Overwhelmingly, research indicates that extra-curricular opportunities play an important role in helping pupils to develop soft skills, as well as boosting their confidence to interact with others, and above all, offering an important space to have fun and relax away from the pressures of schoolwork. For me, one of the joys of coming out of lockdown is seeing students participate in extra-curricular activities, which in Sixth Form has included our bi-annual trip to New York, which provides students with the opportunities to explore this dynamic and cosmopolitan city with their friends. I was so impressed with how maturely students responded to the increased level of freedom they were given on the trip, which is facilitated by developing student-teacher relationships based on mutual trust and respect.
Sherfield Sixth Form encourages students to personalise their extra-curricular programme by organising and leading events which showcase their interests, talents, and skills. As a school we are committed to ensuring that students are provided with the support they need to bring their ideas to life, whether this be organising a Talent Show, a Murder Mystery Evening, or a Careers Fair. Whilst academic qualifications are certainly important, grades alone don’t define a person, which is why we place considerable emphasis on developing skills which will provide students with a solid foundation for their future beyond Sherfield.
Rebecca Seamark, Head of Sixth Form
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