EFFINGHAM SIXTH FORM
ENRICHMENT STUDENT GUIDE 2026 - 2027 Autumn Term
ENRICHMENT GUIDE This guide is designed to enable you to explore our co-curricular clubs. To make it as easy as possible for you to find the clubs that you are most interested in, all of the clubs are organised into the following cocuurricular categories: · Life Skills · Academic Support · Performing Arts · Music · Sport · Academic Enrichment · Wellbeing & Learn A New Skill Next to the club description box you will find useful information about the club such as; the time of the club, the location of the club and the level of commitment that the club requires. We want to offer you flexibility within the co-curricular programme and therefore, you will have the option to book onto different clubs every term. To allow you to plan your clubs in advance and to make sure that you do not have any clashes, this guide also contains information about the duration of the club and in which academic term it will be on offer. Read the guide carefully to make sure that you select the right clubs for you and then you can book onto your club using the Co-Curricular Microsoft Booking Form. Key:
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Year 12
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Year 13
ENRICHMENT GUIDE Scholarships If you are a school scholar you should aim to be undertaking at least one activity relating to your scholarship area. The keys below will show you which activities will relate to your scholarship area.
Academic Scholar
Sports Scholar
Music Scholar
Tennis Scholar
Equestrian Scholar
Performing Arts Scholar
Art Scholar
LIFE SKILLS CLUBS CCF Mr M Stephens Co-Curricular Category: Life Skills Cadet life is all about challenge, excitement and adventure. Cadets have many opportunities, including UK and overseas camps, leadership courses, air experience flights and pilot training. The focus is always on enjoying yourself while improving your skills.
Weekly: Monday After School Outside John Bosco Whole School Year High Commitment
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Student Ambassadors Mr V Neate Co-Curricular Category: Life Skills Student Ambassadors play a key role in leading the club, working closely with the School’s prefect team to plan and deliver a programme of meaningful events throughout the year. These include cultural celebration days, awareness campaigns and Pride events, all designed to recognise and celebrate the diverse identities within our school.
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Weekly: Monday Lunchtime 2 Sixth Form Autumn Term High Commitment
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Senior Debate Club
Weekly: Wednesday
Mrs C Stubbs Co-Curricular Category: Life Skills
Lunchtime 2 Room 41
Preparation for the Rotary competition. This is a well-respected debating competition. Come along and improve communication skills.
Autumn & Summer Terms High Commitment
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Grow Your Own Food
Weekly: Monday
Mrs E Bissill Co-Curricular Category: Life Skills
Lunchtime 2
A student-led gardening club that grows fresh food while exploring permaculture principles. Members learn sustainable techniques, care for the environment, and work together to create a thriving, ecofriendly space that nurtures both plants and community.
Whole School Year
Greenhouses High Commitment
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ACADEMIC SUPPORT CLUBS Fine Art, Textiles & Photography
Weekly: Monday
Mrs J Uren & Miss S Shear Co-Curricular Category: Academic Support
After School
A weekly A Level support session is offered to students during the Autumn and Spring Terms. This provides students with the opportunity to access departmental materials and resources, helping them extend their learning beyond lesson time.
Whole School Year
Art Rooms Flexible Commitment
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Geography Clinic
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Ms S Hobkinson Co-Curricular Category: Academic Support
Weekly: Thursday
An academic support clinic for external examination candidates studying A Level Geography.
Room 35 & 36
Lunchtime 2 Autumn Term Flexible Commitment
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Sixth Form Maths Clinic Miss L McDowall Co-Curricular Category: Performing Arts This is a support session that is open to all students who wish to achieve the highest grade in the A Level exam. Sessions will focus on exam technique, as well as topics for specific revision. Please be aware that if you are advised to attend this session by your Maths teacher, your attendance will be expected every week.
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Weekly: Wednesday Lunchtime 1 CH1 Whole School Year Flexible Commitment
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KS5 Biology Clinic
Weekly: Tuesday
Mrs N Martin Co-Curricular Category: Academic Support
Lunchtime 2
Weekly Biology drop-in clinic. Students are encouraged to come and ask questions about content they have found challenging during lessons or revision.
Whole School Year
Science Block Flexible Commitment
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ACADEMIC SUPPORT CLUBS Year 13 History Revision Clinic Mrs M Marsden-Wilkins Co-Curricular Category: Academic Support Weekly History revision clinic, focusing on the key knowledge and skills needed for examinations.
Weekly: Tuesday Lunchtime 2 SF13 Whole School Year Flexible Commitment
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Year 13 Politics Revision Clinic
Weekly: Wednesday
Mrs M Marsden-Wilkins Co-Curricular Category: Academic Support
Lunchtime 2
Weekly Politics revision clinic, focusing on the key knowledge and skills needed for examinations.
SF13 Whole Academic Year Flexible Commitment
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KS5 Psychology Clinics Mr A Gill Co-Curricular Category: Academic Support Psychology drop-in clinic on Tuesdays and Thursdays (Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays by appointment). Students are encouraged to come and ask questions about content they have found challenging during lessons or revision.
Business Revision Mr T Clouston Co-Curricular Category: Academic Support A support session for Sixth Form Business students. Brush up on areas of weakness and improve your exam technique.
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Daily Lunchtime 2 SF 9 Whole Academic Year Flexible Commitment
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Weekly: Thursday Lunchtime 2 SF 11 Autumn Term Flexible Commitment
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ACADEMIC SUPPORT CLUBS KS5 Spanish Clinic Mrs M Gonzalez-Weekes Co-Curricular Category: Academic Support A weekly Spanish clinic held every Tuesday at lunchtime from 1:15pm to 2:10pm. Come and boost your exam technique.
Weekly: Wednesday Lunchtime 2 Room 19 Whole Academic Year Flexible Commitment
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KS5 French Clinic Ms C Dufour Co-Curricular Category: Academic Support A weekly lunchtime clinic to support students with key skills, homework and speaking practice.
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Weekly: Thursday Lunchtime 2 Room 19 Whole Academic Year Flexible Commitment
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Drama Clinic Miss C Pitchford Co-Curricular Category: Academic Support Drama Clinic offers students support, help and advice with the theory and written aspects of Drama. “The most effective way to do it is to do it.” Amelia Earhart
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Weekly: Wednesday Lunchtime 2 M4 Whole Academic Year Flexible Commitment
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Chemistry Clinic Mr M Stephens Co-Curricular Category: Academic Support Chemistry Clinic is available to provide students with any help they need within the subject area. Develop their subject knowledge and improve their exam technique.
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Weekly: Wednesday Lunchtime 2 Room 31 Whole Academic Year Flexible Commitment
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ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT CLUBS Afrikaans Club
Weekly: Wednesday
Mrs B de Jong Co-Curricular Category: Academic Enrichment
Lunchtime 2
A weekly support session in Afrikaans is offered to students who wish to take the IGCSE examination.
MFL Department Autumn Term Flexible Commitment
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Year 12 Royal Institute Maths Masterclasses Mr M Fuller Co-Curricular Category: Academic Enrichment Year 12 Maths, Further Maths and Core Maths students will run Maths masterclasses for Year 5 pupils from local schools in conjunction with the Royal Institution. This provides a wonderful opportunity to plan and deliver a lesson and experience life on the other side of the teacher’s desk!
Art Enrichment Mrs J Uren & Miss S Shear Co-Curricular Category: Academic Enrichment The Art Enrichment Club is designed to support Art Scholars, as well as any students who are keen to engage in the creative arts beyond the classroom. The club provides opportunities for students to experiment with a wide range of artistic processes, techniques and media.
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Weekly: Friday Lunchtime 2 CH 1 Whole School Year High Commitment
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Weekly: Monday & Tuesday Lunchtime 2 Rooms 23 & 24 Autumn Term High Commitment
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PERFORMING ARTS CLUBS Beat It
Weekly: Monday
Mrs E Ossai Co-Curricular Category: Performing Arts
Lunchtime 2 M5
Love rhythm? Want to make some noise? Beat It is a high-energy tap dance club open to everyone in the school, led by Dance Captain Freya. Whether a complete beginner, or already love to shuffle, step and stamp, this is their chance to build skills, improve coordination and have fun creating rhythm with their feet.
Saltare Mrs E Ossai Co-Curricular Category: Performing Arts
Whole School Year Flexible Commitment
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Weekly: Tuesday After School M5
Saltare is our audition-only competition team, representing the school at external dance competitions throughout the year. Led by passion, precision and performance excellence, the team trains across a range of styles, building versatility, technical strength and artistic expression. Dancers selected for Saltare commit to high-level rehearsals and the excitement of performing on competitive stages.
Whole School Year
Step Up Sixth Mrs E Ossai Co-Curricular Category: Performing Arts
Weekly: Wednesday
Step Up Sixth is an inclusive Sixth Form dance club, open to all abilities, whether new to dance or already experienced. Sessions focus on learning choreography in a range of styles while developing confidence, coordination and performance quality.
Whole School Year
High Commitment
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Lunchtime 2 M5 Flexible Commitment
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Street Dance
Weekly: Friday
Mrs E Ossai Co-Curricular Category: Performing Arts
Lunchtime 2
Sound Club is an excellent club for anyone interested in sound, music or sound effects in the world of theatre and film. No experience is necessary, just an interest in the power and fun of sound. “How much time do we have to do something great?” – Tick, Tick... Boom!, Jonathan Larson
M5 Whole School Year Flexible Commitment
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PERFORMING ARTS CLUBS Curtain Call Cinema Mr C Manson-Lane Co-Curricular Category: Performing Arts Curtain Call Cinema brings the West End and Broadway to our very own Drama Studio every week. If they enjoy watching shows, come and experience the best that theatre has to offer in the comfort of our Drama Studio.
Weekly: Monday Lunchtime 1 M4 Whole School Year Flexible Commitment
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Performers Miss J Hansen Co-Curricular Category: Performing Arts
Weekly: Monday
Performers is open to anyone and everyone who wants to perform. They may choose and rehearse whatever they would like to perform, and then showcase their work in an exciting informal performance at the end of each half term. “How much time do we have to create something great?” – Tick, Tick... Boom!, Jonathan Larson
Whole School Year
Lunchtime 2 M4 High Commitment
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Edinburgh Fringe Festival Production Company Miss J Hansen Co-Curricular Category: Performing Arts
Weekly: Tuesday
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival is one of the most exciting and important worldwide performing arts events, and we are participating in it in August 2027. Our Edinburgh Fringe Festival Production Company is for Sixth Form students who wish to perform in Edinburgh and be part of our Fringe cast and company.
Whole School Year
Scholars Theatre Company Miss J Hansen Co-Curricular Category: Performing Arts Scholars Theatre Company is for our talented Drama Scholars to work together to create original, unique and outstanding pieces of drama and theatre for performance. “The actor should be able to create the universe in the palm of his hand.” – Sir Laurence Olivier
Lunchtime 2 M4 High Commitment
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Weekly: Wednesday Lunchtime 1 M4 Whole School Year High Commitment
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PERFORMING ARTS CLUBS Stage Bright Mr M Bradford Co-Curricular Category: Performing Arts Stage Bright is our lighting club and is open to any student, regardless of their knowledge, experience or ability, who would like to learn, create, design and work with our fabulous stage lighting. They can then apply their skills to Drama performances, productions, Drama lessons, the Interhouse Arts Festival, or any other event involving stage lighting.
Weekly: Thursday Lunchtime 2 M4 Autumn & Spring Terms High Commitment
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New Playwrights Mr C Manson-Lane Co-Curricular Category: Performing Arts
Weekly: Friday
New Playwrights is a creative hub for budding writers and actors who would like to write or star in their own original play, which will have a special premiere later in the term. “Write the play no one has ever written.” – Edward Albee
Whole School Year
Lunchtime 2 M4 High Commitment
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MUSIC CLUBS Jazz Orchestra Ms J Taylor Co-Curricular Category: Music Our Jazz Orchestra Club is a vibrant and exciting ensemble open to students who enjoy making music in a collaborative and energetic setting. Whether you are an experienced musician or looking to develop your skills, the club provides a fantastic opportunity to explore a wide range of jazz styles, from swing and blues to funk and contemporary jazz.
School Choir
Weekly: Tuesday Lunchtime 2 M3 Whole School Year High Commitment
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Ms J Taylor Co-Curricular Category: Music
Weekly: Monday
Join our School Choir Club and discover the joy of singing as part of a supportive and inspiring group. Open to all abilities, the choir explores a range of musical styles while developing vocal confidence, harmony, and performance skills. Members rehearse regularly and perform at concerts and events throughout the year, building teamwork and a love of music together.
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String Ensemble
Weekly: Thursday
Miss B Hull Co-Curricular Category: Music
Before School M2
String Ensemble welcomes all bowed string players and prepares ensemble repertoire for performances throughout the year. Members develop confidence, technique, and ensemble skills while showcasing their music in a variety of concerts.
Whole School Year
Lunchtime 2 Whole School Year High Commitment
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High Commitment
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Concert Band
Weekly: Friday
Mrs Haysted Co-Curricular Category: Music
Lunchtime 1
Concert Band is open to all wind and brass players, performing a wide range of repertoire at concerts throughout the academic year. It’s a great opportunity to build ensemble skills and enjoy making music together.
Whole School Year
M1 High Commitment
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MUSIC CLUBS Music Theory/Composition Support Ms J Taylor Co-Curricular Category: Music
Weekly: Friday
Music Theory Drop‑In offers help with all aspects of theory, especially for those working towards Grade 5. Open to anyone wanting to strengthen their understanding, improve skills, and get support with theory work whenever they need it.
M2
Lunchtime 2 Whole School Year High Commitment
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Symphony Orchestra
Weekly: Tuesday
Ms J Taylor Co-Curricular Category: Music
After School
Our Symphony Orchestra Club brings together talented musicians to perform a wide range of orchestral music, from classical masterpieces to modern arrangements. Open to students who play orchestral instruments, the club develops ensemble skills, musical expression, and technical ability in a supportive setting.
Whole School Year
M1 High Commitment
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Schola Cantorum
Weekly: Thursday
Ms Jessica Taylor Co-Curricular Category: Music
After School
Schola is our flagship choir, performing challenging liturgical music and taking a leading role in the Carol Service and termly Evensongs. This year, Schola will also sing Evensong in both Chichester and Winchester Cathedrals, showcasing their skill and dedication.
Whole School Year
Chapel High Commitment
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Beat the Drum!
Weekly: Thursday
Mr T Kenyon Co-Curricular Category: Music
Lunchtime 2
A fun club to explore the rhythms in drums of Brazilian samba and the African djembe drums.
Autumn Term
M2 High Commitment
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SPORTS CLUBS Rugby Training Mr Clouston & Mr Hodgson Co-Curricular Category: Sports Rugby training to prepare the rugby squad for fixtures being held throughout the term.
Weekly: Monday After School Field Autumn Term High Commitment
12 Talk Sport Miss S Kay Co-Curricular Category: Sport Walking group that covers a minimum one mile per walk, to encourage greater movement and physical activity. Whilst completing the walk we will delve into the riverting stories of phenomenal women who have shaped olympic history and modern day sport paving the way for future generations. We will discuss how these trailblazers overcame barriers and what we can do to continue that trend.
Senior Swim Squad Miss S Fogwill Co-Curricular Category: Sport The Swimming Club offers students of all abilities the chance to develop their skills, improve fitness, and enjoy being part of a supportive team. Whether they are a confident swimmer or just looking to build confidence in the water, each session focuses on technique, stamina and having fun.
U15 & U18 Netball Mrs A Hitchman Co-Curricular Category: Sport Take netball to the next level at U15 & U18 Netball. Develop advanced skills, teamwork, and match play in a competitive and supportive environment. Ideal for players looking to improve performance, build confidence, and represent the school.
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Weekly: Tuesday After School SF4 Whole School Year Flexible Commitment
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Weekly: Monday After School Swimming Pool Whole School Year High Commitment
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Weekly: Monday After School Netball Courts Autumn & Spring Terms High Commitment
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SPORTS CLUBS Senior Swim Club (open to all) Miss S Fogwill Co-Curricular Category: Sport Develop your swimming in a fun and supportive environment at Senior Swim Club. Open to confident swimmers, sessions focus on improving technique, fitness and overall performance. Perfect for those looking to stay active, build confidence and enjoy the water.
Weekly: Tuesday After School Swimming Pool Whole School Year High Commitment
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1st & 2nd XI Hockey Miss S Elliott Co-Curricular Category: Sport Represent the school at the highest level in 1st & 2nd XI Hockey. Develop advanced skills, tactical awareness, and teamwork through competitive training and match play. Ideal for committed players looking to perform, compete and succeed on the pitch.
Weekly: Tuesday After School Astro Turf Autumn & Spring Terms High Commitment
12 Strength and Conditioning Sports Staff Co-Curricular Category: Sport Build strength, fitness and resilience at Strength and Conditioning Club. Open to all abilities, sessions focus on improving core strength, endurance, and overall athletic performance in a supportive environment. Perfect for enhancing performance in any sport.
Miss S Elliott Co-Curricular Category: Sport The Senior Hockey Club offers players the chance to develop advanced skills, tactical awareness and fitness through focused training and competitive matches. Open to experienced students, it promotes teamwork, leadership and a strong commitment to performance.
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Weekly: (Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday Before School), (Thursday After School) Gym Whole School Year
12 Senior Hockey Club
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Weekly: Tuesday Lunchtime 2 Astro Turf Autumn & Spring Terms Flexible Commitment
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SPORTS CLUBS Senior Water Polo Miss S Fogwill Co-Curricular Category: Sport The Water Polo Club offers students the chance to develop swimming, ball control and tactical skills through fun, fast-paced sessions. Open to all abilities, it builds teamwork, fitness, and confidence while enjoying competitive and engaging water-based games.
Senior Swim Squad (invitational) Miss S Fogwill Co-Curricular Category: Sport The Senior Swim Squad offers structured sessions for experienced swimmers to refine technique, build endurance and improve race performance. Training focuses on speed, stamina and efficiency, while promoting discipline, teamwork and a competitive mindset.
Weekly: Wednesday After School Swimming Pool Whole School Year High Commitment
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Weekly: Thursday Before School Swimming Pool Whole School Year High Commitment
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Senior Netball Shooting Club Sports Staff Co-Curricular Category: Sport The Senior Netball Shooting Club focuses on developing accurate shooting techniques, movement in the circle, and confidence under pressure. Designed for experienced players, sessions refine precision, consistency, and game awareness in a supportive, skill-driven environment.
Senior Racquets Club Mrs L Harwood Co-Curricular Category: Sport
Weekly: Thursday Lunchtime 2 Netball Courts Autumn & Spring Terms Flexible Commitment
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Weekly: Thursday Lunchtime 1 Sports Hall
The Senior Racquets Club offers students the opportunity to develop advanced skills across sports such as tennis, squash and badminton. Sessions focus on technique, tactics and match play, while promoting fitness, confidence, and enjoyment in a supportive, competitive environment.
Autumn & Spring Terms Flexible Commitment
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WELLBEING & LEARN A NEW SKILL CLUBS Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI) Ambassadors Miss A Burgess Co-Curricular Category: Wellbeing Through collaboration, discussion, and whole-school initiatives, DEI Club members develop confidence, leadership skills, and a strong sense of social responsibility. Together, they ensure that every voice is heard and every member of our community feels valued, respected, and supported.
Weekly: Wednesday Lunchtime 2 Art Rooms Autumn & Spring Terms Flexible Commitment
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Chaplaincy Team Activity Mr S Jakubowski Co-Curricular Category: Wellbeing A Chaplaincy Team Club. This will develop Chaplaincy Leaders amongst our students and find ways to grow faith within our school. It is open to anyone who is interested.
Weekly: Tuesday After School Room 9 Whole School Year High Commitment
12 Saddle Up Club at Equestrian Equestrian Team Co-Curricular Category: Wellbeing The opportunity to come and be around the horses, learn how to care for them and handle them.
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Weekly: Thursday Lunchtime 2 Equestrian Whole School Year Flexible Commitment
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INDIVIDUAL MUSIC LESSONS Individual Music Lessons Unlock your musical potential at Effingham Sixth Form with personalised oneon-one music lessons! Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our experienced and passionate instructors are here to guide you every step of the way. From mastering an instrument to developing your vocal talent, our lessons are tailored to suit your needs and goals. A wide range of lessons are on offer including singing and instrumental lessons. We provide music lessons for most musical instruments. Participating in individual lessons will open up many opportunities for you, not only in A Level Music, but also in areas such as concerts, Schola Cantorum, school productions and much more. If you are interested in undertaking individual music lessons, whether for singing or an instrument, please email: j.taylor@st-teresas.com
TERMLY RIDING AND CARE PACKAGES St Teresa's Equestrian offers two different Riding and Care Packages for Effingham Schools Trust students. Please contact equestrian@stteresas.com for more details. Lessons are offered every day of the week between 16:00-19.15 and on Saturdays between 9:00-15:00. THE BHS CHALLENGE AWARDS If you are interested in horses and would like to spend time with them and learn more about horse care and welfare, try out the BHS Challenge Awards. This fantastic programme has been developed by the British Horse Society and is a gateway to BHS exams and professional qualifications for Effingham Sixth Form students. Participants spend time on and off the yard working through booklets to attain Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards. The Challenge Awards Care sessions are available on Tuesdays from 17:30 - 18:30. BHS STAGE 1 If you would like to work towards your BHS Stage 1 Exams, we offer classes that cover the Care element of the qualification on Fridays from 17:30-18:30. The Ride aspect can be covered in ridden lessons.
BOOST YOUR UCAS POINTS WITH LAMDA LAMDA exams offer a chance to gain recognised qualifications, boost UCAS points, and refine your technique in Acting, Public Speaking, Musical Theatre, and Verse and Prose. But most of all, it’s about building confidence and embracing the joy of performance in a supportive environment. BENEFITS OF LAMDA LAMDA is beneficial to a wide range of students. It appeals to Drama A Level students looking to broaden and refine their skills to support their academic studies, particularly in examination performance. LAMDA is also extremely beneficial to EAL students looking to improve their spoken English. One of the most beneficial and attractive aspects of LAMDA examinations is that students gain valuable UCAS points from the exams they take. For more information on LAMDA, please email: j.hansen@st-teresas.com
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