Personal Development

Our Personal Development programme equips every student with the knowledge, skills, experiences and character needed to become active citizens, make informed decisions and positively contribute to their communities.

Everything we do is underpinned by our Academy values:

Ambition - encouraging students to aim high, embrace opportunities and achieve their full potential.

Determination - developing resilience, confidence and the perseverance to overcome challenges.

Respect - valuing ourselves, others and the diverse communities in which we live.

Responsibility - empowering students to make positive choices, lead by example and contribute to society.

Our Vision

Our Personal Development curriculum ensures every student has access to meaningful experiences that develop their character, broaden their horizons and prepare them for their future.

Through a carefully planned programme of learning and enrichment, students develop:

• Confidence and resilience.
• Leadership and teamwork.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Respect for diversity and different perspectives.
• Healthy relationships and positive wellbeing.
• An understanding of British Values.
• Financial and digital literacy.
• Careers knowledge and employability skills.
• Independence and aspiration.

Our Enrichment Entitlement

Our Enrichment Entitlement provides every student with a broad range of opportunities throughout their time at Castle View Enterprise Academy.

Every student will have opportunities to:

• Take part in clubs, societies and sporting activities.
• Experience meaningful careers education and employer encounters.
• Visit colleges, universities and workplaces.
• Participate in educational visits and residential experiences.
• Engage in arts, culture and performance.
• Develop leadership through student voice and ambassador roles.
• Contribute to charity, volunteering and community projects.
• Learn about diversity, equality and life in modern Britain.
• Build confidence, resilience and the essential skills for life and work.

These experiences are carefully planned from Year 7 to Year 11, ensuring every student benefits from a rich and varied education beyond the classroom.

Our Personal Development Offer

Our Personal Development programme is delivered through a wide range of experiences, both in and beyond the classroom. Together, these opportunities help students develop the knowledge, skills and character to become ambitious, determined, respectful and responsible young people. These include:

LifeSkills (PSHE)

All students take part in weekly LifeSkills sessions covering health and wellbeing, relationships, living in the wider world, financial education, citizenship and careers.

SMSC and British Values

Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural development is embedded throughout Academy life. Through lessons, assemblies, tutor time and enrichment, students learn to appreciate different beliefs and cultures, celebrate diversity and develop as respectful, responsible citizens.

Careers Education

Our comprehensive careers programme helps students explore future pathways, develop employability skills and make informed decisions about their next steps. Opportunities include employer encounters, careers talks, workplace experiences, careers guidance, college and university visits. More information on our careers programme can be found here Careers @ CVEA - Castle View Enterprise Academy

Student Leadership

Students are encouraged to lead, influence and make a positive difference through a range of leadership opportunities including Lead Students, House Captains, Careers Ambassadors, Peer Mentors, Sports Leaders and other ambassador roles. These opportunities develop confidence, communication, responsibility and teamwork.

House System

Our House System encourages healthy competition and teamwork. Throughout the year, students (and staff) represent their House in sporting, academic and creative events.

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Students (year 9 and 10) have the opportunity to complete the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award, developing leadership, teamwork, resilience, volunteering and expedition skills while achieving a nationally recognised award.

Combined Cadet Force

The Combined Cadet Force provides students with opportunities to develop leadership, discipline, teamwork and self-confidence through military-themed activities, adventure training, first aid, fieldcraft and community service.

Charity and Community

Students are encouraged to make a positive contribution through fundraising, volunteering and community projects. These experiences help students develop empathy, respect and a sense of responsibility while supporting causes that matter to them.

Educational Visits

A wide range of local, national and international visits broaden students' horizons and bring learning to life.

Extra-curricular Activities

Our extensive programme of clubs, teams and activities enables students to discover new interests, develop talents and build friendships beyond the classroom. More information on our extra-curricular programme can be found here:

Extra Curricular Activities - Castle View Enterprise Academy