Curriculum Enrichment
Our curriculum extends beyond the expectations of the National Curriculum, offering a rich and varied programme of learning that inspires curiosity, ambition, and personal growth. Underpinned by the words of John 10:10 – ‘I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full’ – we are committed to providing every child with opportunities to flourish academically, socially, and spiritually. Through purposeful and relevant learning experiences, we seek to raise aspirations, instil pride in achievement, and prepare pupils to live life in all its fullness
Whole School Theme Days/Weeks
Throughout the year, themed days/weeks are woven into the curriculum to extend and enhance the breadth and balance of opportunities we offer our pupils. These include, Anti-Bullying Week, Wear Your Scarf to School Day, World Book Day, Big School Birdwatch, and much more.
Physical Education
In addition to our high-quality PE lessons, our children are invited to take part in competitions and clubs, sparking a love for physical education and sports. We also where possible, provide opportunities for our children to engage in a wider range of outdoor activities including sailing and caving.
Educational Visits and Residentials
School trips and visits are an integral part of the education of children at Hornby St Margaret’s. Class visits are aimed at bringing learning alive and providing first-hand experience. We also take part in many extra-curricular outings such as “The Big Sing” and a variety of sporting events.
Children in Years 4, 5 and 6 take part in residential visits. These are planned to provide new and exciting experiences. We aim to provide children with either a city visit (Edinburgh) or a rural experience (Brathay).
Visitors into School
We welcome visitors into school to deliver talks and workshops across a wide range of subjects, giving pupils access to outside experiences and expertise. Visitors provide a link with the wider community.
This year we have had a range of visitors including Sportsreach, the Fire Brigade, NISCU, Lancaster Soroptmist, Judo Education and a local Ceiledh band.
We have been working with Alex and Olivia from the Westminster Foundation offering a unique and valuable experience, fostering engagement, promoting social skills, and connecting children with nature. We acted as hosts for a community event where we were joined by two other local schools with children engaging in activities including making a nature book mark, bulb planting and apple pressing.
Charity
Children at Hornby St Margaret’s are actively involved in charity work and fundraising for various local, national and international charities. We hold annual events to raise funds for nominated charities: Royal British Legion, Elf Run in aid of St John’s Hospice and Children in Need.
We have donated reading books to Timboni School in Kenya.
Additional Enrichment Opportunities
* Breakfast and After School Clubs
* Swimming
* Showcase events
* Family Celebration assemblies
* Whole school celebrations – Harvest, Christmas, Easter
* Annual Pantomime trip
