Sixth Form Enrichment and Development

The quality of any enrichment programme is a measure of how seriously a school takes its responsibility of building well-rounded, healthy, ambitious, intellectually curious, emotionally resilient, and ultimately happy and successful human beings. Enrichment, done well, develops the individual and helps them fulfil their broader potential, giving students the opportunity to grow as people into the adults they will be by the time they leave us.

While academic outcomes are clearly very important, at Leweston students mean so much more to us than just a set of grades. To ensure that the whole person is ‘enriched and developed’ we offer a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities including our bespoke Leweston Enrichment Activity Programme (LEAP), designed to develop Sixth Formers as the senior student leaders of our community.

The Leweston Enrichment Activity Programme (LEAP)

To complement our comprehensive tutorial programme, the innovative Leweston Enrichment Activity Programme (LEAP) offers the opportunity to engage in a range of experiences, activities and opportunities that go beyond timetabled studies while providing the tools to grow as individuals as well as the most senior members of our community. LEAP has been carefully and comprehensively designed to help prepare for university applications in Year 12 (for those who are intending to go) and develop essential skills for employment and/or apprenticeships in Year 13, offering the opportunity to engage in self-directed activities to identify and set targets to ensure success in both areas. The LEAP umbrella includes Physical Education, PSHRE, Religion and Ethics, EPQ, Leiths, Duke of Edinburgh, Ten Tors and Lifeguarding.

Community

Students engage in initiatives, activities and events that support both the school and wider community, for example through membership of a committee, house or council, younger tutor group, or by position as a prefect, subject ambassador, peer mentor or guardian.

Opportunity

Students take the lead in organising, running and participating in activities and events that develop employability and transferable life skills, personal attributes, physical fitness and sports ability, health and wellbeing, social responsibility and an appreciation of culture and the arts.

Expertise

Students commit to developing academic potential, skills and knowledge through participation in subject and non-subject-related extension or super-curricular activities, post-A Level preparation sessions (e.g. UCAS), study-skills training, academic competitions and societies, and the EPQ.

Enrich your studies

In addition to the LEaD programme there are many and varied ways to enrich your academic studies. These include the Head's Essay Society, departmental trips and visits, and completing an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). Highly respected by universities, this extended essay helps to develop independent learning and research skills.

Learn More about the EPQ

Physical Education

Sixth Formers have an afternoon of sport once a week and many continue to compete in competitive matches. Every year the school welcomes Pentathlon, Equestrian and Sports scholars into Sixth Form who participate in the relevant elite sports programme. Students can choose their own programme from a range of competitive and recreational sports as well as activities that promote health and fitness.

Visit our Sport at Leweston page

Becoming leaders of the future

At Leweston, we believe in the power of giving back and working together with our community. Every individual, particularly those in Sixth Form, is encouraged to take responsibility for their learning, their relationships, and their personal growth. By fostering a culture of accountability, we support pupils in becoming compassionate leaders who are aware of their role in creating a better society.

Visit our Responsibility and Community page

Extra-Curricular Activities

Enrichment covers a number of extra-curricular activities. There are opportunities to learn new skills, improve on existing skills and discover new interests. Sixth Formers can train as lifeguards, complete the Ten Tors Challenge, participate in DofE Gold and join in with a wealth of after-school and lunchtime clubs.

Visit our Enrichment and Activities page