Enrichment

Inspirational teaching and learning in the classroom ensure our students’ academic success.

Hatch End High School also believes that an outstanding education offers all students an extensive range of extra experiences which will enable them to develop and be truly successful in life. We ensure our young people have full access to the same kinds of opportunities as students in the private sector.

In Years 7 and 8, all students have a timetabled hour where they are able to choose from an enrichment offer which will provide them with new skills and broaden their horizons. They are also actively encouraged to become involved in a wide range of supplementary activities provided before and after school, at break-time and out of school hours. These will include sport and the arts as well as character forming programmes such as Duke of Edinburgh; the Brilliant Club; Debate Mate; Young Enterprise; Maths Challenge and the Arts Award.

Our Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics enrichment programme is second to none, and students compete in regular challenges as well as making frequent visits to Universities to participate in a wide range of Masterclasses.

The Arts are woven into the very “fabric of the building” at Hatch End High School and brought alive in the main curriculum areas as well as our extensive enrichment provision. The Music Department offers a huge array of opportunities - from individual instrumental lessons to bands, choirs and many, many public concerts.

Learning outdoors is essential to develop resilience and we offer a wide variety of outdoor experiences such as The Duke of Edinburgh programme, an international award in which many of our students across the year groups participate to achieve their Awards. The challenges and experiences students face are invaluable markers for future life, building self-confidence, a spirit of adventure and teamwork. 

An exciting variety of trips, both locally and internationally, take place throughout the whole year, from the History Trip to Berlin, Geography Field Trips UK wide and, of course, our wonderful free museums in London.

How do I find out what activities are on offer?

Our ENRICHMENT ACTIVITIES change regularly. We advertise them through:

  • Our daily notice in tutor times
  • Assemblies
  • Posters around the school
  • School Newsletter

We are also developing our use of EduLink in order to communicate these further with parents and students.

NO EDUCATION CAN BE COMPLETE; INDEED, NO PROGRAMME OF EDUCATION CAN EVEN BEGIN, WITHOUT MAKING THE ARTS AND CREATIVITY CENTRAL TO A CHILD’S LIFE. - DFE

 

Why our young people value the opportunities at HEHS

Performances / Events

Please refer to the Curriculum section of our website for an overview of the whole curriculum.

Tweets

  • Mar 2025 We are recruiting Exam Invigilators for the upcoming exam season. We seek flexible and punctual individuals to support our students during this important time. For more information and to apply, please visit - Read more Closing date: Monday 24th March pic.twitter.com/Jg5Bwu3zik
  • Mar 2025 We have been coordinating the final December donations for the homeless through Shelter. As contributions tend to dwindle in March, students were assigned the task of assembling personal comfort bags using the collected donations. pic.twitter.com/vmk4o3oQqI
  • Mar 2025 The year is certainly marching on and this term is flying by! We hope you enjoy reading all about our trips, competitions, workshops, sports and arts events and curriculum initiatives all to support and extend our students. Read more
  • Mar 2025 Year 5 students from Marlborough Primary school had a great time creating a collage relief print in their Art workshop last week. We’re looking forward to welcoming a few more classes over the coming weeks. pic.twitter.com/TRinUglf7i
  • Mar 2025 Applications for our business teacher position will close tomorrow, so there’s still time to submit your application! For more information and to apply, please visit - Read more pic.twitter.com/CMQc0vgRMK
  • Mar 2025 We are seeking an individual who has a strong background in biological sciences and proven leadership abilities. For more information and to apply, please visit - Read more Closing date: Monday 10th March pic.twitter.com/yC9dn1qjIA
  • Mar 2025 The deadline for applications for the Teacher of Business Studies position has been extended to 9 AM on Monday 10th March. For more information and to apply, please visit - Read more pic.twitter.com/KOEoU3EZNP
  • Mar 2025 The deadline for applications for the Head of Biology position has been extended to 9 AM on Monday 10th March For more information and to apply please visit - Read more pic.twitter.com/FEL5lFq41i
  • Feb 2025 Many Congratulations to Giulia S, Year 8, for winning the Fight or Flight writing competition. pic.twitter.com/D387HH74zu
  • Feb 2025 Year 7 and 8 scientists are exploring new concepts this term by extracting DNA from kiwi fruit and conducting flame tests with metal ions. Upcoming experiments include King Kong's hands, crystal creation and much more! The science club is open to all Year 7 and 8 students. pic.twitter.com/Dj6Cg913TB
  • Feb 2025 Last month students from Years 7-10 took part in the annual Harrow Borough cross country competition at Harrow School. Well done to all competitors and for anybody wishing to compete next year, you have 12 months to train for it! pic.twitter.com/dF2Okh19bj
  • Feb 2025 Tomorrow at 9 AM, the vacancy for our Associate Assistant Headteacher position will be closing. There is still an opportunity to submit your applications through our website - Read more. pic.twitter.com/HMtFcyyNKs