Habs Girls Junior School Year 4 ACE provision - Summer Term 2024

Habs Girls Junior School Year 4ACE Provision

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:

Year 4 Overview

For Summer Term 2024, the following activities are on offer for Year 4:

Lunchtime ACE – Year 4

Junior Choir Y3 & Y4 Crafty Creators Y3 & Y4 Board Games Guitar Ensemble** Y3 & Y4 French Y3 & Y4 Creative Writing Joint Orchestra** * Open Gym Super Saxes Gym Squad**

Y3 & Y4 Cricket Nature Drawing Y3 & Y4 Reading Circle Golden Bones Junior Orchestra

Flamenco Y3 & Y4 Debate Y3 & Y4 Cartoon Creators

Brass Ensemble Y4, Y5 & Y6 I Wonder Y4, Y5 & Y6 Athletics

**Selected students only

* Joint with the Boys' School

All Year 4 students will take part in between 2 and 4 lunchtime ACE activities.

Chess Gym Squad** Chamber Strings Mad Science

Creative Kid* KS2 Ballet* Descant Recorders Judo*

Karate Mandarin*

Robotics* Karate

LunchtimeACE key information

Register of Interest

Pupils will register interest in lunchtime ACE activities at school during the last week of term. Please take time to review the activities on offer with your child before this date.

Allocation of lunchtime ACE activities

Unless an activity is indicated to be invite only, places will be allocated randomly. Whilst every effort is made to allocate students their preferred activities, there may be instances where an activity is oversubscribed. When this occurs, selection for the activity will be at random and every effort will be made to offer a similar activity the following term, where those who missed out will be prioritised during the allocation process.

Once selected, pupils can view their lunchtime ACE activities using the SOCS app on their iPads. These can also be viewed by logging onto SOCS, as your child, on another device.

Attendance

All students are expected to attend their allocated activities for the duration of the term. If there is a known reason why they cannot attend, they must endeavour to let the teacher running the session know. Where possible, if the teacher is unable to attend their ACE activity, it will be run by another member of staff.

Packed lunch

If your child is allocated an activity that requires a packed lunch, they will be provided with a sandwich lunch and asked their preference of filling once the activity has been allocated.

WraparoundACE key information

Register of Interest

Registering interest in wraparound ACE will be done by completing the electronic form, accessed by the link below:

Year 4 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 Thursday 21 March.

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 Thursday 21 March, 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 Summer 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 Wednesday 27 March 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

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.

Lunchtime ACE

Monday

Day: Monday

Y3 & Y4 JUNIOR CHOIR

Venue: Music school Led by: Miss Rockley Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10 Cost: none: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Clothing/special equipment: Music (as required)

Description: Do you love to sing? Want to be a part of an amazing choir? Come and join Key Stage 2 Choir! We will be singing a range of songs, from your favourite musicals to classic hymns, all while having a lot of fun. We perform in concerts through the year so come and get involved!

Day: Monday

Y3 & Y4 CREATIVE WRITING

Venue: 3A Led by: Miss Sultana Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10 Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Clothing/special equipment: none

Description: Unleash your imagination and embark on thrilling literary adventures as we explore the art of storytelling together. From crafting captivating characters to weaving enchanting plots, Creative Writing offers a supportive space for budding writers to hone their skills and express their creativity. Join us for inspiration and endless opportunities to bring your stories to life. Let's write our way to new worlds together!

Day: Monday

Y3 & Y4 CRICKET

Venue: Fields/Junior Gym Led by: Coach Mickey Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10 Cost: none: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Clothing/special equipment: PE kit and trainers

Description: Are you a fan of cricket, whether it's watching the action-packed matches or getting in the game yourself? If so, you're in luck! Welcome to Cricket Club, where we're dedicated to sharpening your batting, bowling, and fielding skills through a range of exciting team games and activities. Get ready to hit, bowl, and catch your way to victory!

Day: Tuesday

Y3 & Y4 CRAFTY CREATORS

Clothing/special equipment: none

Venue: 3 Alpha Led by: Ms Hawkins Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10 Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Curious? Crafty? Enjoy creating things? Come to Crafty Creators! You will use a range of materials to make different things. If you like cutting, sticking, folding, colouring and collaborating with others, then this is the club for you.

Day: Tuesday

JOINT ORCHESTRA**

Venue: Seldon Hall Led by: Mr Taylor Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:40 – 13:10 Cost: none: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Clothing/special equipment: Instrument and music (as needed)

Description: In the Spring Term, we announced a brand-new opportunity for our young musicians - our joint Habs Junior Schools Orchestra. This ensemble ise led by Tom Taylor, Director of Performance Music at the Boys' School. It features our most promising young string, woodwind, brass and percussion playerspreparing towards a concert each term. This ensemble forms a vital part of the pathway to these opportunities, teaching students the fundamental skills of ensemble and orchestral playing.

Please note: you must play your instrument to Grade 3 standard or above.

Day: Tuesday

Y4, Y5 & Y6 FLAMENCO DANCING

Venue: Dance Studio Led by: Ms Salvtierra Max cap: 20

Time: 12:35 – 13:10 Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Clothing/special equipment: Trainers, water bottle

Description: Learn how to dance ‘Sevillanas’ with Ms Salvatierra! One of the many varieties of Flamenco dancing, ‘Sevillans’ consists of four short dances, and you will learn all the steps and arm and hand movements for at least two of the parts. Join the Rhythmic Fiesta at Flamenco Club!

Day: Tuesday

NATURE

DRAWING

Venue: 3A/Outdoors Led by: Mrs Kilbane Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10 Cost: none: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Clothing/special equipment: none

Description: Welcome to the Nature Drawing, where young artists find inspiration in the great outdoors! Join us as we embark on exciting expeditions to explore the wonders of nature and capture its beauty on paper. From delicate flowers to majestic trees, from colourful butterflies to chirping birds, our club provides the perfect setting to hone your artistic skills while connecting with the natural world.

Wednesday

Day: Wednesday

Y4, Y5 & Y6 BRASS ENSEMBLE

Y3, Y5, Y5

& Y6

OPEN GYM

Venue: Music School Led by: Mr Thomas Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10

Clothing/special equipment: Instrument and music (as required)

Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Calling all aspiring brass musicians and enthusiasts We play a range of fun music and prepare for a variety of events that take place throughout the year, including the Junior Carol Service and Summer Concert. Please note: being able to read and play a minimum of 5 notes is highly recommended.

Y3 & Y4 BOARD GAMES & PUZZLES

Day: Wednesday

Venue: Junior Gym Led by: Ms Burman Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10

Clothing/special equipment: Pe kit or leotard and water bottle.

Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Do you love gymnastics? At Open Gym Club you can learn how to perform a wide range of gymnastic skills and enjoy creating your own routines.

Venue: 3 Alpha Led by: Mrs Langdon Max cap: n/a

Day: Wednesday

Clothing/special equipment: none

Time: 12:35 – 13:10

Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Do you love solving puzzles or challenging your friends to a board game competition? If you do, join board game and puzzle club to test your problem solving skills and perfect your game playing expertise with friends!

Day: Wednesday

Y3 & Y4 READING CIRCLE

Venue: Library Led by: Ms Wood Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10

Cost: none

Packed Lunch: n/a

Clothing/special equipment: none.

Description: We are looking for girls that love to read and want to enjoy a range of new and exciting books. Each week, we will talk about what we’ve read so far and what we thought. The library will supply the books, all we ask is that you come along and join in our lively debates and fun discussions.

Day: Wednesday

Y4, Y5 & Y6 ATHLETICS

Venue: Courts Led by: PE Department Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10

Clothing/special equipment: PE kit and water bottle.

Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: We’ll practice drills, techniques, and teamwork to help you excel in a variety of athletic events. Whether you're aiming for the podium or simply love the thrill of competition, Athletics provides a supportive and inclusive space where every participant can shine. Let's run, jump, and throw our way to success together!

Day: Wednesday

Y3 & Y4 DEBATE

Clothing/special equipment: none

Venue: 2A Led by: Mrs Bakrania Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10

Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Join us for an exhilarating journey into the world of debate, where critical thinking meets lively discussion. You'll learn how to construct persuasive arguments, develop effective communication skills, and confidently express your opinions on a range of exciting topics.

Thursday

Day: Thursday

Y4, Y5 & Y6 GUITAR ENSEMBLE

Venue: Music School Led by: Mr Davies Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10 Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Clothing/special equipment: Guitar, music (as needed)

Description: Do you know the first position? Why not join the Junior Guitar Ensemble? You should be able to read standard notation, but TAB notation can be supplied if you need it. Get involved and take part in the concert performances throughout the year!

Day: Thursday

Y4, Y5 & Y6 GOLDEN BONES

Venue: Music School Led by: Mrs Molins Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10 Cost: none: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Clothing/special equipment: Brass instrument, music (as needed)

Description: All Junior School trombonists (both pBones and metal trombones) are welcome to join this exciting ensemble! With Mrs Molins, you will cover fun music pieces that suit all abilities and take part in lots of different concert performances throughout the year.

Day: Thursday

Y4, Y5 & Y6 SUPER SAXES

Venue: Music School Led by: Mr Wilson Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10 Cost: none: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Clothing/special equipment: Brass Instrument, music (as needed)

Description: Open to all saxophonists, Super Saxes you will be playing lots of fun tunes which you get to perform at concerts throughout the year. Often the tunes played Saxes team, so get your thinking hats on!

Please note: you must have playing the saxophone for a year.

Day: Thursday

Y3 & Y4 CARTOON CREATORS CLUB

Clothing/special equipment: PE Kit

Venue: 1 Orange Led by: Mr Whitworth Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10 Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Do you fancy yourself as a budding illustrator? Want to learn how to draw your favourite animal? Come to cartoon creators club and learn how to draw a range of cartoon animals and characters.

Y4, Y5 & Y6 I WONDER

Day: Thursday

Clothing/special equipment: none

Venue: 5 Aleph Led by: Mrs Tiller Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10

Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Do you ever think about the unknown? Do you have a curious mind? If so, I Wonder is the club for you. Each week we will delve into open ended questions with no right or wrong answer to help broaden your thinking process and develop speech and language skills. Focusing on some interesting questions and images we will converse in rich and extended conversation to create awe and wonder.

Friday

Day: Friday

Y3 & Y4 FRENCH

Clothing/special equipment: none

Venue: 4 Aesc Led by: Mrs Skelton Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10

Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Join us as we dive into the enchanting world of French language and culture through interactive activities, games, and conversations. From learning basic vocabulary and phrases to exploring French customs and traditions, our club offers an immersive and enjoyable experience

JUNIOR ORCHESTRA

Day: Friday

Venue: Music School Led by: Mr Nichols & Mrs Neale Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10

Clothing/special equipment: Instrument, music (as needed)

Cost: none: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Open to string, brass, woodwind and percussion players who have been learning for at least a year. Continue to improve your musicianship while playing some fun music and preparing for different events throughout the year!

Please note: you must have been playing your instrument for at least a year and be of at least Grade 1 standard

Day: Friday

GYM SQUAD**

Venue: Junior Gym Led by: Ms Burman Max cap: n/a

Time: 12:35 – 13:10

Clothing/special equipment: Leotard, water bottle

Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: If invited to the Gym Squad in the Autumn Term, you will continue to develop your gymnastics skills on the floor and vault, and compete in school gymnastics competitions. Get cartwheeling!

Contact: ejbgym@gmail.com

Wraparound ACE

Day: Monday

CHESS

Clothing/special equipment: none

Venue: Science Lab Led by: Mr Eden Max cap: 25

Time: 16:00 – 16:45 Cost: £8.40/wk Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Develop your chess play as you challenge your friends to games, focusing on strategic play. With Mr Eden, you may have the opportunity to enter competitions in the National Primary Schools Chess Championships. Additionally, you could enjoy Mr D’Costa’s ‘She Plays To Win’ UK Girls chess project, which has a half termly UK Primary Girls Online Chess League. You can sign up for free classes via the official website: www.sheplaystowin.co.uk/join-sptw

Please note: priority will be given to pupils who have previously attended ACE chess.

Contact: tomer.eden@premierchesscoaching.com

Day: Monday

CREATIVE KID*

Clothing/special equipment: none

Venue: M10

Time: 16:00 – 16:45

Led by: Mr Young Max cap: 30

Cost: £9/wk

Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Do you want a chance to be creative? Then join Creative Kid! Develop your confidence and creativity through stories, movement, singing and other fun activities. Whether you want to laugh, sing, dance or perform, you can do it all.

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. There will be a performance to parents in the final session.

Contact: Info@creative-kid.co.uk

Day: Monday

Venue: Prevett Hall

Time: 16:15 – 17:00

Clothing/special equipment: Gi or PE kit, water bottle

Led by: Mr Patel Max cap: 25

Cost: none: £9/wk

Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Join Mr Patel, a qualified karate instructor, for Karate after school on Wednesday. Perfect for those who have already attended karate or have some experience of martial arts and those new to the sport. As well as learning fundamental karate skills, you may even get the opportunity to progress onto your next colour belt!

Please note: You may wear a karate gi once you have achieved a blue belt.

Contact: patel.karate@icloud.com

Day: Monday

ROBOTICS*

Clothing/special equipment: none

Venue: DT, Boys’ Prep Led by: RoboThink Max cap: 10

Time: 16:00 – 17:15 Cost: none: £15/wk Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Calling all future engineers and tech enthusiasts! Are you curious about robots? Would you like to explore what they can do? Embark on a Robotic Adventure with the joint Robotics Club! Robotics is the perfect way to explore the branch of technology that deals with the design, construction, operation, and application of robots.

Please note: This activity is in collaboration with Habs’ Boys Prep and pick up is from the Boys Prep’ reception.

Tuesday

Day: Tuesday

GYM SQUAD**

Venue: Medburn Centre, Habs

Boys

Time: 16:00 – 17:15

Clothing/special equipment: Leotard or gym kit, water bottle

Led by: Ms Burman Max cap: n/a

Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: If invited to the Gym Squad in the Autumn Term, you will continue to develop your gymnastics skills on the floor and vault, and compete in school gymnastics competitions. Get cartwheeling!

Collection will be from the Boys’ Prep School reception.

Contact: ejbgym@gmail.com

Day: Tuesday

KS2 BALLET*

Venue: Performance Space Led by: Miss Georgia Max cap: 14

Time: 16:20 – 17:10

Cost: none: £10/wk Packed Lunch: n/a

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.

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 of the term. Details of this will be shared in Habs Weekly.

Contact: thelondonballetclub@gmail.com

Day: Tuesday

GYM SQUAD**

Venue: Medburn Centre, Habs

Boys

Time: 16:00 – 17:15

Clothing/special equipment: Leotard or gym kit, water bottle

Led by: Ms Burman Max cap: n/a

Cost: none

Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: If invited to the Gym Squad in the Autumn Term, you will continue to develop your gymnastics skills on the floor and vault, and compete in school gymnastics competitions. Get cartwheeling!

Collection will be from the Boys’ Prep School reception.

Contact: ejbgym@gmail.com

Wednesday

Day: Wednesday

CHAMBER STRINGS

Venue: Music School Led by: Mrs Boyle Max cap: n/a

Time: 16:00 – 16:45 Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Clothing/special equipment: stringed instrument, music (as needed)

Description: Open to string musicians, this ensemble is involved in a variety of events throughout the year. Come and play some fun music with Mrs Boyle in Chamber Strings!

Please note: you must have playing your instrument for a year.

Day: Wednesday

DESCANT RECORDERS

Venue: Music School Led by: Mrs Core Max cap: n/a

Time: 16:00 – 16:45

Clothing/special equipment: Recorder, music (as needed)

Cost: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Ever wanted to try the recorder? Or perhaps you play it already. Come and join the Descant Recorders to play in a group and harmonise with your friends.

Day: Wednesday

Clothing/special equipment: none

Venue: 6 Aleph Led by: Ms Chang Max cap: 20

Time: 16:00 – 16:45

Cost: none: none Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: 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!

Day: Wednesday

Y4, Y5 & Y6 KARATE

Venue: Performance Space Led by: Mr Patel Max cap: 25

Time: 16:15 – 17:00 Cost: none: £9/wk Packed Lunch: n/a

Clothing/special equipment: Gi or PE kit, water bottle

Description: Join Mr Patel, a qualified karate instructor, for Karate after school on Wednesday. Perfect for those who have already attended karate or have some experience of martial arts and those new to the sport. As well as learning fundamental karate skills, you may even get the opportunity to progress onto your next colour belt!

Please note: You may wear a karate gi once you have achieved a blue belt.

Contact: patel.karate@icloud.com

Thursday

Day: Thursday

MAD SCIENCE

Clothing/special equipment: none

Venue: JS Science Led by: Mad Science Max cap: 22

Time: 16:00 – 17:00 Cost: £11.50/wk Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: In the Mad Science after school programme, you will see daring demonstrations, complete science challenges and build and make cool science projects to take home. Each week, there is a different, exciting topic related to Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, and Technology such as exploring The Human Body, the science behind magic, Spy Academy and much more.

Contact: info@madsciencehb.co.uk

Day: Thursday

JUDO*

Clothing/special equipment: PE Kit

Venue: Boys’ Prep Hall Led by: Mr Alexander Max cap: 12

Time: 16:10 – 17:10 Cost: none: £11/wk Packed Lunch: n/a

Description: Calling all aspiring martial artists and champions! Join Judo and embark on a thrilling journey, where the principles of respect, discipline, and martial arts excellence come together! Develop friendships as you practice and learn alongside fellow judokas, fostering a sense of unity.

Please note: This activity is in collaboration with Habs’ Boys Pre-Prep and pick up is from the Boys’ Pre-Prep reception.