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Clubs and Activities Co-Curriculum: 2018-19
Clubs and Activities
Co-Curriculum:
2018-19
Animation Club For: Years 7-9
When: Mondays 4.00-5.15pm
Where: Art Room 1
Staff: Miss Brooks—Art Technician
Discover what it takes to bring a character to life
on the big screen! Learn about different animation
techniques and principles such as how to morph
objects into other objects using traditional hand-
drawn animation or how to make a character
move in 3D stop-motion.
For new members - please see Miss Brooks for an
entry form as spaces are limited.
Art Club
For: Years 7—9
When: Mondays 11.50am-12.40pm
Where: Art 1
Staff: Mr Berrett and Sajil Kaleem, Y13
Work on a termly theme, build up drawing skills
and use the facilities to extend your projects.
For: Years 10-13
When: Mondays–Fridays from 7.45am; plus
Mondays—Fridays from 11.50pm; and
Mondays—Wednesdays 3:50-5:00pm
Where: Art 1
Staff: Mr Berrett and Miss Hughes
A very important opportunity to work on
coursework with access to facilities, space
and support.
Astronomy Club
For: Years 10-13
When: Fridays 12:30 - 1:00pm
Where: Physics 1
Staff: Miss Barbour
Are you interested in science and space? Astronomy
Club will allow you to explore this topic in more
depth than GCSE, looking at four key topics of Earth,
Moon and Sun; Planetary Systems; Stars; and
Galaxies and Cosmology. The option to take an extra
GCSE in the subject may be available for those
willing to do some independent study alongside the
sessions. Please speak to Miss Barbour in Physics for
more information.
Bridge Club
For: All players, new and experienced
When: Mondays 12:00-1:00pm
Where: S13
Staff: Mr Gallacher
This is a club for anyone throughout the
school who knows how to play bridge, or who
would like to learn. Year 7 are particularly welcome
as is everyone throughout the school. It is open to
experienced bridge players and to girls who have
never played this fascinating card game before.
Classical Book Club
For: Years 10-13
When: First Friday of the month, 4.00-5.00pm
Where: S 13
Staff: Mr Lonsdale and Sixth Formers
We will read a classical play or historical novel in
the intervening month and then meet up to
discuss it with tea and biscuits.
Classics Club (Junior)
For: Year 7 and 8
When: Check Daily Digest for day and time
Where: Room 21
Staff: Mr Lonsdale and 6th Formers
Run by Year 12 Latin and Greek students, this
club offers fun and exciting activities based on the
Classical world. Upcoming projects include
making myth comic strips, designing Greek pots
and Classically-inspired games and drama.
Classics—Senior
For: All Years, in particular Years 10 – 13
When: Throughout the year (as advertised in
Daily Digest)
Where: S 13
Staff: Mr Lonsdale and Sixth Formers
Discussions with pictures from visiting speakers
on all aspects of the Classical World.
For: All years
When: Wednesdays 12.20pm
Where: Room S4
Staff: Miss Berry and Sixth Formers
This term we will be thinking about what Jesus
would say to various people: Donald Trump, Kim
Kardashian, an ISIS fighter, Elon Musk to name but
a few! Everyone is welcome at the meetings – the
more diverse the views the better! Come along to
ask or to discuss or to listen. Everyone is welcome.
Most weeks there is food!
DT Club
For: Year 11
When: Monday and Friday mornings from
7.45am; Mondays and Fridays from
11.50am; and Mondays and Fridays
3:50–5.00pm. Students will be able
to use the DT rooms at other times by
prior arrangement with Mr Berrett.
Where: DT
Staff: Mr Berrett and Mr Pointer
An important opportunity to work on coursework
and revision work.
ENGLISH CLUBS
Debating Society
(Junior)
For: Years 7 to 10
When: Thursdays 12.25-12.55pm
Where: Lecture Theatre
Staff: Mrs Phipps and Ms Masterson with
Sixth formers
Should Britain open its doors to refugees? Are
grammar schools a good idea? Should the BBC
have fought harder to keep ‘Bake-Off’?
Junior Debating Society gives you a chance to
discuss the issues that matter to you. Each
week’s motion is chosen by students, and
everyone is welcome, whether they want to
make a speech, ask questions or just listen to
the arguments and cast a vote. You don’t need to
be an experienced debater to join in. Just come
along and have your say!
Let’s debate….
ENGLISH cont’d
English Drop In!
For: All years
When: Mondays 12.25 - 12.55pm
Where: E2
Staff: English Staff
If you’re a Year 7 wrestling with rhetorical
devices, a Year 13 struggling with synecdoche, or
you just want another perspective on a text
you’re studying, come along to the English drop in
session for that extra bit of support. All welcome!
Junior Creative Writing Club
For: Years 7 and 8
When: Mondays 12.25 - 12.55pm
Where: S4
Staff: Sixth formers (Dr Kelly—staff liaison)
A club for all Year 7s and 8s who would like to
write stories, poems and develop their writing.
Poetry Society
For: All years
When: Occasional talks and poetry readings
after school.
Staff: English department and Sixth formers.
Check Daily Digest and come along!
Year 11 Book Group
For: Year 11
When: Once a month, Monday lunchtime,
12.20pm. Launch date in Daily Digest
Staff: Miss O’Neill
Want to read more but don’t always have time?
Enjoy your set texts but looking for new challenges?
Came to the AL Literature taster lessons and
enjoyed talking about books? If this is you then
come along to the new Year 11 Book Group.
Geography Club (Junior)
For: Years 7 to 9
When: Mondays 12.25-12.55pm
Where: Room 25
Staff: Ms Yeo, but run by Year 12
geographers
A fun way to improve your geography skills and to
compete in the GA Junior World Wise Competition
at the Dragon School!
HISTORY CLUBS
History (Junior)
For: Years 7 to 9
When: Tuesdays 12.25-12.55pm
Where: Room 12
Staff: Miss Selway with help of Year 12
historians
Junior History Club provides you with an
opportunity to extend your historical knowledge
through games, quizzes and creative activities.
History Club
For: Years 10 to 13
When: Meetings held throughout the term
Staff: Mr South
Senior History Society meets throughout the year
to enjoy historical films, quizzes and lectures from
outside speakers. Any input from girls is very
welcome - if there's something that you'd like to
do or organise, let us know!
Chinese Club
For: Everyone
When: Tuesdays 12:25-
12:55pm
Where: Room 13
Staff: Mrs Wang
Introducing Chinese geography, history and culture
through films, games and fun activities.
中国文化俱乐部
French Literature and
Translation
For: Year 13 studying French
When: Autumn - Fridays 12:25-12:55pm
Where: S11
Staff: Mme Harskin
A relaxed browse through French literature, from
the Romantics to contemporary poetry or prose. If
you intend to do French at University you will find
the experience invaluable!
German Club
For: Years 7 and 8
When: Thursdays 12.25-12.55pm
Where: S14
Staff: Dr Chorley and Sixth Formers
Come and learn some German through board
games and other fun activities.
German Reading Group
For: Years 10
When: Mondays 12.25-12.50pm
Where: S14
Staff: Mrs Liebrecht
An informal reading group for Year 10.
Modern Greek Club
For: Years 12
When: Fridays 12.30-1.00pm
Where: S13
Staff: Dr Karapanagioti
This club is for those year 12 students who
started learning Modern Greek in year 11.
Come and learn to speak, read and write in
Modern Greek.
Study Modern Greek History and Culture
Observe the major similarities/differences
between Ancient and Modern Greek language.
Russian Polyclinic
For: Years 8-13
When: Fridays—first part of lunch
Where: S15
Staff: Mrs Solovyova
Anything that needs fixing in your Russian: from
case endings to conditionals! Perfect your
knowledge in a fun way.
Spanish Grammar Catch-up
For: Years 10 and 11
When: Mondays 12.00-12.30pm
Where: Room 15
Staff: Mrs Rymer
Rusty tenses? Come along to consolidate your
essential GCSE grammar.
Library
For: Years 7-9
When: Wednesdays 12.30-1.00pm
Where: Library
Staff: Ms Stott
Join our lively group of book worms and enjoy
reading and lively debate. During the Autumn term
help celebrate with award winning authors at the
Oxfordshire Book Awards ceremony and commence
reading the 2019 shortlisted titles. Receive Kids Lit
Quiz coaching from the OHS team UK winners!
For: All years
When: Lunchtimes
Where: Careers Centre or Lecture Theatre –
see posters and Daily Digest
Staff: Dr Strobel
Life lunches are for everyone interested to hear
about working lives from visitors. Life lunches are
informal – you ask the questions. Bring your lunch.
Magazine Editorial Committee
For: Autumn Term Y13 with Y12, Y12 take
over completely after Christmas.
When: Thursdays 4.00-6.00pm plus 2
production weekends: 29/30th Sept
and 13/14th Oct (reserve date 7th Oct).
Where: IT 1
Staff: Ms Girling
Lots of fun as well as hard graft on producing
current magazine. You are creating part of Oxford
High’s permanent record for posterity. Expect
commitment! A huge sense of achievement on
publication, when you can enjoy the compliments
of the whole school.
Magazine Reps Club
For: Magazine reps from each form
When: Tuesdays 11.50am-12.20pm on an
occasional basis; look for notices in
Daily Digest
Where: IT2
Staff: Ms Girling and sixth formers
An opportunity for the Magazine Representatives
from each form group to get together and create
material for the school magazine.
MUSIC CLUBS
A Cappella Choir
For: Years 10-13
When: Mondays from 4:00-5:00 in the
Autumn, Spring and start of the
Summer term
Where: Music School Hall
Staff: Dr Foster
This is an auditioned choir specialising in sacred
music. This year we will be performing in the Town
Hall and Sheldonian concerts, and in a prestigious
concert of our own in the Merton College Chapel.
Chamber Choir
For: Years 7-9
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays 8.30-9.00am
Where: Music School Hall or M2
Staff: Mr Jarvis
An auditioned choir for strong singers with a wide
repertoire. We will perform in three Lower School
Concerts.
Chamber Groups
For: Grade 6 upwards
When: Tuesdays 4.00-5.00pm
Where: Music School Hall or M2
Staff: Dr Foster
Do you want to form a string quartet? A clarinet
group? A reed ensemble? A saxophone choir?
A Renaissance Recorder consort? The Music
Department will help match you up with other
suitable players, help you find things to play, and
give you a space to rehearse. Then it’s up to you
to get practising. (We’ll give you some help if you
need it). This is particularly suitable for more
advanced instrumentalists, from about Grade 6
upwards. (Other times are also possible).
Concert Band
For: All woodwind and brass players
Grade 5 standard and above
When: Tuesdays 11.50am-12.25pm
Where: Music School Hall
Staff: Mr Jarvis
A large band of wind and brass players with a
varied repertoire.
Lower School Choir
For: Years 7 and 8
When: Thursdays 12.25-1.00pm
Where: Music School Hall
Staff: Mr Jarvis
An unauditioned group for everyone who enjoys
singing. We will perform
in three Lower School
Concerts.
Lower School
Orchestra
For: Years 7 - 9
When: Fridays 11.50am-12.25pm
Where: Music School Hall
Staff: Dr Foster
This group gives early orchestral experience to as
many pupils as possible. The minimum standard is
about Grade 4. Ask Dr Foster if you are not sure.
MUSIC cont’d
Musettes and Muses
For: Muses Y10 and Musettes Y13
When: Wednesdays: Muses at 11.50am-
12.25pm ; Musettes at 12.25-1.00pm
Where: Music School Hall or M2
Staff: Mrs Bowden
The Musettes is a small, auditioned group singing
close harmony.
Percussion Ensemble For: Years 7-13
When: Fridays at 12.25pm-1pm
Where: Music School Hall
Staff: Mr Fairbairn
This group provides important performing
experience on tuned and un-tuned percussion.
Senior Choir
For: Years 9 - 13
When: Thursdays 11.50am-12.25pm
Where: Music School Hall
Staff: Dr Foster
An unauditioned choir for all comers. In the
Autumn term we will be performing in the Oxford
Town Hall.
Senior Orchestra
For: Years 7 -13
When: Thursdays from 4.00-5.00
Where: Music School Hall
Staff: Dr Foster
This is a full symphony orchestra capable of playing
works from the mainstream classical repertoire.
Minimum standard Grade 5 for string players and
Grade 7 – 8 for wind players who will be auditioned.
We will perform n the Town Hall Concert.
String Orchestra
For: Years 8 - 13
When: Mondays 11.50am-
12.25pm and
Wednesdays
8.30-9.00am
Where: Music School Hall
Staff: Dr Foster
This is a group for the more advanced
string players with a minimum Grade 6 standard.
Sometimes wind players are added to form a
chamber orchestra.
Oxford Town Hall
Origami Club
For: All welcome!
When: Fridays 12.15pm
Where: S14
Staff: Mrs D’Souza-Eva and Dr Stacey
Learn how to create interesting models using
the ancient Japanese art of paper folding. There
will be a variety of projects to work on with
varying levels of difficulty. This year we are also
hoping to create some fun origami stop motion
animations. No previous experience is needed
as you will find that with practice you will
improve rapidly.
Robotics Club Who: Years 7-10
When: Starting after half term on Tuesdays
12:30-1:00pm
Where: IT1
Staff: Anoushka Patel (Y12) and Mr Watts
An opportunity to become involved in the exciting
world of robotics! Robotics Club will be a fun,
hands-on experience where you will learn how to
build and program a Robotic Vehicle. We will use
the Arduino platform to build the robots and use
various different sensors and input devices. All
levels of experience welcome!
SCIENCE CLUBS
Ecology Club
For: Years 7, 8 and 9
When: On an occasional basis—some
Mondays at 12.20pm. Look out for
posters/notices in Daily Digest.
Where: Outside by pond and greenhouse.
Staff: Mrs Stone and Miss Bell
For those with an interest in wildlife and
conservation. There will be opportunities for pond
dipping, and growing vegetables in the raised beds
and greenhouse, as well as the ever popular
annual OxClean litterpick.
Junior Science Club
For: Years 7 and 8
When: Monday 2nd lunch
Where: Chemistry 2
Staff: Gabriella White (Y13), Dr Regardsoe
and Mrs Rhodes
Do you love experimenting? Fancy designing,
making and firing solid fuel rockets? Wondering
how to turn copper into silver then into gold? Wish
to see the science behind cooking? Would love to
explore the practical side of science? Interested in
Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics? Bring along your
enthusiasm and come and have fun!
Physics Drop-in Sessions For: GCSE and 6th Form physics students
When: Mondays and Thursdays
12.30-1.00pm
Where: Ph1 (Mondays), Ph2 (Thursdays)
Staff: Miss Barbour (Mondays) and
Ms Rhodes (Thursdays)
Physics support drop-in. If you feel you
need to consolidate or revise any aspect of the
subject just drop in and get some extra help.
SCIENCE cont’d
Silver Crest Award For: Year 10
When: Tuesdays second lunch; starting after
October half term
Where: Chemistry 1
Staff: Dr Regardsoe and Mr Sobey with
other science teachers on hand to
offer advice.
The silver CREST award allows you to develop
your own project idea, test this idea through
experimentation, and record your findings.
Experience first-hand what ‘being a scientist’
is like by working on a project of your own
choice or proposed plan. Enhance your creativity,
teamwork and time-management, but above all
have fun.
STEM Society
For: Open to all
Where: LT or Ph1
When: 4.00-5.00pm, see Daily Digest for
dates/speakers
Staff: Sixth formers
STEM Society organises for speakers to come to
the school to talk about their field of expertise or
research in all areas of Science and/or Engineering.
Come along to hear about cutting-edge research,
and learn more about physics and maths!
SPORTS CLUBS Please see list at end of booklet
Technical Theatre Crew Club
For: Year 8 upwards, numbers limited,
so full commitment required.
When: Mondays at 12.10-1.00pm
Staff: Mr Hay
The opportunity to learn how the sound and
lighting systems work in the main hall and drama
studio, to build the sets for school productions and
to be part of the technical/stage management crew
for shows, plays and events during the year.
Textile Studio
For: ONLY for students currently taking
circus textiles, GCSE and A Level
When: Lunchtimes each day and Monday
to Thursday 4.00 – 5.15pm
Where: Textiles
Staff: Miss A Stewart
The textile studio will be open only for students to
work on existing projects and on GCSE and
A level projects.
Touch-typing
For: All years
When: Wednesdays from 11.55am- 12.25pm,
starting 19th September
Where: IT1
Staff: Ms Hughes
Train yourself to type using all 10 fingers!
Learn how to type without looking at the
keyboard! This is a club for anyone throughout
the school who would like to increase their typing
speed and accuracy. Year 7 are particularly
welcome although the club is open to all - from
those who 'hunt and peck' slowly, through to those
already fast typists who are looking to improve
their speed and accuracy.
TMP Med Doc
For: Years 11-13
When: Tuesdays 12.00-1.00pm
Where: Careers Centre
Staff: Dr Strobel
Designed by doctors for the Medical Portal, this is
an interactive medical society which consists of
online videos and group activities. Learn more
about Medical Ethics, PBL, prepare for UKCat,
MMI and discuss patient journeys. There will be a
programme on the careers display board and
emailed to all Y11-13s.
Wellbeing Club
For: Years 9-13
When: Fridays 12.20-1.00pm
Where: Drama Studio
Staff: Miss Bramall
Come and learn and share positivity, read articles
and share ideas on living to optimum wellbeing.
Young Enterprise
For: Year 12
When: Tuesday and Wednesday 4.00-5.30pm
Where: S5
Staff: Mr Gallacher
Setting up and running a small business.
Completion of report, visit to trade fair, entering
the YE competition.
Zumba! For: All years are welcome!
When: Thursdays—first part of lunch
Where: Main Hall (tbc)
Staff: Mrs Solovyova
“I left Zumba in the worst mood”….said NO ONE.
Ever! Be the happier version of you. Join the party!
Badminton Club
For: All
When: Tuesdays 11.50am-12.25pm
Where: Sports Hall
Staff: Mrs Tonks
Open access for all students for competitive and
social games. Regular attendance is expected
along with availability for selection for matches.
Cross Country
For: All welcome
When: Wednesdays 11.50am-12.25pm
Where: University Parks
Staff: Mrs Lowe
A club for all abilities. Kit: OHS shorts, polo shirt,
socks and trainers/boots (astro). Competitions
in the Autumn and Spring terms.
Dance
For: Years 7-9
When: Tuesdays 12.25-1.00pm
Where: Drama Studio
Staff: Mr Lewin
For: Years 10-13
When: Mondays 4.00-5.30pm
Where: Drama Studio
Staff: Mr Lewin
Modern, creative and contemporary dance.
Football
For: U12
When: Wednesdays 12.25-1.00pm and
Mondays 4.00-5.30pm
Where: School fields
Staff: Mr Gilbert
For: U13
When: Fridays 11.50am-12.25pm and
Mondays 4.00-5.30pm
Where: School fields
Staff: Mr Gilbert
For: U14s
When: Fridays 12.25-1.00pm and Mondays
4.00-5.30pm
Where: School fields
Staff: Mr Gilbert
For: U15s
When: Thursdays 11.50am-12.25pm
Where: School fields
Staff: Mr Gilbert
For: U16/U18s
When: Mondays 11.50am-12.25pm
Where: School fields
Staff: Mr Gilbert
A club for all abilities. Kit: OHS shorts, shinpads,
socks and boots (astro or football). Oxford United
coaches have been invited to join the club too!
Gymnastics
For: By audition Years 7 - 13
When: Mondays 4.00-5.30pm (Open Eve/
Display Group) and Fridays (all)
11.50am-12.40pm
Where: Sports Hall
Staff: Mrs Berry and Miss Ferrelly
Display group for Open Evening. (routines to
music in pairs, trios and small groups. Then group
routines, working towards the inter house
competition. Perfect those skills and learn new ones!
Hockey
For: 1st, 2nd, U16, U15
When: Mondays 4.00-5.30pm at BRN
Where: BRN (Hawks Hockey Club)
Staff: Mrs Lowe, Miss Flory and
Miss Huggins
For: U14s, U13s and U12s
When: Tuesdays 4.00-5.30pm at BRN
Where: BRN (Hawks Hockey Club)
Staff: Mrs Lowe, Mr Gilbert, Miss Ferrelly,
Miss Huggins and Miss Flory
Open access to all who enjoy playing hockey
competitively. Regular attendance at practice is a
pre-requisite to match selection. Practice is at BRN
Astro. (the Hawks Hockey Club). Transport provided
to the astro turf but private arrangements should
be made for the journey home.
Netball
For: U12s
When: Mondays and Tuesdays 11.50am-
12.25pm
Where: The courts
Staff: Miss Huggins, Miss Flory and Mrs Lowe
For: U13s
When: Thursdays 11.50am-12.25pm
Where: The courts
Staff: Miss Ferrelly and Mrs Berry
For: U14s
When: Tuesdays 12.25-1.00pm
Where: The courts
Staff: Miss Ferrelly and Mrs Berry
For: U15s
When: Fridays 12.25-1.00pm
Where: The courts
Staff: Mrs Lowe and Miss Huggins
For: U16s and 1st/2nd
When: Wednesdays 11.50am-12.25pm
Where: The courts
Staff: Mrs Berry and Miss Huggins
Open access club for competitive play, with lots of
help from the sixth form players. A and B teams have regular matches, C and D teams have
occasional matches. Regular attendance is a
pre-requisite for match selection. Oxfordshire
Tournaments are in the Autumn and Spring Terms.
Senior Swim Squad
For: All Years
When: Wednesdays 4.00-5.30pm
Staff: Miss Ferrelly
Strength and Conditioning
For: 1st XI and 1st VII
When: Tues 7.40-8.25am; Thurs 12.25-1.00pm
Where: Sports Hall
Staff: Mr Lewin
A club for serious fitness. Match players are strongly
encouraged. You must be prepared to work hard!
Swimming—Recreational
For: All Years
When: Mondays 12.25-1.00pm
Where: OHS Pool
Staff: Miss Ferrelly and Mr Lewin
This is a fun and relaxed opportunity for all
abilities to turn up and do lengths.
Tennis Coaching
From October 2017 (check notices in Sport)
For: All
Staff: Mrs Tonks and Mr Coomber
Coaching as an individual or in a pair or trio. Takes
place in private study periods before school,
lunchtimes or sports lessons. Fee payable. Forms
are available from the Sports Dept.
Trampolining
For: Y8s up: before half term invites only;
after half term open to all but sign up
as places are very limited.
When: Mondays 12.25-1.00pm
Where: Sports Hall
Staff: Mrs Lowe
Want to learn how to do a back drop and swivel
hips? This is a great opportunity for all.
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