CLUBS & SOCIETIES
More than 100 activities
GLEE CLUB
GYMNASTICS WATER POLO AMARIS
Chapel Choir
Cricket Nets
Model United Nations
Percussion Ensemble Current Affairs Club Explorers Club
Tea Club
Rock Climbing
Jazz
Cross Country Club
Woldingham always has a fantastic range of clubs and societies for students to choose from and this year is no different. It’s part of what makes Woldingham so special and supports our goal to enable students to thrive both at school and afterwards.
Good exam results open doors to top universities and exciting careers, but the activities, trips and clubs are important too. As well as being great fun, they enable students to foster wider interests, allow them to shine on stage, learn to be part of
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a team, try something out of their comfort zone and meet new people. As result, students develop the skills, confidence and interests to help them flourish throughout life.
We’re excited to share this directory, designed to help you explore the wide range of extra-curricular opportunities available to students this academic year. Inside, you’ll find a full listing of clubs and societies, key information about schedules and priorities, and guidance to help you plan your daughter’s co-curricular experience.
As in previous years, all club bookings will be managed via the myevolve platform. We’ll be in touch at the start of September with a link and instructions to log in and book. Please note: From this term onward, payment for any paid clubs will be taken at the point of booking through the myevolve app.
Students in Year 10 and above will continue to book independently, with parents able to monitor and approve selections via their linked accounts. We hope this guide gives you a helpful head start in planning for the term ahead.
How to book
Navigating myevolve is easy. From the user-friendly dashboard, there is access to an array of features including:
• A comprehensive list of clubs, complete with dates, times, and locations.
• The ability to make bookings with ease.
• Clear visibility on which year groups are eligible for each club.
• A calendar view of all booked activities.
• Facility for parental approval for any paid clubs or activities.
Need more help?
We’ve found myevolve to be intuitive and user-friendly, but contact us at extracurricular@ woldinghamschool.co.uk for assistance or guidance.
Attendance at clubs
Active participation in clubs and activities is important and regular attendance is expected. We will contact parents or guardians if a student misses two consecutive sessions. We’re happy to accommodate club changes, subject to availability, and will maintain waiting lists for oversubscribed clubs.
We are looking forward to the 2025-2026 academic year filled with enriching experiences and boundless opportunities for students.
CO-CURRICULAR DRAMA
Ballet Performance
Years 7-Upper Sixth (with ballet experience) | Autumn, Spring & Summer 1 (ending in May)
Ballet Performance is a class for students with ballet experience and a desire to learn how to take ballet technique to the stage, as well as learning professional repertoire. Ballet Performance students perform their routines alongside Dance with Attitude in our annual dance show, Get Up & Dance.
Choreography Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Autumn, Spring & Summer 1 (ending in May)
Choreography Club is an opportunity for students passionate about dance to learn choreographic skills and devices to create their own work. Routines are performed in our annual dance show, Get Up & Dance.
Clapperboard: Acting for Screen & Film Production
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Autumn & Spring
ADDITIONAL COST
Clapperboard is our in-house acting for screen and film production class. Students learn everything from camera angles, storyboarding and acting in front of camera effectively, right through to creating their own short films.
There is also the opportunity for students to take ‘Screen Acting Grades’ if they desire. (Weekly paid session with additional exam fees for Grade work.)
Dance with Attitude
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Autumn, Spring & Summer 1 (ending in May)
Dance with Attitude is Woldingham’s resident dance school. Lessons are mixed ability and are split into Year 7 / Years 8-9 / Year 10-Upper Sixth classes. Students learn contemporary and commercial street dance styles, whilst preparing routines for our annual dance show, Get Up & Dance.
Drama & Performing Arts Scholars
Years 7-11 (scholars only) | Throughout the year
All drama and performing arts scholars in Years 7-11 train together to produce work for two performance platforms during the school year. One is our Scholars Showcase in February, the other being to perform in the cast of either our KS3 Production or Festival Play.
Drama & Performing Arts Masterclasses
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Throughout the year
Throughout the year the Drama Department seeks opportunities for all students to expand their understanding of the performing arts. This is often in the form of masterclasses – such as circus skills or special effects make-up. Sign-up for masterclasses happens throughout the year.
Glee Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Autumn, Spring & Summer (Performance during The Wold Fringe Festival)
Glee Club is Woldingham’s musical theatre and contemporary performance company. It brings a fresh new spin to the traditional musical theatre class. Students work in two groups - Glee Juniors and Glee Seniors - to stage songs and dances from popular musicals, movies and more. Each year Glee Club stages its finale performance during The Wold Fringe Festival week. Previous performances have included The Latino Music & Dance styles of Gloria Estefan, Mamma Mia Madness and Back to the Movies, and in June 2025, The Legends Live On.
KS3 Drama Company
Years 7-9 | Autumn & Spring 1 (performance in early February)
The KS3 Drama Company works together with our Drama Ribbon and Drama Ambassadors, under the guidance of Drama Department staff, to stage an adaptation of a classic or well-known tale. The company is open to all budding performers in Years 7-9, and will conclude with a studentled performance platform in the auditorium.
Technical Theatre Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Throughout the year
For students with an interest in technical theatre, we run our Technical Theatre Club, where students learn, manage and run all things technical, alongside our in-house professional theatre tech team. Club members support school productions to get hands-on experience.
Wold PA Elite Company
Sixth Form (Drama Scholars only or entry by audition) | Throughout the year AUDITION REQUIRED
For our senior drama scholars and students with a true passion for performing, Wold PA Elite provides a rep-style theatre company that trains together to develop skills to a semi-professional level. Company members will also participate in the Scholars Showcase as well as the Sixth Form Production and/or the Festival Play.
Full Scale Productions
Years 10 & Lower Sixth Festival Play | Spring 2 & Summer Sixth Form Production | Autumn
AUDITION REQUIRED
The opportunity to perform in a full scale production each year.
Note: Year 11 do not have a full scale production due to exam constraints. However, all GCSE Drama students perform in two studio performances as part of their GCSE Drama studies.
CO-CURRICULAR MUSIC
Amaris
Years 10-Upper Sixth
AUDITION REQUIRED
Amaris provides an opportunity for experienced singers to develop their choral singing further; places are through audition and Amaris singers play a huge role in leading the school’s choral ensembles. Amaris was runner-up in the inaugural GSA Choir of the Year competition, performing repertoire including Dies Irae by Stroope, The Seal Lullaby by Eric Whitacre, Fire Dance of Luna by Darius Lim and The Lamb by Taverner.
Aural Club Grade 1-3
Years 7-Upper Sixth
AUDITION REQUIRED
For students working towards ABRSM and Trinity music exams. Drop-in clinics. Parents, VMTs and academic teachers can sign up/refer students.
Beginner Theory
Years 7-Upper Sixth
A chance for developing singers and instrumentalists to get to grips with the foundations of music theory and music notation, including notes of the treble and bass clefs, key signatures, and time signatures. Delivered in informal group sessions before school, Beginner Theory lays firm foundations to support vocal and instrumental study.
Caritas
Years 7-9
AUDITION REQUIRED
Caritas is Woldingham’s Junior Chamber Choir, providing an opportunity for young but capable singers to develop their choral singing further; places are through audition and Caritas singers play a large role in leading the school’s choral ensembles.
Chamber Music
Years 7-Upper Sixth |
Autumn & Spring Chamber music is a great way to flourish in smaller, more intimate ensembles – from piano duets to string quartets; and wind quintets to piano trios. Performing to the highest standards, our chamber ensembles reached the finals of the National Pro Corda competition. Our broad chamber music offering also includes rock and pop bands and an a capella choir.
Chapel Choir
Years 7-Upper Sixth (boarders) Chapel Choir leads Sunday Mass and other whole school Masses, such as for First Holy Communion, Confirmation and Old Girls’ Day. Often singing with a small ensemble, a highlight last year was a visit to Eton College for a joint evensong, performing Stanford’s Magnificat in C.
Flutissimo
Years 7-Upper Sixth
Flutissimo students play a mix of classical and popular repertoire; it’s a great opportunity to play with friends and take part in concerts. Come try it out.
Jazz Band
Years 7-Upper Sixth
AUDITION REQUIRED
Dive into the world of jazz with our exclusive audition-only club. Discover the art of improvisation, intricate rhythms, and musical camaraderie in a supportive environment. We are looking for capable instrumentalists to join us for an unforgettable journey through the heart of jazz.
Junior Choir
Years 7-9
Our fun and welcoming Junior Choir rehearses every week with energy and enthusiasm, gearing up to concerts, festivals and hopefully tours. The choir has performed a fantastic range of music, from The Carpenter’s Close to You, to When I Grow Up from Matilda, from Disney’s You’ll be in my Heart to an antibullying song, I Have a Voice
Percussion Ensemble
Years 7-Upper Sixth
A rhythm-tastic ensemble that gets everybody’s feet tapping with interesting and complex beats whilst showcasing how much any one instrument can do. Get beating with us.
Scholars’ Ensemble
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Summer
Our music scholars put on a united front with their different instrumental/vocal skill sets to give dazzling performances. Most recently, we saw the epic 007 Bond medley and Howard Blake’s The Snowman with the Year 7 choir accompanied by film screenings of both.
Senior Choir
Years 10-Upper Sixth
Senior Choir rehearses after school on Mondays with a wide range of repertoire covering classical (Tundra by Ola Gjeilo), musical theatre (Chicago medley), pop (Someone Like You) and R’n’B (You Don’t Own Me). A major highlight is our Carol Service in Westminster Cathedral, though there are performance opportunities galore throughout the year.
Sinfonietta
Years 7-Upper Sixth
Our training orchestra, Sinfonietta, offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the world of orchestral music. Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate musician with grades 1-4, this ensemble nurtures your talents while fostering teamwork and musicality. Discover the joy of performing classical masterpieces and modern compositions with fellow musicians.
Symphony Orchestra
Years 7-Upper Sixth (intermediate to advance grade)
Tackling a wide range of repertoire from Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty and Saint-Saëns’ Danse Macabre, our Symphony Orchestra explores the larger ensemble playing and relishes in opportunities to play with leading London orchestras on an annual basis.
The Brandenburg String Ensemble
Years 7-Upper Sixth
The Brandenburg String Ensemble blends classical and popular pieces, offering students a chance to perform, bond with peers, and refine their craft as a string player. Join us to elevate your musical journey.
CO-CURRICULAR
SPORT
ADP (Athlete
Development Programme)
Years 8-Lower Sixth | Throughout the year BY INVITATION ONLY
Unlock your athletic potential with our Athlete Development Programme. This is designed exclusively for students who are not sport scholars.
Athletics Squad
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Summer
Embrace the spirit of competition and personal growth in athletics. Train in various track and field events, such as sprinting, long jump, and shot put, in a supportive and determined environment.
Cricket Nets
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Throughout the year
Develop your bowling and batting skills throughout the year with our fantastic indoor cricket nets.
Cricket Squad
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Summer TRIAL REQUIRED
Experience the thrill of teamwork and strategic gameplay in the popular sport of cricket. Develop your batting, bowling, and fielding skills while fostering camaraderie among fellow players.
Football Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth
Kick off your passion for the beautiful game with Football Club. Join us on the field for exhilarating matches, skill-building drills, and team camaraderie. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the sport, our club offers a supportive environment to develop skills, make friends, and score unforgettable goals.
Hardball Cricket Nets
Years 7-Upper Sixth |
Throughout the year
Step up your game with Hardball Cricket Nets. Designed for experienced and developing players, this club focuses on skill development, match preparation, and technical training in a safe, structured environment. Join us to refine your batting, bowling and enjoy competitive, high-energy sessions with fellow cricket enthusiasts.
High Jump
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Summer
Reach new heights with High Jump Club. Perfect for athletes looking to improve technique, strength, and agility, our sessions focus on building confidence and refining form. Whether you’re aiming for competition or personal bests, join us to train with focus, challenge your limits, and soar above the bar.
Hockey Clinic
Years 7-Upper Sixth (in squads) |
Autumn & Spring
Take your hockey skills to the next level with our Hockey Clinic. This programme offers a perfect blend of skill development, strategic training, and teamwork.
Hockey Development Programme
Years 7-Upper Sixth |
Autumn & Spring
Join our inclusive Hockey Development Programme which aims to unlock your potential on the pitch. The programme includes training and regular internal fixtures in the Marden or Main House hockey league.
Hockey Goalkeeper Clinic
Years 7-Upper Sixth |
Autumn & Spring
Elevate your game between the posts with our Hockey Goalkeeper Clinic. Led by experienced coaches, this specialised training programme focuses on honing skills, improving agility, and enhancing decisionmaking. Elevate your performance, dominate the goal, and become a formidable force on the hockey field.
Hockey Squad
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Autumn & Spring
TRIAL REQUIRED
Discover the fast-paced and exciting world of hockey. Learn stick-handling, passing, and teamwork skills as you compete in thrilling matches, promoting sportsmanship and unity among teammates.
Netball Fitness
Years 7-Upper Sixth (in squads) | Autumn & Spring
Take your netball skills to the next level at early morning netball fitness. This specialised programme focuses on improving fitness, agility and basic ball skills. Join us to hone your performance and dominate on the netball court.
Netball Development Programme
Years 7-9 | Autumn & Spring
Join our inclusive Netball Development Programme which aims to unlock your potential on the court. The programme includes training and regular internal fixtures in the Marden or Main House netball league.
Netball Shooting
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Spring
Step onto the court and fine-tune your shooting skills with our Netball Shooting Club to sharpen your accuracy, technique, and confidence. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned shooter, everyone is welcome.
Netball Squad
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Spring
TRIAL REQUIRED
Get involved in the dynamic and fast-paced game of netball. Enhance your agility, teamwork, and shooting skills while building strong bonds with teammates through strategic gameplay.
Open Water Swimming
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Summer ADDITIONAL COST
Dive into adventure with Open Water Swimming Club. Experience the thrill of swimming in natural waters while building endurance and technique. Suitable for confident swimmers, join us for invigorating swims, expert coaching, and a supportive community. Embrace the challenge and enjoy the beauty of open water swimming.
Recreational Netball Club
Years 11-Upper Sixth | Spring
Join our fun and inclusive Recreational Netball Club and experience the joy of the game like never before.
Rugby
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Throughout the year
Embrace the strength, strategy, and spirit of Rugby Club. Sessions will focus on recreational play, skill development, and teamwork in a supportive setting. There will be opportunities to enjoy touch rugby as well as to learn the fundamentals of contact rugby in a safe and controlled environment. Whether you’re an experienced player or completely new to the sport, come and join us on the pitch to build confidence, develop your game, and be part of one of the world’s most exhilarating team sports. Alongside learning core rugby techniques, players will develop a wide range of transferable skills - including spatial awareness, coordination, communication, leadership, and decision making - that are valuable both in other sports and in everyday life.
Scholars’ Training
Sports Scholars only | Throughout the year
The sports scholar strength and conditioning training programme is designed to optimise athletic performance, prevent injury and empower students to reach their full potential both on and off the field.
Swim Squad
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Throughout the year
TRIAL REQUIRED
Dive into the world of aquatic fitness and skill development. Improve your swimming techniques, build endurance, and enjoy friendly competitions in a supportive environment.
Tennis Squad
Years 7-Upper Sixth | Summer
TRIAL REQUIRED
Serve, volley, and perfect your tennis game. Join the tennis club to enhance your skills, engage in friendly matches, and enjoy the mental and physical benefits of this elegant sport.
Water Polo
Years 9-Upper Sixth
Make a splash with Water Polo Club. Dive into the exhilarating world of aquatic sports, mastering the art of teamwork, strategy, and endurance. Whether you’re a seasoned swimmer or new to the pool, join us for thrilling matches, skill development, and a wave of camaraderie that will keep you hooked.
EXTRACURRICULAR
Astronomy Club
Year
9
Journey through the cosmos with Year 9 Astronomy Club. Explore stars, planets, and galaxies through hands-on activities, telescope sessions, and engaging discussions. Perfect for curious minds with a passion for space, this club offers a fun and accessible way to deepen your understanding of the universe
Badminton Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth
Experience the grace and agility of badminton. Improve your racquet skills, footwork, and strategy while engaging in friendly matches, promoting healthy competition and sportsmanship.
Basketball
Years 9-Upper Sixth
An opportunity to develop your basketball skills. We work on dribbling, shooting and lay ups, as well as zone and man-to-man defences, and finish each session with a scrimmage.
Beekeeping Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth
Dive into the fascinating world of beekeeping with our Beekeeping Club. Discover the importance of these vital pollinators, learn about hive management, and gain handson experience in maintaining beehives. Join us to develop a deeper understanding of bee behaviour, honey production, and environmental conservation while fostering a love for nature and sustainable practices.
Biology Society
Sixth Form
Biology Society is a chance to push A Level biology students beyond the curriculum. Students get the chance to present on topics of interest, run charity events and activities for younger years as well as learn about new and exciting developments in biology.
Boxercise
Years 10-Upper Sixth
Learn a range of beginner to advanced boxing skills, while enhancing your fitness, strength and agility. This club is entirely noncontact with a focus on learning while having fun.
Chemistry Cosmetics
Years 7-8
Join our fantastic Chemistry Cosmetics Club and embark on a creative journey of making your own cosmetics. You will enhance your lab skills while creating amazing products like bath bombs, lip balm, and perfume. Develop your ability to follow methods, work independently, and utilise lab apparatus such as Bunsen burners. Take home your personalised creations and indulge in the art and science of cosmetics
Chemistry Society
Year 11-Upper Sixth
Chemistry Society is about exploring your interest in chemistry beyond lessons. These include unusual practical activities, competitions (including the Royal Society of Chemistry Olympiad and the Cambridge Chemistry Challenge), opportunities to conduct your own research activities, and running events with younger students to promote an interest in chemistry.
Classical Greek
Year 7-Upper Sixth
Developing knowledge of classical Greek language and learning about Greek mythology, culture and history through the stories.
Colouring for Relaxation
Year 7-Upper Sixth
Unwind and de-stress with Colouring for Relaxation. This calm, creative club offers a peaceful space to focus, breathe, and enjoy simple artistic expression. Perfect for students seeking a mindful break in a busy day, join us to explore the soothing benefits of colouring in good company.
Crochet Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth
Learn how to crochet, practise, improve and find inspiration through patterns, seeing others’ work and asking for tips.
Cross Country Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth
The club allows students to have a 15 to 20 minute run in the area around the school two lunchtimes per week. Everyone can run at their own pace and can attend as often as they are able. We have several different runs depending on the weather and ability of the runners. The club is only cancelled in very extreme weather.
Current Affairs Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth
An opportunity to debate and discuss topical issues, to explore the wider world and empower you to change it for the better.
DJ Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth
Learn to mix, blend, combine and select music using professional mixing equipment and software.
Equestrian Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth
ADDITIONAL COST
Gallop into excellence with our Equestrian Team. Suitable for experienced riders with access to a pony, this team offers the thrill of competition and the pride of representing our school in showjumping or dressage. As a member of the NSEA, join us to compete under school colours and enhance your equestrian skills.
Explorers Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth
Explorers Club creates a sense of community and responsibility through outdoor activities. We run sessions in archery, fire lighting, zip wires, shelter building, orienteering, mountain biking and ropes courses. It is fun and active and promotes multiple skills such as resilience, leadership and communication.
Fencing
Years 7-Upper Sixth
ADDITIONAL COST
Fencing Club is an excellent way to try fencing for the first time. Fencing is one of the original Olympic sports and, as an individual sport, can appeal to people who are not so interested in team sports, but there is also a team element and fixtures against other schools. Fencing Club is also for experienced fencers to train to compete in local and national competitions and the Public School Fencing Championships.
Gardening Club
Years 9-Lower Sixth
Delve into the world of nature and nurture at Gardening Club. Discover the joy of cultivating plants, creating green spaces, and fostering environmental stewardship. Join us to learn gardening techniques, connect with fellow green fingers, and cultivate a deeper appreciation for the natural world around us.
Golf
Years 7-Upper Sixth
ADDITIONAL COST
Tee off with our Golf Club at the award-winning Tandridge golf course and experience the beauty of the game. Learn proper swing techniques, refine your putting skills, and navigate challenging courses. Join us to cultivate patience, concentration, and sportsmanship, while enjoying the outdoors and developing a lifelong passion for golf.
Gymnastics
Years 7-Upper Sixth
ADDITIONAL COST
Take centre stage in Gymnastics Club and unleash your athleticism. Improve flexibility, strength, and balance through dynamic routines and apparatus work. Experience the joy of soaring through the air, mastering flips and twists, and building confidence while fostering teamwork and camaraderie.
History Society
Years 7-Upper Sixth
Encouraging a love of history with a mix of activities involving academic challenge, such as students researching and giving presentations, as well as more creative activities such as creating Horrible Histories sketches and watching historical films.
Horse Riding
Years 7-11
ADDITIONAL COST
Small group horse riding lessons are led by Kingsmead Equestrian Centre’s coaches. The 30-minute lessons are suitable for complete beginners through to advanced riders, providing the opportunity to practise and improve skills through drills and exercises in outdoor riding schools.
Junior Classics Society
Years 7-9
We explore the ancient world. The theme for each term is decided upon by the students and sessions are a mixture of teacher-led and student-led.
Junior Debating Club
Years 7-10
Students engage in dynamic debates, refining critical thinking and public speaking skills. Join us for stimulating discussions, where you’ll learn to think critically and articulate ideas confidently, gaining invaluable experience that will help you excel both academically and in your professional life beyond the valley.
Junior Medics Society
Years 7-11 | Spring
Explore the fascinating world of medicine with Junior Medics Society. Perfect for budding doctors, we offer interactive workshops, inspiring talks, and hands-on activities. Join us to gain early insights into medical careers, build foundational knowledge, and connect with peers who share your passion for healthcare.
Junior REthink
Years 8-9
Junior REthink is Woldingham’s theology & philosophy club for Years 8-9, which aims to re-examine and challenge our beliefs and opinions, to both expand them and understand them better.
Junior STEM Club
Years 7-8
Welcome to Junior STEM Club, where hands-on experiments ignite a love for science, technology, engineering, and maths. Our mission is to inspire young minds to explore, create, hypothesise, and test.
KS3 Art Club
Years 7-9
An after school club where students come together to share ideas and make artwork together using a range of materials. Students can also bring in their own projects and work independently with guidance from our artist in residence.
KS4 Art Club
Years 10-11
Students learn additional approaches to experimentation, such as etching, screen printing and ceramics, which can be added to students’ GCSE portfolios.
Leadership Programme
Lower Sixth
Woldingham’s bespoke Leadership Programme is an extra-curricular option for Lower Sixth students. With an emphasis on personal growth, through the programme students develop highly soughtafter skills, including communication, listening, leadership and coaching skills. Project and service elements allow participants to practise leadership skills. The Leadership Programme is accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management, at Associate level membership. This gives you use of a digital credential which can be used to demonstrate your skills to future employers.
Leiths Academy Kitchen
Years 7-9
ADDITIONAL COST
Under the supervision of trained staff, students will follow a 10-week course, learning to cook delicious meals such as spaghetti bolognese, pesto salmon, and toffee crisp cookies. The course costs £295, including ingredients.
To register your interest, please complete the form on the Parent Portal.
Leiths Certificate: Introduction to Confident Cookery
Year 10 & Lower Sixth
ADDITIONAL COST
Students can progress from the Leiths Academy Kitchen course with this 30-week programme. Through weekly demonstrations and practical lessons, students learn menu planning, nutrition and knife skills. The course culminates with a graded assessment. The programme costs £1250.
To register your interest, please complete the form on the Parent Portal
Life Drawing
Sixth Form (Year 11 by invitation only)
Figure drawing with live model.
Literary Society
Years 10-Upper Sixth
In these weekly meetings we explore a wide range of texts, including prose, poetry, and literary non-fiction, as well as film clips and illustrative material. Our meetings are directed by students’ interests, and students are encouraged to lead sessions on texts or topics that interest them.
Maths Competition Club
Years 9-Upper Sixth
A club to prepare students for maths competitions, such as Hans Woyda, UKMT team challenges and maths feasts. A great way to practise problem-solving style questions to improve your skills and application of maths.
Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine
Sixth Form
Embark on a journey into the medical sciences with our society. Ideal for aspiring doctors, dentists, and vets, we offer insightful talks, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities. Join us to deepen your knowledge, gain valuable experience, and prepare for a future in the healthcare professions.
Model United Nations
Years 7-Upper Sixth
Model UN explores the roles of countries within the UN and their stance on key topics and current events. Participants assume the role of national ambassadors or representatives to debate and seek to solve global issues.
Nature Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth
Be the change with Nature Club. Get involved in environmental projects, from recycling initiatives to habitat care on school grounds. Learn about sustainability and take real action to protect our planet. Ideal for students passionate about nature, climate issues, and making a positive impact on the world around them.
Physics Society
Year 11-Lower Sixth
Physics Society is for Year 11 and Lower Sixth students interested in preparing for the Physics Olympiad papers.
Polo Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth (with competency as a rider)
ADDITIONAL COST
Experience the exhilarating sport of polo in our Polo Club. Learn horsemanship, develop riding skills, and engage in thrilling matches. Join us to embrace teamwork, strategy, and the joy of equestrian sports while building lasting bonds with fellow players and enjoying the thrill of the game.
REthink
Years 10-Upper Sixth
REthink is Woldingham’s theology and philosophy club, where students get the opportunity to debate anything they think needs rethinking or they want people to know about. This is students’ chance to be heard.
Reggae Club
Years 11-Upper Sixth
Celebrate rhythm, culture, and good vibes with Reggae Club. Learn about the roots and evolution of reggae music while enjoying classic tracks and discovering new sounds. Open to all music lovers, this club brings energy, connection, and a deeper appreciation for reggae’s global influence and message of unity.
Rock Climbing
Years 9-Upper Sixth
ADDITIONAL COST
Reach new heights with Rock Climbing Club. Learn essential climbing techniques, develop strength and agility, and conquer challenging routes. Explore the beauty of nature and cultivate teamwork, problem-solving skills, and a sense of adventure in a safe and supportive environment.
Senior Debating Club
Years 11-Upper Sixth
Year 11-Upper Sixth students engage in dynamic debates, refining critical thinking and public speaking skills. Join us for stimulating discussions, where you’ll learn to think critically and articulate ideas confidently, gaining invaluable experience that will help you excel both academically and in your professional life beyond the valley.
Shakespeare Society
Years 9-Upper Sixth
This club explores the plays and poems of William Shakespeare, looking at texts not studied in class, such as Henry V, King Lear, The Winter’s Tale or his sonnets. We read and discuss highlights from the plays, watch recorded performances - and aim to take students to the theatre to see Shakespeare’s plays in performance.
Spanish Bilingual Club
Years 9-10 BY INVITATION
ONLY
This club is for native speakers of Spanish who would like to keep up their language skills and culture. By invitation only for students who do not attend normal Spanish lessons. The club also prepares students to sit Spanish GCSE as an additional qualification. A native or near-native level of the language is expected.
STEM Society
Lower Sixth
The STEM Society passionately engages people with science, technology, engineering, and maths. We offer workshops, write newsletters, and invite guest speakers to cultivate a love for STEM. Through outreach programmes and collaborations, we inspire young minds and foster inclusivity.
Taekwondo
Years 7-Upper Sixth
ADDITIONAL COST
Immerse yourself in the ancient martial art of Taekwondo. Join our club to develop discipline, strength, and self-defence skills. Learn powerful kicks, precise strikes, and effective techniques while fostering respect, self-confidence, and personal growth in a supportive and focused environment.
Tea Club
Years 7-Upper Sixth
Tea Club is for those who love tea and those who would like to learn more about it. Club members will taste, drink and learn about some of the highest-grade loose-leaf tea. Learn about the Chinese Tea Ceremony, the philosophy and culture of appreciating tea, and the science of producing tea, or just come for a nice cup of tea, a biscuit and a chat.
The Southern Schools Book Award Group
Years 8-11
Woldingham is one of 30 schools in the Southern Schools Book Award Students in the group read and discuss five shortlisted books before voting for their favourites and attending a presentation ceremony at the end of February, where they can meet the authors and discover the winner.
Trampolining
Years 7-Upper Sixth
ADDITIONAL COST
Bounce into action with our Trampolining Club. Experience the exhilaration of aerial acrobatics, improve coordination, and build core strength. Learn flips, twists, and routines while fostering teamwork, body control, and a sense of achievement in a safe and supervised setting.
Women of Woldingham
Sixth Form
WoW is a safe space, solely for Sixth Form students, to hold presentations and discussions about feminism, ableism, racism, cultural and religious diversity and more. The group is led by students, with staff supervision.
Year 7 Book Club
Year 7
An informal book group which encourages students to enjoy reading and discussing books together, and take part in various book-related craft activities.
Year 7 Reading Club
Year 7
BY INVITATION ONLY
By invitation only, this is a reading club for Year 7 students to improve reading confidence and fluency using a range of books and reading materials to encourage a love of reading.
Young Enterprise
Lower Sixth
The Young Enterprise ‘Company Programme’ empowers young people to set up and run a student company under the guidance of a business advisor. Students make all the decisions about their business, from deciding on the company
name, managing the company finances and marketing the product/ service to the public. Participants gain practical business experience and key employability skills to help them thrive in the 21st century workplace. There are limited spaces, which will be determined by a competitive application process.
LAMDA, Music Tuition and Tennis Lessons
ADDITIONAL COST
LAMDA, music tuition and tennis lessons run alongside our extracurricular programme of clubs and activities. There is an additional payment, which is made directly to the teacher. Lessons are rotated so students don’t miss the same lesson each week. Lessons are for students of all years from Year 7-Upper Sixth and held throughout the year.
LAMDA Lessons
Our in-house LAMDA teachers provide solo, duo and group lesson for students wishing to develop their acting, devising and public speaking skills through the LAMDA grade programme. Booking is made directly with our LAMDA teachers. Contact lamda@woldinghamschool.co.uk for information.
Music Tuition
Visiting music teachers provide one-to-one and small group lessons for a wide range of instruments and voice for beginners and up to grade 8 and beyond. Some students take lessons in more than one instrument or voice. Contact music@woldinghamschool.co.uk to be connected with the right teacher for your required lesson and grade level.
Tennis Lessons
Tennis lessons take place throughout the year. They can be taken as individual lessons or in small groups. Contact tennis@woldinghamschool.co.uk to enquire or book lessons.
Quick reference
CO-CURRICULAR DRAMA
Additional Audition/ cost trial required
Ballet Performance - -
Choreography Club - -
Clapperboard: Acting for - -
Screen & Film Production
Dance with Attitude - -
Drama & Performing - -
Arts Scholars
Drama & Performing - -
Arts Masterclasses
Full Scale Productions - 3
Glee Club - -
KS3 Drama Company - -
LAMDA Lessons - 3
Technical Theatre Club -
Wold PA Elite Company - 3
CO-CURRICULAR MUSIC
Amaris - -
Aural Club
Beginner Theory
Music
Choir
Junior Choir -Music Tuition 3 Percussion Ensemble -Scholars’ Ensemble -
Choir
Sinfonietta
Symphony Orchestra
The Brandenburg -String Ensemble
CO-CURRICULAR SPORT
ADP (Athlete -
Development Programme)
Athletics Squad
Cricket Nets
Football Club
Hardball Cricket Nets
High Jump
Hockey Clinic
Hockey Development
Programme
Hockey Goalkeeper Clinic
Netball Development
Programme
Shooting
KS3 Art Club
KS4 Art Club
Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine
Women of Woldingham
Marden Park, Woldingham, Surrey, CR3 7YA (for satellite navigation please use postcode CR3 7LR) 01883 349431 extracurricular@woldinghamschool.co.uk woldinghamschool.co.uk