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Enrichment
At SM6, we know that your time with us is about much more than exams and coursework. Yes, great qualifications matter, but so does the journey you take along the way. That’s why all our students are expected to dive into enrichment opportunities – something we make easier for you by pausing lessons for this purpose every Wednesday afternoon.
This time is your chance to try something new, build confidence, explore fresh interests and grow as an individual. Whether you’re into sport, want to dig into career-focused experiences or just want to do something fun, there’s something for everyone. Some options even have their own dedicated pages on our website, so you can find out more before you sign up.
Enrichment is about meeting new people, gaining independence, building resilience and developing skills that will help you shine beyond the classroom. It’s also a brilliant way to stand out when applying for university, apprenticeships or work – showing future employers and tutors the kind of person you are, not just the grades you’ve achieved.
And it doesn’t stop there. Alongside weekly sessions, we also run half-termly ‘SM6 Together’ events, bringing staff and students together for activities like ultimate frisbee or quiz nights. These are lively, memorable moments that help make SM6 feel like a real community.
So, whatever your passion – or even if you’re still discovering it – enrichment is here to make your SM6 journey fuller, brighter and more rewarding.
What's on offer?
Our facilities
- Grumpy Mule: our barista café. This is located on the bottom floor of SM6 with a comfortable seating area.
- Sports Facilities: 4G, 2 fields, 3 sports halls, fitness suite, dance studio
- West End Quality Theatre
- ‘Industry Standard’ Art & Design facilities
- Silent Study area for SM6 students only
- SM6 student social area with a fully functional kitchen area
International Trips
Each subject runs trips in line with the curriculum, however we also run international trips, such as:
- Skiiing
- New York
- Iceland
- Paris
- Barcelona Football Tour
Additional support
- Graduate intern support for students who want help with organisation, revision and exam stress
- L6 Careers Advisor support available for all
- Each student gets a laptop for the duration of their time at SM6
- In-college mental health support from mental health nurse
- Personalised support through regular check-ins with form tutor
Active and Competitive
Pro:Direct Male and Pro:Direct Female
Full time football training programmes inclusive of strength and conditioning, surface training, performance analysis and matches against other Colleges.
Basketball Academy
Basketball training and matches in the AoC league.
Netball Academy
Netball training and matches in the AoC league.
SM6 Gym Class
Weight and cardio focused gym classes. Students can also opt to use the free gym if they don’t wish to participate in the class.
Recreational Sport (Various)
Different sports each half term - non-competitive (i.e. pickleball, trampolining, badminton)
Sports Coaching & Leadership
Students can gain additional coaching qualifications and will learn how to lead a group effectively. Work experience in sports teams as well as primary and secondary school PE. Links with Humber Active Schools gives students access to volunteering at events across the Humber.
Academic Excellence
SM6 Elevate (Oxbridge Programme)
Oxbridge programme aimed at preparing students for Oxbridge application, admissions tests and interview as well as overall university life.
Annual residential trips to Oxford and Cambridge are also included in this programme.
Core Maths
Qualification in maths, aimed at those who do not study Maths A level but want to get an additional qualification (half an A level equivalent).
Career-Focused
MHSCA
Medical Health and Social Care Academy programme to provided non-clinical and clinical experiences for those who wish to get into a healthcare profession. This also includes UCAT, interview and application preparation for those applying for Medicine and/or Dentistry.
Teaching Academy
Provides knowledge and work experience for those who wish to be in an educational setting after college. This encompasses all areas of education from pupil referral units, to SEND hubs and primary schools.
Creative and Leadership
Hull Performance Academy
Dance, Acting and Singing. Students have the opportunity to take part in a range of performances guided by an award winning department. Students will also have the opportunity to audition for prestigious dance and acting schools.
Social Justice Ambassadors
Students can become pioneers for change by joining the social justice ambassadors. They will advise on how we can make SM6 and our community equitable as well as organize fundraisers and events for key points in the calendar (i.e. White Ribbon Day, Black History Month). They will also help educate the lower school students on social justice.
Student Testimonials
