THE DARWIN ELECTIVE

Programme

The Darwin Elective Programme broadens the curriculum and extends the pupils’ knowledge and experiences beyond their A level subjects. Pupils have the opportunity to select from a range of academic, cultural and practical activities such as anthropology, current affairs, art history, architecture, digital photography, meditation, music technology, public speaking, debating and cooking skills for university.

Young Enterprise is a dynamic elective, providing Sixth Formers with the opportunity to create an innovative business idea to raise money for charity.

Volunteering in the local community is an important element of the Darwin Elective Programme and involves visiting schools for children with learning difficulties, helping the elderly at local residential homes and teaching swimming skills to disabled children. Our expectation is that all Sixth Formers will participate in a period of volunteering during their time with us.