Blending inside with outside
Our Co-Curricular programme blends inside the classroom with outside the classroom and is an extremely important part of the life and ethos of Wellingborough School. Pupils can choose from a wide variety of co-curricular activities, which aim to accommodate all abilities and most interests, at lunchtimes, after school and at weekends – so you can be sure to find something that suits you!
Insight into Co-Curricular programme
Lunchtime enrichment
Year 7-10 participate in these activities and many are led by pupils from Year 10 and above. Options are varied from knitting to forensic science.
In addition, public speaking and debating competitions, dance and first aid are always popular. In Year 10 and Lower Sixth, Young Enterprise is offered which empowers pupils to harness their personal and business skills and make the connection between school and the world of work.
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Adventure experiences
Throughout their time at Wellingborough, our pupils enjoy a variety of educational visits that enrich their learning and broaden their horizon. From exploring local attractions to engaging with new environments, these experiences help bring classroom learning to life.
The curriculum is complemented by a well-resourced co-curricular programme, which benefits pupils of all ages and abilities. The programme is wide-ranging and well-coordinated and is designed to support pupils’ skills, interests and personal development – This is a significant strength of the school.
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Duke of Edinburgh
The Duke of Edinburgh Award is an optional activity which overlaps with many CCF activities. We offer pupils the opportunity to enter at one of three levels: Bronze, Silver or Gold, or to complete all three.
They achieve a DofE Award by following a personalised programme of activities in four sections, which includes the Expedition element of the Award. The majority of participants enter at Bronze level in Year 9, and a smaller number continue to Silver and Gold.
Music lessons
The Music Department offers individual music lessons throughout the week for a wide variety of instruments, from voice to percussion. As well as House Music Competitions, pupils can perform in bands, choirs and quartets and musical events are a highlight of the school calendar.
Drama classes
The School’s Drama Department produces one major production each year, at the local Castle Theatre, as well as a number of smaller performances. These provide pupils with the opportunity to take part in the full theatrical repertoire and in recent years we have performed Les Misérables, Oliver, A View From The Bridge and Sweeney Todd.
Leadership opportunities
Sixth Form can participate in all the co-curricular activities offered and in addition they are encouraged to step into roles of leadership:
Lunchtime enrichment – Year 7-10 take part in a variety of activities and these are mainly student led, from Dance to Musical Theatre.
Young Enterprise – This experience is offered to Lower Sixth, this empowers students to harness their personal and business skills and make the connection between school and the world of work. Students lead a team of their peers and elect a Managing Director, Finance Director, Marketing Director and IT Director to design, deliver, present and sell their products.
Year 11 Leadership Training – Those students who choose not to complete their CCF leadership training can support with Year 11 leadership skills. This includes Language Leaders, Sports Leaders Science Leaders and Community Leaders.
Sixth Form academic enrichment
Twice a week, students opt for an activity to enhance their UCAS application, from First Aid skills to English Speaking Board qualifications and English Speaking Union debate competitions. A guest lecture programme is also in place and Oxbridge aspirants are also invited to join the Aspire group.
