Children’s University is a charity that works in partnership with schools to develop a love of learning in children. We do this by encouraging and celebrating participation in extra-curricular activities in and outside of school. The impact of these activities is proven to be positive which is why we’re committed to creating a level playing field of opportunity and opening up access to children of all backgrounds.
By the time a child turns 18, they will have spent just 9% of their waking life in a classroom. Children’s University is about making the most of the remaining 91%.
Research shows that participation in extra-curricular activities can positively impact on attainment, increase a pupil’s positive identification with school, and build self-confidence and resilience. Research also shows that children that do not have access to these opportunities fall behind, lack confidence, and fail to develop career aspirations. The resulting attainment gap is so significant that 25% of children from the most disadvantaged backgrounds achieve below expected attainment levels.
For every child that takes part in Children’s University, we want the following outcomes:
St. Cedd’s are members of the Children’s University and we encourage our children to take part. All children who join have an individually numbered ‘Passport to Learning’ which they use to record the learning activities they complete outside of school.
Children will be able to collect learning stamps from their after-school clubs and in activities happening in the local community, as well as through taking part in in Children’s University Challenges. Celebrating achievement is important. The children work towards National Children’s University Awards which will be presented at a CU Graduation Ceremony.
Children’s University Passports are available to purchase via School Money.
