Enrichment and Sport

College life isn’t just about studying. There are many other aspects to experience, and we are committed to offering you an exciting and diverse Enrichment programme, alongside your chosen programme of study.

Enrichment is a social part of college life where you will be able to learn a new skill or develop existing skills, play a sport, or join one of many clubs. Most importantly, it is a great way to settle in and make friends. We encourage you to participate in at least one Enrichment option during your time at The Henley College, although you can sign up to as many as you would like. Classes run throughout the week, with students able to enjoy a broad range of opportunities across many areas of interest. Every year, we are open to ideas from students for any societies they would like to set up and we support these wherever possible. We encourage student-led enrichment groups that develop leadership skills, as well as ensuring we are offering the activities our students wish to engage with. In 2022, activities included: Musical Plays and Productions, Ancient Languages and Archaeology, Student Union, Planet Sustainability and Environmental Issues, Hair and Beauty, Outlook Expedition to Costa Rica, LGBTQ Club, Yoga, Oxbridge Group, Medical Society, Duke of Edinburgh Award, as well as a range of sporting options.

SPORTS ENRICHMENT

Sports Enrichment offers all students at the College an opportunity to develop their skills and fitness. A number of sports are available each year, usually including basketball, netball, football, and rugby. Training sessions form an integral part of the timetable within the normal college day, allowing you to train regularly with specialist coaches alongside your main academic programme. Participating students will typically have an additional 3–4.5 hours of sports training per week. Sports Enrichment encourages participation from learners across the College; it is not exclusive to Sports students or elite sportspeople. If there are large numbers applying for your chosen sport, you may need to attend a trial. If you are interested in joining Sports Enrichment, please indicate this on your application form. DofE is the world’s leading youth achievement award, with a flexible programme to allow you to choose what you are interested in. There are three levels of programme you can do which, when successfully completed, lead to a Silver or Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. The DofE is all about going the extra mile – gaining new skills, pushing yourself physically, helping others and exploring new territories. At the same time, you will gather friendships, experiences and memories that will last a lifetime. It does not matter who you are or where you are from, as long as you’re aged 14 to 24 years, you can choose the activities that motivate you and go on your own personal journey. We know from other participants that the DofE helps you to stand out from the crowd when you apply for university, or your future job.

THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S AWARD