CO-CURRICULAR
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BLENHEIM’S CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME Co-Curricular activities complement classroom learning and reinforce academic subjects whilst also developing broader life skills. At Blenheim the Co-Curricular offer is extensive and has grown over time to be a feature of the school. There are a number of benefits of Co-Curricular engagement including personal growth and leadership development. Captaining a Sports Team or leading a School activity takes students out of that comfort zone and challenges them. The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award for example, fosters responsibility and sound decisionmaking, often in difficult circumstances. Another benefit relates more directly to academic improvement and focus. Where a student is a member of a Drama production, a musical choir or a Model United Nations team they learn that to be successful they must manage time effectively, problem solve and be disciplined. Another feature is the development of teamwork and resilience. In team activities students learn to rely on and trust each other. They experience the joy of winning and the disappointment of losing. The Performing Arts encourages collaboration and mutual respect. If a student forgets a line in a play or misses a note in an ensemble they learn perseverance, innovation and humility.
Co-Curricular engagement also provides students with an ‘edge’ when applying for University or employment. Admissions officers and employers value well-rounded individuals who have a healthy perspective and who have developed skills that help them navigate the challenges of University or the workplace. Blenheim is aspirational for its students. Part of this involves the development of students’ Cultural Capital which refers to the essential and desirable knowledge, skills and behaviours that young people need to be successful in life. Knowing how to behave and how to conduct themselves is part of students’ development as they prepare to take their place in society. The natural challenges, social interactions and discursive opportunities that CoCurricular activites provide promote this development. Blenheim’s Co-Curricular offer is divided into the following categories; Sports Clubs, School Clubs, House Events, the Blenheim Ambition Dance Academy, Drama and Theatre, School Trips, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, School Leadership, the Arete Partnership and the High Performers’ Pathway.
SPORTS CLUBS For sports players, Blenheim offers a wide range of sports to suit all interests and abilities. These include team sports such as Football, Rugby, Netball, Basketball, Rounders and Dodgeball alongside individual activities like Athletics, Tennis, Badminton and Table Tennis. There are also recreational and developmentfocused clubs, ensuring that both beginners and experienced athletes can participate, improve and enjoy their sport. Alongside this, a comprehensive fixture list enables students to represent
Blenheim against local schools, as well as in District and National competitions. These matches and competitions provide extensive opportunities for students to develop their skills, experience competition and achieve success, while also enhancing their overall school experience. Typically, clubs run weekly and are led by experienced staff, with pathways available for students who wish to progress to higher levels of competition. Each year several students are selected to represent District and County teams.
SPORTS CLUBS 2025/26
The timetable below lists all Sports Clubs available throughout the year, with some clubs offered on a seasonal basis.
ACTIVITY
VENUE
DAY
TIME
YEAR
Boys’ Football
Field/ Astro
Monday
After school
7-8
Athletics*
Field
Monday
After school
7-10
Golf*
Field
Monday
After school
7-10
Horse Riding
Horton
Monday
After school
7-10
Dodgeball
Sports Hall
Monday
Before school 7-8
Netball
MUGA^
Monday
After school
7-13
Tennis*
MUGA^
Monday
After school
7-10
Tennis*
MUGA^
Tuesday
Before school 7-10
Badminton & Table Tennis Sports Hall
Tuesday
Before school 9-11
Boys’ Football
Field/ Astro
Tuesday
Before school 9-10
Boys’ Rugby
Field
Tuesday
After school
7-10
Girls’ Football
Astro
Tuesday
After school
7- 8
Rounders*
Field
Tuesday
After school
7- 8
Volleyball
Sports Hall
Wednesday Before school 7-10
Boys’ Football
Field/ Astro
Wednesday Before school 7-8
Girls’ Basketball
Sports Hall
Wednesday Before school 7-13
Golf*
Driving Range Wednesday After school
Golf*
Field
7-13
Thursday
Before school 7-10
Badminton & Table Tennis Sports Hall
Thursday
Before school 7-8
Boxercise
Sports Hall
Thursday
Before school 7-11
Girls’ Rugby
Field
Thursday
After school
7-10
Yr9/ 10 Football
Field/ Astro
Thursday
After school
9-10
Mixed Cricket*
Field
Thursday
After school
7-10
Rounders*
Field
Thursday
After school
9-10
Boys’ Basketball
Sports Hall
Friday
Before school 9-10
Girls’ Football
Field/ Astro
Friday
Before school 7-8
Boys’ Basketball
Sports Hall
Friday
After school
7- 8
Girls’ Football
Astro
Friday
After school
9-10
* Summer Term activities ^Multi Use Games Area
FIXTURE LIST 2025/26 UP TO 31/5/26 COMPETITION
YR
OPPONENT
NSSSA Girls’ Netball Tournament
8
Rosebery
5th
NSSSA Schools’ Football League
10
Ashcombe
W3-2
Surrey Basketball Cup
U13
Wimbledon College L32-16
NSSSA Boys’ Football Tournament
7
Three Rivers
3rd
NSSSA Boys’ Rugby Tournament
7
Hinchley Wood
No placings
National Schools’ Football
10
Overton Grange
W5-3
Boys’ Rugby Festival
U12
RGS Guildford
No placings
NSSSA Schools’ Netball League
7
Esher
W12-3
Girls’ National Schools’ Netball League U12
Orleans Park
W4-2
NSSSA Girls’ Football Tournament
9&10
Three Rivers
1st
Surrey Basketball League
U13
Woking
L94-11
NSSSA Girls’ Netball Tournament
7
Rosebery
2nd
NSSSA Boys’ Football Tournament
9&10
Three Rivers
4th
NSSSA Schools’ Netball League
8&9
Esher
Y8 L16-12/ Y9 L8-5
NSSSA Girls’ Schools’ Football league
8
Ashcombe
W2-1
Surrey Football Cup Semi-Final
11
Priory
W14-0
Boys’ National Schools’ Football Cup
9
Oaks Park
L6-1
Surrey Basketball League
10
Woking
W53-51
NSSSA Girls’ Football Tournament
7
Epsom & Ewell
1st
Surrey Basketball Cup
9&10
Rutlish school
W61-47
NSSSA Boys’ Football Tournament
8
Three Rivers
2nd
NSSSA Netball League
7
Ashcombe
7A L29-9/ 7B L9-5
National Schools’ Cup Football
10
Wimbledon College L3-1
NSSSA Girls’ Football Tournament
7&8
Three Rivers
3rd
Surrey Basketball League
7&8
Hollyfield
L70-50
Girls’ National Schools’ Cup Football
7
Grey Court
L12-0
NSSSA - North Surrey Schools’ Sports Association
RESULT
COMPETITION
YR
OPPONENT
RESULT
NSSSA Netball League
7
Rosebery
W6-2
NSSSA Football League
9
Ashcombe
W2-0
NSSSA Football League
7
Ashcombe
W2-1
NSSSA Boys’ Football Tournament
8
NSSSA Schools
1st & 2nd
NSSSA Girls’ Football League
7
Ashcombe
W2-0
NSSSA Boys’ Football Tournament
7
NSSSA Schools
1st & 4th
NSSSA Netball League
10&11 Three Rivers
L16-8
Surrey Basketball League
9&10
St Bedes
L36-32
NSSSA Football League
7
Therfield
W5-0
NSSSA Netball league
10&11 Hinchley Wood
D5-5
NSSSA Girls’ Netball Tournament
7
NSSSA Schools
5th & 7th
NSSSA Netball League
7
St Andrews
L7-6
NSSSA Football League
8
Therfield
D2-2
Surrey Basketball League
7&8
Chessington
L71-15
NSSSA Badminton Tournament
9
NSSSA Schools
2nd place
Surrey Basketball League
7&8
Rutlish School
L49-8
NSSSA Football League
9
Therfield
W1-0
NSSSA Football League
8
Ashcombe
L5-3
NSSSA Girls’ Netball Tournament
9
NSSSA Schools
5th place
Surrey Basketball Cup
9&10
Southborough
L69-42
NSSSA Girls’ Football League
8
Ashcombe
W7-1
Boys’ National Schools’ Football Cup
7
Rutlish
W3-0
Surrey Basketball League
7&8
Ashcombe
W24-14
Boys’ National Schools’ Football Cup
7
Wycombe
L2-1
Surrey Basketball League
10
Hollyfield
L65-41
Surrey Basketball League
7&8
St Andrews
L54–8
Surrey Girls’ Basketball Tournament
9&10
Woking
4th place
Surrey Basketball League
10
Ashcombe
W42-40
COMPETITION
YR
OPPONENT
RESULT
NSSSA Netball League
11
St Andrews
L21–4
NSSSA Football League
10
Raynes Park
L1–0
Surrey Girls’ Basketball Tournament
7&8
Woking
4th place
NSSSA Girls’ Surrey Football League
9
Epsom & Ewell
L3-1
Surrey Basketball League
7
Epsom & Ewell
W29-16
NSSSA Netball League
8&9
Three Rivers
Y8 W26-0 Y9 W14-13
NSSSA Girls’ Football League
7
Rosebery
D2-2
Surrey Basketball League
10
Epsom & Ewell
W46-36
NSSSA Netball League
7
Epsom & Ewell
W16-2
NSSSA Football League
10
Therfield
W2-1
NSSSA Rugby League
7&8
Esher
W56-28
Surrey Basketball League
7
Glyn
W26-19
NSSSA Girls’ Football League
7&8
St Andrews
Y7 L3-1 Y8 W7-4
Surrey Basketball League
10
St James’
W20-0
Surrey Basketball League
7&8
Hampton
W20-0
Surrey Basketball League
10
Hampton
W20-0
NSSSA Football League
10
St Andrews
W3-2
Rugby 7s Tournament
10
Caterham
3rd in group
Rugby 7s Tournament
7
Wimbledon
6th in group
NSSSA Football League
9
Ashcombe
W4-1
Surrey Basketball League
7
Hollyfield
W32-4
NSSSA Football League
9
Esher
W5-0
Surrey Basketball League
10
Glyn
W77-54
NSSSA Basketball Tournament
7
Ashcombe
1st place
NSSSA Basketball Tournament
10
Three Rivers
1st place
NSSSA Netball Finals
7
Rosebery
W7-6
Surrey Football Cup – Final
11
Three Rivers
Winners
NSSSA Athletics
8
NSSSA Schools
Girls 1st, Boys 3rd
NSSSA Boys’ Rounders Tournament
10
NSSSA Schools
2nd place
SCHOOL CLUBS School Co-Curricular clubs play a vital role in broadening students’ experiences complementing physical activity, offering opportunities to explore creativity, academic interests and personal passions. At Blenheim, there are a wide variety of such clubs. For example, creative and expressive options such as Musical Theatre, Sketch and Ink, Masterchef Squad and Film Club allow students to develop confidence, performance skills and creativity, while Music-based groups like Choir and Band provide opportunities for collaboration and artistic expression. In addition, the Summer Arts Evening, the Christmas Carol Concert and the annual Arete Music Event provide Blenheim’s musicians with a platform to demonstrate their musical abilities whilst creating memorable and whole school moments.
Alongside the Arts, there are also many intellectually stimulating and hobbybased clubs available. Students can take part in activities such as Chess Club, Enterprise and Homework or Study Clubs, as well as more specialist groups like Craftivism, Literature Society, or even niche interests such as Dungeons and Dragons and Science-focused clubs. These clubs help students’ build Problem-Solving skills, independence and teamwork, while also providing a relaxed and enjoyable environment to pursue new interests or deepen existing ones with like-minded peers. The wide range of School clubs ensures an enriching school experience, that helps support students’ personal development.
SCHOOL CLUBS 2025/26
The timetable below lists all School Clubs available throughout the year, with some clubs offered on a seasonal basis.
ACTIVITY
VENUE
DAY
TIME
YEAR
Chess
Frank
Monday
Break 2
7,-11
Choir
Clapton
Monday
Break 2
7-13
Christian Union
Turing
Monday
Break 2
7-13
Darts
Plato
Monday
Break 2
11-13
Geo Genius Club
Attenborough
Monday
Break 2
7-8
Horrible Histories
Boserup
Monday
Break 2
7-8
Jumelage Scolaire
Lorca
Monday
Break 2
9-10
Maths Paper Club
Galois
Monday
Break 2
10-11
Sketch & Ink Club
Curie
Monday
Break 2
7-13
Science Club
Winston/Curie
Monday
After school
7-11
Band Club
Clapton
Monday
After school
10
DT Club
DT
Monday
After school
8
Model United Nations
Bevan
Monday
After school
7-13
Photography Club
Foster
Monday
After school
7-13
Science Club
Winston/Curie
Monday
After school
7-11
Chinese Checkers
Gauss
Tuesday
Break 2
7-13
Dungeons and Dragons
Agard
Tuesday
Break 2
7-13
Homework Support
Pascal
Tuesday
Break 2
9-11
Lego Club
Turing
Tuesday
Break 2
7-10
Spanish Conversation Club
Peron
Tuesday
Break 2
10-11
Advanced Physics Society
Fleming
Tuesday
After school
10, 12 & 13
Art, Design & Graphics Club
Foster
Tuesday
After school
7-11
GCSE / A Level DT Club
Woolvet
Tuesday
After school
9-12
Card Games
Piaf
Tuesday
After school
7
Master Chef Squad
Oliver
Tuesday
After school
7-8
Musical Theatre
Frampton
Tuesday
After school
7-13
GCSE Portuguese
Piaf
Tuesday
After school
9-10
Orbyts Club
Berners-Lee
Tuesday
After school
10-12
Theatre in the Community
Frampton
Tuesday
After school
7-13
ACTIVITY
VENUE
DAY
TIME
YEAR
Literature Society
Blake
Wednesday Break 2
9-13
Further Maths
Newton
Wednesday Break 2
10-11
Maths Club for High Performers Newton
Wednesday Break 2
7-9
Homework Support
Pascal
Wednesday Break 2
9-11
Literature Society
Blake
Wednesday Break 2
9-13
Social Science Debate Club
Milgram
Wednesday Break 2
11-13
Sixth Form Wellbeing Club
Kroto
Wednesday Break 2
12-13
GCSE/ BTEC Rehearsals
Dance Studio
Wednesday After school
Invite only
GCSE Breakfast Club
Boserup
Thursday
Before school 11
EAL Club
Young
Thursday
Break 2
7-13
Enterprise
Branson
Thursday
Break 2
9-13
Gaming Club
Babbage
Thursday
Break 2
9-11
Homework Support
Pascal
Thursday
Break 2
9-11
The Blenheim Chronicles
Rossetti
Thursday
Break 2
7-13
Travel Club
Branson
Thursday
Break 2
9-13
Cooking for University
Rhodes
Thursday
After school
12-13
STEM Car
DT
Thursday
After school
7-10
Theatre in the Community
Frampton
Thursday
After school
7-13
Draughts Club
Pacal
Friday
Break 2
7-13
Filming Club
Armitage
Friday
Break 2
7-13
History Club
Parks
Friday
Break 2
7-11
Islamic Ethics Club
Dance Studio
Friday
Break 2
7-13
KS3 Blenheim Book Club
Library
Friday
Break 2
7-8
Textiles Club
Burton
Friday
After school
11
Craftivism
Burton
Friday
After school
7, 8, 9 & 12
School Partnership in France
Lorca/ Zola
Friday
After school
9-10
London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) and Peripatetic music lessons are bookable termly and are by appointment throughout the school day.
THE HOUSE SYSTEM The Blenheim House System comprises four houses; Nashwan, Octavius, Sinndar and Tulyar. All these houses and indeed Blenheim High School are named after Derby winners. The System allows students to contribute points towards their House’s total
number of House Points. Each year, there is a calendar of events and competitions that run across Key Stages. Each House has a member of teaching staff who is Head of House and each year group has designated House Captains who participate in and assist with the smooth running of events.
HOUSE EVENTS 2025/26 AUTUMN TERM
SPRING TERM
SUMMER TERM
Football
Public Speaking
Masterchef Competition
Socrative Quiz
Photography/Digital Art
Drama
Talent Show
Basketball
Rounders
Creative Writing
Music
Socrative Quiz
Netball
World Book Day Quiz
Sports Day
Primary School Sports Day Dodgeball
THE BLENHEIM AMBITION DANCE ACADEMY The Blenheim Ambition Dance Academy, launched in September 2022, is a partnership between Blenheim High School and Ambition School of Dance offering Lyrical, Contemporary, Commercial and Acro classes for all year groups. The Academy provides high quality Dance teaching for over 110 students resulting in excellent levels of student learning and performance. International Dance Teachers’ Association (IDTA) qualified coaches provide medal testing and numerous performance opportunities. Blenheim offers an extensive subsidised Dance Co-Curricular programme which runs through the entirety of the academic year. Students in all year groups are able to join the Blenheim Ambition Dance Academy and separately audition to be part of the Elite Dance Teams who compete at both regional and national level. Students have the opportunity to perform in the annual Blenheim Dance
Show as well as in Regional and National events. There are also opportunities for school trips to watch live performances in theatres. Our boys’ only Dance club is growing and the Academy remains fully inclusive, which showcases the #TeamBlenheim community, as students across different year groups work towards a common goal. Recent successes across different age groups and categories include; • Great Big Dance Off Regional champions in 2020 and 2024 and runners up in 2023, 2024 and 2025. • Great Big Dance Off National Competition 13th place in 2024 and 15th place in 2025. • Stars of Tomorrow Champions and runners up in 2024 and runners up and 4th place in 2025. • Spirit of Dance Regional Champions 2026. • Gordon’s National Dance Competition Champions 2025.
DANCE TIMETABLE 2025/26 ACTIVITY
VENUE
DAY
TIME
YEAR
KS3 Dance Competition
Dance Studio Monday
After school 7-8
KS4/5 Dance Competition
Dance Studio Monday
After school 9-13
Boys’ Hip Hop/Street Dance
Dance Studio Tuesday
After school 7-13
GCSE/BTEC Rehearsals
Dance Studio Wednesday After school Invitation only
Contemporary & Skills/Tricks Dance Studio Thursday
After school 7-13
Girls’ Hip Hop/Street Dance
Main Hall
After school 7-13
GCSE Rehearsals
Dance Studio Friday
Friday
After school 11
DRAMA & THEATRE The Drama department has grown in recent years both in terms of staff members and the number of students who engage in Co-Curricular.
audiences. These lessons complement academic learning and contribute significantly to students’ personal development and future success.
Students actively engage with CoCurricular London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) lessons, developing their confidence, communication skills, and performance abilities beyond the classroom. Through structured tuition in speaking, acting and public performance, students are encouraged to challenge themselves, build resilience and express their creativity.
Blenheim’s biennial Drama Production takes place at Leatherhead Theatre, a grade II listed building that caters for up to 530 spectators. Typically, over 100 students are involved in each production with cast selection and rehearsals lasting for several months in the lead up to ‘show week’. As students move through the school they typically secure increasingly significant parts in each production thus leaving a legacy for younger students to follow.
Participation in LAMDA examinations provides valuable opportunities for students to gain nationally recognised qualifications while enhancing their selfesteem, presentation skills and ability to communicate effectively with a range of
The set and props for the production come straight from the West End and help professionalise what is already an impressive whole school event.
RECENT PRODUCTIONS
PARTICIPATING STUDENTS
Beauty and the Beast
170
My Fair Lady
120
The Sound of Music
110
The Wizard of Oz
95
Oliver Twist
90
Into the Woods
100
SCHOOL TRIPS School Trips, events and Residential Visits are an important part of the overall development of any student. Trips are arranged to complement the curriculum and are enjoyed by students.
in various areas of the Curriculum. Blenheim’s proximity to London and the Home Counties ensures that students benefit from unique and varied excursions.
School Trips are important for a number of reasons. Not only do they tend to live long in the memory but they have the potential to ignite student interest
A large number of trips run across the curriculum and across Key Stages. No student is ever prevented from going on a trip due to financial difficulties.
TRIP NAME
DESCRIPTION OF TRIP
Othello
A Theatre trip to see a performance of Shakespeare’s classic at the Theatre Royal Haymarket.
Royal Geographical Society
A trip to The Royal Geographical Society in Kensington. Students experience three subject knowledge focused lectures on Hazards, Changing Places and the Global Governance.
Stranger Things
A Theatre trip to see this award winning production at the Pheonix Theatre, London.
Science Live
A Science trip to Apollo Victoria Theatre providing students with the chance to hear from elite Scientists working at the cutting edge of their disciplines
Wicked
A Music trip to see this engaging Musical Theatre production of Wicked at Apollo Victoria Theatre.
Kew Gardens
A Biology Field Studies trip focusing on Biological diversity.
Warner Brothers Studio
A trip to Warner Brothers studios to see sets, props, costumes and processes involved in adapting Harry Potter, one of the most successful book series of all-time, into an equally successful film series.
Les Miserables
A Music trip to see this Musical Theatre production of Les Miserables at London’s Sondheim Theatre.
J.S. Bach Concert
A Music trip to a J.S. Bach concert at St. Martin-in-the-Fields overlooking Trafalgar Square.
Pulse Netball
A Netball trip to see London Pulse v Manchester Thunder in a Super League Match at the Copper Box Arena in the Olympic Park.
British Film Institute
A Media trip to The British Film Institute on the Southbank to hear from Media professionals who specialise in particular areas of the Curriculum.
Poetry Live
A Poetry Live! Event at the Dominion Theatre.
TRIP NAME
DESCRIPTION OF TRIP
Geneva European Council for Nuclear Research (CERN)
A Residential trip to CERN, Geneva, providing students with the opportunity to explore a world-renowned centre of scientific discovery, home to the Large Hadron Collider, the world’s largest and most powerful particle accelerator.
The Life of Christ - A trip to Wintershall’s performance of The Life of Christ offering significant Wintershall insight into Christianity. Kew Gardens
A trip to Kew Gardens where students investigate how the climate impacts vegetation located within Tropical Rainforests and Hot Deserts.
Annual Ski Trip
A ski trip to Kaprun, Austria. Nestled in the heart of the Austrian Alps, Kaprun is renowned for its breathtaking scenery and world-class ski facilities, making it an ideal destination for beginners and advanced skiers.
Bletchley Park
A Mathematics Trip to Bletchley Park to learn about and understand the operation, use and purpose of Enigma machines in WW2. Students worked together to develop and apply their Mathematical skills and knowledge, calculating the number of possible key settings per message for a standard army Enigma machine.
Blood Brothers
A Theatre trip to see the well-known and popular production ‘Blood Brothers’ at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford.
World Book Day (WBD) - Tim Hall Author visit
A WBD author workshop with Tim Hall, the acclaimed writer of the Blind Bowman trilogy. Students meet a published author, gain insight into the writing process and explore the world of storytelling in an inspiring and memorable way.
Gordon’s Model United Nations (MUN) Conference
Blenheim’s MUN debaters visit Gordon’s School to take part in a two day MUN conference. MUN allows students to develop their debating skills through representing different countries in a format similar to that of the United Nations.
Auschwitz
Part of the lessons from Auschwitz (LFA) Project run by the Holocaust Educational Trust. A one-day visit to the former Nazi concentration camp Auschwitz-Birkenau situated in Poland.
Les Miserables
A Theatre production and Drama trip to Les Miserables to enhance pupils’ cultural capital and experience the famous masterpiece originally written by Victor Hugo at the time of the French Revolution.
Legoland
The purpose of the trip is for those students who already have a good understanding of Computer Programming to use the LEGO brand ‘Spike’; a hands on, learning system designed to teach robotics and coding.
Shakespeare Workshop
A Shakespeare workshop from the West End. During the fast-paced Drama sessions students work closely with a professional actor, using theatrical techniques to explore key scenes from The Tempest.
Macbeth
A theatre trip to see performances of key scenes from Macbeth alongside advice on the GCSE examination including contextual knowledge.
TRIP NAME
DESCRIPTION OF TRIP
Safa Ahmed Author visit
Students meet Safa Ahmed, a British-Pakistani content marketer and Psychology undergraduate, she now writes books that celebrate joy, heartbreak, swoony love interests, fierce female characters, and everything in between.
STEM Car Goodwood
The Science Technology Engineering & Maths (STEM) Club race two selfbuilt racing cars around Goodwood Motor Circuit as part of the Formula 24 category hosted by Greenpower, an organisation aimed at inspiring young people to excel.
Madrid
A trip to support and enhance students’ attainment in Spanish by providing meaningful Spanish, real-life contexts.
Robin Stevens Author visit
An Author event. Students take part in a silhouette making workshop, inspired by the distinctive cover designs of Robin’s books, allowing students to practically explore the themes of the stories.
Earth Day Workshop led by Susanne Fisher
A Climate Change Workshop where Dr Fisher leads an interactive workshop in which students explore a series of real‑world “hard choices” around climate adaptation.
Rob Eastaway Numeracy
A celebration of National Numeracy Day, this workshop run by Rob Eastaway, bestselling Maths books Author, whose engaging delivery and experience genuinely brings Maths to life.
Oxford Literary Trip
The focus of the trip is to explore some of Oxford’s most significant literary landmarks, including the world-famous Bodleian Library and locations linked to authors such as J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Philip Pullman, J.K. Rowling, Lewis Carroll and others who have shaped the landscape of English literature.
Chessington World of Adventures
A number of High Performing Year 9 and 10 students are rewarded with a day out to Chessington World of Adventures to celebrate and recognise their strong work ethic, high levels of attendance and the progress made throughout the year.
Clue HQ Escape Rooms
A Computer Science trip where students work collaboratively to solve a series of challenges, applying practical computing concepts in a real world context. The experience is designed enhances problem solving skills, deepen understanding of key computing competencies, and provide an engaging and memorable extension to classroom learning.
Spanish Play ‘Un Ensayo Desastroso’
Students attend a performance of this Spanish play by the theatre company Onatti Productions. An opportunity for students to experience Spanish in an immersive, fun and engaging way, while also putting into practice the language skills they have develop throughout the year.
Waterstones
Students in English explore one of the UK’s most iconic bookshops, Waterstones Piccadilly, experiencing a range of cultural and historical London landmarks. The visit inspires a love of reading, broadening students’ understanding of the world around them and developing Cultural Capital.
TRIP NAME Brighton
DESCRIPTION OF TRIP A Travel & Tourism trip to Brighton where students work in small groups to investigate how Tourism has influenced the regeneration and development of Brighton as a tourist destination and use the theory of Butler’s Tourism Life Cycle Model (TALC) to investigate. Students also visit the Rampion Windfarm Centre to increase awareness and understanding of the wind farm itself, as well as to raise knowledge about offshore wind energy, sustainability and global climate change.
Sixth Form Events A number of events organised for Year 12 to assist and support students with University applications including UCAS Discovery Exhibition, Epsom College Symposium and Epsom College University Fair. Eastbourne
Year 7 Geography students work in small groups to investigate how geographical processes are being impacted by coastal management on Eastbourne beach. Students also collect data along the main Eastbourne high street to assess whether or not it provides suitable facilities for people who live there.
Hamilton
A Music trip to London for students to enjoy this iconic West End show.
Southfield Park Primary
Students experience being theatre practitioners and lead a workshop to KS2 students at Southfield Park Primary. The workshop is centered around the primary school’s Creative Arts Week and based on the theme of ‘Our Community’.
New Designers Exhibition
A trip to the Business Design Centre in Islington to inspire students as they consider potential directions for their design projects and to provide insight into careers within the Creative Industries sector.
Hogsmill
A GCSE Geography Field trip at the River Hogsmill to support learning related to rivers, data collection and geographical investigation skills.
Wonderdome
The Science Department delivers an immersive planetarium show in school with the Wonderdome company.
Literary Walking Tour
A trip for the Blenheim Literature Society’s to conduct a walking tour of literary London.
Science Museum
A Biology trip to better understand the Human Body at the Science Museum Kensington.
Degree Apprenticeship Presentation and Panel
The event includes a representative from Manchester Metropolitan University and an ex-Epsom College student who is currently undertaking a degree apprenticeship in Project Management at a global engineering firm providing insight into an increasingly popular post-18 pathway.
Chelsea FC Stadium
Budding footballers experience a behind the scenes tour of this iconic stadium in West London.
DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S AWARD develops students as they work together to navigate and complete journeys in unfamiliar environments.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is a highly valued part of the Co-Curricular programme, offering students from Year 9 upwards the opportunity to challenge themselves and develop essential life skills beyond the classroom. Through the different sections of the award, Volunteering, Physical, Skills and Expedition, students build resilience, independence and experience teamwork while pursuing personal interests and usually contributing to their community. The Expedition element, in particular,
EVENT
Overall, participation in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award provides a rewarding experience that not only enhances students’ confidence and character but is popular with Universities and employers.
LOCATION
MONTH
Bronze Training & Practice
Surrey Hills
March
Bronze Expedition
Surrey Hills
March
Bronze Training & Practice
Surrey Hills
May
Bronze Expedition
Surrey Hills
May
Silver Training & Practice
Buckinghamshire
March
Silver Expedition
Buckinghamshire
April
Gold Training & Practice
Derbyshire
March
Gold Expedition
Derbyshire
June
SCHOOL LEADERSHIP At Blenheim, student leadership continues to flourish and is a central part of school life; an important driver of culture and community. Meaningful opportunities are available for students across year groups to develop confidence, responsibility and compassion.
Students are empowered to contribute, lead and make a difference and every student has access to a leadership pathway that enables them to thrive in school and beyond. There are eight Leadership pathways.
PATHWAY
DETAILS
NO.
School Council Year 10
The School Council provides students with a meaningful 3 opportunity to play an active role in shaping their school community. Blenheim’s School Council has a projectbased approach which aims to improve an aspect of school life. Representatives are elected from across year groups and are led by elected Year 10 students, giving young people the chance to develop leadership, communication and teamwork skills while representing the views of their peers.
Form Captains Year 7, 8 and 9
Form Captains play a vital role in supporting their tutor groups, modelling positive behaviour and helping to strengthen the school community each day.
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Wellbeing Mentors Year 10
Peer mentoring continues to be a cornerstone of student support at Blenheim. Dedicated Year 10 students mentor Year 7 pupils who may be finding aspects of school life challenging. Younger students are helped to build confidence, resilience and positive relationships as they settle into secondary school.
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Legacy Project Leads Year 11
Our Year 11 Legacy Project makes a significant impact 12 beyond the school gates. Year 11 students work closely with a local primary school, supporting younger children and developing their own leadership, communication and teamwork skills through meaningful community engagement.
Sixth Form Leadership Team Year 12 and 13
The Sixth Form Leadership Team, including our Head Boy, Head Girl and prefect team, play a leading role in shaping the culture and direction of the school. These students act as ambassadors for Blenheim, leading by example, supporting key school events and working closely with staff and younger students to strengthen the sense of community across the school.
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Sixth Form Mentors Year 12
Trained Year 12 wellbeing mentors spend sixth months supporting Year 8 students who benefit from additional guidance or encouragement, creating strong cross-year relationships built on trust and care.
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Wellbeing Ambassadors Year 9
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Sixth Form Curriculum Scholars Year 12 and 13
Following a high level of academic achievement in Year 11 across the curriculum or within a specific subject, Sixth Form Scholars work closely with departments across the school to support lessons, enrichment activities and subject events.
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THE ARETE PARTNERSHIP The Arete Partnership is a collaboration of five Single Academy Trust Secondary Schools; Gordon’s School, Woking High School, Robert May’s School, Alderwood School and Blenheim High School. The word ‘Arete’ was originally bound up with the Classical notion of the fulfilment of purpose, the act of living up to one’s full potential.
STUDENT EVENTS
The Arete Partnership is designed to enrich and enhance opportunities for all its students. The annual events calendar offers a diverse and exciting range of activities for students to engage in, ensuring a well-rounded and fulfilling experience.
ARETE EVENT
MONTH
Da Vinci Decathlon
October
Robotics Convention
December
Non Sports Day
January
Astronomy Convention
January
Model United Nations
February
Forensics Convention
March
Music Event
April
Space Convention
May
Sports Day
June
ILM LEVEL 2
The ILM Level 2 Award for Young Leaders is part of the aspiring student leaders training programme. It is a nationally recognised, entry-level leadership and team management course designed for new, aspiring, or young leaders. It focuses on practical skills such as communication, team building, selfleadership and problem-solving. The ILM programme comprises year 9 students attending a two day course, one day of which is at a partner school. The course involves theoretical and practical challenges both as an individual and as part of a team. Successful students who achieve the ILM award level 2 typically progress to mentoring Year 7 students the following year when they are in Year 10 as part of Blenheim’s peer mentoring programme.
HIGH PERFORMERS’ PROGRAMME The primary objective of the CoCurricular High Performers’ Programme is to provide a platform that encourages high performing students to further develop in those areas that genuinely interest them and which may, in time, inform their future and career pathways. High performing students are typically those that are demonstrating a strong work ethic and high levels of attendance accompanied with either high levels of progress. These students are identified and actively encouraged to take part in those CoCurricular activities, event and trips that interest them, which ‘stretch’ their abilities and skills.
Examples of High Performing activities include: • Enrichment days/visits • Residential experiences • Performing Arts activities • Sporting activities • National competitions • Mentoring by specialist staff • University visits • Specialist work experience • Extra-curricular qualifications Activities are constantly reviewed and led by a member of the school’s Leadership Team who ensures that student opportunities are appropriate and significant.
THINKING By Walter D. Wintle If you think you are beaten, you are, If you think you dare not, you don’t, If you like to win, but you think you can’t, It is almost certain you won’t. If you think you’ll lose, you’ve lost, For out of the world we nd, Success begins with a fellow’s will, It’s all in the state of mind. If you think you are outclassed, you are, You’ve got to think high to rise, You’ve got to be sure of yourself before, You can ever win a prize. Life’s battles don’t always go, To the stronger or faster person, But sooner or later the one who wins, Is the one who thinks they can.
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