

General description of activities Each day we will visit one of the Big Sports Stadiums in London and take part in a stadium tour as well as a visit to a sports memorabilia museum.

We will travel each day by train. Times will be confirmed. Students will need to make their own way to and from Brighton Station each day.

Purpose of activity To have the opportunity to follow the footsteps of where the sporting greats have played.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

7&8

25

£120 per student PP: £40 per student

equipment required Packed lunch each day

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Activity:

Streetdance Workshop

General description of activities Run by ‘Streetfunk’, this will be 4 days of FUN dance workshops with multi-award winning Streetfunk! You will be doing Streetdance, Hip Hop, Afro and fusions of these styles… Come and dance with us!

These fun and energetic sessions will be lead by a qualified instructor and take place in our own dance studio.

Purpose of activity To learn and develop new dance techniques.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

All Years

25

£24 per student PP: £8 per student

equipment required Clothes suitable for Dance (PE kit or similar)

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Activity:

Stringer Bake Off

General description of activities Students will meet at MET College over a series of four days.

Each day will require students to produce a specified bake that is personalised.

Prior to the week, pupils will need to complete a baking journal, which requires them to plan their bakes, thinking about decoration, presentation, ingredients and equipment.

Purpose of activity To give pupils the experience of working in a professional kitchen and develop their culinary skills.

To highlight to pupils the range of practical / industry courses available at MET College.

Equipment required

Most equipment is provided by MET college; however, pupils will need to bring any additional equipment that their individual bakes require (pre-planned in baking journal) and a container to transport their bakes home.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

All years

30

£15 per student PP: £5 per student

See above

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Activity : Surf Camp

General description of activities Students will travel via mini bus down to Devon. Days will include surf lessons (average 4 hours a day) with qualified instructors.

Students will camp overnight each night and there may be an option to take part in some yoga in the mornings and evenings.

Purpose of activity • • •

Students experience a water sport they may not have tried or to develop skills they already have.

Residential camp allowing students to experience time away from home in a safe environment.

Team building activities.

Other information Students must be able to swim.

Equipment required Tents and cooking equipment are provided.

Students need: sleeping bags, wetsuit (if owned, if not they are available to borrow) Swimming gear, warm clothing, towels etc.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

9

14

£200 per student PP: £67 per student

See above

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Activity: Wellbeing Retreat

General description of activities The course will include activities such as gentle yoga stretches, mediation practices and breathing techniques for soothing the nervous system. Outdoor activities will include a mindful forest walk and identifying healing herbs in nature with a trained herbalist. We will also take students on a day trip to a Buddhist centre to experience mindfulness and meditation. Our school activities will include creative vision board making and applying techniques in positive psychology.

None of these activities will involve personal sharing; however, if students feel the need to share there are qualified members of staff here to listen.

The activities are designed to implant healthy attitudes toward the self and others as well as techniques for relaxation and wellbeing.

Please note: bus fare on day one is not included in the cost of activity.

Purpose of activity To promote wellbeing and introduce activities which reduce stress and generate happiness and calm.

year group

max no. of students

cost of activity

equipment required

7&8

14

£15 per student PP: £5 per student

Yoga Mats, craft supplies for vision boards. Packed lunch for day trips.

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Dorothy Stringer School | Loder Road Brighton | BN1 6PZ w: www.dorothy-stringer.co.uk e: enrichmentweek@dorothy-stringer.co.uk

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