Enrichment

Your Future, Your Path

• Thursday 26 November 2026: guest speakers from Become, who work to improve the everyday lives and future opportunities of children in care and young care leavers. They provide valuable support, guidance and advice to help young people navigate their personal lives, education and career pathways
• January 2027, date TBC: guest speaker from Coventry University, Health Care Team providing insights into Health Care courses and the diverse career pathways and opportunities available within the sector
• Thursday 22 April 2027: guest speaker from the West Midlands Police Recruitment Outreach Team, providing an insight into the recruitment process, career pathways and apprenticeship opportunities within the police force
• WMVS CiC Foundation Active Now: Sarah Atkins and Co is our new Sports provider as of April 2026 and we are very excited for what's to come. Our children and young people in care will have the opportunity to take part in a variety of activities like stand-up paddle boarding, mountain biking, archery, ice skating, horse riding and more.

Active Now activities for 2026 to 2027

• Art offers
• Sport offers

Virtual School residentials to Plas Dol-y-Moch 2027

• 28 January to 1 February 2027 - KS4 (Y10 and Y11) GCSE Creative Writing Workshops - A unique opportunity for young people to engage in writing activities, develop their creative writing skills and potentially help them to feel more confident as they approach the GCSE exams
• 15 April to 19 April 2027 - KS3 (Year 9) Humanities - A curriculum-linked geography and history residential blending outdoor adventure with real-world learning. Through fieldwork and team activities in a natural setting, students will deepen subject knowledge and broaden their understanding of landscapes, human impact, and historical narratives
• 2 July to 5 July 2027 - KS3 (Y7 and Y8) Outdoor Adventure - Designed to inspire exploration, growth, resilience, and teamwork, this Outdoor Adventure Residential gives young people the chance to discover new outdoor pursuits, build confidence, and broaden their horizons, all while enjoying the stunning surroundings of Plas Dol-y-Moch

If you have a young person who may be interested in any of the residentials, please email Katy Dolden at katy.dolden@coventry.gov.uk, including the young person’s name and the name of the school they attend.