Senior School Beyond the Curriculum

Sunday Times Schools Guide 2025 - Independent Secondary School of the Year North West

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 and 8 students in Seniors take part in our Beyond the Curriculum programme which are weekly sessions that they take part in with other members of their House.

Sessions are taught by members of staff including the Headmaster and members of the Senior Leadership team.

Year 7 Beyond the Curriculum

2024-25 Year 7 Beyond the Curriculum Topics

  • Etiquette Training
  • Body Language
  • First Impressions
  • Leadership & Communication
  • Yoga
  • Creative Writing
  • Poetry by Heart
  • Debating
  • Animation
  • Careers
  • Critical Thinking
  • First Aid
  • Puberty

Year 8 Beyond the Curriculum

2024-25 Year 8 Beyond the Curriculum Topics

  • Tenner Challenge
  • Yoga
  • Creative Writing
  • Poetry by Heart
  • Debating
  • Animation
  • Careers
  • Critical Thinkinng
  • First Aid / Puberty

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Seniors Assessment Days

Assessment Days are being held on Monday 16th, Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th June for Year 5 pupils looking to join Seniors in September 2026.

Please register your interest, or contact Ms. Julie Hopper, PA to the Headmaster to find out more.