Clubs and activities 2016/17 by Sutton High School

Clubs and activities

2016/17 1

At Sutton High it is a priority to extend the process of learning beyond the classroom and find ways to inspire, excite and enthuse our girls through a rich programme of clubs and activities, both before school, at lunchtime and after school. These clubs and activities give our girls the opportunity to experience a range of skills and qualities which add to their enjoyment, promote their academic achievements and prepare them for life beyond school. Clubs change from term to term, however there is always a wide range to choose from. This booklet provides an overview of the variety of activities on offer across the different areas of the Senior School. In addition there is an extensive range of trips and residential visits for girls in every year group. The programme of extra-curricular clubs and activities for the current term can be found in the Clubs & Societies section on Firefly. The programme of trips and residential visits for 2016 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 2018 can be found in the Trips & Events section on Firefly.

Contents Art, design and creative skills

Drama

Humanities and languages

Music

Science and technology

Sport and outdoor education

Thinking skills and wellness

Writing and speaking

Please note: Most of the clubs in this booklet are free of charge. Clubs which charge a fee are clearly marked with a ÂŁ symbol.

CONTENTS

Clubs and activities 2016/17

YEARS 7 — 9 ALL YEAR, TUESDAYS, AFTER SCHOOL 3.40 — 5PM ROOM 310, MRS MANNIX

This club is open to any student who enjoys drawing, painting or 3D making. Girls are given the opportunity to improve their skill level in various art disciplines. Activities include lino printing, watercolour techniques, different ways of drawing and advanced clay techniques.

Lower School Art Club YEARS 7 — 9 ALL YEAR, WEDNESDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM ROOM 310, RUN BY SIXTH FORM ART SCHOLAR

Girls complete short projects exploring and learning new skills. Activities include origami, paper sculpting, mixed media paintings and designing props and scenery for school plays. As part of this club you will also get the chance to enter competitions including the Fourth Plinth Award and the National Scientific Drawing Competition.

Upper School Art Club YEARS 10 — 11 ALL YEAR, WEDNESDAYS, AFTER SCHOOL 3.45 — 5PM ROOM 310, MRS MANNIX

This club is open to Year 10 and 11 students who have opted for GCSE Art & Design.

Portfolio Club SIXTH FORM AUTUMN TERM, MONDAYS, AFTER SCHOOL 3.45 — 5.30PM ROOM 309, MRS CARTWRIGHT / MRS MANNIX

These sessions run in the Autumn Term and are for Sixth Form Art students to prepare their portfolios for applications to art college.

Clay Club YEARS 7 — 9 AUTUMN TERM AND SPRING TERM, TUESDAYS, AFTER SCHOOL 3.50 — 4.50PM ROOM 309, MRS CARTWRIGHT

Take the opportunity to extend your clay hand-building skills. We will focus on coiling skills to produce three dimensional forms of your choice, alongside increasing your knowledge of surface decoration techniques to produce wonderfully whimsical creations.

ART, DESIGN AND CREATIVE SKILLS

Skills Club

YEARS 7 — 13 ALL YEAR, FRIDAYS, BEFORE SCHOOL 8 — 8.20AM ROOM 109, MRS GOODE

Pupils can come and learn to knit or improve knitting (or nattering) skills. If you have other needlework like crochet, embroidery or tapestry then you can also bring this along. You will need to provide your own materials.

Design & Technology Club YEARS 7 — 9 ALL YEAR, MONDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.30 — 2.10PM ROOM 210 (WORKSHOP), MR GRANT

Come along to D&T Club and make an array of contemporary products. You will extend your existing skills and get the opportunity to experiment with new techniques. Some examples of products that you might make include: a jewellery tree, a mobile phone holder, a wind chime and a bird house.

Sewing Bee Club YEARS 9 & 10 AUTUMN TERM, MONDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.30 — 2.10PM ROOM 109, MRS SAINT

This club is specifically designed to facilitate the skills section of the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme. However, you don’t have to be undertaking the Award to attend — you could just want to extend your textiles skills. You will learn how to choose, use and construct a garment using a commercial pattern. There may be a small additional charge for materials.

Christmas Crafts YEARS 7 & 8 AUTUMN TERM (SECOND HALF), WEDNESDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.30 — 2.10PM ROOM 109, MRS SAINT

This is an opportunity to learn and develop a new skill. Amaze your family and friends by producing a creative Christmas decoration or gift.

Cultural Cooking ALL YEARS MONTHLY, DAY AND TIME TO BE ADVERTISED ROOM 110 (FOOD ROOM), DR WADE / MRS MOBIN

This is a chance for pupils to experience making and tasting foods from around the world! Pupils will learn new skills and techniques.

ART, DESIGN AND CREATIVE SKILLS

Knit and Natter

DRAMA

Circus Club YEARS 7 — 13 ALL YEAR, TUESDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM THE STUDY, MR CAMPBELL

Circus Club has something for everyone. You will have the chance to learn and practise with a variety of different circus styles: poi, plate spinning, juggling, clowning, hula hooping, character work, diabolo, ribbon and much more. The year will culminate with performances in assembly and the end-of-year showcase for those feeling brave.

Drama productions YEARS 7 — 13 ALL YEAR MRS BASU / MR CAMPBELL / DRAMA SCHOLAR

Sutton High School stages at least two major productions per year, involving girls from every year group within the Senior School. The style of the productions varies from classics to modern, and from musicals to world premieres. Recent productions have included a promenade production of Grimm Tales, Grease, The Comedy of Errors, Our House, Teechers and Charlotte’s Web. Girls are encouraged not only to act but also to help in other areas of theatrical production, such as stage management, costume, make -up, lighting and sound. There is also the annual House Drama Competition which involves a large number of girls. This year we are planning: Senior production: The Beauty Manifesto Year 11 — 13 / Mrs Basu / Rehearsals Tuesdays and Fridays 3.45 — 5.15pm Musical: Annie Year 7 — 10 / Mr Campbell and Mr Hargraves / Rehearsals Mondays 1.40 — 2.10pm plus Tuesdays and Fridays 3.45 — 5pm Scholar production: The Terrible Fate of Humpty Dumpty Year 7 — 10 / Drama Scholar with Mr Campbell / Rehearsals Thursdays 3.45 — 5.15pm plus Fridays 1.40 — 2.10pm

Drama Audition Clinic YEARS 7 — 13 ALL YEAR, WEDNESDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.30 — 1.50PM THE STUDY, MR CAMPBELL / MRS BASU

Every year, we encourage you to audition for major opportunities such as the National Youth Theatre, the National Youth Music Theatre and both acting and academic universities such as RADA. This slot is designed for you to have the chance for individual direction and coaching from the Drama Department for any audition you might have coming up — however big or small. You are welcome to bring your lunch but try and let us know you are coming in advance. 9

YEARS 7 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 13 INDIVIDUAL TIMETABLES WILL BE GIVEN TO GIRLS THE BUNGALOW, LED BY MRS ANNE PAGE

Whilst we cater for gifted actors and public speakers who wish to develop their skills fully and gain LAMDA qualifications (and UCAS tariff points), we are also passionate about empowering anyone who feels they would benefit from increased vocal and physical confidence. Speech & Drama lessons also enhance knowledge of history and literature, and can be used as a skill for the Duke of Edinburgh Award. However, they are primarily about enhancing communication and performance skills, relaxing and having fun with friends. We are always happy to welcome new students and have four highly qualified and experienced teachers in our department. PLEASE NOTE: This activity is run by an external provider chosen by Sutton High School to provide expert coaching to the girls. You will have received separate information on how to sign up for the activity and how to pay for sessions. If you have any questions, please contact our Head of Drama, Mr Ashley Campbell: a.campbell@sut.gdst.net

DRAMA

Speech & Drama lessons (ÂŁ)

YEARS 7 — 13 ALL YEAR, MONDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM ROOM 105, HUMANITIES FACULTY

Have you ever wished that a magazine could come to life? Have you ever wanted the opportunity to explore travel, different environments, culture, politics, history, philosophy and ethics and have the opportunity to ask questions and give your point of view? This is a fortnightly meeting for all years focusing on learning, discussing and debating issues that affect us and our world. This will be led by the Humanities Faculty but the direction of the topic is up to you. It is open to all years and requires an enquiring mind interested in people, their surroundings, their history, beliefs and culture. Areas for exploration include: 

What is the future of American politics — a focus on the presidential campaign

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North and South Korea — why the split?

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Contemporary life in Russia

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Climate change — what are we doing to our world?

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When does artificial intelligence become real — can a machine ever think?

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Boko Haram — the effect on Nigeria’s girls

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Fashion ideals

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Dealing with success and failure

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Who is Hassan Akkad? His story as a refugee

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The Bermuda Triangle

Amnesty International group YEARS 7 — 13 ALL YEAR, THURSDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.30 — 2PM THE VIEW, MRS HILL

#moreincommon is Sutton High School’s Amnesty International group. Taking its name from the maiden speech of inspirational MP Jo Cox, the group aims to bring students and staff together to protect the basic rights of humans all over the globe. Students use Amnesty’s resources to choose stories which make them tick and run campaigns which make a difference. Bring along a passion for justice and compassion for others.

HUMANITIES AND LANGUAGES

Humanities Society: Window on the World

YEARS 10 — 13 ALL YEAR, WEEKDAY TO BE ADVERTISED IN ADVANCE, AFTER SCHOOL 3.45 — 4.45PM THE TAYLOR ROOM, MR COLES

The Historical Society provides an engaging forum for discussion to those with a keen interest in the past. It aims to take students beyond the curriculum and develop their skills of research, preparation and presentation through leading seminar-style sessions on historical topics. All girls who study History in the Sixth Form are automatically members and meet for monthly seminars where they will be involved in presenting their research, including a task designed to stimulate discussion from the floor. Girls in Years 10 and 11 are also invited to attend, as are others in the Sixth Form. After the seminar, there is a chance to continue discussion over refreshments.

Going Global YEARS 10 — 13 AUTUMN TERM AND SPRING TERM, THURSDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM ROOM 305, MISS BRANDON / MS FILLINGHAM / MRS GREGORY

Interested in finding out more about the wider world and what makes other countries tick? Come along to our weekly club and expand your cultural horizons! You will learn fun facts about other countries around the world and develop your passions. Staff and students are invited to present and discuss anything to do with other cultures, from typical food and festivals to music, art, film and fashion, or anything which takes your fancy. Previous subjects have covered male dress attire in the Congo, the crossover between fiction and reality in Spanish and French films and German pop music.

Mandarin Club YEARS 9 — 13 ALL YEAR, WEDNESDAYS, AFTER SCHOOL 3.50 — 5PM ROOM 7, MRS MAI

Increasingly the global focus of the world is on China, and Mandarin Club will help to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to understand the world’s newest superpower. With a specialist Mandarin teacher, you will learn the basics of language and grammar, including conversational level Mandarin as well as understanding some of the culture of this fascinating country. Mandarin is also offered to Years 7 and 8 as part of the Kaleidoscope programme.

HUMANITIES AND LANGUAGES

Historical Society

MUSIC

Senior Choir YEARS 7 — 13 (AUDITIONED) ALL YEAR, MONDAYS, AFTER SCHOOL 3.50 — 5PM HALL, MR HARGRAVES

The Senior Choir is an auditioned choir open to all girls across the Senior School. It performs a range of musical styles, generally in two or three parts, ranging from serious, sacred music to lighter arrangements of music theatre and pop songs. The Senior Choir performs at important school occasions, such as the Carol Service, Open Day and Prizegiving, as well as at concerts both within the school and in the local community. Senior Choir rehearses weekly, with occasional additional rehearsals, throughout the school year.

Mixed Choir YEARS 9 — 13 AUTUMN AND SPRING TERM, FRIDAYS, AFTER SCHOOL 4 — 5PM HALL, MR HARGRAVES

Mixed Choir is a popular, non-auditioned, SATB choir that takes place with boys from Sutton Grammar School. The repertoire is generally fairly light (recent performances have included an arrangement of Skyfall and Mamma Mia, for instance) although, very occasionally, the choir performs more serious music. The Mixed Choir performs at both the Sutton High and Sutton Grammar Christmas and Spring Concerts.

Training Orchestra YEARS 7 — 13 (GRADE 1 — GRADE 4) ALL YEAR, WEDNESDAYS, AFTER SCHOOL 4 — 4.45PM THE DENE, MISS JOHN

The Training Orchestra gives an opportunity to girls who are up to Grade 3 or 4 standard to take part in an orchestra and to develop music ensemble skills. Wherever possible, we try to combine the Training Orchestra with the Senior Orchestra for at least one or two pieces during school concerts to give members the experience of playing in a larger group. It is open to anyone who plays an instrument.

Senior Orchestra YEARS 7 — 13 (GRADE 5 UPWARDS) ALL YEAR, WEDNESDAYS, AFTER SCHOOL 4 — 5PM THE DENE, MR HARGRAVES

The Senior Orchestra is open to anyone who is Grade 4 standard upwards on an orchestral instrument. There may also be opportunities for pianists to be involved; any interested pianists should speak to Mr Hargraves for more information. The Senior Orchestra performs at all the main school concerts.

YEARS 7 — 10 ALL YEAR WITH PERFORMANCE IN SUMMER TERM MONDAYS, 1.40 — 2.10PM. TUESDAYS, 3.45 — 5PM. FRIDAYS, 3.45 — 5PM. ROOM D16 / THE STUDY, MR HARGRAVES / MR CAMPBELL

The Drama and Music Departments will be working together on a production over the course of the year, to be performed during the Summer Term. We will need talented singers, actresses and dancers, and there may be a few opportunities for girls to play in the band. In addition, there will be opportunities for technical support: lighting, sound, set design, costume etc.

Lower School Choir YEARS 7 & 8 ALL YEAR, THURSDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM ROOM D16, MR HARGRAVES

This is a non-auditioned two part choir open to all interested, and enthusiastic, girls in Years 7 and 8. The choir meets weekly throughout the year and performs at school concerts and at the school Carol Service. It tends to rehearse and perform arrangements of pop songs and songs from musicals.

Music Tech Club YEARS 7 — 13 ALL YEAR, THURSDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM MUSIC TECH ROOM (D24), MISS JOHN

Music Tech Club is open to any interested girls from across the whole school. Using the school’s dedicated Music ICT Suite, members will have the opportunity to explore the software available on the Apple computers and to develop their Music IT skills, working on projects using Garageband and perhaps Logic. This is the perfect club for any budding composers or remixers!

Samba Band YEAR 7 ALL YEAR, TUESDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM PERCUSSION ROOM (D14), MISS JOHN

The Samba Band is open to all Year 7 girls. During the weekly rehearsals, you will have the opportunity to learn about this exciting musical style, building up your percussion and ensemble skills along the way. You do not need to have had any percussion lessons before, nor do you need to have played any other instruments; enthusiasm is all that is required!

MUSIC

Musical production

YEARS 7 — 13 (APPROXIMATELY GRADE 2 — 5) ALL YEAR, MONDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM THE DENE, MR HARGRAVES

This ensemble is open to any flautists in Years 7 — 13 who are approximately Grade 2 up to Grade 4 or 5 standard on the flute. It rehearses all sorts of music styles during the weekly rehearsals and performs in school concerts and other, less formal occasions. This ensemble is perfect for any flautists wanting to develop their flute playing, sightreading ability and ensemble skills.

Senior Flute Ensemble YEARS 7 — 13 (GRADE 5 UPWARDS) AUTUMN TERM AND SPRING TERM, MONDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM THE DENE, MISS JOHN

This ensemble is for more advanced flautists and rehearses and performs a wide variety of musical styles. All flautists of Grade 5 standard and above are welcome!

Vocal Ensemble YEARS 7 — 13 (AUDITIONED) ALL YEAR, TUESDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM ROOM D16, MR HARGRAVES

This auditioned ensemble rehearses and performs a cappella or accompanied arrangements of pop songs in three or more parts. It gives more advanced singers the opportunity to develop their vocal ensemble skills. As well as singing from written out arrangements, members are encouraged to develop new arrangements collaboratively.

Theory Club YEARS 7 — 13 AUTUMN TERM AND SPRING TERM, THURSDAYS, AFTER SCHOOL 3.45 — 5PM MUSIC TECH ROOM (D24), MR HARGRAVES / MISS JOHN

This is an opportunity for anyone needing to take Grade 5 theory in order to progress through the higher grades on their instrument, or for anyone just wanting to build up their music theory skills.

Ukulele Club YEARS 7 — 13 ALL YEAR, MONDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM PERCUSSION ROOM (D14), DR JOHONNETT / MRS DAVIES

Learning the ukulele is easy and fun. Come along to Ukulele Club and learn how to play in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. You do not need to read music!

MUSIC

Junior Flute Ensemble

Through our experienced team of peripatetic music teachers, we can offer the highest standard of private tuition to girls across the school. You will find below a list of our peripatetic teachers and their instruments. To sign up for lessons or request a booklet with more information, please email our Director of Music, Mr James Hargraves: j.hargraves@sut.gdst.net

Mr Ben Allison

Mr Chris Kimber

Higher Diploma, The Academy of Contemporary Music

GGSM

Teacher of Acoustic / Bass / Electric Guitar

Teacher of Percussion

Miss Nicola Corbishley

Mr Sam Kinrade

BA (Hons) University of Liverpool

Teacher of Voice / Piano

Masters in Orchestral Performance, RCM; BMus (Hons) GSMD; DipABRSM

Mr Edmund Crutchfield

Ms Natalie Pritchard

ARCM; Diploma in Music, University of Huddersfield; Teacher’s Certificate of Education, University of London

BMus (Hons); ALCM PGCE

Teacher of Brass

Teacher of Violin / Piano

Teacher of Clarinet

Miss Fiona Harrison

Mr Christopher Stanbury

MM (Yale University); GRSM (Hons) Royal College of Music; DipRCM Royal College of Music

MMus (Dist) BMus (Hons) FLCM LLCM ALCM

Teacher of Classical Guitar

Teacher of Piano

Miss Elizabeth Horseman

Ms Chloë Vincent

BMus (Hons) RCM

BMus (Hons) Guildhall; DipABRSM

Teacher of Oboe

Teacher of Flute

Miss Abi Hyde-Smith

Mrs Gillian Wallace

MA (Dist) DipRAM GRNCM MusB (Hons)

LRAM GRSM

Teacher of Cello

Teacher of Violin

MUSIC

Private instrumental tuition (£)

YEARS 7 — 9 ALL YEAR, WEDNESDAYS, AFTER SCHOOL 3.45 — 5PM ROOM 104, MRS WARD

STEM Club will give you the chance to explore aspects of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. Activities will include practical experiments and investigations which may lead to CREST Awards and be entered for competitions — but most of all they will be fun! Some of the projects planned this year include: making bath bombs, balloon rockets and ice cream; making plastics from milk; designing and making musical instruments then analysing the musical notes using software; and an introduction to electronics and using these skills to make robots.

Bioethics Club YEARS 11 — 13 AUTUMN TERM AND SPRING TERM, THURSDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM ROOM 308, MRS JENKINS

In Bioethics Club we will watch podcasts on cutting-edge scientific discoveries and ideas. It is suitable for girls in Year 11 and above who are fascinated by Science. It is a must for aspiring medics or those wanting to undertake a degree related to Biology. Students who are taking Religious Studies are also encouraged to attend to give an alternate viewpoint. Any open-minded students are also welcome.

Biology Club YEARS 7 — 10 ALL YEAR, FRIDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM ROOM 308, MR FENLON

Biology Club is for anyone who is interested in any aspect of Biology and includes finding out about animals and plants and how the human body works. Each week there will be planned activities but suggestions are welcome. Examples of activities include: rearing caterpillars and tadpoles; growing sensitive plants and tomatoes; finding out about how we see and how illusions work; and making models. There is a weekly word search competition. Information about Biology Club will be published on Firefly and on the Biology noticeboard.

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

STEM Club

YEARS 11 — 13 AUTUMN AND SPRING TERM, MONDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2PM ROOM 304, MRS PERKS

If you are in Year 11 — 13 and are interested in Science and would like to discuss scientific issues that you have read about in the newspapers, or seen on TV, then come along to Scientific Society. The sessions are led by girls and are very informal, with time for input from one student and questions. Look on Firefly if you want to see the types of topics discussed.

Coding Club YEARS 7 — 13 ALL YEAR, MONDAYS, AFTER SCHOOL 3.45 — 4.45PM THE LEC, MR THOMAS

Anyone who is interested in developing computer programming skills is welcome to join this club. No experience is necessary; we'll start by showing you the basics, and guide you as you learn how to create games, animations or data processing applications. You will be able to work on your own or jointly with others on group projects. Books, worksheets and an experienced teacher will be there to help you! If you are considering a career in mathematics, science, engineering or business, experience in computer programming will undoubtedly help you with your university applications. But probably the best reason to come along is this: it's great fun!

Maths Club YEARS 7 — 13 ALL YEAR, MONDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM ROOM G31, MRS DE FLORIMONTE

Maths Club is open to all students in all years and all sets. Sessions are informal and can be either teacher or student led. Activities such as building a pyramid out of paper that is big enough to sit in, walking through paper, maths murder mystery puzzles, rush hour, happy cubes and building a fractal Christmas tree took place last year.

VEX IQ Robotics Club YEARS 7 — 9 FROM AUTUMN TERM (SECOND HALF) — SUMMER, FRIDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.30 — 2.10PM ROOM 210 (WORKSHOP), MR GRANT / MR LOW

VEX Robotics is an exciting platform for pupils to design and build fully autonomous robots. Once pupils have become confident with designing, building and programming, there is the opportunity for them to enter regional and national VEX IQ challenges.

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Scientific Society

YEARS 7 — 11 ALL YEAR SPORTS HALL, PE STAFF

Multi Sports Club provides the girls with the opportunity to participate in various sports, regardless of ability. All girls are welcome to come and learn in a friendly and noncompetitive environment. Examples of the sports included are: badminton, gymnastics, rounders, trampolining and volleyball.

Hockey YEARS 7 — 13 AUTUMN TERM AND SPRING TERM OFFSITE, PE STAFF

Sutton High School offers hockey to girls of all ages and abilities. This club supports hockey which is taught within the curriculum, giving the girls the chance to develop their understanding of the game and their skills. It also provides the opportunity to take part in matches in local, regional, national and GDST competitions. Additionally, girls will develop communication and leadership skills from working as part of a team. All girls are welcome, from complete beginners to experienced players.

Netball YEARS 7 — 13 AUTUMN TERM AND SPRING TERM NETBALL COURTS, PE STAFF

We have a long tradition of providing the girls with lots of opportunities to play netball, as well as achieving good results in local and national competitions. Through training and competitive fixtures, this club gives girls of all abilities the chance to develop the skills they learn in their curriculum lessons.

Rounders YEARS 7 — 10 SUMMER TERM OFFSITE, PE STAFF

Rounders is a very popular sport at Sutton High, with many girls wanting to take part in training and matches. The practices help girls develop their batting and fielding, alongside the tactical awareness that they have learnt in their curriculum lessons. The club is open to girls of all abilities and gives them the opportunity to play sports together in a light-hearted, supportive atmosphere.

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SPORT AND OUTDOOR EDUCATION

Multi Sports Club

YEARS 9 — 13 ALL YEAR FIELD, PE STAFF

This is a new opportunity for pupils in Years 9 — 13 who will be undertaking the Duke of Edinburgh Award. The focus will be on helping students develop inquisitive minds and an understanding of the personal attributes and life skills that they will need in an ever -changing society. As individuals and as part of a team, girls will experience unfamiliar situations that are designed to challenge their physical, social and personal capabilities. They will explore skills including: using a compass; map work; route planning; assessing hazards and safety; pitching a tent; and using camping stoves.

Tennis YEARS 7 — 10 ALL YEAR TENNIS COURTS, FRANCOIS LAFFONT AND ANDY JEFFERY / PE STAFF

There is a comprehensive all-year-round tennis coaching programme at Sutton High that began last academic year and has proved very popular with the girls. We have two highly-qualified LTS coaches, Francois Laffont and Andy Jeffery, who provide a variety of different clubs and sessions. Throughout the year, they run an open training session welcoming all pupils, and they also take our squads during the Summer Term. Squads are by selection only and they represent Sutton High in competitive matches. In addition, we offer cardio tennis for all girls. PLEASE NOTE: For a fee, our coaches offer individual training sessions that can take place on site before or after school. There is also a chargeable Saturday morning SHS Tennis Club for girls in Year 7 and below, offering expert coaching to small groups of students. See page 37 for more information.

Athletics Club YEARS 7 — 10 SUMMER TERM OFFSITE, PE STAFF

Sutton High School Athletics Club is both popular and successful year after year. The club caters for a range of abilities, from girls who are complete beginners to those who represent their county and region. Athletics is also taught within the curriculum, which can be used as a basis to develop the girls’ abilities in their chosen event during the club. Students regularly compete in GDST, borough and county athletics meetings and some girls go on to represent the county at English Schools competitions.

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SPORT AND OUTDOOR EDUCATION

Outdoor Education

YEARS 7 — 9 ALL YEAR SPORTS HALL OR TENNIS COURTS, MR CAMPBELL / MR PARKINS / MR COOPER / MRS BASU

Football Club caters for beginners through to the more experienced team players, and coaching is set at an appropriate level for each individual. The emphasis is on fun and playing safely but there will be competitive matches organised throughout the year too.

Cricket Club YEARS 7 — 9 ALL YEAR SPORTS HALL OR FIELD, PE STAFF

Cricket was introduced to the extra-curricular programme last academic year. It is open to all girls who would like to learn a new skill. Students are taught the principles of batting, bowling and fielding, as well as the tactics for Kwik Cricket. Girls in Year 9 have the opportunity to represent the school in a competition run by the GDST.

Gymnastics YEARS 7 — 13 ALL YEAR SPORTS HALL, PE STAFF

Sutton High has a strong tradition of producing gymnasts of high ability but our gymnastics sessions are open to all girls of all levels. The girls spend time developing both their floor routines and their vaults to prepare them for competitions. The aim is to develop the girls’ confidence in a caring and supportive setting. PLEASE NOTE: There is also a chargeable SHS Gymnastics Club for girls in Year 7 and below, offering expert coaching to small groups of students. This takes place on Monday nights and Saturday mornings. See page 37 for more information.

Lifesaving Club YEARS 7 — 10 SUMMER TERM SWIMMING POOL, PE STAFF

Lifesaving Club provides girls with an opportunity to learn important life skills including water rescues and first aid. This can lead to further lifesaving qualifications. It can also help to develop water confidence for less able swimmers, while giving the more able swimmers the chance to try something different.

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SPORT AND OUTDOOR EDUCATION

Football Club

YEARS 7 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 13 AUTUMN TERM AND SPRING TERM SWIMMING POOL, PE STAFF

We welcome keen, competent swimmers in Years 7 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 13 who want to develop their competitive swimming. We deliver a high standard of coaching to all swimmers, with a positive and encouraging outlook. As part of our development of swimming at Sutton High, we are introducing additional training sessions to allow the girls to increase their fitness levels in the water, as well as more galas to allow experience in a competitive environment against other schools. We aim to give each swimmer the opportunity to realise their full potential, to take pride in improving their fitness and performance, and to develop team spirit, sportsmanship, self-discipline and self-esteem. PLEASE NOTE: There is also a chargeable SHS Swim Club for girls in Year 7 and below, offering expert coaching to small groups of students. This takes place on Friday nights and Saturday mornings. See page 37 for more information.

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SPORT AND OUTDOOR EDUCATION

Swimming

YEARS 7 — 10 ALL YEAR DANCE STUDIO, KIRA BISHOP

We are extremely lucky to have Kira Bishop from Pineapple Studios to teach Street Dance to Year 7 — 10 girls. After its hugely successful introduction in the last academic year, interest in the club has grown rapidly. The girls learn about the principles of street dance, particularly the different moves involved. They also develop dances throughout the year which they perform in the school Dance Display and during whole school assemblies. As part of the club, girls have the chance to see a dance show in the West End. Kira ensures that the class is taught in a light-hearted manner which helps students to grow in confidence.

SHS Coaching Clubs (£) YEAR 7 ALL YEAR SPECIALIST COACHES

From September 2016, we are running three extra sports clubs outside of our usual programme. These provide expert coaching to small groups of girls in Year 7 and below. SHS Tennis Club — Saturday mornings SHS Gymnastics Club — Monday nights and Saturday mornings SHS Swim Club — Friday nights and Saturday mornings Enrolment takes place online (www.suttonhigh.parentseveningsystem.co.uk) at the start of each term. The online enrolment system also shows the full selection of times and classes. Once enrolment has closed, you will receive confirmation of classes and payment details. Please email any questions to our Director of Sport, Miss Alexis Williamson: a.williamson@sut.gdst.net

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SPORT AND OUTDOOR EDUCATION

Street Dance Club (£)

YEARS 7 — 13 ALL YEAR, WEDNESDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.30 — 2.10PM ROOM 8, MRS THOMAS

Chess Club meets every week during the academic year. All girls, no matter whether they are beginner or advanced, or whether they are Year 7 or Year 13, are invited to attend. Girls have the opportunity to represent the school in national and local competitions, and they are also encouraged to use chess as one of their skills for the Duke of Edinburgh Award. The house chess competition is also a very popular event in school and takes place in the Spring Term.

Mindfulness Club YEARS 7 — 9 SPRING TERM AND SUMMER TERM, FRIDAYS, BEFORE SCHOOL 8 — 8.10AM DANCE STUDIO, DR JOHONNETT

Mindfulness Club introduces the basics of mindfulness to students, guiding them in cultivation of presence. Mindfulness helps children to calm down, become more focused, alleviate worry, manage anger and generally become more patient and aware.

THINKING SKILLS AND WELLNESS

Chess Club

YEARS 10 — 13 AUTUMN TERM, TUESDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM ROOM G23, MR PARKINS / MRS PEEL

In the Autumn Term, the English Department will run a combined debating and public speaking club for upper school students. Through participation in short debates within the club, the girls will pit their wits against each other to build their research skills and their ability to structure arguments effectively. They will also have the opportunity to develop their confidence and proficiency in delivering speeches in front of an audience, an immensely important life skill. As well as internal events, such as house debating, club members will also participate in external competitions, including the ESU Mace debating competition and the GDST Crystal Prize for Public Speaking.

Young Reporters YEARS 9 — 13 SPRING TERM, TUESDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM ROOM G23, MRS PEEL / MRS HARVEY

Students will have the opportunity to put their sleuthing skills into practice in the Young Reporters club, which will run in Spring Term. Those who participate will independently gather information, interview witnesses, and write and edit their own news reports. The girls will explore current events and report on the issues which affect them the most. Following the Guardian Young Reporters scheme and BBC School Report, students will also develop their editorial, ICT and filming skills.

Creative writing YEARS 7 — 13 ALL YEAR, THURSDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.40 — 2.10PM ROOM G22, ALL ENGLISH TEACHERS

Literature allows us to experience a thousand different lives; writing enables us to own them. In a new creative writing club, students will explore their imaginations and develop the tools to capture their ideas on paper. The club will aim to get students writing in a range of different forms, sharing created pieces with others and developing their ability to reflect effectively. In the Summer Term, the best pieces of writing will be collected together and possibly published in a Sutton High Anthology.

WRITING AND SPEAKING

Debating and public speaking

YEAR 12 NOVEMBER — JULY, TUESDAYS, LUNCHTIME 1.45 — 2PM ROOM BLACK, MRS YAMIN

We will meet to discuss the committee’s ideas for their school magazine — covering topics such as themes, layout, cover design, style, content and target audience. This is a chance for Year 12 girls to show the breadth of their skills and talents, working in a team environment to create a magazine that celebrates the achievements and activities of girls at Sutton High School during the year. Applications and interviews for the role of school magazine editor, as well as positions on the committee, will take place during September of Year 12. Images opposite (clockwise): Sutton High School Magazine front covers from 1904, 1937, 1975 and 2015.

WRITING AND SPEAKING

School Magazine Committee

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