Co-Curricular Activities Booklet 2022-2023

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CO-CURRICULAR

ACTIVITIES 2022–2023

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

CCF Corps of Drums Duke of Edinburgh (L5 Silver) Senior and U16 rugby training U13/U12 rugby training Senior hockey training U13/U12 hockey training Senior netball training U13/U12 fencing training Fencing S and C U14 rugby S and C School Orchestra ‘A’ Level RE Clinic ‘A’ Level Physics Clinic Vex Robotics Club Animation Club ‘The Addams Family’ rehearsal Dance Show rehearsals

5-a-side football Helikon Centre Friday Talk Series Duke of Edinburgh (L6 Gold) String Ensemble Call That Music??

U4 and L4 Book Club U5 Book Club History Lecture Series Middle School History and Politics Society Model United Nations Virtual Reality Club

Sixth Form SVP

Friday

Senior S and C (boys) Élite cricket training Big Band

U15/U14 rugby training Volleyball Club U15/U14 hockey training 1st XV rugby team meeting U15/U14 netball training Pafties Senior fencing training ‘The Addams Family’ rehearsal GCSE RE Clinic Chemistry Clinic GCSE Fine Art Club GCSE Graphic Design Club GCSE 3D Design Club ‘The Addams Family’ rehearsal

U16 rugby S and C Sixth Form and U5 basketball L4 & Third Form badminton (Red) CCF NCOs’ meeting U14 rugby S and C training L5 & Middle School volleyball DoE hockey umpiring workshop Concert Choir Rosary Group (Yellow) Percussion Ensemble 2 Guitar Ensemble Weightlifting Club U15 rugby S and C Music Theory Club Ecocentric Committee Third Form dance (modern jazz) L5 and U4 dance (modern jazz) Senior Debating Society Helikon Centre research poster Sixth Form Jazz Ensemble Percussion Ensemble 1 U6 Trethowan Society presentations Chess and Board Game Club ‘Mixcraft’ (Music Tech Club) L5 Book Club Sixth Form Book Club Middle School Debating Society Maths Puzzle Club PsyClub (Red) Third Form Book Club L6 Trethowan Society Computing Club Ancient Greek Philosophy Society Polyglots (Yellow) ‘The Tempest’ rehearsal Maths Clinic Sociology Research Club Computing Club (Yellow) GCSE Physics Clinic Maths Clinic Computing Club Meeting with prospective 6th Form Dance Show rehearsals medics, vets & dentistry students ‘The Tempest’ rehearsal Dance Show rehearsals

CCF Duke of Edinburgh (U4 Bronze) U15 rugby S and C L4 dance Élite cricket training Athletics training (Trinity) LAMDA Photography Club Middle School Design & Make Club

After School

Lunchtime

Before School Senior S and C (boys and girls) Open S and C U15/U14 hockey & netball S and C Careers Breakfasts U13/U12 S and C (boys and girls) Netball shooting training Sports Scholars’ netball training Senior S and C (boys and girls) Molveno football training (Trinity) Girls’ choir Third Form dance Molveno football training (Trinity) L5 and U4 dance (modern jazz) Pafties Sixth Form dance L5 and U4 dance Senior Jazz Ensemble Law Society (Red) Wind Band Consort Intermediate Jazz Ensemble ‘The Tempest’ rehearsal ‘The Tempest’ rehearsal ‘The Tempest’ rehearsal Music Theory Club Break Upper and Middle School SVP

CHAPLAINCY

When See Chaplaincy noticeboard

Where Chaplaincy

Staff involved Mr Edgar, Father Alexander, Father Thomas and Chaplaincy team

Age range All (chaplaincy reps in all divisions)

Description The Chaplaincy is a comfortable place to come and meet with the Chaplaincy Team and reps. It is a place to plan future ethoslinked events for forms, divisions or the whole school. There are also prayer and discussion groups to reflect on our Benedictine values as well as meetings to plan events to help good causes in the local community. The Chaplaincy is also a nice place where you can just drop in – everybody is welcome! Check the Chaplaincy noticeboard (by the lunch queue) for scheduled meetings and events.

Morning break & lunchtime

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SIXTH FORM SVP

UPPER & MIDDLE SCHOOL SVP

When Friday Morning break

When

Tuesday Morning break

Where

Chaplaincy

Where

Chaplaincy

Staff involved

Chaplaincy team

Staff involved

President of SVP and Chaplaincy team

Age range

Sixth Form

Age range

Middle School

Description

Members of the Upper and Middle School SVP work with the Sixth Form SVP to help raise funds for deserving charities.

Recently the Upper and Middle School SVP has organised fundraising activities (e.g. Christmas card sale, candyfloss sale, Charity Day talent show) in the school to raise money for St Luke's Hospice and the Catholic Children's Society.

Very rewarding and also great fun!

Description SVP members undertake a range of activities including working as MENCAP volunteers, helping at a soup kitchen, entertaining the elderly, raising awareness of those in need, e.g. ‘rich man, poor man’ lunch; fund raising for the Third World.

PHILOSOPHY SOCIETY

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When

Monday

Where

RE 1

Staff involved

Dr McLaughlin and RE Department

Age range

Lower 5th– Upper 6th

Description

The Philosophy Society meets to discuss topics in theology, philosophy and ethics. These include moral dilemmas, religion in contemporary society and important philosophical questions such as ‘What makes human being unique?’, ‘Do animals have feelings?’ and, ‘Could God have created extra-terrestrial life?’ The society provides excellent preparation for those wishing to study philosophy and theology at ‘A’ Level or university and is also beneficial for those with an interest in the humanities and law.

13:20–14:00

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ECOCENTRIC COMMITTEE When Monday

13:30–14:00

Where Geography ICT Staff involved Miss Smith and Geography Department Age range All Description We are a pupil-led group seeking to lead on climate action and innovation in the school. Run by Upper 6th students, the committee brings together all year-groups to contribute to environmental awareness and campaigns in the school. We are currently planning for a school garden with a view to receiving an award from the Royal Horticultural Society.

The committee follows the Eco Schools Environmental Award Scheme to encourage everybody to take responsibility for the school environment. We look at topics that include waste, energy, biodiversity and healthy living. Having achieved the Silver Award, our target is to work towards Green Flag status. We particularly need pupils who are interested in global issues and can encourage and motivate others to get the whole school involved.

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SENIOR DEBATING SOCIETY When Thursday

13:20 –14:00

Where Scriptorium Staff involved Dr McLaughlin

Ed Webster

Age range Lower 5th–Upper 6th

TRETHOWAN SOCIETY When Lower 6th: Tuesday Upper 6th: Thursday

13:20 –14:00 13:20 –14:00

Description Debates on a range of contemporary issues of political, economic and social interest. Students representing their houses make short speeches and then respond to floor contributions.

Students also prepare for and take part in national competitions.

MIDDLE SCHOOL DEBATING SOCIETY When Tuesday

13:05–13:30

Where Helikon Centre Where English 1 Staff involved Mr Scicinski Staff involved Mr Watts/English Department Age range Sixth Form Age range Middle School Description

This is an intellectual society for the Sixth Form, particularly those with Oxbridge ambitions. Lower 6th meetings are very varied and focus on thinking clearly and quickly and being able to discuss and articulate thoughts and opinions, particularly about intended areas of study. Some sessions are run by guest specialists, focusing for example on rapid and critical reading or the psychology behind a quality conversation. In the Trinity Term a Project Based Learning group project is undertaken, and a fun session is run for E and A pupils from the Junior School.

Description Have you got too much to say for yourself? Good. Here is a chance to put your views across in a forceful, persuasive way.

You decide what you want to debate. We also take part in the ‘Youth Speaks’ competition in the Lent Term, where you have a chance to test your public speaking skills against pupils from other schools in Ealing.

The Upper 6th group is primarily a forum for talks by students themselves or guests they have invited.

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MODEL UNITED NATIONS

CHESS/BOARD GAME CLUB

When Fridays as required

When Tuesday

13:20–14:05

Where History 5

Where

Staff involved Miss Eades and Mr Joyce

Staff involved Mr Wijnberg

Age range Lower 5th–Lower 6th

Age range All

Description

Description

This is a society for those who are interested in politics and current affairs and want to develop their debating and research skills. The St Benedict’s MUN group attends conferences where they are allocated a nation, then discuss and debate various issues from the point of view of that country and attempt to reach agreements to solve world problems.

13:20–14:00

RE1

Do you enjoy playing board games or see yourself as the next Grandmaster? Or possibly chess is a game you have always dreamed of playing, but no one could teach you. In addition to the more formal Tuesday sessions chess sets and other board games are available in the Library at lunchtime every day.

Everybody is encouraged to participate in a major whole school chess tournament which takes place in the Lent Term.

UPPER 4TH MASTERMIND When Trinity Term

Lunchtimes and after school

Where Helikon Centre Staff involved Mr Scicinski Age range Upper 4th Description • Pupils compete for a shield • One heat for each form, producing one finalist per form • Specialist subject and general knowledge questions

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COMBINED CADET FORCE (CCF) When Monday 16:20 –18:00 Where CCF Building and Black Pitch Staff involved Capt. Hullis (Contingent Commander), SI Allwright OP, SI Fenlon, SI Sadiq HAC OP, 2 Lt. Hutchinson OP, 2 Lt. Montanez-Valle, 2 Lt. Nonoo, Lt. Billinge and Lt. Spivey Age range Upper 4th and above Description

The CCF conducts military-style training with the support of the Regular Army. Cadets commit to attend every Monday afternoon, as well as regular training events each term and a week-long Summer Camp, and there are many other voluntary camps and courses throughout the year. Cadets have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of activities including shooting, adventurous training and tactical exercises. Senior cadets are trained in leadership and given responsibility for younger cadets.

Cadets may also complete the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award at Bronze or Silver level as part of their CCF training.

CCF CORPS OF DRUMS When Tuesday 16:20–18:00 Where CCF Building Staff involved SI Sadiq HAC Age range Lower 4th and above Description Open to anybody in Lower 4th and CCF cadets only from Upper 4th. The Corps learns to play some of the oldest and most distinguished marches on the side drum, bass drum, tenor drum, flute, piccolo and cymbals. Drummers will be involved in public performances and events at school, locally and further afield. Drummers can attend two music camps a year.

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DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S AWARD

‘A’ LEVEL RE CLINIC

When Monday (U4th Bronze) 16:20–17:20 Wednesday (L5th Silver) 16:25 –17:25 Friday (L6th Gold) 13:15 –14:00

When Tuesday 16:15 –17:00

Where Conference Room/The Cloisters/Scriptorium

Staff involved RE Department

Staff involved Mrs Brown, Mr Edgar, Ms Lee and Miss Perkins

Age range Sixth Form

Age range Upper 4th and above

Description Revision and essay planning.

Description The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme offers students the possibility of doing the Bronze Award in Upper 4th, the Silver in Lower 5th and the Gold in Lower 6th. The award consists of a service, skills, physical recreation and an expedition. Those joining the CCF can do the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award with the CCF and should contact Mr Sadiq to sign up.

GCSE RE CLINIC

Where RE1

When Thursday 16:15 –17:00 Where RE1 Staff involved RE Department Age range Upper 5th Description

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Revision of topics already covered and exam preparation.

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SIXTH FORM BOOK CLUB

LOWER FIFTH BOOK CLUB

When

When Thursday

Monday

13:05–13:35

Where Library

Where Library

Staff involved Mr McWilliams Age range

Staff involved Mr McWilliams

Sixth Form

Age range Lower 5th

Description An extended reading group for all Sixth Form students who demonstrate a keen desire to extend their reading. The aim is to expose students to a wider range of literary genres and authors.

The group has a set discussion format focused on analysis and comparison of books. Reviews are produced in order to promote reading among other Sixth Form students.

UPPER FIFTH BOOK CLUB

When Friday

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13:35–14:05

13:35–14:05

Description

This club discusses fiction books – plots, characters, twists etc. Members are encouraged to read outside their natural area of choice and to engage with others.

Reviews are produced in order to promote reading among other Lower 5th pupils.

UPPER 4TH & LOWER 4TH BOOK CLUB

Where Library

When Friday

Staff involved Mr McWilliams

Where

Library

Age range Upper 5th

Staff involved

Mr McWilliams and Miss Wallace

Description

Age range

Upper 4th and Lower 4th

Description

This club discusses fiction books – plots, characters, twists etc.

Members are encouraged to read outside their natural area of choice and to engage with others. Reviews are produced in order to promote reading among other Middle School pupils.

This club discusses fiction books – plots, characters, twists etc.

Members are encouraged to read outside their natural area of choice and to engage with others. Reviews are produced in order to promote reading among other Upper 5th pupils.

13:05–13:35

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3RD FORM BOOK CLUB When

Monday

Where

Library

Staff involved

Mr McWilliams and Miss Wallace

Age range

3rd Form

Description

This club discusses fiction books – plots, characters, twists etc.

Members are encouraged to read outside their natural area of choice and to engage with others. Reviews are produced in order to promote reading among other 3rd Form pupils.

13:35–14:05

MIDDLE SCHOOL & L5TH PRODUCTION When

Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday Monday and Wednesday Some Sundays

Where

Studio Theatre

Before school Lunchtime 10:00–13:00

Staff involved Mr Randall Age range Middle School and Lower 5th Description

Michaelmas Term Production of ‘The Tempest’.

SCHOOL PRODUCTION

LAMDA

When

Tuesday, Thursday & Friday After school Some Sundays 11:00 –14:00

When Michaelmas and Lent Terms Monday

Where

Orchard Hall/Studio Theatre

Where

Drama Classroom

Staff involved

Mr Randall

Staff involved

Mr Randall and Mr McAleenan

Age range

Sxith Form and Upper 5th

Age range Lower 4th to Upper 6th. Third Form will automatically be taking LAMDA as part of the curriculum.

16:20–17:15

Description Performance of ‘The Addams Family’ February 2023 Description

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Drama activities in preparation for LAMDA exams.

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DANCE CLUBS When Sixth Form: Wednesday 07:45–08:30 (J School Hall) Lower 5th & Upper 4th: Thursday 07:45–08:30 Lower 5th & Upper 4th modern jazz: Monday 07:45–08:30 Wednesday 13:20–13:50 Lower 4th: Monday 16:20–17:15 3rd Form: Wednesday 07:45–08:30 3rd Form modern jazz: Tuesday 13:10–13:40 Dance Show rehearsals: Monday and Thursday 13:10–13:40 Tuesday 16:20–17:15 Where Dance Studio Staff involved Ms Kestenbaum and Mr Aguilar Age range All Description Dance training and activities leading to public performances, including the annual Dance Show.

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HISTORY LECTURE SERIES

LAW SOCIETY

When Friday

When Red Tuesdays

13:20–14:00

Where Sixth Form Centre

Where

Staff involved Mrs Nichols and History Department

Staff involved Mrs Norris et al.

Age range All

Age range

Description The History Lecture Series is delivered by members of the History Department and, occasionally, outstanding pupils in the Sixth Form Centre mostly on selected Fridays at lunchtime throughout the year (lunch provided). The lectures are designed to stimulate a wider historical outlook, understanding and interest among the best pupils from the Sixth Form and Upper School, but are open to everyone.

Description This society encourages pupils (and staff!) to consider who and what law is for: its different fields; its limitations; its boundaries, and its purpose. We do this through a programme determined and led by pupils, incorporating guided discussion sessions, visiting speakers, a Trinity term mock trial and a visit to one of the central London law institutions. Attendance is required for any Sixth Formers considering applying to read Law/Law related subjects at university.

MIDDLE SCHOOL HISTORY AND POLITICS SOCIETY

SOCIOLOGY RESEARCH CLUB

When Wednesday

13:05–13:30

Where History 1 Staff involved Miss Eades Age range Middle School Description The society aims to provide a range of enrichment activities for enthusiastic young historians. Pupils are encouraged to undertake independent research and make presentations to their peers. There will also be DVDs, games, quizzes and debates throughout the year and opportunities to discuss historical matters with pupils in the Sixth Form and Upper School.

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08:00 –08:35

Scriptorium

Lower 5th–Upper 6th

When Monday

13:00 –13:30

Where Sociology Room 1EF Staff involved Ms Comyn Age range All Description This club looks at examples of sociological research and the methods employed. Pupils will be given the opportunity to do some of their own research.

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ANCIENT GREEK

PSYCLUB

When Various

When

Red Thursday

Where

Psychology Room

Where Classics Department

Staff involved

Ms Lindau

Staff involved Classics Department

Age range

Lower 5th

Age range By invitation

Description

This club looks at the latest studies and theories in psychology.

Each week there will be a new article, video or podcast to discuss. There will also be opportunities to take part in fun experiments.

Description Introduction to Ancient Greek for able and interested pupils.

Beginners’ classes for Lower 4th and Third Form. Intermediate classes for Upper 4th and above.

13:05–13:30

13:15 –13:50

POLYGLOTS

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When

Yellow Tuesdays

Where

MFL 3

Staff involved

Dr Ennis, Mrs Brooks and Modern Languages Department

Age range

Middle School

Description

An introduction to a wide range of new languages. Food relating to the relevant language is always provided!

13:30–14:00

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MATHS PUZZLE CLUB

CHEMISTRY CLINIC

When

Wednesday

When Thursday

Where

Maths 5

Where Chemistry 2

Staff involved

Mrs Jarvis

Staff involved Dr Ragga

Age range

All

Age range Upper 4th–Upper 6th

Description

A variety of fun puzzles and games to hone maths thinking skills .

Description Pupils should attend Chemistry Clinic as soon as possible when they are experiencing difficulty understanding a challenging concept.

They should bring along a prep or textbook.

13:40–14:10

MATHS CLINIC

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When

Monday and Friday

Where

Maths 4

Staff involved

Maths Department staff and Sixth Form helpers

Age range

All

Description

Individual, informal help with maths, catching up with missed work and building confidence in maths.

13:05–13:35

16:20–17:20

‘A’ LEVEL PHYSICS CLINIC When

Tuesday

Where

Physics 1

Staff involved

Physics Department

Age range

Sixth Form

Description

Bring any problems or prep questions for extra help.

16:15 –17:00

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GCSE PHYSICS CLINIC When Thursday

VEX ROBOTICS CLUB 13:00 –13:30

Where Physics 1

Where

Staff involved Physics Department

Staff involved Dr Curtis

Age range Upper School and U4th

Age range Lower 6th, Upper 5th and Lower 5th

Description Bring any problems or prep questions for extra help.

Description

ENGINEERING SOCIETY

When tbc Where

tbc

Staff involved Dr Robb, Mr Bowles, Ms Allen and Mrs Hopgood

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When Tuesday

Age range

Lower 5th – Upper 6th

Description

This society is led by senior maths and physics students for younger pupils. The focus of the programme is on creation and design, and the aim is to enter one or more national competitions. Attendance is required for any pupils considering applying to read Engineering/Engineering related subjects at university.

After school

Helikon Centre

What skills do you need to work with robots? Which subjects should you study? How can you start your dream career in robotics?

Robots are the future, are already here and are everywhere! Many people are interested in pursuing a career in robotics. Robotics engineers are learners, masters of all trades and know a little bit about everything (at least everything important to robotics).

Robotics is a truly interdisciplinary career. If you want to work with robots you could study electronics, computer science, biotechnology, manufacturing, cognitive science…

Robot kits like Vex Robots are a good place to start computing with robotics, and we hope to qualify again for the UK Nationals with two teams this year!

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COMPUTING CLUB When

Thursday, Friday and Yellow Tuesday

Where

ICT 1

ART & DESIGN CLUBS Lunchtime

When Monday, Tuesday and Thursday

16:30–18:00

Where

ADT Department

Staff involved

ADT Department

Age range

All

Description

Monday: • Middle School Design and Make Club (Mr Grodzicki) • Photography Club (Ms Burns)

Staff involved Mr Berard Age range All Description This club is a drop-in, informal get-together for pupils of all ages to get help with the syllabus or go beyond it. Topics covered include Python programming, processing (algorithmic art), SonicPi (algorithmic music), sound and video editing, AI for art/ music/literature and game design.

Tuesday: • Animation Club (Mr Flanagan) Thursday: • GCSE Art & Design Club (Mr Pereira, Miss Linton & Mr Mendes)

VIRTUAL REALITY CLUB

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When

Friday

Where

Maths 5

Staff involved

Mr Wijnberg

Age range

Lower 4th and 3rd Form

Description

Have you ever wished you could travel back in time? Have you ever wanted to meet amazing animals in their habitats or take a trip through our incredible human body? Would you like to explore our remarkable planet from pole to pole, delve into the earth’s beautiful biomes or experience some of its most extreme climates? Are you interested in walking with dinosaurs or visiting Ancient Greece? If so, the Virtual Reality Club is for you.

13:20–14:00

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CONCERT CHOIR

CALL THAT MUSIC??

When Friday

13:30–14:00

Where Economics Room (Sixth Form Centre) Staff involved Mr McCarthy Age range Sixth Form, Upper 5th and Lower 5th Description The club is an opportunity to listen to albums from days gone by in their entirety – not just singles! This is followed by discussion.

The albums are chosen by members of the club.

When

Monday 13:15–14:00

Where

Monteverdi

Staff involved

Mr Eastwood

Age range

All

Description

The main Senior School choir for boys, girls and staff. The choir went on tour to the Amalfi Coast in Italy in 2019 and to Paris in 2022.

CONSORT

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When

Thursday

Where

Monteverdi

Staff involved

Mr Eastwood

Age range

All

Description

This choir of boys and girls is by invitation only.

08:00 – 08:35

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GIRLS’ CHOIR

SCHOOL ORCHESTRA

When

Tuesday

Where

Monteverdi

Where Cloisters

Staff involved

Miss John

Staff involved Mr Eastwood

Age range

All

Age range All

Description

This choir is for all Senior School girls who enjoy singing.

The choir sings at various events such as school concerts and ‘Party in the Park’ and toured to Paris in 2022.

Description The School Orchestra focuses on romantic and 20th Century orchestral repertoire. Recent performances include Sibelius’ ‘Finlandia’, Ravel’s ‘Bolero’ and Shostakovich’s ‘Tahiti Trot’.

Regular rehearsals for the full orchestra and sectionals ensure that all our players develop their ensemble and performance skills. Pupils should be approaching Grade 5 or above. For more details please contact the Music Department.

08:00 – 08:35

PAFTIES

When Tuesday

16:20–17:15

When Tuesday 07:40– 08:20 Some Fridays 16:20–17:15 Where Heritage Room Staff involved Mr Thomas Age range Sixth Form and Upper School Description Small ‘close harmony’ singing group – repertoire varies from ‘barber’s shop’, Beatles, Beach Boys etc. to medieval music and madrigals.

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BIG BAND When Friday

08:00–08:35

Where Monteverdi Staff involved Mr Field Age range All Description The Big Band features vocal soloists when required, and its repertoire ranges from Glenn Miller classics such as ‘In the Mood’ to contemporary film, TV and pop music. The band went on tour to the Amalfi Coast in Italy in summer 2019.

WIND BAND

STRING ENSEMBLE

When Wednesday When

Friday

Where

Monteverdi

Staff involved

Mr MacManus

Age range

All

Description

The String Ensemble explores the string orchestra repertoire, a selection of which they prepare for performances in school concerts. All welcome.

07:45–08:30

13:15 –14:00 Where Monteverdi Staff involved Miss John Age range All Description

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An ensemble for all wind and brass players in the school. Weekly rehearsals lead towards various concerts, both large and small.

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SIXTH FORM JAZZ ENSEMBLE When

Tuesday

Where

Monteverdi

Staff involved

Mr Michael

Age range

Sixth Form

13:15 –14:00

Description A small ensemble which rehearses and performs jazz pieces and improvisation.

SENIOR JAZZ ENSEMBLE When

Monday

Where

Monteverdi

Staff involved

Mr Michael

Age range

Upper 5th

Description

Where musicianship becomes teamwork, the Intermediate Jazz Ensemble learns to improvise, interact and function as a slick unit, playing jazz, funk, Latin and arrangements of pop and rock songs.

08:00–08:35

INTERMEDIATE JAZZ ENSEMBLE When

Monday

Where

Monteverdi

Staff involved

Mr Michael

Age range

Lower 5th

08:00– 08:30

Description A small ensemble which rehearses and performs jazz pieces and improvisation.

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PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE 2 When Thursday

13:15–14:00

Where Monteverdi Staff involved Mr Butterworth Age range Upper School Description

An ensemble for our senior percussionists.

PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE 1 When Wednesday

13:15–14:00

Where Monteverdi Staff involved Mr Butterworth Age range 3rd Form– Lower 5th Description

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An ensemble for our progressing percussionists.

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GUITAR ENSEMBLE

MUSIC THEORY CLUB

When Monday 13:15–14:00

When Monday Thursday

Where Brahms

08:00– 08:35 13:05–13:35

Where Brahms

Staff involved Mr Scheuerer

Staff involved Mr Eastwood

Age range All

Age range All

Description This group has the opportunity to perform at school concerts.

Description

This club is for any pupil who is studying for an ABRSM theory exam and would like some extra support and guidance.

MOLVENO FOOTBALL TRAINING

‘MIXCRAFT’ (MUSIC TECH CLUB) When Wednesday

13:25–14:10

Where Stravinsky

When Lent Term (Upper 4th trip): Friday (from half-term) Trinity Term (Lower 4th trip): Friday Monday and Thursday (up to half-term)

13:10–13:55 13:10–13:55 07:45– 08:30

Where Sports Hall Staff involved Mr Thomas

Staff involved Miss John

Age range Upper 4th and Lower 4th who are going to Molveno holiday and are selected for the squad

Age range All

Description

Training in preparation for the annual match against the local Italian team

Description This club is for any pupil who wants to explore music technology and learn editing skills using Mixcraft. There will also be an opportunity to explore the new Music Studio and learn how to record music in a professional setting.

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ATHLETICS CLUB

CRICKET TRAINING When Monday Friday Separate sessions for all squads in Lent Term

16:30 –19:30 07:45–08:30

When Monday (Trinity Term)

After school

Where

Perivale Athletics Track

Staff involved

PE Department staff

Age range

All

Description

The club allows pupils to experience the sport and try out all event areas on our programme. Those who are members of the athletics squads and regularly represent the school will get extra training on their specific events with specialist coaching. Those who are looking to try out athletics or develop their athletic potential are always welcome.

Where Sports Hall Staff involved Mr Newell and other coaches Age range Michaelmas Term sessions for 1st XI squad and invitees only, then all age-groups in Lent Term Description Each age-group will be assigned a weekly session in the Lent Term.

Once cricketers have committed to these sessions, attendance is essential.

FENCING CLUB When

Wednesday Thursday Saturday

Where

16:30–18:00 (Lower 4th and 3rd Form) 16:30–18:00 (Upper 4th–Upper 6th) 09:00–11:00 (Lower 4th and 3rd Form) 11:00–13:00 (Upper 4th–Upper 6th)

Sports Hall

Staff involved Mr Sadiq, Mr Sloman, Mr Hamika, Mr Bela and Mr Conyard Age range All Description From squad members to absolute beginners all pupils are welcome. Pupils must have long white socks, fencing breeches, a glove and a mask.

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VOLLEYBALL CLUB When

Friday

Where

Sports Hall

Staff involved

Mr Scicinski

Age range

All

Description

TRIPS 2022–24 16:20–18:00

Where

Details

Teacher(s) in Charge

Germany

Annual exchange with Benedictine school in Meschede – away leg in October, home leg in March

Mr Thomas, Miss Davis and Dom Thomas

Annual history trip to Berlin in July

History Department

Austria

Ski trip to Zell am See February 2023

Mr Billinge and Mrs McKenna

France

Annual Lourdes pilgrimage during Easter holidays

Mr McKeown

Choir and Pafties tour to Paris July 2022

Music Department

Fencing tour to Paris December 2022

Mr. Hussain and fencing coaches

Annual trip to World War One battlefields during Activities Week in July

History Department

Volleyball practice and fixtures – beginners welcome.

Belgium

Azores Geography trip October 2022

Miss Smith and Geography Department

Italy

Annual L4th trip to Molveno in the Dolomites during Trinity half-term. The trip includes a visit to Venice and, the highlight of the week, a football match against the local team.

U4th trip to take place in April 2023. L4th trip to take place in May/June 2023.

Mr Thomas

Where TLS Department

USA

Government and Politics trip to New York and Washington DC October 2022

Mr Joyce

Staff involved TLS Department staff

Malaysia

Hockey tour July 2023

Hockey coaches

Age range All, with an emphasis on Middle School

Sri Lanka

U15/U14/U13 cricket tour April 2022.

Another tour planned for 2024.

Mr Newell, Mr Thomas and Mr Donegan

Description

South Africa

Senior rugby tour July 2022

Rugby coaches

TLS CLUBS When Printing Club: Friday

Lexia Club (3rd Form), Lexplore Reading Club: Details tbc

Assorted pupil support activities.

08:40– 09:00

Madagascar Biology trip July 2023

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Miss Perkins and Biology Department

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