Co-Curricular Activities THE BRITISH SCHOOL AL KHUBAIRAT
SECONDARY TERM 1
CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (CCAs) AT BSAK
At BSAK, our world class curriculum is delivered alongside an array of engaging co-curricular and enrichment activities, which complement each other in providing students with opportunities to explore new interests, deepen thinking and develop their talents.
BSAK’s Secondary CCA programme offers students from Years 7 to 13, a range of activities outside of the core curriculum to promote intellectual challenge, broaden and deepen experiences, as well as providing opportunities to develop leadership and teamwork skills.
We are extremely proud of this exceptional and unique extended academic enrichment provision, which is carefully designed to deliver the very best opportunities for all students. Sixth Form students will support the delivery of clubs where possible to add to the experience. Not only are these students excellent role models for our younger students, but this also gives them the invaluable opportunity to build their own interests and skills in preparation for life beyond school.
In addition to clubs included in this booklet, we have an outstanding range of sporting, dramatic and musical co-curricular activities which have not been included here. Sign-up for these clubs will be conducted through various trials and auditions, which students are made aware of throughout the year. Information regarding how to sign up and the timeline involved, including at what stage of the application process you will know if your child has been successful in obtaining a place in the CCA, will be shared with you via the Parent Portal. Please note that some clubs offer limited numbers and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
After School Arrangements
Secondary
Please note the following information regarding Secondary CCAs:
● The secondary school day ends at 2:40pm, at which point secondary school students are free to leave the site.
● All students who are not enrolled in a CCA for that day need to have arrangements in place to be off school site by 2:50pm.
● For students who are enrolled in a CCA that day, arrangements need to be in place for them to be off school site promptly after the end of their final CCA session.
There are two CCA sessions per day, Monday – Thursday:
- Session 1: 2:45-3:45pm
- Session 2: 3:45-4:45pm.
NB.SomeMusicandSportsactivitiesmaybescheduledoutsideofthesesessionsfor practice/trainingandperformance/fixtures.Individualarrangementswillbe communicatedtoyoudirectlybytherelevantdepartment.
● CCAs are voluntary; however, the expectation is that students will attend all sessions for CCAs in which they are enrolled.
● Registers are taken for our internal records and safeguarding; however, due to the voluntary nature of secondary school CCAs attendance will not be tracked or followed up on as per normal school attendance.
● In the rare event that students are enrolled in a CCA in Session 2 but not Session 1, they are required to sign into the secondary library where they can complete some independent study. The secondary library is open daily until 3:45pm and can be used for quiet study/reading.
● Students who have a CCA in Session 2, but not in Session 1, are not permitted to leave the school site between 2.40-3.45pm and will be refused entry back into the school site if they do so.
Term One CCA Timetable
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
Dance Club
Art Club
Chemistry Olympiad
Cooking Club
Crest Award
Engineering Society
Fashion Club
Global Social Leaders (Sustainability)
Law Society
Maths University Admissions
MedSoc
MUN
Robotics Club
Spanish Conversation
UKMT
Video Vibes
World Scholar’s Cup
Yas in Schools 4x4
Charity Committee
Chess Club
Digital Creative Club
F1 in Schools
Mediterranean Cuisine
Physics Olympiad
Politics Society
STEM Society
TED-Ed
Board Game Club
BSAK Tribune
French Conversation
Wharton Global Youth Programme
A-Z Clubs & Societies
Art Club
Open to All
Art club will provide an environment to further explore art materials and techniques to support personal growth and individual and collaborative creative development.
Board Game Club
Open to All
Ever wondered who would win in an epic battle between Spiderman and a T-Rex? Step into the realm of table-top board gaming. Play action-packed games including Unmatched that bring legendary characters from history, folklore and fiction together. Bluff your way to victory in the neon futuristic world of Coup. Develop strategy, critical thinking and teamwork as you play a wide range of new modern board games. We offer a diverse and welcoming environment for players of all skill levels. See you at the table!
BSAK Tribune
Open to All
Step into the realm of journalism by joining our vibrant School Newspaper Club: The Tribune. As a member of our team, you'll have opportunities to collaborate with fellow aspiring reporters, develop our online media presence, and witness your stories come to life, fostering both your journalism skills and your lasting impact on our school.
Charity Committee
Open to All
BSAK's Charity Committee is a passionate group of students and staff members dedicated to organise events, awareness campaigns and promote social welfare. Our mission is to foster a culture of giving and have a positive impact in the BSAK community. This is a great opportunity to volunteer and play an active role in the BSAK society!
Chemistry Olympiad
Years 12 & 13
Designed to challenge and inspire, the UK Chemistry Olympiad is a unique opportunity for students to push themselves further and excel in the chemistry field. Budding chemists will develop critical problem-solving skills, learn to think more creatively and get a chance to test their knowledge in new, real-world situations.
Chess Club
Open
to All
"Check Mate!" We love hearing those words in Chess Club! From beginner to intermediate chess learners, Chess at BSAK offers an opportunity to help students improve in chess. We offer a nurturing atmosphere where students can grow into competitive chess players with the possibility of playing in tournaments. This club provides an after-school opportunity for students to engage in playing the challenging game of chess. It is currently open to all students and we are SO excited to get started this academic year! Chess has many interdisciplinary benefits for students, such as improved concentration, critical thinking, problem solving, long term planning and much more! BSAK Chess hopes that you will join our after school chess club and enjoy playing and studying this invigorating game!
Cooking Club
Years 7, 8, 9
Cooking Club is a fun, relaxed environment to make food and try new recipes. A must-do club for those who enjoy cooking and baking. We are looking forward to making healthy food together and enhancing your cookery skills.
Crest Award
Years 9, 10, 11
The CREST Awards scheme is the British Science Association’s flagship programme for young people. In CREST club, students are expected to independently pursue STEM based projects with the aim of achieving a CREST award. Club is open for signups from years 9-10, as well as returning students in year 11.
Dance Club
Open to All
Do you want to represent BSAK in the BSME dance competition in May 2024? We are looking for keen dancers to come together to build a team to go to the BSME Dance competition. We will be dancing modern/jazz style. It is designed to be fun, but also competitive as we build towards a routine that may win us a trophy! This takes place in the Dance Studio next to the Primary Sports Hall.
Digital Creative Club
Years 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11
Combining Creativity and Digital technology to create Communicative Media. You will learn a range of different digital skills using hardware and software to create amazing pieces of media.
Engineering Society
Years 10, 11, 12 & 13
EngSoc is aimed at empowering students to become future leaders and innovators in the field of engineering. We try to foster a passion and love for engineering by providing educational opportunities and hands-on experiences. This will hopefully spark an interest in students in STEM fields, nurture problem-solving skills, and cultivate a community of future engineers.
F1 in Schools
Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 & 12
Participating in the F1 in Schools club offers students numerous benefits. They are encouraged to think creatively and critically, working collaboratively to overcome challenges. Additionally, the competition requires teams to develop branding, marketing strategies, and portfolios, providing a comprehensive learning experience that extends beyond engineering. By joining F1 in Schools, students have the chance to connect with peers who share similar interests. They can also network with industry professionals and potentially open doors to future career opportunities in engineering, design, and technology.
Student teams will compete in the Qualy-finals that usually run during term 2. If they qualify, they will have a spot in the National Finals in June 2025. At this event students will race their cars, build and present a Pit-Display, discuss engineering and design principles with judges and produce and a fully branded race team that will compete against school teams from across the UAE.
Year 7 & 8
Students who participate in this club must be willing to participate in the National Finals race event held at Yas Marina Race Circuit at the end of June 2025. More information to follow.
Fashion Club (After School & Lunchtime)
This club offers a fun and supportive environment for students to explore their interests in fashion while developing valuable skills that can be applied to future projects'.
French Conversation
Year 11 GCSE Students
'Allez! On parle français!' This club is dedicated to conversational French following the topics covered at GCSE level.
Global Social Leaders (Sustainability)
Open to All
A passionate and dedicated group of students committed to making a positive impact on our environment. Our club aims to raise awareness about social issues, organise eco-friendly initiatives, and encourage sustainable practices within our school community. Join us in our mission to create a greener and more sustainable future for our school and beyond!
Law Society
Open to All
If you have ever wanted to find out what life is like as a lawyer, or have the thought that maybe law may be for you, then come and try BSAK's Law Society. We have fun and learn in many ways: debating (because a courtroom is like a really controlled argument!); by learning about the law and how different courts work; by having mock trials (or Moot Court); by analysing real cases; and by having guest speakers who are actual lawyers or studying law at university.
Maths University Admissions
Years 11, 12 & 13
This club is designed to provide support for those who require a maths based admissions test for their choice of university and course. We will practice questions from a range of tests such as TMUA, MAT, ESAT (Maths modules) and STEP.
Mediterranean Cuisine
Open to All
Explore the world of Mediterranean cuisine with us. Dive into a delightful array of quick-to-prepare dishes featuring diverse ingredients and inventive combinations. Discover easy-to-master recipes that you can effortlessly recreate in the comfort of your home.
MedSoc
Juniors: Years 10 & 11 / Seniors: Years 12 & 13
MedSoc is aimed at students who are thinking of a career in medicine. The club will be run by year 12 and 13 students who will share their experiences as they apply. In the weekly sessions, we will be covering everything you should be thinking about including practical things you could already be doing to gain some important insights and experience. We will also practice important interview and testing skills to help confirm whether it’s the right choice for you.
MUN
Open to All
Model United Nations (MUN) is a dynamic extracurricular activity that offers students the opportunity to enhance their leadership, public speaking and critical thinking skills while delving into global issues. Through participation in mock United Nations conferences, members represent different countries, engage in debates and collaborate to find solutions to international challenges. The club promotes research, fosters global awareness, and empowers students to think critically about real-world problems. MUN offers numerous benefits, including university and career opportunities and the chance to attend regional and national conferences. Open to all students, regardless of prior experience, the club welcomes those passionate about making a positive impact on the world. Join us and become part of a community dedicated to understanding and addressing global affairs.
Physics Olympiad
Years 10, 11, 12 & 13
British Physics Olympiad - The BPhO is to encourage the study of physics and to recognise excellence in young physicists through fifteen annual physics competitions. Why not take the challenge!
How do students get to the level of solving Olympiad problems? It sounds like an impossible task. You need to practise on questions. Look at the past papers relevant to your age group. They are generally harder than the ones you will get in class, but that does not matter.
One of the key aspects that will help is to work with a friend or a small group and discuss a question each week. Someone chooses one or two and you try them out. You do not have to succeed in everything, but you need to have thought about the question so that you can engage in a discussion and see what it is that got you stuck.
Choose ones that are on a topic you have covered recently. Do not expect them to be easily solved - you have to think about them for some time. But you get better; more confident and a little faster perhaps, and you learn not to be defeated and give up.
Politics Society
Years 10, 11, 12 & 13
The BSAK Politics society will cover contemporary political events alongside looking into how modern day political structures have come into existence. As part of this we will be running group debates and presentations, as well as looking to organise talks and digital political tours. It is highly recommended that A-level Politics students attend to build out their understanding of political case studies, as well as GCSE students who are strongly considering the Politics option.
Robotics Club
Open to All
In the Robotics Club, students will build and program robots using Raspberry Pi kits, exploring the fundamentals of robotics and coding together. Our Computer Science Year 13 students will be leading activities. No prior experience is necessary.
Spanish Conversation
Years 10 & 11
The Spanish-speaking club is specifically designed for GCSE students who want to enhance their confidence in speaking and listening in Spanish. Through engaging activities, conversational practice, and real-life listening exercises, you'll have the opportunity to develop your fluency and comprehension skills in a supportive environment. This club focuses solely on helping you improve your speaking and listening abilities, essential for excelling in your GCSE exams. Join us to connect with peers, build your confidence, and take your Spanish language skills to new heights!
STEM Society
Years 10 & 11
The STEM Society at BSAK is a student-led initiative dedicated to fostering a passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics among students with each session offering a deep dive into intriguing concepts, hands-on lab experiments, and guest talks from teachers and professionals with real-world experience in STEM fields. We plan to host a Research Poster competition, allowing students to explore and present topics of interest over ten weeks, with feedback from a panel of experts. Whether you’re aiming to broaden your understanding of STEM fields or pursue a career in them, the STEM Society is your gateway to discovery and innovation.
TED-Ed
Open to All
In the TED-Ed club, we will aim to: Host our own TED talk with each of us conducting individual speeches- these will hopefully be uploaded onto TED-Ed Clubs’ and TED-Ed Student Talks YouTube channel, Share our own ideas about things we are interested in, Create a community of like-minded, confident individuals!
TopU
Years 10, 11, 12
Are you an ambitious student looking to go above and beyond the curriculum? Do you dream of going to a top university and want to develop the skills and knowledge needed for a competitive edge?
TopUni Society is an academic enrichment program designed to propel you toward academic excellence and prepare you for the challenges of university life. In the first term, we kickstart your journey with sessions tailored to develop your critical thinking and study skills, ensuring a smooth transition and setting the stage for your future success.
From January, we dive into the heart of your chosen subject. TopU allows you to explore university-level material beyond the limitations of the school curriculum. Engage in thought-provoking discussions, dissect challenging topics, and delve into texts that broaden your intellectual horizons. This is your chance to ignite your passion and embark on a journey of independent super-curricular exploration in your chosen field.
UKMT
Open to All
Activities to prepare for the UK Maths Challenge events (Junior, Intermediate, Senior) this academic year. Open to all students who love Maths!
Video Vibes
Open to All
Are you ready to dive into the world of music videos? Join us after school for the ultimate experience at the Video Vibe Tribe! Whether you're a budding filmmaker or simply a music lover, this club is for you! Explore iconic music videos and create your own. Let’s make some noise, have fun, and vibe together! Don't miss out on the chance to express your creativity in a whole new way! Sign up today and let's get this party started!
Wharton Global Youth Programme
Open to All
This exciting, hands-on investment competition is open to high school students (Year 10-13). In teams of four to seven, with the support of a teacher advisor, students will dive into the world of investing using an online stock market simulator. Throughout the challenge, you'll develop key skills in strategy-building, teamwork, communication, risk management, diversification, and analyzing companies and industries.
World Scholar’s Cup
Years 9 & 10
This new club will prepare students for a fun and exciting academic competition, the World Scholar’s Cup. It is an excellent CV builder for university applications.
Our experienced coach will select two teams of three students to compete in the February 2025 Regional round in Dubai. After getting qualified, they will move on to compete in the 2025 Global round (date and location TBD.) Successful students in this competition typically have strong writing and speaking abilities, and enjoy reading articles that will expand their general knowledge.
Get ready to have a fun time, and win medals, trophies, pineapples… and alpacas! (We will explain.) https://scholarscup.org
Yas in Schools 4x4
Years 10 & 11
The Yas in Schools 4x4 Challenge is an innovative STEM competition that allows students to dive into the exciting world of engineering and technology. Inspired by the real-world demands of off-road vehicle design, this challenge invites students to form teams and design, build, program and test radio-controlled, four-wheel-drive (4x4) vehicles. The cars are engineered to navigate through challenging obstacle courses that mimic real-life off-road conditions, providing a fun and hands-on learning experience that is both challenging and rewarding.
