ART- CLAY
'Ugly Mugs' – by learning the fundamentals of clay, you will design and create your own personal functional ceramic mug. You will develop a basic understanding of clay which can be built on in the future Developing transferable clay skills including score and slip technique to join clay, coiling method, carving, applying and incising clay, the firing and glazing process. Variations of these skills allow you to make most sculptural forms out of clay.
Links to HE, Degree Apprenticeships and Employment: Art Foundation, all degrees relating to art, craft and design.
ART - PRINTMAKING
Developing skills in print making and design. You will understand how different materials can create marks using intaglio printmaking skills. You will create your own artefact using different materials which can be anything from lace to leaves, fabrics, cards, yarn and so on.
Links to HE, Degree Apprenticeships and Employment: Art Foundation, all degrees connected to design, all jobs in the design business
COOKING
Learn to make delicious meals and gain recipes that you will be able to make time and time again at home. Students will gain experience in various cooking methods; Roasting, Grilling and frying. Students will also bake cakes and bread.
Links to HE, Degree Apprenticeships and Employment: This enrichment opportunity links directly to a range of careers and courses including: Food technologist; Health and safety inspector; Nutritional therapist; Nutritionist; Product/process development scientist; Production manager and Quality manager.
DEBATING
Debate will help you develop and enhance your oracy skills through partner work and group work. We will debate issues relevant to your school lives and also to the world beyond. Learn the process of formal debating using the British Parliamentary style of debate. You will debate a ‘motion’ put forward to the ‘House’ and attempt to convince a judge of the strength and validity of your arguments. You will need to be able to argue either for or against different propositions (regardless of your own views), but this will enable you to become skilled in argumentation and persuasion. This course will help to sharpen up your skills in reasoning, logic and argumentation. It will support the work done in any essay-based subjects and would be ideal for any student who wishes to pursue a career in law. It will also give you more confidence in public speaking and presenting, as well as developing your ability to clearly communicate your thoughts and ideas, which are highly desirable skills in the workplace and will support any university study.
Links to HE, Degree Apprenticeships and Employment: Will help develop communication skills which will help in all pathways, particularly for interviews. Shows an ability to work in a team and also listen to others.
EPQ
You will develop and improve your own learning as a critical, reflective, and independent learner. Developing and apply decision making and where appropriate problem-solving skills. EPQ also includes extended planning, research, critical thinking, analysis, evaluation and presentation skills. You will develop a written report of 5000 words which includes references & research OR an artefact (e.g. a piece of art, a computer game, a realised design) with a written report of approximately 1000 words. You will also conduct a presentation of your report to an audience and complete a logbook of progress made.
Links to HE, Degree Apprenticeships and Employment: The Extended Project qualification, graded from A* to E, is valued by universities and gives UCAS points.
FINANCE
This enrichment opportunity will enable you to become financially aware and make independent financial decisions. Learn how to manage your money, looking at savings, investments and borrowing, as well as the consequences of poor financial decisionmaking and identity fraud.
Links to HE, Degree Apprenticeships and Employment: Awareness of a range of financial issues including types of bank account, forms of saving and borrowing, renting accommodation, costs of owning a car and the cost of university.
MANDARIN
Learn how to have conversations in Mandarin and use transactional language. Pupils will learn Chinese history and geography through case studies (the first emperor, terra cotta army and the Great Wall). We will also explore Chinese martial arts and food culture. Pupils will have the opportunity to practice Chinese writing.
Links to HE, Degree Apprenticeships and Employment: Employers value the ability to bridge linguistic and cultural divides, especially with influential Chinese business partners.
POLITICS
Explore different political systems across a variety of countries. You will develop an understanding of politics, systems and be able to compare and contrast different processes. It provides a wide level of knowledge of the most important aspects of UK life.
Links to HE, Degree Apprenticeships and Employment: Pursuing degrees in Economics, International Relations, Journalism, Law, Philosophy and Sociology
Employment suited to politics includes the civil service, policy officer, political risk analyst, public affairs consultant.
Careers linked to politics include forensic accountant, human resources officer, business development manager, market researcher.
PE
During this enrichment, students will take part in a variety of sports ranging from Table Tennis, Badminton, Dodgeball, Five-a-side, Gym, Climbing, Basketball, Tennis and Softball. Lessons will be game based with elements of skill development. You will focus on developing and improving fitness levels.
Links to HE, Degree Apprenticeships and Employment: Higher Education: Pursuing degrees in sports science, physical education, sports management, or related fields. Degree Apprenticeships: Engaging in apprenticeships in sports coaching, fitness training, or sports therapy. Employment: Opening career paths in sports coaching, sports journalism, event management, fitness training, and health promotion.
FOOTBALL ACADEMY PROGRAMME
This will develop playing and coaching skills in football, working with highly qualified coaches from Newcastle Elite Academy. Students on this programme make up the school’s Sixth Form Football team. The football programme will help develop a range of skills, including: Strategic thinking, decision making, analytical and problem-solving skills, discipline and time management, teamwork, communication and leadership.
Term 1: Pre-season (August - October) Training sessions based on conditioning, 7 aside competition, friendlies.
Term 2: In-season (November - March) Team based training following game analysis, competitive league and cup games.
Term 3: Post-season (April) Finals season, friendly matches and end of season awards. Links to HE, Degree Apprenticeships and Employment: Sports Psychology: Integrate mental training sessions focusing on motivation, concentration, and resilience throughout the program. Nutrition and Recovery: Educate players on proper nutrition, hydration, and recovery techniques to optimize performance and reduce injury risk.
BASKETBALL ACADEMY PROGRAMME
Our school basketball programme, in collaboration with the Newcastle Eagles coaching team, provides students with top-tier training and development opportunities. The team plays in the AOC basketball league, which is a highly competitive league.
Links to HE, Degree Apprenticeships and Employment: Biomechanics: Understanding body movements and mechanics to improve performance and prevent injuries. Exercise Physiology: Learning about the body's responses and adaptations to physical activity. Performance Analysis: Using data and technology to assess and improve individual and team performance.