Our secondary school programme offers sustained academic engagement for pupils in Years 8 and 9, and mirrors the values, expectations and intellectual culture of leading Russell Group universities, including Oxford and Cambridge.
Our programmes are built around the idea of “future possible selves”, helping pupils see versions of themselves thriving in demanding academic environments and in the industries shaping tomorrow’s economy.
We focus on:
By the end of the year, pupils will have:
The programme is delivered through lectures and workshops, as well as interactive and Q&A sessions. Each focuses on a core theme. Challenging Assumptions: The Art of Critical Thinking Pupils work with academics in areas such as logic, philosophy, ethics or related fields to: “The Joy of Inquiry: Uncovering the Unknown” Pupils hear from academics working in emerging and cross-cutting fields, such as: They see how curiosity drives research, and how powerful ideas often emerge at the intersection of disciplines. “Striving for Excellence: The Academic Journey” Sessions led by: Pupils gain honest insight into: “Placing academic excellence within the context of industry and careers” Pupils engage with: They see how skills in analysis, creativity, communication and problem-solving translate into meaningful, varied careers.Programme structure
To deepen learning, pupils are encouraged to:
Each programme concludes with a visit to a prestigious university.
Pupils will:
By the end of the secondary school programme, pupils will be able to visualise themselves as future undergraduates within elite universities.
