Curriculum enrichment

At Whitehouse we aim for all of our pupils to access some form of extra-curricular activity throughout the school day. Extra-curricular lessons in subjects such as Music, Art and Sport help extend our children’s personal development and confidence beyond the classroom.

Each individual has the opportunity to develop their strengths and to discover new talents and interests. Whitehouse is pleased to be able to offer all its pupils an extensive range of extra-curricular activities, which may take place over the lunch time period, activities vary each term but during the year may include rugby, badminton, table tennis, construction, crafts, kickboxing and performing arts.

We are consistently looking at ways in which we can extend our offer to meet the requests of our pupils. We believe that these valuable opportunities should enrich the pupils’ learning experiences – developing skills, providing a sense of belonging, and providing fun and enjoyment.

Alongside our lunch time offers, Whitehouse have the opportunity of enriching the children’s day through:

  • Swimming Lessons

  • The Daily Mile

  • Inter-setting sports challenges

  • Gymnastics and dance

  • Food Technology

  • DJ sessions with the Noise academy

  • Steel Drums

Further information:

“Whitehouse Pupil Referral Unit is a calm and friendly environment where pupils are happy and feel safe.”

Ofsted

“Staff know the pupils well, and pupils respond positively to these strong relationships.”

Ofsted

“Parents comment that their children’s behaviour improves significantly after joining the school.”

Ofsted

“Pupils listen carefully to their teachers and to each other, creating a calm and focused learning environment.”

Ofsted

“By the time a pupil leaves the school, they are well prepared for either mainstream school or specialist provision.”

Ofsted

“Teachers have high aspirations for their pupils, and pupils work hard to achieve them.”

Ofsted

“Leaders, staff, and governors are ambitious for pupils to achieve their full potential.”

Ofsted

“Teachers skilfully support pupils’ specific special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).”

Ofsted

“Pupils learn to read with confidence and can explain past events and infer what might happen next in a story.”

Ofsted

“Pupils enjoy a wide range of activities that broaden their learning, including drama, cheerleading, and school trips.”

Ofsted

“The school has systems in place to track individual pupils’ progress, ensuring they are continually challenged.”

Ofsted

“Classrooms and corridors are calm, with pupils showing respect to their peers, teachers, and visitors.”

Ofsted

“Teachers help pupils anticipate when they might become angry, improving their ability to manage their emotions.”

Ofsted

“Staff feel valued and proud to work at the school, receiving strong support from senior leaders.”

Ofsted

“The governing body and the wider academy trust are ambitious for the school, ensuring both staff and pupils are well-supported.”

Ofsted