What is enrichment?

Enrichment is all of the activities that happen outside of the national curriculum that develop pupil’s personal development and their broader skill set whilst continuing to build on their enjoyment of school life.  

Curricular Enrichement 

At Borough Academy we are delighted to offer an additional source of enrichment for year 7 and year 8 pupils. All pupils in these year group will participate in an Enrichment Programme during the school day, aimed at broadening their curriculum experience. It is designed to align with our school values of Together, Stronger with staff sharing their passions, experiences and expertise with pupils. The ‘focus’ of the enrichment activity will change each half term and teachers will rotate classes. Each carousel of the enrichment curriculum will provide opportunities to explore and develop our values of: community, aspiration, resilience and kindness. Over the course of the year, each pupil will participate in six different enrichment activities. 

Extra- Curricular Enrichement 

A termly extra-curricular programme is offered to pupils to broaden their experiences in each subject and beyond the curriculum whilst providing them an opportunity to build positive relationships across year groups. Extra-curricular enrichment take place before school, at break and lunch time, and after school and includes over 40 different clubs and activities.  

The enrichment timetable is shared with pupils during tutor time and is updated regularly to reflect the latest offerings. There is no sign-up for these enrichment activities – just turn up, have fun and learn something new! 

Our expectation

Our expectation is that all students should attend enrichment activities. There is no limit to how many enrichment activities they attend but we expect them to attend some form of enrichment every week.

Who leads enrichment activities?

Most enrichment activities are led by existing school staff.  In some cases, we hire external staff to provide specific expertise.  When external staff are used, these activities can carry a cost that parents must pay in order to secure a place on the activity for their child.

What time do enrichment activities take place?

Lunchtime activities take place from 12:45-13:15.  After school activities take place from 3:15-4:30.  

How long do enrichment activities run for?

The enrichment programme refreshes every term.  The programme below runs for the Autumn term between September and December.  This will be refreshed for the Spring and Summer terms.  On each occasion, the updated programme will be shared with parents and students in advance so that they can sign up for activities in time for the new term.

How do I sign up?

No sign up is required, students can simply attend the activities that interest them. Each activity will have a maximum capacity; this is normally 30 students. If an enrichment activity is very popular and attracts more than the maximum capacity, students will be given priority on a ‘first come first served’ basis in the order they attend. It is worth noting that this effects very few enrichment activities.

Autumn Term Sport Enrichment Timetable 

Autumn Term Enrichment Timetable