A holistic approach to pupil development
Our comprehensive extra-curricular programme offers pupils a diverse range of activities, aiming to broaden and enhance their skills, knowledge, and experiences beyond the traditional classroom setting. Engaging in these activities fosters a sense of commitment, time management, and prioritisation, contributing to the development of maturity while providing an immensely enjoyable experience.
To highlight our commitment to holistic pupil development, the majority of our extra-curricular offerings are provided free of charge, demonstrating our belief in the paramount importance of this aspect to the overall school experience.
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Encouraging new interests outside of the classroom
Join us for an Open Event
At our Open Events you will have the opportunity to visit our school and learn more about what a Hydesville Tower education looks like.
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Experiences beyond the classroom
Our approach to holistic education extends to a variety of enriching experiences. These encompass day trips, such as visits to the Houses of Parliament, aimed at deepening pupils' understanding of democracy. We also host guest speakers like the Loudmouth education-in-theatre company as part of our comprehensive Personal, Social, Health, and Economic (PSHE) education programme.
Our commitment to hands-on learning takes students on overseas trips, including visits to Paris, Normandy, allowing them to apply classroom theories in real-world contexts. Locally, excursions to venues like the Walsall Leather Museum, New Art Gallery, Black Country Living Museum, and Severn Valley Railway leverage the excellent art and heritage facilities available in our community.
Our pupils benefit from the opportunity to attend outdoor activity trips at the Bushcraft Outdoor Centres. Pupils will build friendships whilst learning to cook on an open fire, throw a tomahawk, set a trap, or build a den. Or they might participate in water sports or embrace the joys of mountaineering.
Our Nursery and Reception children also enjoy weekly Forest School lessons.
Wraparound Care
Our Wraparound Clubs for working parents
Our Wraparound Clubs provide essential before and after-school care, catering to the needs of working parents. Available for Prep School pupils, the Before School Club starts at 7:30 am, ensuring a supportive environment before the official school day begins at 8:45 am. Meanwhile, our After School Club extends care from the end of the school day until 6:00 pm, offering a convenient solution for families with busy schedules.
The booking and payment for Before or After School Club is made via our parent app, Cognita Connect, which is available when your child joins us. Families can book their Before and After School Club sessions up to a half term in advance.
Our After School Club is split into two sections:
Reception/Key Stage 1 are supervised in the Cedar Tree Room. Here they are supervised and enjoy playing games and doing set activities with our team.
Key Stage 2 meet together for homework club in a separate classroom. Here they are supervised and in this quiet environment can get on with any homework that they have been assigned to complete.
In Senior School wraparound care is available from 8:00am to 4:30pm (except for Wednesday where it is available from 8:00am to 3:45pm)
| Session | Charge |
|---|---|
| 7.30 am - 8.00 am | £1 |
| 8.00 am - school start | £2 |
| End of school day - 4.00 pm | £2 |
| 4.00 pm - 4.30 pm | £1 |
| 4.30 pm - 5.00 pm | £2 |
| 5.00 pm - 6.00 pm | £2 |