This is a distinctive curriculum offer that complements the values of Hayesfield and are coordinated to ensure breadth and challenge. Year 7 students at Hayesfield are given the opportunity to master a new skill, take up a challenge and develop confidence in something new.
Students are able to choose which class to follow and are encouraged to develop their performance, creativity, sport and leadership qualities.
This year they include:
Choir (Full Year Focus)
Preparing for three performances at the Summer Gala.
Cycling (Full Year Focus)
In conjunction with British Cycling – Leading to Bikeability – https://bikeability.org.uk/
PE Leaders (Full Year Focus)
Sports Leaders of the future – Producing and leading sports games for many abilities.
The Dangerous Masterclass for Daring Girls (2 Term Carousel)
Introducing skills to prepare for Duke of Edinburgh.
Including activities such as:
- using a Trangia
- putting up a tent
- putting up an emergency shelter
- and knots
Messy Maths (2 Term Carousel)
Expanding knowledge of mathematics through maths in art. Patterns, Sequences, Tessellations & Symmetry. Learning about artist M.C Escher and impossible drawings.
Employability (2 Term Carousel)
Leading to the Hayesfield Employability Award
Focusing on:
- working as a team
- health and safety in the workplace
- career exploration and employability skills
- communicating with others
- improving skills to present information
- customer service
- and tackling problems at work
