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At LEH we aim to provide you with a wide choice of opportunities to develop your talents, skills and interests beyond the classroom. Our extra-curricular provision is quite deliberately wide-ranging, enriching and inspiring. This guide aims to give you a flavour of the types of clubs and societies you can join, as well as interests you can pursue, outside the classroom. We hope that there is something to cater for every taste, including rewarding activities where you can contribute to the wider life of the school and local community.
The House system also provides many opportunities not only to showcase your talents and interests, but also to develop new skills, and work with pupils in different years throughout the school. We encourage every student to contribute positively to their House, not only through active participation in House events but also by supporting others in pursuing their interests and further developing our culture of mutual respect and support.
Why not try something new? 3rds = Year 7 L4 = Year 8 U4 = Year 9 L5 = Year 10 U5 = Year 11 L6 = Year 12 U6 = Year 13 GROUPYEARKEY
The Extra-Curricular Guide
Make the most of the many and varied opportunities that LEH has to offer; choose sensibly and don’t overload yourself – remember it’s important to balance your chosen activities with your out of school commitments and your academic work.
These complement the already exciting opportunities throughout the year, including the joint musical with Hampton School, the School Play, and the House Film Festival. There are also many productions staged as part of the GCSE Drama and A level Theatre Studies exam. For those who have more of a technical theatre interest, the Theatre Tech Club is a fantastic opportunity to learn about the technical aspects of drama; from this September, this will include a separate specialist group looking at the marketing and audience management aspect of technical theatre work.
• 3rds & L4 production (Summer Term)
• Trinity College Speech and Drama Lessons • 3rds, L4 and U4 Drama Club • Dance Club • L4 Theatre in Education Project • U4/L5 Play
• Sixth Form Play
or those interested in the more technical aspects of theatre can develop their love of all things dramatic, making good use of the amazing, state-of-the-art and flexible performance space we are lucky enough to enjoy in the Jane Ross Theatre, including:
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LEHMusicisrenowned for its music-making. There are many different ways you can be involved in the musical life of the school. The activities offered change from time-to-time, but the following give you an idea of the typical groups you could join: CHOIRS Junior Choir (3rds–L4 – non-auditioned) Junior Chamber Choir (L4–U4 – auditioned) • Senior Choir (U4–U6 – non-auditioned) • The Holles Singers (U4–U6 – auditioned) • Cantata (U4–U6 – auditioned Chamber Choir)•SATB Choir with Hampton School (U4–U6 – an auditioned Chamber Choir) PREPARATION • Aural (Gradeslessons4,5& 6) • Aural (Gradeslessons7&8) • Grade 5 theory Sight singing ENSEMBLES Symphony Orchestra (3rds–U6 – auditioned) • Senior(3rds–U6–Stringsauditioned)IntermediateStrings (3rds–U4) • Sinfonietta (3rds-U5 – non auditioned) • Brass Group (3rds–U6) • Flute Ensemble (3rds–U6) • Clarinet Ensemble (3rds–U6) • Off the Cuff (3rds–U6) • Jazz Club (3rds–U6) • Saxophone Group (3rds–U6) • Rock Bands (3rds–U6) • Percussion Ensemble (3rds–U6) ENSEMBLESCHAMBER In addition to these large groups there are opportunities for Music Scholars and other musicians to perform in chamber ensembles. The following gives a flavour of the sort of ensembles run over the past few years: • String Quartet • String trio • Flute Quintet • Opera Trio • Barbershop Quartet • Wind Quintet • Saxophone Quartet • Piano Trio • Piano Duet • Piano Quintet
ThereSportare many opportunities to take part in sporting activities at LEH, whether you want to play competitively or just take part for fun. We have a fantastic reputation for sport and are very lucky to enjoy amazing pitches and facilities. We enter National School competitions at the highest level along with friendly fixtures against local schools for all age groups and teams. There are new sports clubs starting all the time, but the following list gives you an idea of the sort of activities you can be involved in: AUTUMN AND SPRING TERMS • Lacrosse: U12, U13, U14, U15, Seniors • Netball: U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, Seniors • Badminton Club • Trampolining Club • Cross Country Club • Running Club SUMMER TERM • Athletics: Juniors and Intermediates • Cricket: U12, U13, U14, U15 • Tennis: U12, U13, U14, U15 ALL YEAR • Rowing:Fencing J14, J15, J16, Seniors
The Book Clubs are open to all students and offer the opportunity to meet and discuss a variety of books and authors. Students choose and agree to read a book a month and meet to review and discuss their choice. Staff and Sixth Form volunteers may attend and often lead activities.
CARNEGIE READING GROUP
The primary aims of this group are writing letters in support of prisoners of conscience or to Heads of State regarding breaches of human rights and raising funds to support the work of Amnesty International. Where possible, the group joins forces with Hampton School and works towards presenting an assembly each year and running ‘The Secret Policeman’s Ball’. (All welcome)
AMNESTY
AIRGINEERS DRONE CLUB
This group meets during the Spring term when we ‘shadow’ the judging process for the CILIP Carnegie Book Award. We read, discuss and review the books on the shortlist selected by CILIP’s panel of Librarian judges and engage in reading related activities online and with Hampton School. The group is great fun and
A fun and informal club, run by our U6 mentors, for Thirds to mix, have a giggle and get to know each other. Pop in for games, biscuits and lots of chatter!
THIRDS CHATTER
This club focuses on building and flying drones. Students will be able to design their own drone using Computer Aided Design. There may be opportunities for entering competitions.
BRIDGE CLUB
Over a hundred activity slots are scheduled each week. Whether it’s sport, music, drama, creative arts, academic clubs, or other fun activities, we hope there is something for everyone. We encourage new suggestions and pupils are always welcome to set up new clubs. Some clubs are open to everyone, others are targeted at specific age groups. The list that follows will give you an idea of some of the options open to you – other activities will be added to the extra-curricular timetable at the start of each term.
CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
BOOK CLUBS
Bridge Club meets weekly on Wednesday and we have a small but very loyal band of beginners. Pupils really enjoy taking time out to relax over a few games of cards in the middle of a busy week, while learning an intriguing game which requires concentration, memory and complex thought processes. All of this comes with the added advantage of a very useful global social skill!
ART CLUB
A chance to discuss a range of life issues from a Christian perspective with other students. All opinions are welcomed and valued. (All welcome)
Would you like to be an RAF cadet? Does the thought of taking part in parades, learning how to fly, learning leadership tools, visiting RAF bases and trying out adventurous activities excite you? The LEH CCF aims to “provide a disciplined organisation that allows pupils to develop powers of leadership by means of training to promote the qualities of responsibility, self reliance, resourcefulness, endurance and perseverance”. It’s also a great deal of fun. This activity is run jointly with Hampton School and Hampton High. (U4 – U6)
CHESS CLUB
BioSoc offers an opportunity for students in the L5 & U5 to pursue their enthusiasm for Biology beyond the GCSE syllabus. Led by L6 Biology students, there is a great variety of activities on offer biweekly, such as: dissections, experiments, discussions of Biology in the news, an exploration about careers and opportunities linked to Biology and talks by visiting speakers.
ASTRONOMY CLUB
This club gives students a chance to follow the National Schools’ Observatory programme – undertaking activities from star gazing to designing Mars bases.
LEH CCF (COMBINED CADET FORCE)
Compete among your peers in the school competition for termly chess prizes. You will learn about chess openings and tactics and complete chess puzzles. Advanced students will be encouraged to attend more challenging competitions outside school to push their talents further. Whether you want to grow your logic, memory, or spatial awareness skills – this is the club for you. (Chess is a paid club)
BIOLOGY SOCIETY
This club is open to everyone in 3rds to U4. It gives you an opportunity to look at a variety of different artists and a chance to work collaboratively as well as individually on new, exciting projects. (3rds – U4)
BIG ISSUES
open to all.
CURRENT AFFAIRS SOCIETY
DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S AWARD SCHEME
This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in the technical aspects of our exciting drama productions. You will learn about the responsibilities of Producers, Front of House Managers, Lighting, Set, Sound and Costume Designers, and Production and Stage Managers. You will learn to manage complex projects, set and meet deadlines, allocate substantial budgets, operate challenging technical systems and, over the course of the year, you may also have to coil a lot of cables! (All welcome)
FEMINISM SOCIETY
FOOD IN THE NEWS
This is a society run by Sixth Formers which provides an opportunity for students from all year groups to gather to discuss and debate all ideas and issues surrounding Feminism.
You can work towards Bronze, Silver and Gold awards whilst at LEH. Everyone gains different things from the scheme, but there are some common benefits, such as self-belief, self-confidence, independence of thought and action, and a sense of responsibility, which really shine through in pupils who have undertaken any of the awards. LEH runs one of the largest Duke of Edinburgh programmes in London. Develop new skills, engage in service and volunteering, work as part of a team and really challenge yourself on expedition. (U4 – U6)
For those interested in finding out about current affairs in an informal environment. We read newspapers, have a weekly student-run quiz and debate topical issues. (3rds – U6)
ADVANCED CHEMISTRY CLUB
Our Classics society is open to all years and is held jointly with Hampton. We meet every Tuesday lunchtime and explore themes or topics from the ancient world, read plays and discuss or debate issues. Students regularly run sessions about topics that interest them such as Paris the misunderstood hero or Greek medicine.
This club takes place over lunchtime on Thursdays in B week. It is for 3rds and L4 students and provides an opportunity to prepare, cook and taste foods that are in the news, e.g. during January we trial a range
This group is open to all and runs for half an hour over a lunchtime every other week. The aim is to create a supportive and fun environment to write, make and tell stories and poems. All abilities welcome, come along and use your imagination!
THEATRE TECH CLUB
CREATIVE WRITING
Students learn advanced concepts in preparation for the Chemistry Olympiad and Cambridge Chemistry Challenge. We have considered how oxygen is generated on a nuclear submarine and the Russian MIR space station. Students will also be completing a Gold CREST Award where they choose a topic of interest, create a question and carry out independent research to answer it. (U5)
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This club is run by the Sixth Form Geography Representatives, who organise fun activities for 3rds to take part in such as papercrafts with OS maps, and fun quizzes. There are different activities each session.
DEBATING SOCIETY
These weekly clinics are an opportunity for students to develop and check their understanding of the courses they are undertaking.
This is a regular opportunity for budding performers of all persuasions to share their talents with the rest of the school. (All welcome)
This exciting competition takes place every year in the Autumn Term and is aimed at Year 8 pupils. Think ‘ethical hacking’. It is extremely fun and everyone who has taken part has given great feedback about it. The CyberFirst competition is designed to identify and nurture a diverse range of talented young people into a cyber security career and is ran by the National Cyber Security Centre.
GEOGRAPHY CLUB
of vegetarian recipes and investigate vegan alternatives to celebrate ‘Veganary’.
CYBERFIRST
We concentrate largely on the musical theatre genre and incorporate the work we do on gaining flexibility and strength into our varied dance routines. This activity provides an excellent insight into what is required for the joint annual LEH/Hampton School musical. (U4 – U6)
DANCE CLUB
FRIDAY LIVE!
Focusing on debating competitions, members of this group hone their debating skills in such illustrious and thrilling arenas as the Oxford Union. Come along and learn how to make your arguments even more persuasive! (All welcome)
GCSE & A LEVEL CLINICS
The Drama Festival is one of the highlights of the school year. If you have a dramatic side to your personality, and enjoy working with pupils from other year groups, make sure you audition at the start of Autumn Term. The Festival is organised by members of each House in the L6, and details will be posted nearer the time. (3rds – L5 & L6)
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An exciting club to enjoy recreational activities developed from a variety of mathematical ideas. We have fun playing games, solving puzzles and making models. For example we do everything from logic puzzles to origami and more. (3rds)
Model United Nations (MUN) is a simulation of the real United Nations, in which students role play as different UN Member States to debate current issues on the Organisation’s vast agenda. The students, serving as “Distinguished Representatives” of their State, prepare draft resolutions, negotiate with supporters and adversaries, resolve conflicts, and navigate the UN’s rules of procedure in the interest of mobilising international cooperation to resolve multinational problems. MUN at LEH goes from strength to strength with additional events and conferences added every year. Why not have a go? (All welcome)
HALE society provides an opportunity for pupils from all year groups to discuss and share ideas looking at different themes across all HALE subjects HUMANITIES (History, Geography, RS, History of Art, Politics) ARTS (Art, Drama, Music) LANGUAGES (Modern and Classical) and ENGLISH. This is an opportunity to explore ideas and topics beyond the curriculum in a cross-curricular way.
HALE SOCIETY
This society meets each week for an hour of debate, discussion and cake eating. It provides U5 and Sixth Formers with an opportunity to expand their historical knowledge off syllabus, and provides an excellent stimulus for our historians as well as others who have an interest in historical matters. (U5 – U6)
HISTORY OF ART SOCIETY
HOUSE FILM FESTIVAL (AUTUMN TERM)
MODEL UNITED NATIONS
SCHOOL MAGAZINE
Each week the History of Art Society (HARTsoc) meets to discuss any aspect of Art History that is not part of the curriculum. Topics include Ai Weiwei, The Sistine Chapel Ceiling, great art vandalisms of the past, and much, much more. The aim is to provide students with a wider understanding of the history of art, in addition to the opportunity to discuss and debate outside of the classroom environment.
HISTORY CLUB
An excitingly bold, innovative and issues-based magazine written and edited by students for the whole LEH community. Students are involved with all aspects of content, editing and layout of features with a new issue every term.
PRIDE CLUB
Led by L6 Inclusion Champions, we learn about and explore new cultures in Inclusion Club. Pupils may choose to present their own culture or share the stories of different communities. We also celebrate different events, such as Chinese New Year.
Pride Club is open to everyone at LEH with a focus on issues and information on the LGBTQIA+ community. We are a space to come and chat, discuss, share experiences and most importantly, have some fun.
INCLUSION CLUB
JUNIOR PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB
With thousands of years of history, Chinese culture is endlessly fascinating. Whether your interests are in history, architecture, language, music, festivals or cuisine, a knowledge of Mandarin will enrich your understanding of Chinese culture. Currently open to L4 students on Wednesdays every fortnight.
Do you love languages and learning about other cultures? Japanese Club currently meets on a Thursday lunch time. We learn Japanese language and discuss Japanese culture. Currently we are lucky enough to have a bilingual student in the club who can share her experiences with us. (All welcome)
A great way to develop your photographic skills and have fun too! (3rds)
MANDARIN CLUB
With the assistance of the Sixth Form Philosophy students, we use popular films such as ‘The Adjustment Bureau’ as a stimulus for discussion, addressing philosophical questions such as ‘free will’. Other topics include: ‘why do we have morals?’ and ‘does God exist?’ (U4 – L5)
JAPANESE CLUB
PHILOSOPHY CLUB
PHYSICAL COMPUTING CLUB
An exciting chance to develop your Computer Science skills through interactive projects and team competitions from beginner level upwards. Program a drone, meet a Raspberry Pi, experiment with our VEX robotics kits, design a game, create an App, control a Lego robot, create something with a microbit or invent something completely new! Open to all year groups and it runs throughout the year. (3rds – U6)
THE FABLE
PROGRAMMING FOR THE OUCC COMPETITION
RS ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
There is also the opportunity to try out for participation in Schools’ Challenge, a national school general knowledge quiz competition based on the TV programme ‘University Challenge’. Two ‘junior’ members (3rds - L5) and two ‘senior’ members (U5 – U6) make up each team.
The Fable is the LEH creative writing magazine. We aim to publish two issues a year, each on a specific theme, including writing and artwork from our very talented students. All are welcome to contribute.
Find out more about Science beyond what you will do in lessons alongside the Sixth Form Science reps. Learn more about Biology, Chemistry and Physics with fun experiments. If you are interested in Science, this is the club for you! (3rds)
Seasonal Cooking Club, provides an opportunity for Middle School foodies to meet together to talk about, prepare, cook and taste seasonal ingredients and dishes that are included in the festive food calendar. Examples of the kind of dishes you may make include; miniature Christmas cakes, Chinese spring rolls, Valentine cookies and Polish pancakes.
STEM CLUB
THE 42 This is an after-school club run every few weeks on specific dates. This is aimed at the most able of students, with the most curious of minds. Different topics are pondered, discussed and debated in each session. (See Mrs Manns to attend)
SEASONAL AND SUSTAINABLE COOKING
If you know what a tine is, which European country puts an E on the back of their cars or who slew the gorgon Medusa, Quiz Club is for you! This is a weekly activity for students of all ages who love quizzes and enjoy random knowledge for fun.
SCHOOLS’ CHALLENGE & QUIZ CLUB
This club introduces students to range of different STEM related activities: from bubbles and balloons to radios and robots.
Students are involved in a long term partnership project with funding from the Royal Society and support from King’s College London University. Our research is attempting to answer the following question: “What are the effects of current climate change mitigation policies on the local environment?”. Students have spent the last two years constructing a sensor array for installation on the school grounds. These sensors collect all manner of environmental data which is transferred wirelessly through a mobile phone connection to an international research network. After the construction phase with Design and Technology, the Science Department will take over data collection and assessment. This is an ongoing project that will be expanded and extended year on year.
Informal drop-in sessions for anyone who would like to improve their programming and problem solving skills in preparation for the OUCC Competition.
(OXFORD UNIVERSITY COMPUTING CHALLENGE )
SCIENCE CLUB
FRENCH, SPANISH AND GERMAN CLUB AT LEH JUNIOR SCHOOL
An opportunity to mentor and support pupils at local state high schools with their Maths homework in the evenings. This is via the Easy A app and pupils can choose a time that suits them. (L6 – U6)
This group is led by a committee of communityminded Sixth Formers, who help organise a variety of activities each year, including tea parties, organising a huge Christmas party for local OAPs (jointly with Hampton School) or Christmas card writing, and collecting gifts for delivery with plants/flowers to local OAPs when Covid hasn’t allowed to meet in person.
JUNIOR SERVICE VOLUNTEERS
Going to Legoland/Hobbledown Farm/ Chessington World of Adventures (jointly with Hampton School) in the summer term with children from Clarendon and Marjorie Kinnon schools when feasible. (L5 – U6)
SERVICE VOLUNTEERS
ONLINE VOLUNTEERING AND MENTORING
Community Activities
There are a number of ways you can contribute to both the school and the local community.
An opportunity to experience the work of the Service Volunteers, working with the elderly and pupils in local schools. (3rds – U4)
A great opportunity to assist with a variety of craft, sports and music activities at local primary schools, including LEH Juniors. There are also many other support activities at a number of local schools, including Clarendon School and Hampton Hill Junior School which you can become involved with. Many such activities may also contribute towards the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. (L5 – U6)
LUNCHTIME/ AFTER SCHOOL VOLUNTEERING ACTIVITIES
Come and assist in the running of three fun clubs organised by our native speaker Language Assistants, using songs, games and stories to help inspire a love of languages. (L6, U6)
This society explores Biology beyond the scope of the A level specification. It holds weekly discussions and debates regarding cutting-edge scientific developments, and explores the skills necessary to gain offers from the UK’s top universities, including Oxbridge.
COMPUTER SCIENCE
ECONOMICS CLUB
are options to assess economic conditions and lead the club in discussions and presentations. Activities and competitions develop skills in teamwork, problem solving, presentation skills, communication and financial capability. U6 students have the option to apply for chair and deputy chair of the club.
Classics Enrichment is aimed at anyone in the L6 studying Latin or Greek who loves the subject and wants to look and think outside the A level box. We hold debates, read literature and watch videos. This is a lunchtime Club, starting in the Spring Term.
This weekly club helps broaden understanding of the subject in preparation for university. It gives pupils a space to critically engage and think beyond the classroom. We explore varied topics, including complex environmental issues and unusual geographies.
LITERARY SOCIETY
HISTORY STUDY GROUP
ENGINEERING ENRICHMENT
English Enrichment is a programme that begins in L6, offering students with a keen interest in literature an opportunity to explore the literary canon beyond the confines of the A level English Literature syllabus. In the U6 year, the programme evolves to offer targeted support to those students applying to read English at university.
BIOLOGY PLUS
CLASSICS ENRICHMENT
A weekly session for all A level students to come to practice exam technique and revise.
Students learn topics in detail, such as how penicillin works, why heroin is addictive and why life does not violate the second law of thermodynamics. They also practide Olympiad questions. Students aspiring to apply to Oxbridge particularly benefit from attending this club.
GEOGRAPHY PLUS
Looking at a wide range of economic theory and policy in action, and through a series of thought-provoking activities, this club aims to take Economics beyond the curriculum. Students can take part in the ICAEW Base competition in the L6 where they act as management consultants to advise a company on strategy. In the U6 there
If you love reading and want to extend your knowledge of the classics and of more recent novels, then join this informal book club for Sixth Formers. The group meets every two or three weeks throughout the year.
ENGLISH ENRICHMENT
This clinic takes place each week and is an opportunity for students to discuss and develop their historical skills and academic studies with a member of the History & Politics Department.
Every academic department runs enrichment sessions designed to broaden student’s knowledge of topics beyond the curriculum. There are a range of Sixth Form Clubs and Activities, including the following:
CHEMISTRY CLUB
Specifically Sixth Form
This group looks at the mathematics involved in aspects of engineering. A great chance to discover more about mathematics, whilst deepening your understanding of the A level syllabus.
For the past five years we have combined with Hampton School to form a team to design, build and code a robot for the national Student Robotics Competition. Think robot wars with less destruction! An extremely exciting competition. We need engineers, designers, coders and social media specialists! (Age 16 or over by the Competition date in April.)
The focus for this group is to explore the Physiology and Anatomy of organisms through dissection. There are opportunities biweekly for Biologists and prospective Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science students to explore different organisms and to develop their manual dexterity and surgical skills.
OXFAM YOUTH ACTION GROUP
This group has taken up many of the causes championed by the Make Poverty History group. Pupils discuss various political, environmental and ethical issues and are offered lots of support from the charity Oxfam (hence the name!). The group is free to take up any number of causes and suits people who like to plan and organise a variety of different events about International issues.
Forming your own group is a great way of demonstrating your initiative and leadership skills – so what’s stopping you?
Medsoc meets each week for lunch and a discussion of current topics in the fields of Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science. The programme runs in parallel with, and aims to support students through the application process for these courses by covering work experience, ethics, the NHS, preparation for university admissions tests and interview preparation. Some meetings are opened up to interested students from all years, especially when an invited speaker visits. Joint meetings take place occasionally with Hampton School Medsoc. The cycle runs from January of the L6 year to December of the U6 year.
PHYSIOLOGY AND ANATOMY CLUB (PANDA)
MEDSOC
YOUNG ENTERPRISE
Senior Café is an extra-curricular programme of lunchtime talks for Senior School students. Talks are given by a wide range of experts and practitioners, many of whom have high profiles in their field.
In recent years, an increasing number of Sixth Formers have decided to launch their own groups. These have included:
MATHS PLUS
SENIOR ROBOTICS
SENIOR CAFÉ
IS THERE A CLUB YOU WOULD LIKE TO SET UP?
PHOTOGRAPHY ENRICHMENT ACTIVITY
MFL - FRENCH, GERMAN AND SPANISH PLUS
These sessions give A level students an opportunity to explore topics of cultural and historical interest related to the country that go beyond the A level syllabus. The programme includes studying the life and times of influential poets and novelists and extracts of their work.
L6 pupils have a chance to take great photographs in and around the school using DSLR cameras. Learn how to enhance your compositions with Photoshop and print final pieces for display or for a personal portfolio.
INFORMAL BOOK CLUB LAW SOCIETY MEDICS READING GROUP
This is a chance to broaden your knowledge and interest in Mathematics. Topics such as the History of Mathematics, Critical path analysis and Euler’s theorem are covered.
This popular activity enables Sixth Formers to set up and run a business, with support from teachers and local business leaders.
House Events
The House system allows you to get to know pupils across the whole school. It’s not just about being competitive either; House lunches, House concerts and House fundraising events are also a valuable part of Senior School life. Each term there are a variety of House activities for everyone to be involved in. As a House
This is a selection of what we offer: House Film Festival House Trampolining House Music Competition House Ergo Challenge House Debating Competitions House Tin Can Drive for the HouseHomelessSwimmingHouseLacrosseHouseNetballHouseCrossCountryHouseQuizHouseJigsawHouseGymnasticsHouseDanceHouseReadathonHouseCharity Events House Creative Writing House Creative Arts House Sports Day HouseHouseTennisCricket
