Many of these aspects of personal development cross the curriculum into science, thus reinforcing basic understanding. This programme helps all pupils to develop an awareness of their personal responsibilities. By learning to cope with their own inter-dependence on friends, family and society as a whole, they are encouraged to assess their own strengths and weaknesses, formulate ideas and to consider those of other people. Physical Education Physical Education is regarded as an important factor in the overall development of every child, particularly as it offers many opportunities for individual pursuits and integrated activities with a local mainstream school involving gymnastics, dance aerobics and swimming as well as all the major team games. School teams take part in local competitions.
Many pupils continue to develop their sporting interests through evening leisure activities.
Religious Education Religious Education is non-denominational and is based on the LEA Agreed Syllabus. Pupils study the Christian faith and other major religions. They have the opportunity to consider and discuss moral issues appropriate to their level of maturity. Assemblies are held regularly and aim to foster pupils' spiritual development. Parents are able to withdraw their child from all parts of religious education if they wish.