At The Rosewood School, enrichment is a fundamental component of our curriculum and wider personal development offer. We recognise enrichment as the broad range of experiences that support pupils' social, emotional, cultural and personal growth, enabling them to thrive both within school and beyond. Through a carefully planned programme of opportunities, pupils engage in meaningful experiences that extend learning beyond the classroom, including employer encounters, work experience, educational visits, community engagement, leadership opportunities, creative arts, physical activities and preparation for adulthood.
Our enrichment provision is designed to ensure that every pupil, regardless of need or background, can develop confidence, resilience, independence and self-advocacy. It provides opportunities for pupils to discover their interests, talents and aspirations while developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for successful adult lives. Pupils are encouraged to express their views, make informed choices and take increasing ownership of their learning and personal development.
Enrichment at The Rosewood School reflects our commitment to inclusion, belonging and high ambition for every learner. Experiences are carefully tailored to meet individual needs and aspirations, enabling pupils to build positive relationships, contribute to their communities and develop a strong sense of identity. Through these opportunities, pupils become active participants in society, equipped with the confidence, character and cultural understanding to make a positive difference in the world around them.
This aligns closely with the school's vision and values and demonstrates how personal development is woven throughout school life, ensuring that pupils are prepared for their next stage of education, employment, training and independent living.
Whole School Trips
- The Big Cat Sanctuary – Conservation
- Canterbury Cathedral
- Canterbury Mosque
- Visit by MP
- Wingham Wildlife trip
- Pantomime
PSHE speakers
- Kent Fire Service
- Kent Police
- St Giles Trust (Gangs and county Lines)
- British Red Cross - Youth First Aid
- We are With You (substance misuse)
Careers visits and speakers
- Careers Fair
- Skills and employability
- Visit to Kent colleges
- Apprenticeship talks
- Engineering Trade Fair
- Police Chef – Royal Marines
- Kent Ambulance - IT/Cyber Security/AI Workshop
- Royal Engineers Teamwork Workshop
- Ambulance Service
- Easyjet careers
- NHS Mental Health
- Psychology careers talk
- Mock interviews
- Veterinary Physiotherapist
Subject visits and speakers
- Art trip to Turner Contemporary
- Photography sessions from UCA
- Fine Art sessions from UCL
- Canterbury Christ Church University Sports Lab
- Water sports
- Sewing workshop
- Sterling Equine
- Bank of England
- British Science Week
- Poetry workshop
- Porchlight
Y10 Work Experience
- Communigrow