ENRICHMENT WEEK 2019 Monday 1st July - Friday 5th July - The Portsmouth Grammar School
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ENRICHMENT WEEK 2019
Monday 1st July - Friday 5th July
ENRICHMENT WEEK In order to rationalise much of what we already do in the Summer Term and across the academic year more broadly, we are once more running an ‘Enrichment Week’ in the penultimate week of the Summer Term. The programme for our Enrichment Week is highlighted in broad outline in this booklet. The week involves pupils working together in year groups and includes a combination of on-site and off-site activities. We have attempted to provide a breadth of opportunity within the programme, including some activities that we already do alongside those which are new; we are particularly grateful to the staff for their creativity and support in putting together a worthwhile and imaginative programme. The following pages include outline information about each of the activities as well as contact details of each activity leader. The back page highlights some FAQs as well as the main contact details of senior staff should you need to be in touch at any point during the week.
YEAR 7
Monday 1st July Normal Lessons
Tuesday
Sports Day, HMS Temeraire
2nd July
IOW Geography Trip All Day
Mrs T Knott: t.knott@pgs.org.uk
The Year 7 Isle of Wight trip aims to be one of discovery and adventure. Pupils will start the day by
exploring the beach for dinosaur footprints and other fossils. They will then refine their map-skills
at the breath-taking Needles Park using Geographical Information Systems and carrying the out
Wednesday
Geocaching activities with iPads. We are working with the Medina Valley Centre who will provide
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the iPads, but pupils must bring appropriate protective clothing and equipment for hot and sunny
or wet and windy weather since we will be outside all day. Walking boots or shoes with a good grip
are recommended and a waterproof jacket is essential. Pupils also need nut-free food and drink
for the whole day - but pack a little spending money too for a well-earned ice cream if time permits
at the end of the day.
New Forest Hiking and Water Park All Day
Miss A Chaplin: a.chaplin@pgs.org.uk
The aim of the day is for pupils to enjoy a day in an outdoor environment. In the morning pupils will
be divided into groups and will do a nature walk in the forest enjoying the opportunity to enjoy the
Thursday
Great British outdoors. In the afternoon they will make their way to the New Forest Water Park to
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complete a session on the obstacle course. Pupils should wear clothing suitable for walking in the
New Forest. For the Water Park they will need swimwear including a towel. Wetsuits are optional
and can be hired at the venue for an additional £5: pupils should bring this money with them if they
would like to take up this opportunity. Pupils also need nut-free food and drink for the whole day.
Roman Morning I & II
Mr B Lister: b.lister@pgs.org.uk
The first part of the morning will consist of a series of activities related to Roman festivals and
entertainments, including sessions on drama, chariot-racing, and the gods. After an introductory
talk about the ancient Olympic Games, pupils will go to Governors Green to try out some of the
different types of events that took place at the Olympic festival, not all of them athletic, which made
up the ancient games. Pupils should come to school in their PGS Sports kit.
Friday 5th July
Careers III
Mrs A Cross: alison.cross@pgs.org.uk
It’s never too early to start exploring the world of work. Pupils will be taking part in the ‘Real Game’,
a chance to explore roles within a small community, including living, earning and budgeting - skills
they will need in the future. (Pupils will remain in their PGS Sports kit but must wear their tracksuit
for these afternoon activities.)YEAR 8
CCF Day All Day
Mr S Harris: s.harris@pgs.org.uk
In Year 9, pupils have the option of choosing to get involved with the School’s Combined Cadet
Monday 1st
Force, the CCF. We run a fantastic programme across the year for all three services and it provides
July
pupils with some incredible opportunities to get involved with flying, sailing, rifle shooting and various
outdoor pursuits. This day will highlight the many different elements of the CCF and ensure that
pupils have a thorough understanding of the CCF before they make their decision in Year 9.
Tuesday
Sports Day, HMS Temeraire
2nd July
Fishbourne Palace All Day
Mr B Lister: b.lister@pgs.org.uk
Wednesday We shall be exploring all aspects of the Fishbourne site and its history. Pupils will be doing projects
3rd July on Roman artefacts and performing plays they have devised on topics we have covered in lessons.
Because a lot of the day will take place outdoors, pupils should wear smart casual clothes and ensure
they bring a waterproof coat.
Mary Rose Day All Day
Mr S Lemieux: s.lemieux@pgs.org.uk
This will be a cross-curricular activity for all pupils involving History, Science and some Tudor Games.
Thursday Among other things, it will involve a guided tour of the museum and an investigation into artefacts from
4th July the wreck. Approximately half the day will be spent at the Mary Rose Museum walking to and from there
from school, and half the day will be spent in sessions at school. Pupils should wear school uniform,
and bring a waterproof jacket if the weather looks inclement. They should also bring a nut-free packed
lunch. The event will run entirely within the school day.
Little Canada All Day
Ms L Smith: l.smith@pgs.org.uk
Around 80 Year 8 pupils will travel to the Isle of Wight to take part in a variety of exciting physical
challenges and activities. These will include a mixture of high ropes, water-based, and team-building
activities, all in the beautiful log cabin wooded setting of PGL Little Canada. Pupils should arrive at
school at the normal time for registration. We aim to return on Saturday between 7pm and 8pm. Pupils
will need to be wearing comfortable, smart casual clothes suitable for the activities described above.
Pupils will be required to bring a nut-free packed lunch for the journey there.
Friday 5th
July
Beach Clean and Wellbeing All Day
Dr R Richmond: r.richmond@pgs.org.uk
Sustainability is rapidly becoming one of the most important topics of this generation. Working in
collaboration with Final Straw Solent, this day, for those pupils not attending the Little Canada Trip,
will focus on the simple things every individual can do to look after the planet, the community, and
themselves. Some workshops on environmental responsibility, including a local beach clean and litter-
pick will be followed a presentation on personal mindfulness and a yoga activity. Pupils will be required
to wear their PGS Games kit, including a full track suit to be worn for classroom activities.YEAR 9
Monday 1st
Normal Lessons
July
Tuesday
Sports Day, HMS Temeraire
2nd July
Maths Inspiration and Robotic ‘Lego’ Workshop All Day
Mrs K Winship: k.winship@pgs.org.uk
Maths Inspiration are a very well-established company who provide a captivating insight into the real
world applications of Mathematics. Their show, ‘Playing for Real’ demonstrates the unlikely usefulness
of probability, puzzles and percentages in everyday Games. In the afternoon, pupils will take part in a
robotics workshop, designing lego robots for a ‘Robot Wars’ style better.
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Wednesday
3rd July
Hilsea Lido Art Project All Day
Mrs L Williams: l.williams@pgs.org.uk
This one-day art project will use the Hilsea Lido as the inspiration to create an exhibition for display
at the Lido throughout the summer; the display will use Art Deco styling and archive materials to
celebrate its place in the heart of the Portsmouth community.
(Pupils have been allocated one of these activities based on their preference.)
Royal Marines Band Workshop Half Day
Mr G Hemmings: g.hemmings@pgs.org.uk
In recent years, numerous fortunate PGS musicians have experienced the privilege of playing
alongside the Royal Marines Band, who are one of the world’s most versatile and successful bands.
Not only do they continue in active service, they entertain the public, produce some of the country’s
finest young musicians, and of course, work with schools to inspire the next generation. We are
proud to be able to welcome them to work with Year 9 pupils for a half-day workshop on drumming
Thursday and percussion.
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and
Creative Writing Phoetry Workshop Half Day
Mrs R Thomas-Snell: r.thomas-snell@pgs.org.uk
The English department are excited to be offering a half-day session on Phoetry. Pupils will work on
their photography skills and write an accompanying poem to produce their very own piece of Phoetry.
Medical Mavericks All Day
Dr M Howson: m.howson@pgs.org.uk
Friday 5th This is a STEM day that offers pupils a variety of workshops throughout the day that are associated
July with healthcare and medicine. The Medical Mavericks visit us at the school and run a series of exciting
hands-on activities to inspire and ignite interest in science. There will be opportunities to take blood
(from a fake arm), record and print an ECG and even try keyhole surgery!YEAR 10
Theory of Knowledge Day II (I & III will be normal lessons)
Monday 1st Mr S Taylor: s.taylor@pgs.org.uk
July PGS staff will give an introduction to the IB’s ‘Theory of Knowledge’ course and to critical thinking more
generally. This will provide a useful insight into Sixth Form learning.
Tuesday
Sports Day, HMS Temeraire
2nd July
Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Expedition Two Days
Mrs F Lyon: f.lyon@pgs.org.uk
Design Technology: Mercedes Benz World All Day
Mr L Ansell: l.ansell@pgs.org.uk
A visit to Mercedes Benz world in Weybridge to see the fascinating world of Mercedes and participate
in a driving experience.
One Day of Music
Mr G Hemmings: g.hemmings@pgs.org.uk
Pupils will record a pop song in a day. Sounds challenging, but last year’s eco themed song was a great
success demonstrating some serious creativity as pupils conceived the original idea, the lyrics and the
melody, and with support from the experts, recorded their track.
One Day of Drama All Day
Wednesday Miss J Templeman: j.templeman@pgs.org.uk
3rd July Pupils will write, cast and produce a one-day drama project. In recent years, pupils have produced
and recorded an excellent radio drama, and filmed a documentary using specialist camera equipment,
taking on all of the challenges of working to a tight timeline, creative scripting, technical considerations
and of course, performing.
Hilsea Lido Art Project All Day
Mrs L Williams: l.williams@pgs.org.uk
This one-day art project will use the Hilsea Lido as the inspiration to create an exhibition for display at
the Lido throughout the summer; the display will use Art Deco styling and archive materials to celebrate
its place in the heart of the Portsmouth community.
The Perfect Afternoon Tea All Day
Mrs W Whitaker: w.whitaker@pgs.org.uk
Pupils will spend the day preparing afternoon tea and learn some new baking skills as they prepare the
more refined items of patisserie that look so spectacular on the tiered cake stand.
Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Expedition Day 2
Orienteering in Queen Elizabeth Country Park All Day
Mr A Leach: a.leach@pgs.org.uk
Thursday A day of orienteering events for all those not involved in the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh expedition.
4th July Pupils will be introduced to the basics of map reading, using a compass and route planning. Pupils will
work in small groups to find their way around an orienteering course within the park. Pupils will need
to wear clothing suitable for walking in the great outdoors, including waterproofs in case of inclement
weather.
The Social Business Challenge All Day
Mr P Fisher: p.fisher@pgs.org.uk
Friday 5th This entrepreneur event is a day long challenge to inspire pupils to create a business that is both
July financially successful and drives a positive change in society. In small teams, and with expert support
from staff from The Green Schools Project, pupils will develop their social business idea. The day
culminates in a Dragon’s Den style presentation to the Social Business Challenge judging panel.YEAR 12
Monday 1st
Normal Lessons
July
Tuesday
Sports Day, HMS Temeraire
2nd July
UCAS Day All Day
Wednesday Mr J Burkinshaw: j.burkinshaw@pgs.org.uk
3rd July UCAS Day offers Year 12 pupils the opportunity to receive expert advice on every aspect of university
applications. Pupils will be offered guidance from a university admissions expert on completing an
effective UCAS application. Specialist subject advisers will offer in-depth workshops focused on
preparing personal statements.
Citizenship Day All Day
Mrs S Robinsonr: s.robinson@pgs.org.uk
Thursday
At the beginning of the day pupils will receive a lecture from a local social entrepreneur who will aim to
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get pupils thinking not only about the challenges people face in their community, but what they can do
to support them. During the afternoon all pupils will be transported to land owned by the charity Second
Chance who focus on providing opportunities for underprivileged children. Second Chance acquired a
disused garden nursery in 2007 and have spent considerable time renovating it.
Extended Essay and Group 3 Project Day (IB Pupils only)
Mr S Taylor s.taylor@pgs.org.uk
Design Engineers Day (A Level Pupils only)
Mrs M Bodman-Flack m.bodman-flack@pgs.org.uk
In small teams you will be given a practical challenge to complete where you will need to draw upon
your engineering and design skills.
Language Lovers - London (A Level Pupils only)
Mr P Gamble p.gamble@pgs.org.uk
For those with an interest in Modern Languages or Classics.
Pallant House (A Level Pupils only)
Mr J Peebles j.peebles@pgs.org.uk
For those with an interest in Art.
Newsroom Bootcamp (A Level Pupils only)
Mr J Burkinshaw j.burkinshaw@pgs.org.uk
For those with an interest in media, journalism and current affairs.
Friday 5 Imperial War Museum and Benjamin Franklin’s House (A Level Pupils only)
July - Mr A Milford a.milford@pgs.org.uk
Ignite! Day For those with an interest in History and Philosophy.
Medics UCAT (A Level Pupils only)
Mrs S Pye s.pye@pgs.org.uk
For all aspirant medics and dental school applicants (not vets)
First Aid in a Day with St John Ambulance (A Level Pupils only)
Mrs J Riches j.riches@pgs.org.uk
An interactive 5 hour first aid training course with certificate upon completion.
Sustainability School (A Level Pupils only)
Miss L Burton l.burton@pgs.org.uk
A trip to Tuppenny Barn in Emsworth, a sustainability centre which provides learning experiences for
all age groups about organic growing, healthy eating and cooking, biodiversity, and countryside skills.
Creative Writing, Mottisfont (A Level Pupils only)
Mrs E Bell e.bell@pgs.org.uk
For those with an interest in creative writing inspired by nature, art, place and memory.
Dissection Day (A Level Pupils only)
Mrs P Hardisty p.hardisty@pgs.org.uk
Work in teams of three to perform three different vertebrate dissections during the day.Enrichment Week 2019 - Timetable
3 Sessions per day: Session I 09:00 - 10:50 Session II 11:15 - 13:00 Session III 14:00 - 15:45 Registration arrangements will vary during the week.
Monday 1st July Tuesday 2nd July Wednesday 3rd July Thursday 4th July Friday 5th July
Roman Morning I & II
Isle of Wight Geography Trip All Day Hiking and New Forest Water Park All Day Mr B Lister: b.lister@pgs.org.uk
Year 7 Normal Lessons Sports Day, HMS Temeraire
Mrs T Knott: t.knott@pgs.org.uk Miss A Chaplin: a.chaplin@pgs.org.uk Careers Afternoon III
Mrs A Cross: alison.cross@pgs.org.uk
Little Canada All Day
CCF Day All Day Ms L Smith: l.smith@pgs.org.uk
Fishbourne Palace Visit All Day Mary Rose Day All Day
Year 8 Mr S Harris: Sports Day, HMS Temeraire
Mr B Lister: b.lister@pgs.org.uk Mr S Lemieux: s.lemieux@pgs.org.uk Beach Clean and Wellbeing All Day
s.harris@pgs.org.uk
Dr R Richmond: r.richmond@pgs.org.uk
Royal Marines Band Workshop Half Day
Maths Inspiration All Day
Mr G Hemmings: g.hemmings@pgs.org.uk
Mrs K Winship: k.winship@pgs.org.uk Medical Mavericks All Day
Year 9 Normal Lessons Sports Day, HMS Temeraire Creative Writing and Phoetry Workshop Half Day
Hilsea Lido Art Project All Day Dr M Howson: m.howson@pgs.org.uk
Mrs R Thomas-Snell: r.thomas-snell@pgs.org.uk
Mrs L Williams: l.williams@pgs.org.uk
Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Expedition Day One
Mrs F Lyon: f.lyon@pgs.org.uk
Design Technology: Mercedes Benz World All Day
Normal Lessons I Mr L Ansell: l.ansell@pgs.org.uk
One Day of Music All Day Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Expedition Day Two
Theory of Knowledge II Mr G Hemmings: g.hemmings@pgs.org.uk Mrs F Lyons: f.lyons@pgs.org.uk The Social Business Challenge All Day
Year 10 Mr S Taylor: Sports Day, HMS Temeraire MR P Fisher p.fisher@pgs.org.uk
s.taylor@pgs.org.uk One Day of Drama All Day Orienteering in Queen Elizabeth Country Park All Day
Miss J Templeman j.templeman@pgs.org.uk Mr A Leach: a.leach@pgs.org.uk
Normal Lessons III Hilsea Lido Art Project All Day
Mrs L Williams: l.williams@pgs.org.uk
The Perfect Afternoon Tea All Day
Mrs W Whitaker: w.whitaker@pgs.org.uk
Extended Essay and Group 3 Project (IB ) All Day
Mr S Taylor s.taylor@pgs.org.uk
Design Engineers Day All Day
Mrs M Bodman-Flack m.bodman-flack@pgs.org.uk
Language Lovers All Day
Mr P Gamble p.gamble@pgs.org.uk
Pallant House All Day
Mr J Peebles j.peebles@pgs.org.uk
Newsroom Bootcamp All Day
Mr J Burkinshaw j.burkinshaw@pgs.org.uk
Imperial War Museum and Benjamin Franklin’s
UCAS Day All Day Citizenship Day All Day
Year 12 Normal Lessons Sports Day, HMS Temeraire House All Day
Mr J Burkinshaw: j.burkinshaw@pgs.org.uk Mrs S Robinson: s.robinson@pgs.org.uk
Mr A Milford a.milford@pgs.org.uk
Medics UCAT All Day
Mrs S Pye s.pye@pgs.org.uk
First Aid in a Day All Day
Mrs J Riches j.riches@pgs.org.uk
Sustainability School All Day
Miss L Burton l.burton@pgs.org.uk
Creative Writing, Mottisfont All Day
Mrs E Bell e.bell@pgs.org.uk
Dissection Day All Day
Miss P Hardisty p.hardisty@pgs.org.ukEnrichment Week
FAQ’s
• Registration
All pupils, whether on or off-site, will be expected to register with a member of staff on the
designated activity at the start of the morning and afternoon sessions. Please refer to the
information provided for each activity or trip.
• Assemblies
Assemblies will take place as usual on Monday but there won’t be any assemblies on Tuesday,
Wednesday, Thursday or Friday.
• Uniform / Dress Code
Please see the separate correspondence about each activity for information on what pupils should
wear. Details for ‘smart casual’ can be found in Mr Hamlet’s separate letter to each year group.
• Instrumental music lessons and LAMDA lessons
As far as possible these will go ahead for pupils who are on-site. Pupils involved in an off-site
activity will not be able to attend their individual or group lesson as with any other trip. Visiting
Music and LAMDA teachers are aware of the activities taking place during the week and will
timetable accordingly.
• After school clubs and activities
These will run as normal, although we are aware that some clubs, practices and rehearsals may be
affected by pupil absence.
If you have any questions about your child’s involvement in the Enrichment Week activities then
please contact:
Middle School (Years 7 & 8) Mrs Julie Jackson j.jackson@pgs.org.uk
Upper School (Years 9 - 11) Miss F Bush f.bush@pgs.org.uk
Sixth Form (Year 12) Mr Luke Rees l.rees@pgs.org.ukYou can also read
