At Cox Green School, education extends far beyond the classroom. We believe every student should have the opportunity to discover new interests, develop their talents and build the confidence and skills they need for life beyond school.

Our wide-ranging Enrichment and Wider Curriculum programme complements our academic curriculum and Personal Development provision, giving students opportunities to try something new, pursue existing passions and become active members of our school community.

Our enrichment programme reflects our school values of Be Respectful, Be Kind and Be Determined, with a diverse range of clubs, activities and opportunities available throughout the year.

Students can take part in activities including:

• Sport and fitness
• The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
• Music, drama and art
• Academic enrichment, including subjects such as Classics and Biology
• Leadership and mentoring opportunities
• Wellbeing and community projects

Our enrichment offer is regularly updated, with details of current activities shared with students and families through the school newsletter.

We are proud to offer groups that celebrate and support the diversity of our school community. These include Qmmunity, Unity, Wellbeing Ambassadors and our Anti-Bullying Group.

Students involved in these groups play an active role in school life through assemblies, lunchtime activities, peer mentoring, awareness campaigns and other projects.

These opportunities allow students to have their voices heard while developing confidence, empathy and leadership skills.

We are proud to offer groups that celebrate and support the diversity of our school community. These include Qmmunity, Unity, Wellbeing Ambassadors and our Anti-Bullying Group.

Students involved in these groups play an active role in school life through assemblies, lunchtime activities, peer mentoring, awareness campaigns and other projects.

These opportunities allow students to have their voices heard while developing confidence, empathy and leadership skills.

Our House system brings students together through friendly competition, teamwork and a shared sense of community.

Throughout the year, students can participate in a programme of events spanning different subjects, interests and activities. This gives everyone the opportunity to get involved, represent their House and develop new skills.

The programme also includes regular charitable activities and fundraising events, encouraging students to support local and national organisations through fundraising, donations and community initiatives.

Our Sixth Form students have access to a dedicated enrichment programme, providing further opportunities to develop skills and experiences beyond their academic studies.

Activities can include volunteering in local primary schools and care homes, sport, cooking, debating and a variety of other opportunities.

The programme encourages students to broaden their experiences, contribute to their local community and develop the skills that will support them as they move into higher education, apprenticeships and employment.

Cox Green School’s Aspire programme is a support network, led by Ms Killick, aimed to encourage students to set and reach aspirational goals. This tailored programme is primarily for “High Prior Attainer” students whose SATs results demonstrate strong potential, although we of course encourage all students to be aspirational with their approach to learning and planning for the future.

At Cox Green School, we take pride in supporting all students as they work towards future plans, through our extensive and diverse careers’ programme, led by our on-site careers advisor, Ms Thompson. The Aspire programme aims to ignite aspirations towards high-calibre career paths as students progress through school.

Whilst naturally academia-centric, the programme will also aim to support students’ holistic development through enhancing both personal skills and enrichment opportunities. Students will have the opportunity to work on critical thinking skills, discuss their plans and priorities and to have structured support with goal-setting. Meetings with students, either 1:1 mentoring, as part of a group or small seminars will occur throughout the academic year.

There is no cost attached to the programme and we aim to tie in enrichment offered by the school. This may involve adopting forward-thinking strategies when it comes to key skills. For example, the increased likelihood of gaining a future in medicine, dentistry, veterinary, electronics or engineering are greatly improved for those who can demonstrate proficiency in subjects involving fine motor skills such as Art, Music or Technology, all of which offer enrichment at Cox Green. Likewise highly transferable skills such as teamwork, communication, time management, resilience and leadership gained through Cox Green’s many sporting activities and the Arts. Programmes such as Duke of Edinburgh will improve the potential of acceptance into any job or university course.

Please peruse the parent guidance booklet from NACE (National Association for Able Children in Education) for whom we have a membership, for simple tips to support your child to reach their high potential. Check back in for further resources and information throughout the year.

Access to the best future opportunities should not be limited to those from privileged backgrounds. We strongly believe our students deserve the chance to aspire, achieve and succeed and we are committed to providing the support needed to make this possible.

Parents and carers value the breadth of opportunities available at Cox Green School:

“The range of extra-curricular opportunities and how my children have been encouraged and supported in their interests.”

“The ability to give a well-rounded education, including the non-academic curriculum, and being part of a community.”

Our students also recognise the impact these opportunities have:

“The school gives me opportunities to be the best person I can be.”

“I am given many opportunities to join clubs and to follow my dreams.”

Discover new interests. Develop your talents. Build confidence. Be part of something more.