Enrichment
Vision
At The Ilfracombe Academy we are absolutely committed to enrichment. We want our students to develop and better themselves in every part of life, academically and outside the classroom.
We want our students to develop into well-rounded individuals, acquiring as many skills and experiences as possible. Not only is this increasingly important for a student’s next steps and employability but more importantly we know that being fully involved in enrichment activities helps students own interest, curiosity, enjoyment and sense of community.
Enrichment Overview
Students in the Sixth Form have access to lots of exciting enrichment opportunities. Some of the more popular opportunities are listed below:
| Enterprise | Sport & Adventure | Voluntary | Performing |
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Young Enterprise National Citizenship Service Visiting Speakers |
Duke of Edinburgh Ten Tors Staff v. Sixth Form Weekly Football Annual Sixth Form v. Year 11 Charity Football Match Surfing |
Paired Reading Teaching assistants / coaching Fundraising events Community events (e.g. Oceanfest) |
Stage Right Theatre / Musical Productions Debating Student Leadership
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On top of all these opportunities (and many more) students are equipped with various visits and events to support them in deciding and securing their next steps after Sixth Form. These include:
- The National Apprenticeship Fair
- The National UCAS Discovery Fair
- University Visits
- Realising Opportunities and Sutton Trust Summer Schools
- Guest speakers
Trips
Students in the Sixth Form have the chance to participate in many amazing trips, both abroad and closer to home. Recent trips have included visits to Madrid, New York, Auschwitz and Costa Rica, as well as the annual Ski Trip.
Student Leadership
Students take an active part in the running of the Sixth Form through the Sixth Form Council. The Sixth Form Council is chaired by the Head Boy and Head Girl.