Infants’ Enrichment
Our Infants' Enrichment Programme at St Margaret’s Hampstead is a bespoke after-school programme designed to provide our youngest pupils in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 with a worthwhile and stimulating end to their day. It complements our ambitious academic curriculum by offering extra time for creative exploration, hands-on activities and fun.
Engaging in these stimulating programmes from an early age helps to set a strong foundation for your child’s lifelong learning journey, nurturing curiosity and enhancing cognitive development.
Our Programme Leader
A creative touch
Our programme is led by Gilly Longton, a teaching assistant who brings a unique set of skills to the role, having previously been part of the Blue Peter TV programme production team. She uses her extensive experience to curate an engaging selection of activities each afternoon.
A day in the life of our Enrichment Programme
Arts & crafts
Girls might learn about a particular artist and create their own artwork, such as a headdress or a doll’s house room. Other activities include batiking and tie-dying.
Creative play
Exploring the power of make believe and magic by making wands and inventing spells, stories or plays.
Problem-solving
Engaging in Lego challenges to encourage independent thinking and hone fine motor skills.
Movement & dance
Participating in ballet and other movement-based activities.
To wind down at the end of their busy day before they go home, the girls enjoy storytelling, gentle yoga or mindfulness exercises.
Key benefits of our Infants’ Enrichment Programme
Our enrichment programme is a vital part of a child’s education, offering numerous benefits that extend far beyond the classroom.
Enhances educational experiences
The programme provides access to a diverse range of educational experiences not typically found in the standard curriculum, nurturing curiosity and improving cognitive development.
Develops core skills
Activities like group projects, cookery and interactive games enhance essential life skills, such as communication, problem-solving and critical thinking.
Cultivates social & emotional intelligence
Participation in diverse activities helps children build social skills, leadership qualities, empathy and resilience, all of which are key to their future success.
Promotes physical & creative development
Physical activities strengthen motor skills, while creative pursuits inspire imaginative thinking and originality.
Programme logistics & booking
The Infants' Enrichment Programme is charged at £5.00 per day. Parents can sign up their children by booking online via our school system, Evolve. Bookings can be made in advance or up to 3.00pm on the day required, for individual days or for the entire week.
Ready to see your daughter flourish?
We invite you to visit St Margaret's Hampstead and see firsthand how our school empowers girls to learn, grow and thrive. Take the first step in your daughter's educational journey.