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Enrichment Opportunities

"Living life in all its fullness" 

At High Halden Church of England Primary School, our Christian values of Generosity, Respect, Love, Trust, Wisdom, and Hope underpin everything we do. Through our broad, enriched curriculum, we provide every child with the skills, knowledge, and character they need to flourish—both now and in the future.

We aim to nurture:

  • Confidence – to try, persevere, and succeed

  • Compassion – to care for others and the world

  • Curiosity – to keep asking questions and seeking answers

  • Character – to live with integrity and resilience

🌟 Planned Curriculum Enrichment

We believe in creating memorable learning experiences that spark curiosity and inspire a love for learning. At the start of each term, we hold whole-school Themed Days—designed to give pupils and staff an exciting launch to the term and something to look forward to after a break.

This year’s Themed Days include:

  • Starting Strong – New beginnings and amazing people who inspire us

  • The Big Draw – Celebrating creativity and visual storytelling

  • New Year, New World – Global citizenship and sustainability

  • Eco-Engineers: Building a Better Planet – DT-focused projects to protect nature, reduce waste, save energy, and solve environmental problems

  • Our Planet, Our Future – Outdoor learning and climate action

  • Play Day – A day of playful opportunities for all ages

Additional enrichment opportunities across the year:

  • European Day of Languages

  • Hello Yellow (World Mental Health Day)

  • Whole-school Pantomime visit

  • NSPCC Number Day

  • Author visit – Joshua Siegal, poet

  • Pyjamarama (bedtime story event)

  • Flourish Together Day – Cross-federation workshops

  • Roots to Food cooking experience

  • National Sports Week

🌳 Outdoor Learning

We use our beautiful rural setting to inspire and engage:

  • Outdoor learning sessions for all year groups

  • Forest School provision and environmental stewardship

  • Opportunities to manage risk through open-ended play

  • Local area visits and community projects

  • Caring for our school garden and guinea pigs 

⚽ Sports & Physical Activity

We promote an active, healthy lifestyle for all:

  • Inter-school competitions and sports festivals

  • Specialist PE teaching and coaching from external providers

  • Annual Sports Day and House tournaments

  • Balanceability and Bikeability training

  • Daily Mile initiative

  • Participation in national campaigns such as #LetGirlsPlay

🎵 Music, Art & Drama

Creativity is celebrated across the curriculum:

  • EYFS/KS1 and KS2 Nativity Performances and whole end-of-year celebrations 

  • Young Voices choir performance at the O2 Arena

  • Visiting musicians and artists to inspire pupils

  • Whole school and class performances at community events and church services

  • Peripatetic music lessons for individuals or groups

  • Progressive instrument learning: EYFS – Glockenspiels, Y1/2 – Recorders, Y3/4 – Clarinets (with Kent Music Hub), Y5/6 – African Drums

✝ Religious Education & Collective Worship

Our RE provision is rooted in respect and understanding:

  • Understanding Christianity programme alongside the study of other world faiths and world views

  • Pupil-led worship and readings at services in St Mary the Virgin Church

  • Opportunities to explore philosophical thinking and big life questions

💬 PSHE, RSE, SMSC & Wellbeing

Developing healthy, happy, and safe children:

  • Pol-Ed PSHE scheme, aligned with DfE statutory guidance

  • Relationships and Sex Education delivered through the Christopher Winter Project

  • ELSA and nurture groups for emotional support

  • Wellbeing Weeks and mental health awareness events

  • First Aid and safety education for all pupils

British Values & Leadership

Preparing responsible, engaged citizens:

  • Active School Council and House Captains

  • Pupil leadership roles: Eco Committee, Worship Leads, Play Leaders

  • Opportunities for public speaking and debate

  • Charitable fundraising and community action projects

🌟 Clubs & Enrichment

Opportunities for all talents and interests:

  • Art, Dance, Coding, Chess, Lego, Cooking, Drama, Sports clubs

  • Nature-based and outdoor play activities

  • Funded music lessons and enrichment for Pupil Premium pupils

Life Skills Progression

We believe life skills are as important as academic learning in preparing children for the future. Our Life Skills Progression is designed to develop independence, confidence, and responsibility step by step from Early Years through Year 6. Pupils begin with simple skills such as dressing themselves, recognising trusted adults, and understanding basic safety. As they move through the years, they learn to manage money, care for their health, travel safely, and understand their role in the wider community. By Year 6, children are able to budget, travel independently, support others, and discuss current affairs with maturity. This carefully planned progression ensures that, alongside academic achievement, our pupils leave primary school equipped with the practical abilities and positive mindset they need to thrive in the next stage of their education and in life.

🎓 Transition to Secondary School

Ensuring pupils are ready for their next stage:

  • Links and projects with local secondary schools

  • Year 6 residential and team-building activities

  • Opportunities to broaden friendships and social skills