Enrichment

As the Enrichment and Engagement Coordinator for Coventry Virtual School, I plan and lead educational and cultural experiences for young people in care, both in and beyond the classroom. My focus is to boost engagement, raise aspirations, and help young people feel more connected to their learning. A key part of my role is building strong relationships with young people, foster carers, and the professionals around them, ensuring they receive support that’s both meaningful and consistent.

Enrichment at Coventry Virtual School

At Coventry Virtual School, enrichment means unlocking the potential in every young person. Through purposeful projects and trusted partnerships, we create opportunities for care-experienced children and young people that build confidence, nurture ambition, and inspire learning. By increasing participation in enrichment activities, we ensure every experience is meaningful, impactful, and tailored to support each young person’s journey.

Your Future, Your Path (Y10 to Y13)

A new initiative offering termly sessions to support care-experienced young people in Years 10–13 with their post-16 journey. Through engaging events, guest speakers from diverse sectors, and tailored guidance, we help them build confidence, explore options, and make informed decisions about their future

Partnerships with Purpose

In collaboration with WMVS CiC Foundation, Performing Perfectly, and Think Active, we provide engaging art, sport and cultural activities across the Coventry Warwickshire and Solihull. These termly experiences encourage self-expression, foster connection, and open minds to new possibilities.

Higher Education & Universities

We support young people in exploring their next steps by encouraging attendance at university sessions locally and within the West Midlands opening up access to higher education opportunities. Through personalised guidance and engaging initiatives, we help them make informed choices and build confidence in their futures.

Virtual School Mentoring

Our new framework is designed to support young people who feel disconnected from school, helping them rebuild trust and find motivation through consistent, relationship-based mentoring. The Virtual School Mentoring Programme encourages pupils to stay engaged with learning, improve their attendance, and make progress. Led by our Engagement Officer, each session is shaped around the pupil’s individual needs and connects directly to their Personal Education Plan (PEP).

Plas Dol-y-Moch Residentials

Coventry Virtual School offers enriching residentials to Plas Dol-y-Moch throughout the year, supporting care-experienced young people to grow, connect and thrive through outdoor adventure and learning beyond the classroom. These shared experiences nurture confidence, relationships and personal development, helping young people feel a stronger sense of belonging.

KS4 (Years 10 and 11): Creative Writing Residential

Supports young people on their GCSE journey by building exam confidence and enhancing writing skills through focused workshops in a supportive environment.

KS3 (Year 9): Humanities Residential

Combines geography and history with outdoor learning to bring subjects to life.

KS3 (Years 7 and 8): Outdoor Adventure Residential

Builds teamwork, resilience and new skills through hands-on exploration.