Page 6 - Course Guide 2019-22

learning at Ivybridge Community College is not just about academic
study. Students’ learning in their subjects is blended with a rich and
diverse programme of personal development and enrichment
opportunities, which allow students to achieve their very best in all
areas and prepares them fully for life beyond school.

Personal Development

Continuing from Year 8, students will follow an enhanced programme with their
Tutor where they learn about, discuss and debate areas of personal, social, health
and economic education. Outside speakers are invited in to the College to deliver
key aspects of our extended curriculum, including specific careers events and
bespoke advice and guidance.

Throughout your child’s learning journey from Year 9 to 11, they will be provided
with the opportunity to take part in trips and visits, enjoy our Enrichment Week
each year, be involved in IMPACT days, undertake Work Experience during Year
10, become College Ambassadors, get involved in charity and community events,
and take on leadership roles and training.

All students will continue to take part in Core Physical Education each week; the
College fully embraces the notion of sport for all: for enjoyment and for physical
and mental well-being.

“Think about what you
enjoy studying and how
this may support your
career aspirations. Don’t
choose subjects just to be
with your friends, they will
have different interests and
strengths and this won’t
help you in the long run.”

Year 11 student 2018

Enrichment

The College is extremely proud of the enrichment opportunities available to all
students. We currently offer a wide range of clubs on a weekly basis, offering a huge
variety of activities which cater for all students’ individual needs and
interests no matter what their ability or age. We encourage all students to
participate in at least one club at the College.

Whilst this list is not certainly exhaustive, examples of the clubs currently running are:

• Music ensembles • Maths and Science clubs
• Musical theatre groups • Equality group
• Ten Tors • Puzzle club
• Duke of Edinburgh • Anti-bullying group
• Elite sports academies • Sustainability group
• Recreational sports clubs • Art and craft clubs
• Inter College/Regional competitions • Modern Foreign Language clubs
• The Ivybridge Gazette
A full list can be found on our College website.