INTRODUCTION
Manage Your Child’s Activities with SOCS
All activities are now managed via SOCS. To sign up or view your child's activities, please visit https://www.socscms.com/socs/parent.
For students, SOCS is accessible via iSAMS student portal: https://students.tts.edu.sg
For programme details and regular updates, please visit the parent portal at https://myportal tts edu sg
If you need further assistance, please email cocurriculum@tts.edu.sg. The email addresses for the respective co-curriculum departments are as follows:
cocurriculum@tts.edu.sg (clubs/activities) externalclubs@tts.edu.sg (external hirers) music@tts.edu.sg (music tuition & ensembles) merlions@tts.edu.sg (competitive swimming) gymnastics@tts.edu.sg (gymnastics club) sport@tts.edu.sg (sport)
MONDAY P6
Animation Club
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-9
The Animation CCA you'll learn the foundational techniques of stop motion animation. Focusing on use of plasticene, models and whiteboard animation, the CCA provides a structured environment to understand the basics of frameby-frame filmmaking. Participants will work on creating short films, gaining practical experience in animation and storytelling. The club emphasizes skill development and collaboration, offering a methodical approach to understanding animation processes and bringing concepts to life.
Board Games Club
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-11
Board Games Club aims to promote board games as a recreational activity that boosts strategic thinking skills and social interaction. This club is a platform for students with a common interest in board games to come together to have fun and to build relationships.
Book Club
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-9
Whether an avid independent reader, or just someone who wants to develop their own reading within a supportive group, Book Club is the forum for both. We aim to read a variety of fiction and non-fiction texts including short stories, graphic novels, memoirs and biographies and will be very much led by the personal interests of the group. We will balance shared and independent reading with discussion and exploration of ideas raised in texts. If you love reading, or know you should be reading more, this is the club for you.
Caring for Cambodia -
Community Outreach
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 12
This has the potential to be very exciting indeed. The plan is to link very closely with Caring for Cambodia to raise funds for the schools in Cambodia. We are hoping to get younger students involved too so that you will get experience working with younger students. It is likely that members of this group will be given priority on the 2024 Cambodia CAS trip so that they can see their projects in action.
Checkmate: Chess Club
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-13
Chess Club aims to promote chess as a recreational activity that boosts strategic thinking skills and social interaction. This club is a platform for students with a common interest in chess to come together to have fun and to build relationships.
Debate Squad
Day/Time: Monday, 3-5pm Year: 9-11
Debate squad is selected from our most able Debaters. Anyone interested should consider signing up for Scholars: Debate, and contact Mr Sheppard to discuss.
MONDAY P6
Chinese Culture Kaleidoscope
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-11
Embark on an extraordinary journey into the vibrant world of Chinese culture through the lens of Chinese Culture Kaleidoscope!
Designed for all Middle School & Upper School students, this immersive club offers a diverse range of activities that will captivate your senses and ignite your passion for Chinese traditions. Dive into the intriguing world of Ma Jiang, the ancient tile-based game that challenges your strategic thinking. Unleash your creativity through painting, calligraphy, cross-stitch and more, as you explore the beauty of Chinese art forms. And let's not forget the ultimate sensory delight - sampling delectable Chinese cuisine! Indulge yourself in a plate of cultural experiences at Chinese Culture Kaleidoscope, where adventure awaits at every turn!
Design & Photoshop Workshop
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 9-11
Are you an aspiring designer? Flex your creativity. In the first half term, you will learn simple photoshop skills and design your very own drink cup holder to take home with you. In the second half term, you will design and make your own Christmas ornaments.
Emergency First Aid
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 12
Students will complete the PADI Emergency First Response CPR & AED course and Secondary Care (First Aid) and become certified First Responders.
Dungeons & Dragons
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-11
Yes, that thing from Stranger Things, Amazon Prime, Twitch, Youtube and that movie with Chris Pine! Come adventure with us, playing a game limited only by your imagination (dungeons and/or dragons are likely to appear). Alternatively, you might like to lead your own story and find creative ways to encourage and mess with your players. All experience levels welcome!
F1 in Schools
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-13
The F1 in Schools is a competition that gives students the opportunity to work as a team to Design, Make, Test, and Race their Formula 1 car against other teams on a local and international stage. This club will initially begin with in-depth training on our Computer Aided Design package (Fusion360) to develop the skills you will need to design your own F1 car. Once the car is designed, we will use a range of tools and equipment to create it in the workshop, such as 3D printers and CNC Milling machines. The F1 cars are then tested in a wind tunnel and on a race track to evaluate how quick they are, with improvements to the design made until it is ready for the World Finals Competition. As we will be working towards competing in the World Finals competitions, students will need to commit to the project for a period of time to give us the best opportunity to win the competition.
MONDAY P6
Fantastic Felting/Playful Printing
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-9
Felting workshop in the first half-term explores creativity, enhances understanding of textile materials, and promotes sustainability through eco-friendly practices. In Playful Printing (second half-term), you will create your own greetings cards using a variety of printing techniques.
Film & Media Tech Crew
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 11-12
This activity is for students looking to develop their film and media production skills, work on their own film projects and help film school events. It is designed for students who are studying film and media production, and especially students looking to study the subject at university.
First Lego League
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-10
The Lego Robotics club is focused around using the LEGO SPIKE kits to design, create and test robots. The robots are used to complete a series of challenges under timed conditions. Students attending will be taking part in the Lego Robotics League, an international event where teams of students compete in a range of robotic challenges.
MONDAY P6
Game Zone
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-11
Students will enjoy learning and playing a range of games which include volleyball, basketball and badminton, as well as fun activities such as dodgeball and floor hockey. Sessions are designed to be fun and active, whilst also developing a range of skills that support improved sports performance.
Girls Mixed Ability Rugby
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-13
Girls will have the opportunity to train and learn the fundamental skills of contact rugby. There will also be the opportunity to play matches against other schools or clubs.
Lego Cartography Club
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-9
If you love Lego and are intrigued by maps, then the Lego Cartography Club may be the perfect Monday CCA for you! Using the largest ever set of Lego released, a whopping 11,695 pieces, groups will begin their build using the classic world template. Once the basics have been mastered, your artistic flair, imagination and creativity can be let loose as you design your own map of key geographical features.
Lions of Symmetry: Maths Enrichment
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-9
A dynamic maths enrichment session providing opportunities to explore mathematics outside the school curriculum. Areas we delve into include coding and ciphers, the maths behind games, sudoku and similar puzzles. We puzzle our way through maths problems and compete in teams in mini tournaments. The perfect club if you enjoy problem-solving, logical games and working with others. We also prepare for the UKMT challenges and other competitions, so if you are keen to hone your skills, this is the Club for you.
Marine Science: Investigating Sea Water
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 9-11
Do you enjoy practical tasks in science? This CCA is packed full of experiments that look at some of the properties of water that relate to marine organisms. We will investigate: the potential impact of melting land based ice and melting floating ice; the effect of pH on dissolved carbon dioxide; the differences between rain water, sea water and fresh water, to name just three. (This is a standalone CCA however along with other topics this could become part of the IGCSE Marine Science qualification)
MONDAY P6
Model United Nations (MUN)
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-13
Interested in the politics of global issues such as the environment, human rights and conflict resolution? Model United Nations (MUN) is a student-led Club that will allow you to explore these issues, and more besides. In MUN, you will take on roles as diplomats, research issues, debate and deliberate with other delegates, and try to find solutions to real world problems. Middle School students are preparing for our own Tanglin Conference (CENTMUN) in December. In Term 1, Upper School students are preparing for Conferences at UWC East (October) and OFS (November). There are also student leadership opportunities for committed delegates. Absolutely no prior experience is required, and all ability levels are welcome.
Music Theory & Aural Club
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-10
Intermediate Music Theory and Aural Club is only for students working towards ABRSM theory exams and for those that have already completed Grade 1 Theory. We will cover a range of Theory including scales and key signatures, intervals, chords and harmony, technical terms, musical devices and much more. In addition, students will have the opportunity to develop their aural skills.
Mythology Club
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-9
Come to Mythology Club to explore the myths and legends of the ancient world. We will be exploring Egyptian, Norse, Greek and Indian mythology to understand the cultures of the ancient world better. If you like stories, heroes, action and adventure, then this the club for you. We will be acting, drawing and creating to help make these stories come alive!
Oliver! Middle School Musical
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-9
Love to sing and act? Join this year's Middle School production of Oliver! This is a 2-term commitment, performances will be on 25 & 26 June.
MONDAY P6
Petanque Club
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-11
Join our new Pétanque Club and immerse yourself in French culture! Discover the rules of this iconic game, also known as Boules, and refine your technique through friendly matches and strategic play. Sessions will be partly in French offering practical language practice, but no prior knowledge of the language is needed.
Science Club
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-9
Welcome to the exciting world of our Middle School Science Club! Calling all curious minds and budding scientists, this club is the perfect platform to unleash your passion for science. Join us as we embark on a journey of exploration, experimentation, and discovery. Get ready to delve into a wide range of captivating scientific fields, from biology and chemistry to physics.
Sculpture Club
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-9
A chance to submerge yourself in creative, sculptural play. Learn how to use conventional materials like wood, plastic, wire, clay, and plaster to create unconventional results. Inspired by art history or film, spend the term developing your drawing and building skills within a workshop environment. Your imagination is your only limit!
Senior Bands
Day/Time: Monday 3-4pm Year Group: 7-13
For Rock Bands to get coaching and work towards performances inside and outside of Tanglin. You should already be in a band or please message Mr Hyland if you are interested in joining a band.
MONDAY P6
St John’s Home for the Elderly
Day/Time: Monday, 3-5pm Year: 7-9
This CCA is a wonderful opportunity for Middle School students to engage in Service Learning at St John’s Home for the Elderly. This will involve a multifaceted approach that includes research, interviews, and fundraising initiatives. We will alternate between sessions at school and visits to St John’s. We will bus there and back for the visits, returning to school about 5pm.
Sustainable Bicycles for All Project
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 12
In 2022, a TTS student, Yash Pathania (then in Year 12), started this initiative as a CAS project and the work has continued. The idea is simple. Collect old unused bikes from condos, repair them so that they look as close to new as possible, then distribute them to a child that wants a bike, but can’t afford one. Brilliantly simple, but highly effective! You will be helped to maintain the bikes by people with experience in this area.
The Institute
Entrepreneurship Programme
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year Group: 12
Join this exciting programme for a unique chance to develop skills, experience, and a professional network that will prepare you for any future internship, interview or job. You have the opportunity to work with and be coached by leaders from Reactor School, who are experts in training and launching entrepreneurs below the age of 30. This programme has been created for Tanglin Yr 12 students and offers the opportunity to get direct engagement and visibility to business leaders from companies such as Microsoft, PayPal, Nomura, Accenture, Standard Chartered Ventures (SC Ventures) and major venture capital companies. Please note that applications to join this are closed. Contact Ms Brandon-King for more information.
Touch Home Care Meal Deliveries
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4.30pm Year: 9-11
A service learning opportunity for students in Year 9 and above. We will travel on a coach to Jurong Touch Home Care, pack food and then deliver to the elderly who live in HDBs. Students will work in teams. It is important that students are committed as it is essential the elderly get their meals.
MONDAY P6
Touch Typing
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-12
Touch typing is the ability to type without looking at the keys. When you can touch type the keyboard almost feels like an extension of your body and you can work more efficiently and at speed. In today's world almost every job is going to require computer skills, having the ability to touch type will set you apart from others and enable you to get your work done quicker. It'll also help you complete work and assignments quicker too. It's not an easy skill to master, but once you have it...it'll transfor the way that you work on your device. Are you up for a challenge? Do you want to improve your study skills and learn an invaluable skill? If so, this is the CCA for you.
World Music Club
Day/Time: Monday, 3-3.55pm Year: 7-13
Preparing for performances in the Chinese New Year assembly and Fun Run, World Music Club will involve students learning about music from Indonesia (Gamelan), the Caribbean (Steel Pans), West Africa and China, and perform music from these areas using authentic instruments.
World Scholar's Cup
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 8-10
On April 26-27 2025, we will participate in the Singapore Round of the World Scholar's Cup. In this competition, students compete in teams of three to take on a range of challenges - debate, collaborative writing, and quizzes - in relation to the WSC theme for 2025, which will be released in January. This CCA will allow students to prepare and practise for the competition. If you are unable to join this CCA but are interested in taking part in the competition, please speak to Mr. Cotton.
Writers' Club
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 7-8
Calling all budding author, poets and playwrights. Writers Unblocked is Tanglin's Society for creative writers in all genres. Sessions will involve input on different aspects of writer's craft, time to work on your own writing and the opportunity to receive feedback from peers, teachers and professional writers. We welcome students who would like to develop their writing in a range of forms including novels, short stories, poetry, fan fiction, and even graphic novels and playscripts/ screenplays.
THURSDAY P6
Advanced CAD/CAM Club
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm
Year: 10-13
The advanced CAD/CAM course is an exciting opportunity for students in Year 10 and above to explore the world of computer-aided design and manufacturing. This course equips students with essential skills using industry-leading software such as Fusion 360 and Illustrator. Students learn to create intricate designs, model objects, and simulate real-world scenarios. The CAD component enables them to unleash their creativity, designing products, architecture, and more. The CAM aspect introduces students to laser cutting and 3D printing, allowing them to bring their digital designs to life. Through handson projects and practical applications, students gain invaluable experience in the rapidly evolving fields of CAD and CAM, preparing them for future careers in design and manufacturing. You should be a current D&T student to sign up. Please see your Design and Technology teacher to sign up for this activity before the end of week 1.
Advanced Chemistry Society
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm
Year: 12-13
Do you have a love for Chemistry? Are you interested in expanding your knowledge and understanding beyond the classroom, and to put it to the test? If yes, then this CCA is for you. The CCA will provide opportunities to study advanced concepts in chemistry such as quantum and molecular orbital theories, symmetry operations and photochemistry. This CCA is aimed at students who want to prepare for undergraduate studies in the chemical sciences, build confidence when speaking about scientific concepts and who enjoy discussing pertinent scientific issues. There is also the potential to compete in the annual RSC Olympiad.
Advanced Music Theory & Aural Club
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-13
Advanced Music Theory and Aural Club is only for students working towards ABRSM theory exams ABOVE Grade 3 Theory. We will cover a range of Theory including scales and key signatures, intervals, chords and harmony, technical terms, musical devices and much more. In addition, students will have the opportunity to develop their aural skills.
Agreeable Disagreements:
Tackling big issues in Humanities
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 10-13
Are you unsure about how to discuss issues of race and gender? Aghast at the Russian invasion of Ukraine? Curious about how COVID-19 so quickly led to governments curtailing our freedom? Puzzled by why there are so many poor people in the richest countries? Fearful of the rise in surveillance technology and what this means for the future? If your answer is 'yes', then this is the club for you. If the answer is 'no', then keep reading. Each session, we address a topic of contemporary relevance in which there is disagreement amongst attendees. We then explore the intricacies of the topic. We aim to challenge our biases and preconceptions and encourage empathy and understanding. Why do we hold the views that we do? Are these beliefs based on fact, intuition, our social environment? Come find out.
Ancient Greek
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-12
We will be studying for the Intermediate Greek Certificate course, which will run over two years and result in a half-GCSE, although there is no pressure to continue with it until that point. We'll be studying predominantly language, but will also look at some Greek mythology.
Art Open Studio
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 11 & 13
Open Studio for Year 11 and Year 13 Art students.
Biology Society
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-11
Discussion and lectures of areas of BIOLOGY supplementing and extending those studies on the syllabi offered within the school.
Competitive Coding
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-11
Once you enter into programming you just do not learn how to code but you also learn the “art of thinking”, by breaking your code into smaller chunks and then using your logicbased creativity to solve a problem from different angles. The activity is designed to develop computational thinking, algorithm and problem solving allowing you to apply steps to code solutions to challenges. The activity is linked to several national and international competitions as well as our inhouse competition The Computing Games.
Composition Club
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-13
In this society we will explore different compositional styles, including film scores, Western Classical Music and Rock and Pop. We will explore a range of compositional techniques. Students will have the opportunity to analyse music then compose their own pieces. Students should have a basic knowledge of music theory, or some previous experience with GarageBand, Logic or Sibelius.
CSI & Forensics Academy
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 12-13
Are you a student with a knack for solving mysteries and an interest in forensic science? Join the Crime Scene Investigation and Forensics Academy! This CCA will help you to dip your toe into the fascinating world of CSI, where you’ll learn essential skills like establishing the time of death and analysing crime scene evidence. You’ll get hands-on and practical experience to train you up for your very first case. Can you crack the case and uncover the culprit? Get ready to unleash your inner forensic scientist and detective! Please note that this CCA has limited spaces available and is ideal for (but not limited to) students studying the sciences at A-Level or IB.
Dual Linguist - French/Spanish
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9
This course enables students who have stopped learning French or Spanish at the end of Year 8 to continue their exposure with the language throughout Year 9. The goal of the course is to allow students to build on their knowledge of their language of choice in all four skills and the final target is to be in a position where they are able to choose to continue with said language at IGCSE if they wish to do so.
Duke of Edinburgh (Gold)
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 12-13
Students undertaking the challenges of the Duke of Edinburgh International Award have opportunities to improve their resilience, confidence and communication skills. Stepping outside their personal comfort zone, exploring new ways of doing things, being calm, logical and creative when in potentially difficult circumstances and learning from both successes and mistakes is key to building these personal attributes. This also ensures that individuals really strive to ‘be the best they can be’. Progressing onto the Gold Award will provide students with a diverse range of skills and opportunities unmatched by any other programme, and is highly regarded by both universities and future employers. Please note that entry onto the Gold Award is subject to completion of the Silver Award, except in exceptional circumstances.
Economics Society
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 12-13
Economics Society is an opportunity for keen students, who want to learn without the confines of the syllabus. For example, are you interested in how cryptocurrencies compares to traditional investing methods? What will the inequality look like in the post-pandemic, AI-driven world? We host opportunities for student leadership and personal development. Integrating with the successful student-led finance society, you can look forward to our second Student Finance Conference as well as our regular array of debates, discussions and our annual Economics public speaking competition. Join an ambitious group of students, passionate about the opportunities that enriching ourselves in Economics can bring!
THURSDAY P6
French Film Club
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-13
A society dedicated to watching and discussing a series French films (with subtitles).
Genesis School
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 12
This is an extremely worthwhile project that demands commitment. You will work with students who have special needs and the emphasis is on developing worthwhile one to one relationships with the Genesis students. This project has now been running for a number of years and we are looking to increase our commitment. There is the opportunity to work in all sorts of areas. Everybody who has joined this elective has found it incredibly rewarding. A bus is provided to and from the Genesis school each week.
Galileo Galilei Advanced Physics Society
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 12-13
This society will allow students who have a deep interest in Physics to challenge themselves by learning about some of the more advanced areas of Physics that they are unable to learn about in the classroom. Through a mixture of lectures, projects, guided research, scientific investigation and hopefully guest speakers students will be able to learn about fascinating areas of Physics including Special Relativity, General Relativity, Field Theory, The Higgs Boson, Dark Energy and Dark Matter, Cosmology as well as discovering some of the amazing breakthroughs in the field of Physics from history. Perfect for anyone with an interest in Physics and ideal for those wishing to pursue Physics or Engineering at university.
Junior Communications Skills SUpport
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 12
The Junior Communication Skills Support programme is designed to develop communication skills in the Junior School. The curriculum is in place and you will be asked to support two students on a weekly basis. You will help with all sorts of communication: debating, monologues, public speaking, etc. It will give you an excellent opportunity to pass on communication skills and also operate as a role model to younger students. It helps if you are a confident communicator yourself.
History Society
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-13
The History Society will give you the opportunity to explore some of the events, people, places, ideas and concepts more deeply than we're able to in class. We will use key documents, key ideas and key works to really see what made people tick in the past.
Law Study Group
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 10-13
Many students want to study Law later in life but have little awareness of what the Law actually is. In this CCA students will be learning about as many different aspects of the law as they wish, through MOOC (Massive Open Online Courses) and discussion. Starting with the basics of English Common Law (which forms the basis of many modern legal systems), students can then branch out depending on their interests and abilities. In many cases students will be able to earn a certificate which can support later university applications.
Literature Society (TLC)
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-13
If you love reading or want to read more we are a group of enthusiastic readers who have lots of ideas on what’s worth taking off the shelf next! Mostly student led according to the personal interests of the group, we enjoy sharing our reading experiences with each other through discussion, presentations, podcasts and even our Goodreads profiles. The level of participation is up to you, but this is an opportunity to be open-minded, develop reading choices, and be inspired to branch out into new genres and authors that have been enjoyed by others. We are particularly keen to invite Y9, 10 and Y11 students who are thinking of English beyond KS4 and anyone who would like to be part of an easygoing reading community.
Music Tech Club
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-13
Music Tech Club will teach students about the wonderful world of sound technology, including setting up equipment, using Logic Pro, recording and production skills. Members of the club will have the opportunity to put theory into practice by helping out at school events as part of the music tech team.
NXplorers: Journey
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 12-13
A global project organised by Shell and the Science Centre, student teams learn project tools to help create a problem statement that relates to sustainablility of water, food and energy in the local community. Teams will then develop, design and produce a project prototype to deploy within the school, with support from Shell mentors and industry specialists and funded by Shell. Showcasing your team project to NXplorer schools in Singapore, the programme finishes with teams presenting their projects to industry experts and Science Centre project leaders.
Philosophy of Film Club
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-11
Explore the big questions and issues in life through the medium of film. Develop your philosophical thinking skills and take the opportunity to have your ideas challenged. Each week we will explore a different philosophical question, as presented in film. This CCA is not for the un-curious and will require you to step well outside of your cognitive comfort zones.
THURSDAY P6
Physics Society
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-11
Discussion and lectures of areas of PHYSICS supplementing and extending those studies on the syllabi offered within the school.
PsychSoc
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9
Join our Psychology Society and unlock the mysteries of the human mind. Gain insights into perception, memory, and famous experiments while igniting passion for the captivating field of psychology. Discover how our brains interpret and interact with the world around us and unravel the secrets of visual illusions that play tricks on our senses. You'll never look at things the same way again!
Metanoia Sustainability Action Group
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 12
Last year Tanglin engaged sustainability consultants, Metanoia, to measure our carbon footprint and they produced a report of 'hotspots'- areas to improve. This CCA will focus on these hotspots to reduce Tanglin's environmental impact and make the school a leader in sustainable practices. This will count as a CAS service. Different groups may choose to work on energy reduction, food waste, education, uniform or recycling and will connect with junior and infant school students to make this a whole-school effort.
Senior Maths Society: Gardner’s World
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 10-13
Gardner's World is the Senior Maths Society, an opportunity for pupils across the Upper School and Sixth Form to find out more about the beauty of mathematics. There will be puzzles, lectures, guest speakers and opportunities to work together on projects to gain a deep understanding of different areas of the subject. This society will also include maths competition preparation sessions.
Silver Crest Award in Science
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm Year: 10-11
Silver Awards are designed to stretch students and enrich their STEM studies. Students develop their own project idea and gain in-depth experience of the scientific method or engineering design process. Students work independently or in groups to plan and run a project addressing a real-world STEM problem. The award requires 30 hours of input. This means if the CCA is only taken for one term (approx. 15 hours) then students will have to finish the award in their own time (supported remotely by the teacher). Alternatively, students are welcome to sign up for a second term of CCA.
Singapore Junior Chemistry Olympiad
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 10-11
The SJChO is a competition organised by the Singapore National Institute of Chemistry (SNIC). It provides a platform for all upper secondary students to challenge themselves in their chemical knowledge and skills. It also seeks to promote the excitement in learning and doing Chemistry as well as to identify and develop chemistry talents.
THURSDAY P6
Essential Cooking Club
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 12-13
Started thinking about life beyond Tanglin yet? One of the necessities is to know how to cook! Let your inner chef out in our Essential Cooking Skills CCA. This course is designed for beginner Upper School and Sixth Form students. You will learn some basic kitchen skills and techniques as you cook a new dish every week. Dishes will vary between sweet and savoury. You will need to bring your own container every week to take your dishes home. We cook in the Lifeskills kitchen, so class size is limited to 24. Get your apron on and let’s start cooking!
Tanglin Golf
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-5pm Year: 9-13
It is an opportunity for golfers at the school to attend the driving range to do personal practice. This CCA is open to yr9-12 students. *We will take younger golfers on a case by case basis, those interested should contact Mr Martin or Mr Seal directly. Bus will leave school at 33.10pm and return by 5pm. Cost is $350 per term (15 weeks)
Tech Meets Languages
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-13
An exciting new opportunity to boost your language learning (Spanish, French, Chinese or any other language) with recent tech developments. Immerse yourself in non-English speaking virtual realities or games (e.g. on Playstation), learn through the latest apps, or have AI help you improve your pronunciation. There will be lots of music!
Spanish Film Club
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-13
A society dedicated to watching and discussing a series Spanish films (with subtitles).
Trading for Beginners
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-11
Welcome to Trading for Beginners, a dynamic CCA designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of stock market trading. In this CCA you will have to chance explore key financial concepts such as market mechanics, trade types, and risk management. The sessions will include hands-on experimentation using a paper trading model, allowing you to experience real-world trading without any of the risks. Whether you're new to investing or looking to enhance your financial knowledge, this CCA provides a solid foundation for developing your trading skills in an engaging and practical way.
THURSDAY P6
The Last Word: Online
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-13
The Last Word is Tanglin Trust School’s independent online magazine/blog written by students, for students. It is open to all students from year 9 to year 13 and we meet weekly in E2 of the Sixth Form Centre. Through this CCA, students are encouraged to pursue their passion in writing by producing articles that cover everything from current world affairs to film recommendations. Whilst also supporting students in developing their writing skills, The Last Word also provides a platform where students are able to share their different interests and opinions with the help of Mr Coe, one of the school’s English teachers.
TTS Shark Tank
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-11
Do you want to fine tune your entrepreneurial and presentation skills? Do you have some creative ideas for a business product, which you would like to pitch to experts. If the answer to this question is yes, then sign up for the TTS Shark Tank. For this CCA you will work with a team to develop a product idea. After brainstorming ideas with your team, you will conduct market research to ensure there is demand for your product before designing a prototype and creating a presentation to pitch your product to the experts.
Writers’ Unblocked
Day/Time: Thursday, 3-4pm Year: 9-13
Calling all budding author, poets and playwrights. Writers Unblocked is Tanglin's Society for creative writers in all genres. Sessions will involve input on different aspects of writer's craft, time to work on your own writing and the opportunity to receive feedback from peers, teachers and professional writers. We welcome students who would like to develop their writing in a range of forms including novels, short stories, poetry, fan fiction, and even graphic novels and playscripts/ screenplays. As the year develops there will also be opportunities to hear from professional writers, enter competitions, and have your work published. Whether you have a project you're already working on, or are brand new to writing, all levels of experience are welcome.
OTHER CLUBS & SOCIETIES
Musical Showcase
Day/Time: Wednesday, 4-5pm Year: 7-13
Join us for another year of Musical Showcase fun! Get involved in group dances or choreograph your own to create a show full of classic Musical Theatre hits. First meeting is on the 8th of January with rehearsal every Wednesday 4-5. The performance is on Wednesday 19th March.
Rubik’s Cubers
Day/Time: Tuesday, 1-2pm Year: 7-13
Are you eager to learn how to solve the Rubik’s Cube, including advanced speed-solving techniques? Or perhaps you’re interested in mastering unique types of cubes like pyraminxes and megaminxes? Come and join our club, where experienced sixth formers are excited to share their expertise and passion for cube solving with you!
E-Sports Club
Day/Time: Friday, 1-1.50pm Year: 7-13
Experience the world of competitive gaming. Develop your team work, lateral thinking and perseverance through Minecraft, Track Mania and/or BrawlStars. This club will link to interschool tournaments and competitions. Experience the world of competitive gaming. Develop your teamwork, lateral thinking and perseverance through Minecraft, Track Mania and/or BrawlStars. This club will link to interschool tournaments and competitions. Get your lunch first, then turn up and compete!
MedSoc
Day/Time: Tuesday, 4-5pm Year: 13
Are you interested in going to medical school and pursuing a career as a Doctor or Vet? At Medsoc we will discuss all manner of things medical from recent medical breakthroughs and medicine in the news to helping you prepare for the interviews. You will even get the opportunity to do some suturing!
STEP Club
Day/Time: Thursday, 4-5pm Year: 12-13
Supporting university entrance exams (MAT, PAT, TSA, ENGAA, STEP) for applicants in maths or maths-adjacent courses.
Year 12 STEM Club
Day/Time: Tuesday, 4-5pm Year: 12
STEM is an enrichment opportunity for A-level and IB students who have a passion for Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics. In STEM you will engage in a variety of activities to further your knowledge and abilities in these subjects, from research to complex practicals, problem solving activities and discussion work. You will also have the opportunity to engage with people outside of the TTS community who have made a career in STEM. If you are considering further study in the Sciences, Engineering, Applied Maths or Medicine or just have an interest in these areas then this Club is for you.
Oxbridge Prep
Day/Time: Friday, 1-2pm Year: 12
Spring programme for students wanting to apply to highly selective universities in the UKOxford & Cambridge.
US College Applications
Day/Time: Thursday, 1-2pm Year: 12
Spring programme for students wanting to apply to universities in the US.
MUSIC
Big Band
Day/Time: Thursday, 4-5pm Year: 8-13
Open to students with experience of playing Jazz and Latin music. Students must be able to sight-read at a high standard and play a wind/brass/rhythm section instrument. Vocalists will be selected from Senior choral ensembles.
Chamber Orchestra
Day/Time: Tuesday, 7.30-8.15am Year Group: 7-13
An advanced group for students who can play an orchestral instrument to a higher level. By invitation only, to be in this group you must be a member of the Symphony Orchestra.
Chamber Winds
Day/Time: Monday, 1-2pm Year Group: 7-9
For woodwind players, by tutor recommendation.
Chancery Chamber Trio
Day/Time: Monday, 4-5pm Year Group: 10-13
By invitation only, a high-level chamber trio performing Chamber Music.
MUSIC
Close Harmony Choir
Day/Time: Friday, 4-5pm Year Group: 11-13
An advanced group for students who have sung in choirs before and can read music. This choir is auditioned at the start of Term 1. Students who sing with the Close Harmony Choir are required to be members of the Y11-13 Choir.
Concert Band
Day/Time: Monday, 4-5pm Year Group: 7-10
By invitation/audition. This Band is for students in Year 7 and above playing up to Grade 3 level.
Gamelan
Day/Time: Thursday, 4-5pm Year Group: 7-13
Gamelan is a traditional Indonesian percussion ensemble. No experience is necessary, this group is open to all students Y4-13.
Jazz Collective
Day/Time: Friday, 7.30-8.15am Year Group: 10-13
Open to students with experience of playing or singing Jazz and Latin Music. Students must be able to sight-read at a high standard and play a wind/brass/rhythm section instrument. Vocalists will be selected from Senior Choral Ensembles.
Pegasus Winds
Day/Time: Monday, 7.30-8.15am Year Group: 10-13
By invitation only, a high-level wind ensemble performing Chamber Music.
Senior Bands
Day/Time: Each day, 1-2pm Year Group: 7-13
This activity provides an opportunity for existing bands or students who wish to play in a band to rehearse and receive advice or technical help. This activity can take place on whichever lunchtime suits all band members.
Cello Ensemble
Day/Time: Friday, 4-5pm Year Group: 7-13
A chance for cello students to play together in an ensemble. By invitation only. If you would like to be considered for this group please email music@tts.edu.sg.
Senior Choir
Day/Time: Monday, 3-4pm and Friday 1-2pm Year Group: 7-10
Open to all who enjoy singing. No previous experience required.
Senior Chamber Choir
Day/Time: Monday, 4-5pm Year Group: 7-10
A choir for students wishing to perform more challenging music. Students who sing in Chamber Choir are required to be members of Senior Choir. Am audition is required: f you would like to join please see Ms Owain in the Senior Music Office or email music@tts.edu.sg.
Senior Guitar Ensemble
Day/Time: Tuesday, 7.30-8.15am Year Group: 7-13
Open to all students who can play guitar, regardless of experience. Students should be able to read either musical notation or tab. A range of styles is covered.
