HHS Prospectus 2023 - Flipbook - Page 7
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The HHEx
takes us beyond the classroom
"The curriculum is everything: the whole
experience; what it is to be a part of the
community at The Hemel Hempstead School. It
is The Hemel Hempstead Experience: The
HHEx."
The Hemel Hempstead School has a long standing
reputation for the quality and quantity of our 8extracurricular9 programme. In 2019 we made the strategic
decision to remove the term 8extra-curricular9 as we
believe that these opportunities aren9t the 8extras9 for
some, but an entitlement for all. We are proud to offer
all of our students a rich set of opportunities and
experiences both inside and outside of the
classroom. Students participate in a huge range of
clubs and activities at break time, lunch time, after
school and at the weekend. Our House System is a
vital part of our school culture and students
participate in competitions and events including
science, sport, technology, drama, music and dance.
We have an excellent careers programme that
prepares students for the very best universities,
apprenticeships and careers.
Students have the opportunity to develop their
leadership skills by taking on a range of student
leader roles available at all Key Stages. Student
leaders work closely with staff to support school
development and demonstrate the impact of student
voice. We also offer a wide range of trips and visits in
the UK, Europe and beyond. Our students also have
the opportunity to support the school and local
community and to contribute positively to charity.
Students record their participation in The HHEx and
data is used to celebrate their achievement and
modify provision to ensure all students consistently
benefit. Participation in The HHEx allows students to
develop our school character values; The 5Rs. The
HHEx allows all of our students to be, not seem to be.
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