Longridge Towers School

Enrichment Activities for Upper 6
Book Activities



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Evening Activities

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

Support for those looking forward to their lovely maths exams.


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

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

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

Lunchtime Activities

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


Mrs Smith

Evening Activities

A timetabled lesson.


Mrs Ward

A timetabled lesson.


Mrs Hutton

A timetabled lesson.


Mr Davie

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


Mrs Forster

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

Lunchtime Activities

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


Mrs Arnott

Evening Activities

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


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

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

Lunchtime Activities

Basketball


Mrs Arnott