Enrichment
We are proud to offer an enriching curriculum that goes beyond the expected, one that celebrates the whole child and prepares them for a bright, balanced future.
We believe that learning should be meaningful, memorable, and inclusive of every child’s talents and interests. Our rich, relevant and representative school enrichment is designed to develop not only academic skills but also emotional intelligence, physical wellbeing, team work, fun and a lifelong love of learning.
A Wide Range of Opportunities
- Gymnastics – Enhancing coordination, strength, and perseverance.
- Drumming and Dance – Encouraging rhythm, cultural expression, and confidence through performance.
- Cricket – Building teamwork, strategy, and sportsmanship.
- Music – Inspiring creativity and discipline through instrumental learning and ensemble work.
- Forest School – Developing independence, resilience, and a deep connection with nature.
- Hackney School of Food – Every child takes part in hands-on cooking sessions each year, learning essential life skills and exploring nutrition, sustainability, and food culture. These sessions are closely linked to our Design and Technology and PSHE curriculum, giving pupils a practical and engaging way to apply their learning.
- Competitions – Providing opportunities to challenge oneself and celebrate success.
Wraparound care
We offer wraparound care from 7.45am with our breakfast club. Specialist clubs such as Singing, Arts & Crafts, Forest School, Chess & board games and a range of sporting clubs run daily from 3:30pm – 4:30pm
We also over Playcentre from 3.30 - 5.30pm Monday to Thursday, run by Kingsmead staff.
For more information about see the Wraparound care page on this website.
Making the Most of Our Cultural Capital
Across each year children experience a number of trips linked to the school curriculum, such as:
- The Unicorn Theatre – Experiencing live performance and the power of drama.
- The Ragged Museum – Experiencing what school would have been like in the Victorian Era
- The Tate Modern – Exploring contemporary art and visual storytelling.
- Hackney Museum: History of Carnival – Learning about local heritage, identity, and celebration.
- The Tower of London – Bringing history to life through immersive storytelling and exploration.
- Coding and Robotics Workshops – Developing digital literacy and problem-solving through hands-on tech experiences.
- Fire Brigade Workshops – Learning about fire safety and community roles.
- Hackney Music Singing Festivals – Opportunity to sing with passion and celebrate the diversity of Hackney through songs and actions.
- Hackney Empire - children were recently immersed in the natural world spectacular Wildlife Jamboree with the BBC Symphony Orchestra
- EcoACTIVE workshops - promoting sustainability and waste reduction in the local area, empowering children to take ownership of the role they can play.
- Hackney Buzzline - Kingsmead is a key partner in this wonderful project supporting pollinating insects in the local area.
Our enrichment offer reflects our belief that every child deserves the chance to:
- Discover their passions and talents
- Develop confidence and resilience
- Experience learning in creative, practical ways
- Take on leadership and make a difference
- Engage with the wider world through culture, nature, and community




