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S U P E R
C U R R I C U L U M
C L U B S & S O C I E T I E S
L E A D E R S H I P &
L I F E E X P E R I E N C E S
F U L L E N R I C H M E N T L I S T
HEALTH & WELLBEING
Indoor Cricket
Emergency First Aid
Draw, Paint & Relax
Mindful Colouring
Stress Less
5-aside Football
Badminton
Golf
Ariel Hoop
CLUBS & SOCIETIES
Darts
Grade 5 Music Theory and Beyond
Vocal Group
NCP Function Band
College Production
Wind Ensemble
French Cinema Club
E-Sports
Legal Debate Club
BAFTA Young Games
Designer Competition
LGBTQ+ Club
Chess Club
Media Magazine
Nature Club
Psychology Film Club
Needle Craft Club
Oxbridge Programme
Dungeons & Dragons
iDEA Award
Sustainable Textiles
Sociology Club
Kickboxing
Horror Film Club
Lego Club
Community Visual
Arts Club
Other Student Led
Possibilities
SUPER
CURRICULUM
Genetic Engineering
CREST Award
Spanish Film Club
Philosophy Club
Arts Award
Cambridge Chemistry
Challenge
Chemistry Olympiad
Advanced English
Psychology Club
Politics Society
Filmmaking
LEADERSHIP & LIFE EXPERIENCES
Y13 Oxbridge Interview
Prep for Medicine, Vet
Med and Biology
Related Courses
TASS (Talented Athlete
Scholarship Scheme)
Teaching Training
Enrichment
NHS Values
The Green Enterprise Challenge
Primary School Maths
Mentors
E N R I C H M E N T A T
N E W C O L L E G E
One of the best things about coming to New College Pontefract is the chance to develop your skills and interests alongside your qualifications.
This booklet gives you an idea of some of the enrichments that we offer: clubs and societies, health and wellbeing activities, super-curricular activities to develop what you do in your timetabled lessons, and activities to support careers, life experiences and develop your leadership skills.
Enrichment activities are an important way of making new friends, trying new things and helping you get to where you want to go after sixth form college. It is the combination of your results and wider skills that will get you offers for degrees, apprenticeships and jobs. Universities and employers know that taking part in enrichment activities says a lot about the kind of person you are and the ways in which you have developed while at college.
We have something for everyone and expect all our students to take part in some form of enrichment alongside their timetabled lessons. If there are any activities that you would like to take part in that isn’t listed, speak to a member of college staff or the Senior Leadership Team in September.
pecific information about the start dates of enrichment activities, times and venues will be shared with all students in September during our Freshers Fair.
I look forward to inviting you to the official launch in September!
Sarah Barber – Assistant Principal
P O T E N T I A L C A R E E R
P A T H W A Y S
Most of our enrichment activities will provide you with useful skills and experiences to aid with potential career pathways. Look out for the following throughout this brochure to see which enrichments match up.
COMPUTING & ENGINGEERING
PERFORMING ARTS
HEALTHCARE
MEDICAL SCIENCE
BUSINESS, LAW & FINANCE
SOCIAL SCIENCES
SPORT & SERVICES
EARTH SCIENCES
CREATIVE ARTS & MEDIA
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
LANGUAGE, LITERATURE, CULTURE & EDUCATION
H E A L T H & W E L L B E I N G
I N D O O R C R I C K E T
Indoor cricket where everyone bats and everyone bowls either in pairs or 2 teams depending on numbers.
Essential life saving skills in emergency situations
D R A W , P A I N T & R E L A X
Drawing for relaxation; designed to be a stress free activity where you will select an image of your own choice and spend time across the sessions developing a drawing, chatting with others and unwinding.
To help students relax & focus, Take a break from busy college life and a good way to enjoy some quite time with new people and de-stress
S T R E S S L E S S
If you are struggling with anxiety and/or feeling stressed this enrichment aims to provide you with tips and techniques to turn the volume down on the nerves and negativity. Useful if feeling overwhelmed. This is a small group workshop where everyone is welcome.
5 - A - S I D E F O O T B A L L
This enrichment is targeting those students who do not play for the college Football teams and would like to take part in mixed team / ability 5 a side. Simply sign up, grab a bib and play Football in the Sports Hall. No team sign up required, teams will be organised at random on the day, all abilities welcome! A great chance to meet new people, have fun and improve your fitness!
B A D M I N T O N
Badminton session in sports hall - opportunity to receive coaching advice, play matches and take part.
G O L F
We have several golfers at NCP with a handicap of 28 or less. This is open to male and female and will include competitions throughout the year.
A E R I E L H O O P
Aerial arts are a growing performance art requiring strength, coordination and flexibility. The Aerial Hoop enrichment will introduce you to these skills and provide a different take on performance arts. No experience necessary; just the willingness to give it a go.
C L U B S & S O C I E T I E S
D A R T S
Playing Darts helps you to improve your Maths ability, but also develops you interpersonal skills and general social confidence. It's a fun game which doesn't have to be taken seriously. Give it a try, developing your transferable skills while enjoying playing!
G R A D E 5 M U S I C T H E O R Y
A N D B E Y O N D
Aimed at students (whole college) who need to gain grade 5 theory to access higher practical grades on instruments or for university entrance or own pleasure. Open to all music students and other students who want to do this as an enrichment.
V O C A L G R O U P
Choir for pleasure and performances. This enrichment will build students confidence, enhance team working skills and communication and it's just a fun enrichment to be part of.
N
B A N D
Pop/rock group with extended horn section, backing vocals etc. The overall aim for the club would be to develop students musical skills and capabilities but also allow students to meet and socialise with other like minded individuals that they may have not come across in the classroom - this will give all students opportunity for social and confidence development.
Be part of the College Production. This is a whole college enrichment with auditions for leading roles only. This enrichment will help students to develop team work, communication, mental well being etc. You will develop in all ways!
W I N D E N S E M B L E
An opportunity for wind instrumentalists to get together and perform from a vast collection of music from a wide range of genres. From rock and pop, through movies and musicals to light classical and traditional folk songs - something for everyone! Percussionists and bass guitarists also welcome.
Exposing students to French culture and the French language, improves students listening skills and is something to highlight in Uni interviews or UCAS applications
E - S P O R T S
Competitive gaming using the NCP Media department's consoles and equipment. Supporting students' mental wellbeing and developing social interactions. It may also add to students' applications/CVs if competing nationally and/or applying for games design courses.
L E G A L D E B A T E C L U B
Students will debate current legal, economical and political topical issues connecting the law and wider society.
B A F T A Y O U N G G A M E S
D E S I G N E R C O M P E T I T I O N
Every year, BAFTA run a competition to uncover the next big talent in video games design. If you think it might be you, now is your chance to prove it! You can design and develop game concepts or game levels so it doesn't matter how much knowledge or experience you have - this is open to everyone. As long as you have a passion and desire to create video games, you can learn the rest.
L G B T Q +
C O M M U N I T Y
New College’s Student Led LGBTQ+ community is a lunchtime, informal get-together for anyone who is, or feels they might be, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and / or queer, and anything else in the community. This group is for you to raise issues, celebrate diversity and feel comfortable discussing LGBTQ+ issues with others. Fellow LGBTQ+ staff help facilitate this group.
C H E S S C L U B
Intermediate to advanced Chess. Learn to improve your game and socialise.
M
E
D I A M A G A Z I N E
Interested in Film, Television and the Media? Fancy writing or designing articles for a magazine? The Collaborative is a trust wide magazine written and produced by students. Come along and get your articles published and your name in print.
N A T U R E C L U B
Re-wilding the NCP site and thus increasing its biodiversity ie, planting trees, shrubs, feeding garden birds and other wildlife projects.
P S Y C H O L O G Y F I L M C L U B
You will get to watch and discuss films/documentaries related to topics such as mental health and disorders, memory, personality, and the influence of early childhood. You do not have to be studying Psychology to join, however if you do study the subject then this club will give you some great insights to help you on the course.
N E E D L E C R A F T C L U B
Largely student led club where you will have the chance to learn to knit or crochet and make new friends while doing so. Everyone welcome beginners and experts, the more the merrier!
O X B R I D G E P R O G R A M M E
The Oxbridge Programme supports students in making competitive applications to the prestigious universities of Oxford and Cambridge. An Oxford or Cambridge application requires strong academic performance and for students to have a genuine passion for their subject and be undertaking a range of further exploration of their subject beyond what they learn in the classroom. It would be most suitable for students with a GCSE profile of mostly 8s and 9s.
i D E A A W A R D
Business & IT based tasks to work on (online) that enable you to work towards the idea awards Bronze, Silver and Gold. Great skills development, broadening your knowledge of the professional world with fun tasks to complete too.
S U S T A I N A B L E T E X T I L E S
Exploring innovative ways of repurposing textiles into craft items. We will also explore other areas of sustainable processes such as tetra pack printing and heat fused textiles.
S O C I O L O G Y C L U B
Sociology Club gives you the opportunity to develop your "Sociological Imagination" - thinking about and discussing current issues, news events, films and documentaries relevant to sociological ideas and views.
K I C K B O X I N G
Kickboxing is a dynamic martial art that combines elements of boxing and traditional karate. Originating in the 1950s and 1970s, kickboxing gained popularity worldwide. The sport emphasizes powerful strikes, Kicks, agility, and endurance. Students will follow a syllabus that will teach them everything they need to know about kickboxing. No previous experience is necessary.
H O R R O R F I L M C L U B
Come and join a group who share a love of Horror Cinema. In this club, we will watch, discuss and rate a diverse range of films throughout the history of horror with themes such as the occult, the paranormal/supernatural, serial killers and movie monsters. Be afraid...be very afraid!
L E G O C L U B
An environment to support people's wellbeing by providing an opportunity to relax and build Lego!
C O M M U N I T Y V I S U A L
A R T S C L U B
Social Art Project - creating artwork in response to competitions, public exhibitions, and similar. Open to all specialisms (eg Photography, Textiles, Fine Art, Graphics etc…)
Get your Art seen, and maybe win some competitions along the way!
S U P E R C U R R I C U L U M
E N E T I C
We will be using restriction enzymes to genetically modify bacteria to glow in the dark by adding a gene for flourescence from a jellyfish!
C R E S T A W A R D
CREST is a nationally recognised scheme for student-led enquiry-based project work in STEM subjects. You choose your own subject and methodology for a hands-on investigation on whatever sparks your interest. There are 4 types of project: Practical Investigation, Design and Build, Research, and Communication. You will need to attend Research Skills sessions to aid your investigation. CREST awards allow you to conduct real research, contributing something new to a field of study and will help you to become an independent and reflective learner. If that wasn’t enough, you can enter your project into the Big Bang and Teen Tech Competitions, where you can showcase your project and have the chance of winning cash prizes or business and industry sponsored awards.
S P A N I S H F I L M
C L U B
Spanish film club - for all students (as films have English subtitles). Great for students interested in world cinema.
This enrichment will help students gain an appreciation of other cultures and languages through film and will prove essential for any undergraduate degree course involving languages. It is of course, very valuable for students interested in film studies as well as many other arts disciplines to show a greater awareness of films other than the typical Hollywood production.
A group for people who like discussing ideas, concept and issues. We will identify 'enquiry' areas for each session based on the groups interests. Students can take the role of discussion coordinators or members.
A
R
T S A W A R D
An opportunity to gain arts award gold, a level 3 qualification with UCAS points. Arts Award Gold is a young person-led qualification that encourages creativity and independent learning. It challenges young people to develop their arts practice, lead an arts project, investigate topical arts issues and get involved in the arts world.
C A M B R I D G E
C H A L L E N G E
C H E M I S T R Y
This is achallenge for Year 12 students in June to expand your chemistry knowledge and skills and really stretch yourself!
C H E M I S T R Y O L Y M P I A D
This is a challenge for Year 13 students in January to expand your chemistry knowledge and skills and really stretch yourself!
A D V A N C E D E N G L I S H
This enrichment provides an opportunity to explore literature beyond the curriculum. We will look at literary theory as well as a wide range of texts. Perfect for those wishing to study English at university, or anyone with a passion for the subject.
P S Y C H O L O G Y C L U B
The sessions will involve reading news articles, books or research and discussing current affairs. We may also watch psychological videos or films and discuss these. You don't have to be studying psychology to attend, if you're interested in Psychology then we would love you to join us!
P O L I T I C S S O C I E T Y
A chance to explore and debate a topical political issue from the week's news.
F I L M M A K I N G
Student-run enrichment for keen, young filmmakers, regardless of experience, to learn techniques of the trade and make short films. You do not need to study A level Film Studies. We will have weekly meetings to learn and practice our filmmaking skills, as well as to brainstorm and develop short films, where we really encourage people to bring their film ideas and scripts to the table as we love the passion it can bring to projects.
L E A D E R S H I P & L I F E
E X P E R I E N C E S
Suitable for Y13 students applying to Oxford or Cambridge for Medicine, Vet Med or a Biology related course. 10 weekly sessions in preparation for interview.
New College Pontefract is leading the way with supporting talented athletes in education in England, having been accredited by an innovative Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme (TASS) initiative.
New College is committed to providing young people in the local community the chance to develop their sporting ability and shine on the highest possible stage all whilst gaining an outstanding education and creating a TASS Dual Career. At New College you will have the opportunity to study a wide range of level three courses including both A Level and BTEC alongside your chosen sport.
The Sport England-funded Scheme believes that every young person on a talent pathway should have the opportunity to gain qualifications alongside their sporting pursuits and have the chance to follow other interests and personal development. And by formally recognising an institution’s commitment to supporting student-athletes, the TASS Dual Career Accreditation Scheme aims to allow athletes to reach their potential in education alongside achieving success in their sport.
New College will provide total support and guidance for aspiring athletes offering regular mentoring sessions, athletes breakfast, academic flexibility, catch up lessons as well as opportunities outside of college to gain valuable work experience in their desired field.
As a Dual Career Accredited Centre, New College Pontefract will be an important extension of the network of universities that already partner with TASS, delivering core support services to more than 400 student-athletes each year.
T E A C H E R
Interested in developing your speaking skills?
Want to demonstrate that you have the professional skills to flourish in the work place? Have an interest in working with children in education or medicine? Then the Teacher Training enrichment is for you.
We provide detailed support and training for students who will spend blocks of 5 weeks working with Yr6 pupils in primary schools, developing their literacy and oracy skills. Students have consistently
N H S V A L U E S
If you're applying for a job either directly in the NHS or in an organisation that provides NHS services, you'll be asked to demonstrate the values of the NHS Constitution and how they would apply in your everyday work. If you're applying for a university course such as nursing you'll be also be tested on your values. This is why is it so important for you to think about how you demonstrate the values in your applications and interviews. This enrichment will take place over 6 sessions and is aimed at students interested in NHS careers such as nursing, midwifery, paramedic science, physiotherapy.
C H A L L E N G E
Students will create a recycled/upcycled and sustainable enterprise. They will work together as a team to develop an entrepreneurial business with all profits made been donated to charity. If you have a creative flair and are passionate about the environment and sustainability this is ideal for you.
You will be trained on how to teach maths to Year 6 pupils. When training is complete, you will visit a primary school and teach a small group of Year 6 pupils. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable work experience in a primary school. In order to volunteer as a Maths Mentor you need Maths GCSE grade 5 or above.
S T U D E N T A B A S S A D O R
As a subject or College ambassador you can choose your level of participation to suit your current skills and areas to develop:
In a coaching role you might work with other students to help them stay organised or to understand the subject content better.
In a representative role you might speak to potential students and their parents/carers at opening evening who are thinking of taking your subjects or want to come New College Pontefract.
In a creative role you might help teaching staff produce resources to support and enrich the learning of your subject; from posters and worksheets to quizzes, videos and live events.
This will be a fantastic enrichment to help develop your confidence, team work, initiative and communication skills and it will also make an excellent contribution to any personal statement/CV/Job application.
P E E R M E N T O R I N G
This enrichment will give you the opportunity to develop a wide variety of skills.
To become a peer mentor, you will access training on topics such as understanding mental health, self-care, building resilience and tackling stigma. In groups, you will work with a local school to deliver training to younger students on such topics, helping to support them in developing their confidence and resilience.
You will benefit from developing skills in leadership, organisation, listening, team-work and time management which are essential qualities employers will look for.
You will gain a better understanding of mental-health and how to support others. You will also be able to apply these skills specifically to your academic studies in order to work alongside your peers in a supportive way to bring the best out of each other
This will enable you to develop confidence in working with others and
