CO-CURRICULAR AND ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES (CCEs) AT BSAK

At BSAK, our world class curriculum is delivered alongside an array of engaging co-curricular and enrichment opportunities, which complement each other in providing students with opportunities to explore new interests, deepen thinking and develop their talents.

Our Co-Curricular and Enrichment programme has been carefully designed to promote intellectual challenge, broaden and deepen experiences, knowledge, understanding and skills outside of the core curriculum and class provision for all of our students.

BSAK’s Primary CCE programme offers the students, from Years 3 to 6, over 60 additional learning opportunities outside of the core curriculum and the wide range of co-curricular activities provided by our Music and PE departments.

We are extremely proud of this exceptional and unique extended provision, which is carefully designed to deliver the very best opportunities for all students in Years 3-6. Sixth Form students will support the delivery of clubs where possible to add to the experience, drawing on the skills and enthusiasm of our older students. They are fantastic role models for the Primary students.

It has to be acknowledged though, that even with such a diverse range of opportunities, it is impossible to provide every student with each one of their initial choices. We do try our very best and do not run a first come, first served booking system, instead we assign students to clubs randomly from the application lists. We then manage the lists of students who are not selected to try and provide them with the opportunity of their choice in the following Term.

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 CCE, will be shared with you via the Parent Portal.

You will know before the the end of term if your child has been selected for any instrumental groups, sports sessions or if they have been invited to any enrichment opportunities appropriate for them. Hence, you will know in advance which days your child will not need a place in another club. There will be a set number of spaces in most enrichment activities for children to sign up to if they are interested.

Please note, whilst there may be the opportunity for some movement between CCEs in the first two weeks of delivery, after that the children will need to remain in the CCEs they have been assigned to.

If you have any questions regarding the CCE programme or require any support, please contact our Parent Relations Administrator Mrs Christine Small at csmall@britishschool.sch.ae

We look forward to another term of high quality CCEs.

MONDAY Years 3&4

AFTER SCHOOL: Robotics Club

In Robotics club we will integrate the sciences of coding and mechanics, looking at the fundamentals of how robots work and how they can be controlled with code.

Ukulele Club

The ukulele is such a fun and versatile instrument. It is a fantastic beginner instrument for those looking to move to guitar later. In this club you will learn how to play different chords and strumming patterns. This club is open to all levels from beginner to advanced skills

Recreational Football (Year 3 only)

Come along and join in with some friendly games on the mini-pitch. Have fun with your friends and enjoy some exercise at the same time!

MONDAY Years 5&6

EARLY MORNING: Cricket Academy Club

We are delighted to announce the continuation of BSAK’s very own Cricket Academy. The aim is to provide additional training, coaching and development for aspiring cricketers of all levels. This club will run for as long as the weather permits.

Cricket is an up and coming sport and BSAK and this academy highlights the School’s commitment to develop strong teams to compete in the local tournaments. There will be a training session for every student in the school from Years 5-13 with both nets and outdoor fielding sessions. This session is for students from Years 5-7 and runs in the mornings, 6.00am to 7.15am. There is no cost.

Swim Run Club

Train to represent the school in swim run competitions. This is an open invite club but children must be able to swim competently for 200m (8 lengths of our pool). This requirement will be upheld. 6.15am - 7.15am for as long as the weather permits.

AFTER SCHOOL:

Maths Mastery Club

Where talented mathematicians will be challenged to develop their problem solving, reasoning and all-round numerical skills, with the opportunity to participate in Maths Competitions. This is an invite only club.

Ukulele Club

The ukulele is such a fun and versatile instrument. It is a fantastic beginner instrument for those looking to move to guitar later. In this club you will learn how to play different chords and strumming patterns. This club is open to all levels from beginner to advanced skills.

TUESDAY Years 3&4

LUNCHTIME: Recorder Club

The recorder club is a fantastic stepping stone to learning how to play woodwind instruments. In this group you will learn the finger placements for the different notes and begin playing songs in a group.

AFTER SCHOOL: Snack & Chat Club

Snack and chat offers a warm, relaxed and welcoming opportunity to build relationships with children outside your normal circle of friends and across year groups. We have a lovely mix of girls and boys. It gives opportunities for turn taking and actively listening to each other without interrupting, key skills when having conversations. We all take it in turns to make large pots of tea and serve each other, have a snack and chat about all things under the sun!

Junior Engineering Club

In Junior Engineering we will be creating different structures using both KAPLA and Junk modeling. The children will learn how to use a range of different joins to create models and structures. They will also use KAPLA to create amazing structures. Each KAPLA Plank is identical and has a unique ratio that enables incredible creations to be constructed without the need for any fixings, yet to have the stability of stone. KAPLA encourages logical thinking, stimulates creativity and helps to develop concentration, patience and perseverance.

Fit & Fun Club

This club is all about increasing your daily steps and getting fit in a fun and gentle way. We will be power walking around school and playing games to get us moving. Children are encouraged to bring a fit bit or pedometer to measure their steps.