The Scholars Programme
For several years, our students have had the fantastic opportunity to take part in The Scholars Programme, delivered in partnership with The Brilliant Club. This highly rewarding programme has become an important part of our commitment to providing students with opportunities that extend beyond the classroom and raise their aspirations for future study and careers.
The programme has involved students across a range of subjects, including Science, Mathematics, History and Computing, giving them the opportunity to engage with challenging academic content and develop their understanding of what it is like to study at university level.
Through working alongside trained PhD researchers and academics, students are encouraged to think critically, ask challenging questions, explore complex ideas and develop their ability to work independently. They experience university-style learning and are supported to produce a final piece of academic work, giving them a valuable insight into the expectations of higher education.
The Scholars Programme develops far more than subject knowledge. Students build a wide range of transferable skills and personal qualities, including:
Critical thinking – analysing information, evaluating evidence and developing well-reasoned conclusions.
Independent learning – taking greater responsibility for their own learning and progress.
Communication – expressing ideas clearly and confidently, both verbally and in writing.
Research skills – finding, selecting and using information effectively.
Resilience – persevering when faced with challenging academic concepts and unfamiliar tasks.
Confidence – developing the confidence to contribute, ask questions and engage with academic debate.
Organisation and time management – managing independent tasks and meeting academic deadlines.
Problem-solving – approaching complex questions creatively and logically.
Collaboration – working effectively with peers and learning from the ideas and perspectives of others.
Aspiration – developing a greater understanding of university and the opportunities available through higher education.
Most importantly, the programme helps our students to recognise their own academic potential. By exposing them to challenging ideas, university-style learning and positive role models, The Scholars Programme encourages students to aim higher, challenge themselves and see themselves as successful future university students and professionals.
We are incredibly proud of the commitment and enthusiasm our students have shown over the years and grateful to The Brilliant Club for the continued partnership. The programme continues to provide our students with experiences that broaden their horizons, strengthen their academic skills and help them develop the confidence and ambition to succeed.
For more details on what goes on in school please got our Instagram page: @HA_STEAM.
The STEM Clubs Quality Mark
Halewood Academy have worked hard over the last 18 months to provide students with a variety of experiences and opportunities within the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) framework. This has included a regular STEAM club, Science Club, Trips, Visits to industry, competitions, working with local employers and Universities such as LJMU and also in-school CREST experiences.
Having worked with All About STEM on several projects, we were encouraged to apply for a STEM Quality Mark.
The STEM Clubs Quality Mark is available to all UK schools and colleges.
There are three levels of award: bronze, silver, and gold. Each award validates the delivery of STEM subject enrichment through a progressive tiered framework. Enabling club leaders to develop and sustain their STEM Club to the highest standard that is supportive of both students and school.
We are delighted to communicate that are application was successful and have been awarded bronze for our provision. As recipients of a STEM Club Quality Mark, we will be entitled to use the award to promote and endorse our school STEAM enrichment provision. We will also receive:
STEM Club Quality Mark authorised certificate
STEM Club Quality Mark digital badge for the school website
STEM Club Quality Mark digital badge for emails
We would like to thank all pupils and providers who have helped us reach this level. We have exciting plans afoot to develop what we do even further, with a view to moving up to Silver when the next assessment cycle opens.
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