Enrichment and Personal Development
At St Dunstan's, we are committed to providing all pupils with a rich variety of experiences that enhance learning, broaden horizons and develop the knowledge, skills and aspirations needed to flourish in school and in later life. Through educational visits, visitors, sport, the arts, Catholic Life and leadership opportunities, pupils encounter experiences that extend beyond the classroom and enrich their understanding of the world.
Enrichment Activity |
Year Groups |
Subject Area |
Impact on Pupils |
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Pupil Leadership Opportunities (Prayer Leaders, Mini Vinnies, Prefects, House Captains, Monitors, Librarians and other leadership roles) |
All |
Developing leadership skills, responsibility and active citizenship. Through roles such as Prayer Leaders, Mini Vinnies, Prefects and Monitors, pupils learn to serve others, lead with integrity, make a positive contribution to the school community and live out the values of the Gospel in their daily lives. |
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| Wellness Wednesday - After School Clubs | Reception - Year 6 |
Personal Development, Sport, Arts, Music and Wider Curriculum |
Providing every child with access to high-quality enrichment opportunities free of charge. After-school clubs allow pupils to develop talents, explore new interests, build confidence, strengthen social skills and broaden their experiences beyond the classroom, ensuring that all pupils can participate and flourish. |
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Class Act Theatrix Company |
EYFS, KS1 |
English: Speaking and Listening |
Developing pupils' oracy, confidence and vocabulary through drama and communication activities. Language enrichment and targeted interventions support pupils to become articulate, confident communicators. |
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Junior Jam |
Reception - Year 6 |
Music |
Exposing pupils to learning to play new instruments in a fun, creative way. KS2 students use their music theory knowledge to read the notated music and write and record compositions. |
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Visit from Theatre Production Company |
Y1-Y6 |
English |
Arts and Literature |
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British Science Week
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All |
Science
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Celebrating discoveries over time in Science, technology and engineering |
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Cultural Day |
All |
PHSE |
Celebrating diversity and promoting respect for different cultures, traditions and ways of life. Pupils develop a deeper understanding of the world around them whilst recognising and valuing the richness of our school community. |
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Vocations Week |
All |
PHSE, RE |
Raising aspirations and introducing pupils to a wide range of future pathways. Through encounters with different professions and vocations, pupils are encouraged to reflect on their talents, ambitions and how they can use their gifts in service of others. |
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Corporal Acts of Mercy |
All |
Catholic Life British Values |
Developing compassion, empathy and social responsibility. Pupils learn about the needs of others locally and globally and are encouraged to take action through service, fundraising and acts of kindness inspired by Catholic Social Teaching. |