CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME
CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME
CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME
CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME
CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME
CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME
CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMME
Hulmeian Award
The Co-curricular programme is the spirit of Hulme Our programme is not an add on or an ‘extra’ it is a core aspect of what we offer here at Hulme The academic experience of students at Hulme is enriched through the co-curricular programme with students being offered pursuits and experiences that ignite interests, encourage independent learning and enable students to find their own passions outside of the classroom that they can continue into adulthood.
To support our programme and guide them in achieving the most from co-curricular whilst at Hulme we have our Hulmeian Awards The Hulmeian Award recognises the contribution of students to the co-curriculum The award has 4 levels; bronze, silver, gold and platinum The award starts by encouraging lower school students to experience all that Hulme has to offer and guide them as their talents emerge and they begin to specialise. The latter end of the award focuses on leadership and giving back to the school whilst gaining experiences through outreach
The aim of the Hulmeian Award is that students during their time at Hulme will;
Embrace what the co-curricular programme has to offer
Represent Hulme in competition
Complete Bronze DofE minimum
Participate in a school show as cast or crew or perform in a music event
Contribute to charitable events each academic year
Volunteer their time through a ‘Service’ opportunity
Develop leadership skills
The Hulmeian Award will reward the most committed students who have embraced all that the programme has to offer The award begins with a Bronze level which is aimed at Year 7 The Bronze level encourages the students to achieve 4 of the 6 ‘Hulme Honours’ by getting involved in a wide range of co-curricular activities The Bronze Hulmeian Award is awarded to students who gain a minimum of four out of the six honours across Year 7 and 8
Bronze Award
Train to be a prep peer mentor
Complete a Digital Detox challenge
Attend Josh Silver’s Hulme Talk
Create a mental health ‘Top Trumps’ for Year 7’s
Attend weekly DICE or PRISM meetings
Be part of the cultural diversity festivities
Attend philosophy debate club for a minimum of a half term
Attend diversity and inclusion focused Hulme Talk
Complete an ‘Around the world project’ and share it with your form
Commit to 2 ‘Arts’ clubs for a full term
Write an article for the Hulmeian newsletter
Commit to 2 STEM clubs for a full term Achieve CREST discovery award
Become a digital leader
Compete in a coding or e-sports competition Participate in the Junior Maths challenge
Commit to 3 sports clubs for a full term Participate in sports day Gain 25 ‘Hulme caps’ over the academic year
Attend the ‘Sports’ focused Hulme Talk
Write a match report or article for the sports newsletter
Cast or crew in the Winter Show Be part of the choir or band
Submit an entry for the Winfield Literacy Award by 1st December 2024
Organise a charity event that supports an eco charity
Be part of the Oldham litter pick project
Be a member at Gardening Club or Eco Club
Volunteer a minimum of 10 hours to the Hulme Garden
Complete the Earth
Day House Competition
As students move through to the Silver and Gold awards in Years 9 through to 11 they are encouraged to continue to embrace the co-curricular programme, attend Hulme talks regularly and look to take on more leadership and service opportunities. Students are also encouraged to undertake awards such as the CREST Awards in science, Art Award and achieve the Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh
Silver Award
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Gain 25 credits from co-curricular club attendance
Write an article for the Hulmeian newsletter or sports newsletter
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Achieve a minimum of 20 ‘sports caps’ for representing Hulme sport
Cast or crew in the Winter Show or School Show and/or be part of
Gold Award
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Undertake 2 of the following: All areas must be completed
Complete an MPQ or the Silver CREST award
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All areas must be completed
Complete Silver Duke of Edinburgh Participate in Sports Day
Achieve a minimum of 15 ‘sports caps’ for representing Hulme sport
Be a member of the Gardening Club committee
Cast or crew in the Winter Show or School Show and/or be part of the choir or band Captain a sports team for a season
Contribute to the Eco Award Organise a charity event
Volunteer your time at the Hulme Garden Represent Hulme in a competition
Become a peer mentor
Be a reading buddy
Our Platinum Award is aimed at our Sixth Form with students focusing on leadership and focusing their attention on specific areas of the co-curriculum which will support them in life beyond Hulme. They are guided to complete the EPQ or Gold CREST award in science, Gold Duke of Edinburgh and opportunities to represent Hulme in Sport, Performing Arts, Young Enterprise and Mock Trial to name a few
Platinum Award
Our Hulmeian Awards guide our students through their co-curricular journey here at Hulme However we recognise that some students will choose to specialise and focus their time in Sport, Music and Drama Their commitment will be recognised in the long tradition of ‘Hulme Colours’ that are typically rewarded at the end of Year 9 for commitment to Lower School, Year 11 for commitment to Middle School and finally Senior Colours in Sixth Form. We encourage all of our students to embrace all that Hulme has to offer, in particular our fantastic co-curricular programme
Mrs R. Ford Senior Teacher for Co-curricular
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Art Club
Have fun learning about making from clay using a variety of techniques to develop your skills; pinch pots, coiling, slabs and modelling You will then be able to design and make your own piece of work and glaze it using the techniques you have learned.
Arts Award Club
At the arts award club students will be actively involved in creative activities and produce their own art work and they will work towards achieving the Silver Arts Award The arts club will also allow students to develop leadership skills through the planning of art projects, overcoming practical difficulties and reviewing their work They will use a range of art forms and techniques to create pieces of art and will learn about a range of different art genres
Board Games
A great opportunity for all pupils in Years 7 to 13 to get together and try their hand at a range of different board games Feel free to bring your own from home and we’ll also have lots of different ones for you to try As well as developing new skills, including strategic thinking, it is a chance to socialise and have fun
Book Club
Are you in Years 7-13 and love books? Then Book Club is the perfect place for you! We’re a relaxed and friendly group with no set reading list just a chance to dive into books you love, share your current reads, and discover new ones with friends Our meetings are all about lively discussions, exploring different perspectives, and finding fresh inspiration for what to read next We also dive into the world of books, including publishing, marketing, and more It’s a fantastic way to connect with other students who share your passion for reading, with opportunities to participate in book awards, review programs, and hopefully even attend author events! If you ’ re looking to enjoy reading in a whole new way, come and join Book Club.
CChess Club
Chess club is a fantastic club for all to learn and play chess. Students will have the opportunity to play against others for fun each week with the opportunity for some advice from our school Chess Master. Throughout the academic year, there are a number of Hulme chess competitions; In the Autumn term, students will train for the annual interhouse chess competition where they will be playing as a team and the winning house will be awarded the inter-house chess competition shield In the spring term, there will be opportunities for individual competitions to select a junior chess champion (year 7 to 9) a senior chess champion (Year 10 to 13) and an overall champion (7-13) for the school. In addition to school competitions, we compete in local and regional competitions.
Coding Club
Students will learn how to code in different programming languages using Scratch and Python Students will also have the opportunity to enter local and national competitions such as the Young Coders Competition and the ISA coding competition Resources such as Codecombat and Hour of Code will be used also to help you with the skills to build your own game!
Cookery Club
Come and explore different cultures and cuisines We will be planning and cooking different dishes from around the world developing your cooking skills and knowledge of ingredients used.
CCREST Award: Bronze
The Bronze CREST Award is for Year 9 where we are looking at the chemistry of bath bombs We will start by planning our methods, bearing all health and safety concerns in mind then making and testing each type that we make Each team will be asked to write a report explaining their findings. This leads to a recognised CREST award certificate The recommended time for Bronze level is between 10 and 12 hours so we should be able to complete the whole award in one year
CREST Award: Silver
The Silver CREST Award is for Years 10 and 11; here we are going to research the chemistry of suncreams It will be run in a similar way to the Bronze award but this links closely to our chemistry GCSE specification and more detailed investigations are expected in order to gain the Silver CREST certificate. The expected timescale is approximately 30 hours so this will be run in parallel with the two-year GCSE course
CREST Award: Gold
The Gold CREST Award is for the Sixth Form students where we are going to look at the science involved in Vitamin Supplements. The time commitment for Gold level is at least 70 hours so will run alongside the two-year A Level course but will involve time outside of lunchtimes from the students to reach the required degree of detail needed to gain the Gold CREST Award. It is, however, worth the effort; Gold CREST Awards are recognised by universities and sit at a similar standard and amount of work as the EPQ
DRAMA
Our Drama Clubs give you the opportunity to meet new friends, and perform or work backstage in our school productions Years 7, 8 and 9 can attend on a Monday lunchtime, whereas Year 10 and above can join Hulme Players This senior theatre production company meets every Thursday after school
Later in the school year, Year 9 will have further opportunities to experience the GCSE Drama option You can also take part in our productions and practise theatre design
We also offer opportunities to meet professional casting directors and agents and some of our students have been given paid work as a result of these This information is sent via email to relevant students as they are usually looking for a certain age or other distinguishing factors. Partnering with professional theatres and organisations, Hulme offers tailor-made industry experience.
HulmePlayers
This is for our most senior students (Year 10 and above) to allow them to create and perform drama plays. This club will support those who have chosen drama for their GCSE’s and A-Levels and is open to those who have a passion for the performing arts.
Winter Show
All years can be involved in our Winter Show which takes place in November There is a role for everyone no matter whether you want to be in a lead role or chorus line. Keep a look out for our chosen productions.
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Students Year 9 upwards will embark on the production of a popular musical There is opportunity for pupils to perform in principal roles down to chorus roles, but also to help backstage with set, props, costume, sound and lighting. This culminates in four performances in front of an audience This is an excellent opportunity for students to showcase their talents, improve their skills and grow in confidence
Drama LAMDA examinations
Wild Things Performing Arts CIC offer small group workshops and one-to-one classes for acting exams All LAMDA courses can lead up to the Gold Medal which gives UCAS points which can help you to get a place at university
Wild Things: LAMDA Acting Classes
Wild Things provides a safe, inclusive and fun space for young people to develop their confidence, creativity and communication skills through performance. Students work on skills such as confidence, clear speaking, articulation of ideas, teamwork, storytelling, character creation, voice and movement
At Hulme, our students progress through the prestigious London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) Acting curriculum, gaining internationally recognised qualifications and honing confidence, creativity and communication skills for stage and life! Wild Things has a 100% LAMDA pass rate since 2010, predominantly Merits and Distinctions!
LAMDA lessons and exams count towards the Duke of Edinburgh award, and the higher grades grant UCAS points for university applications Our alumni have gone on to have careers in medicine, politics, film and theatre; we ’ re honoured they credit Wild Things with nurturing their confidence, resilience and self-belief! Most importantly, our lessons offer a chance to break away from the curriculum and enjoy some creative time!
Available for Year 7 -11
When: Tuesday and Wednesday lunchtimes, 1240 - 120pm (students can attend either class)
Where: Drama Studio
Cost: £7.50 per class (invoiced in full in advance of each term by direct debit)
Current Wild Things students DO NOT need to register again - your place for the next academic year is reserved automatically!
We look forward to welcoming your child to Wild Things! If you have any questions or would like to sign up, please email us at jenny@wildthingsperformingarts.org.uk
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DICE Team
DICE (Diversity and Inclusion Celebratory Events) is a team of students that run all the special events that celebrate our diverse school community. Throughout the year we meet to organise a number of events with Culture Day being our annual major celebration We also organise events and assemblies for Black History Month, Chinese New Year, Men’s Health Awareness Month and more
Digital Leaders
Digital leaders - you will be trained and possibly gain a formal qualification (Google Certification Level 1) in the advanced use of Google Apps and the more advanced features of the chromebook and other technology used around school. The aim of the group is to have highly skilled students who can assist other students when things go wrong with technology in their lessons This club WILL be more than turning things off and back on again!
DuoLingo Club
To promote the learning of current or new languages among our students, our DuoLingo club is a great way to try new languages in a fun way We will look at Languages around the world and see where they are spoken. Students can decide which language they want to learn and students will use the app and start to create healthy competition with their peers
Duke of Edinburgh Award
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Silver will undertake a Practice Expedition of two nights camping/ three days navigation in the Peak District, and an Assessed Expedition in the Yorkshire Dales of the same duration.
Gold will undertake a three day, two night expedition in the Peak District as a Practice Expedition and an Assessed Expedition of three nights and four days in the Yorkshire Dales Gold participants must also undertake a Residential experience away from home and separate from the Expeditions
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Eco Club
Eco Club is all about being part of the change! If you care about the environment, conservation, and the health of our planet, this is the perfect club for you. From exciting projects like creating wildlife habitats to leading recycling initiatives around school, you'll have the chance to make a real difference We also organise fun activities like community recycling, upcycling crafts, and energy-saving challenges Whether you're passionate about tackling climate change, reducing waste, or protecting wildlife you’ll be part of making a positive difference.
E-Sports Club
The e-sports club provides a unique opportunity for students to engage in competitive video gaming in a safe and supportive environment. This club aims to promote teamwork, communication, and critical thinking skills, while also fostering a sense of community among students who share a passion for gaming By participating in the esports club, students can develop valuable skills that can be transferred to other areas of their academic, personal, and professional lives, while also having fun and building lasting relationships with like-minded peers. Our e-sports clubs also provide our students with the opportunity to compete in an inter house competition and also in regional and national competitions.
Food For Thought - Community Action
This club is all about working together as the big-hearted community that we are at Hulme. We help prepare for and run the charity events in school, and we do things in our wider community, like working with local nursing homes and food banks. We are the helping hands and we come up with the ideas to do some of the lovely events in the school year
Food Science
Club
Are you interested in the science behind food? In our food science club we will be embarking on a range of fun experiments using a range of food and drink You will be able to understand the compounds of food, their benefits and be able to cook using some really cool food experiments.
Gardening Club
Do you want to be part of Hulme’s very own green-fingered gardeners? Would you like to be part of the development of the school allotment? In Gardening Club we will work together to design and create a retreat from the busy bustle of school life in our very own Hulme Garden The society is going to design our new Hulme Garden, looking to make it into a sensory garden with areas to grow fruit and vegetables and propagate plants Gardening Club is led by students and along with staff support we will create opportunities to enjoy nature and develop new skills
Japanese & Anime Club
In the Japanese and Anime club we will be primarily watching, sharing and discussing anime We will also be learning simple spoken Japanese through games and role play, writing simple Japanese characters (kanji) and calligraphy, decoding using hiragana and katakana Also a cultural focus on food, arts, music (J pop), film (for example studio Ghibli) and fashion
Jigsaw & Strategy Club
Reduce stress, improve memory skills, concentration and focus Ideal to take a break from work and reset whilst completing puzzles
Junior Maths Challenge
Practice for mathematical problem solving for Year 7 and 8 students, culminating in the UKMT Junior Maths Challenge, in which a Gold, Silver or Bronze certification can be achieved High-achieving students may also gain entry into the UKMT Junior Kangaroo or UKMT Junior Mathematical Olympiad
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Latin
Language learning and exploring Roman civilization Each week we will learn the vocabulary and grammar of the language as well as explore the fascinating culture and history of the ancient Romans Understanding Latin can sharpen the mind and deepen understanding of the English language. Those who participate should be able to translate long sentences from Latin into English and know also about the Latin influence on the etymology of so many English words The course also includes aspects of classical civilisation
Lego club is open to all students who enjoy a creative challenge without limitations Lego club has a mix of pieces and using our imagination and themes we create a wide range of Lego masterpieces!
Law & Politics Society
In these sessions on law and politics, students will explore key concepts such as the role of laws in society, the Constitution, branches of government, elections, and famous court cases They’ll learn about democracy, political parties, and international law, while developing critical thinking, debating, and decision-making skills. Through engaging discussions and activities, they’ll gain a clearer understanding of how legal and political systems affect their lives Attending these sessions will inspire students to think about real-world issues, empowering them to become informed citizens and potential future leaders This interactive experience makes law and politics both relatable and exciting
Session titles for this term:
Introduction to Law: Why Do We Have Laws?
Understanding the Constitution: What It Means for Citizens
Branches of Government: How Power Is Divided
Voting and Elections: Why Every Vote Counts
Rights and Responsibilities: What Does the Law Protect?
Famous Supreme Court Cases: How Decisions Shape Our Lives
What is a Democracy? Comparing Government Systems
The Role of Political Parties: How Do They Influence Elections?
Introduction to International Law: How Countries Work Together
How to Debate: Presenting Your Views on Legal and Political Issues
Maths Club
Maths Club is open to Years 7 and 8. Students will be able to take part in activities that enrich their Maths knowledge such as making 3D shapes, code breaking, tessellations and Escher All abilities will enjoy the activities on offer
Medics, Vets and Dentistry Society
Explore the realms of medicine, dentistry, and veterinary science with our lunchtime club This program offers:
Practical Dissections: Engage in hands-on dissection experiments
Expert Insights: Receive lectures and advice from Year 13 students and professionals in these fields.
CV Development: Learn how to enhance your CV through meaningful volunteering opportunities
Career Guidance: Gain insights into career paths and academic requirements for these disciplines
Prepare for your future in healthcare by joining our club. Take the first step toward your aspirations today.
MUSIC
Choir
The school choir is at the heart of the school year. We work towards showcase events such as Speech Night and the Christmas Carol Service as well as performing in school concerts The school choir is open to all regardless of singing ability or experience The important thing is the participation and inclusion and the joy of coming together as a group to work towards a common goal
Wind Band
Open to all brass and woodwind players, the Wind Band performs at school concerts and events, such as the Christmas Fair, and provides an excellent experience of communal music-making under the leadership of our fantastic brass teacher
Soul Band
The soul band is intended for more experienced musicians. Anyone wishing to join should notify Mr Robertson as numbers are limited The soul band mixes singers and instrumentalists and performs a varied repertoire of soul band ‘standards’ from the 1960s to the present day By invitation only.
Oxbridge Group
A fortnightly seminar-style session for those considering applying to Oxford and Cambridge universities Talks, application support, conferences and workshops, mock interviews and overnight stays at the universities will all form part of this experience Year 12 only.
Peer Mentors
If you are friendly and enjoy helping others then come and join Peer Mentors This is a club where we aim to support every pupil through various different ways You will be given full training, focusing on a variety of skills from listening to promoting good wellbeing. We are aiming to plan a variety of activities throughout the year including; fundraising, discussion groups and a well being campaign.
Philosophy Debate Club
Philosophical discussions for Years 7-11, sometimes based on topics in the news and usually chosen (and presented) by pupils If you have a question that lots of people have an answer for, but nobody can agree what that answer is, then this club could be for you!
How should we treat other people? What about those we don’t like?
What do we know? And how do we know we know it?
Who should rule? Why should they be in charge? And who should get a say about it?
What is art? Is there good art and bad art?
What is cheating? And is it always wrong?
Poetry & Spoken Word
We will explore poetry in forms you may never have known, create your own poetry and develop writing strategies along the way We will also look at spoken word poetry You will have a chance to create and perform your own poetry and words
PRISM
PRISM aims to support LGBTQ+ students and allies within our weekly club We will also organise events such as Pride Week, LGBT History month etc
Public Speaking
Find your voice, and develop the skills to use it with confidence, clarity and conviction - and have lots of fun at the same time! We enter the annual Rotary Club Youth Speaks competition along with ISA and national competitions.
Weekly quizzes with a different teacher hosting each week on general knowledge There will be a leaderboard and an overall winner at the end There is also the opportunity to participate in the Schools Challenge Quiz Quiz League
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RSC Young Analyst
Are you a keen Chemist? The RSC Young analysis is a great opportunity to solve chemistry problems. We are looking for groups of 3 Sixth Form students to compete against each other to solve a chemistry problem. Could that be you?
Science Club
Explore what Science has to offer through a wide range of different experiments! Aimed at Year 7 pupils we try to nurture a passion for the subject by developing practical skills through a range of fabulously fun activities We will cover a wide array of topics across all three science areas and we will work towards achieving CREST discovery awards
Senior School Show
Students Year 9 upwards will embark on the production of a popular musical. There is opportunity for pupils to perform in principal roles down to chorus roles, but also to help backstage with set, props, costume, sound and lighting. This culminates in four performances in front of an audience. This is an excellent opportunity for students to showcase their talents, improve their skills and grow in confidence.
The Makery - DT Club
A creative hub where senior school pupils can explore their passions and unleash their imagination. Throughout the year, we offer an exciting range of themes, materials and seasonal ‘makes’. Through engaging projects and challenges, pupils develop teamwork, problem- solving and fine motor skills Experience the benefits of stress relief, creativity and mindfulness At various points of the year, this club also supports ‘The Rainbow Babies’, offering a unique opportunity to support families who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss Join and make a positive impact through the power of knitting donations of bonnets and blankets for antenatal care at Oldham and Rochdale hospitals.
Warhammer is a weekly lunchtime club with the opportunity for painting, modelling and gaming The club has its own models and you can bring in your own We are a friendly and welcoming club, so, if you haven’t taken part in tabletop gaming before, or haven’t played much before, we will run simple games to help you get up to speed with the rules More experienced gamers can also compete with other Warhammer enthusiasts.
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Dance
Are you an experienced dancer or someone who would like to develop their dance skills? Then Dance is for you and you will be in good hands with an amazing dance teacher from ‘Infinity Dance’, a local dance school run by an old Hulmeian During the session you will create routines using a number of dancestylesandhavebucketloadsoffun
Dodgeball
Our lunchtime dodgeball club will rotate around year groups It is a perfect opportunity to have fun withyourfriendsandplayDodgeball.
Football - Girls
GirlsFootballisopentoallgirlsinYear7throughtoYear13 Itisafantasticwayforstudentstoenjoy being active with their peers as well as develop and refine their techniques We will look at refining specific techniques as well as tactics and strategy in game play We will compete in Football fixtures against other independent schools as well as Oldham Schools, ISFA and English Schools competitionsthroughoutTerm1andTerm2.
Football - Boys Year 7 - 1st XI
Football gives an opportunity for students to develop their skills, cardiovascular endurance as well as a senseofenjoymentplayingwiththeirpeers Theseclubsgivestudentsadditionalopportunitiestoplay footballoutsideofPElessonswithahigherfocusongameplay
The football clubs are open to boys of all abilities from Years 7-11 and the 1st XI And 2nd XI squads There are sessions for students from all age groups and the focus will change each week ranging from developing core skills to implementing tactics in games. There will also be focus for squads to prepare forupcomingmatches
Golf Club
This will help you improve your golf swing and give you experience in competitions The club will involve a small group of pupils going to a local golf club for lessons with the club professional. Beginners are welcome The lessons will take place after school and there will be a charge for the sessions Ifweareoversubscribedthepupilstakingpartwillhavetobeonrotation Aspartofthegolf team, you will also have the opportunity to enter golfing competitions such as the Lancashire Schools GolfTeamChampionships.
Netball
Netball is open to all girls in Years 7 to 13 We offer lunchtime and after school training sessions and everyone is welcome to attend. We will also run performance and skill specific workshops as well throughout the year. We play lots of friendly matches and enter teams in the Oldham school netball league and rally’s, Greater Manchester and North West leagues, tournaments, festivals and we also enterteamsinnationalcompetitions
Strength and Conditioning
This club is open to all year groups of all abilities Whether you want to develop strength and endurance to further excel in school sport or to develop general physical health The sessions will include; full body circuits, core development as well as conditioning sessions These will change and adaptonaweeklybasistoprovideanallroundphysicaldevelopmentoverthecourseoftheterm.
Swimming
Swimming club is a fantastic way for students to develop and refine their techniques and work with the swimming squad to prepare for our bi-weekly galas We will look at specific swimming stroke techniques, turns and dives as well as race strategies We will compete in swimming galas against other independent schools, compete at the annual Independent Schools Association swimming competitionandESSAcompetitions.
Table Tennis
This is open to all boys and girls in all years We will work on all of the different skills required to be successful when playing but the focus will be on game play and tactics to allow you to develop those skills under pressure We compete in the Oldham Schools and Independent Schools Association competitionsacrossallages
Trampolining
We offer three trampolining clubs to suit all ages and abilities We will progress from practising the basicskillsofdifferentshapesandtwistsanddevelopuptomoredifficultcombinationmoves Wewill work towards putting a routine together which can be showcased in the last session We compete in thelocalschoolscompetitionintrampolining
Volleyball
This is open to all boys and girls in all years Here we will work on the set, dig, spike, serve and block Once we have mastered these skills, we will look at gameplay and tactics to make us more successful. We are hoping that as the numbers grow we will look at playing against other schools in fixtures Pleasebringapackedlunchsothatwecangetasmuchtimeoncourtaspossible.
Water Polo
Our water polo club is open to competent swimmers in all years Each week we refine and develop our skillslearntinPElessonsinafunandcompetitiveenvironment
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Athletics
This is open to boys and girls in all years in the summer term. There is something for everyone; whether it be sprinting,longdistancerunning,jumpingorthrowing
Each week we have several different stations where pupils can concentrate on their specialism or have a go at different events It really helps us to progress towards our athletics competitions for those who wish to do so during thesummerterm
Cricket
The Cricket Clubs at Hulme Grammar School are attended by boys and girls in Years 3-13 At training sessions, pupils develop their batting, bowling and fielding techniques and transfer them into match situations Pupils attending develop their overall fitness, stamina and hand eye coordination
In addition to the physical health benefits, our Cricket clubs can improve a pupils' team skills, social skills such as co-operation and communication The school teams have a fixture list of friendly games, both midweek and on Saturday mornings during the summer term. Our teams also compete in the Lancashire County Cup competitions and the Oldham Schools Cricket Cup competitions.
Rounders
RoundersclubisopentoallstudentsfromYear7 through to Year 13 It is a fantastic way for studentstoenjoybeingactivewiththeirpeersas well as develop and refine their techniques We will look at specific techniques of bowling, batting and fielding as well as tactics and strategy in game play We will compete in Rounders fixtures against other independent schoolsaswellasOldhamSchoolscompetitions.
Tennis
Here at Hulme we offer tennis to all students with clubs organised based on ability We have sessions for students who are new to tennis and are building on foundation skills. We develop their basic game play building on experiences from PE lessons and we also offer a club for our more able tennis players where we develop more strategic game play in both doubles and singles We compete in the LTA AEGON cup and Oldham schoolscompetitions
Service Opportunities
Through the Hulmeian Award we encourage all students to volunteer their time to clubs and events across the school and throughout the year. Some of the service opportunities we have are;
Class Prefects in Prep
Year 12 students will be given the opportunity to volunteer their time in Prep and become class prefects Each class prefect will be assigned a class from Pre-Prep through to Year 6. They will work with the class teachers and volunteer to support academic activities, playtime and mentoring students throughout the year. This is a fantastic opportunity for any students to step out of their comfort zone and work with our youngest students at Hulme It will also be a fantastic opportunity for students who wish to work with children or work in the Health or Care industries
This opportunity is only available for our Year 12 cohort and is awarded following an application process
Sports Assistants
This is a fantastic opportunity for students to give back and support younger students in their sporting pursuits Students from Year 9 upwards will be able to volunteer their time at lunch or after school to support sports clubs for Year 3 Prep upwards Students will develop key skills such as communication, leadership, patience and will have the opportunity to develop greater understanding of sport and also the ability to officiate. More information coming from Mrs Ford regarding how to sign up with opportunities throughout the academic year
Prep Club Assistants
Students in Year 9 upwards will be able to volunteer to support Prep and Pre-Prep clubs
We are looking for individuals to support students in their chosen pursuits and assist the staff leading the clubs. It is a great opportunity to volunteer in your favourite subject areas or simply have the chance to experience what it is like to work with younger students at Hulme
Reading Buddies
Through the academic year there will be opportunities to support our Prep students with their reading We are looking for committed students to volunteer to hear and assist our Prep students in their reading This will be a lunchtime activity and will require vital listening skills and patience This will be offered for students through the senior school.
Showcase Events
Throughout the academic year there are a number of Showcase events such as sports day, the school show and many more and always need volunteers to ensure the smooth running of the events. Keep your eyes peeled for a number of exciting opportunities.
Leadership Opportunities
Here at Hulme we pride ourselves on offering our students the opportunity to develop their leadership from Year 7 through to 13. Students will be able to apply for each of the roles throughout the year.
Sports Captains
Hulme has a long history of sports leadership and we encourage our students to take up captaincy roles across all of our competitive sports This is available for students from Year 7 The role of captainandvice-captainisestablishedalongwiththeteacherinchargeoftheteam Within Sixth Form to recognise the commitment to Hulme sport, we asked Year 12 and 13 students to apply for the role of whole school sports captain for a chosen sport Within this role, students are expectedtoassistwithPrepandLowerSchoolclubsintheirsport,leadtheirownteamandbesports ambassadorsatkeyeventssuchassportsday
House Captains
Each of our 4 House's; Assheton, Booth-Platt, Hulme and Lees appoint two whole school House captains Their role is to support and lead all house events from our Hulme's Got Talent event through to Sports Day This role is offered to our Year 12 students and applications will be invited eachSeptember
School Council
The school council plays a vital role in the senior school and sixth form and each form selects school council representatives each September They will attend termly meetings and bring key agenda items from the students body to be discussed with senior leadership Please speak with your form tutorstodiscussthisrolefurther
Peer Mentors
At Hulme we have fantastic support for mental health and through the peer mentors group we have the opportunity for students to become Peer mentors This is offered to our more senior students in Year 11 upwards and Miss Lavin will discuss this amazing leadership opportunity further within weeklypeermentorsessions
Hulme Ambassadors
At Hulme we have a long tradition of Head students and prefects, who are now known as ambassadors This opportunity is offered to Year 12 in the summer term through into Year 13 Mrs BerryourHeadofSixthFormwillsharemoreinformationintheSummertermregardinghowtoapply fortheseroles
Co-curricular Key Numbers 2023/24
142 students participated in the Winter and Senior School Show
52 sports teams in total across 12 different sports
89 clubs and societies
67 teams and squads
10+ serviceandleadership opportunities
82% participation in Bronze Duke of Edinburgh
54% of students represented Hulme in sport
