{"id":197,"date":"2017-11-15T17:29:51","date_gmt":"2017-11-15T17:29:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/gc\/stfrancisoa\/?page_id=197"},"modified":"2020-05-25T16:27:54","modified_gmt":"2020-05-25T16:27:54","slug":"childrens-university-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/gc\/stfrancisoa\/childrens-university-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Children`s University"},"content":{"rendered":"

Children\u2019s University is a charity that works in partnership with schools to develop a love of learning in children. We do this by encouraging and celebrating participation in extra-curricular activities in and outside of school. The impact of these activities is proven to be positive which is why we\u2019re committed to creating a level playing field of opportunity and opening up access to children of all backgrounds.<\/p>\n

The need for Children\u2019s University<\/h2>\n

By the time a child turns 18, they will have spent just 9% of their waking life in a classroom<\/a>. Children\u2019s University is about making the most of the remaining 91%.<\/p>\n

Research shows that participation in extra-curricular activities can positively impact on attainment, increase a pupil\u2019s positive identification with school, and build self-confidence and resilience. Research also shows that children that do not have access to these opportunities fall behind, lack confidence, and fail to develop career aspirations. The resulting attainment gap is so significant that 25% of children from the most disadvantaged backgrounds achieve below expected attainment levels.<\/p>\n

Key outcomes we want for every child<\/h2>\n

For every child that takes part in Children\u2019s University, we want the following outcomes:<\/p>\n