Y13 Oxbridge Interview
Prep for Medicine, Vet
Med and Biology
Related Courses
TASS World Challenge
Duke of Edinburgh Gold
The Enterprise Hub My Activity Passport
One of the best things about coming to New College Pontefract is the chance to develop your skills and interests alongside your qualifications.
This booklet gives you an idea of some of the enrichments that we offer: clubs and societies, health and wellbeing activities, super-curricular activities to develop what you do in your timetabled lessons, and activities to support careers, life experiences and develop your leadership skills.
Enrichment activities are an important way of making new friends, trying new things and helping you get to where you want to go after sixth form college. It is the combination of your results and wider skills that will get you offers for degrees, apprenticeships and jobs. Universities and employers know that taking part in enrichment activities says a lot about the kind of person you are and the ways in which you have developed while at college.
We have something for everyone and expect all our students to take part in some form of enrichment alongside their timetabled lessons. If there are any activities that you would like to take part in that isn’t listed, speak to a member of college staff or the Senior Leadership Team in September.
Specific information about the start dates of enrichment activities, times and venues will be shared with all students in September during our Freshers Fair.
We look forward to inviting you to the official launch in September!
Most of our enrichment activities will provide you with useful skills and experiences to aid with potential career pathways. Look out for the following throughout this brochure to see which enrichments match up.
COMPUTING & ENGINGEERING
PERFORMING ARTS
HEALTHCARE
MEDICAL
SCIENCE BUSINESS, LAW & FINANCE
SOCIAL SCIENCES
SPORT & SERVICES
EARTH SCIENCES
CREATIVE ARTS & MEDIA
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
LANGUAGE, LITERATURE, CULTURE & EDUCATION
S T R E S S L E S S
Y M - F I T N E S S
A E R I E L H O O P
Aerial arts are a growing performance art requiring strength, coordination and flexibility. The Aerial Hoop enrichment will introduce you to these skills and provide a different take on performance arts. No experience necessary; just the willingness to give it a go.
M E T C O N F I T N E S S
Boost your endurance, strength, and overall fitness with our MetCon enrichment fast-paced, functional workouts designed to push your limits and improve metabolic performance. Ideal for all fitness levels looking for a challenge in a motivating group setting.
W I N D E N S E M B L E
Weekly lunchtime meeting for all brass and woodwind players, plus drum and bass guitar players (must read music!). Informal rehearsals of a wide range of music with a view to performing at at least two points in the yearChristmas and Spring.
C H E S S C L U B
Sharpen your mind and challenge your strategy skills! Chess Club is a fun and friendly space where players of all levels can play with eachother, and improve. Whether you're a beginner or a budding grandmaster, you'll develop critical thinking, patience, and problem-solving all while enjoying the classic game of kings.
K N I T T I N G A N D C R O C H E T C L U B
Knitting and Crochet Club is a place designed for people who want to learn a new craft, or people who are already enjoying knitting and/or crochet to come and socialise whilst working on their latest projects. Very relaxed environment that’s open to all ability levels!
Step into a world of imagination, teamwork, and adventure! Dungeons & Dragons is a tabletop role-playing game where you create your own character and join others on epic quests. Guided by a storyteller called the Dungeon Master, you’ll solve puzzles, battle monsters, and shape your own story all while building creativity, confidence, and collaboration skills.
L E G O C L U B
Lego Club is a social club that allows students to come and relax on their lunch break whilst using Lego as much needed escapism from the pressures of the day.
N E W C O L L E G E V A R S I T Y
NCLT College Varsity takes please every year just before the Easter break, involving 10 sports events against New College Doncaster and New College Bradford. We will hold training sessions and trials for badminton, dodgeball, and pickleball on a Tuesday lunch time in the sports hall after the Christmas break.
Calling all future Tarantinos! Ever fancied making a short film? Then come along to Film Club. No experience needed - just a mobile phone and your imagination!
B O A R D G A M E S C L U B
Relax, connect, and challenge your mind with our Board Games Club open to all students who enjoy strategy, creativity, and a bit of friendly competition. A great way to unwind and make new friends in a fun, inclusive environment.
M A T H S @ U N I
( A D M I S S I O N S T E S T I N G )
Support for those required to complete a Maths-linked admissions test for their University course (e.g. Maths / Computer Science / Economics / Engineering / Physics)most likely Oxbridge & Russell Group applications, followed up with mock interviews & practice tasks.
Promoting a love of problem-solving! Preparation for the individual competition in October aiming for a Bronze, Silver or Gold certificate (perhaps gaining entry into the follow-up Senior Kangaroo round).
B O Y S ’ A R T C L U B
Designed to inspire and support male learners, the club offers hands-on guidance from experienced staff, exciting trips to galleries and creative spaces, and exclusive talks from successful men working in the creative industries. Whether you’re into drawing, painting, digital design, photography, or just exploring your artistic side, this club is all about building skills, confidence, and raising achievement in creative subjects.
S O C I A L S C I E N C E S
L E C T U R E L O U N G E
Explore the life of a university student by sitting in on some of their lectures! Using lectures from major universities and experts in their fields, we will examine the topics you may pick up if applying to study Economics further.
If you're not currently an economist, don't worry, there's plenty for you to grow an effective understanding of what this subject offers.
L E G A L D E B A T E C L U B
Sharpen your critical thinking and public speaking skills in Legal Debate Club explore real-world legal issues, build persuasive arguments, and engage in structured debates in a supportive, intellectually stimulating environment. Ideal for students interested in law, politics, or current affairs.
Sessions are used to practise skills required to do well in an interview for Oxford or Cambridge. Aimed at students in Y13 applying for a Biology related course, including Medicine and Vet Med.
What is World Challenge?
World Challenge is an international student expedition program designed to develop young people’s life skills, confidence, and global awareness. It gives students the opportunity to travel abroad, often to developing countries, where they’ll take part in activities such as:
Adventure trekking (e.g. hiking through mountains or jungles)
Cultural immersion (living and working with local communities)
Community projects (supporting schools, conservation, or sustainability)
Team-led decision-making (students manage their own budget, transport, and planning during the trip)
Trips usually last 1–4 weeks and are accompanied by school staff and experienced expedition leaders.
Why Should Students Take Part?
Personal Growth
Develop independence, resilience, and leadership
Step outside your comfort zone and grow in confidence
Plus much more!
D U K E O F E D I N B U R G H G O L D
Why Do Gold?
• Boost your CV – 79% of employers say DofE makes young people more employable
• Gain essential life skills – teamwork, resilience, leadership, and communication
• Stand out for uni & apprenticeships – admissions tutors love to see it
• Build friendships and confidence through shared challenge and adventure
• Achieve something truly prestigious – your Gold Award is presented at a Royal Palace!
• Direct Gold entry – no prior experience needed
Costs & Sign-Up
• Total: £270 per person – payable in instalments
• £35 registration fee due at Induction Day (non-refundable to secure your place)
• After paying the fee, watch for emails early in the year with meeting times & details
T H E E N T E R P R I S E H U B
Unlock your potential with The Enterprise Hub – the perfect space to create, collaborate, and grow. We'll enable you to launch a start-up business, develop a project, and build your professional skills, the Hub connects you with like-minded students, mentors, and resources to turn ideas into action. It's where your innovation meets opportunity. No matter your background or subject, if you’re driven to make an impact, this is your platform. Step into The Enterprise Hub and start shaping your future together, we build what’s next. Ready to lead? Your journey starts here.
A newly designed project, aimed to get students to develop professional and personal development, increase independence and help students learn life skills. There can be a 30/45 minute tutorial lesson to help students understand specific life skills that are on the Activity Passport I.E how to join the gym/ swimming or learn about alcohol etc. Students can achieve specific targets by ticking off what they've accomplished from their passport. The Activity Passport can change and vary depending on needs of students and if any changes occur.
