enrichment classes

Beyond-curriculum educational sessions

Enrichment classes are supplementary educational programs beyond standard curriculum, designed to develop skills or explore interests not covered in regular schooling.

They typically include subjects like art, music, coding, foreign languages, or chess: The kids have enrichment classes after school.

The term implies enhancement rather than remediation—adding depth rather than catching up.

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curricular status

enrichment classescore curriculum

Mandatory foundational coursework

required courses · mandatory classes · compulsory education · core subjects · graduation requirements

educational purpose

enrichment classesremediation

Act of correcting faults

tutoring · special education · learning support · resource room · remedial education

intellectual stimulation level

enrichment classesbusywork

Meaningless assigned tasks

rote learning · minimum requirements

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G