PREP AND SENIOR SCHOOL CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
GUIDE
SPRING
TERM 2026
Dear Students
At St Helen’s, we believe that education is not confined to the classroom. It is also shaped in the moments when you challenge yourselves, discover new passions, uncover hidden talents, and experience the joy of learning simply for its own sake. Our co-curricular programme is deliberately designed to help you do exactly that.
This booklet reflects one of our core strategic aims: to ensure that every girl is supported and challenged to become an independent, adventurous, and resilient learner who engages fully with the opportunities available to her. Our vision is for you to develop the intellectual curiosity, creativity, digital intelligence, and problem-solving skills that will prepare you for a rapidly changing world. We also want you to have fun too!
Co-curricular life at St Helen’s is more than a timetable of clubs. It is an invitation to expand your horizons beyond the curriculum, to collaborate with others, to build friendships across year groups, and to step into experiences that stretch your imagination and extend your sense of what is possible. Whether you’re joining a society, pursuing a sport, immersing yourself in the arts, or exploring STEM, every activity is part of the wider journey of becoming confident, compassionate, and courageous young women
We ask you to choose your activities thoughtfully and to commit to them for the whole term When you do, you contribute to something bigger than yourself: a culture where every interaction is an intervention, where every girl is known and supported, and where we are united by the ethos to be a place where girls succeed
Thank you to all the staff and students who give their time, expertise and enthusiasm to make this programme such an integral and joyful part of school life.
We look forward to seeing you explore, participate, and flourish in the Spring term.
Best wishes,
Dr N R Dennis
Senior Deputy Head, Academic and Co-Curricular
WHAT’S ON SHOW IN PREP SCHOOL
BALLET - Year 3
The school has a team of experienced, classically trained ballet teachers who prepare girls for Royal Academy of Dance examinations You can find further details about Ballet lessons here We accept Ballet applications throughout the year If you wish to request Ballet lessons at St Helen’s School, please email prepschool@sthelens london
Open to Year 3
When Friday, 3.35pm - 4.35pm
Location Woolfson Hall
Lead Ballet Instructor
BALLET - Year 4
The school has a team of experienced, classically trained ballet teachers who prepare girls for Royal Academy of Dance examinations You can find further details about Ballet lessons here We accept Ballet applications throughout the year If you wish to request Ballet lessons at St Helen’s School, please email prepschool@sthelens london
Open to Year 4
When Friday, 3 35pm - 4 35pm
Location The Centre
Lead Ballet Instructor
BALLET - Year 5
The school has a team of experienced, classically trained ballet teachers who prepare girls for Royal Academy of Dance examinations You can find further details about Ballet lessons here We accept Ballet applications throughout the year. If you wish to request Ballet lessons at St Helen’s School, please email prepschool@sthelens.london.
Open to Year 5
When Friday, 3 35pm - 4 35pm
Location Sports Hall
Lead Ballet Instructor
BALLET - Year 6
The school has a team of experienced, classically trained ballet teachers who prepare girls for Royal Academy of Dance examinations You can find further details about Ballet lessons here We accept Ballet applications throughout the year If you wish to request Ballet lessons at St Helen’s School, please email prepschool@sthelens london
Open to Year 6
When Friday, 3 35pm - 4 35pm
Location Gables
Lead Ballet Instructor
BOARD GAMES - KS1
Your daughter will be able to enjoy learning how to play different board games with their peers. The sessions will cover turn taking, reading and interpreting instruction booklets and playing fairly with others
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Thursday, 3 30pm - 4 15pm
Location Little Gables
Lead Mrs Moody and Mrs Cane
BOARD GAMES CLUB - LKS2
You daughter will have the opportunity to play a range of board games and card games such as UNO They can also bring in their own board game to play. We will do this for the first half term and some of the second half term. After this they have the chance to design their very own board game
Open to Years 3 & 4
When Monday, 4.15pm - 5pm
Location 5M
Designed to enhance communication skills and boost confidence for girls in Years 1 & 2.
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Monday, 3 30pm - 4 15pm
Location Gables Library
Lead Ms Mcgreal
BUSINESS & MINDSET
Money Management Skills for young minds
Horizon Minds empowers children to think BIG, build a growth mindset and develop business and financial skills to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving world. Each term, we focus on different real-world skills. This term, we will equip your child with business entrepreneurial skills, resilience, and confidence Every session is designed to be fun, hands-on and highly engaging so that children love learning these essential life skills.
They will:
Develop a growth mindset
Discover entrepreneurial thinking
Learn financial basics and branding
Create and present a business plan
Open to Years 3, 4, 5 and 6
When Wednesday, 3 35pm - 4 35pm
Location Art Room
Lead External Provider
CANDICE CONWAY MUSIC THEATRE - KS1
Candice Conway offers exciting Musical Theatre sessions which combines 3 disciplines of singing, dancing and acting as seen in the West End
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Thursday, 3 30pm - 4 30pm
Location Little Gables Gym
Lead External Provider
CANDICE CONWAY MUSIC THEATRE - KS2
Candice Conway offers exciting Musical Theatre sessions which combines 3 disciplines of singing, dancing and acting as seen in the West End
Open to Years 3, 4, 5 & 6
When Wednesday, 3 35pm - 4 35pm
Location Gables Gym
Lead External Provider
CHESS CLUB - Year 1
Chess is the best sport to exercise the most important organ in our bodies: the brain! It develops analytical thinking, problem solving and your child's mathematical skills
Open to Year 1
When Thursday, 3 20pm - 3 55pm
Location 1M
Lead External Provider
CHESS CLUB - Year 2
Chess is the best sport to exercise the most important organ in our bodies: the brain! It develops analytical thinking, problem solving and your child's mathematical skills
Open to Year 2
When Thursday, 3.30pm - 4.05pm
Location 2M
Lead External Provider
CHESS CLUB - LKS2
Chess is the best sport to exercise the most important organ in our bodies: the brain! It develops analytical thinking, problem solving and your child's mathematical skills
Open to Years 3 & 4
When Thursday, 4 15pm - 5 15pm
Location 4R/5R
Lead External Provider
CHESS CLUB -
Chess is the best sport to exercise the most important organ in our bodies: the brain! It develops analytical thinking, problem solving and your child's mathematical skills
Open to Years 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9
When Thursday, 4.10pm - 5.15pm
Location 4M/3M
Lead External Provider
CRAFTY CORNER - KS1
Children explore their creativity through craft activities Each session encourages imagination and children create a range of projects to take home and share
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Thursday, 3 30pm - 4 15pm
Location 2B
Lead Ms Whittingham and Mrs Bryson
CROSS COUNTRY - U8 & U9
For girls who show an aptitude and the stamina required for running long distance
Open to Years 3 & 4
When Tuesday, Week A, 4.15pm - 5.00pm
Location Outside Woolfson
Lead Mrs Samson and Miss Gavigan
CROSS COUNTRY - U10 & U11
For girls who show an aptitude and the stamina required for running long distance
Open to Years 5 & 6
When Tuesday, Week B, 4 15pm - 5 00pm
Location Outside Woolfson
Lead Mrs Samson and Miss Gavigan
DAVID ATTENBOROUGH - LKS2
Looking at one of the four imperatives outlined by David Attenborough to help conserve and rejuvenate our planet The Spring term looks at 'Reviving our Oceans'
Open to Years 3 & 4
When Tuesday, 4.15pm - 5.00pm
Location 4M
Lead Mr Barazi
DEBATE CLUB - UKS2
Learn about debating and discuss interesting motions
Open to Years 5 & 6
When Monday, 4.15pm - 5.00pm
Location DT Room
Lead Mr Johnston
ENGINEERING & TECH CLUB - KS2
STEM club
Open to Years 3, 4, 5 & 6
When Wednesday, 3 35pm - 4 35pm
Location Woolfson
Lead External Provider
FENCING - KS1
An exciting sport which requires a unique blend of strategy, hand-eye coordination, and cardiovascular fitness
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Friday, 3 30pm - 4 30pm
Location Little Gables
Lead External Provider
FENCING - KS2
An exciting sport which requires a unique blend of strategy, hand-eye coordination, and cardiovascular fitness
Open to Years 3, 4, 5 & 6
When Wednesday, 3 35pm - 4 35pm
Location White Box
Lead External Provider
FOOTBALL SUPERSTAR SPORTS - KS1
Football for Years 1 & 2, run by Superstar Sports
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Wednesday, 3.30pm - 4.30pm
Location Gables Playground
Lead External Provider
FOREST SCHOOL
Forest School lunchtime clubs for Year 6 pupils, offers a variety of activities that promote holistic growth and development. These clubs are designed to support play, exploration, and risk-taking, fostering confidence and selfesteem through hands-on experiences in a natural setting Activities may include tree climbing, fire lighting, outdoor cooking, and nature-based crafts, all of which are led by a Qualified level 3 trained forest school leader The clubs aim to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where pupils can learn and grow at their own pace, developing skills such as confidence, resilience, perseverance, and communication
Open to Year 6
When Tuesdays, 12pm - 12.55pm
Location 5R and Forest School
Lead Mrs Kotze
GEOMETRIC ART - LKS2
Art using pencils, rulers and compasses. We look at mystic rose circles, tessellations and other patterns and learn how to follow step by step instructions to construct various patterns and shapes
Open to Years 3 & 4
When Mondays, 4 15pm - 5 00pm
Location 3M
Lead Ms Bunce
GROOVY FITNESS - KS1
Groovy Fitness is a fun, active exercise club where the girls will learn some fun dance routines and have lots of fun!
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Mondays, 3 30pm - 4 15pm
Location Gables Gym
Lead Ms Luts
HARRY POTTER CLUB - LKS2
Experience the magic of Hogwarts at St Helen's. Will the Sorting Hat put you into Gryffindor or Slytherin...? Make wands, potions and learn all about spells and magical creatures!
Open to Years 3 & 4
When Monday, 4 15pm - 5 00pm Location Science Lab
Lead Ms De Cruz
HOMEWORK CLUB - KS1
Your daughter will be able to complete her homework within school
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Thursday, 3.30pm - 4.15pm Location 2B
Lead Mrs Baldwin
HOMEWORK CLUB - KS2
An opportunity for your daughter to work on their homework activities, receiving support from a teacher where necessary
Open to Years 3, 4, 5 & 6
When Thursday, 4 15pm - 5 00pm Friday, 3.30pm - 4.15pm Location Discovery Centre
Lead Mrs Kotze, Mrs Parry and Miss Davies
KNITTING CLUB
I have been running the knitting club more than 14 years It's run at lunch times on Tuesday and Thursday Here girls are leaning a new skill and it's a place to build patience, creativity and community Over the years girls have knitted many different items which have been sold for charity.
Open to Years 5 & 6
When Tuesday, 12 35pm - 1 00pm Thursday, 12 35pm - 1 00pm
Location Art Room
Lead Mrs Tanna
- LKS2
The LAMDA lessons aim to unlock the imagination and inspire creative thinking, to develop self-confidence and selfesteem, physical presence and a strong speaking voice This is a year-long commitment club, sign-ups for this year are now closed. You can find further details about the club here.
Open to Years 3 & 4
When Monday, 4 15pm - 5 15pm
Location Drama Room
Lead External Provider
LAMDA - Year 5
The LAMDA lessons aim to unlock the imagination and inspire creative thinking, to develop self-confidence and selfesteem, physical presence and a strong speaking voice. This is a year-long commitment club, sign-ups for this year are now closed You can find further details about the club here
Open to Year 5
When Tuesday, 4 15pm - 5 15pm - Drama Room Wednesday, 3 45pm - 4 45pm - Music Room
Lead External Provider
LAMDA - Year 6
The LAMDA lessons aim to unlock the imagination and inspire creative thinking, to develop self-confidence and selfesteem, physical presence and a strong speaking voice This is a year-long commitment club, sign-ups for this year are now closed. You can find further details about the club here.
Open to Year 6
When Tuesday, 4 15pm - 5 15pm - Drama Room Wednesday, 3 45pm - 4 45pm - Music Room
Lead External Provider
LAMDA
LEGO BUILDER - KS1
Be creative building Lego models with friends
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Monday, 3 30pm - 4 15pm
Location 1R
Lead Mrs Morris
LOKO CHEER - KS1
Your daughter will learn a range of cheer dance, gymnastics and stunts, building a routine week by week
Cheerleading helps build physical strength, co-ordination, team building and confidence There will be a performance at the end of term for parents.
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Thursday, 3 30pm - 4 10pm
Location Gables Gym
Lead External Provider
LOKO CHEER - KS2
Your daughter will learn a range of cheer dance, gymnastics and stunts, building a routine week by week
Cheerleading helps build physical strength, co-ordination, team building and confidence There will be a performance at the end of term for parents.
Open to Years 3, 4, 5 & 6
When Friday, 3 45pm - 4 45pm
Location Music Room
Lead External Provider
CHEER - KS2-3
Your daughter will learn a range of cheer dance, gymnastics and stunts, building a routine week by week
Cheerleading helps build physical strength, co-ordination, team building and confidence There will be a performance at the end of term for parents
Open to Years 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9
When Thursday, 4.15pm - 5.15pm
Location Woolfson
Lead External Provider LOKO
MUSICAL THEATRE - KS1
Sing, Dance & Act your way through a repertoire of kids theatre classics
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Monday, 3 30pm - 4 15pm
Location Little Gables
Lead Miss Marriott
PHOTOGRAPHY - KS1
Photography is a club where the girls can get creative with their vision and artistic eye! We have a different theme to focus on each week e g Autumn, close ups, selfies and use iPads to capture different types of photo We then edit the photos and create collages to take home and enjoy
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Tuesday, 3 30pm - 4 15pm
Location 2R
Lead Miss Gibson
QUIZ CHASERS
Using metacognition and pursuit of knowledge to create quizzes to share with your peers
Open to Years 3, 4, 5 & 6
When Tuesday, 4.15pm - 5.00pm
Location Discovery Centre
Lead Ms Jenkins
SCOOTER - KS1
Scooter Club is a fun outdoor club that makes the most of our beautiful school grounds. Girls bring in their own scooters and helmets, learn scooter skills, games and about basic road safety not forgetting the infamous 'Scooter Safari'.
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Monday, 3 30pm - 4 15pm
Location Gables Playground/Conservatory
Lead Mrs Lam and Mrs Garton
SCRABBLE CLUB - UKS2
Friendly competition in Scrabble games
Open to Years 5 & 6
When Tuesday, 4 15pm - 5 00pm
Location 6B
Lead Miss Carey
SEWING - KS1
Would you like to make a bookmark, or a cuddly bear? If you would then come to sewing club we learn running stitch, backstitch and cross stitch all to decorate your bookmark Once you have learnt basic sewing skills we progress on to making a cuddly teddy bear. You of course get to take your items home at the end of the term. Hope to see you soon
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Tuesday, 3 30pm - 4 15pm
Location 1B
Lead Miss Collins
SEWING - UKS2
In Sewing Club, children will discover the joy of hand-sewing while learning essential skills such as threading a needle, sewing on buttons, and mastering a variety of stitches including running stitch, blanket stitch, overstitch, backstitch, and cross stitch. Each term, students will work on fun and creative projects designed to build their confidence and skills step by step Consistent attendance is important, as each class builds on previous learning and helps children get the most out of their sewing journey
Open to Years 5 & 6
When Monday, 4.15pm - 5.00pm
Location 4M
Lead Mrs Chandoo
STEM CLUB - KS1
A fun and engaging introduction for Years 1 & 2 to engineering and robotics
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Tuesday, 3 30pm - 4 30pm
Location 1B
Lead External Provider
TABLE TENNIS - KS1
A fun sport to help develop hand-eye coordination and improve bat/ball skills
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Tuesday, 3 30pm - 4 05pm
Location Lund downstairs
Lead Mrs Bass
Tae Kwon-Do lessons
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Monday, 3 40pm - 4 25pm
Location Gables Gym
Lead External Provider
Tae Kwon-Do lessons
Open to Years 3 & 4
When Tuesday, 4 15pm - 5 15pm
Location Woolfson Hall
Years 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9
WAVEBOARDING - UKS2
At the club, the girls will learn how to balance and glide on waveboards, starting with simple movements then building to smooth linked turns They will practise safe stopping, controlled carving and fun mini challenges in the hall Sessions will focus on confidence, coordination and teamwork, with plenty of time to ride freely and try new skills
Open to Years 5 & 6
When Monday, 4 15pm - 5 00pm
Location Playground/Woolfson Hall
Lead Mr Love
WELLBEING & MINDFULNESS - LKS2
Time to focus on building a toolkit of mindfulness activities that can be used to promote emotional wellbeing and resilience
Open to Years 3 & 4
When Tuesday, 4 15pm - 5 00pm
Location 3R
Lead Miss Van Winks
WOODLAND CRAFTS CLUB - KS1
Range of craft activities using natural materials This will include basic woodwork and tools
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Monday, 3 30pm - 4 15pm
Location Blue Nursery
Lead Miss Brand
WHAT’S ON SHOW IN SENIOR SCHOOL
ANCIENT GAMES CLUB
Ancient Games Club: join us to play the Royal Game of Ur, Senet and Chinese Chess Manga Club: calling all manga fans - draw and chat about your favourite manga characters and learn about some new ones! Traitors Club: come and join us in the Library on Fridays to play the Traitors Game and find out who's a Faithful and who's a Traitor!
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Ancient Games Club - Tuesdays, Second lunch - Library
Manga Club - Thursdays, Second lunch - R1
Traitors Club - Fridays, Second lunch - Library
Lead Ancient Games - Mrs de Cruz, Dr Berriman and Mrs Wright katie.decruz@sthelens.london, andrew.berriman@sthelens.london, nathalie.wright@sthelens.london
Manga Club - Mrs de Cruz katie decruz@sthelens london
Traitors Club - Mrs de Cruz and Ms Courtenay-Thompson katie decruz@sthelens london, tina courtenay@sthelens london
BASKETBALL CLUB
Kickstart your day with some action on the court! Join us for basketball training on Friday morning and take your skills to the next level.
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Fridays, 7 30am – 8 15am
Location Sports hall or dome
Lead Dr Ryan
christopher ryan@sthelens london
CAD CLUB - NEA drop in
If you are interested in developing your CAD skills either to support your work in D&T or personally than CAD club is for you! You will learn a variety of higher level CAD skills that you can use to develop your three dimensional designing and modelling.
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11
When Friday, Lunch Location ST2
Lead Ms Natalie Walshe natalie.walshe@sthelens.london
CHESS
Chess club is open to players of all levels, in Years 7-9 Whether you are an expert, or have never played before, you are more than welcome to join!
Open to Year 7, 8 & 9
When Fridays, Second lunch
Location Science Lab 10
Lead Miss Apostolidou katerina.apostolidou@sthelens.london
CHINESE SOCIETY
Explore Chinese culture through fun, hands-on activities Experience traditional arts such as calligraphy, and painting Join us to discover the beauty and creativity of Chinese traditions!
Open to Years 7, 8 & 9
When Thursdays, Second lunch
Location M4
Lead Ms Song samantha.song@sthelens.london
CHRISTIAN UNION
Come and learn about what Christians believe You don't have to be a Christian to attend! Sessions led by Lucy, youth pastor at Emmanuel Church
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Wednesdays, First lunch
Location Q3
Lead Mrs Sinclair and Ms Pether helen.sinclair@sthelens.london
CLASSIC BOOK CLUB
Read a classic novel over a term Meet once a week to check in and discuss
Open to Years 9, 10 & 11
When Wednesdays, Second lunch Location M1
Lead Mr Johnston roderick johnston@sthelens london
CLASSICS SOCIETY
Classics Society is an society that immerses students in the Ancient World. We do a number of activities, including creating an ancient magazine, performing an ancient play and of course, watching Percy Jackson and eating blue food!
Open to Year 9
When Tuesday, First lunch Location K10
Lead Ms Singhvi mir.singhvi@sthelens.london
COMPOS - Invite only
Comprehensive Oxford Maths and Physics- advanced Physics and Maths tutorials run in conjunction with the University of Oxford
Open to Years 10 & 12
When Thursdays, 4pm - 5 40pm Location STEM 8
Lead Ms Wise cassandra wise@sthelens london
CREATE CLUB - Invite only
Interested in making? Want the freedom to design what you want? Then create club is for you!
Open to Years 7, 8, 9 & 10
When Tuesdays, First lunch Location ST2
Lead Ms Walshe natalie.walshe@sthelens.london
CREST
Come along and complete a stem based project Bronze award for year 7 and 8 - 10 hours minimum commitment, Silver award for year 9 and 10 - 30 hours commitment, Gold Award year 11 and above - 70 hours commitment.
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Monday, First lunch Location Lab 3
Lead Ms Williams sarah.williams@sthelens.london
DEBATING CLUB
Learn about debating and discuss interesting motions.
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 & 12
When Friday, Second lunch Location Science Lab 9
Lead Mr Johnston roderick.johnston@sthelens.london
D&T NEA WORKSHOP - Invite only
An opportunity for Year 11 students to work on their NEA, having full access to ST4 workshop
Open to Year 11
When Mondays, Week B, Second lunch Thursdays, Week A, Second lunch Location ST4
Lead Ms Grange natalie.grange@sthelens.london
D&T CATCH UP CLUB
Catch up on any practical work missed Complete your project work
Open to Years 7, 8 & 9
When Wednesdays, First lunch
Location ST1
Lead Mrs Hallam laurie hallam@sthelens london
ECO CLUB
Eco club is for anyone who cares about the environment and wants to get actively involved in protecting it We run assemblies, whole school competitions, the Christmas Fair book recycling stall and a vegetable garden/greenhouse next to Longeworth Come join us and suggest more ideas!
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Monday, Second lunch
Location School Garden beside Longeworth
Lead Ms Brew jo.brew@sthelens.london
ECONOMICS SOCIETY - Invite only
We're a community passionate about understanding the "why" behind economic events Economics isn't just graphs; it's about human behaviour, resource allocation, and societal progress We bring together students to discuss current events, explore career opportunities, and connect theory with the world's most pressing challenges. From microdecisions to macro-trends, we make economics relevant and accessible for everyone
Open to Years 10, 11 & 12
When Wednesdays, Second lunch
Location MK4
Lead Mr Khan maaz.khan@sthelens.london
FEMINIST SOCIETY - by special invitation
FemSoc is a forum for yr 11-13 pupils to discuss feminist ideas and to plan feminist acts In 2019 Fem Soc helped change our school by lobbying to alter in house names from white male explorers to diverse female high flyers We have discussed everyday sexism, Andrea Dworkin and Charlotte Perkins Gilman in recent months
Open to Years 11, 12 & 13
When Thursdays, Second lunch
Location S1
Lead Ms J Brew jo.brew@sthelens.london
FENCING
An exciting sport which requires a unique blend of strategy, hand-eye coordination, and cardiovascular fitness
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Tuesdays, 4 20pm - 5 30pm
Location Lund - Jane Parker room
Lead External Provider
GEOGRAPHY
CLUB
If you enjoy exploring, asking big questions, or just discovering weird and wonderful facts, Geography Club is for you! We dive into everything from extreme environments to everyday geography. Come join us and see how amazing our planet really is!
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Fridays, First lunch Location K2
Lead Mrs Shah riya.shah3@sthelens.london
GREEK SOCIETY
Introduction to Greek culture for year 8
Open to Year 8
When Wednesdays, Second lunch Location K10
Lead Ms O’Hagan nicoletta ohagan@sthelens london
HISTORY SOCIETY
Love History? So do we... come and join us for quizzes, games and other interesting facts that you haven't covered in lessons
Open to Years 7 & 8
When Mondays, Second lunch Location K3
Lead Mr Wilkinson jospeh.wilkinson@sthelens.london
HOMEWORK CLUB
Need a place to focus and get your homework done? The homework club is open to anyone who might need a little support or a quiet place to get homework done
Open to Year 7, 8 & 9
When Tuesdays, 4 15pm - 5 15pm Wednesdays, First and Second lunch Location Library
Lead Ms Gautier Lee (Tuesday), Ms Halmagyi (Wednesday) marie-pierre.gautier@sthelens.london; judit.halmagyi@sthelens.london
HUMAN CONVERSATIONS
ACROSS
CULTURES AND TIME
This co-curricular activity will explore key readings in the history of ideas across time and cultures that help shape our world today The format will be a university-style seminar setting and will suit students in Year 9 and above that are interested in going beyond the curriculum and are thinking about Oxbridge/Ivy League/global university applications too
Open to Years 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Tuesdays, 4 15pm - 5 15pm
Location Q7
Lead Dr Dennis nick.dennis@sthelens.london
JSOC (JEWISH SOCIETY)
Open to everyone (of all faiths and none)! An opportunity to find out more about a variety of aspects of Jewish belief, culture, and work for social justice, from a variety of guest speakers Plus, free kosher pizza for all attendees!
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Thursdays, Week B, First lunch
Location Ante Room
Lead Dr Goldstein benjamin.goldstein@sthelens.london
LAW SOCIETY
A club run by sixth form students for anyone in years 7-11 who is interested in both criminal and civil law We look at case studies to highlight issues about the law, such as legal principles in theory and practice, legal reforms such as the right to jury trial, and famous legal disputes No prior knowledge of the law is needed, just an enthusiasm to learn more about it
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11
When Fridays, First lunch
Location M4
Lead Mr Whalley phil.whalley@sthelens.london
LITERATURE IN CONTEXT
An opportunity to discuss exciting books and issues relating to literature and culture
Open to Years 11, 12 & 13
When Wednesdays, Week A, Second lunch
Location K8
Lead Ms Ahmed, Mr O' Riordan and Ms Heyde suraya.ahmed@sthelens.london
MINDFUL COLOURING
In the midst of our fast-paced lives, finding moments of calm can be both rare and essential The Mindful Colouring Club offers a space to slow down, reconnect with the present, and rediscover the joy of creativity through the simple act of colouring.
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Mondays, First lunch Location Science Lab 7
Lead Ms J Ashraf jay ashraf@sthelens london
MODEL UNITED NATIONS
Are you interested in global affairs? Do you want to debate global issues such as climate change, conflict, human rights, and development? Do you want to understand international relations, practise teamwork under pressure and develop your public speaking skills? If so, Model UN is for you!
Open to Years 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Tuesdays, First lunch Location K3
Lead Mr Wilkinson joseph wilkinson@sthelens london
PINK SHEET CLUB
An exciting club for anyone who likes hard maths! Come along and try questions from 1-chili level up to 10-chili level, in a friendly support environment Chocolate is available to all, and certificates are available to anyone who completes 4 pink sheets!
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Tuesdays, Second lunch (open from 1:20pm - you can eat at the club) Location ST8 & ST9
Lead Dr Dolby carl.dolby@sthelens.london
ROCKET SCIENCE CLUB - Invite only
It IS Rocket Science In rocket science club, we build satellite modules to enter the CANSAT competition in March If you enjoy making, coding, solving, designing... this is for you! However, due to the proximity of the competition, we won't be accepting new members until the summer term
Open to Year 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Wednesdays, Second lunch Location DT
Lead Ms Wise cassandra.wise@sthelens.london
RUSSIAN CLUB - Invite only
This Club is for native or heritage speakers only
Open to Years 10 & 11
When Mondays, First lunch
Location C2
Lead Ms Chuykov galina chuykov@sthelens london
RUSSIAN LANGUAGE CLUB - Invite only
This Club is run on an individual basis.
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Wednesdays, First lunch Location C2
Lead Ms Chuykov galina chuykov@sthelens london
SCRABBLE CLUB
Come and enjoy a friendly game of the popular word game Scrabble! Great for developing vocabulary, practising spelling and having fun
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Friday, Week A, Second lunch Location K7
Lead Mr Williams alex.williams@sthelens.london
SPANISH CLUB
Come along to find out more about the Spanish-speaking world. We will explore festivals, customs, art, food and more!
Open to Years 7, 8 & 9
When Thursdays, First lunch Location M6
Lead Ms Sutton anna.sutton@sthelens.london
SPELLING CLUB
Spelling can be fun!
Open to Years 7, 8, 9 & 10
When Wednesdays, 8 15am - Year 7 - invite only
Wednesdays, 1.30pm - Year 8
Thursdays, 1 30pm - Year 9 & 10
Location Library
Lead Ms Courtenay-Thompson tina.courtenay@sthelenslondon
TALK
GERMAN
For those doing GCSE German, please come along to chat in German to improve your fluency
Open to Years 10 & 11 - German GCSE students
When Wednesdays, First lunch
Location M3
Lead Mrs Davis esther.davis@sthelens.london
THE LINKWAY
We produce the school magazine twice a year If you like writing, are interested in journalism and want to work in a fun and collaborative environment then The Linkway cubs club is for you
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11
When Wednesdays, Second lunch
Location M2
Lead Ms Agnew lara.agnew@sthelens.london
VEX ROBOTICS CLUB - Invite only
The Robotics Club at St Helen’s offers students an exciting opportunity to design, build, and program robots while developing essential teamwork and problem-solving skills This year, our club is proud to participate in co-operative competitions with schools across London, fostering collaboration and innovation beyond the classroom We welcome all students who are curious about technology and eager to explore the world of robotics in a supportive and inspiring environment
Open to Years 7, 8, 9 & 10
When Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays, First lunch
Location GW5
Lead Mr Cronjé kobus.cronje@sthelens.london
WOW CLUB
Science experiments to make you go "wow"! Come along to try fun and interesting practical science activities run by sixth formers
Open to Year 7
When Monday, Week B, First lunch Location Lab 2
Lead Ms James angharad.james@sthelens.london
ADVANCED PIANO TRIO - UKS2 - Invite only
Select prep pupils for advanced performance piano opportunities.
Open to Years 5 & 6
When Wednesdays, 12 35pm - 1 05pm
Location Practice Room Senior School
Lead Mr Hone alec.hone@sthelens.london
ADVANCED FLUTE CHOIR - Invite only
For flute players of Grade 5 or above skill level
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Wednesdays, 1.35pm - 2.05pm
Location SoM1
Lead Mr McAfee alan.mcafee@sthelens.london
BEGINNERS PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE - Invite only
Entry Level rhythm reading and percussion training
Open to Years 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Fridays, 8 15am - 8 45am
Location Recital Hall
Lead Mrs Boyle hannah.boyle@sthelens.london
BIG BAND - Invite only
Mixed instrument jazz ensemble
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Tuesdays, 1 05pm - 1 35pm
Location Recital Hall
Lead Mr Gathercole andy.gathercole@sthelens.london
CHAMBER CHOIR - UKS2 - Invite only
Audition based prep competition choir.
Open to Years 4, 5 & 6
When Wednesdays, 8 20am - 8 50am Fridays, 8 20am - 8 50am
Location Prep Music room
Lead Ms Felix emily.felix@sthelens.london
CHOIR - KS1 Invite only
Prep KS1 age group Choir.
Open to Years 1 & 2
When Tuesdays, 8 20am - 8 50am
Location Gables Gym
Lead Ms Toby holly.toby@sthelens.london
CHOIR - KS2 Invite only
Prep KS2 age group Choir
Open to Years 3, 4, 5 & 6
When Tuesdays, 8 20am - 8 50am
Location Woolfson Gym
Lead Ms Felix emily felix@sthelens london
CLARINET GROUP - Invite only
Audition entry clarinet ensemble.
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Thursdays, 1 35pm - 2 05pm
Location SoM1
Lead Ms James helen.james@sthelens.london
CLASSICAL GUITAR ENSEMBLE - Invite only
Guitar group with emphasis on Classical technique
Open to All
When Wednesday, 1 35pm - 2 05pm
Location Recital Hall/SoM1 or SoM2
Lead Mr Lind james.lind@sthelens.london
COMPETITION CHOIR - Invite only
Select Choir with audition placement
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Mondays, 1.05pm - 1.35pm Wednesdays, 1 05pm - 1 35pm
Location Recital Hall/SoM1 or SoM2
Lead Ms Handley, Ms Mann, Mr Brightwell, Mr Wookey catherine handley@sthelens london, colleen mann@sthelens london richard.brightwell@sthelens.london, simon.wookey@sthelens.london
CONCERT BAND - Invite only
Brass, woodwind and percussion large ensemble
Open to Years 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Thursdays, 8 15am - 8 45am
Location Recital Hall
Lead Ms Handley
catherine handley@sthelens london
GCSE COMPOSITION - Invite only
GSCE music pupils only.
Open to Year 11
When Thursdays, 4.15pm - 5.30pm
Location Music Tech Suite
Lead Ms Handley
catherine.handley@sthelens.london
GCSE MUSIC INDEPENDENT SESSIONS
GSCE music pupils only
Open to All
When Wednesdays, 8am - 8.45am Fridays, 8am - 8 45am
Location Music Tech Suite
Lead Ms Handley
catherine handley@sthelens london
Guitar group for prep pupils
Open to Years 3, 4, 5 & 6
When Tuesdays, 12 35pm - 1pm
Location Prep Music Room
Lead Ms Emerson
alice emerson@sthelens london
LOUD AT LUNCH - Invite only
Pupils are able to use the music building to develop their own projects and bands with teacher support
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Tuesdays, 1 05pm - 1 35pm
Location Recital Hall
Lead Ms Emerson, Ms Handley, Ms Mann alice emerson@sthelens london, catherine handley@sthelens london colleen.mann@sthelens.london
ORCHESTRA - Invite only
Large ensemble with Brass, woodwinds, percussion, strings and more
Open to Years 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Mondays, 4 15pm - 5 30pm
Location Recital Hall
Lead Ms Handley catherine.handley@sthelens.london
PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE - Invite only
Advanced Percussion Ensemble for seasoned percussionists
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Tuesdays, 4 15pm - 5pm
Location Recital Hall
Lead Mrs Boyle hannah.boyle@sthelens.london
POP GUITAR ENSEMBLE -
Invite only
Guitar group with emphasis on Pop music
Open to All
When Wednesdays, 3 45pm - 4 15pm
Location Recital Hall/SoM1/SoM2
Lead Mr Lind james.lind@sthelens.london
PRELUDE STRINGS - Invite only
Entry level strings ensemble
Open to Years 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Mondays, 8 15am - 8 45am
Location Recital Hall
Lead Ms Toby holly toby@sthelens london
RECORDER ENSEMBLE
Have fun learning the recorder and the basics of reading music.
Open to Years 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Tuesdays, 8.15am - 8.45am
Location Recital Hall
Lead Ms Handley catherine.handley@sthelens.london
ROCK BAND - UKS2 - Invite only
The band will be made up of 1 drummer, 1 keyboard player, 1 singer, 1 electric guitar and 1 bass guitar
Open to Years 3, 4, 5 & 6
When Fridays, 12.35pm - 1pm
Location Prep Music Room
Lead Ms Felix, Ms Toby emily.felix@sthelens.london, holly.toby@sthelens.london
ST HELEN’S COUNTRY - Invite only
Medium ensemble with a focus on Country, bluegrass, and folk music
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Fridays, 1 05pm - 1 35pm
Location Recital Hall
Lead Mr Brightwell richard brightwell@sthelens london
ST HELEN’S ROCK - Invite only
Audition entry Rock Band
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Fridays, 1 35pm - 2 05pm
Location Recital Hall
Lead Ms Emerson alice emerson@sthelens london
ST HELEN’S SINGERS
Open to all choir.
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Thursdays, 1.05pm - 1.35pm
Location The Centre/Recital Hall/SoM1/SoM2
Lead Ms Handley, Mr Wookey, Ms Mann catherine.handley@sthelens.london, simon.wookey@sthelens.london colleen.mann@sthelens.london
STRING ORCHESTRA - Invite only
Advanced string ensemble
Open to All
When Wednesdays, 8 15am - 8 45am
Location Recital Hall
Lead Mr Wookey simon.wookey@sthelens.london
VIOLA GROUP AND STRING QUARTET - Invite only
Strings chamber groups
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Tuesdays, 1 05pm - 1 35pm
Location Recital Hall/SoM1/SoM2
Lead Ms Kemp deborah.kemp@sthelens.london
WIND BAND -
Woodwind, brass and percussion large ensemble
Open to Years 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Thursdays, 8 15am - 8 45am
Location SoM1
Lead Ms Handley, Ms James
catherine handley@sthelens london, helen james@sthelens london
BIATHLON CLUB
A biathlon (under Pentathlon GB’s school-programme) involves swimming and running. Distances vary per age group and we will be working on these in separate sessions - Swim/Run
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Tuesdays, 4 20pm - 5 30pm Thursdays, 7.30am - 8.20am
Lead Ms Dawson tanya.dawson@sthelens.london
BADMINTON - Development
Training for Badminton focusing on skills, footwork, tactics match play with the aim of reaching the standard to progress to the main squad.
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Wednesdays, First lunch - U12 & U13 Thursdays, First lunch - U14+
BADMINTON - Open
Open badminton session for anyone to come and enjoy the sport
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Tuesdays, First lunch
Lead Ms Amanor sophia.amanor@sthelens.london
BADMINTON - U10 & U11
Badminton club to develop skills, footwork, tactics and match play Teams will be selected for competitive matches based on ability
When Fridays, 7 30am - 8 20am
CLIMBING
U12+ This club builds confidence, trust and body control They will learn to belay as well as climb, using a variety of techniques and leave with a smile at all they have accomplished
Open to Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
When Tuesdays, First lunch
Lead Mr Gibson chris.gibson@sthelens.london
FOOTBALL CLUB
Working on their ball skills and match play for football fixtures.
When Mondays, 7.30am - 8.20am - U14+ Mondays, 4 15pm - 5 15pm - U10 & U11 Wednesdays, 3 50pm - 5pm - U13 Thursdays, 4 20pm - 5 30pm - U12 Fridays, 7 30am - 8 20am - U8 & U9
Lead Ms Amanor sophia amanor@sthelens london
GAMES - Prep
This club gives the children an opportunity to try a variety of exciting sports and games each week. From teamwork challenges to fast passed mini matches pupils build confidence and resilience.
When Tuesdays, 12pm - 1pm - U10 & U11
Thursdays, 12pm - 1pm - U8
Lead Ms Amanor & Ms Hancock sophia.amanor@sthelens.london
HOCKEY - U11 & U12
Training for Badminton focusing on skills, footwork, tactics match play with the aim of reaching the standard to progress to the main squad
When Mondays, 7 30am - 8 20am - U11
Mondays, 7 30am - 8 20am - U12
Lead Ms Teague & Ms Arnot nadia teague@sthelens london
NETBALL - U10 & U11
This club looks at refining and enhancing their fundamental skills whilst developing their knowledge of the game
When Mondays, 4 20pm - 5 30pm - U13
Mondays, 4.20pm - 5.30pm - U14
Tuesdays, 7.30am - 8.20am - U15
Tuesdays, 4 20pm - 8 30pm - U16 & U19
Wednesdays, 7 30am - 8 20am - U10
Wednesdays,3 50pm - 5pm - U12
Thursdays, 4 15pm - 5 15pm - U11
PENTATHLON CLUB
We are at an exciting point of our Pentathlon as we introduce the 3 element of a Pentathlon - Laser Shooting In this club we will work on Swim, Run, shoot with the aim of eventually competing in Biathlons, Laser Runs and PGB triathlons
When Fridays, 7 30am - 8 20am - U10+
Lead Ms Dawson tanya.dawson@sthelens.london
PREFERENCE CLUB - U8 & U9
An introduction to badminton looking at grip, shots, footwork and working towards playing competitive games
When Wednesdays, First lunch - U8 & U9
Lead Ms Arnot angela.arnot@sthelens.london
Swim Squads are focusing on refining skills for galas and working on speed over the designated distances depending on their age groups
Development Squads are designed to improve upon technique and start to introduce gala skills. This inludes: Dives, Turns and relay changeovers.
When Mondays, 7 30am - 8 20am - U10 - Swim/Development
Tuesdays, 4 20pm - 5 30pm - U13
Wednesdays, 3 45pm - 4 45pm - U8 & U9
Wednesdays, 7 30am - 8 20am - U11 - Swim/Development
Fridays, 7 30am - 8 20am - U12
Fridays, First lunch, U8 & U9
Lead Ms Britton charlotte.britton@sthelens.london
TRAMPOLINING
This clubs looks at gaining confidence on the trampolining, learning new skills and developing existing more complex skills.
When Tuesdays, First lunch - U12
Lead Ms Macey danielle.macey@sthelens.london
COMBINED CADET FORCE (CCF)
The CCF is a uniformed youth organisation sponsored by the Ministry of Defence The aim of the CCF is to enable young people to develop leadership skills and teamwork by means of training to promote the qualities of responsibility, self-reliance, resourcefulness, perseverance, and a sense of service to the community
Cadets from St Helen’s and Merchant Taylors’ Schools may join the Royal Navy, Army, or Royal Air Force section They will be able to take part in afloat activities, fieldcraft and shooting, or flying, respectively Tri-service opportunities include participating in national military parades, and adventurous training such as parachuting and whitewater rafting
The minimum commitment isfor one academic year. The CCF parades every Friday between 4.00pm and 5.30pm at Merchant Taylors’. The girls travel by coach to Merchant Taylors’ School.
Please note there is no coach service available at the end of this session and subsequently girls will need to be collected or make their own way home.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAMME
Our Community Outreach Programme (COP) COP is the newest addition to our Year 10 co-curricular options and therefore the students who select this option this year will be instrumental in shaping the Programme for future generations of St Helen’s students and defining the scope of the community service. Students will attend a Soup and Sandwiches lunchtime event twice a month, hosted by the local charity MHA, based in the Oasis Lounge at Northwood Methodist Church. There are also plans to work with other local charities and organisations. Students who are selected for this option need to display initiative and entrepreneurial spirit, as well as a high degree of empathy and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others If there is a particular community cause that the students would like to support, they will be supported in making this happen Students will develop teamwork and leadership skills at the same time as making a positive difference
THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S AWARD SCHEME
The DofE Award Scheme develops the skills of leadership, teamwork and problem solving, as well as allowing students to develop their physical fitness and get outdoors. Participants are required to complete a Volunteering, Skill and Physical commitment, as well as a two-day walking expedition where they camp overnight. The girls will receive training in first-aid, map-reading and camp craft They will plan their own walking route through the Chilterns and come back with a rucksack full of washing and an experience they will never forget!
WOW CLUB
St Helen’s School is a Directly Licensed Centre for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, and a significant number of staff are involved in both training and supervising the expeditions Students can progress through Bronze, Silver and Gold Students in Year 12 can also start the Gold Award without having previously completed Bronze or Silver
Bronze DofE - invite only
These sessions will cover the Bronze DofE training framework This includes map skills, compass skills, expedition food and expedition kit Working in groups of 6-7, the girls will also plan their walking route cards for their training and assessed expeditions
Open to Year 10
When Mondays and Tuesdays - girls will attend one training session a week, 4.10pm - 5.15pm
Location Mondays - Q4 and Q5 Tuesdays - Q5
Lead Mondays - Ms Brew, Miss Woods, Miss Williams and Mrs Sinclair Tuesdays - Ms James, Mrs Cawthorne jo brew@sthelens london, cara woods@sthelens london, hannah williams@sthelens london helen sinclair@sthelens london, angharad james@sthelens london andrea cawthorne@sthelens london
Silver DofE - invite only
Training sessions will focus on preparing the girls for their assessment to the Isle of Purbeck (June 2025)
Open to Year 11
When Mondays, after school Location Mondays - Q5
Lead Miss Williams, Mrs Sinclair, Ms James and Mrs Cawthorne hannah.williams@sthelens.london, helen.sinclair@sthelens.london angharad james@sthelens london, andrea cawthorne@sthelens london
FABULOUS FOOD CLUB
Fabulous Food Club encourages the girls to develop life-long skills and knowledge around food preparation, budgeting, nutrition and health The girls use the St Helen’s Senior School dining room and kitchen to learn how food brings communities and groups together and creates a cultural identity, alongside developing practical skills that will stand them in good stead for university and beyond The Club meets every Friday after school and pupils take home all the meals and treats that they make All ingredients and equipment are provided
OUTREACH AND
VOLUNTEERING
PROGRAMME - Year 12
Between the October half term and Easter, all of our Year 12 students volunteer in a number of state primary schools across the London Borough of Hillingdon and other neighbouring boroughs This weekly protected time in the Year 12 curriculum affords our students the opportunity to make a long standing weekly commitment to a primary school. Students lead activities such as “The Awesomely Amazing Science Club”, Music, Drama, Spanish, Phonics and Reading clubs as well as leading a number of PE activities.
PHAB - Year 12 and Year 13
St Helen’s School has a long standing relationship with PHAB over a number of decades PHAB has been working to build an inclusive world for over 65 years, supporting a network of Phab charities and running Phab Adventures, bringing together disabled and non-disabled people of all ages in a spirit of togetherness, fun and creating spaces where everyone belongs, everyone’s involved because inclusion is Phab
The St Helen’s Year 12/13 Phab team meet weekly and raise money through various activities such as joint netball matches, Calendar Sale, non-uniform days and charity walks We are incredibly excited to be partnering with Harrow School for the first time from September 2025 and we look forward to seeing our relationship with Harrow build over the next few years.
YOUNG ENTERPRISE - Year 12 - invite only
Young Enterprise is an opportunity for you to work as a team and start a real life business You have the year to work together, build the business, come up with and create a product, to then sell at various fairs and events during the year. It is a commitment, but it opens up the opportunity to grow skills like team building, being proactive and hopefully, a really fun year!
Open to Year 12
When Fridays, First lunch Location K3
Lead Mr Bourne brandon bourne@sthelens london