Beyond the Curriculum

Robin Stevens is one of the UK’s leading authors and spoke to students from Prep and Seniors about her life and her range of books ‘Deepdean Mini Mysteries’.

Within the Seniors we are proud to offer opportunities over and above those that may be available elsewhere.

Beyond the Curriculum

The Beyond the Curriculum programme within Seniors develops life skills and gives advice in a range of areas; helping students to make informed choices and take their place in today’s world. All Year 7 students in Seniors take part in Beyond the Curriculum.

Topics covered include:

Etiquette
Public Speaking
Cookery
Mandarin
Looking after Myself Drama
Careers
The Environment
Theatre Skills
Yoga
Dragon's Den
Mindfulness & Positive Mindset
Managing Relationships
Research Skills, Media Literacy, Careers
Making A Music Video
Meal Planning and Nutrition, Budgeting and Shopping
Social Media, Digital Footprint
Introduction to Law
Charitable Enterprise
Interview Skills
Invest In Your Future, Understanding Tax
An Introduction to Politics & Government

English Enrichment Programme

The English Enrichment Programme invites guest visitors in to talk to students. We are fortunate to be able to offer students the opportunity to listening to some of the country’s leading authors who inspire and enthuse as they talk about their books and careers.

For more information see our Inspiring Talks Series to see who has visited the School recently.

Guests have included:

Clare Balding, TV Presenter and Author

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Clare Balding spoke to students from Prep and Seniors about her life, career and her love of writing and what inspires her.

Sir Tony Robinson, OBE, TV Presenter and Author

Sir Tony Robinson gave an enthralling talk to students from Prep and Seniors about his book series ‘A Weird World of Wonders’.

Robin Stevens, author of ‘Murder most Unladylike’ series and ‘Deepdean Mini Mysteries’