Sixth Form Enrichment

Our Advanced Maths Society is a community for students who are passionate about mathematics and eager to explore its more challenging and fascinating aspects beyond the classroom. Our society is designed for those who enjoy problem-solving, critical thinking, and discovering how mathematics shapes the world around us. Whether preparing for higher-level maths competitions, pursuing deeper understanding in preparation for university, or simply curious to explore advanced topics, this society is here to support and inspire you. There are numerous ways in which this is done. Members work together to solve complex problems, share insights, and learn from one another in a supportive environment. Throughout the year, we will provide opportunities such as guest speakers to share their insights into the applications of mathematics in fields like science, engineering, economics, and technology. Our Advanced Maths Society is open to all students, passionate about mathematics and eager to take their learning to the next level.

The Business Society is a place where students of all calibre can unite and immerse themselves in the world of business. It brings together future leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs to tackle real-world scenarios. One of our main activities consists of a Dragon's Den-style competition, where members develop innovative ideas and pitch their business concepts to judges, creating a real-world scenario of securing an investment and venturing into a business. In addition, students will be developing their creativity as they will be required to think outside the box, due to the competitive environment, and building their problem-solving and negotiation skills. To further enrich students' experience, the school will provide the opportunity to go on numerous trips, such as exploring a business's operations, offering insights and experience on how businesses work as well as the skills required to excel in their careers.

The Economics and Finance society is a community where like-minded individuals, who are striving for roles in the finance industry, are put into an atmosphere of encouragement and inspiration. In this society, students are able to exchange knowledge through discussions and debates, by expressing their opinions and viewpoints about economic issues, allowing them to build confidence, courage and the skill of working in a team. Furthermore, they will be given opportunities to go on various trips organised by the school to go to firms and conferences in the finance sector. Overall, this society allows students to gain insight and experience in the field of finance and economics, enabling them to be on the right track for their futures.

Law Society is now a well-established community within Mayfield, giving strong foundations to keen learners of the legal industries. It focusses on enriching their understanding of the Legal System, its career pathways, and looks out on their personal-skills; ensuring they develop through diverse workshops and debates. The Law Society has also been a place to learn about efficient ways of learning and revision, to ensure they are well prepared ahead of academic challenges. To also ensure they grow as individuals, we will expose our members to uncomfortable situations like lecturing topics to their peers, and Mooting (mock trials). In addition to this, there are plans to bring key speakers like Judges, Solicitors, Barristers and apprentices within the Legal Industry to expose our members to the broad opportunities in this field.

Medicine Society is a community in which aspiring healthcare professionals come together to learn and experience life within the medical field. Activities that members engage in include debates on ethical dilemmas and current healthcare issues, as well as reviewing hot interview topics, building their critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills. As the society is funded by King's College London, students have the opportunity to participate in trips to the medical school, gaining first-hand experience in clinical environments, as well as attending lectures on both medical ethics and student finance talks. Additionally, the society focusses on developing clinical skills helping students prepare for their futures in healthcare and at university.

The Science Society is an opportunity for students to come together to expand and vocalise their interests for science. This society will provide an accommodating insight to aspiring students who are keen in opening their futures to the world of science. Fields such as chemists, research scientists, biomedical scientists, forensics, radiographers, and many other scientific job roles are all heavily encouraged within our science community. This society will not only provide students to deepen their interests in scientific fields, but issues interactive activities such as debates, quizzes, and trips. We aim to widen skills such as critical thinking, data analysis, clinical skills, innovation, and much more. Furthermore, our society will focus on providing awareness to functional work experience opportunities in order to construct strong individuals for the world of scientific work.