Elevate Your Future
The JCC Advance Enrichment Programme is designed to propel ambition, transforming student’s time at college into a holistic, competitive journey.
We integrate academic stretch with real-world experience, and ensure students leave JCC with a standout portfolio for top universities and employers.
Academic Excellence & Critical Thought
Students sharpen their critical thinking and delve into specialised subjects that extend far beyond the curriculum. Our academic societies foster high-level intellectual curiosity and preparedness for competitive degree courses:
- The Mental Health Research Academy: Gain experience in formulating research questions and ethical data collection.
- Clinical Skills: For aspiring healthcare professionals, master foundational medical knowledge and practical clinical techniques.
- Sociological Imaginations: Explore complex social theories and their application to contemporary issues, culminating in projects like Letters to Mandela.
- We also offer the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), providing dedicated time and mentorship to conduct advanced independent research and earn valuable UCAS points.
Essential Skills Development
Develop practical, creative, and life skills that will serve you long after you graduate. These clubs focus on personal growth and valuable proficiencies:
- Master a new tongue with French Club.
- Nurture your creativity with Piano Club.
- Gain independence through our practical Driving Theory Club.
Global Awareness & Broadening Horizons
Engage with local and national institutions and tackle major societal questions to gain a deeper understanding of the world. Key programmes include:
- The nationally recognised JCC Griffin Mock Trial Team, where you develop legal acumen and powerful advocacy skills whilst taking part in the Bar Mock trial team.
- The Curious Conversations series, hosting discussions on topical issues.
- Invaluable, transformative educational experiences such as the Learn with the Lords programme and Lessons from Auschwitz.
- Student magazine run by industry professionals to help students develop their critical thinking and language mastery
University Progression & Career Visits
Our dedicated progression support ensures you are fully prepared for the next stage of your education or career. This includes a robust trips and visits programme with a comprehensive schedule of visits to key universities across the UK.
We host expert guest speakers to consult on UCAS personal statement drafting and provide bespoke interview preparation and mock interviews.
World of Ideas Speakers
To open students’ eyes to a wider world of ideas and opportunities, we host regular guest speakers from a range of professional backgrounds, from leading researchers and business leaders to politicians and creative innovators—offering real-world perspectives.
Recreational Visits Programme
Balance your studies with a recreational visits programme, including engaging cultural and subject-specific trips such as:
- Visiting Leicester to see the Richard III exhibition.
- A trip to London to visit the Supreme Court.
- Coastal excursions, such as to Weston Super Mare.