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Sign Language Page 16
Horizons & Careers Advice Page 17
Surfing Page 7
ALN/Exam Support Page 15
Senior Science Club Page 17 Book Club Page 17
Drama Club Page 11
LAMDA Page 11
ADVENTURE Page 6
GCSE Further Maths Page 16
Woodwork Page 12
Art Page 13
Hand stitching Page 14
Introduction to Page 18 the Ancient World
CREST science award Page 16
Science Experiments Club Page 18
Team Sports Page 4
D of E and Ten Tors Page 6
ARTS Page 10
Art Exam Clinic Page 10
Wildlife identification and Page 13
Sustainability Club Page 8
Archery Page 8
Cookery Page 12
EPQ Page 16
Swimming Page 9
Orienteering Page 9
ACTION Page 4
Modern Pentathlon Page 5
Public speaking Page 12
Film Club Page 11
Screenphotographyandplay
Golf Page 5
Yoga Page 9
writing Page 14
Board Games Page 14
Introduction to Greek Page 15
Martial Arts Page 7
MOSSA fitness Page 8
Indoor Rowing Page 5
Printmaking Page 12
Debating Page 13
Orchestra Page 13
ACADEMIC Page 15
Form 5 Study Skills Page 16
Music Lessons Page 10
Coding Page 18
CONTENT
Introduction to Italian Page 15
Our activities are designed to broaden horizons and develop personal qualities such as leadership, confidence and tenacity, as well as learning new skills and developing
For pupils taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh Challenge, opportunities are symbolised by a P (Physical), V (Volunteering) or S (Skill). Further volunteering opportunities are also available - please speak to the activity leaders to find out more.
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take place during the school day and after school, with our buses leaving at 5pm to accommodate this. Sports fixtures often take place in the evenings or at weekends and our boarders also enjoy a rich variety of activities and trips at weekends and in the evenings.
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At Shebbear, we place a great emphasis on our varied and extensive Co-Curricular programme, offering over 70 different clubs over the year for our pupils to choose from. These activities are divided into four areas of interest: Action, Arts, Adventure and Academic and there is something to suit everyone!
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Our Sport & Outdoor Education Department offers a wide range of team sports, giving every pupil the opportunity to take part in a physical activity that is rewarding and interesting. The activity programme enhances and develops individual and teamwork skills that are demonstrated in games lessons.
• Hockey • Boys’ Rugby • Girls’ Rugby • Netball • Boys’ Football • Girls’ Football • Basketball • Badminton For pupils
Our team clubs this term include: taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh Challenge, all of these sports can be used to complete your Physical DofE opportunities.
Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: P P. 4 Beyond the Classroom - Shebbear College
New for September 2022! Our gig rowing world championship finalist Mr Sanders is introducing an indoor rowing programme this term. You will be taught the techniques of indoor rowing.
Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: P Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: P Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: P P. 5 Beyond the Classroom - Shebbear College
Golf
New for September 2022! Mr Grey will be running a modern pentathlon activity, with this term’s focus being on shooting and cross country training. This multi-discipline Olympic sport is increasing in popularity and consists of fencing, freestyle swimming, equestrian show jumping, pistol shooting and cross country running.
Modern Pentathlon
New for September 2022! Practice your golf skills, including putting and driving, and learn more about the format of golf come rain or shine.
Indoor Rowing
ADVENTURE
Curiosity, confidence and courage are embedded into our school values and ethos, and our adventure activities inspire pupils to be all of these things. Learning outside the classroom through adventurous activities is known to have significant educational benefits, helping to develop technical, intellectual and social skills and overcoming fear, anxiety and physical stress - so venture out of your comfort zone and give some of these exciting activities a go!
The Duke of Edinburgh Award and Ten Tors Challenge are both offered at Shebbear College. Both are highly regarded by colleges, universities and employers. More information can be found on their websites (www.dofe.org / www.tentors.org.uk). This weekly activity offers training in camp craft, first aid, navigation and general expedition skills which are applicable to both awards. In addition you will have the opportunity to seek guidance on the skills, volunteering and physical sections of the DofE award on a drop in basis.There is a focus on DofE in the Michaelmas and Trinity terms with Ten Tors being the main event in the Lent term.
Who?: Forms 3 - 6 Additional costs?: Yes DofE Opportunity: P/V/S P. 6 Beyond the Classroom - Shebbear College
D of E and Ten Tors
Martial Arts Whether you are new to Martial Arts or have trained in something before you are welcome with Ronin Taijutsu. Our external specialists provide sessions for Prep and Senior School pupils. Who?: Prep & Senior School Additional costs?: Yes, £7 a session DofE Opportunity: P Surfing New for September 2022! A fun and exciting opportunity for pupils to surf in the evening! Suitable for both beginner and more experienced surfers; anyone who would like to improve their current surfing ability is welcome to join us at Westward Ho! Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: Yes, £80 for 5 surfing sessions across the term and transport. DofE Opportunity: P P. 7 Beyond the Classroom - Shebbear College
to make our
skills. The target practice is often very impressive! Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: V P. 8 Beyond the Classroom - Shebbear College
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sustainable. Archery Dr Fox is our resident archery specialist and during these sessions pupils can learn a new skill or improve on pre-existing
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New for September 2022! Sustainability club focus on learning about and promoting greener community, working towards awards and achievements Shebbear Community more archery
Sustainability Club
Orienteering
Swimming
Orienteering is a great way to get outside and discover new places as well as developing map reading and navigation skills.
Yoga improves strength, balance and flexibility and it is a fantastic activity to relax, stretch and have some peaceful time at the end of the day.
Swimming will be available at Ruby Oak Pool in the evenings. Please note this activity will run after buses have left.
Yoga
Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: Yes DofE Opportunity: P Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: P/S Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: P/S P. 9 Beyond the Classroom - Shebbear College
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Music Lessons
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art block to contribute to their coursework. Who?: Prep & Senior School Additional costs?: Yes DofE Opportunity: S P. 10 Beyond the Classroom - Shebbear College
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lessons with specialist teachers in percussion, brass, woodwind and string instruments, as well as piano and voice.
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Interested in film and media? This activity offers the opportunity to discuss and debate about the film industry over the last 50 years.
Public speaking
Who?: Prep & Senior School Additional costs?: Yes DofE Opportunity: S Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S Who?: Forms 5 + 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S P. 11 Beyond the Classroom - Shebbear College
LAMDA
Engage in current issues and improve on public speaking skills! This activity will support the house public speaking competition and future Youth Speaks competitions.
Film Club
Drama Club
LAMDA stands for the LONDON ACADEMY of MUSIC and DRAMATIC ART and it is the oldest British Drama School in the United Kingdom. Our specialist teacher, Mrs McCarty runs LAMDA lessons in Speaking in Public, Acting, Mime and Reading for Performance & Speaking Verse and Prose.
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If you want to get involved in school productions and plays, then Drama club is for you! This activity is always vibrant and buzzing with excitement for future productions and performances.
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Woodwork
Whip up a storm in our cookery club and take home some delicious bakes and dishes. Held in our on site cookery room and incredibly popular, make sure you sign up quickly!
New for September 2022! Learn how to print images, patterns and designs in our specialist area within the art studios, discovering the creative processes of printmaking techniques.
Additional costs?: Yes, minimal cost for ingredients added to the bill.
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Forms 3 + 4 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S
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Printmaking
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Cookery
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DofE S
Forms 1 - 4 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S
Mr Quance offers a fantastic woodwork programme where students can learn how to shape, carve and produce wood products. Recent lessons have seen bird boxes and shelves being constructed.
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This is the club for you if you enjoy a healthy debate! A fun way of developing speaking skills as well as learning about current topics and affairs. There will be different activities to help support critical thinking and confident communication.
Our fantastic orchestra rehearses in activities, to prepare for concerts and recordings. Many use this opportunity to support their GCSE and A Level music experience.
Orchestra
Get creative and colourful with Mrs Appleton Wahl’s Art Club, and produce some fantastic art work. Artwork created in this activity is often entered in the Burton Art Gallery’s schools’ competition and may be on display!
Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S Who?: Forms 1 + 2 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S Who?: Forms 1 - 6 (invited) Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S P. 13 Beyond the Classroom - Shebbear College
Art
identificationWildlife and photography
New for September 2022! Mr Pomroy is providing this fantastic opportunity to help find, identify, learn about and photograph wildlife.
Debating
Board Games
and
at writing to put together a script for a play or film!
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board games in this
club. Hand stitching Hand stitching can produce lovely material based products. This term you will learn how to make christmas decorations which will make fantastic presents! Who?: Forms 3 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S P. 14 Beyond the Classroom - Shebbear College
enjoy
Screen and play writing
One for the board game lovers among get together with others that playing fun
Use your imagination skills
for September 2022! Mr Wilson will be offering a brand new activity to help you learn the ancient language of Greek in an easy to follow style.
Introduction to Greek
available to offer any support to anyone that may benefit from some exam support or extra study skills.
Italian Fluent in Italian herself, Mrs Aliberti will guide you through the basics (and more!) of how to speak and understand Italian. Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S Who?: Forms 1 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S ACADEMIC
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activities programme can support students in the current subjects they are studying, but also offer new skills or subjects of interest through the academic segment of the programme. P. 15 Beyond the Classroom - Shebbear College
Introduction to
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ALN/Exam Support
This activity is
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Who?: Form 5 costs?: No
Who?: Form 1 (Compulsory activity)
Who?: Sixth Form costs?: No
Additional
Additional
An activity available for GCSE students who would like to take the Further Maths GCSE course.
GCSE Further Maths
scienceCREST award
Who?: Forms 1 - 6 costs?: No Opportunity: S
Form 5 Study Skills
This course was very successful last term, and it is back again! Learn sign language with an easy to follow course through british-sign.co.uk.
Additional
This session offers our GCSE pupils the opportunity to have support from teachers in their studying, planning and preparation for their coursework or exams.
CREST is the British Science Association’s scheme for STEM project work that inspires young people to think and behave like scientists and engineers. This activity is compulsory for all Form 1 students.
Sign Language
Additional
The Extended Project Qualification is becoming increasingly more popular for A-Level students to take as an additional qualification. This activity offers time to meet with the EPQ coordinator and progress with your project.
EPQ
DofE
Who?: Form 5 costs?: No
Additional costs?: No Opportunity: S
DofE
Using Mrs Aliberti’s wealth of knowledge, Horizons sessions
Senior Science Club
Horizons and Careers Advice
allow Sixth Formers to access resources and get support for UCAS applications, apprenticeship information and more. Who?: Sixth Form Additional costs?: No
activity for GCSE and A level students to experiment and further enhance their understanding of Physics, Biology and Chemistry.
Book
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Club A chance for book lovers to get together and discuss books as a group in our newly refurbished library. Who?: Forms 5 + 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S Who?: Forms 1 - 4 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S P. 17 Beyond the Classroom - Shebbear College
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Good to use and develop code? This activity will introduce and develop your computing and digital skills.
Coding
Science Experiments Club
The Ancient World has influenced generations of history, and helps us to understand the foundations of today’s world. This fascinating activity will introduce you to ancient historical accounts.
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activity for 3rd and 4th form students to experiment and further enhance their
Introduction to the Ancient World
with computers? Fancy learning how
Physics, Biology and Chemistry. Who?: Forms 3 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S Who?: Forms 3 - 6 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S Who?: Forms 3 - 4 Additional costs?: No DofE Opportunity: S P. 18 Beyond the Classroom - Shebbear College
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