Wright Robinson College

Welcome to Wright Robinson College a member of the flagship learning Trust

Martin Haworth | Executive Headteacher

Welcome to our website which we hope will portray what makes Wright Robinson College such a highly desirable choice for so many.

Visitors always comment on how well mannered our students are and how calm and welcoming the atmosphere is here at Wright Robinson. We are a college that places itself at the heart of the community, a college that prides itself on equipping our students with the knowledge and skills to influence an ever-changing, internationally competitive world.

Art

Art

The Art and Design Faculty aims to provide a dynamic and interactive learning environment which allows students and staff to exploit their individual talents, express themselves creatively and explore and wide range of art, craft and design activities.
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Business

Business

The Business department aspires to develop the Entrepreneurs of the future by the steps we take today. The aim of the Business Enterprise team is to inspire, support and develop all learner potentials to ensure students are adequately equipped for the ever changing real-life business world.
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Careers

Careers

Careers is about young people finding purpose, discovering what matters to them, their place in the world, the point of studying and getting up in the morning. Sometimes people think careers is just about information about options and planning for the future. It's so much more. It can give hope, meaning, purpose, self esteem and the ability to navigate the challenges of life.
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Hospitality and Catering

Hospitality and Catering

To inspire, support and develop learner potential to ensure students are equipped for a career in Hospitality and Catering.

We teach the WJEC Hospitality and Catering Level 1/2 Award, this vocational qualification focuses on ‘learning through doing’ . The hospitality and catering sector includes all businesses that provide food, beverages, and/or accommodation services. This includes restaurants, hotels, pubs, airlines, tourist attractions, hospitals, sports venues and many other businesses.
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Computer Science

Computer Science

The Computer Science Department aim is to develop students' technical knowledge of new computing technologies and ignite a passion for students to go on to innovate new ideas using such technologies to change the world for the better. We aim to provide a curriculum that encourages students to get both hands on experience to apply their theory knowledge learnt.
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Dance

Dance

The dance curriculum aims to equip our students to become independent learners whilst delivering an engaging and relevant curriculum which is interesting and thought provoking. It is designed so that students can develop the skills they currently have and learn new skills which will benefit them beyond the classroom.

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Drama

Drama

In Drama, students have the opportunity to explore the subject practically and to become creative and curious learners. We aim to develop skills such as creativity, problem solving, confidence and team work; helping students to become well-balanced young people. Drama is designed so that students can further develop the skills they currently have and learn new skills, which will benefit them beyond the classroom.
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Design & Technology

Design & Technology

DESIGN and TECHNOLOGY – Developing creativity. Manufacturing innovation.

Design and Technology uses an iterative model of developing and manufacturing innovative products that meet a specific consumer’s needs. Final prototypes are manufactured using a wide range of materials, CAD/CAM and manufacturing processes.
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English

English

The English curriculum at Wright Robinson aims to empower students to read, write and speak with authority, imagination and enjoyment. We study the full range and breadth of English Literature, aiming to provide our students with cultural capital that will sustain them throughout their lives.
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Geography

Geography

Geography at Wright Robinson College aims to develop globally aware and environmentally conscious students, through a process of geographical enquiry and collaborative working in order to critically evaluate the world around them.
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History

History

History at Wright Robinson aims to connect students with the past through engaging and challenging lessons which inspire curiosity in all learners. By looking at a series of enquiry questions students will gain a chronological narrative of Britain and and the wider world and understand how key events and people have shaped the world in which we live.
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Computing

Computing

The computing department aims to provide an inspirational, relevant, innovative and challenging learning environment where pupils can become successful, independent and confident learners. Computing at Wright Robinson College aims to raise all students' aspirations by removing barriers to learning and delivering relevant and transferable qualifications.
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Literacy

Literacy

Developing reading, writing and oracy skills will not only help students in their academic studies across the school, but these valuable skills will help them through life. Literacy plays a vital role in transforming young people into socially engaged citizens. Being able to read and write means being able to keep up with current events, communicate effectively, and understand the issues that are shaping our world.
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Maths

Maths

Mathematics is fundamental to every child's education. It is of huge importance as a basis for study of other subjects, and it is prevalent everywhere in the modern world. It is much more than completing calculations and processes, rather a journey of spotting patterns, reasoning with information and solving problems.

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Media

Media

In Media, we aspire to create exciting and dynamic products using the most relevant and up-to-date resources.
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Languages

Languages

Our principal aim is to instil confidence in students so that they are able to communicate fluently and with spontaneity on a range of real life contexts both within the classroom environment and beyond, into their future studies and careers.
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Music

Music

In Music, students get the opportunity to develop their creativity, team work, confidence and communication skills through a practical experience of the subject. The Curriculum is broad and exciting and allows students to explore different musical genres from across the world. Students are able to learn basic skills on instruments such as the keyboard, Ukulele and percussion. There are lots of opportunities to discover music further in our extensive extra-curricular offer.
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PE

PE

Our intent is to provide all students with the opportunity to learn and enhance specific skills through an inclusive, broad and balanced curriculum.

To offer diverse opportunities for students to develop physical competences which promote and encourage competition, instil teamwork and develop character. Our aim to create a culture which inspires physical and mental well-being through a healthy active lifestyle.
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PSHRE & Citizenship

PSHRE & Citizenship

PSHRE at Wright Robinson aims to give students the opportunity to develop knowledge, skills and attributes that will help them now and in the future to manage their lives. This is done through a programme that is relevant and appropriate to the ethos of our college and the needs of our students.
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Religious Studies

RS

Religious Studies at Wright Robinson will enable students to develop an appreciation of religious thought and its contribution to individuals, communities and societies. It will help them develop a holistic understanding of religion, enabling them to understand and articulate their own and others’ beliefs, values and commitments.
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Science

Science

Science at Wright Robinson college aims to engage, challenge, inspire and enthuse students to develop independence, curiosity and resilience, whilst developing an understanding of how science underpins everything around us.
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