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C O -C URRICULAR A CTIVITIES 2026—2027 In our school aims we describe how we want to develop in every pupil the skills, aptitudes and abilities required to become emotionally resilient and autonomous learners. We want to encourage in every child a sense of commitment, to value high achievement, to be prepared to adapt and to be innovative. Our Co-Curricular Activity programme plays an important part in enabling us to work towards these aims. It does so by extending the curriculum beyond that which is taught in timetabled sessions. These co-curricular activities offer pupils opportunities:• For learning the value of teamwork, individual and group

responsibility, physical strength and endurance, competition, diversity, and a sense of culture and community.

• To apply academic skills in a real-world context and are thus

considered part of a balanced education.

• To make choices in terms of what they want to do, or not do as the case may be, which in itself can be educational.

Should you have any queries, please email: schooloffice@amesburyschool.co.uk

June 2026

T ERMS & C ONDITIONS A PPLICATION P ROCESS CCAs in Section A incur a cost. The CCAs in Section B, offered by Amesbury staff, are free of charge. Please note, that whilst we do our best to accommodate pupils wishing to join CCAs mid-term, at times due to timetabled activities, exams or productions, we may need to delay the start date for a sign-up until a later date/next term. For mid-term applications, please email co-curricular@amesburyschool.co.uk. For termly signups, applications should be made using the relevant online CCA Application Form; the link will be provided each term.

I NJURY Should your child be unable to attend a lesson due to serious/long term injury, we will endeavour to fill the CCA with another pupil. With agreement by the coach/teacher then no charge will be made.

I LLNESS & O THER A BSENCE FROM S CHOOL If a child is unable to attend school due to short-term sickness, bad weather or personal holiday etc. we will do our best to offer a catch-up session when they return to School. However, if this is not possible the CCA(s) will be charged.

N ON A TTENDANCE DUE TO S CHOOL E VENTS We endeavour to avoid CCA clashes with School Events, however, should your child be offered the opportunity to attend a Sport Event (outside of Wednesday or Thursday fixtures), it is the parent/child’s decision whether to attend this event or their CCA. If the Sport Match is selected, we will do our best to offer a CCA catch-up session, however, if this is not possible the CCA will be charged. When a pupil has a trip or is away on a residential, they will not be charged for their CCA(s). Where possible, catch-up lessons will be arranged.

W ITHDRAWAL P ROCESS All pupils will continue with their CCAs term to term, year on year (see below), unless specific notice to withdraw is provided. When withdrawing a pupil from an activity, notice of withdrawal must be given before the first day of the half term holiday in order for payment and lessons to cease on the last day of that term. Failure to adhere to the withdrawal deadline may incur a term’s charge.

P UPIL B EHAVIOUR Co-Curricular Activities are deemed a privilege based on the assumption that a child is behaving well in school. If a child has behaved poorly and has been awarded a detention, the detention will take precedence and the child will be required to attend the detention. The cost of the missed Co-Curricular lesson will be the responsibility of the parent, not the school. 2

T ABLE OF C ONTENTS SECTION A Instrumental & Voice Tuition

LAMDA

Mini Drama Club

Dance

Music Technology (M:Tech)

Tennis

Judo

Football

Cricket

Golf

Chess

Touch Typing

Esports

Senior Robotics

Pottery Wheel

Art Sculpture Club

Art Textiles & Structure

Arts & Crafts

SECTION B Athletics

Big Band

Hockey Club

Lego Club

Tchoukball Club

Senior Science Club

STEM & Community Club

Podcast Club

Grade V Theory

Senior Choir

Junior Choir

Netball Club

Chapel Choir

Authors Assemble!

Books & Biscuits

PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT I NSTRUMENTAL AND V OICE T UITION Mark Reynolds : Head of Performing Arts Instrumental and vocal tuition raises the musical attainment of pupils, encourages self-confidence and helps pupils develop a sense of personal achievement and self-expression.

Tuition

Tuition is provided by a team of visiting self-employed teachers using the facilities at Amesbury. Tuition is available in the following: Bass Guitar Cornet Flute Percussion Tenor Horn Viola

Classical Guitar Drums French Horn Recorder Trombone Violin

Clarinet Electric Guitar Piano Saxophone Trumpet Vocal

It may be possible to provide tuition on other instruments subject to sufficient demand and the availability of a teacher. Pre-Prep (Years 1 & 2) Lessons will be allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis to Year 2 and, if space permits, to Year 1. Lessons for Pre-Prep pupils are scheduled at fixed times, either during breaktime, before or after school, or during Performing Arts. Any parent who wishes to commence music lessons for their child prior to Year 1 should email co-curricular@amesburyschool.co.uk Prep School (Years 3-8) With terms differing in length, the total number of lessons given in any term can vary. Lessons last for thirty minutes. This allows for specific teaching and a clear programme of study which aids the development of both technical and stylistic skills. Timetables for lessons are organised on a rotating system. Lesson times can be viewed on the iParent App. It is the responsibility of the pupil to make the necessary arrangements with subject staff to be excused for a music lesson and to make up class work afterwards. This allows minimal disruption to the academic curriculum. Break and lunch time lesson slots are allocated to pupils with educational needs, agreed in partnership with the Learning Support Department.

Availability for new music applications will be confirmed at the start of each term once timetables have been arranged. We will always try to fit new applications into the timetable but this cannot always be guaranteed and in these instances pupils will be added to the waiting list.

Practice Diary

A practice diary is used as an aide memoire for the pupil and a point of contact between the teacher and parent. This diary is used as a positive aid to encourage regular work habits.

Examinations

Pupils are under no obligation to take examinations, but it is recognised that in most cases they provide a valuable incentive and measure of progress. Amesbury enters pupils for examinations administered by the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music and Trinity Guildhall. Pupils entered for examinations will have the cost of the entry fee added to the end of term bill.

Additional requirements for tuition

Upon acceptance of instrumental lessons you will be contacted by the relevant tutor to discuss any additional requirements needed for tuition. Where music is concerned your child will be supplied with the appropriate manual, the cost of which will be added to the end of term bill.

Fees

Payment for tuition is required each term upon receipt of an invoice sent directly to parents by the individual instrumental tutors. The charge for lessons is £25.00 per 30 minute lesson.

PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT L AMDA Susannah Wilson LAMDA tuition is offered to pupils in Years 3-8 in addition to their curriculum Drama/PFA lessons. The focus of this CCA is to promote self-confidence, develop communication skills, and to give learners the opportunity to explore and enjoy performance and public speaking. Technique is taught using vocal and physical exercises, improvisation, scripted scenes and fun drama games. Role-play is used to create and explore original, imaginative and entertaining characterisations. Prep School (Years 3-8) LAMDA lessons are generally taught in groups of 6 pupils in sessions of 30 minutes. Pupils do not miss academic lessons as sessions are run at break and lunch times. Timetables are the same each week throughout the term and will be displayed on the board outside the PFA Office. Applications will be confirmed at the start of each term once timetables have been arranged. Individual tuition may be arranged by special agreement.

Reporting

Progress is monitored throughout the year with regular updates to parents throughout the term. All pupils taking a LAMDA examination will receive a full mark sheet and certificate from the examining board.

Examinations

Pupils are under no obligation to take examinations but it is recognised that in most cases they provide a valuable incentive and measure of progress. Acting or Verse and Prose exams for LAMDA will usually take place during the Lent Term. Pupils entered for examinations will incur additional charges and exam fee, details of which will be advised at the time.

Additional requirements for tuition

Pupils should provide an A4 folder (any type) in which to keep their work, with a notepad, highlighter, and pen/pencil. This should be brought to each session.

Fees

Payment for tuition will be invoiced directly at the start of each term by Mrs Wilson. Group lessons are £97.25 per term, based on 10 sessions per term.

PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT M INI D RAMA Susannah Wilson Confidence, fun and imagination are some words to describe our animated and enthusiastic club. Join us for a fun-filled session, which will improve selfconfidence, teamwork and role-play as we work on characterisations, improvisation and creative expression. Children develop excellent communication skills, grow in self-esteem and enjoy the benefits of newfound coordination and creativity.

In these classes, we will start on some of the basic performance techniques such as projection, eye-contact, vocal and facial expressions, characterisation, teamwork and physicality. All done with fun drama games and non-pressured activities to build self-confidence and a love of all things performance.

Pre-Prep Year 1 & 2

Tuesday 3.50-4.30pm

Reporting

Progress is monitored throughout the year with regular updates to parents throughout the term.

Fees

Payment is required termly and will be added to the school bill in arrears. Lessons are charged £92.50 per term based on 10 sessions per term:

From 1st January 2025, the above prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT D ANCE Charlotte Carnes : Head of Dance Rebecca Paris : Dance Teacher The aim of Amesbury’s Academy of Dance is to build confidence and creativity through a holistic approach to dance. In our dance spaces we aim to ignite imagination and excite a curiosity for dance, allowing Amesburians to be expressive, take risks and be their authentic selves without fear of judgement. Dance at Amesbury provides an outlet for self-expression and movement. Through studying the art form, pupils build upon their dance composition, appreciation and performance skills, blending their artistic practice with physical activity. At Amesbury we feel passionately about the positive impact dance can have on a child’s personal development, sense of self-worth, passion and zest for life. We aim to encourage and reveal pupils’ creative potential through dance. Our philosophy is that dance is for all with our Hip-Hop, Ballet, Modern, and Contemporary classes all being non-selective. We do offer further provision for pupils who are extremely passionate about dance and excel on a technical or performance level with 13+ scholarship tuition and the opportunity to audition for Amesbury’s two dance crews: ADC for Years 3 – 5 and Troupe for Years 6 – 8. Parents are able to watch CCA dance pupils perform in recitals throughout the year, Pre-Prep in the Michaelmas term during the CCA Dance Recital and Prep School in the CCA Dance Production which will be schedule for either the Lent or Trinity term, dependant on school events (parents will be notified of the date in advance). Teachers are always available to discuss pupil progress so please email Miss Carnes, Head of Dance on c.carnes@amesburyschool.co.uk if you have any questions. Please note, that whilst we do our best to accommodate pupils joining Dance CCA’s that have not signed up at the beginning of the academic year, at times due to exams or productions, we may need to delay the start date for sign-ups until a class has completed an exam or show.

Ballet

In Ballet at Amesbury, pupils not only develop their classical technical skills but also, the art of storytelling through classical movement. Pupils in the Pre-Prep learn the basics of classical ballet technique and in the Prep School, begin to work towards ISTD Classical Ballet Examinations from Grade 1 upwards. Imperial Classical Ballet is based on the teaching of the French School at the Paris Opéra. Focusing on encouraging a sound basic technique and an understanding of musical interpretation, it provides the essentials of a pure classical training. It is not compulsory for pupils to take ballet exams, but pupils will be working on the ISTD syllabus in lessons. From Year 3 upwards, Ballet pupils will not be working towards choreography for dance recitals in their ballet lessons due to the commitment, time, and dedication it takes to prepare for ballet examinations.

Please note, exam candidates require knowledge and skill of the previous syllabus for the exam criteria. We advise that ISTD Ballet exam pupils prioritise Ballet session attendance and aim to make-up any missed lessons ahead of exams. Pupils being entered for ballet exams maybe be required to attend additional preparation lessons in the holidays. Parents will be contacted directly regarding ISTD classical ballet examination details.

Hip-Hop

Hip-Hop at Amesbury is taught through a blend of urban styles. Pupils are encouraged to build their freestyle ability in lessons as well as develop upper body strength in order to achieve break dancing freezes and movements. In the studio, pupils learn new commercial sequences incorporating the latest trends and rehearse technical exercises to develop Hip-Hop skills. As pupils move up through the Prep school, as well as developing Hip-Hop technique, pupils learn how to build choreographic skills, analyse street crew formations, and collaborate with others to develop street style choreography.

Modern (Reception-Year 2)

In Modern, our Pre-Prep dancers explore the joy of movement through imagination and music. Pupils develop fundamental dance skills while experimenting with different ways of moving through activities and choreography. Sessions aim to build confidence, creativity, technique, and early performance skills in a fun and supportive environment. Please note that pupils should re-enrol at the end of Year 2 if they wish to join Modern Fusion in the Prep School (Year 3), as it follows a different approach to Modern Dance.

Modern Fusion (Year 3 & 4)

In Modern Fusion, pupils build on their foundational skills by exploring a wider range of movement styles and qualities. Dancers work with music to develop their rhythmic interpretation through movement. Pupils refine their technique while creating and performing more structured sequences. They also develop choreographic skills and use their growing dance knowledge to enhance performance quality and theatrical expression. Please note that Year 4 pupils will automatically enrol in Year 5 Contemporary at the end of the academic year.

Contemporary (Year 5-8)

Contemporary dance almost defies description because it can be balletic or wholly abstract, jazz-influenced or lyrical, structured or unconventional, all of which will be explored through choreography in lessons. In Contemporary at Amesbury, we strive to blend together modern dance pioneers with recent trends under the ever -evolving umbrella of Contemporary. Contemporary gives pupils the freedom to explore movement as an outlet for expression, whilst building the physical skills that underpin the technical foundation to many elements of dance.

Troupe & ADC

Pupils from Year 3–8 are able to audition for a position in Amesbury’s two dance crews at the beginning of each academic year. To gain a position, pupils will be required to participate in a dance workshop in front of an audition panel as well as prepare a one-minute solo piece. As pupils have to prepare a one-minute solo dance to a set piece of music, a deadline is given to sign-up for auditions. The deadline is set to allow all auditionees a fair amount of time to prepare their solo piece, review the audition criteria and to manage audition expectations. If pupils have not signed up by the deadline, then they are not able to audition. Each crew rehearses on alternate Thursday evenings from 5.45–6.45pm, following auditions in the Michaelmas term, and culminates in a performance of their set choreography at the Year 3–8 CCA Dance Production. Troupe (Year 6–8) & ADC (Year 3–5) is aimed at pupils who take technical dance classes, love performance opportunities and are extremely passionate and excited by dance. The two dance companies are a real asset to Amesbury school and always light up the dance studio! There is no charge for this CCA, but it is important that dancers prioritise attendance at the rehearsals to maintain their position in the dance crew.

Dance Scholarship & 1:1 Provision

The Year 7 & 8 Dance Scholarship class takes place on Thursdays from 5:00– 5:45pm and is by invitation only. Miss Carnes will contact parents of selected pupils directly with full details. During these sessions, pupils are supported in developing their technical ability, improvisation, choreographic skills, performance quality, and dance knowledge. Audition and interview skills are also explored in depth. Pupils will choreograph or co-choreograph solo pieces to be used for 13+ auditions. Participants are expected to be working at a minimum of Grade 4 standard and demonstrating strong progress against assessment criteria. For 13+ Dance Scholarships, pupils are guided in creating their own dance portfolio and completing any written elements required as part of the application process. The programme is designed to support pupils’ development both within and beyond the studio. We take great pride in seeing pupils flourish across multiple areas, enriching their overall Amesbury experience and benefiting fully from the opportunities within the Performing Arts department. We aim to support and offer 1:1 audition preparation lesson for pupils who are invited to audition for dance associate programmes, professional productions and senior school 13+ dance scholarships. There is no charge for the Year 7 & 8 Dance Scholarship group class; however, pupils are expected to commit additional time independently to prepare for scholarship applications.

Recitals & Examinations

Parents will be notified of the dates for recital, dance platforms, productions and exams once they are confirmed. For CCA Dance Recitals and shows, tickets will be sold to cover the costs of the production and added to the end of term Fees bill. Pupils may also be required to purchase dance costumes. For pupils who are being entered for ISTD Classical Ballet Examinations, entry fees and the cost of extra rehearsals will be added to your termly bill. All additional costs related to exam preparation and recitals will be communicated to parents prior. 10

Further Information

For Year 3–4 Ballet on a Friday after school, parents or guardians should collect pupils from Mrs Paris at the PAC entrance at the end of their lesson. If pupils from Year 4 are going home in-between the end of the school day and ballet classes instead of ASC, parents or guardians should drop pupils to the PAC at the start of their ballet lesson in ballet uniform. Pupils from Reception–Year 2 will be collected from their classroom (as well as Year 3 Friday ballet pupils) by their dance teacher. Pupils from Years 3–8 should arrive at the PAC or Studio at the start of their lesson where they will be greeted by their teacher. Ballet pupils from Year 5–8 should change in the sports hall changing rooms and keep their ballet uniform on their sports hall pegs. Pupils from Years 3–8 should arrive at the PAC or Studio at the start of their lesson where they will be greeted by their teacher.

Dance Timetable Ballet—Mrs Paris Reception Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

Monday 1.00-1.30pm Monday 12.30-1.00pm Monday 10.40-11.10am Friday 3.45-4.45pm Fridays 4.45-5.45pm Thursday 1.30-2.30pm Fridays 1.30-2.30pm Mondays 1.30-2.30pm Tuesdays 1.30-2.30pm

Modern—Miss Carnes Reception Thursday 1.00-1.30pm Year 1 Wednesday 12.30-1.00pm Year 2 Wednesday 1.00-1.30pm Modern Fusion—Miss Carnes Year 3 & 4 Wednesday 1.30-2.00pm Contemporary—Miss Carnes Year 5 & 6 Monday 10.40-11.10am Year 7 & 8 Wednesday 10.40-11.10am Hip-Hop—Miss Carnes Year 1 & 2 Thursday 12.30-1.00pm Year 3 & 4 Thursday 10.40-11.10am Year 5 & 6 Friday 10.40-11.10am Year 7 & 8 Tuesday 10.40-11.10am Troupe & ADC—Miss Carnes Year 3-8 Alternative Thursdays 5.45-6.45pm Scholarship—Miss Carnes Year 7 & 8 Thursdays 5-5.45pm 11

Dance Uniform

Ballet Please note, our priority is that children feel happy and comfortable in ballet clothing in lessons so please do contact us if you would like your child to wear an alternative ballet uniform. We understand that pupils may wish to wear a ballet outfit that they already have and appreciate that parents might want pupils to wear their current ballet outfit until they have grown out of it. Please note that exact ballet uniform is only required for exams. Ballet Uniform - Reception-Year 2 Pupils are only required to bring in ballet socks and ballet shoes on the day that they have ballet lessons. We suggest canvas or satin ballet shoes.

Ballet Recital Outfits - In November, we have the Reception –Year 2 CCA Dance recital where ballet dancers are required to wear a ballet uniform; parents may be required to purchase this. Details of ballet costumes are sent to parents in advance. Ballet Uniform - Prep School Years 3-8 Please see below the uniform suggested by the ISTD for examinations: It is advised that pupils rehearse in exam uniform, as the more familiar they are dancing in the clothing, the more comfortable they will feel in the exam setting. For lessons, we suggest that pupils purchase a wrap-around cardigan for the colder months and wear non-satin, elastic ballet shoes as these are more durable and practical.

Girls ISTD Ballet Regulation Uniform—Grade 1-5 G1: ISTD sky blue leotard, pink/skin tone ballet socks, blue belt, pink satin ballet shoes G2: ISTD sky blue leotard, pink/skin tone ballet socks, blue belt, pink satin ballet shoes G3: ISTD cherry leotard and belt, pink/skin tone tights, pink satin ballet shoes G4: ISTD purple leotard and belt, pink tights and pink satin ballet shoes G5: ISTD navy blue leotard and belt, pink tights and pink satin ballet shoes Pupils may choose to wear black fitted dance shorts over their leotard for ballet classes if they wish. These can be either: ISTD Unisex Fitted Dance Shorts, or Plain black fitted dance shorts (no logos). For ISTD ballet exams, pupils are also permitted to wear the ISTD Unisex Fitted Dance Shorts over their leotard. *We suggest satin or canvas, elastic ballet shoes for ballet lessons as these are more durable and practical. Satin ballet shoes with ribbons and ballet tights are required for some grades and can be purchased closer to the examination. Parents will be notified of this in advance. Girls are required to wear satin ballet shoes for the examination, as these allow the examiner to see the best articulation and pointe of the foot.

Boys ISTD Regulation Uniform During lessons: White, black or navy t-shirt, black shorts (or Amesbury PE Shorts), white socks, black ballet shoes. In winter: plain black/navy jumper (or Amesbury Sports Jumper). Boys are required to wear a white ballet unitard with black ballet tights or black cycle shorts for ISTD examinations. White socks are required to be worn (including over black ballet tights) and white leather or canvas ballet shoes with elastic. 12

Hip-Hop All pupils – Trainers. Year 7 & 8 will be provided with knee pads or can bring in their own. We ask that female dancers wear shorts underneath any dresses or skirts. Contemporary Dance Footundeez. We ask that female dancers wear shorts underneath any dresses or skirts. Modern & Modern Fusion No footwear required; pupils will dance in bare feet. We ask that female dancers wear shorts underneath any dresses or skirts. Dance Scholarship, Troupe & ADC Dance outfit of choice and trainers. Year 7 & 8 Dance Scholarship pupils should bring ballet shoes to scholarship sessions. We suggest these ballet shoes are different to the ones they use for ISTD ballet classes. Please note that for Hip-Hop, Contemporary, Modern Fusion and Modern Dance classes, pupils may wear the uniform that they arrive at school for that day. We ask that female dancers wear shorts underneath any dresses or skirts. If you would like any assistance sourcing uniform, please contact Mrs Gateshill, our Performing Arts Administrator on: c.gateshill@amesburyschool.co.uk

Fees

Payment for tuition is required each term and will be added to the school bill. Lessons are booked by the term: Term lengths may vary and charges will be adjusted accordingly. From 1st January 2025, all the below prices are exclusive of 20% VAT. Ballet, Hip-Hop, Modern and Contemporary Group Lessons 30 Minute Lesson £10.00 40 Minute Lesson £11.00 45 Minute Lesson £12.50 60 Minute Lesson £14.00 Private Lessons 30 Minute Lesson £25.00 per dancer 40 Minute Lesson £33.50 per dancer 45 Minute Lesson £37.25 per dancer 60 Minute Lesson £50.00 per dancer For CCA Dance Recitals and shows, tickets will be sold to cover the costs of the production and added to the end of term Fees bill. Pupils may also be required to purchase dance costumes. For pupils who are being entered for ISTD Classical Ballet Examinations, entry fees and the cost of extra rehearsals will be added to your termly bill. All additional costs related to exam preparation, recitals, shows etc. will be communicated to parents prior to the event.

PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT M USIC T ECHNOLOGY M:Tech M:Tech is a music and media technology programme where children create exciting music through a series of fun projects — from composing songs in genres like Pop, Rock and Hip-Hop, to creating jingles, sound effects and dialogue for TV adverts, cartoons and radio shows. Suitable for all levels of musical ability, children receive a grade book, certificate and digital download of their composition at the end of term. From September, all M:Tech learners will automatically work towards the ABRSM Creative Musicianship qualification as part of their lessons — an exciting, exam-free pathway focusing on creating, improvising and developing original music. This gives children nationally recognised qualifications while exploring music production, composition and creative technology in a fun and engaging environment. To find out more, visit : www.mtechonline.co.uk/abrsm To register your child, visit : www.mtechonline.co.uk Prep School (Years 3-8) Lessons are available for pupils in Years 3-8 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday lunchtimes. Groups of up to eight children will be allocated upon receipt of numbers; children unsuccessful in securing a place will be added to a waiting list and parents will be kept informed. Reporting The M:Tech Office Team are available for discussion and feedback on pupil progress. Please call 01483 578114 or email: office@MTechonline.co.uk Examinations There are no examinations associated with this group. Additional requirements for tuition None. Fees Tuition charges are £232.00 per term, based on 10 sessions per term. Parents will be billed directly by M:Tech at the start of each term and fees are payable in advance.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & GAMES A MESBURY T ENNIS A CADEMY Andy Warry MPC/PTR PRO : Head Tennis Professional Andy Warry manages the ATA programme with a team of professional coaches that are all LTA & PTR qualified. We offer children from beginner to national level the opportunity of learning tennis from committed, knowledgeable and driven tennis coaches. We have a passion for teaching the game of tennis and bringing out the best in any player. Tennis is a life sport enjoyed by all ages from 2½ to 82½. Tennis offers the complete beginner, and the player that perhaps is a little nervous of contact sport, the perfect balance between competitive/social and simply just good exercise without the rough and tumble. Or the player that wants to stretch themselves into competitive tournament structure and perhaps play for school/ club/county/country. Tennis provides life skills, and provides development of hand and ball skills, fitness, confidence, control, adapting to situations, offensive and defensive play, social skills and a worldwide language.

ATA Coaches & Lessons Andy Warry Mark Edwards Kay Sargent Claire Bertram Justin Worthy Josh Jenkins Adele Tarrant

Head Pro Assistant Head Pro Part time Coach Part time Coach Part time Coach Part time Coach Part time Coach

MPC Level 5 & PTR PRO LTA Level 3 & PTR RPT Stonebridge LTA Level 3 & PTR LTA Level 3 & PTR LTA Level 2 LTA Level 2 PTR

Tuition

Tuition and lessons follow the Traffic Light System of Red/Orange/Green and then progressing to the full game with yellow balls.

Pre-Prep

Pre-Nursery & Nursery Reception Year 1 Year 2 Year 1 & 2

10.00-10.30am 10.00-10.30am 10.40-11.10am 10.40-11.10am 3.30-4.00pm

Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday Friday Monday Wednesday Friday

Prep School (Years 3-8) Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Years 5 Girls Years 6-8

4.00-4.45pm 4.00-5.30pm 4.45-5.45pm 4.45-5.45pm 5.45-7.15pm 4.45-6.15pm

Friday Friday Monday Friday Tuesday * Thursday *

*When applying for these particular group lessons please state if you do not want your child to participate in the optional 30 minute extra for match play.

Advanced & Performance Groups (Invitation only)

Invitation to the Advanced & Performance Groups is intended to provide a supplementary lesson to existing group and/or individual lessons. Year 1 & 2 Year 3 & 4 Year 5 & 6 Year 7 & 8

8.20-8.50am 4.00-5.00pm 5.45-7.00pm 7.20-8.20am

Monday Tuesday Tuesday Thursday

Pickleball Club

Pickleball is an exciting new racket game played indoors or outdoors on a mini tennis court. Suitable for all levels.

Years 4-8

7.45-8.20am

Wednesday

This club is limited to a maximum number of pupils.

Private Lessons

Private lessons are available on a 1:1, 2, 3 or 4 sharing basis. These lessons are available to pupils from Nursery to Year 8 and can be held before school, morning break, lunch break or after school. Lesson times will be arranged to fit in with your child’s timetable.

Competitions & Fixtures

Amesbury School Tennis Championships are for all year groups and begin in the Lent Term, finishing with a Finals Day at the National Training Centre in Roehampton where competition cups are presented. School Tennis Fixtures take place in the Trinity Term in a league or on a friendly school match basis where appropriate. Tennis Leaders LTA Courses run for Year 8 in their last term at school; this is optional but gives them a solid understanding and is the first step of a Tennis Qualification. LTA Tournaments will be arranged where possible for the players to gain tournament experience at the weekends and during the holidays.

Feedback

Coaches are always available to talk to parents regarding progress. Termly written reports are also provided. To contact Andy Warry, please call 07833 467777 or email: a.warry@amesburyschool.co.uk

Fees

Payment is added to the end of term Fee bill.

From 1st January 2025, all the below prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

Group Lessons There are usually no more than eight to ten players per coach, dependent on age and ability; wherever possible tuition is standardised in terms of ability. Costs for lessons are: 30 Minute Lesson £10.00 45 Minute Lesson £12.50 60 Minute Lesson £14.00 75 Minute Lesson £17.50 90 Minute Lesson £21.00 Pickleball Club 35 Minute Lesson £5.50 per session Private Individual Lessons 30 Minute Lesson £25.00 per player 60 Minute Lesson £50.00 per player Private Shared Lessons x2 Sharing—30 Minute Lesson £17.50 per player x3 Sharing—30 Minute Lesson £14.00 per player x4 Sharing—30 Minute Lesson £12.00 per player

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & GAMES J UDO Martin Rance : B.J.A. 5th Dan & Level 3 Coach Judo is a modern Olympic sport invented by a Japanese teacher and is now very popular as a physical education and general fitness training method and fun sport. Amesbury has a long tradition of an exciting and enthusiastic Judo Club. Tuition is provided by Martin Rance, a 5th Dan Black Belt and professional Judo teacher from Pro-Coach Judo, who have been providing a high quality judo service to Amesbury and other schools across the South of England for more than 25 years.

Pre-Prep (Years 1 & 2) Year 1 & 2

Monday 3.30-4.15pm

Prep School (Years 3-8) Year 3 & 4 Years 5-8

Monday 4.15-5.00pm Monday 5.00-5.45pm

Reporting

Pupils’ progress is monitored using in-class gradings. In addition to this system Mr Rance is also available for discussion and feedback on pupil progress. Should you wish to speak to him, please contact procoachjudo@yahoo.co.uk

Examinations

In the sport of judo pupils are graded by coloured belts: white, yellow, orange and so on. Mr Rance will conduct in-class grading assessments in the Spring and Summer terms to award grades. As pupils progress within the school Judo Club, they are awarded a new coloured belt and certificate In order to take part in the grading assessments pupils must obtain a grade record card (£1.50) from Mr Rance. When pupils are awarded a new grade, a new coloured belt and certificate (£6.50) will be available from Mr Rance.

Additional requirements for tuition

All pupils must have a white judo kit, which can be hired from the Judo coach at a cost of £8.00 per term. The cost will be added to the end of term school bill. Should you wish to hire kit please contact procoachjudo@yahoo.co.uk

Fees

Payment is required termly and is added to the end of term school bill one term in arrears. Judo tuition is £103.00 per pupil per term (based on an average of 9 sessions per term). From 1st January 2025, the above prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & GAMES C RICKET N ETS Amesbury Games Department & External Sports Coaches The Amesbury Cricket CCA, run by games staff and external sports coaches is open to children of all abilities in Years 3-8. The club operates during Lent and Trinity Terms only. We aim to help pupils at any stage in their cricketing careers from beginning to County standard and beyond. This CCA gives Amesbury pupils an extra opportunity to hone their cricketing skills. During the darker nights, the club takes place in the Sports Hall using the indoor nets and in late Spring and Summer, the club will be based outside on the pitches to provide match scenarios.

Prep School Year 3 & 4

Fridays 1.15-2.00pm

Years 5-8

Tuesdays 4.40-5.50pm

Session numbers are limited to a maximum number of pupils per group.

Fees Payment will be added to the school bill one term in arrears. The cost is £7.50 per session for Years 3 & 4 and £9.25 per sessions for Years 5-8. From 1st January 2025, the above prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

Currently, this club takes place in Lent Term after the February Half Term and the Trinity Term

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & GAMES F OOTBALL C LUB —P REP Toby Cross Toby is very experienced teaching sport and fully aware how to ensure that children take the maximum from each session: * Ensure sport is fun, competitive, and exciting * Deliver high quality, active sessions * Inspire children through positive experiences of P.E and services Toby works to the highest possible standards; the sole focus is to ensure the children experience sessions focused upon fun, inclusivity, and social awareness while covering all British values.

Prep School Year 3 & 4 Years 5-8

Tuesday 4.00-5.00pm Thursday 4.50-5.50pm

A minimum number of pupils are required for the club to take place. There will be a maximum of 30 pupils per session (split into groups). Places will be allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis and unlucky applicants will be placed on a waiting list.

Fees

Payment is required termly and will be added to the school bill in arrears. Lessons are charged at £9.25 per session. From 1st January 2025, the above prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

This club currently takes place from the start of the Michaelmas Term until the October half term, and then resumes after the February half term until the end of Trinity Term

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & GAMES F OOTBALL C LUB —P RE -P REP Oli Meaker, Little Footy Stars Little Footy Stars takes great pleasure in introducing children into the world of football through enjoyment and active play, giving them a positive and fun experience which we believe will create “a sporting habit for life”. Using our Montessori method of teaching that is based on self-directed activity, hands-on learning and collaborative play. We are able to help each child develop their motor cognitive and social skills which are especially important at a young age. We encourage each child to learn the basics of following instructions and all basic football skills. We learn through our experiences, which involve; group activities, running, dodging, chasing, turn taking & sportsmanship. Most of all we involve everyone, no matter their physical or social ability! More information can be found regarding Little Footy Stars on our website: www.littlefootystars.co.uk

Pre-Prep School Year 1 & 2 Reception

Friday 8.00-8.30am Tuesday 8.00-8.30am

Examinations

There are no examinations.

Fees

Payment is required termly and will be added to the school bill in arrears. Lessons are charged at £5.25 per term, based on 10 sessions per term. From 1st January 2025, the above prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & GAMES A MESBURY G OLF S OCIETY Liphook Golf Pro, Alex Alesbrook & Toby Cross Golf tuition is available for all pupils in Years 3-8 in the Trinity Term. This is a wonderful introduction to the game of golf with first class tuition.

Years 3-5

These sessions will be held at Amesbury, led by Mr Cross and Mr Alesbrook. The sessions will cover the fundamentals of golf, including putting, chipping and ball striking.

Years 6-8

These sessions, held at Liphook Golf Club, will be led by one of the club's Professionals. The program will cover all the fundamental elements of golf including putting, chipping and ball striking, as well as more advanced skills.

Examinations

There are no examinations. Children have the opportunity to enter the Senior and Junior Amesbury Golf Society Competitions which are held towards the end of the Trinity Term, and to participate in occasional inter-school matches.

Additional requirements for tuition

If pupils have their own golf clubs, please bring them to the sessions. Golf clubs will be available to borrow.

Fees

Years 3-5 * Mondays Years 6-8 + Mondays Years 6-8 Fridays

17.00-17.45 17.45-19.15 17.00-18.30

£ 8.25 per session £12.75 per person £12.75 per session

Payment will be added to the school bill one term in arrears. *Year 3 & 4 joiners (not in Judo) will need to book ASC until 17.00 +These Monday sessions are Invitation Only.

Michaelmas & Lent Terms—Year 7&8 (Invitation Only)

During the Michaelmas and Lent Terms, to a small group of Year 7&8 pupils, the opportunity to experience the indoor simulator at Liphook Golf Club. Pre-half term, the sessions will be outside. Post half-term the pupils will split into two groups and attend alternate weeks in the indoor simulator. These high-tech lessons allow the pupils to perfect their swings, refine techniques and practice on virtual courses from around the world.

Fees

Year 7&8 Invitation Mondays

£ 17.50 per session

From 1st January 2025, the above prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

STRATEGIC / EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES C HESS C LUB Roger Abayasekera Chess is one of the most powerful educational tools available to strengthen a child’s mind. Chess enhances concentration, patience, and perseverance, and develops creativity, intuition and memory. Most importantly chess improves the ability to analyse and deduce from a set of general principles and teaches how to make tough decisions and solve problems flexibly. Learning chess allows pupils to foster critical, creative and original thinking.

Pre-Prep Year 1 & 2

Prep School Years 3-8

Monday 4.20-4.50pm Monday 5.00-5.45pm

The chess tutor, Roger Abayasekera, has been a chess enthusiast for over 40 years, during his time as a Physics and Chemistry Teacher. He has beaten several Grand Masters and represented Scotland in the Student Olympiad in Venezuela. Roger has now won many local and international chess tournaments and has Captained the Guildford A Team.

Pupils will be taught to enjoy chess and to improve at their own pace. Chess is fun! Opportunities will be made available for matches against other schools and to play in tournaments. Each year the children enter the UK Chess Challenge tournament. This is the biggest event of its kind in the world, with over 70,000 children taking part. Both groups are limited in numbers: The Pre-Prep group a maximum of 12 pupils and the Prep group a maximum of 20 pupils only. Places are allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis and unlucky applicants will be placed on a waiting list.

Additional requirements for the session There are no additional requirements.

Fees

Payment is required termly and will be added to the school bill in arrears. Lessons are charged based on 10 sessions per term: Year 1 & 2 Years 3-8

£80.00 for 30 minute lessons £90.00 for 45 minute lessons

From 1st January 2025, the above prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

STRATEGIC / EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES T OUCH T YPING TYPING’S COOL Typing’s Cool teaches touch typing to 40+ words per minute using correct fingers and posture. Typing proficiency significantly boosts school and exam attainment. We mix formal technique with the latest app games to make learning to type effective and fun. Flip flying skateboards, zap aliens and collect cool super hero movie outfits while learning an amazing skill. Beginner, improvers and advanced typists are warmly welcome.

Prep School Years 3 & 4 Wednesday 4-4.45pm

There is a maximum of 18 pupils per session. Places will be allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis and unlucky applicants will be placed on a waiting list.

Fees Tuition charges are £122.00 per term, based on 10 sessions per term. Parents will be billed directly by Typingscool at the start of each term, fees are payable in advance.

From 1st January 2025, the above prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

STRATEGIC / EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES E SPORTS Lewis Crowne A strategy-led, team-based club focused on competitive gaming through Rocket League — a fast-paced, vehicle-based sports game that rewards teamwork, communication, and quick decision-making. Pupils will develop vital skills such as collaboration, critical thinking, and performing under pressure in a structured and supportive digital environment. Rocket League has been chosen for its accessibility, age-appropriate content, and strong emphasis on coordination and tactical play. The club is invite-only to ensure a focused and positive experience for all participants.

Prep School Years 7 & 8

Monday 4.40-5.50pm

There is a maximum of 6 pupils per session; invitation only.

Fees Payment is required termly and will be added to the school bill in arrears. Lessons are charged at £127.50 per term based on 10 lessons (£12.75 per session). From 1st January 2025, the above prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

STRATEGIC / EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES S ENIOR R OBOTICS C LUB Lewis Crowne Designed for pupils ready to extend their programming skills, this club builds on classroom learning and offers opportunities to engage with real-world challenges and robotics. A great fit for budding problem-solvers and digital creators.

Prep School Years 5-8

Thursdays 1.15-2.00pm

There is a maximum of 12 pupils per session. Places will be allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis and unlucky applicants will be placed on a waiting list.

Fees Payment is required termly and will be added to the school bill in arrears. Lessons are charged at £95.00 per term based on 10 lessons (£9.50 per session). From 1st January 2025, the above prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

VISUAL & EXPRESSIVE ARTS P OTTERY W HEEL T UITION Michelle Shields Michelle studied at Manchester School of Art and the Royal College of Art. Her work embraces both traditional making skills and digital technology. Michelle's work is exhibited internationally, and her work is held in public and private collections. Michelle has taught at Manchester School of Art & Ceramics at UCA, Farnham. The children will work with an experienced ceramicist to learn and develop pottery skills. Throwing on the wheel, hand-building techniques, decorating and glazing their work plus developing an understanding of the firing cycle for ceramics in the electric kiln. Michelle will introduce her use of 3D printed pottery tools for some making processes. Pupils continuing termly will be able to spend more time on the wheel progressing further with throwing and experimenting with shapes, adding handles and trying new decorating/glazing techniques. The sessions are 30 minutes and take place during Monday lunch time and after school. A maximum of two pupils per session of mixed year groups. Pupils do not need to be same age or gender; however, your son/ daughter is welcome to apply with a buddy. Spaces will be allocated on a first come basis. The session time will be confirmed before the start of term. Pottery is very popular and to ensure all interested pupils are able to experience the Pottery Wheel, attendance may be limited two terms.

Prep School Years 3-8

Monday 1.00-6.00pm

Additional requirements for the session There are no additional requirements.

Fees

Payment will be added to the school bill one term in arrears. The cost is £165.00 per term (£16.50 per session), based on 10 sessions. From 1st January 2025, the above prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

VISUAL & EXPRESSIVE ARTS A RT S CULPTURE C LUB Claire Munro Art Sculpture Club will involve pupils learning about a variety of Sculpture artists, that will inspire them to create a range of collaborative and individual artworks. They will learn how to use a range of materials and techniques to produce 3-dimensional pieces.

Prep School Years 3 & 4

Mondays 4.15-5pm

There is a maximum of 15 pupils per session. Places will be allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis and unlucky applicants will be placed on a waiting list.

Fees Payment is required termly and will be added to the school bill in arrears. Lessons are charged at £100.00 per term based on 10 lessons (£10 per session).

From 1st January 2025, the above prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

VISUAL & EXPRESSIVE ARTS A RT T EXTILES & S TRUCTURE Isabelle Middleton Art Textiles and Structure club will enable pupils, who enjoy creating art, to expand their knowledge in textiles and fabric structures. They will work with a range of different methods to paint, dye, stain, print, loop, twist and knot materials, which become their own designed fabrics. They will then use these personal fabrics to create a range of different structures and practical products. The pupils will create a series of different outcomes covering a range of textile techniques. These techniques include using wax and ink to create batik designs, designing their own blocks to make printed fabric, tie-dye, screen printing, felt making, latch hooking and knotting. Each term, the pupils will use these techniques make a final product. These include drawstring bags, cushions, soft toys, book covers, pencil cases and storage items. If we have time, additional accessories will be created too.

Prep School Years 5 & 6

Thursday 5-5.45pm

Session numbers are limited to 20 pupils per group.

Additional requirements for the session There are no additional requirements.

Fees

Payment will be added to the school bill one term in arrears. The cost is £100.00 per term (£10 per session), based on 10 sessions.

From 1st January 2025, the above prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

VISUAL & EXPRESSIVE ARTS A RTS & C RAFTS Wanda Grosvenor & Clare Lindley Join us for a fun and social arts and crafts class that explores colour, texture and form, where your imagination leads to your creation. The emphasis of these lessons is on helping children to apply their imaginations and gain confidence through their creativity. Each week you will utilise a different media and a new skill in order to create a fun and unique project. The session will begin with the activity being introduced followed by a demonstration, the craft might be either a quick one week project or a more detailed project completed over several weeks. The children are then provided with the materials and assisted as they create their craft which they take home when completed. At each session a “Craft of the Week” is introduced followed by a demonstration. The children are then let loose on the materials and assisted as they create their craft. The projects will be taken home - the aim always is to make them fun and functional for outside the class as well.

Pre-Prep Year 1 & 2

Prep School Year 3 & 4

Wednesday 4-4.45pm or Thursday 4-4.45pm Wednesday 5-5.45pm or Thursday 5-5.45pm

Session numbers are limited to a maximum number of pupils per group.

Additional requirements for the session There are no additional requirements.

Fees

Payment will be added to the school Fees bill one term in arrears. The cost is £100.00 per term (£10 per session), based on 10 sessions. From 1st January 2025, the above prices are exclusive of 20% VAT.

Athletics Club

Hockey

(TRINITY TERM ONLY)

Hockey club is open to Year 3 to Year 8. It is a chance for pupils to develop their skills set in this invasion game and is designed to compliment and extend individuals existing skills learnt in lessons and fixtures.

Giving all pupils in the Prep school (Years 3-8) the chance to supplement their athletics experiences covering both track and field events. Pupils are able to turn up on the day to experience further tuition across a range of athletic disciplines, including hurdles, javelin, long and high jump as well as the track events.

(MICHAELMAS & LENT TERM ONLY)

Pupils can expect to have a go at and also train as specialist positions in the sport, for example goalkeeping. Basic and advance skills are covered in these sessions and include areas such as passing, dribbling, shooting drills as well as competitive match play.

Time:

Year: 3&4—Tuesdays 1-1.30pm Years 5-8—Mondays 1-1.30pm Venue: Astro Teacher: Cheryl Holdstock

Time:

Big Band

Lego Club

This is the school’s premier ensemble for advanced woodwind and brass players in Years 3-8. It is an invitation only ensemble consisting of approximately 12 to 19 musicians. Rehearsal time is heavily weighted towards the learning of contemporary styles such as swing, Latin and funk among others. Performing opportunities include Charity Day Concerts and Speech Day.

Time: Monday 1.15-2.00pm Venue: PAC Teacher: Mark Reynolds

Year: 3 & 4—Mondays 1-1.30pm Years 5-8—Mondays 1.30-2pm Venue: Astro Teacher: Cheryl Holdstock

Lego Construction Club will enable pupils in Years 2-4 who enjoy building structures to expand and promote their knowledge and ability. Pupils will be given weekly or bi-weekly challenges, whether this is independent or collaborative. These challenges will span from simple structures like shapes and houses to different characters or real -world machines. There is a maximum of 20 pupils for Lego club.

Time: Tuesday 16.00-16.45 Venue: VAC Teacher: Claire Munro 31

Podcast Club

Tchoukball

Suitable for pupils in Year 7 who are interested in contributing towards the production of the School’s podcast, AmesBuzz!

Tchoukball is open to Years 5-8. It is a chance for pupils to develop a new sport! The concept of the game is throwing and catching, there is no contact or no interception. They can shoot at both ends and it is a fast and exciting game. The club starts with warm up, developing skills and matches. There are two matches each term against Fareham Tchoukball Club.

If you are interested in any of the following, this club is for you: Developing public speaking skills, setting up tech, using software to edit audio files, organising people and content creation. Pupils will set the agenda, record the content and publish the podcast themselves.

All are welcome and it is a great way to start the week!

Time: Tuesdays 1-1.30pm Venue: Sports Hall Teacher: Sarah Page

Time: Tuesdays 10.30-11.00 Venue: TBC Teacher: Catherine Mulholland

STEM & Community Club

Senior Science Club

We’ll explore exciting STEM challenges, creative projects and meaningful community activities designed to inspire curiosity and teamwork.

The emphasis is on variety and fun.

A fun hands-on club where science, technology and community come together!

This club is to provide young scientists in Years 6-8 with the opportunity to carry out a variety of interesting experiments.

Maximum number of pupils is 10 and places are allocated on a first come basis.

Open to Years 3-5. Maximum number of pupils is 18, places will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis.

Time: Monday 1.30-2.00pm Venue: Junior Science Lab Teacher: Catherine Mulholland & Lucy Noe

Time: Monday 1.30-2.00pm Venue: Senior Science Lab Teacher: Jonathan Lawrence

Athletics Club

Hockey

(TRINITY TERM ONLY)

(MICHAELMAS & LENT TERM ONLY)

Time:

Year: 3&4—Tuesdays 1-1.30pm Years 5-8—Mondays 1-1.30pm Venue: Astro Teacher: Cheryl Holdstock

Time:

Big Band

Lego Club

Time: Monday 1.15-2.00pm Venue: PAC Teacher: Mark Reynolds

Year: 3 & 4—Mondays 1-1.30pm Years 5-8—Mondays 1.30-2pm Venue: Astro Teacher: Cheryl Holdstock

Time: Tuesday 16.00-16.45 Venue: VAC Teacher: Claire Munro 33

Grade V Theory Class

This class is organised to prepare selected pupils in Years 4-8 for Grade V Associated Board of Royal Schools of Church Music Examinations. Pupils are presented for the examination at an appropriate time.

Netball (MICHAELMAS, LENT & TRINITY)

Netball club is open to Year 3 to Year 8. Pupils can expect to spend time playing a range of positions in competitive match play as well as practicing their shooting skills, passing and movement off of the ball. In the older year groups coaches will look to include more aspects of tactical play through the use of set plays all aimed at improving pupils’ overall skills set in the sport.

Time:

Year 3&4— Wednesdays 10.30-11am Years 5-8— Tuesdays 2-2.30pm Venue: Sports Hall Teacher: Miranda Bundy

Time: Arranged subject to demand Venue: Music Room Teacher: Mark Reynolds

Junior Choir

This group is available to all pupils in Years 3 and 4, offering instruction in reading music, voice production and public performance. Performance opportunities include termly Junior Choral Evensongs and Charity Day Concert.

Senior Choir

This choir is available to all pupils in Years 5-8 who enjoy singing. No audition is required for admission to the choir, although a placement into sections based upon vocal range will be made early in the Lent Term. No prior experience or musical study is assumed for new members of the choir.

An intermediate choir with performance opportunities including termly Choral Evensongs, Charity Day Concert, Christmas Events and Harvest Festival.

Time: Tuesday 1.00-1.30pm Venue: Chapel Teacher: Mark Reynolds

Time: Tuesday 1.30-2.00pm Venue: Chapel Teacher: Mark Reynolds

Chapel Choir

Book & Biscuits

The Chapel Choir have a full programme of commitments and sing at all the major school services including Carol and Easter Services. They tour annually, usually at the conclusion of the Lent Term.

This is not a lesson! It’s an opportunity to read together for enjoyment and to develop and share a love of books. We’ll discover new ones together, sharing and discussing personal responses to them. Pupil voice is important, and children will be invited to contribute to the direction of our discussions and chosen books.

An audition only group open to pupils in Years 6-8. Any pupil wishing to audition will be invited to do so at the beginning of the Michaelmas Term.

Books are the keys that unlock the doors to other worlds, and reading is the journey that takes us there. Piers Torday, author of ‘The Last Wild’.

We’ll look at books with and without pictures, stories from different genres and dip into non-fiction and fiction, as well as poetry. We might choose a book to read together or enjoy sharing favourite tales and recommended reads. Time: Thursday 1.00-2.00pm (lunch) Venue: PAC Teacher: Mark Reynolds

Time: Thursday 5-5.45pm—Years 5-8 Venue: Library Teacher: Jo Kean

Authors Assemble!

Touch Rugby

A creative writing club is not a lesson!

(MICHAELMAS & LENT ONLY)

Touch rugby club is open to Year 3 to Year 8. Touch rugby is currently one of the fasting growing sports in the world. Inclusivity and fun are the main themes of this club.

Whether your child is a budding author looking to share their work or they just want to take next steps in creative writing and experiment with words and language, we’d love to see them!

Pupils can expect lots of competitive mini match play as well as footwork drills, ball handling and fun team challenges.

Our creative writing club offers a space to write by theme or genre, inspired by a piece of text or modelled in the style of an author, prompted by an event, a memory or a season.

Time:

Year 3&4—Friday 1-1.30pm Years 5-8—Friday 1.30-2pm Venue: Field Teacher: Alex Alesbrook

Time: Friday 1-1.30pm—Years 6-8 Venue: U3 Teacher: Jo Kean

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June 2026