Amesbury School: Co-curricular Activities

Co-curricular Activites Guide

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

LENT 2023

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.

The purpose of this CCA Booklet is to inform you of the activities on offer at Amesbury.

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

TERMS & CONDITIONS

APPLICATION PROCESS

In order to apply for any Co-Curricular Activity listed in this booklet, please complete the CCA Form on the Parent Portal.

For any additional information regarding Co-Curricular Activities please contact Kim Greenwood on email: co-curricular@amesburyschool.co.uk

ILLNESS / INJURY

Should your child be unable to attend a lesson due to illness or injury, this lesson must be paid for in full. Where long term injury, for example broken arm/leg, has occurred and the lesson can be sold to another child with agreement by the coach/ teacher then no charge will be made.

NON ATTENDANCE DUE TO SCHOOL EVENTS

We endeavour to avoid clashes with Sport Matches and Pupil CCAs, 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 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 are not timetabled or charged for their CCA lesson. If possible, catch-up lessons are offered.

WITHDRAWAL PROCESS

All pupils will continue Co-Curricular Activities from term to term, year on year (see below), unless notice to withdraw is given.

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. If notice is given after the first day of the half term holiday, the lessons will continue and payment will be expected until the end of the following term.

PUPIL BEHAVIOUR

Co-Curricular Activities are deemed a privilege based on the assumption that a child is behaving well in school.

Therefore, 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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Instrumental Tuition

4

LAMDA 6

Music Technology 7 Dance 8 Tennis 13 Football 16 Judo 18 Golf 19

Arts & Crafts 20 Art Textile 22

Pottery Wheel Tuition 23 Yoga Practice 24 Chess Club 25 Coding Club 26 Big Band 27

Tchoukball Sports Club 27 Hockey Sports Club 27 Junior Science Club 28 Senior Science Club 28

Flute Choir 28

Netball Sports Club 28

Senior Choir 29

Junior Choir 29

Chapel Choir 30

Grade V Theory Class 30 String Ensemble 30

PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT

INSTRUMENTAL AND VOICE TUITION

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

Classical Guitar

Cornet Drums

Clarinet

Electric Guitar

Flute French Horn Piano

Percussion Recorder

Saxophone

Tenor Horn Trombone Trumpet Viola Violin 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. Any parent who wishes to commence music lessons for their child prior to Year 1 should email co-curricular@amesburyschool.co.uk

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

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 and are posted in advance, on the music notice board in the Performing Arts Centre. It is the responsibility of the pupil to make the necessary arrangements with subject staff to be excused for a music lesson and to undertake 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, and priority then being given to Year 8 pupils who are sitting Common Entrance and Scholarship examinations.

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

Reporting

Progress is monitored throughout the year and a written report will be included at the end of each term.

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 £22.00 per 30 minute lesson.

PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT

LAMDA

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 Michaelmas 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 £80.00 per term, based on 10 sessions per term (£8.00 per 30 minute lesson).

ERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT

MUSIC TECHNOLOGY

M:TECH

M:Tech is a music and media technology programme in which children create exciting music through a series of fun projects. These range from composing songs in a given genre (e.g. Pop / Rock / Hip-Hop) through to creating jingles, sound effects and dialogue to TV adverts, cartoons and radio shows.

M:Tech is suitable for all levels of musical ability and at the end of term a grade book, certificate and digital download of their composition are sent home so that you can listen to the music your child has created.

Visit www.mtechonline.co.uk to watch a 5 minute video on M:Tech.

Prep School (Years 3-8)

Lessons are available for pupils in Years 3-8 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday lunchtimes. Groups of up to six 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 Education Director is Chris Pietrek. Mr Pietrek is always available for discussion and feedback on pupil progress. Call 01483 578114 or email chris@mtechonline.co.uk.

Examinations

There are no examinations associated with this group.

Additional requirements for tuition None.

Fees

Tuition charges are £190.00 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.

Each session will last for 30 minutes and there are approximately 30 sessions per year.

PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT

DANCE

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 reveals 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 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 see CCA dance pupils perform in recitals throughout the year, Pre-Prep in the Michaelmas term and Prep school in the Trinity term. Teachers are always available to talk to regarding progress so please email Miss Carnes, Head of Dance on c.carnes@amesburyschool.co.uk if you have any questions.

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 in an academic year.

Exams will take place in the Trinity term. Pupils being entered for ballet exams will be required to attend additional preparation lessons in the Easter holidays and the Trinity term.

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. 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 also learn how to build choreographic skills, analyse street crew formations, and collaborate with others to develop street style choreography.

Modern (Reception-Year 4)

In Modern dance at Amesbury, we look at the fundamentals of movement by exploring different qualities and styles necessary for performing to various pieces of music, especially choreographing to music which we know appeals to Amesburians. In the dance studio, pupils are able to develop their ability to control movement and combine sequences that promote awareness of the mechanics of the body and facilitate theatrical expression.

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.

Each crew rehearses on alternative Thursday evenings from 5.45-6.45pm and performs choreography at internal or external dance platforms in the Trinity term.

Troupe & ADC 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.

Dance Scholarship & 1:1 Provision

Year 7 & 8 Dance Scholarship class takes place on Thursdays from 5pm – 5.40pm. During this class, pupils are tutored in technical development, improvisation, choreographic skills, performance development and dance knowledge. Audition and interview skills are also extensively covered in the session. Pupils will choreograph or co-choreograph solo pieces which will be used in 13+ auditions or showcased in Performing Arts events.

If pupils are taking their 13+ dance scholarship, they will be guided in how to create their own dance portfolio or complete any written requirements for the award. The programme helps pupils develop their skills, both in and outside of the dance studio. We enjoy watching pupils flourish in multiple areas as part of the programme, enhancing their Amesbury experience and receiving the benefits of what our Performing Arts department has to offer.

Over the past few years, in addition to dance scholarship preparation for senior schools, we have helped Amesbury pupils successfully audition for the English Youth Ballet, The Royal Ballet, Tring Park, Ballet Boyz and The Centre of Advanced Training. We aim to support and offer 1:1 audition preparation lessons 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 group Year 7 & 8 Dance Scholarship class.

Recitals & Examinations

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.

Further Information

For Year 3–4 Ballet on a Friday after school, parents or guardians should collect pupils from Miss 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.

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.

Dance Timetable

Ballet—Mrs Paris Reception

Monday 1.00-1.30pm

Year 1 Monday 12.30-1.00pm Year 2 Monday 10.30-11.00am Year 3 Friday 3.45-4.45pm Year 4 Friday 4.45-5.45pm Year 5 Thursday 1.30-2.30pm Year 6 Fridays 1.30-2.30pm Year 7 Mondays 1.30-2.30pm Year 8 Tuesday 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 Year 3 & 4 Wednesday 1.30-2.00pm

Contemporary Miss Carnes

Year 5 & 6 Monday 10.30-11.00am Year 7 & 8 Wednesday 10.30-11.00am

Hip-Hop—Miss Carnes

Year 1 & 2 Thursday 12.30-1.00pm Year 3 & 4 Thursday 10.30-11.00am Year 5 & 6 Friday 10.30-11.00am Year 7 & 8 Tuesday 10.30-11.00am

Troupe & ADC Miss Carnes Alternative Thursdays 5.45-6.45pm

Scholarship Miss Carnes Thursdays 5-5.40pm

Dance Uniform

Ballet pupils should bring their ballet uniform in on the day that they have ballet. Uniforms should be kept on school pegs for pupils from Reception – Year 4 and on sports hall pegs from Year 5 – 8. Pupils from Reception – Year 3 will change in their class toilets and be collected by their ballet teacher. Pupils from Year 4 should change in ASC or at home and arrive at the PAC at the start of their ballet lesson. Pupils from Year 6 – 8 should change in the sports hall changing room before and after their ballet lesson.

Ballet Uniform—Reception-Year 2

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.

If parents would like to purchase a new ballet outfit, we suggest the attached leotard and skirts to make changing easy. The ‘Roch Valley Sleeveless ISTD Junior Lycra Leotard with Skirt’ is very simple for young children to put on, along with ballet socks and ballet shoes. For Reception - Pale Pink, Year 1 - Lilac and Year 2Pale Blue.

Alternatively, ballet dancers can wear: t-shirt, black shorts (or Amesbury PE Shorts), white socks, black ballet shoes. In winter: plain black/navy jumper.

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.

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.

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.

Girls ISTD Regulation Uniform

Grade 1: ISTD sky blue leotard, pink tights, blue belt, pink satin ballet shoes

Grade 2: ISTD sky blue leotard, pink tights, blue belt, pink satin ballet shoes

Grade 3: ISTD cherry leotard and belt, pink tights, pink satin ballet shoes

Grade 4: ISTD purple leotard and belt, pink tights and pink satin ballet shoes

Grade 5: Regulation ISTD navy blue leotard and belt, pink tights and pink satin ballet shoes with ribbons.

*A reminder that non-satin, elastic ballet shoes are suggested for ballet lessons as these are more durable and practical. Satin ballet shoes with ribbons can be purchased closer to the examination.

Boys ISTD Regulation Uniform

During lessons: White 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 for ISTD examinations.

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.

Hip-Hop Trainers and knee pads

Contemporary Dance Footundeez

Modern

No footwear required; pupils will dance in bare feet.

Please note that for Hip-Hop, Contemporary and Modern Dance classes, pupils may wear the uniform that they arrive into school for that day.

Dance Scholarship, Troupe & ADC Dance outfit of choice and trainers.

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.

Ballet, Hip-Hop, Modern and Contemporary Group Lessons

30 Minute Lesson £ 8.75 40 Minute Lesson £ 9.50 45 Minute Lesson £10.25 60 Minute Lesson £11.75

Private Lessons

30 Minute Lesson £20.50 per dancer 40 Minute Lesson £27.25 per dancer 45 Minute Lesson £30.50 per dancer 60 Minute Lesson £40.50 per dancer

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & GAMES

AMESBURY TENNIS ACADEMY

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 Head Pro MPC Level 5 & PTR PRO

Mark Edwards Assistant Head Pro LTA Level 3 & PTR RPT Stonebridge

Kay Sargent Part time Coach LTA Level 3 & PTR

Claire Bertram Part time Coach LTA Level 3 & PTR

Justin Worthy Part time Coach LTA Level 2

Josh Jenkins Part time Coach LTA Level 2

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

10.00-10.30am Tuesday & Thursday

Reception 10.00-10.30am Friday

Year 1 10.30-11.00am Monday

Year 2 10.30-11.00am Wednesday

Year 1 & 2 3.45-4.15pm Tuesday

Prep School (Years 3-8)

Year 3 4.00-4.45pm Tuesday

Year 4 4.15-5.45pm Tuesday

Year 5 5.45-6.45pm Monday

Years 6-8 5.45-7.15pm Tuesday * 4.45-6.15pm 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 4 4.00-5.30pm Friday

Year 5 & 6 5.45-7.15pm Tuesday

Years 6-8 7.20-8.20am Thursday

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.

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:

Pre-Prep School per player: £ 6.50 (30 minutes) £ 8.50 (45 minutes)

Prep School per player: £ 7.00 (45 minutes) £ 9.50 (1 hr) £14.50 (1½ hrs)

Private Lessons (30 minute duration):

Individual lesson: £20.50

x2 sharing: £12.00 per player

x3 sharing: £ 9.00 per player

x4 sharing £ 7.00 per player

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 a judo black-belt and professional teacher from ProCoach Judo, a company 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 3.45-4.15pm

Prep School (Years 3-8)

Year 3 & 4 Monday 4.15-5.00pm

Years 5-8 Monday 5.00-5.45pm

Reporting

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

Examinations

In the sport of judo pupils are graded by coloured belts: white, yellow, orange and so on. As pupils progress within the school judo club Mr Rance will conduct in-class grading assessments to award grades. In order to take part in the grading assessments pupils must have a grade record card (£1.50) from Mr Rance. When pupils are awarded a new grade, a new coloured belt and certificate (£6.50) wil 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 £88.00 per pupil per term.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & GAMES

FOOTBALL CLUB—PRE-PREP

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 Tuesday 8.00-8.30am Reception Friday 8.00-8.30am

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.

Examinations

There are no examinations.

Fees

Payment is required termly and will be added to the school bill in arrears. Lessons are charged at £42.50 per term based on 10 lessons (£4.25 per session).

FOOTBALL CLUB—PREP

Toby Cross, JC Sports

JC Sports have many years experience 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

JC Sports ensure their coaches always work 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.

More information is available on the CM Sports website: jc-sportsonline.com

Prep School

Year 3 & 4 Tuesday 4.00-5.00pm

Years 5-8 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.

The club 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.

Examinations

There are no examinations.

Fees

Payment is required termly and will be added to the school bill in arrears. Lessons are charged at £77.50 per term based on 10 lessons (£7.75 per session).

OLF

Hindhead Golf Club Pro

Golf tuition is available for all pupils in Years 3-8 in the Trinity Term. Lessons are taught by Golf Professionals at Hindhead Golf Club. This is a wonderful introduction to the game of golf with first class tuition from fully qualified teaching professionals at a fraction of the cost of normal one-on-one lessons.

Prep School (Years 3-8)

Lesson times are as follows (subject to availability):

Monday 5.00-6.00pm & 6.00-7.00pm

Friday 5.00-6.00pm & 6.00-7.00pm

Reporting

The Golf Professionals welcome communication and are happy to feed back progress upon collection of the pupil at the end of the session.

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

Pupils taking part in golf lessons should arrive at their lesson dressed in School uniform, trainers and waterproof jacket.

Golf clubs can be borrowed from the golf course or can be the pupil’s own set.

Fees

Payment will be added to the school bill one term in arrears. A minimum number of participants are required for the lessons to take place and there are limited places per session. The cost of these lessons will be confirmed early in the Trinity Term.

ISUAL & EXPRESSIVE ARTS

ARTS & CRAFTS

Mandhi Freeland

Join us for a fun and social arts and crafts class that explores colour, texture and form, where your imagination leads to your creation.

Mandhi Freeland’s background is design orientated with an A level in Art and Textile Design, an OND in General Art & Design and an HND in Graphic Design. Mandhi has held many design roles over the past years.

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 Thursday 4.00-4.45pm

Prep School Year 3 & 4 Thursday 5.00-5.45pm

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 bill one term in arrears. The cost is £90.00 per term, based on 10 sessions (£9.00 per child per session).

ART TEXTILE

Kitty Hatcher

Art Textile clubs will allow pupils who enjoy their art learning to gain hands on experience with a range of different textile techniques. We will work on different products such as tie-dye fabric, batik and felt fibres and weave.

The methods we cover will allow the pupils to create items such as pillows, drawstring bags, t-shirts and decorative pieces.

Prep School

Years 5-8 Thursday 5.00-5.45pm

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 £50.00 per term, based on 10 sessions (£5.00 per session).

POTTERY WHEEL TUITION

Andrea Greenslade

The children will work with an experienced Potter to learn and develop pottery skills. Throwing on the wheel, painting and glazing their work and developing an understanding of the firing cycle for their pots.

The sessions are 30 minutes and take place during 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.

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 glazing techniques.

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 £140.00 per term, based on 10 sessions (£14.00 per session).

WELL-BEING

YOGA PRACTICE

Kate Thompson

Yoga is a fantastic way to slow down, reduce stress, manage anxiety and learn to be more mindful, not forgetting the more physical benefits of improving strength and flexibility, coordination and balance.

The yoga sessions will be both playful and calming, with a variety of activities and routines to suit the children.

Prep School

Years 5-8 Tuesday 5.00-5.45pm

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 £80.00 per term, based on 10 sessions (£8.00 per session).

C

HESS CLUB

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 Monday 4.20-4.50pm

Prep School

Years 3-8 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 £60.00 for 30 minute lessons (£6.00 per session)

Years 3-8 £65.00 for 45 minute lessons (£6.50 per session)

CODING CLUB

Lewis Crowne

Code Club is for children who are interested in learning to design and code computer games. They will learn how to create their own worlds and develop characters to carry out missions there.

Attendance at Code Club does not assume a level of coding ability, just an interest in programming.

The languages used are not those used in the Computing curriculum; the sessions will, however, help to grow skills covered in the lessons.

Year 3 and 4 will use Kodu to create games that can be played on the laptop. Years 5-8 will have the opportunity to use Kodu but will also use Minecraft Education Edition, a version of Minecraft in which users write code to control the characters and worlds.

Prep School

Years 3 & 4 Wednesday 4-5pm

Years 5-8 Tuesday 4:55-5:55pm

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.

Examinations

There are no examinations, the objective is to nurture an interest in computer science and build a portfolio of projects that you can play with your children.

Fees

Payment is required termly and will be added to the school bill in arrears. Lessons are charged at £50.00 per term based on 10 lessons (£5.00 per session).

Tchoukball

Tchoukball is open to Years 6, 7 and 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.

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

Hockey

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.

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.

Year: 3 & 4

Time: Monday 7.30-8.15am

Venue: Sports Hall Teacher responsible: Sarah Page

Time: Monday 1.00-1.30pm Venue: Astro Teacher responsible: Cheryl Holdstock

Big Band

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.

Hockey

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.

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: Monday 1.15-2.00pm

Venue: PAC Teacher responsible: Mark Reynolds

Year: 5-8

Time: Monday 1.30-2.00pm

Venue: Astro Teacher responsible: Cheryl Holdstock

Junior Science Club

This club is to provide young scientists in Years 4 & 5 with the opportunity to carry out a variety of interesting experiments.

The emphasis is on variety and fun.

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

Year 4 - Michaelmas & Trinity Terms

Year 5 - Lent & Trinity Terms

Time: Monday 1.30-2.00pm

Venue: Junior Science Lab Teacher responsible: Jonathan Lawrence

Netball

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.

Senior Science Club

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

The emphasis is on variety and fun.

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

Year: 5-8

Time: Tuesday 1.00-1.30pm

Venue: Sports Hall Teacher responsible: Louise Williams

Time: Monday 1.30-2.00pm

Venue: Senior Science Lab Teacher responsible: Jonathan Lawrence

Flute Choir

Flute Choir is an ensemble of flautists from pre-Grade 1 standard upwards.

The repertoire is drawn from classical music to film and musical medleys.

Time: Tuesday 10.40-11.10am

Venue: Music Room Teacher responsible: Sarah Craven

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 responsible: Mark Reynolds

Trampolining

Trampolining club is open Year 5-8 and has limited numbers each half term. This club is an introduction to basic trampolining including how to stop safety and bounce accurate.

Pupils will be taught basic shapes such as tuck, pike and straddle, seat landings, twists and front landings. These skills will then form the basis for pupils to choreograph their own, personalised 10 bounce routine.

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

Netball

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: Wednesday 7.30-8.15am

Venue: Sports Hall Teacher responsible: Lauren Dover

Year: 3 & 4

Time: Wednesday 10.30-11.00am Venue: Sports Hall Teacher responsible: Louise Williams

Chapel Choir

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.

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.

Touch Rugby

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.

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

Time: Thursday 1.00-2.00pm (lunch)

Venue: PAC Teacher responsible: Mark Reynolds

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.

Time: Friday 1.00-1.30pm

Venue: Field Teacher responsible: Alex Alesbrook

String Ensemble

The String group is an ensemble of any string instrument.

An invitation only group open to pupils in any year from pre-grade standard upwards.

Time: Arranged subject to demand

Venue: Music Room Teacher responsible: Mark Reynolds

Time: Arranged subject to demand Venue: TBC Teacher responsible: Catherine Lett