On Saturday morning, 26 Year 5 children from our local partner primary schools came to Emanuel to participate in the Ascent programme. The programme is for children from disadvantaged backgrounds who are failing to meet national standards in the core subjects of literacy and maths. Developed in consultation with staff at our partner schools, Ascent aims to enable pupils to solidify their knowledge and skills and build their confidence.

Taught by Emanuel staff and supported by an enthusiastic cohort of Emanuel pupil volunteers, each Saturday morning is comprised of curriculum-linked sessions in maths and literacy supplemented by interactive, fun hands-on science sessions and games.

The Ascent programme will run on eight Saturday mornings at Emanuel in the Summer term with an additional two-day session at the end of our term before the state schools break up for the summer holidays.

Mrs L Irwin, Head of Community Partnerships and Outreach