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Enrichment at HNC

The information in this booklet is correct at the time of publication. However, we recommend that you visit the booking system for the most up to date information regarding days and locations. New enrichment opportunities will also be added here!

Your enriching experience

Welcome to your 2024 – 25 guide to enrichment at HNC. Our enrichment offer is a core part of the HNC blueprint, and one of the key ways we provide opportunities for you to become your best self. Taking part in enrichment is therefore a crucial part of your HNC experience.

Key benefits:

1. Build your confidence and skills

How it works

All year round enrichments run throughout the academic year. If you are part of an all year round enrichment then this will count as your enrichment, although you are welcome to attend additional enrichments if you wish

Important information about dates and where enrichment will be optional

Enrichment takes place across two blocks. All enrichments (unless otherwise stated) take place during the lunch break.

Block 1: Commences w/c 18 November and concludes w/e 7 February (10 weeks)

Block 2: Commences w/c 24 February and concludes w/e 16 May (10 weeks)

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2. Gain the knowledge you’ll need to shine at interviews

3. Try something new

4. Give back to others and your local community

5. Enjoy a new perspective on college life

6. Enhance your studies

7. Discover a new hobby

8. Achieve a personal goal

9. Make new friends

10. Enhance your CV

...and of course, it is a crucial part of enabling you to become your best self!

1. Carefully review the list of enrichments available and create your shortlist – we advise that you choose a first choice, and two reserve options in case you do not secure your first choice option

2. It is important that you review the information in this booklet carefully, as we cannot change your booking

3. Bookings will open at 8.30am Wednesday 9 October and close Friday 18 October. Places are bookable on a first come, first served basis

All students will book one enrichment in one of these blocks, unless you participate in one of the activities below. If this is the case, then additional enrichment is optional – however, if you book a space to take part then you must attend any booking you make.

You can opt to not book an opportunity if you already do one of the following things:

- DofE

- Student Council

4. On this day you must only book one enrichment in one block

5. Once booked, your enrichment will appear in your timetable ahead of 4 November and contain further information about the room location for your enrichment

- You are resitting GCSE Maths or GCSE English

- You play for a Sports Academy

- You are in the XL programme

- You study A Level Maths and have been enrolled on to the Bridging the Gap programme

- You are signed up to the externally delivered Reading Stars programme with Kirklees Council

- EPQ or Further Maths

Important information

• You must only book one enrichment in one block. If you book more than one enrichment then staff will cancel additional bookings

• Once booked, we cannot cancel, amend or transfer bookings so please spend time ensuring you have researched your options thoroughly

• Your booked enrichment will appear in your timetable and provide information about the room your enrichment will take place in. You must attend and your attendance will be recorded

• Bookings are on a first come, first served basis. Places are not guaranteed, and once a session is full, it is full – therefore you should be prepared when bookings open to give yourself the best chance of securing your chosen enrichment

• If you do not book something by the deadline, you will be allocated an enrichment by College staff and required to attend this

• Wish to attend more than more than one enrichment? Once bookings have closed, a list will be released of enrichments that have remaining availability. Students are very welcome to attend additional enrichments as available and as they wish

– further details about accessing enrichment extras will be released in due course

All students will be sent a link to book via MS Teams. This will be released at 8.30am on Wednesday 9 October October with places on a strictly first come, first served basis. Bookings cannot be changed, amended or transferred so please ensure that you pay careful care and attention to the booking process

Understanding how enrichment will help you to become your best self

You can opt for an incredible range of enrichment opportunities here at HNC. There is something for everyone, whether you are looking to take part in something linked to your future career plans or want to enjoy a unique experience outside of the classroom, you can choose from a fantastic variety of opportunities that will help you to stand out from the crowd.

To help you browse our extensive enrichment offer we have a useful ‘categories’ tab.

These provide an at a glance summary of the key experiences offered. These categories are as follows.

New skills

This enrichment will develop your skills in a key area such as leadership, team work or will support you to develop a technical skill

Giving back

By taking part you’ll be able to make a difference to others

Industry experiences

Indicates enrichments that support your future career plans

Life beyond HNC

These types of enrichments develop your wider cultural capital, and give you access to unique experiences and insights

Something different

Your opportunity to unleash your creative side

Green agenda

An enrichment where you can play your part in contributing to the climate change agenda

Get creative

Your opportunity to unleash your creative side

Just for fun

An opportunity for you to relax and simply enjoy something fun

Health and wellbeing

An activity that will support your physical and/or mental health and wellbeing

Competition

Your chance to unleash your competitive side

B lock 1 enrichments

B lock 2 enrichments

All year round enrichments

These are not on our booking system - email the person detailed below for details.

Academies

Our Sports Academies are for students who want to be at the top of their game in their chosen sport and their studies. Players who successfully trial for a place on an Academy combine professional level training with their studies (subject to the College being able to timetable this –from time to time it may not be possible) Academies are available as follows:

Basketball

Cricket

Men/ Women’s Football

Netball

Categories

• Health and Wellbeing

• Competition

DofE

We offer the DofE programme, and you can undertake your award at Bronze, Silver and Gold. Undertaking your award will see you enjoy a life-changing experience, enhance your CV and develop your skills whilst having fun, pushing yourself and meeting new friends. Due to the nature of the award, the day this runs on will vary.

Categories

• New skills

• Giving back

• Industry experiences

• Competition

Student Council

Taking part in this is not only an opportunity for you to make a difference, but also a chance for you to develop some unique and valuable skills across a range of areas including public speaking and leadership. Our current team have shaped areas as diverse as the catering provision available to the opening hours of independent learning spaces. As a Student Council member you’ll use your voice and represent your fellow students. This experience will help you to prepare for a potential application to join our formal team in the spring.

Categories

• New skills

XL Programme

Students with a high number of grade 7s and above at GCSE are invited to take part in the XL programme. The programme offers a unique package of support, experiences and opportunities that will help to enhance your applications to the most competitive universities, and build your cultural capital. This is crucial in ensuring that you have the skills and experiences that universities look for alongside your formal qualifications.

This includes the opportunity to attend a fascinating lecture series. Eligible students will receive information directly, but if you’d like to be considered for the programme, email c.cushnie@huddnewcoll.ac.uk

Categories

• New skills

Young Enterprise

Young Enterprise will see you learning how to set up and run a real business, and eventually taking part in the national Young Enterprise competition. During the course of your journey you’ll come up with a business concept, plan and deliver your business idea. You’ll learn an incredible amount along the way including marketing, project planning and financial skills.

Categories

• New skills

• Industry experiences

• Competition

Email: s.graul@huddnewcoll.ac.uk

Email: dofe@huddnewcoll.ac.uk

Email:

J.Marsden@huddnewcoll.ac.uk

• Giving back

• Industry experiences

Email: l.goddard@huddnewcoll.ac.uk

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

• Competition

Become your best self with DofE

DofE is a programme that will see you become your best self through a national programme that will challenge you to be more, see more and do more. You’ll make new friends and gain an incredible range of skills as part of this. We work to offer access to the Bronze, Silver and Gold Award To find out more email dofe@huddnewcoll.ac.uk

Further information

Before booking an enrichment it is very important you read the descriptors for your chosen enrichment in full, along with the descriptors for your shortlist as these cannot be changed once booked.

These fuller descriptors are ordered by day, in alphabetical order.

Block 1 Enrichment

MONDAY

Accessible Astronomy

A chance to learn some astronomy for fun! This is open to anyone with an interest in space and you do not have to study science or have a particular current level of scientific knowledge. You will explore some cool stuff like black holes, and probably watch some Brian Cox videos... and if possible you’ll get out and do some real observations.

Join us for our female only health and fitness sessions, led by a female member of staff.

Categories

• Health and Wellbeing

Greener Fashion: learn

about sustainability in fashion

Fast fashion has a significant impact on the environment. In this hands on, practical course you’ll help to love the planet and save your money by upcycling old outfits to give them a new, fashionable lease of life!

Categories

• Giving back

• Industry experiences

• Green agenda

Magical Musicals – act in or support the HNC musical

Categories

• New skills

• Industry experiences

• Just for fun

Match of the Day – Notational Analysis

Join us to review the past week’s “Match of the Day” highlights and take part in notational analysis, breaking down key moments, strategies, and player performances from the featured matches. You’ll enjoy taking part in statistical analysis, tactical discussions, and the identification of patterns or trends that influenced the outcomes. It’s an excellent opportunity for football enthusiasts to deepen their understanding of the game and develop analytical skills.

Categories

• New skills

• Industry experiences

• Something different

Nail

Art

Join us to express your creative side and enjoy some selfcare. In this enrichment you’ll learn a range of nail painting techniques, and put these into practice on yourself and fellow group members!

Every year HNC hosts an annual musical production which involves students from across a wide range of study programmes. If you’ve ever fancied being part of the cast or backstage crew, then this is the enrichment for you!

Categories

• Industry experiences

• Something different

• Get creative

• Just for fun

Netball

Join us for a friendly game of netball and develop your skills as part of a team.

Categories

• Health and wellbeing

• Competition

Positive Mindset:

breathing and stretching techniques

Physical health and managing stress levels is an important part of developing your overall wellbeing. Join us to explore how breathing and stretching techniques can boost your wellbeing, and support a positive mindset which will help you to cope with life’s ups and downs.

Categories

• New skills

• Something different

• Health and wellbeing

Quiet Book Club

A spin on the more traditional book clubs you may be used to! In this book club, there is no assigned reading - bring your own book or choose from our mini library. This cosy enrichment allows you to meet with other readers, share reviews and discuss your current reads and most importantly, have 25 minutes of uninterrupted reading!

Categories

• Something different

• Just for fun

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 10 million people in over 150 countries and territories who campaign to end abuses of human rights. This society will help you to explore the UK based and world issues of our current time, and work with specialist activists in these areas. It is an amazing way to broaden your horizons. *Please note that this enrichment takes place over both blocks on a fortnightly basis, so it will total ten weeks over a longer period of time.

Categories

• Giving back

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

Ballet

Ballet is a type of dance where you will express yourself through a series of movements. Join us to learn more about the techniques involved, and to tell your story through this expressive form of dance!

Categories

• New skills

• Industry experiences

• Something different

• Just for fun

• Health and wellbeing

Basketball (boys only)

Join us to shoot some hoops and enjoy a friendly game of basketball! Please note in block 1 this is a male only session – a female only session will take place in block 2.

Categories

• Health and Wellbeing

• Just for fun

Become Your Best Self (lecture series)

This inspiring series of guest talks will help you to become your best self. Join us to for a series on practical and inspiring topics that will help you to be the very best you can be inside and outside of the classroom.

Categories

• New skills

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

• Competition

Bridging the Gap in Maths* (invitation only)

This is a specific programme to support A Level Mathematics students who will benefit from additional tuition and support. Please note that if this enrichment will benefit you, you will receive an invitation from your teacher.

Categories

• New skills

• Industry experiences

• Something different

Ceramics – make your own pot

Ever fancied having a go at pottery throwing? Join us to learn more about the skills needed to throw your own pot, and have a go at creating your own masterpiece!

Categories

• New skills

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

• Just for fun

Crochet (for

beginners)

Learn some basic crochet stitches, including magic circles and chains, which are the basis for many useful accessories, such as blankets, clothes and gifts.

Categories

• New skills

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

• Get creative

Crochet (intermediate)

Already mastered the basics of crochet?

Then come along to develop your crocheting skills further, and try your hand at a more advanced creation!

Categories

• New skills

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

• Get creative

Driving Theory Club

Thinking about learning to drive or already taking lessons? Your theory test is a key component of this, and you cannot sit your driving test until you have passed the theory element. In this enrichment you’ll undertake practice tests, identifying areas for further revision and ensuring you are fully prepared for the real thing!

Categories

• New skills

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

People of Colour Society (student led, but supported by staff)

The HNC People of Colour Society is an enrichment for the purpose of celebrating the diverse cultures on Campus. We aim to encourage debate, discussion and better understanding of each other’s communities while creating a safe space for our students and to encourage and welcome those interested or wanting to be educated or part of these discussions.

Categories

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

Poetry by Heart

Poetry by Heart combines poetry and performance, and in this nationally recognised challenge, contestants will develop their knowledge of poetry, choose 1 or 2 poems to learn by heart, and perfect the performance of those poems, all ahead of an internally judge competition at HNC. The winning student will be entered into the national competition, and if chosen to by the judges, will receive an all-expenses paid trip to Shakespeare’s Globe, where they will perform live on stage. This is an enrichment that is open to all students and no performance experience is necessary – we have a proven track record in this competition with several past HNC students reaching the grand finals!

Please note that due to the timings of heats and the national competition, this enrichment takes place throughout both blocks with the HNC final taking place on Wednesday 19 March 2025.

Categories

• New skills

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

• Competition

Serial Killers Around the World

Why and how did some of the most prolific serial killers get caught? This fascinating enrichment will see you researching and discussing a number of high profile cases, to explore the facts around these cases that influenced their downfall.

Categories

• Something different

Sound and Lighting Workshop

Curious about how live productions are made magical using sound and lighting to create atmosphere and special effects?

This hands on course will introduce you to basic sound and lighting skills using the state of the art equipment at HNC.

Categories

• New skills

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

Table Tennis

Join us for a friendly game of table tennis! All abilities and skills welcome.

Categories

• Just for fun

• Health and wellbeing

• Competition

THURSDAY

Current Events:

let’s discuss!*

At this special enrichment you’ll bring along an article from the news and discuss your views and thoughts on this – growing your conversational skills and wider knowledge of the world!

*Please note that this enrichment takes place over both blocks on a fortnightly basis, so it will total ten weeks over a longer period of time.

Categories

• Life beyond HNC

• New skills

• Something different

Faith Curious*

This group aims to allow anybody of any religious persuasion, or none, to come together as one group to discuss their own personal beliefs of the world, the universe and everything! Participants will deliver informal talks around their own world view and beliefs, with the aim of dispelling misconceptions and creating a unified body of ‘Belief Ambassadors’ to play a part in cross-college FREDIE events, such as ‘World Religion Day’ and ‘World Day for Cultural Diversity’! Ultimately, our Ambassadors will be able to apply to deliver sessions to primary school pupils to discuss their beliefs and engage school children in furthering their own religious education. *Please note that this group takes place on a fortnightly basis, over two weeks so you will attend enrichment over both blocks for a total of ten weeks.

Categories

• Giving back

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

Five a Side Football

Join us for a friendly game of five a side football. Open to all abilities from seasoned players to those just looking for fun, this programme promotes teamwork, strategy, and friendly competition.

The 5-a-Side Football enrichment is an exciting and energetic programme that invites students to enjoy fastpaced football matches in the college’s sports hall. The smaller team size and indoor setting make 5-a-side football an engaging and dynamic way to develop football skills, such as passing, dribbling, and quick decision-making. Matches are designed to be fun and inclusive, ensuring everyone has a chance to participate and enjoy the game, regardless of experience.

Categories

• Health and wellbeing

• Competition

Journalism Club: write for the HNC Echo

Join our 10 week programme to learn how you can write for the media. You will look at ‘news worthiness’, how to construct a feature, opinion pieces and news articles, and enjoy a number of visiting speakers. The 10 weeks will culminate in you writing a piece of your choosing for the HNC Echo, which will be published and shared.

Categories

• New skills

• Industry experiences

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

As part of this MOOC enrichment in Forensic Psychology, you will complete an Open University online course, which will take 3 hours per week. We’ll come together to discuss, and upon successful completion you’ll receive a certificate which can support your UCAS applications.

Categories

• New skills

• Industry experience

• Something different

Youth Culture in Cinema

Fancy something different? At this very special club you’ll undertake a personal investigation of how young people are portrayed in famous films from around the globe. Are young

people rebels without a clue in films, or is their portrayal an accurate representation? Come along and have your say!

Categories

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

• Get creative

Debating Club

Have an opinion on key issues, life, the news and everything else in between?

Join our fun sessions where we debate and discuss a wide variety of topics where you’ll challenge your thinking and that of others! Our club is open to everyone and very beginner-friendly – no skill or experience is required!

Categories

• New skills

• Industry experiences

• Life beyond HNC

• Competition

Chess Club

Playing chess offers a wide range of benefits from developing

creativity and focus to perspective and problem solving skills. Join our chess club for a friendly game.

Categories

• Something different

• Just for fun

• Competition

Categories

• New skills

• Something different

Open Mic Club

Keen to perform acoustically but don’t fancy using a mic? Our acoustic ‘open mic’ sessions provide a space to practice and perform acoustically, both through music and the spoken word.

Categories

• New skills

• Something different

• Life beyond HNC

Driving Theory Club (repeat of

Wednesday session)

Therapeutic Colouring

Therapeutic colouring is a form of art therapy that encourages mindfulness, allowing individuals to focus on the present moment and express creativity. This practice can help calm the mind, improve concentration, and provide a sense of accomplishment, contributing to overall mental well-being.

Categories

• Get creative

• Something different

• Life beyond HNC

Block 2 Enrichment

• Green agenda

Juggling Club

Anyone can learn how to juggle! This short course will introduce you to the principles of juggling, and teach you how to juggle a range of objects!

Categories

• New skills

• Something different

• Just for fun

Music Studio

Learn how to complete a multi-track recording in a studio, and how to record a track using a drum kit, electric guitar, electric bass, acoustic guitar, vocals and direct injection. You’ll also be able to explore microphone types and their uses, and how to use a mixing desk in recording. No prior musical experience or qualifications required!

Categories

• New skills

• Industry experiences

• Get creative

Practicing Relaxation

Join us to unwind and alleviate stress through exploring guided relaxation

techniques such deep breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness meditation. These activities aim to calm the mind and body, reduce anxiety, and promote a sense of peace and well-being.

Categories

• New skills

• Something different

• Health and wellbeing

Self Defence: a short course (repeat)

Join our external martial arts expert

Jimmy for this short course in selfdefence which will see you learn a range of skills which will allow you to defend yourself in a safe and responsible way in challenging situations.

Categories

• New skills

• Something different

• Health and wellbeing

Sewing club

Sewing is a key skill, that can save you money and help the environment. Come along and enjoy a range of beginners sewing projects which will teach you all the basics you need to fix your own clothes and make your own simple creations!

Categories

• New skills

• Something different

• Get creative

• Just for fun

TUESDAY

Driving Theory Club (repeat)

Categories

• New skills

• Industry experiences

Folk Music Club

Join us for something different! At this you’re invited to explore different kinds of folk music. Please note, you’ll need to play an instrument and bring it along.

Categories

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

• Get creative

Nail Art (repeat)

Join us to express your creative side and enjoy some self-care. In this enrichment you’ll learn a range of nail painting techniques, and put these into practice on yourself and fellow group members!

Categories

• Industry experiences

• Something different

• Get creative

• Just for fun

Netball

Join us for a friendly game of netball and develop your skills as part of a team.

Categories

• Health and wellbeing

• Competition

Rounders

Fancy getting active and competitive?

Come along to enjoy a friendly game of rounders!

• Just for fun

• Health and wellbeing

• Competition

WEDNESDAY

3D Digital Animation Masterclass

3D animation looks at creating moving images in a three-

dimensional digital environment. Unlike 2D animation, which exists on a flat plane, 3D animation allows for depth and volume, making it possible to create lifelike characters and realistic environments. The process of creating 3D animation is intricate, and during this masterclass you’ll explore the software used to create your own characters and have a chance to make your own!

Categories

• New skills

• Industry experiences

• Something different

• Get creative

Basketball (girls only)

Join us to shoot some hoops and enjoy a friendly game of basketball! Please note in block 2 this is a female only session –

a male only session will take place in block 1.

Categories

• Health and wellbeing

• Competition

Become Your Best Self (lecture series – repeat)

Categories

• New skills

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

• Competition

Bridging the Gap in Maths* (invitation

only)

This is a specific programme to support

A Level Mathematics students who will benefit from additional tuition and support. Please note that if this enrichment will benefit you, you will receive an invitation from your teacher.

Categories

• New skills

• Industry experiences

• Something different

Ceramics – make your own pot (repeat)

Ever fancied having a go at pottery

throwing? Join us to learn more about the skills needed to throw your own pot, and have a go at creating your own masterpiece!

Categories

• New skills

• Life beyond HNC

• Get creative

Events Management Masterclass

Every wondered about the steps that go into dreaming up, planning and delivering a successful event? Then our Events Management Masterclass is for you! During this enrichment you’ll be tasked with creating an event that will raise funds for our Christmas fundraiser to purchase items for our hygiene shoeboxes for the homeless. In this, you’ll explore everything from planning an event to marketing, fundraising and networking for donations.

Categories

• New skills

• Industry experiences

• Get creative History of Music

Love your music and keen to explore how the artists of the past have influenced the music that you hear today? Join us to discuss and explore a range of music styles and genres, and discuss your favourites.

Categories

• Industry experiences

• Life beyond HNC

• Get creative

• Just for fun

People of Colour Society (repeat, student led, but supported by staff)

Categories

• Giving back

• Industry experiences

• Life beyond HNC

Think Outside the Box:

develop your problemsolving skills

Join our quiz based club that will get your brain working, and develop your creative, problem and lateral thinking skills.

Categories

• New skills

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

Table Tennis

Join us for a friendly game of table tennis!

All abilities and skills welcome.

Categories

• Just for fun

• Health and wellbeing

• Competitive THURSDAY

Art, Culture and Travel

Join us to share information and experiences of cities in Europe, exploring the culture, artists and visitor attractions.

Categories

• New skills

• Life beyond HNC

• Industry experiences

BSL for Beginners

British Sign Language (BSL) is a visual means of communicating using gestures, facial expression, and body language. Sign Language is used mainly by people who are deaf or have hearing impairments.

Join us to learn some of the fundamentals of BSL.

Categories

• New skills

• Giving back

• Something different

Cricket

Our indoor cricket enrichment offers students a fantastic opportunity to engage in fast-paced, exciting cricket matches within the College’s sports barn.

Open to all skill levels, from seasoned cricketers to beginners, this programme fosters teamwork, skill development all you need is a love for the game.

Categories

• Health and wellbeing

• Competition

Dissection Club

ESports Coaching analysis is a convergence of skill, strategy, and split-second decision-making where users review and analyse games to see where strategies could be improved.

A fascinating enrichment!

Categories

• Something different

• Just for fun

• Competition

Illustration Club

Chess Club

Playing chess offers a wide range of benefits from developing creativity and focus to perspective and problem solving skills. Join our chess club for a friendly game.

Categories

• Something different

• Just for fun

• Competition

When you create an illustration you explain information in a visual way – illustrations can be anything from a drawing, a photo or a collage, but with usually represent details or facts in an artistic way. Join us to explore the art of illustration.

Categories

• New skills

• Industry experiences

• Something different

• Get creative

Italian Language Club

Ciao! Fancy mastering the basics of the Italian language?

Come along to master some basic words, phrases and sentences and explore the Italian culture.

Categories

• New skills

• Something different

• Life beyond HNC

Life Drawing (Art students only)

As the name suggests, life drawing is when an artist draws from real life! Due to the nature of this enrichment, this is limited to students studying an Art subject. Join us to create your masterpiece based on a live person.

Categories

• New skills

• Something different

• Get creative Open Mic Club (repeat)

Keen to perform acoustically but don’t fancy using a mic? Our acoustic ‘open mic’ sessions provide a space to practice and perform acoustically, both through music and the spoken word.

Categories

• New skills

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

Weird and Wonderful Wildlife

Join us to explore some interesting animal facts, focusing on a different animal or group of animals each week. You’ll look at some interesting facts, resources and activities – and you’re more than welcome to bring along your own to discuss too!

Categories

• Life beyond HNC

• Something different

• Get creative World Culture Day

Planning group

Want to progress your events management skills? Have some good ideas of what you can contribute to our World Culture Day? Join this engaging enrichment to lead the way on planning, organising and managing the upcoming celebration.

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• Life beyond HNC

• Give back

• Something different

Volunteer in a primary schoolexternally delivered opportunities

HNC works in partnership with Kirklees Council to offer three distinct programmes which will see you receiving specialist training and then going into a primary school to put your skills and knowledge into action as a volunteer. This is a perfect enrichment for any student looking to give back, and is particularly perfect for any student looking at a career in primary teaching or other role working with young children.

Please note that while this can count as your enrichment, places are limited due to the nature of what it involves. Should demand exceed capacity, an interview/ shortlisting process will apply. It is also important to note that each programme incorporates dates of training you must attend and following this, you will then volunteer in a school to deliver the programme you have been trained in. It is therefore important to note that this is a significant commitment of your time. Naturally, taking part will offer you so much in return, provide you with unique experiences and skills and is great for your personal statement. You’ll also be able to give back!

The programmes Maths Mate Volunteer

Your training will help you to understand the key factors that contribute to a child’s numeracy development, and the strategies and tools available to support numeracy learning. Following your training, you will go into a school to support a child between 7 - 11 years with their maths.

Discover how you can promote a love of reading in young children, boosting their confidence, reading ability and enjoyment of books. Following your training, you’ll volunteer in a primary school to help inspire children to enjoy

Find out more

Please use the booking system option in block 1 and choose the programme that interests you. You will then be emailed further detailed information.

You must attend the training days for each programme as specified. Please note that as part of the programme, you will also commit to volunteering in a primary school as detailed.

Keen help children boost early language and communication skills in children aged 3-7 years? Then Speech Stars is for you! Your training will help you to understand how children learn, then you’ll go into a school/ early years setting to help children to develop oracy, listening skills, vocabulary, social