Highfield Middle School – Personal Development Statement
The personal development of all our students is at the heart of our curriculum.
We strive to ensure that pupils leave Highfield Middle School as mature, confident and articulate young people, well prepared and ready for the next phase of their education and for life in modern Britain. Personal development is embedded in many aspects of school life and encompasses both the formal, taught curriculum and wider opportunities and experiences for our students. We offer a wealth of opportunities which enable our students to develop their interests and talents, and to flourish as young people. We aim to develop the qualities and attributes that pupils need to succeed as individuals and members of society by producing well-rounded pupils who are responsible, respectful and who contribute to all aspects of school life and the wider community.
Pupils have access to a huge range of extra-curricular activities and adventurous and cultural residential opportunities. They are given responsibility and are encouraged to contribute and make a difference during their time at Highfield through School Council, Peer Mentors, E Stars (equality team), Prefects and Sports Leader roles. We broaden horizons and raise aspirations through enterprise and careers education and opportunities across the curriculum in line with Gatsby Benchmarks.
Click here to view: Personal Development Progression at HMS
Click here to view: Careers Roadmap
Click here to view: SMSC Provision
Click here to view: Extra Curricular Clubs
Click here to view: Citizenship Knowledge and Skills tracker
Our personal development curriculum supports pupils in the key areas below:
