Introduction
In the Junior School, the ACE (Additional Curriculum Enrichment) programme is designed to offer pupils the opportunity to experience a wide range of activities that complement the curriculum and encompass our values.
Each girl will have a unique ACE experience and, over the course of a year, is encouraged to develop and pursue existing skills and interests alongside trying new activities. Everyone will engage with the lunchtime ACE programme and is also invited to select activities from the wraparound provision.
Sessions are led by members of our teaching community as well as specialist coaches and external providers. Selected activities are run in collaboration with Haberdashers’ Boys’ School.
ACE activities fall into four categories and over the course of any academic year, students should aim to take part in at least one activity from each:
Wraparound ACE – Year 1
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY
** indicates that an activity is invite only (following trials/auditions)
* indicates that an activity is joint with Habs Boys’
Key information and specific activity details are contained within this booklet.
Karate KS1 Ballet* LAMDA Mad Science
Y1 & Y2 Performing Arts*
Y1 & Y2 Robotics* KS1 Art
LAMDA
Y1 & Y2 Mandarin* Morning Beginners Chess
Wraparound ACE key information
Register of Interest
Registering interest in wraparound ACE will be done by completing the electronic form, accessed by the link below:
Year 1 Register of Interest
Please take time to review the activities on offer with your child and express your interest for the relevant activities by 12pm on Wednesday 3 July.
Please note: that by selecting an activity you are expressing interest, and this does not guarantee your child a space if the maximum number of students is reached.
Allocation of wraparound ACE activities
Where an activity builds upon skills and learning from previous terms, priority will be given to those pupils already attending. If an activity has not reached its maximum capacity, places will be offered first to any pupils who were unsuccessful in gaining a place the previous term. Any remaining places will be allocated randomly to pupils who have registered interest.
Whilst every effort is made to allocate pupils the activities they have expressed interest in, there may be instances where an activity is oversubscribed. When this occurs, a waiting list will be created, and you will be contacted should a space become available.
After 12pm on Wednesday 3 July, you will no longer be able to register your interest for wraparound activities.
Should there be any remaining spaces, this will be communicated in the first newsletter of the Autumn Term together with details of how to sign up.
You will be notified if your child is unsuccessful in securing a place for the activities that you have selected by Friday 5 July at 5pm.
Attendance
All students are expected to attend their allocated activities for the duration of the term. If there is a known reason that they cannot attend, they must endeavour to let the teacher running the session know ahead of the session so this can be marked in the register.
Chargeable activities
Where there is a cost per session, this will be shown in the specific activity details contained within this booklet. All charges will made through Evolve Pay.
Cancellation of wraparound ACE activities
Where these are known, any dates that activities will not be running will be communicated within this booklet.
Where possible, if the teacher is unable to attend their ACE activity, it will be run by another member of staff. There may be occasions where an activity needs to be cancelled at short notice. Parents will be advised by email with 24 hours advance notice and by phone call if it is less than 24 hours.
Drop off – before school ACE
Many morning ACE activities begin before there is playground supervision and so pupils must remain accompanied until the start time, when they will be met by the adult leading the activity. Alternatively, they may attend breakfast club from 7:30am, which must be prebooked and is chargeable.
Collection – after school ACE
For all activities taking place at Habs Girls, pupils should be met in the Junior School playground at the end of their afterschool ACE activities. For all activities taking place at Habs Boys, pupils should be met at the Boys’ Prep School Reception.
Key Stage 1 pupils who are attending after school care will be escorted there after ACE.
Key stage 2 pupils who are travelling on the late coach service or attending after school care may make their way there unaccompanied.
Any pupils not collected from the playground within five minutes of an activity finishing will then attend after school care, which is chargeable. On these occasions, parents will be telephoned by a member of the Junior School reception team and collection will be from after school care.
Wraparound ACE
Monday
Day: Monday
KARATE
Venue: Prevett Hall
Time: 3:30pm - 4:10pm
Clothing/special equipment: PE Kit, water bottle
Led by: Mr Patel Max cap: 24
Cost: £9/wk
Packed Lunch: n/a
Description: Join Mr Patel, a qualified karate instructor, for Karate after school. Perfect for those who are beginning their Karate journey. Learn fundamental karate skills and over the course of the year, there may even get the opportunity to work towards karate belts.
Please note: you may wear a Karate Gi once you have achieved a blue belt.
Contact: patel.karate@icloud.com
Day: Monday
Y1 & Y2
ROBOTICS*
Clothing/special equipment: none.
Venue: 2 Buttons
Time: 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Led by: RoboThink Max cap: 12 girls and 12 boys
Cost: £11/wk
Packed Lunch: n/a
Description: Welcome to the RoboThink Robotics Afterschool Club, where engineering, creativity, and fun collide! Designed for KS1 and KS2 students, our program offers a unique blend of hands-on learning and teamwork. Each session immerses students in the world of robotics, guiding them to build and program their own robots using proprietary RoboThink kits. Our expert instructors ensure a supportive environment where students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. From constructing robots to engaging in thrilling competitions, the excitement is endless. Join us and watch your child's imagination and skills soar. Enrol today for an unforgettable STEM experience!
Please note: This activity is in collaboration with Habs’ Boys Prep and pick up is from the Girls’ Junior School playground.
Contact: stanmore@robothink.co.uk
Day: Tuesday
Y1 & Y2
BALLET*
Venue: Performance Space Led by: Miss Georgia Max cap: 20
Time: 3:30pm – 4:15pm
Cost: £10/wk
Clothing/special equipment: ballet shoes, leggings and t-shirt or ballet clothes, water bottle Ballet clothing can be purchased from https://bbf.mydancestore.co.uk and it is advisable to go up a size.
Packed Lunch: n/a
Description: At Ballet, pupils are given an opportunity to develop their fine motor skills, discipline, core stability and coordination in an enjoyable way, through dancing! Royal Academy of Dance Ballet teacher, Georgia Yiannakas, will be teaching a mixture of the RAD syllabi, as well as some free performance work each week, so this activity is suitable whether you have done Ballet before or not. At the end of term, parents will be invited to watch in the final session.
Details of this will be shared in Habs Weekly. Initially, both Miss Georgia and Miss Jane will lead the session until Miss Georgia goes on maternity leave. Please note: This activity is in collaboration with Habs’ Boys Prep and pick up is from the Girls’ Junior School playground.
Contact: thelondonballetclub@gmail.com
Wednesday
Day: Wednesday
LAMDA
Venue: 1 Bobbins
Time: 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Clothing/special equipment: Journal (this will be provided in the first week)
Led by: Mrs Kaye Max cap: 7
Cost: £17/wk
Packed Lunch: n/a
Description: We have 3 exciting terms ahead. Term one is our foundation term, learning the art of stage craft, experimenting with poetry, playing drama games and practising tongue twisters. In term two, we build on the foundation and enter the prestigious Watford Drama Festival. Finally, in the Summer Term, we will focus on the LAMDA exam. Throughout all terms, our aim is to ensure that students have fun while building their self-esteem and confidence.
Contact: emma_kaye@icloud.com
Day: Wednesday
KS1 ART
Venue: Art Room
Led by: Ruth Marquez Max cap: 14
Time: 3:30pm - 4:00pm Cost: £7.25/wk
Clothing/special equipment: None. All art materials will be provided.
Packed Lunch: n/a
Description: Mad about art? If you want to learn how to draw and paint realistically and discover your inner Picasso, join us! Our after-school programme gives girls the opportunity to improve their creative skills as well as encouraging independent artistic thinking.
Contact: info@mobileartclub.co.uk
Y1
&
Y2
MANDARIN*
Day: Wednesday
Venue: 1 Buttons
Led by: Miss Chang Max cap: 20
Time: 3:45pm - 4:10pm Cost: £8.50/wk
Clothing/special equipment: Journal (this will be provided in the first week)
Packed Lunch: n/a
Description: Ni hao, future language enthusiasts! Want to learn Mandarin? Whether you are a complete beginner or have engaged with Mandarin before, you are invited to join Ms Chang after school on Wednesday to learn how to speak the language through creative games and activities!
Please note: This activity will be run in collaboration with Habs’ Boys Prep although takes place at the Girls’ Junior School so pick up is from the Junior School playground.
Friday
Day: Friday
MORNING BEGINNERS CHESS
Venue: Science Lab
Time: 8:00am – 8:30am
Led by: Mr Eden Max cap: 18
Cost: £8.40/wk
Packed Lunch: n/a
Clothing/special equipment: none
Description: An introduction to the game of chess, where you will gain an understanding of the pieces and moves and begin to learn the rules of the game, gradually building up to playing matches against your friends, testing your new skills in a fun and friendly environment. Come along and discover the fascinating world of chess while enhancing your critical thinking and problem-solving abilities!
Contact: tomer.eden@premierchesscoaching.com
Venue: Pre-Prep Hall
PERFORMING ARTS*
Day: Friday
Clothing/special equipment: n/a
Time: 3:45pm – 4:30pm
Led by: Miss Bryant Max cap: 12 girls and 12 boys
Cost: £10/session
Packed Lunch: n/a
Description: Is your child passionate about acting, singing, and dancing? Do they dream of performing on stage and captivating an audience with their talent? Look no further! HB Theatre Arts is excited to offer a dynamic and engaging performing arts class that will help you shine! Dive into character development, scene study, and improvisation. Build confidence and express yourself through the art of acting. Combine singing, dancing, and acting in our musical theatre classes. Learn how to bring a story to life through song and movement. Improve your vocal skills with professional voice training. Learn techniques to enhance your pitch, tone, and vocal control. Get moving with dance classes that focus on various styles, including jazz, contemporary, and musical theatre dance. Enhance your coordination and stage presence.
Please note: This activity is in collaboration with Habs’ Boys Pre-Prep and pick up is from the Boys’ Pre-Prep reception.
Contact: info@hbtheatrearts.com
Day: Friday
LAMDA
Venue: 1 Buttons
Time: 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Clothing/special equipment: Journal (this will be provided in the first week)
Led by: Mrs Kaye Max cap: 7
Cost: £17/wk
Packed Lunch: n/a
Description: We have 3 exciting terms ahead. Term one is our foundation term, learning the art of stage craft, experimenting with poetry, playing drama games and practising tongue twisters. In term two, we build on the foundation and enter the prestigious Watford Drama Festival. Finally, in the Summer Term, we will focus on the LAMDA exam. Throughout all terms, our aim is to ensure that students have fun while building their self-esteem and confidence.
Contact: emma_kaye@icloud.com
