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15/07/24

Our sixth formers attended a day at Stubbers Adventure Centre, where they demonstrated excellent teamwork, kindness, and encouragement towards one another. They participated in a variety of activities, including kayaking, rifle shooting, axe throwing, wall climbing, raft building pic.twitter.com/QgkOiB2wY3

12/07/24

Their placements included solicitors, NHS hospitals, engineering companies, roles within the education sector, dentist practices, pharmacies, insurance brokers, Network Rail, banks, tech companies, and many more.

12/07/24

Year 12 students have successfully completed their work experience week, demonstrating commendable effort in securing placements in highly competitive areas. Students have acquired valuable lifelong skills that will significantly enhance their competitive profiles. pic.twitter.com/7Uf4YISO3n

08/07/24

A huge thanks goes to Prisca for organising the cultural food stall and to all the students who cooked and baked to make the event so special.Thank you to those who wore clothes representing their cultural heritage.It was a pleasure to celebrate the diversity we have at HSRF. pic.twitter.com/ul0MRr3uuZ

08/07/24

Culture Day at HRSF was a wonderful celebration of culture, diversity, and inclusion. It was fantastic to see so many of our students wearing their cultural attire and educating others through talks in assembly. pic.twitter.com/e5hth8sqb8

08/07/24

Students have been eagerly preparing for our HSRF Culture Day, a celebration of culture, diversity, and inclusion.This is organised by our Diversity and Inclusion lead, Alicia, with valuable assistance from our student president, Sarah, along with the student leadership team. pic.twitter.com/nPg5o8YJj4

08/07/24

This experience sparked many interesting conversations throughout the day, particularly about the abstract ideas behind some of the works. I am excited to see how this exposure will influence the students' personal investigations and the creative work they produce.

08/07/24

This week, our A Level art students visited two prominent London galleries: The National Gallery and The Tate Modern. They had the opportunity to see a vast range of artworks, from the very traditional to the ultra-modern. pic.twitter.com/pGYmnkQfCE

06/06/24

Students were given a tour of the grand library and an academic referencing workshop by the university’s librarians. Followed by an undergraduate style lecture by Dr Nicola Abbott, in her specialism, on social psychology and bystanders.

06/06/24

HRSF psychology and sociology students were treated to an academic outreach programme put on by the Institute of Education at University College London. pic.twitter.com/DhC2KZjuGh

04/06/24

This week a group of our sixth formers attended an English Literature event at Royal Holloway, University of London.They received keynote lectures on key texts such as Shakespeare’s Othello and were given a tour around the beautiful campus. pic.twitter.com/UAC8SQZix9

04/06/24

Mrs Ward shared her career in politics, including her time working as part of the Foreign Office, and her current work representing local residents in her ward. Students and staff thoroughly enjoyed Mrs Ward's visit and found it insightful to see how local government operates.

04/06/24

On Tuesday 22nd May, Politics students at Harris Rainham Sixth Form received a visit from Mrs Lee Ward, a member of Thurrock Council. Mrs Ward is the councillor for the West Thurrock and South Stifford ward and represents the Labour Party. pic.twitter.com/nsYCMfU4aR

04/06/24

HRSF has a Chess Society!Chess is a game of objectivity, concentration and commitment. It has been associated with better educational outcomes, helping students to improve their memory and deepen their focus.If you are interested in joining: Music Room- Thursday Lunch. pic.twitter.com/XbfeYKPZ1S

04/06/24

Enoch has successfully achieved a place on the In2STEM pathway. This programme offers a blend of online and in-person activities, equipping sixth formers with the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to excel in STEM.

04/06/24

We wanted to acknowledge more fantastic achievements this week. Enoch and Harrison have both been accepted onto different STEM programmes which will support them on their journey towards university and STEM focused careers. pic.twitter.com/XvyqpWbJ3e

03/05/24

Congratulations to Aliyah who has been accepted onto the Target Bath programme!Target Bath supports students of Black African and Caribbean heritage to gain places at the University of Bath. pic.twitter.com/uuPGanRVqC

03/05/24

Congratulations to Jomi who has been accepted onto the Bright Ideas Medicine Pathway. Jomi has already benefitted from Saturday sessions and will soon be attending a medical summer school at Anglia Ruskin University. What a fantastic opportunity! pic.twitter.com/auietyIn8K

29/04/24

We wanted to congratulate Oden who has been invited to attend an Insight Day with Macquarie, a large asset management group. Oden will then have the opportunity to apply for a work placement and a possible financial scholarship for university through the company. Well done! pic.twitter.com/r42EW8PNTL

29/04/24

We wanted to highlight a fantastic achievement from Nimrut, who has been selected to take part in the Sutton Trust US Programme following an application process. Nimrut is one of 100 students who were selected nationally, and we are very proud as a sixth form team. pic.twitter.com/IZaMvueaX9

Personal Development

If the culture of our school affects the character of our students, and the character of our students then eventually shapes the culture of our society, undoubtedly what we teach our students and the knowledge and habits they acquire, and build makes a genuine difference to society.

Our students are involved in the pursuit of knowledge to benefit their own lives and the lives of others. We believe that knowledge is powerful. We believe that our actions become our habits, our habits become our character, our character is who we are - and this can have a lasting impact on others.

This mission is underpinned by our values, curiosity, commitment, and compassion. Our personal development curriculum allows students to embody these all-important character traits by supporting our students to develop a culture of scholarship and a love of learning where intellectual curiosity and rigour is valued.

Brochure cover croppedThe curriculum will encourage students to search for truth, fight ignorance and take personal responsibility for their actions. It inspires our students to give back to our community and find a deep sense of belonging, while cherishing individuality.

Our vision is to develop students who are equipped with the knowledge, skills, experiences and dispositions to be ambitious individuals who take ownership of their lives, show kindness and acceptance of others and kind contribute positive to society, leaving a long-lasting impact.

To become curious

  • About the world around me
  • About my subject beyond the specification
  • About the beliefs and views of others

To grow compassion

  • By caring for the lives of others
  • By deepening my understanding and empathy
  • By displaying tolerance and acceptance of others

To be committed to

  • My character
  • My future
  • My passions
  • My health and wellbeing
  • My relationships
  • My community

Examples of the opportunities and academic and personal enrichment offered for each character trait.

Personal development breakdown

 

End points for the personal development curriculum

Personal development

To become curious

At the end of KS5 students will have developed an interested and enquiring mind, seeking to understand and find truth in all that they do and come across.

Students will have a genuine love of learning and will have immersed themselves in opportunities and experiences that have aided and developed this. Students will be accepting of the views and beliefs of others and will celebrate and cherish diversity and individuality.

Students will have a wealth of knowledge and understanding beyond a subject specification which will allow them to participate in society and have a greater and more informed view of the world around them.

To grow compassion

At the end of KS5 students will feel a deep sense of belonging into a caring community, showing kindness, gratitude, and acceptance towards others.

Students will have embarked on a number of opportunities which have allowed them to give back to the community, support the learning and wellbeing of others and gain skills which can benefit others in the future.

Students will have a strong moral code, celebrate diversity and share the belief that knowledge can benefit the lives of others

To be committed

At the end of KS5 students will be ambitious individuals who are well informed and prepared for their next steps. Students will have a wealth of experiences and dispositions, which allow them to interact in society and apply for their university or career pathway of choice.

Students have embedded effective habits into their daily lives which have allowed them to be successful in their academic studies now and in the future.

Students have developed a range of soft skills and conversational techniques which have allowed them to be confident and successful at interview and when interacting in society. Students will be well informed about relationships, interactions, and wellbeing, allowing them to integrate well into different communities.