Extra-curricular – on your board’s radar?

“Extra-curricular activities boost young people’s confidence to interact socially with others; extend their social networks; and provide them with new skills and abilities. Above all, they offer an important space to have fun and relax away from the pressures of school work.   ‘An Unequal Playing Field: Extra-curricular activities, soft skills and social mobility – Social Mobility Commission’

Ofsted now expect leaders to ensure that the personal development programme (which includes taught content and wider opportunities and experiences) is broad, coherently planned and suitable for the school’s context.

It is likely that the “taught content” referred to above is covered within existing school improvement aims, but what about the “wider opportunities and experiences”? The things that happen around the curriculum are so important to the children in all of our schools, what does this look like in your school?

If you would like to hear more about how important enrichment activities are, then come to the DAG Conference and hear from inspirational speakers on the role governance has to play in creating cultural capital, supporting wellbeing and encouraging children to view school as a fun place they want to be. This in person DAG Conference ‘Inspirational Governance – more than just metrics’ will provide an opportunity for members to be part of a social and learning evening, with key note speakers and time to network, enjoy a buffet and a short musical event by Devon pupils. Thursday 14^th May 4.30pm at Exeter Race Course – book your free place at [email protected].