Longridge Towers School

Enrichment Activities



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Evening Activities

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JT3 Teacher

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12 Parent

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JT4 Teacher

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13 Parent

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT5 Teacher

Please select this option if you will be picking up your child before the first enrichment activity that runs from 3:05pm - 4:00pm.


15 Parent

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT6 Teacher

Please select this option if your child will not be at school on a Monday.


EYFS Eyfs

Join this enrichment to build overall fitness, strength and control of movement through a variety of activities including yoga and basic aerobics.


Mrs Skeen
Ms Mroczek-Czerwinska

Get support with your homework activities and Learning Logs and go home with time to relax or attend a favourite out of school activity safe in the knowledge that your homework has been completed.


Mrs Cairns

Purple Mash is an award-winning cross curricular website for primary school children, enabling them to explore and enhance their knowledge in a fun and creative way. The children will explore a range of fun programs across the curriculum on the computers.


Miss Dixon
Mrs Douglas

For children who are serious about running and want to improve fitness levels and develop strategies and techniques. This club will take place around the school grounds and children may get wet and muddy! However, as the nights are now getting darker, the circuits will be more on pathways around the lit areas of school.The children will need PE kit to run in (does not have to be school PE kit), and a carrier bag in which to put dirty / wet clothes at the end of the session.


Mrs Skeen

Chess is a wonderful ancient board game that will test your thinking abilities. It has been a favourite game that children have played all over the world for many years. New and existing players can start learning at this club. Did you know chess can also improve your calculating ability, make you more imaginative, creative, and self-motivated!


Ms Bryden

Playing darts is a perfect low-intensity sport for anyone. It can help to sharpen reflexes and develop hand-eye coordination. Playing darts requires participants to maintain higher levels of focus and concentration and, as it is a numbers game, everyone who plays darts will improve their numeracy skills. When playing dominoes, children must pay attention to detail, match patterns correctly, and sequence to win the game. Above all else, it is great fun!


Mr Moscrop

Join the magical world of maths games where the children will have the opportunity to build strategic thinking and improve their problem solving skills. The children will participate in a wide range of games from around the world which will involve counting, pattern matching, sequencing and visual perception. The children will have lots of fun as they encounter some of the most famous games from around the globe.


Ms Mroczek-Czerwinska

A reading group for A-Level English Literature students to explore different interpretations of our core and wider reading American Literature texts in print and film.


Mrs Johnson

Extra time for Form 5 and Sixth Form Art students to work on portfolios.


Mr Johnson

Supervising Detentions


Mrs Forster

Support for those looking forward to their lovely maths exams.


Mr Dodd

A Level German (continuation of the A level in one year course) and GCSE German for Dair (options won't fit)


Mr Caddick

Whilst sixth form students are most welcome to select any enrichment activity available to them, they are not compelled to do so. If nothing appeals, please select this option.


6 Self Study

This is the training programme to become a Peer Mentor.


Mrs Westthorp
Mrs Jones

Do you like tinkering with things? Are you interested in developing your coding abilities? Would you like to take part in the Raspberry Pi and or VEX / Lego Robotics competitions? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, then you might like to give this activity a try.


Mr Westthorp

Come along and explore the weird and wonderful world of RPGs, a different kind of game where players use their imagination and storytelling abilities to explore other worlds. Perfect for fans of Stranger Things, this game features characters who are kids, and who ride bikes, as they explore mysterious events happening in their town.


Dr Dalrymple

Read all about it! Be part of a team responsible for producing an independent newspaper for LTS - by the pupils and for the pupils. Every element of the newspaper will be driven by you - the layout, content, production, and all editorial decisions. This is a chance for you to be part of a new and exciting element of school life, and to learn skills that can lead to a range of careers after school too. Please sign up to all school newspaper enrichment slots if possible.


Mr Crowe

GCSE and Alevel Supported Study


Miss McCalvey

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm. Only select this if you are being picked up at 4pm (not taking the school bus) and don't forget to tap out with your key fob.


Senior

If you have a long bus ride home, then why not make a start on your homework?


Mrs Ward

Extra help for pupils with GCSE FOUNDATION Maths concepts.


Ms Redpath

LTS School production 2025!!! The Addams Family rehearsals... For Actors only! Please ensure you select all 3 Enrichments for the show. For anyone wishing to help with props/costume/backstage please see Mrs Hutton separately.


Mrs Hutton
Dr Hardy

Supporting 6th formers with their applications for university.


Mr Davie

Invitation Only


Mr Johnston

Lunchtime Activities

Recreational basketball


Mrs Arnott

An enrichment time to prepare for the upcoming expeditions to Finland and Borneo.


Mrs Smith

Team training, for those who play as part of the team or aspire to represent their House or the school in matches.


Mr Massie

Evening Activities

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT3 Teacher

Please select this option if you will be picking up your child at 11:45am from the Jerningham building.


12 Parent

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT4 Teacher

Please select this option if you will be picking up your child at 1.00pm from the Jerningham building.


15 Parent

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT5 Teacher

Please select this option if you will be picking up your child before the first enrichment activity that runs from 3:05pm - 4:00pm.


13 Parent

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT6 Teacher

Please select this option if your child will not be at school on a Tuesday.


EYFS Eyfs

Relax after a hard day of lessons by curling up with a good book. Explore a new author or re-familiarize with an old favourite. Occasionally we may watch a film which ties in with our chosen book, sample food that has a connection with the story, complete book reviews or engage in book related arts and crafts.


Ms Mroczek-Czerwinska
Mrs Douglas

A relaxing club where you can sit back, relax and enjoy watching and discussing some specially selected films during a busy week.


Mrs Allis

'Between the pages of a book is a lovely place to be.' If you love reading come along to this club as we share favourite stories, look at how authors engage the reader, craft some of our own descriptions, share a favourite book or two, write reviews and recommend our favourite authors and stories to others.


Mrs Maddock

Come along to create crafts linked to all of the events we celebrate at the time of year including Halloween, Bonfire Night and Christmas, the start of the New Year, Diwali and Chinese New Year.


MacGregor

Following on from the ongoing success of Dance Fit, Nicole Frost continues to lead this enrichment. Dance Fit is a fun easy-to-follow dance workout to a wide range of music. The routines consist of dance, toning and combat moves. Disco lights and props will also be used in some sessions. As well as learning routines from Nicole participants will get a chance to choreograph their own routines using a variety of fun methods. To cover Nicole's costs, there will be a charge of £39 for the thirteen sessions up to the end of the February half term; this will be added to your Fee Note.


Ms Frost

This is an opportunity for Junior pupils to join Mrs Murray alongside some selected senior pupils to develop their tennis skills, game play and hand-eye coordination. The senior pupils will be undertaking the LTA Youth Tennis Leaders programme and will be supporting Mrs Murray in delivering indoor tennis coaching to the Junior children.


TBA Teacher

A Level German work on book and film for A level to be sat summer 2025


Mr Caddick

A timetabled lesson.


Mrs Ward

A timetabled lesson.


Mrs Hutton

A timetabled lesson.


Mr Davie

A timetabled lesson.


Mr Johnston

A-level lessons in Spanish.


Mrs Mayhew

If you love Rugby and want to play, come along and join in with Mr Hall. This presents an opportunity for senior Girl's to develop their rugby skills.


Mr Hall

Archery is the art, sport, practice or skill of using a bow to shoot arrows. The word comes from the Latin arcus. Historically, archery has been used for hunting and combat. In modern times, it is mainly a competitive sport and recreational activity. A person who participates in archery is typically called an archer.


Mrs Handley

Relax at the end of the school day with a good book.


Mrs Gettins

Detention


Mr Skeen

Mr. Westthorp will be opening the workshop for you to make use of the various tools. If you have an idea for a project and you can draw a picture of it, then come along and make it.


Mr Westthorp

For those in Form 4 who have chosen to study for an extra GCSE in Statistics. The course will be run over 1 lesson in enrichment per week and is a 2 year commitment.


Mr Dodd

Whilst sixth form students are most welcome to select any enrichment activity available to them, they are not compelled to do so. If nothing appeals, please select this option.


6 Self Study

A timetabled lesson.


Dr Hardy

For KS4 and KS5 students looking for support with their science work, particularly physics.


Mr Woodrow

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm. Only select this if you are being picked up at 4pm (not taking the school bus) and don't forget to tap out with your key fob.


Senior

If you have a long bus ride home, then why not make a start on your homework?


Dr Dalrymple

A quiet space for people who would like a bit of extra support with their studies.


Ms Redpath

Want to get into tennis coaching, develop new skills or help support Junior sport? Our LTA Youth Tennis Leaders programme could be just for you. You will support Mrs Murray in delivering indoor tennis enrichment to the Junior children. If you’re aged between 11-18, the programme is a fantastic way to learn new skills both on and off the court. You will receive a workbook which will guide you week by week to deliver warm up activities, games, scoring, ball feeding and demonstrations. You will develop five key leadership skills: communication, self belief, teamwork, self-management and problem solving.


Mrs Murray

Hockey Enrichment for U15s Hockey


Mrs Forster

This member of staff will start at the reception desk at 4 p.m. to check people as they sign out. They will then check the registers to see if anyone is missing and then take a walk around the school in an effort to find the missing person.


Mr Gunn

Lunchtime Activities

An enrichment time to prepare for the upcoming expeditions to Finland and Borneo.


Mrs Smith

Those wishing to play in senior hockey team


Mrs Shaw

Evening Activities

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT3 Teacher

Please select this option if you will be picking up your child at 11:45am from the Jerningham building.


12 Parent

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT4 Teacher

Please select this option if you will be picking up your child at 1:00pm from the Jerningham building.


13 Parent

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT5 Teacher

Please select this option if you will be picking up your child before the first enrichment activity that runs from 3:05pm - 4:00pm.


15 Parent

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT6 Teacher

Please select this option if your child will not be at school on a Wednesday.


EYFS Eyfs

Come along, have fun and develop your fitness as we exercise to music in a variety of ways. What will it be tonight? Aerobic-type activities, child-friendly circuits to music, different styles of dance. Fun for everyone.


Mrs Young
JT1 Teacher
JT2 Teacher

Get support with your homework activities and Learning Logs and go home with time to relax or attend a favourite out of school activity safe in the knowledge that your homework has been completed.


Mrs Johnston

We will be using a familiar story each week as a starting point. The stories have been chosen to open conversations with children about scientific ideas and concepts in a familiar context. The childen will then carry out investigations based around the theme of the chosen book. 'Can you use the magnet to make Elmer a colourful coat?' 'Which cereal will be the soggiest when the bears get back from their walk?'....... Lots and lots of science fun and exploration for all.


Miss Dixon
Mrs Mole

Join Miss Norbury to use your artistic skills to create seasonal masterpieces inspired by well known artists such as Paul Klee, Leonid Afremov and William Morris. The children will use a variety of mediums to create a firework explosion, autumnal themed leaf art, frosty scenes you'll want to cover your walls with and of course we will be getting into the Christmas spirit too! Bring yourself and an art apron and unleash your creativity.


Miss Norbury

Get together with friends to enjoy some of your favourite board games or develop self-confidence and have fun role-playing, creating, performing and participating in drama games, freeze frames etc. These activities will alternate each week between board games and drama. There will even be the opportunity to design and make your own games.


Ms Bryden

Lego Master Builders is an opportunity for all budding engineers and architects to develop their design and construction skills. Pupils will be given specific challenges each week which will encourage them to experiment with Lego to create a range of structures: towers, bridges, buildings, pyramids and vehicles. They will also have the opportunity to design and build their own creations over the course of the term.


Ms Mroczek-Czerwinska

Study of the set book and set film and preparation for Individual Research Project in German


Mr Caddick

How does an engine work? What should you be doing to maintain your car? What can you do yourself, rather than pay lots of money to a garage? Why not join our car experts Mr Bankier and Mr Mulholland and get to grips with the tools and knowledge to get the job done?


Mr Bankier

Come and form the band that will provide the music for school Ceilidhs. Think traditional folk band with added drums and bass, Blazin' Fiddles style! Mr Massie leads the dancing and we lead the music. Ideal for flute, violin, piano, guitar, ukulele, penny whistle, clarinet, saxophone, drums, cello, glockenspiel ... in fact, any instrument!


Mrs Humphreys
Dr Hardy

A small group where we can come together and create our own stories, get help, hints and tips with creative writing.. maybe even share them with each other.


Mrs Jones

Whilst sixth form students are most welcome to select any enrichment activity available to them, they are not compelled to do so.


6 Self Study

Get support with your homework activities and Learning Logs and go home with time to relax or attend a favourite out of school activity safe in the knowledge that your homework has been completed.



Learn to knit so that you can keep yourself warm through the winter with your own, handmade garments. If embroidery is more your thing have a place in history by helping to create the Longridge Tapestry, celebrating 40 years of the school.


Mrs Handley

Details to follow....


Mrs Barber

Support for your Chemistry


Mrs Ward

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm. Only select this if you are being picked up at 4pm (not taking the school bus) and don't forget to tap out with your key fob.


Senior

If you have a long bus-ride home, then why not make a start on your homework?


Mr Woodrow

An opportunity for some Geography themed mindful colouring to promote health and wellbeing.


Mrs Forster

This member of staff will start at the reception desk at 4 p.m. to check people as they sign out. They will then check the registers to see if anyone is missing and then take a walk around the school in an effort to find the missing person.


Miss McCalvey

In the grim darkness of the far future, there is only war. If you would like to play these sci-fi wargames then sign up here! Everything you need can be provided but if you have your own teams or armies, bring these along. Beginners and experts welcome, and everyone in between.


Dr Dalrymple

This session is designed for pupils with extra support needs to access help and guidance to revise quietly


Ms Redpath

Lunchtime Activities

Skills development but mainly games


Mrs Arnott

This enrichment is for BRONZE students who have signed up for DofE with Mr Massie. During this session students will undertake training in preparation for their expedition. This will include navigation, cooking and camp craft.


Mr Massie

An opportunity to learn the skills of badminton and play games against each other, with the possibility of competition against other schools. F4+5 students MUST be GCSE PE students.


Mr Massie

The GSA (Gender and Sexual Orientation Alliance), is a group that provides a safe space for LGBTQ+ young people and allies. We'll set goals for the group, look back at LGBTQ+ history, learn about making zines, and look at self care and allyship.


Mr Jones

Support for pupils studying GCSE and A-Level Humanities


Mrs Forster

Evening Activities

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT3 Teacher

Please select this option if you will be picking up your child at 11:45am from the Jerningham building.


12 Parent

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT4 Teacher

Please select this option if you will be picking up your child at 1:00pm from the Jerningham building.


13 Parent

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT5 Teacher

Please select this option if you will be picking up your child before the first enrichment activity that runs from 3:05pm - 4:00pm.


15 Parent

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT6 Teacher

Please select this option if your child will not be at school on a Thursday.


EYFS Eyfs

Enjoy a whole range of seasonal art activities as we look at the work of different artists and recreate some of their masterpieces.


Miss Dixon
Miss Norbury

A lovely relaxing Thursday evening activity for the children to have fun trying new yoga moves to help develop their gross motor skills, balance and coordination. Each session is designed to encourage children’s learning and development through a combination of storytelling, action songs, moves inspired by yoga and mindfulness. We create a magical class where children learn whilst having fun.


Ms Mroczek-Czerwinska

A timetabled lesson.


Mr Westthorp

This is not a stargazing enrichment. We plan to: Learn about astronomy research and techniques Organise stargazing evenings Investigate and maintain school telescopes Look for opportunities to expand the astronomy offering at LTS


Ms Ross Jones
Mr Woodrow

Learn some traditional Scottish dances, but with a twist!


Mr Massie

This club is aimed at those who want to learn how to play chess, get better at playing chess and participate in U19 tournaments.


Mrs Westthorp

A relaxed session where pupils can chill out and be creative. Drawing, sketching, writing etc.. Anything is possible when the creative juices are flowing! We will take it outside and enjoy the grounds when it's warm and sunny, or in class when not so pleasant outside. Also, an opportunity to make new friends and have a chat.


Mrs Jones

We will focus on developing running skills for cross country - running loops around the school grounds and doing drills including strides and hill repeats. Meet outside the sports hall.


Mr Gunn

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Miss McCalvey

Whilst sixth form students are most welcome to select any enrichment activity available to them, they are not compelled to do so. If nothing appeals, please select this option.


6 Self Study

Guidance through the process of applying to university or next steps.


Mr Davie

A chance to play hockey drills and practise for upcoming matches.


Mrs Smith

A quiet supported study session.


Ms Redpath

Thurs PM


Mr Skeen

Those doing GCSE badminton or wanting competitive badminton


Mrs Shaw

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm. Only select this if you are being picked up at 4pm (not taking the school bus) and don't forget to tap out with your key fob.


Senior

Our Wizard of Oz rehearsals begin in earnest and we would like all Junior pupils in Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6 to stay for this enrichment if possible, in order to begin to learn the show songs and story ready for auditions just before Christmas. All Key Stage 2 children will be involved and need to know the show songs so we would like as many children as possible to join this enrichment.


Miss Coulson
Mrs Skeen

For those pupils who have a long journey home, here is a chance to make a start on your homework.


Mrs Gettins

An opportunity for a bit of extra support and guidance with your studies and homework tasks.


Mrs Handley

LTS School production 2025!!! The Addams Family rehearsals... For Actors only! Please ensure you select all 3 Enrichments for the show. For anyone wishing to help with props/costume/backstage please see Mrs Hutton separately.


Mrs Hutton
Dr Hardy

This member of staff will start at the reception desk at 4 p.m. to check people as they sign out. They will then check the registers to see if anyone is missing and then take a walk around the school in an effort to find the missing person.


Mr Johnston

Being part of a team competing in the Business Programme to create a business, design and market a product or service.


Mrs Arnott

Lunchtime Activities

Under 13 rugby training.


Mr Skeen

Evening Activities

Please select this option if you will be picking up your child at 11:45am from the Jerningham building.


12 Parent

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT3 Teacher

Please select this option if you will be picking up your child at 1:00pm from the Jerningham building.


13 Parent

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT4 Teacher

Please select this option if you will be picking up your child before the first enrichment activity that runs from 3:05pm - 4:00pm.


15 Parent

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT5 Teacher

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm so that you can take part in an enrichment or homework activity outside of School.


JT6 Teacher

Please select this option if your child will not be at school on a Friday.


EYFS Eyfs

Board Games Club aims to promote board games as a recreational activity that helps with counting, taking turns and following rules; it also boosts strategic thinking skills and social interaction.


Ms Mroczek-Czerwinska

Miss Coulson invites all Year 5 and Year 6 pupils to enjoy this fast paced, dynamic game. Training sessions will take place on the astro or in the sports hall; ideally you will need your own hockey stick although we do have a limited number that can be borrowed. If you wish to play on the school hockey team, please choose this enrichment. P.E. kit and water bottle essential.


Miss Coulson

Chill Out Club - Relax after a busy week with a choice of art or craft activities or reading in the cosy book corner. We'll end the club with a story and the opportunity to talk about the things we've enjoyed during the week.


Miss Norbury

Come along and join Mr Moscrop every Friday in the sports hall to have fun, improve your fitness, hone your skills and develop your tactics in a range of sports and team games. P.E. kit and water bottle essential.


Mr Moscrop

Cosy Club offers children the opportunity to reflect on their week in a calm, supportive environment. Children will be offered the opportunity to complete mindfulness activities, meditation, yoga, reading, listening to music, drawing, completing reflections, talking about their week and any worries or struggles they may have; all in a supportive, cosy space.


Mrs Cairns

Hama Beads are small plastic beads used for fun art projects. The traditional way to use Hama Beads is by placing them one-by-one onto the pegs of a Hama Pegboard. Once the desired pattern is created, and every bead is beside another, the design is then fused together using special paper and an iron. As well as experimenting with Hama Beads (which are also fabulous for developing fine motor control), the children will also have opportunities to explore a range of other crafts.


Mrs Johnston

Are you a lover of cinematic masterpieces that have stood the test of time? Do you find yourself yearning for the golden age of film-making, when storytelling was paramount, and actors were true icons? Look no further, as the Classic Film Club invites you on a captivating journey through the golden era of cinema!


Mr Westthorp

Whilst sixth form students are most welcome to select any enrichment activity available to them, they are not compelled to do so. If nothing appeals, please select this option.


6 Self Study

A weekly quiz, there is a news round, general knowledge and often a music round too.


Mr Lee

A weekly quiz, there is a news round, general knowledge and often a music round too


Mrs Bryson

Choral Singing for all unchanged voices. A mixture of lighter and more serious works changing with the seasons with a view to performances in and out of school.


Mrs Humphreys
Dr Hardy

Please select this option if you wish to leave at 4pm. Only select this if you are being picked up at 4pm (not taking the school bus) and don't forget to tap out with your key fob.


Senior

For those pupils who have a long journey home, here is a chance to make a start on your homework.


Mrs Westthorp

LTS School production 2025!!! The Addams Family rehearsals... For Actors only! Please ensure you select all 3 Enrichments for the show. For anyone wishing to help with props/costume/backstage please see Mrs Hutton separately.


Mrs Hutton
Dr Hardy

This member of staff will start at the reception desk at 4 p.m. to check people as they sign out. They will then check the registers to see if anyone is missing and then take a walk around the school in an effort to find the missing person.


Mrs Barber

Lunchtime Activities

Only for those who have signed up for their SIlver or Gold DofE (you know who you are).


Mr Massie

Basketball


Mrs Arnott