RHS Super-Curriculum

Super-Curriculum Purpose

Richard Hale School recognises the importance of super curricular activities in shaping well-rounded individuals and nurturing their passion for learning beyond the classroom. Super-curricular activities refer to those activities that students undertake outside of their regular academic curriculum, including research projects, attending lectures or conferences, independent reading and study, and other opportunities for intellectual growth and personal development. Examples of super-curricular activities that students can participate in include national essay competitions, attending webinars or workshops on specialised topics, conducting independent research projects, and taking online courses.

Engaging in super-curricular activities provides numerous benefits for students at Richard Hale School. First, it broadens their knowledge and understanding of the world beyond their textbooks, providing them with a deeper appreciation of diverse perspectives, cultures, and ideas. This exposure allows students to develop their critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, which are essential for success in both academic and professional settings. Moreover, super-curricular activities can help students explore their interests and passions, leading them to discover their strengths and potential career paths. By encouraging and supporting super=curricular activities, Richard Hale School is committed to fostering lifelong learners who are equipped to make positive contributions to society.

Activities and tasks

During your super-curricular journey, you may encounter various tasks that are listed in a table format on the super-curricular activity sheets shared by your teachers. These tasks may require you to provide evidence, which will be indicated in the table with one or more symbols next to each task.

You are expected to read a book, article or website

Create a piece of work from research

Watch a video and learn about a topic

Prepare and lead a short discussion

Research a given topic online, books and articles

Write an article on a topic

Listen to a podcast, radio show or other

Visit a museum, country or attend an event

Practice a typing task, story, poems or other

Solve problems using numbers or logic

Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Acting or creativity

How you will be rewarded

Active participation and successful completion of Super-Curriculum tasks and activities will be rewarded with points in line with the school's rewards policy.

This serves three key purposes:

Allows you to keep track of completed Super-Curriculum tasks for each subject.
Notifies staff of individual accomplishments for recognition and celebration.
Provides a portfolio of Super-Curriculum work for future academic endeavours at Richard Hale.

Rewards for completing Super Curriculum tasks:

Earn 10 achievement points for every completed task with evidence on the Google Classroom.
Achievement points will count towards your Richard Hale badges. However, you will not be able to progress beyond a Gold badge without having completed Super-Curricular activities
School awards for tasks shortlisted as the best across the school.

Certificates for completing Super Curriculum tasks:

Bronze certificate for completing at least 5 tasks.
Silver certificate for completing at least 7 tasks.
Gold certificate for completing 9 or more tasks.

These rewards and certificates are presented at the end of each academic year to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of the students. You are only required to complete a maximum of 3 tasks per year. However, should you wish to complete more then you will receive these rewards earlier.

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