Personal Development

Personal development at our school is essential for equipping our students with vital life skills that extend beyond the classroom and into adult life. This is embedded into our curriculum through 20 experiences for every learner and our learning values threaded into everything we do. Fostering resilience helps our young people navigate challenges, while teamwork encourages collaboration and social interaction, which are crucial for building friendships and a sense of belonging in their community.  Instilling kindness promotes empathy and understanding, creating a supportive environment where everyone feels valued whatever their ability. Independence is vital too; empowering students to make choices boosts their confidence and self-esteem.  Moreover, creativity and thinking are integral to personal growth. Engaging in creative activities allows students to express themselves and explore new ideas, while fostering thinking skills helps them to solve problems effectively. 

Ultimately, a well-rounded focus on these areas prepares our students not just for academic success, but for a fulfilling life beyond school, where they can thrive as confident individuals in their communities. We have a number of additional extra curricular activities that really do make our provision special here at Highfield Littleport Academy. To achieve this we have formulated 20 things that our learners will experience before leaving Highfield, all designed to reinforce and embed our learning values to prepare our students for adulthood.

Take a look at the link to view our strategy and rationale.

Here is a flavour of these things and more our learners have opportunities for at Highfield Littleport.  All of these opportunities are embedded into each pathway curriculum to ensure that students have the opportunity to experience all 20.