Links with business and the community

Pupils are encouraged to use the local business community to enhance their learning, through project work for G.C.S.E. examinations, visits to local companies and by receiving visitors into school.

Links with local colleges

Hayward enjoys close links with 6th Form and Further Education colleges in the Bolton area. Pupils visit local colleges to find out about courses and to talk with tutors and students about their work. Tutors also visit the school.

Work experience

All pupils in their last year of statutory education at Hayward are entitled to take part in the school’s Work Experience Scheme. They spend two weeks working in local companies and organisations, experiencing the work atmosphere and identifying the necessary skills to operate effectively in the world of work.

Young enterprise

Pupils in the Upper School have the opportunity to work with representatives of local companies in the Young Enterprise Scheme. Through this they gain experience of setting up and running a mini-company, thereby gaining additional insights into the world of work.

Duke of Edinburgh Award

The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme is run for Upper School pupils at both Bronze and Silver level.

The object is to provide an introduction to worthwhile leisure activities and voluntary service, whilst developing an individual’s confidence.

Pupils learn new skills, take an active part in physical recreation and complete an expedition.

Learning to work as a team and consideration for others are integral parts of the award.

The Friends of Hayward Association

This has been established to further develop links between the school, parents and local organisations. It aims to enhance the school’s environment by supporting the teaching and learning taking place, as well as providing opportunities for pupils to be aware of and appreciate the community which surrounds the school.