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Being part of Rugby’s thriving community is exciting, inclusive and full of possibilities. Our teachers are as keen to devise fascinating clubs and activities to engage and feed inquiring minds as the pupils are to sign up for them. A good co-curricular programme is not about simply filling ‘spare’ time or bolt-ons to existing subjects, but more about creating enriching experiences that ignite a spark, lead to another question or nurture a quiet confidence.

It’s the chance to try something new, to challenge body and mind, to follow the ‘what-if’, to try, perhaps to decide it’s not for you, but to be encouraged to explore another path.

There are always many options here and the doors are open to as much as any pupil may like to fit in. The energy is inspiring, the approach inclusive and the emphasis is on enjoying life, because at Rugby, the whole person is the whole point.

This brochure is packed with our latest co-curricular programme activities.

Long Board WorkshopCeramic Bowl WorkshopCommunity Action Art Boat Building Animation ClubEngineering Club

Basic Solidworks 3D Drawing/Rendering SkillsBroadcast journalismCreative Lens-Based ArtsShort Film Projects and Lens-Based Media (drop-in sessions)

Moving Image ArtsIllustration ClubTextiles ClubPhotoshop Workshop

Theatre LabTechnical Theatre LabTheatre in Education Improvisation SocietyDirectors’ Workshop

Drama Skills WorkshopScholars’ PlayMain School ProductionLAMDA lessonsDance Company

Dance lessonsMiddle School PlayThe Festival on The Close

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Bradby Club Visiting/VolunteeringMentoringSocial Service VisitingHelping out at a Charity ShopCare

First Schools TeachingBrooke SchoolTake a BreakEntrepreneurs Club

Social Service MusicSocial Service ArtSocial Service PhotographyModern Languages Magazine

Chapel Choir Canzona Schola Cantorum Arnold Singers Temple Consort A CappellaBeavan SocietyChoral SocietyRock Choir

Rock GroupsConcert BandJazz OrchestraString OrchestraSymphony OrchestraBliss SinfoniaChamber Music Music Composition and Music Production Club

Bliss SocietyBlue Note SocietySocial Services MusicInstrumental and Voice LessonsMusic Theory and Aural ClinicsRehearsals with AccompanistRegular Performances Summary

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AerobicsAthleticsBadmintonBasketballCircuit trainingClay Pigeon ShootingCricketCross Country Cycling

FencingFivesGolfGirls’ Football (soccer)HockeyNetballPolo and RidingRacketsRoad Running

RoundersRugby FootballSailingSoccer SquashSwimmingTarget ShootingTeam TennisTennis/Tennis lessons Timed Run Triathlon

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Business SocietyBloxam ProjectEconomics SocietyEntrepreneurs ClubBiology Olympiad trainingJunior BS ClubNatural History ClubBiology SocietyChemistry – pupil led enrichmentChemistry Olympiad preparationCambridge Chemistry ChallengeLower School Science ClubLower School Computing EnrichmentUpper School Computing EnrichmentLandor SocietyCreative WritingThe Politics Society

Model United Nations (Junior & Senior)Mathematics Senior Team Challenge/STEP preparation Junior Mentoring Mathematics Olympiad MentoringGeographyGAIAHistoryNabuHydraHistory WorkshopRobotics ClubIntroduction to MindfulnessTemple SocietyThird Culture Kid ClubD-Block Astronomy Club Astronomy GCSE

F-Block Space RevolutionsEuropean Poetry Translation and Prose ClubLanguages Online and Language SupportThe Sidgwick SocietySurrealist GamesJunior Classics ClubGreek ClubLatin ClubJunior Arnold SocietyArnold Society Arnold Society Visiting LectureChess ClubEngineering Education SchemeLaw SocietyExpeditions World Challenge

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BROADCAST JOURNALISMCreate your own photographic and video content for the School’s news publications including the Design Centre magazine.

Venue: Design Centre Lens-Based Media/Photography Studios All years. Mondays 17.30-18.00

CREATIVE LENS- BASED ARTSJoin film and photography sessions to explore and create stunning, professional-looking imagery.

Venue: Design Centre Lens-Based Media/Photography Studios All years. Tuesday 16.35-18.00

SHORT FILM PROJECTS AND LENS-BASED MEDIA (drop-in sessions)These sessions will enable you to realise your creative ideas through the art of film-making from pre-production to the final on screen result. Starting with the creative writing process we will guide you through the stages of turning your words into scripts then the transfer to film.

Venue: Design Centre Lens-Based Media/Photography Studios All years. Thursdays 15.00-18.00

3D DRAWING/RENDERING SKILLS This is a wonderful opportunity to practise and develop your drawing and/or rendering skills no matter what level you are.

Venue: Design Centre Classroom E/D/LXX/XX. Thursdays 17.00 – 18.00

COMMUNITY ACTION ART A group activity where you will work as a team on some exciting primary school projects.

Venue: Ceramics room LXX/XX. Wednesdays 14.15–15.30

LONG BOARD WORKSHOPDesign and build a long board (skateboard) then create and produce graphics to customise it using a whole range of methods including Computer Aided design (CAD) and screen printing.

Venue: Workshop F-Block Tuesdays 16.00 - 18.00

BOAT BUILDING An introduction to boat building then follow a project to build wooden sailing dinghies from plans.

Venue: Workshop All years. Thursdays 16.00-18.00

ANIMATION CLUBExplore and discover different types of animation, create your characters and use the cutting edge facilities of the Media Centre to make a short film.

Venue: Art 2/Media Centre Tuesdays 16.35 – 18.00

ENGINEERING CLUB Challenge yourself to work on a variety of engineering tasks beginning with the construction of a Gravity Racer (go-kart).

Venue: Workshop All years. Tuesdays 17.00 – 18.00

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MOVING IMAGE ARTSExplore the technical aspects of photography and video imagery with sessions that will cover camera settings and lighting techniques.

Venue: Design Centre Lens-Based Media/Photography Studios All years. Fridays 17.30-18.00

ILLUSTRATION CLUB/ EXAM SUPPORT CLINICAccept the challenge of mini project briefs, which could include producing illustrations for given literature or perhaps for your own creative writing.

Venue: Textiles Room All years. Mondays 17.30-19.00

PHOTOSHOP WORKSHOPAlways wanted to learn how to manipulate images? This workshop will help you to learn and develop your Photoshop skills.

Venue: Graphics Classroom E & D Blocks (max eight pupils). Thursdays 17.00-18.00

BASIC SOLIDWORKS A chance for everyone to learn basic CAD skills on Solidworks to help develop skills and knowledge of computer aided design. You will acquire the skills to independently design and create products using the 3D printer.

Venue: Room D1 All years. Mondays 18.00 –19.00

THEATRE LABTheatre Lab is our flagship experimental theatre-making workshop. The ensemble meets regularly throughout the year, creating boundary-pushing new drama. We work with visiting professional playwrights to develop new writing which our student theatre company, formed from the ensemble, tours to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August.

Venue: Armoury Studio Theatre Wednesdays 18.00-19.00,

19.30-21.00

TECHNICAL THEATRE LABWorking in conjunction with the experimental ensemble Theatre

Lab, these practical workshops will help you to develop creative theatre design and technical skills.

Venue: Macready Theatre Thursdays 18.00-19.00

THEATRE IN EDUCATION Join this exciting company which forms part of the School’s community action programme working with young offenders.

Venue: Off site Wednesdays 14.00

DIRECTORS’ WORKSHOPThis practical workshop, aimed at House Play directors but open to all pupils, will help young directors

develop a range of skills – from managing an ensemble to creating a design concept.

Venue: Armoury Studio Theatre Tuesdays 16.30-17.30

MAIN SCHOOL PRODUCTIONThe main School production is an ambitious, highly polished piece of work performed over a number of nights in our professionally-equipped theatre.

Venue: Macready Theatre Wednesdays/Sundays (Advent and Lent Term) 18.00-19.00 and 19.30-21.00/Sunday 14.00-18.00

TEXTILES CLUBChoose from a range of different mini, textile-based projects or work independently on your own ideas.

Venue: Textiles Room All years. Tuesdays 16.00-18.00

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THE FESTIVAL ON THE CLOSEThe Festival on The Close is a celebration of Rugby School’s arts, culture and creativity in the local community. With

hundreds of practical workshops and dozens of student and professional performances, this is one of the most ambitious and far-reaching educational arts festivals in the country.

See website for further details: www.thefestivalontheclose.co.ukVarious days and times at the end of Summer Term.


LAMDA LESSONSIndividual or small group tuition from our expert LAMDA tutors towards graded examinations. From beginners to Grade 8.

Venue: LAMDA room Various days and times

DANCE LESSONSWe offer individual and small group lessons in ballet, tap, contemporary and other styles to suit all abilities and styles. Examination work as well as recreational dance is fully supported.

Venue: Dance Studio Various days and times

DANCE COMPANYWe run a number of dance ensembles to suit a range of

dance abilities and interests. We work in partnership with Motionhouse through workshops to create original choreography in contemporary, street, jazz and other styles and genres. The companies meet weekly to develop routines which are performed at our Dance Show which takes place in our annual festival.

Venue: Dance Studio Various days and times

F-BLOCK DRAMA SKILLS WORKSHOPJoin this fantastic ensemble-based activity developing new skills in small groups which you will showcase in a performance at the end of each term.

Venue: Macready Theatre Wednesdays 14.00

SCHOLARS’ PLAYOur talented ensemble of Drama Scholars come together to tackle a contemporary play which will be performed at the end of the Advent Term.

Venue: Macready Theatre Wednesdays/Sundays (Advent Term) 18.00-19.00 and 19.30-21.00/Sunday 14.00-18.00

E AND F-BLOCK PLAYThe Middle School play is a large-scale production which gives all E and F-Block actors an opportunity to be involved in a full length play directed by a member of the Drama Department Staff.

Venue: Macready Wednesdays/Sundays (from Lent Term) 6-7pm 7.30-9pm Sunday 2-6pm

IMPROVISATION SOCIETYIn this fun, practical workshop you will develop your short-form comic improvisation skills in various styles and genres.

Venue: Macready Studio Theatre

Thursdays 19.30-20.30

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CCFThe Combined Cadet Force at Rugby School was one of the first to be formed in 1860 and to this day plays an important part in the life of the School. Cadets have a wide variety of choice: Army (Fusilier), Parachute Regiment, Royal Marines, RAF, Corps of Drums and Catering Corps making Rugby School one of the most diverse CCFs in the country.

With a formal parade and training each Wednesday afternoon, there is also a two-night field weekend

and an activity day each year when cadets can put all they have learned into practice in unfamiliar terrain. There is also an Annual Inspection Parade in May. Cadets make good use of the School’s extensive grounds for weekly training, but some activities take place off site such as flying, shooting, climbing, kayaking and skiing.

While the CCF is run along military lines, it is not a precursor to military service or seen as a

promotional organisation for the armed forces. The aim is to provide an environment where pupils can focus on, acquire and develop leadership skills, team-working capabilities and camaraderie through discipline, service and adventurous activities. All pupils take part in CCF in the E-Block and a good number of cadets stay for four years.

Various days and times.

COMBINED CADET FORCE


G.O.A.L. stands for Get Outside and Learn and is an activity on offer to all members of the F-Block and some members of the D-Block during Wednesday afternoon activities.

G.O.A.L. takes place every week and gives pupils the opportunity to get involved in a wide range of activities in the outdoors, including biking, kayaking, walking, bush craft and conservation. Each activity last approximately two hours, and while some involve an off-campus trip, most are carried out in and around the School grounds.

One of the major projects we are involved in as a school is a conservation project with

Warwickshire Wildlife Trust. Every Wednesday afternoon a group of D-Block pupils spend a couple of hours working with Trust volunteers to clear areas of the Ashlawn Cutting Nature Reserve and create better habitats for butterflies, bees and small mammals as well as a more pleasant environment for dog walkers, runners and cyclists.

Other activities for the D-Block will include navigation using only nature’s signs, back-country cooking, team-building activities, kite making and flying and country walking. Activities are designed to teach new skills or develop existing ones or simply to have fun with friends in the open air. There are sometimes opportunities to work towards

nationally recognised awards in such activities as kayaking or climbing which will lay the foundation for possible future training.

G.O.A.L. takes place alongside other F-Block activities and offers a chance to learn skills which relate to future activities such as completion of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme or the John Muir Award. Camp craft, navigation and environmental awareness will be the key elements on Wednesday afternoons, giving pupils an insight into the skills needed in future years when tackling expeditions and activities either here at Rugby School or beyond.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme is the world’s leading youth achievement award giving millions of young people the opportunity to be the best they can be. A perfect fit at Rugby School, it boosts self-confidence, self-reliance and adaptability. The scheme’s three levels: Bronze, Silver and Gold is each made up of four sections - volunteering, skill, physical and expeditions, while the Gold level participants are also required to complete

the residential section. Each level offers individuals an opportunity to push themselves, gain new skills, enhance their aptitude and make new friends. The scheme is highly regarded at School and also by universities and future employers.

The Bronze level begins in E-Block progressing to Silver the following year and the highly regarded Gold Award in the Upper School. While we closely support

pupils through each level, it is very much their own personal responsibility to ensure they carefully choose their activities, satisfy the section requirements at each level and arrange for assessments in order to complete the award.

Enrolment details and dates are outlined to parents and pupils by the various Scheme leaders throughout the year.

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CAREThis pupil group works at several centres. Volunteers for this activity assist with the craft, games or events taking place, accompany residents for walks around the grounds and helping out in a general way.

Venue: various care homes in Rugby LXX and XX. Wednesdays 14.00

FIRST SCHOOLS TEACHINGVolunteer pupils for this group visit local Infant and Junior Schools (age range five to eight

and eight to 11). Activities include reading, arts and crafts, CDT, games and computing.

Venue: various primary schools in Rugby. LXX and XX. Wednesdays 13.15

BROOKE SCHOOLPupils visit Brooke School, a local school for children with additional needs. Each Rugby School pupil is attached to a class where they either assist with activities planned by the teachers, or devise a learning activity in agreement with the teacher.

Venue: Brooke School, Rugby LXX and XX. Wednesdays 14.15

TAKE A BREAKThis Warwickshire charity offers support and friendship to children and young adults with disabilities. Many of them attend special schools. Sixth form volunteers visit the children and help them pursue their own interests, which might include swimming, going to the cinema, shopping, playing at the park, cooking or arts and crafts.

Venue: various locations in town LXX and XX. Wednesday 14.15

BRADBY CLUB VISITING/VOLUNTEERINGVolunteer pupils help to run this popular young person’s club in town: interacting with the youngsters, assisting with the activities that are on offer as well as helping in the café.

Venue: Bradby Club in Rugby Mondays 17.30 – 20.00, Wednesdays 19:00 - 21:00, Thursdays 17:30 - 20:00

MENTORING Sixth form and D-Block pupils are attached to a primary school pupil for the year to help a child with reading, arithmetic or perhaps carrying out a research project.

Venue: Various primary schools in Rugby D-Block, LXX and XX. Wednesdays 13.45

HELPING OUT AT A CHARITY SHOPPupils help in any way they are asked to at one of many charity shops in town. The work ranges from helping manage the stock to meeting customers and also running the till.

Venue: variety of charity shops in Rugby LXX and XX. Wednesdays 14.15

SOCIAL SERVICE VISITINGPairs of pupils visit elderly people in the town in their own homes or in residential homes. This gives the opportunity for companionship and particularly conversation, and the chance to offer help in the home (cleaning windows, sorting, tidying or even just playing dominoes), shopping or unskilled work in the garden. Everyone is invited into the School for a party twice a year.

Various venues in Rugby D-Block, LXX and XX. Wednesdays 14.15

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CHAPEL CHOIR The Chapel Choir is the combined forces of Arnold Singers, Canzona and Schola Cantorum. It leads the singing in Chapel services, presenting a varied repertoire. The Choir also sings Compline on two Tuesday evenings each term at 21.30.

Fridays 13.25-14.25 and Sundays at 9.45

CANZONA Canzona is an auditioned choir of sopranos and altos, performing a wide range of sacred and secular music, often at Chapel services. All the members of Canzona also sing in the Chapel Choir and rehearsals

act both as sectional practices for Chapel Choir as well as an opportunity to explore repertoire for upper voices.

Mondays and Wednesdays 8.10-8.40

SCHOLA CANTORUM Cantorum is an auditioned choir of tenors and basses singing mainly, but not exclusively, plainchant. Schola provides an excellent opportunity for boys whose voices have recently changed to discover a whole new vocal world in the company of those who have recently experienced the same transition. All members of Schola Cantorum also sing in Chapel Choir

and rehearsals also act as sectional practices for Chapel Choir.

Mondays and Wednesdays 8.10-8.40

ARNOLD SINGERS The Arnold Singers is a chamber choir made up of some of Rugby School’s best singers. It performs a wide repertoire of sacred and secular music. The choir gives regular concerts, sings Choral Evensong in the Chapel and in Cathedrals, tours (February 2017 to USA) and often broadcasts for the BBC. The singers have made two CD recordings in recent years and have had several compositions written for them, including Jubilate

ENTREPRENEURS CLUBThe aim of this Club is to encourage its members to devise new business ideas and, if viable, set up and run their own company. Pupils are expected to produce a business plan, detailing how they aim to bring the product/firm successfully to market.

Venue: Collingwood Centre LXX and XX. Wednesdays 14.15

SOCIAL SERVICE MUSICPupils visit schools, hospitals and residential care homes to entertain with short and varied concerts.

Venue: Music Schools and various venues in town D Block, LXX and XX. Wednesdays 14.15

SOCIAL SERVICE ARTThis pupil group produces artwork for various locations within the community, such as doctors’ surgeries, the local hospital and community centres. Work is also created for use here in the social centres and for the various societies. A local primary school also now visits us to enjoy art sessions supervised by Sixth form pupils.

Venue: Art Schools LXX and XX. Wednesdays 14.15

SOCIAL SERVICE PHOTOGRAPHYThis group creates photographs for a variety of school publications and venues. Pupils have the chance to initiate and complete project ideas for local charitable organisations as well as within the school community.

Venue: Photography Schools LXX and XX. Wednesdays 14.15

MODERN LANGUAGES MAGAZINEPupils proficient in one or more foreign languages (native speakers and modern linguists) develop,

promote and raise the profile of the online Modern Languages magazine and its links with the Modern Languages Society.

This includes writing, collecting and editing articles relevant to international affairs and the study and practice of foreign languages (in the UK and elsewhere); creating film clips, interviews, sound bites and music files; writing film and play reviews and more.

Venue: Modern Language Schools LXX and XX. Wednesdays 14.15

Music here at Rugby is exciting, diverse, of a remarkable standard and caters for all levels of ability. Chamber music, orchestral training, jazz, rock, music theatre and choirs are directed by a team of inspirational musicians. There are more than 70 musical events each year.

Any enquiries can sent to the Music Schools Administrator, Claire Bradley, email: [email protected].


Deo by Simon Johnson, organist of St Paul’s Cathedral to celebrate the 450th anniversary of Rugby School.

Tuesdays 20.30-21.30 Fridays 20.15

TEMPLE CONSORT The Temple Consort is a high-level, small semi-chorus made up from members of the Arnold Singers, by invitation. It meets, from time to time, for specific projects.

A CAPPELLAThis close harmony group exists for keen singers to explore repertoire from 16th century madrigals to King’s Singers’ style arrangements of easy listening songs.

Fridays 8.10-8.40

BEAVAN SOCIETYPrimarily for singers of Grade 7 and 8 standards, the Beavan Society is for outstanding soloists to hone their craft with our resident singing staff and distinguished visitors from the wider music profession. Sessions take the form both of formal

masterclasses and of a more abstract, if not, wacky, nature…

Thursdays 20.30

CHORAL SOCIETYThe Choral Society includes anyone who likes to sing as well as all members of the Chapel Choir. It rehearses and performs large-scale choral works with orchestra and professional soloists. Pupils perform alongside parents, teachers, friends and members of the local community. No previous experience is necessary.

Thursdays (Advent and Lent Terms) 18.00

ROCK CHOIRThe Rock Choir is a fun way to enjoy singing and is open to all pupils without audition. It performs at Rock and Pop events, such as the annual Rock and Pop Competition.

ROCK GROUPSRock groups meet at various times during the week, co-ordinated by the Head of Rock and Pop. The annual Rock and Pop competition is a highlight of the

School calendar and is a fantastic showcase for the broad range of talent in this genre.

CONCERT BANDThe Concert Band is designed to accommodate wind, brass and percussionists from a wide ability range of Grade 5 standard and above. The music is extensive and varied, ranging from the military marches of Sousa to the film music of John Williams, and even from time to time, into the field of the classical masters. The band performs in all the major concerts and regularly has in excess of 60 musicians at its weekly rehearsals.

Tuesdays 13.25-14.25

JAZZ ORCHESTRAThe Rugby School Jazz Orchestra is an 18-piece Big Band. It plays a wide range of music, from the Big Band era of the ‘40s and ‘50s, to the Funk/Fusion music of the ‘70s and ‘80s. Within its repertoire are pieces such as Sir Duke, Jungle Boogie, Groovin Hard, American Patrol and Mas Que Nada.


STRING ORCHESTRAThe large scale traditional string orchestra is for all pupils who play a string instrument. The ensemble performs in concerts every term and plays a wide variety of music. Occasionally parts are adapted to suit less advanced pupils, and when appropriate, the most advanced players have the chance to play more difficult repertoire as a smaller group.


SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAThe Symphony Orchestra, comprising advanced instrumentalists from all year groups, performs an impressive symphonic repertoire, ranging from Mozart to contemporary film music which culminates in a Proms Concert in the annual The Festival on the Close.

Mondays 17.15-19.00 and Thursdays 13.25-14.25

BLISS SINFONIABliss Sinfonia is the professional orchestra in residence at Rugby School comprising some of the most talented musicians from the Midlands and further afield. Many of its players are on the music teaching staff at Rugby School and some of the most musically advanced pupils are invited to play in the Sinfonia. Each year the Sinfonia accompanies pupils for the Concerto Concert and features

in the Choral Society concert. It is named after the composer Sir Arthur Edward Drummond Bliss, CH KCVO (1891-1975) who was educated at Bilton Grange before moving onto Rugby School. In 1953, he was appointed Master of the Queen’s Music. Bliss Sinfonia String Quartet and Bliss Sinfonia Brass, which frequently collaborate in special projects with pupils from the School, are chamber ensembles formed from members of the orchestra.

CHAMBER MUSIC Rugby School has a variety of Chamber Music ensembles, tailored to the particular musicians that we have in the School at any one time. Pupils often play in these ensembles alongside professional musicians, but we aim to provide opportunities for musicians whatever their level, with ‘clubs’ tending to be for the less experienced musicians:

String Trios, Quartets and Quintets; Brass Academy, Rugby (natural) Trumpets, Brass Club; ‘cello Group; Clarinet Ensemble, Clarinet Club; Saxophone Quartet; Flute Choir; Horton Ensemble (wind trio); Jazz ensembles; Percussion Ensemble.

MUSIC COMPOSITION AND MUSIC PRODUCTION CLUB An opportunity to receive tips, help and guidance on any musical composition project you may already be working on, whether it be notated music or in your favourite audio software. All styles of music can be catered for; whether it be Baroque, Rock, anything from in between, before, or after. Join a creative team working on individual projects together, sharing tips and ideas.


BLISS SOCIETYThe Bliss Society makes trips to external concerts, opera and other similar professional productions twice a term.

BLUE NOTE SOCIETYBlue Note Society (D-Block, LXX and XX) and Junior Blue Note (F, E and D Block) are open mic

evenings at which pupils can perform in a relaxed environment whilst enjoying pizza!

SOCIAL SERVICES MUSICThis is a group of approximately 15 musicians who develop a programme of music together which they then take out into the local community on Wednesday

afternoons. During the years, strong links have been formed with local hospitals, churches, care homes and schools and the musical visits have been greatly enjoyed by both the students and their audiences. The group also provides music for events such as First Schools Day and visitors’ parties at Christmas and in the summer.

INSTRUMENTAL AND VOICE LESSONSThe Music Department caters for all levels of ability, with tuition offered for absolute beginners all the way through to diploma and beyond. Lessons are available on the following: Piano, Electric Guitar, Composition, Bagpipes, Organ, Bass Guitar, Flute, Trumpet, Jazz Piano, Violin, Piccolo, Cornet, Harpsichord, Viola, Oboe, French Horn, Percussion, Cello, Clarinet, Euphonium, Drum Kit, Double Bass, Bassoon,

Trombone, Acoustic Guitar, Harp, Saxophone, Tuba, Classical Guitar, Voice, Recorder, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin.

MUSIC THEORY AND AURAL CLINICSPupils are prepared for music theory exams on an individual basis by making arrangements through the Music Administrator.

Several Aural clinics are provided throughout the week to prepare for all grade exams.

REHEARSALS WITH ACCOMPANISTThe Head of Keyboard & Composition is available to rehearse music with piano accompaniments.

Tuesdays 17.00-18.00 Wednesdays 17.00-18.00 Thursdays from 17.30-19.00

REGULAR PERFORMANCES SUMMARY• Chamber Concerts are on

Sundays at 11.45am, showcasing the music scholars.

• Coffee Concerts, held regularly during break times. Lasting just 15 minutes, they are an

opportunity for pupils of any level to share music that they have been working on in a relaxed and supportive environment.

• St Andrew’s Church Concerts take place twice a term on Tuesday lunchtimes providing advanced musicians an opportunity to gain public platform experience.

• Informal Concerts are held twice a term at 18.00 on Wednesdays to give pupils of any level an opportunity to practise performing music that they are preparing for exams and other occasions.

• The Winter Concert is a festive charity concert that takes place on the final Sunday of Advent Term, showcasing the Concert Band and Jazz Orchestra, often alongside a renowned guest ensemble.

• The Concerto Concert is an opportunity for advanced musicians to perform concertos accompanied by the Bliss Sinfonia, Rugby School’s professional orchestra in residence. This concert takes place in the Lent Term with auditions held in the Advent Term for potential soloists.

• Choral Society Concert is held towards the end of the Lent Term. Featuring pupils, parents and staff a great choral work is presented with a professional orchestra and soloists.

• Night at the Proms, a substantial concert given by the Symphony Orchestra and held during the Festival on the Close at the end of the Trinity Term.

REGULAR COMPETITIONS SUMMARY• House Sing-Off! Every member

of the School takes part in this House singing competition early in October.

• Beavan Cup is held towards the end of the Advent Term, leading singers from each house present part songs.

• Music Theatre Singing Competition is held in Macready Theatre during the Lent Term.

• Rock & Pop Competition is held in Macready Theatre during the Lent Term, including Rock Groups and solo vocalists.

• Cleaver Beresford Solo Singing Competition is held towards the end of the Lent Term.

• Instrumental Competition is held towards the end of the Lent Term for instrumentals of all levels.

• Musician of the Year is held at the start of the Trinity Term, incorporating winners of competitions held during the Lent Term.


ATHLETICSAthletics is held during the Trinity Term for all year groups. Teams compete in regular athletic meets and are entered in to local and national competitions.

Venue: Athletics Track Tuesdays/Thursdays/Saturdays (Trinity Term)

BADMINTONBadminton coaching is provided by an external coach and the pupils also play recreational badminton. There is a badminton team which plays fixtures in both the Advent and Lent Terms.

Venue: Main Sports Hall/Collingwood Sports Hall E Block, D Block, LXX, XX. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays 14.00

BASKETBALLBasketball coaching is offered by Mark Spatcher (GB team). The 1st X play in regular matches throughout the Lent Term.

Venue: Old Gym XX, LXX and D Block. Tuesdays/Thursdays, Saturdays 14:30-15:30

CIRCUIT TRAININGHigh intensity exercise punctuated with variable rest around a circuit of body weight exercises utilising the full range of muscles.

Venue: Collingwood Sports Hall All years. Mondays 17.45

CLAY PIGEON SHOOTINGWe provide shooting lessons from beginners to national schools

standard. Some members of the club have their own shotguns which are kept at Honesberie. Guns are loaned to the rest of the club members. Honesberie owner, Nick Hollick, has shot for England and his highly dedicated staff provide first class tuition in rural Northamptonshire.

Venue: Honesberie Shooting School E-Block, D-Block, LXX, XX. Wednesdays (13.50 departure from Sports Centre Car park)

CRICKETThe cricket club continues to grow at Rugby. Block fixtures against Oundle, Cheltenham and many other leading Independent Schools take place. Two-day fixtures are played against Marlborough College and Clifton College. National competitions are entered

AEROBICSOur Aerobics class (hi/low impact dance aerobics) is an energetic, upbeat session that is sure to get your body moving. A great workout for all levels of fitness. The session combines cardiovascular training and toning exercises, for a good overall body workout.

Venue: Old Gym LXX, XX. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays 14.00-15.00

Rugby School’s sporting philosophy is to maximise opportunities for all pupils. It aims to give each pupil the chance, at some stage during their time here, to represent the School in competition by equipping them with the necessary skills to give them the confidence to do so. The programme is very much about teaching boys and girls about sport for life.

Our Sports Centre and its grounds offer fantastic facilities featuring purpose-built hockey astro pitches, netball and tennis courts. The sports hall hosts multi-sport activities including badminton, volleyball, basketball, indoor hockey and cricket, there are three squash courts, a new modern fitness suite and Fives courts.

The 25m indoor swimming pool is used for competitive swimming and water polo, and in addition to this, we have the Collingwood Centre new sports hall, equipped for indoor netball, cricket and basketball. This is also attached to the Sports Science department where academic physical education is taught.


HOCKEYHockey takes place throughout the three terms for boys and girls. Teams are selected for 11-a-side hockey and indoor hockey. We entre county competitions, independent schools cup and an independent schools league. Experience coaches from MT13 run sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Major and minor tours are held biannually for senior and junior teams and pre-season training is held in January before term starts.

Venue: Hillbrow Astro (Outdoor); Collingwood Centre Sports Hall (Indoor) F, E, D-Block, LXX, XX. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays

Girls Indoor Hockey: Mon 17.30-19.00 (invite only) Boys Indoor Hockey (invite only and Advent Term only) Tues 21.00-22.00 (tbc)Pre-season Hockey Club: Wed 17.45-19.00 (Advent Term Boys; Summer Term Girls) Games Lessons Tuesdays and Thursdays Match Prep Fridays 17.30-18.45

including the National Schools 20/20, and the Lords Taverners Trophy. Tours include Sri Lanka and pre-season tour to Dubai. Many players represent county and regional squads. Coaching is provided by ex-professional cricketers throughout the whole year and an extensive indoor winter coaching programme is in place.

All years. Various times.

CROSS COUNTRY This option can attract all types of runners, from those just wanting to do a sport to keep fit and enjoy running, as well as those keen on the competitive element and who want to represent the School. In addition, The Crick and Barby runs attract a good numbers for cross country (around a quarter of the School typically run these events at the end of Lent!). It is also a

great option for those students who want to get fit for the summer, particularly if they take Athletics in Trinity Term.

In addition to the Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday session and Timed Runs on Mondays, we also run ‘Crick and Barby Training Runs’ on Wednesdays at 16:30, meeting at the entrance to the Sports Centre, for the purpose of running a little further each week in preparation for the Crick and Barby practice distances.

All years welcome. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays 14:15

CYCLING This activity is for pupils who have an interest in road cycling with an intent to race either in time trials, triathlons or road races. Most sessions will be on the roads around Rugby and participants will need decent quality road bike with clip in pedals. There will also be some velodrome sessions (depending on availability). Pupils will be given the opportunity to take part in triathlon events and/or local time trials.

D-Block, LXX, XX.

FENCINGFencing is available throughout the year. All year groups are welcome to come and try this Olympic sport, from beginners to experienced Fencers. Full training will be given and the School provides full fencing kit. Matches are arranged with other schools throughout the year.

Venue: Old Gym Various times

FIVESRugby Fives is played as a minor games option in the Lent Term for both boys and girls. A group is also selected to play on a Thursday afternoon throughout the year and they provide teams that play fixtures on a Thursday and Sunday mainly in the Lent Term. Bedford, Oundle, Tonbridge, Derby Moor and Radley are regular opponents.

Venue: Fives courts E-Block, D-Block, LXX, XX. Wednesdays 14.00-17.00

GOLFA handicap is desired, but not a necessity however your own clubs and golf shoes are essential. Lots of help and instruction are provided by the staff and our dedicated golf coach. There are a number of different activities including range work, short game practise, and playing different golf courses.

Venue: Rugby Golf Club D Block, LXX, XX. Tuesdays/Thursdays 13.50 - 16.30, Saturdays 13.30 - 17.30

GIRLS’ FOOTBALL (SOCCER)Girls’ football is open to all abilities and experiences. We will likely have a 1st and 2nd team, who will play a number of home and away matches throughout the Lent Term. Coventry City ladies FC provide coaches on Tuesdays.

Venue: Springhill D-Block, LXX, XX

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NETBALLRugby School is proud to run up to 19 netball teams throughout the Lent term. All year groups are encouraged to play and all teams play in regular home and away fixtures. A teams are entered into county competitions and independent schools cup competitions. Coaching is provided by specialised coaches from Wasps Super league and Warwickshire Netball. Major and minor tours are held biannually for senior and junior teams and pre-season training is held in January before term starts.

Venue: Sports Centre All Years Monday-Sunday

POLO AND RIDINGWe provide Polo and riding lessons for all levels, from absolute beginners to international standard. With professional HPA coaches and a wide variety of polo ponies available, we are proud to introduce many new players to polo as well as entering tournaments at the highest levels of school sport, having produced two international players in the last three years. Lessons cost £45 each and transport is providedbetween School and the club.

Venue: Rugby Polo Club F-Block, E-Block, D-Block, LXX, XX.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays - 14:45, 16.00 or 17:15. Fridays (Club Chukkas) 18:10.

RACKETSRackets is a fast-paced game playedby both boys and girls at Rugby.Matches are played throughout the year.

Venue: Rackets Court F, E, D-Block, LXX, XX. Mondays 13.45-14.30, 17.30-19.00 Tuesdays 13.45-18.00 Wednesdays 13.45-18.00 Thursdays 13.45-18.00 Fridays 13.45-14.30, 17.30-19.00 Saturdays 13.15-14.45 Sundays 17.30-19.00

ROAD RUNNING This option attracts all types of runners, from those just wanting to keep fit to those who are more driven to keep up a good training load – particularly those who are likely to do cross country.

Runners meet at the entrance to the Sports Centre and various routes start from there, typically heading south, anything from four miles to seven or so later in the term for the more keen.

All are welcome. In practice, D-Block and above are able to choose this option, although we have had some capable runners from the F and E-Block take this sport option in the past.

Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays 14:15

ROUNDERSGirls Rounders takes place in the Trinity Term and the 1st team is invited to play in regular friendly matches on Saturdays.

Venue: Springhill XX, LXX and D-Block. Tuesdays/Thursdays and Saturdays (Trinity Term only) 14:30 -15:30

RUGBY FOOTBALLDuring the Advent Term rugby football continues to be the major game at the School. We regularly field 16 sides which cater for all abilities in all age groups. The standard of rugby at the School is very high with a number of pupils representing the County

and playing for Premiership Academies. The School has a long tradition of pupils who have played International or Premiership rugby at Gloucester, Leicester, Northampton and Worcester.

The fantastic team of coaches within the School produce high quality regular training sessions with all of our players using our excellent facilities.

SAILINGWe offer the chance for beginners to learn to sail as well as team sailing to a national standard. Our qualified coaches offer beginners the opportunity to achieve RYA certificates which can also be useful for the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. The School has 12 boats: six Fireflies and sic Laser Vagos which we use for the team racing and the Club has a number of different boats for beginners sailing. Sessions cost £8 each and transport is provided between the School and the sailing club at Draycote Water. The F-Block will also get a chance to try sailing in the Wednesday afternoon programme.

Venue: Draycote Sailing Club F-Block, E-Block, D-Block, LXX and XX.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays

SOCCER11 a-side soccer, with training on Tuesdays and Thursdays and fixtures on Saturdays during the Lent Term.

Venue: Hillbrow/Springhill D-Block, LXX, XX.

Monday Night Champions League FootballA new 7-a-side football league.

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SQUASHSquash is played throughout the year with most team matches taking place in the Advent Term, with coaching support in both the Advent and Lent Terms. The Lent and Trinity terms offer lots of scope for player development, supported throughout the pupils’ time at Rugby. A squash ladder also runs in the evening to allow pupils to play and develop even if their main sport is not squash.

Venue: Sports Centre E, D-Block, LXX, XX.

SWIMMINGTwo one-hour long swimming sessions are run as part of the sports programme.

Recreational swimming is intended for pupils who wish to swim for fitness and according to their own ability and goals. Team swimming is for those who wish to compete for the School in inter-school fixtures and competitions, which usually take place in the Lent and Trinity Terms. Although, team swimming is not available as an option for the E and F-Blocks, keen swimmers in those year groups with a background in competitive swimming may be invited to represent the School.

Venue: Sports Centre D Block, LXX, XX Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays

TARGET SHOOTINGIndoor .22 target shooting.

Venue: Rugby Indoor Range F, E, D-Block, LXX, XX. Thursdays 19.30-21.00

TEAM TENNISTeam players are welcome for specialised coaching - open to all players in a team.

Venue: Tennis Courts E, D-Block, LXX, XX. Fridays 17.45

TENNIS/TENNIS LESSONSTennis lessons take place during pupil’s non-lesson time and up to 22.00 most weekday evenings and all day Sunday. Performance player squads take place throughout the year, during games times and 17.00-19.00 and 21.00-22.00 on weekdays.

Venue: Sports centre F, E, D-Block, LXX, XX. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays (up to 22.00).

TIMED RUN This is for all students to access the opportunity to run with others, not just as part of their sports commitment. Pupils can turn up casually as part of keeping fit on a regular basis. Results are posted internally to enable progress to be tracked with particular emphasis on retunring to improve their own time (like parkrun).

There is also the House Competition side where each runner earns a point for the House just for running the course. During the years, we have seen great House rivalry with sometimes nearly the whole House coming out to secure the cup which is awarded at the end of each term!

November to February inclusive.

Venue: Queens Gates for The Close Course (approximately 2.1 miles)

Mondays 17:40

TRIATHLONTriathlon is a multi-discipline sport consisting of swimming, cycling and running. It’s a great sport to keep active, and by taking on the three elements of swimming, cycling and running you can keep training fun and varied too!

The swim will take place in the School swimming pool, running around the local Rugby area and cycling is a mixture of grass, closed roads/trails and the Velodrome.

Venue: Sports Centre D-Block, LXX, XX. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays 14.15

BUSINESS SOCIETYA pupil-run seminar society with talks on individuals work experience, their research of businesses and on the types of areas in which they are interested.

Venue: CC16 LXX. Tuesdays 17.30

BLOXAM PROJECTThe History Department’s Bloxam Project is Rugby School’s flagship academic journal. Pupils work in a peer-led editorial team on picture research; book reviews; writing

and editing article entries; liaising with Staff Editor; liaising with the publishing house/design team and working on the distribution list.

Venue: In School LXX, XX. Wednesdays 14.00

ECONOMICS SOCIETYAn Economics extension group which uses mathematical approaches and research to expand and develop pupils’ understanding of quantitative econometrics together with behavioural theories and insights.

Venue: CC14 LXX. Tuesdays 17.30

ENTREPRENEURS CLUBA superb opportunity for pupils to work together to plan and run social enterprises to make profit which is then donated to charitable causes.

Venue: CC16 LXX, XX. Wednesdays 14.30


BIOLOGY OLYMPIAD TRAININGExtra Biology teaching, using the Biology Olympiad Specification as our guide. Each week questions on the taught topic will be set for practise towards the Biology Olympiad held in January.

Venue: Biology Rooms Mondays 17.00-18.00

JUNIOR BIOLOGY SOCIETY CLUBPupil-led discussion group on a variety of biological topics. Based around presentations delivered by pupils. An excellent way to improve presentation and discussion skills.

Venue: Biology Department Tuesdays 17.00-18.00

NATURAL HISTORY CLUBPupil-led club for a wide variety of biological activities to possibly include:• Setting up of small mammal

traps and camera traps• Building and monitoring

bird boxes• Setting up tropical and

marine aquaria• Looking after and handling

the department reptiles

• Setting up moth traps around the School

• Occasional visits to local attractions on Sundays

Venue: Various locations. Thursdays 17.00-18.00

BIOLOGY SOCIETYPupil-led discussion group on a variety of biological topics. Based around presentations delivered by pupils. Excellent way to improve presentation and discussion skills.

Venue: Biology Department. Tuesdays 17.00-18.00

CHEMISTRY – PUPIL LED ENRICHMENTMembers of the XX and then LXX chemists will deliver masterclasses on a range of chemical topics.

Venue: C1 LXX and XX to lead. Lower School. Thursdays 17.00 –18.00

CHEMISTRY OLYMPIAD PREPARATIONHigher level chemistry discussed through past Olympiad papers.

Venue: Chemistry resources XX until January, LXX from January.

Wednesdays 18.00-19.00

CAMBRIDGE CHEMISTRY CHALLENGEStretch and Challenge for those interested in going beyond the Pre-U or A-level syllabus.

Venue: C7 LXX. Tuesdays 17.30-18.00

LOWER SCHOOL SCIENCE CLUBStretch and Challenge for those interested in going beyond the IGCSE syllabus

Venue: C2 F, E-Block. Thursdays 17.30-18.00

LOWER SCHOOL COMPUTING ENRICHMENTAll Lower School pupils are invited to attend the enrichment session which will incorporate any desired programming based activities.

Example projects can include, but are not limited to, web-based development, mathematical problem solving, code breaking and game design.

Venue: Computing Schools Tuesdays 13.25-14.25

UPPER SCHOOL COMPUTING ENRICHMENTAll Upper School pupils are invited to extend their computer based work completed in or outside of the classroom. These are usually founded upon any form of programming project, but they will also be invited to give, and listen to, talks and presentations on aspects of Computing, Information Technology and current affairs at specific points within the year.

Venue: Computing Schools Wednesdays 18.00-19.00

CREATIVE WRITINGRelaxed, weekly creative writing workshops

Venue: Tudor Common Room F-Block to XX. Fridays, time to be confirmed

THE POLITICS SOCIETYThe pupil-led Politics Society aims for two meetings per term. Recent Politics and Tawney Society speakers have included Professor David Denver; Dr. Anthony Bennett; Fergal Keane; Lord Strathclyde; Dr Andrew Preston (Cambridge University); Sarah Sands, former editor of the Evening Standard; MPs, Kwasi Kwarteng; Andrea Leadsom; Professor Tony Badger (Cambridge University) and Paul Routledge (Mirror columnist). In January 2014, Sir Malcolm Rifkind (former foreign secretary) addressed the Politics Society on

the issue of MI5 & MI6 in the wake of the revelations of Edward Snowden.

In 2015 the Politics Department established a joint venture with the History Department in launching an, ‘Ambassadors’ series of talks. To date the following have addressed us: Sir

LANDOR SOCIETYA reading and discussion group for pupils and staff interested in poetry, influential short fiction and critical theory. We look at a new text (usually a poem) each week, or over a few weeks if it is a long, complex text. Pupils are encouraged to offer presentations themselves.

Venue: Room 9, English Tuesdays 16.30

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Brian Fall - former ambassador to Moscow; Evarist Saliba - Malta ambassador to Libya, North Korea, CSCE; Frank Wisner - US ambassador to Egypt and Tim Cole (UK ambassador to Cuba).

School-wide mock elections take place at the time of UK General elections, EU parliamentary elections and US Presidential elections as well as a mock referendum on the UK’s membership of the EU. A ‘Rugby Parliament’ operates with sessions being held in the Debating Chamber.

Venue: Politics Department On an ad hoc basis, but at least four times a term.

MODEL UNITED NATIONS (JUNIOR & SENIOR)Model United Nations, or MUN, is an educational simulation and/or academic activity in which pupils can learn about diplomacy, international relations and the United Nations. MUN involves and teaches researching, public speaking, debating, and writing skills, in addition to critical thinking, teamwork and leadership abilities.

Participants in Model United Nations sessions and conferences, known as delegates, are placed in committees and assigned countries, or occasionally other organisations or political figures, where they represent members of that body. They are presented with their assignments in advance, along with a topic or topics that their committee will discuss. Delegates conduct research before the weekly sessions/conferences and

formulate positions that they will then debate with their fellow delegates in the committee, staying true to the actual position of the member they represent.

Venue: Politics Department

MATHEMATICS SENIOR TEAM CHALLENGE/ STEP PREPARATION Training for the UKMTS’s Senior Maths Team event (Advent Term)/STEP 1 preparation (Lent Term)

Venue: Mathematics Department.

Mondays 20.00-21.00

JUNIOR MENTORING A mathematics society geared towards JMC and TMC competition training.


Tuesday 16.35-17.25

MATHEMATICS OLYMPIAD MENTORINGMathematics enrichment at Intermediate and Senior level through UKMY problem sheets


Various times

GAIAThis discussion group provides an open forum for all pupils to experience geographical issues outside the studied curriculum. It is based around a four-week program of films, outside speakers, student presented papers and debates. Topics are wide ranging from use of oceans, climate change, national sovereignty, development and inequality.

Venue: Griffin Common Room D-Block, LXX, XX. Thursdays 19:30 – 20:30

NABULower School History debate club – the nuts and bolts of history.

Venue: History Department F, E, D-Block. Thursdays 17.00

HYDRAUpper School History discussion group – essential for A-Level historians.

Venue: Southfield House D-Block, LXX, XX. Tuesdays 19:30

HISTORY WORKSHOP

Venue: History Department All years. Various days and times.

ROBOTICS CLUBCircuit Breakers is a new enrichment programme for F-Block which offers interested pupils a rich and exciting platform to immerse themselves in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM).

Teams will be challenged to design, build, and program a robot from scratch using LEGO MINDSTORMS technology, then compete by solving missions on a table-top playing field. Successful teams will be entered into First Lego League national competitions and the World Robotics Olympiad to compete against schools across the world.

Along the journey, selected pupils will develop critical thinking and team-building skills, basic STEM applications, and even presentation skills, and have the

opportunity to receive a tangible recognition of success through the CREST Award Scheme.

Venue: FLT F-Block Mondays 18.00-19.00

INTRODUCTION TO MINDFULNESSShort courses and taster sessions to introduce secular mindfulness, exploring the benefits of practice for learning and well-being. Pupils are introduced to key concepts and guided through exercises for personal use.

All years. Various venues, days and times.

TEMPLE SOCIETYLecture by guest speaker followed by discussion on some aspect of religion, philosophy or the arts.

Venue: UTRR Tuesdays 19.30 (two to three times a term)

THIRD CULTURE KID CLUBThird Culture Kid or TCK club is designed for anyone that has lived or currently lives overseas. Each week we will share the various cultures that we have grown up in, watch relevant films from around the world and potentially even try some specialist cuisine! Come along to learn how to negotiate life as a Third Culture Kid in an increasingly diverse and global world.

Venue: GY3 All year groups welcome Tuesdays 13.45-14.15


D-BLOCK ASTRONOMY CLUB This is an opportunity for interested pupils to turn their eyes to the skies and explore the Universe and all that lies therein. Come along and learn about the vastness of space and how scientists from the Ancient Greeks to the Modern Day have interpreted what they could see in the night sky.

Venue: Science School Mondays 17.00-18.00

ASTRONOMY GCSE The Astronomy GCSE course covers planets, stars, galaxies and will include observations and trips. The intention is for the pupils to sit the GCSE exams in the D Block.

Venue: Lab P6 E-Block (By Application)

F-BLOCK SPACE REVOLUTIONSPupils will be involved in a number of team challenges based on the revolution in space flight and exploration. Pupils will keep a journal of their activities and the winning team will go on a trip to Airkix for indoor skydiving.

Venue: Lab P6 F-Block. Various days and times.

EUROPEAN POETRY To read, translate, and appreciate the poetry of different European traditions.

XX/LXX. Days, time and venue to be confirmed

TRANSLATION AND PROSE CLUB Translation and Prose in French

Venue: ML4 LXX, XX. Tuesdays 16.35-17.25

LANGUAGES ONLINE AND LANGUAGE SUPPORTDrop in session whereby pupils will access Languages Online and other resources in the Language Lab for revision and/or extension work in French, with support from staff present.

Venue: Language Lab F, E, D-Block. Thursdays 16.00-17.00

THE SIDGWICK SOCIETYThe Sidgwick and Junior Sidgwick Societies meet alternately on Thursday evenings to discuss a wide range of philosophical and theological ideas over cheese and drinks. LXX and XX pupils are welcome to the Sidgwick Society and F, E and D-Block pupils to the Junior Sidgwick.

Venue: CC12 All years. Thursdays 19.30

SURREALIST GAMESUnleash the creativity of your subconscious mind with a range of ‘Surrealist’ games and activities such as Exquisite Corpse, Collage, Automatic Drawing and Writing, creating a Dadaist poem or Calligramme and more.

Venue: ML7 All years. Tuesdays 16.35-17.25 Lent and Trinity Terms 2018

JUNIOR CLASSICS CLUBClassics projects, posters and activities: Latin Scrabble, Roman board games, making Roman/Greek stuff, reading comics in Greek and Latin.

Venue: LB G2, F, E-Block. Thursdays 17.00-18.00

GREEK CLUBAllowing students who have never studied Greek before or who want to develop their Greek language skills, to come along and spent time learning it. An Upper School pupil will also be at hand to support.

Venue: AL F, E-Block. Tuesdays 17.00-18.00

LATIN CLUBAllowing pupils who have never studied Latin before or who want to develop their Latin language skills to come along. Pupils with

an interest in studying Classics at university will come along to support the learning.

Venue: UB F, E, D-Blocks. Tuesdays 17.00-18.00

JUNIOR ARNOLD SOCIETYVisiting speakers talking about an aspect of the Classics syllabus.

Venue: FLT E, D-Block. Tuesdays/Thursdays 19.30

ARNOLD SOCIETY Lots of reading the original Latin/Greek for fun giving pupils the flavour of the original texts (in coordination with the Oxbridge/Uni Prep in the Advent Term)

Venue: UB D-Block, LXX, XX. Fridays 18.00-19.00


ARNOLD SOCIETY VISITING LECTUREEminent visiting professors from Russel Group universities giving lectures on relevant Classical topics (in coordination with the Oxbridge/Uni Prep in the Advent Term)

Venue: UB D-Block, LXX, XX. Tuesdays/Thursdays 19.30 blocks F/M

CHESS CLUBIndividual matches between students with annual school competition.

Venue: AL All. Fridays 17.30-18.00

ENGINEERING EDUCATION SCHEMEThis scheme is for those who may be interested in an engineering career and applicants must be

choosing suitable A-Level subjects. Sponsored by the EDT trust, pupils work in a team to solve a real engineering problem set by a local company and guided by the company engineers. The project includes two days spent at a university developing a solution to the problem in the workshops. The scheme is one of the best career experience opportunities in any area.

It is widely recognised as being a valuable entry on a CV, and it is well supported by industry. The scheme also allows participants to be awarded the Crest Award. CREST is a nationally recognised accreditation scheme for project work in the fields of science and technology regulated by the British Science Association.

Various venues, days and times.

LAW SOCIETYLaw Society is a pupil led society that aims to inform pupils about the law and possible legal careers. We invite speakers from the legal professions to talk about their career paths and also devise, debates and other activities related to legal topics.

Venue: Collingwood Centre D-Block, LXX, XX. Thursdays, various times.

EXPEDITIONS WORLD CHALLENGE Every two years, the LXX and D-Block have the opportunity to go on an extended expedition to a country they would not typically visit. In 2017, 60 students spent a month in Madagascar in four separate teams when activities included a four-day trek to the highest peak in Madagascar, seeing lemurs and helping to construct a water project for the local community. In previous years, teams have visited Bolivia, Honduras and Malawi. A unique, life changing experience.


CAS HANDBOOK ENTRY INFORMATION 2017-2018Oxbridge/ University Preparation

Oxbridge/University Preparation ARTMember of staff Mr Joseph Ryan Venue Art 2Year group/s LXX, XXDay To be confirmedTime To be confirmed

One-to-one Oxbridge/university candidate preparation sessions will be held to discuss strategies, portfolios and developing particular areas of study best suited to the university of your choice.

Oxbridge/University Preparation CLASSICSMember of staff Classics teaching staff Venue UBYear group/s D, LXX, XXDay WednesdayTime 18:00-19:00

Preparation for university each term:• Advent: Reading the works of the most famous authors of Rome and Greece in translation

(coordinated by themes with Arnold Society)• Lent: Discussions based on themes discussed in the previous term • Trinity: Project-based learning (essay, video, presentation about a topic of choice)

Oxbridge/University Preparation ECONOMICSMember of staff Mr Carl Fisher & Mr Oliver Wright Venue CC16Year group/s XXDay ThursdayTime 17:00-18:00

Advanced and accelerated critical thinking in Economic theory combined with mathematical approaches including calculus and regression. Interview practice and TSA preparation.

Oxbridge/University Preparation ENGLISHMember of staff English teaching staff Venue English classroomsYear group/s XXDay WednesdayTime To be confirmed (Sessions H or I)

In the first half of term, we look at well-known texts in a chronological order, starting with ‘Piers Plowman’ and ending with ‘Mrs Dalloway’. In the second half of term, there will be classes on a variety of texts. Rugby High and Ashlawn School pupils are also invited.

Oxbridge/University Preparation GEOGRAPHYMember of staff Dr Leanne MilnerVenue GY5Year group/s LXX, XXDay WednesdayTime 18:00-19:00

Targeted Oxbridge preparation based around TSA tests and interviews. High level of reading encouraged and expected in order to access debates and discussions posed in interviews and tutorial mock sessions.

Oxbridge/University Preparation HISTORYMember of staff Mr Ed Beesley & Mr Oskar SchortzVenue Room 63Year group/s LXX, XXDay WednesdayTime 18:00-19:00

Discussion-based seminars for aspiring Oxbridge historians and others seeking to develop history skills. Lent and Trinity Terms for LXX. HAT/CAT testing and interview exercises for XX.

Oxbridge/University Preparation HISTORY OF ARTMember of staff Dr Gabriel WilliamsVenue History Schools Year group/s LXXDay to be confirmedTime to be confirmed

Mock interview for applicants to History of Art courses at all universities including Oxbridge and the Courtauld Institute. This is open to those not taking the subject at BA or Pre-U.An UCAS personal statement clinic for all pupils applying for History of Art BA courses. General advice on writing statements and on relevant summer reading or work experience, as well as feedback on prepared statement drafts. This is open to those not taking the subject at BA or Pre-U.

Oxbridge/University Preparation MAT MATHEMATICSMember of staff Mr Matt BakerVenue to be confirmedYear group/s XXDay By arrangement (Advent Term only)Time By arrangement

Preparation for MAT (Oxford entrance) mathematics papers.


Oxbridge/University Preparation STEP MATHEMATICSMember of staff Mr Matt BakerVenue to be confirmedYear group/s XXDay By arrangement (all year)Time By arrangement

Preparation for STEP (Cambridge entrance) mathematics papers.

Oxbridge/University Preparation MFL - FRENCHMember of staff Languages teaching staffVenue to be confirmedYear group/s LXX, XXDay By arrangementTime By arrangement

Preparation for Oxbridge for XX candidates in Advent term, with possibility of continuing in Lent and Trinity Terms with Pre-Oxbridge sessions for interested LXX.

Oxbridge/University Preparation MFL - GERMANMember of staff Mrs Rachel WickesVenue to be confirmedYear group/s LXX, XXDay By arrangementTime By arrangement

Advent Term - preparation for Oxbridge/University candidates in XX. Lent and Trinity Terms - continuation for those interested.

Oxbridge/University Preparation MFL - ITALIANMember of staff Dr Beatrice ParolinVenue ML3Year group/s LXX, XXDay WednesdayTime 18:00-19:00

Oxbridge Italian enrichment sessions for Oxbridge applicants and anyone interested in Italian culture, heritage and language. We will read and analyse classic and contemporary Italian literature and films in order to expand language skills and cultural understanding of the Bel Paese. We will also focus on the preparation of the MLAT admissions test for applicants at the University of Oxford.

Oxbridge/University Preparation MUSICMember of staff Mr James WilliamsVenue Music schoolsYear group/s LXX, XXDay VariableTime Variable

These sessions will include specialist composition and performance tuition from external experts, as well as support for music scholarship applications, masterclasses and other high level skills.

Oxbridge/University Preparation PHILOSOPHY & THEOLOGYMember of staff Mr Dan McLeanVenue SheriffYear group/s LXX, XXDay FridayTime 18:00-19:00

Pupils present papers on philosophical or theological topics of their choice which are then discussed by the group. Individual reading lists can be constructed and practice interviews given on request.

Oxbridge/University Preparation POLITICSMember of staff Mr Paul TeetonVenue Politics Whips OfficeYear group/s LXX, XXDay ThursdayTime 20.00-21.00

An in-depth discussion group dissecting the issues raised in the latest edition Economics newspaper, the premier Political Economy publication.

Oxbridge/University Preparation SCIENCE - BIOLOGICAL SCIENCESMember of staff Dr Graham JoyceVenue BRYear group/s XX in Advent Term, LXX join in Lent TermDay WednesdayTime 18:00-19:00

The aim of these sessions is to prepare students for the Oxbridge selection process. We will focus on improving pupils’ ability to problem solve, communicate scientific ideas clearly and introduce them to content beyond the A-Level syllabus.


Oxbridge/University Preparation SCIENCE - EXTENSION BIOLOGYMember of staff To be confirmedVenue To be confirmedYear group/s LXX, XXDay WednesdayTime 18:00-19:00

This weekly session is aimed at those students considering taking a Biology related degree. It is a series of extra lessons that extends pupils beyond the A-Level syllabus preparing them for Oxbridge and other selective universities

Oxbridge/University Preparation SCIENCE - CHEMISTRYMember of staff Mr Trevor WhiteVenue Chemistry resourcesYear group/s XX until January, LXX from JanuaryDay WednesdayTime 18:00-19:00

Higher level chemistry discussed through past Olympiad papers.

Oxbridge/University Preparation SCIENCE – CHEMISTRY (HIGHER)Member of staff Dr Stephen BeldingVenue Chemistry resourcesYear group/s XX until December, LXX from JanuaryDay TuesdayTime 17:00-18:00

University preparation. Discussion of topics beyond the Pre-U or A-Level curriculum.

Oxbridge/University Preparation SCIENCE – PHYSICAL SCIENCES (including Engineering)Member of staff Dr Andy DaviesVenue Physics ResourcesYear group/s XX Advent Term, LXX Lent and Trinity TermsDay Wednesday Time 18:00-19:00

Problem solving and interview practice for students considering Oxbridge course in Physics, Natural Sciences (Physical), Engineering, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science.

Oxbridge/University Preparation THEATRE CRITICISM & ARTS DEBATEMember of staff Dr Tim CokerVenue Joining Theatre tripsYear group/s LXX, XXDay Various Time Various

Oxbridge candidates are invited to apply to join any professional theatre trips organised by the Drama/Theatre Studies department to develop their cultural, critical and contextual knowledge of theatre, text and performance.

Oxbridge/University Preparation HIGHER EDUCATION & CAREERSMember of staff Mrs Debbie Horner and Ms Lucy WaweruVenue Collingwood Centre or Boarding HouseYear group/s D-Block, LXX, XXDay By arrangement Time By arrangement

Ongoing support and discussion. Mrs Horner and Ms Waweru are available one-to-one to discuss any aspect of a university application, including to Oxford or Cambridge Universities.Email to arrange an appointment.

Oxbridge/University Preparation MEDICINE & VETERINARY MEDICINEMember of staff Ms Lucy Waweru Venue Careers & Science SchoolsYear group/s LXX, XXDay Wednesday Time 18:00-19:00

An active pupil-run society links with an academic enrichment programme aimed to enhance the ability of medicine and veterinary applicants to go beyond the A-Level syllabus and look at problems in new ways. Regular visiting speakers and some support for UKCAT or BMAT papers, as well as considerable interview practice. Recommended reading given and discussed.

Oxbridge/University Preparation LAWMember of staff Mrs Louise StevensonVenue SEN DepartmentYear group/s LXX, XXDay To be confirmedTime To be confirmed

Preparation for LNAT/Cambridge admissions tests, together with the opportunity to discuss contemporary legal issues and themes to assist pupils to approach interviews with confidence. Recommended reading also given and discussed.


Oxbridge/University Preparation ENGINEERINGMember of staff Ms Lucy Waweru, Mrs Lisa Bell and Mrs Seckin McGuirkVenue To be confirmedYear group/s LXX, XXDay To be confirmedTime To be confirmed

The pupil-led Engineering Society is a valuable source of information for those considering studying engineering by providing an insight into the various engineering disciplines available to undergraduates. A range of external speakers visit during the year and pupils participate in a number of practical challenges such as model bridge building. Pupils also join the Engineering Education Scheme, a national competition to solve a real engineering problem which includes two days at a university developing a solution to the problem.

Oxbridge/University Preparation TSA Thinking Skills Assessment & BMAT Critical thinkingMember of staff Dr Beatrice ParolinVenue ML3Year group/s LXX, XXDay WednesdayTime 17:00-18:00

TSA and BMAT Critical Thinking sessions focus on the preparation of the Critical Thinking session of the TSA and BMAT admissions tests for Oxbridge applicants

Oxbridge/University Preparation USA University EntryMember of staff Miss Samantha HarrisVenue To be confirmedYear group/s LXX, XXDay To be confirmedTime To be confirmed

Support sessions for those considering or applying to US universities. US applications demand significant time and effort, so pupils are encouraged to begin this process in the D-Block and must be working on their application in detail in the LXX. Jon Tabbert and A List Education provide three seminars giving training and support for SATs and ACTs.

Oxbridge ConsultationMember of staff Mrs Amanda Parker-JonesVenue To be confirmedYear group/s LXX, XXDay VariableTime Variable

A programme runs in departments for Oxbridge preparation. In addition, there is a talk from an admissions tutor. In the Trinity Term of the LXX, there are open day visits to Oxford and Cambridge when they fall (inserted as Open Days after term ends this year) in the last week of the Trinity Term, and a variety of interview practice provided including:• interviews with Heads of Departments in the Trinity Term of the LXX.• preparation for interview – Gwyn Day (fee applies) in the Trinity and Advent Terms.• interview exchanges with Magdalen College School, Oxford, Rugby High School and

Ashlawn School in the Advent Term.• external interview opportunities with Paul Stopford-Adams (fee applies) in the Advent Term.• interview practice for Medics with Dr Graham Fancourt, Dr Steve Brown and Professor

Chris Howe throughout November.• at least two practice interviews in departments in the Advent Term of the XX.

Oxbridge/University Preparation CLASSICSMember of staff Classics teaching staffVenue UBYear group/s D-Block, LXX, XXDay WednesdayTime 18:00-19:00

Preparation for university each term:• Advent Term: reading the works of the most famous authors of Rome and Greece in

translation (co-ordinated by themes with Arnold Society)• Lent Term: discussions based on themes held in the previous term • Trinity Term: project-based learning (essay, video, presentation about a topic of choice)

KEY:• F-Block – Year 9• E Block – Year 10• D Block – Year 11• LXX and XX – Years 12 and 13

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