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Enrichment Activities
Coming up this term…
As well as 21 new or returning activities:
African Drumming
Art History
Creative Writing
Dance
Drama
First Aid
Girls’ Football
Global Passport
History Club
Italian
Keyboard
Increase your knowledge of the world
and debate world issues in Global Affairs or debate major scientific
questions in Ethics in Science.
Try a new instrument in
Ukulele.
Learn a new language - Italian,
Japanese, Latin, or Spanish.
Knitting
Latin
Painting
Performance Poetry
Practical Leadership
Scenic Art
Social Justice
Science Club
Swimming
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You are fortunate to have a huge variety of enrichments to choose from.
To help you to decide what new and exciting opportunities you would like to
participate in, here are the different categories of enrichment we have
available for you this term and the character traits you can demonstrate:
Arts and Publishing – reflect on the history of art, how to improve your range
of artistic techniques and adapt your writing to your readers
Debating - show courage as you speak in front of different audiences,
having worked carefully to build strong arguments on fascinating
issues
Drama – adapt the skills you learn in lessons, working with different people
to perform in a different environment
Global Citizens – take responsibility for yourself and the world you live in
as you learn more about the world and how you can make it a better place
Languages – show empathy with people all over the world as you learn to
communicate in another language and appreciate different cultures
Life skills – show altruism as you develop skills to support your own
and other people’s health and happiness
Music – be honest with yourself and others as you work together to create
and improve different pieces of music
Science – be curious as you work to understand the world you live in
and develop new ways of solving problems
Sport and games – show tenacity in order to improve your strategy
and/or fitness in a variety of situations, as individuals and in teams
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Wednesday
ARTS AND PUBLISHING
Scenic Art
Scenic Art will offer pupils an opportunity to access new materials and construct artwork on a larger scale. Working as part of a production team pupils will design, create and make the backdrop to Year 7’s Drama and Musical recital.
Knitting
Knitting is a craft form that has been around for at least 1000 years, with a knitted sock being found in Egypt dating back to about 1000 AD. In this enrichment you will learn the basics of knitting.
The School Publication
You will be responsible for creating interesting and well-written pieces that will be published each half-term and distributed throughout the school. You will show adaptability working with new technology, curiosity while researching new stories and courage during interviews.
DEBATING
Global Affairs
You will engage with current issues and form opinions about the world around you. Debating with your peers you will demonstrate and develop your empathy and curiosity, and get the chance to critically analyse a range of sources, including articles, images and videos.
DRAMA
Performance Poetry
We will engage energetically and passionately with composition and verse; being reflective as we consider the feelings and messages behind poetry. We will watch different poets; perform; write our own poetry and end the term with a competition!
Drama
In Drama enrichment we will enjoy being curious and courageous as we develop or creative thinking, build our confidence and strengthen our social skills. We will tenaciously work together with new people, creating and performing our fantastic, original pieces.
GLOBAL CITIZENS
Global Passport
In Global Passport enrichment you will learn about customs, traditions and culture from around the world. Individual country case studies each week will promote curiosity and adaptability to the world around you.
Social Justice
In Social Justice Enrichment, you will use your curiosity to question whether people in our society are treated fairly. You will also learn about ways that you can tackle inequality, and help to make ours a fairer society.
History Club
In History club we will explore the world through a range of weird and wonderful objects. Using the eye of an historian, we will dive into the lives of brilliant and bizarre individuals from the past, to better understand where humanity has come from and where it might be going.
AJK Charity Project
In the AJK Charity Project, you will research, plan and carry out your own charity event. This is an excellent opportunity to make a practical difference for something you care about.
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Wednesday
LANGUAGES
Latin
In Latin we will travel back in time to the world of Ancient Rome, by discovering and decoding the language that forms the basis of over 60% of English words. Our curiosity will help us unpick the links between Latin and English vocabulary.
LIFE SKILLS
Primary Reading
In primary reading, you will develop your responsibility and empathy by working with primary school children to help them improve their reading. This enrichment is a fantastic opportunity if you are considering working with children in the future.
Gardening
We will be creating a school allotment to grow vegetables all year round and starting the first AJK Rose Garden. Learn more about how plants and flowers grow, where our food comes from and get active in the garden.
First Aid
This enrichment will build your knowledge of common first aid skills and techniques. You will learn how to be adaptable by recognising different symptoms and develop the courage to respond to medical emergencies.
Cooking
In cooking you will learn an incredibly important life skill - how to cook delicious, healthy meals for yourself and your family. We will show curiosity in trying new ingredients and recipes, and responsibility as we work together to keep the kitchen clean and safe.
MUSIC
Keyboard
Y8+9 only
Keyboard enrichment is an exciting opportunity for you to explore the keyboard beyond what you already do in your regular music lessons. You will develop your courage and tenacity through playing some exciting solo pieces, and your adaptability by playing with a partner and in larger groups.
Ukulele
In Ukulele you will have the opportunity to learn a new instrument or further your existing skills. You will show curiosity by learning something new and altruism by working well with others and preparing for an end product. This enrichment is fantastic for anyone wishing to continue with
music or performing at GCSE level and beyond.
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Wednesday
SCIENCE
Coding
In coding enrichment, we will learn to code websites using HTML and CSS. We will also demonstrate responsibility as we work towards completing our website and adaptability through debugging errors our code.
Science Club
In science club we’ll develop our curiosity by investigating the
fascinating cutting edge science we see in the news, such as
cloning and artificial intelligence. We’ll be improving our critical
thinking, forming evidence based opinions to foster intellectual
honesty and exercising our debating skills in the process!
SPORT AND GAMES
Board Games
In Board Games, we will be learning about how we can develop leadership and character through a combination of teamwork and reflectiveness. We will explore strategy, adaptability and improve our communication skills, whilst playing a variety of board games every week.
Swimming
Year 9 only
You must already be able to confidently swim 25m without
stopping, touching the side or putting your
feet down.
In swimming enrichment, you will get the opportunity to develop the techniques to the 4 different strokes, as well as improve your water fitness. You will need to show tenacity by completing new and different drills to improve your strokes.
Chess
Known as "the game of kings", playing chess helps you to improve your brain function, memory and critical thinking skills. You will need to show tenacity and adaptability in order to master the strategic skills that make this such an enjoyable game for anyone and everyone.
Badminton
In Badminton, we will be learning essential techniques, shots, tactics and strategy needed for success in the fastest racket sport on Earth. You will be given a huge opportunity to develop your responsibility and tenacity - by being leaders of your development, and defeating the challenges to come.
Fitness Suite
Within Fitness Suite enrichment we are going to be using the fantastic equipment available in order to develop a range of components of fitness. These will include cardiovascular fitness, power and muscular strength. We will be working extremely hard and you will get sweaty!
Zumbaerobics
Learn the benefits of dance as fitness. By combining aerobic cardiovascular exercise with great music, zumba offers a total body work out and is a great stress buster.
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Friday
ARTS AND PUBLISHING
Fashion Illustration
In Fashion Illustration, you will learn about a wider range of careers and create responses to these, for example Clothing Design, Shoe Design and Make up Design. You will develop your understanding of the formal elements of Art, and learn new techniques of working with watercolour pencils and collage.
Painting
In painting, we learn and reflect upon classical painting styles from great artists. You will focus on improving your technique in having the courage to handle new medium and adapt them to your own creations.
Art History
What is the ‘truth’ behind art? Pupils will have the opportunity to judge past and present works of art, such as modern advertising and wartime posters. This enrichment is essential for any enthusiastic artist and historian.
Sewing and Design
In sewing and design enrichment, you will learn how to sew a variety of decorative stitches, how to cut fabric using a pattern, and how to sew pieces of fabric together. You will then use these skills to make your own felt purse or pencil case, decorated with your own design!
Creative Writing
In creative writing you will discover more about a range of texts such as poetry and short stories. You will adapt your knowledge and skills in order to produce your own pieces of engaging creative writing.
DEBATING
Public Speaking and Debating
In public speaking and debating, you will develop your own voice and gain the courage to express your opinions. This will lead to competitive debating and an opportunity to be an ambassador for AJK at the prestigious Youth Speaks competition.
Ethics in Science
In Science Ethics we will be discussing and debating key moral
issues such as the development of artificial intelligence! You
will develop as an independent thinker by being responsible
and empathetic, and you will develop your courage as you
argue and defend your positions.
GLOBAL CITIZENS
Green Schools
This activity can’t be repeated
In Green Schools enrichment we will study environmental issues over a local to global scale. This will develop your curiosity and responsibility for the world around you and be proactive in our approach to being 'green'.
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Friday
LANGUAGES
Japanese
We'll be learning how to talk about ourselves and our cultures in an exciting and challenging foreign language. We'll also be showing our amazing curiosity and adaptability to learn the Japanese writing systems to be able to create our own writing projects.
Italian
Ciao! In Italian, you will learn how to introduce yourself with your key details and interests. You will develop your adaptability as you learn a new language, curiosty as we learn about Italian culture, and your courage by speaking to each other in Italian!
Spanish
Spanish is spoken by more than 470 million people worldwide! In Spanish enrichment we will begin to learn the language and be able to greet people, give information about ourselves, describe the weather and give our opinions on different topics. We will also learn about Spanish culture and one of the most exciting and controversial festivals the country has!
LIFE SKILLS
Practical Leadership
For practical leadership you need courage and adaptability, skills you need in almost every career. You will learn how to be an effective leader and develop teamwork through a different practical challenge every week.
MUSIC
African Drumming
In African drumming, you will be exploring the rhythms of Africa through playing your own drum in a large ensemble. This is an excellent opportunity to show curiosity and adaptability when playing an unfamiliar style of music, and responsibility for keeping your own part going!
Musical Theatre
In musical theatre, you will have the opportunity to sing, dance and act to create a musical show together. You will show responsibility with your role in the musical and courage by trying something new and working with a group.
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Friday
SCIENCE
STEM
In STEM enrichment you will be using your scientific curiosity by designing and making your own science experiment. We will be developing our scientific skills and showing adaptability and tenacity to understand the science behind everyday objects.
Introduction to IT
Introduction to ICT is a learning course designed to give you an insight into the sort of knowledge that you will need if you intend to pursue a career that involves using technology, or to take Computer Science at GCSE.
Advanced Coding
In advanced coding enrichment, we will learn to use Scratch create an immersive video game. We will also demonstrate tenacity as we persevere with difficult challenges and responsibility as we organise our time.
SPORTS AND GAMES
Board Games
In Board Games, we will be learning about how we can develop leadership and character through a combination of teamwork and reflectiveness. We will explore strategy, adaptability and improve our communication skills, whilst playing a variety of board games every week.
Girls’ Football
In girls’ football you will have the opportunity to develop your footballing skills and passion for the sport through drills and matches. You will show tenacity and courage as you work towards a tournament at the end of the term.
Yoga
Yoga is a safe and enjoyable way to improve your strength, flexibility and balance, as well as a great way to show responsibility for your emotional and physical wellbeing. You will learn individual poses and sequences and demonstrate tenacity by challenging yourself to exceed your own expectations!
Dance
In dance, we will explore two exciting and contrasting styles of dance, contemporary and commercial. You will need to be curious and courageous, as we learn core dance technique, build fitness and strength, and work collaboratively towards a final group performance.
Netball
In netball you will get the chance to learn the rules and skills needed to play in a match, as well as developing your fitness. You will also get the chance to be chosen for the school netball team and play matches against other schools.