Enrichment

Enrichment is a vital part of life at Redwood School, offering learners a wide range of experiences that extend learning beyond the classroom. Through creative, physical and practical activities, we nurture confidence, curiosity and independence. Our enrichment opportunities are designed to inspire learners, develop life skills and support their personal growth in a safe and supportive environment.

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Morning Enrichment

The school day begins at 8.45 with a range of class based enrichment opportunities such as class assemblies, morning routines, reading, physical activity, sensory circuits and tracking positive reward points.

Lunchtime Enrichment

The middle of the day provides a wealth of opportunities to enhance our learners’ school experiences through enrichment activities. For those eating, this is a time to interact with peers and adults in a relaxed setting, creating new relationships and developing key lifeskills.

A wide range of lunchtime clubs are on offer catering for all learners in all pathways including sensory relaxation, multi-sports, art and music amongst many others.

Class Based Enrichment

Within our formal and semi-formal pathways, time within their classes is factored into the timetable to facilitate even more enrichment. After lunch they will be able to work on social interaction, developing relationships and celebrating achievements with their peers. They will also be working towards the ‘5 Ways to Wellbeing’ and reflecting on their progress towards EHCP outcomes and short term targets.

Within our informal and pre-formal pathways, opportunities for enrichment are interspersed throughout the day, offering a wide range of experiences to enhance learner wellbeing and social and emotional development.

End of the Day Enrichment

The end of the school day allows time for learners to self-reflect on their day, organise their belongings and interact with peers and adults in a relaxed setting, ready for their journey home.

10 Key Strengths of Enrichment at Redwood:

Comprehensive Daily Structure

Enrichment embedded throughout the day, including assemblies, reading, physical activity, sensory circuits, and positive behaviour tracking.

Social and Life Skills Development

Midday enrichment in the Bistro and designated spaces promotes independence and social interaction.

Wide Range of Lunchtime Clubs

Diverse options such as sensory relaxation, multi-sports, art, and music available across all pathways.

Pathway-Specific Provision

Formal and semi-formal learners benefit from structured sessions aligned with EHCP targets and the ‘5 Ways to Wellbeing’.

Children’s University Growth

Significant expansion from one class to four, to KS3 engaging learners from Build and Discover pathways.

End-of-Day Reflection

Dedicated time for self-reflection, organisation, and positive interaction to support smooth transitions home.

Enrichment Booklet

Opportunity for learners to record skills and progress in preparation for Duke of Edinburgh.

Duke of Edinburgh Programme

Strong participation with 130 learners working towards awards, including first-time involvement from ENB pathway learners

Focus on Academic and Emotional Development

Enrichment activities designed to support progress, creativity, and resilience.

Embedded Enrichment for Informal Pathways

Continuous opportunities for well-being and social development throughout the day.