In our school aims we describe how we want to develop in every pupil the skills, aptitudes and abilities required to become emotionally resilient and autonomous learners. We want to encourage in every child a sense of commitment, to value high achievement, to be prepared to adapt and to be innovative. Our Extra-Curricular Activity programme plays an important part in enabling us to work towards these aims. It does so by extending the curriculum beyond that which is taught in timetabled sessions. These extra activities offer pupils opportunities:-

For learning the value of teamwork, individual and group responsibility, physical strength and endurance, competition, diversity, and a sense of culture and community.

To apply academic skills in a real-world context and are thus considered part of a balanced education.

To make choices in terms of what they want to do, or not do

as the case may be, which in itself can be educational.

The purpose of this ECA Booklet is to inform you of the activities on

offer at Amesbury.

Should you have any queries, please email:

extra-curricular@amesburyschool.co.uk

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

INTRODUCTION

Lent 2018

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Section A: Activities provided by external professionals

Instrumental Tuition 4 Speech and Drama 6 Music Technology 7 Dance 8 Tennis 12 Judo 15 Golf 16 Chess Club 17 Arts & Crafts 18 Pottery Wheel Tuition 19 Jewellery Making 20 Fashion & Textile 21 Cookery School 22

Section B: Activities provided by salaried staff

Big Band 23 Junior Science Club 23 Senior Science Club 23 Flute Choir 23 Amesbury Repertory Company 24 Senior Choir 24 Junior Choir 24 Chapel Choir 24 Grade V Theory Class 25 Troupe & Crew 25 String Ensemble 25 Athletics Club 25

Section C: The Process The Application, Injury, Withdrawal 26

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT

INSTRUMENTAL AND VOICE TUITION Mark Reynolds: Head of Performing Arts (ECAs/Events)

Instrumental and vocal tuition raises the musical attainment of pupils, encourages self-confidence and helps pupils develop a sense of personal achievement and self-expression.

Tuition Tuition is provided by a team of visiting self-employed teachers using the facilities at Amesbury. Tuition is available in the following:

Bass Guitar Classical Guitar Clarinet Cornet Drums Electric Guitar Flute French Horn Piano Percussion Recorder Saxophone Tenor Horn Trombone Trumpet Viola Violin Vocal

It may be possible to provide tuition on other instruments subject to sufficient demand and the availability of a teacher.

Pre-Prep (Years 1 & 2) Lessons will be allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis to Year 2 and, if space permits, to Year 1. Any parent who wishes to commence music lessons for their child prior to Year 1 should email extra-curricular@amesburyschool.co.uk

Prep School (Years 3-8) With terms differing in length, the total number of lessons given in any term can vary. Lessons last for thirty minutes. This allows for specific teaching and a clear programme of study which aids the development of both technical and stylistic skills.

Timetables for lessons are organised on a rotating system and are posted in advance, on the music notice board in the Performing Arts Centre. It is the responsibility of the pupil to make the necessary arrangements with subject staff to be excused for a music lesson and to undertake to make up class work afterwards.

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This allows minimal disruption to the academic curriculum. Break and lunch time lesson slots are allocated to pupils with educational needs, and priority then being given to Year 8 pupils who are sitting Common Entrance and Scholarship examinations.

Reporting Progress is monitored throughout the year as follows:

Michaelmas Term Parents are invited to sit in on one lesson during the first weeks of tuition. This is a time when work habits and forward planning can be discussed. Trinity Term

A written report will be included at the end of each term.

A practice diary is used as an aide memoire for the pupil and a point of contact between the teacher and parent. This diary is used as a positive aid to encourage regular work habits.

Examinations Pupils are under no obligation to take examinations, but it is recognised that in most cases they provide a valuable incentive and measure of progress. Amesbury enters pupils for examinations administered by the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music and Trinity Guildhall. Pupils entered for examinations will have the cost of the entry fee added to the end of term bill.

Additional requirements for tuition Upon acceptance of instrumental lessons you will be contacted by the relevant tutor to discuss any additional requirements needed for tuition. Where music is concerned your child will be supplied with the appropriate manual, the cost of which will be added to the end of term bill.

Fees Payment for tuition is required each term upon receipt of an invoice sent by individual instrumental tutors. Charges for lessons are £39.00 per hour which is equivalent to £19.50 per half hour lesson.

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Speech and Drama lessons develop communication skills and give pupils the confidence to explore and enjoy performance. These classes teach pupils to use their voices safely, to work productively with others, and to use their imagination to create original and entertaining characters. Pupils are introduced to classic and modern literature - poems, books, plays, television and film scripts.

Prep School (Years 3-8) Speech and Drama lessons are taught in groups of no more than six per group in a 30 minute session. Lessons are scheduled outside the core curriculum subject times. In most cases lessons take place during break times or the Performing Arts scheduled sessions each week. Individual tuition for Drama Scholars may be arranged by special agreement.

Reporting A progress report at the end of Michaelmas Term and a written report is included in the Trinity Term. All pupils taking a LAMDA examination will receive a written report from the examiner. Examinations LAMDA (The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art) performance examinations usually take place during the Lent or Trinity Term. However, other exam boards are currently under consideration. All pupils will be entered for an exam at the appropriate grade. Additional requirements for tuition Pupils should provide an A4 folder (any type) in which to keep their work. All other materials will be provided.

Fees Payment for tuition will be invoiced each term by the Head of Drama. Group lessons are £80.00 per term (10 lessons). Individual scholarship tuition is £120.00 per term (10 x 20 minute lessons). Examination fees will be added to your school fees bill.

SPEECH AND DRAMA Anya Phillips, ATCL (Dist): Head of Drama

PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT

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MUSIC TECHNOLOGY M:TECH

M:Tech is a music and media technology programme in which children

create exciting music through a series of fun projects. These range

from composing songs in a given genre (e.g. Pop / Rock / Hip-Hop)

through to creating jingles, sound effects and dialogue to TV adverts,

cartoons and radio shows. M:Tech is suitable for all levels of musical

ability and at the end of term a grade book, certificate and digital

download of their composition are sent home so that you can listen to

the music your child has created.

Visit www.mtechonline.co.uk/parents to watch a 5 minute video on

M:Tech.

Prep School (Years 3-8) Lessons are available for pupils in Years 3-8 on Tuesday, Wednesday

and Friday lunchtimes. Groups of up to six children will be allocated

upon receipt of numbers; children unsuccessful in securing a place will

be added to a waiting list and parents will be kept informed.

Reporting The M:Tech Education Director is Chris Pietrek. Mr Pietrek is always

available for discussion and feedback on pupil progress. Call 01483

578114 or email chris@mtechonline.co.uk.

Examinations There are no examinations associated with this group.

Additional requirements for tuition None.

Fees Tuition charges are £165.00 per term, payable in advance. Parents will

be billed directly by M:Tech at the start of each term. Each session will

last for 30 minutes and there are approximately 30 sessions per year.

PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT

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ISTD Imperial Ballet (Reception upwards).

The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing has a strong and positive

focus on ballet technique, set exercises, spatial awareness and

musicality. These lessons aim to improve posture, increase confidence

and provide a strong dance foundation. The lessons comprise of barre,

travel, centre work and choreography.

Why? It is universally understood that ballet is the core of any dancer’s training; ballet lays the foundation to a dancer’s strength, spatial awareness and ear for music.

Musicality and Performance Instruction for Ballet (Years 5-8).

The distinction between a good dancer and a great one is their

commitment to the music they are dancing to. The lesson has been

crafted specifically for the advanced ballet dancer, to fuse their technical

movement to emotion. This lesson juggles choreography, improvisation,

discussion and set homework.

Why? If your son/daughter has a fairly developed foundation in dance, this lesson will nourish their performance and push them light years ahead in terms of creating an emotional connection to their stimulus.

ISTD Modern (Nursery upwards).

An expressive form of dance that includes improvisation, co-ordination,

flexibility, rhythm and technique.

Why? Modern centralises around mastering your sense of rhythm and use of levels and space. As the pupil develops, so too does the complexity of the routines. The choreography includes jazz, ballet and street.

Tap (Years 1 & 2).

Excellent for rhythm, performance, control and your ear for music.

There’s no better genre to develop the understanding of rhythm and its

importance. The pupils learn how to control their feet and to use them to

‘vocalise’ complex rhythms within popular music.

Why? This class is a wonderful combination of technique and theatre

that will push the pupil ahead in terms of rhythmic development.

DANCE Erin Norris : Head of Dance

PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT

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Hip-Hop (Years 1-8).

A high-energy class combining street, salsa, popping and jazz. This class

is all about performance, challenging moves, choreography, creativity and

musicality. The class will encourage group participation in terms of

choreography and team work.

Why? With the boom in commercial dance, this is the class for the pupil who has been bowled over by the likes of Michael Jackson, Diversity and any of the recent dance movies.

Contemporary (Years 5-8).

This class will develop the pupil’s creative mind by considering dance as a

way of telling narratives and showing emotion. Dabbling with various

genres of music, this class involves lots of jumps, lifts and discussions on

how to best portray set stimulus. Each class revolves around

improvisation, strength, creativity and open-mindedness.

Why? An extremely freeing form of dance, this genre is a handy tool for confidence, esteem and endless creativity. The class is deliberately structured to make the pupil feel confident enough to try anything out. Particularly, this is a great class for any pupil who is/will be auditioning in the future (many auditions focus on improvisation).

Ballet Pre-Primary (Reception) Wednesday 10.30-11.00pm Primary (Year 1) Monday 12.30-1.00pm Grade 1 (Year 2) Monday 1.00-1.30pm Grade 1 (Year 3 & 4) Friday 4.00-5.00pm Grade 2 (Years 3-8) Friday 5.00-5.45pm Grade 3 (Years 3-8) Friday 5.45-6.30pm Grade 4 (Years 5-8) Monday 1.30-2.10pm Musicality (Advanced) Monday 5.45-6.30pm

Modern Nursery Modern (Nursery) Wednesday 1.30-2.00pm Pre-Primary (Reception) Thursday 1.00-1.30pm Primary (Year 1) Wednesday 12.30-1.00pm Grade 1 (Year 2) Friday 12.30-1.00pm Grade 2 (Year 3) Wednesday 1.00-1.30pm Grade 2 (Year 4 & 5) Monday 10.30-11.00am

Tap

Tap (Year 1 & 2) Friday 1.00-1.30pm Tap (Year 3 & 4) Friday 10.30-11.00am

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Hip-Hop Hip-Hop (Year 1 & 2) Thursday 12.30-1.00pm Hip-Hop (Year 3 & 4) Thursday 10.30-11.00am Hip-Hop (Year 5 & 6) Friday 1:00-1:30pm Hip-Hop (Year 7 & 8) Friday 10.30-11.00am

Contemporary

Contemporary (Year 5 & 6) Thursday 1.30-2.00pm Contemporary (Year 7 & 8) Wednesday 10.30-11.00am

Additional requirements for tuition Ballet Uniform Girls—Pink or navy leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes, pink or navy wrap-around cardigan. In winter, pink/navy blue ankle warmers. Boys—White t-shirt, black shorts, white socks, black ballet shoes. In winter, plain black/navy jumper.

Tap Uniform Pink or navy leotard, navy/black shorts, white ankle socks, black tap shoes. Modern Uniform Girls—Pink or navy leotard, navy/black shorts, bare feet. In winter, black/navy jazz pants and plain black/navy jumper. Boys—White t-shirt, black shorts, bare feet. In winter, black/navy tracksuit trousers and/or black/navy jumper.

Hip-Hop Uniform

White t-shirt, navy/black shorts, bare feet. In winter, black/navy jazz pants and plain black/navy jumper.

Contemporary Uniform Pink or navy leotard, black/navy shorts, bare feet. In winter, black/navy blue ankle warmers.

Annual Dance Shows—What to Expect Spring Show—Nursery to Year 2 (no ballet) This is usually held in the middle of March in the final week of the Lent term and is a firm family favourite. Senior Dance Show—Year 3 to Year 8 (no ballet) This is usually held towards the end of the Trinity term in June/July. It is a huge show that normally has an exciting theme or story to follow throughout.

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All pupils signed up to any dance ECAs will automatically be involved with the above dance shows (genre and age applicable). If your child is involved in a dance show. There is a small extra fee which will be added to your end of term bill. For every Dance ECA your child is signed up to £10 will be added to your bill. However, if your child is in 3 or more Dance ECAs this amount will be capped at £30. Of course, if you would prefer your child not to be involved in the dance show(s) you do not need to pay that little bit extra!

Reporting Dance demonstrations are held each term for parents to view the pupils’ progress, dates will be advised on a termly basis. In addition, Miss Norris is always available to discuss pupil progress. Should you wish to speak directly please e-mail dance@amesburyschool.co.uk.

Examinations If you would like your child to be submitted for exams, it is helpful if this is mentioned when submitting an application and we will be in touch as soon as we think your son/daughter is ready to take the examination. Each grade usually takes one full academic year but can sometimes be a longer or shorter time dependent on the dancer. Finally, please be aware that if your child is submitted for an exam, they will need to take part in extra sessions over half terms and Easter holidays. These additional sessions are priced at £15 each.

Fees Payment for tuition is required each term and will be added to the school bill. The cost for a 30 minute lesson is £8.50, 45 minute lesson £10.00 and £11.50 for an hour. Lessons are booked by the term. Term lengths may vary and charges will be adjusted accordingly.

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Andy Warry manages the ATA programme with a team of professional coaches that are all LTA & PTR qualified. We offer children from beginner to national level the opportunity of learning tennis from committed, knowledgeable and driven tennis coaches. We have a passion for teaching the game of tennis and bringing out the best in any player.

Tennis is a life sport enjoyed by all ages from 2½ to 82½. Tennis offers the complete beginner, and the player that perhaps is a little nervous of contact sport, the perfect balance between competitive/social and simply just good exercise without the rough and tumble. Or the player that wants to stretch themselves into competitive tournament structure and perhaps play for school/club/county/country. Tennis provides life skills, and provides development of hand and ball skills, fitness, confidence, control, adapting to situations, offensive and defensive play, social skills and a worldwide language.

ATA Coaches & Lessons Andy Warry Head Pro MPC Level 5 & PTR PRO Mark Edwards Assistant Head Pro LTA Level 3 & PTR/RPT/Stonebridge Ray Fenton Part time Coach LTA Level 3 & PTR Kay Sargent Part time Coach LTA Level 3 & PTR Claire Bertram Part time Coach LTA Level 3 & PTR

Tuition Tuition and lessons follow the Traffic Light System of Red/Orange/Green and then progressing to the full game with yellow balls.

Pre-Prep

Pre-Nursery 9.30-9.50am Tuesday (commences after October half-term)

Nursery 9.00-9.30am Tuesday

11.00-11.30am Thursday

Reception 10.30-11.00am Friday

Year 1 10.30-11.00am Monday

Year 2 10.30-11.00am Wednesday

Year 1 & 2 3.45-4.15pm Tuesday

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & GAMES

AMESBURY TENNIS ACADEMY Head Tennis Professional : Andy Warry MPC/PTR PRO

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Prep School (Years 3-8)

Year 3 4.00-4.45pm Tuesday

4.15-5.00pm Friday

Year 4 4.15-5.45pm* Tuesday

Year 5 5.45-7.15pm* Monday

Year 6, 7 & 8 5.45-7.15pm* Tuesday

Year 8 1.15-2.00pm Friday

*When applying for these particular group lessons please state if you do not want your child to participate in the optional 30 minute extra for match play.

Advanced & Performance Group (Invitation only): Years 5-8 7.30-8.30am Thursday

4.45-6.15pm Thursday

Invitation to the Advanced & Performance Groups is intended to provide a supplementary lesson to existing group and/or individual lessons. Private Lessons: Private lessons are available on a 1:1, 2, 3 or 4 sharing basis. These lessons are available to pupils from Nursery to Year 8 and can be held before school (7.30-8.00am or 8.00-8.30am), morning break, lunch break or after school. Lesson times will be arranged to fit in with your child’s timetable. Feedback Coaches are always available to talk to parents regarding progress. Termly written reports are also provided. To contact Andy Warry, please call 07833 467777 or email a.warry@amesburyschool.co.uk Competitions & Fixtures Amesbury School Tennis Championships are for all year groups and begin in the Lent Term, finishing with a Finals Day at the National Training Centre in Roehampton where competition cups are presented. School Tennis Fixtures take place in the Trinity Term in a league or on a friendly school match basis where appropriate. Tennis Leaders LTA Courses run for Year 8 in their last term at school; this is optional but gives them a solid understanding and is the first step of a Tennis Qualification.

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LTA Tournaments will be arranged where possible for the players to gain tournament experience at the weekends and during the holidays. ATA Pro Shop Spare demonstration rackets are available if needed as well as a full range of new Technifibre rackets from 17” for 2½ year olds to performance adults rackets to purchase at discounted rates. K-Swiss trainers from size 1 are also available to purchase at discounted rates. Full racket restringing and re-gripping service is available for a 24 hour turnaround. Fees Payment is required each term and is added to the end of term bill one term in arrears. Costs are as follows:

Private Lessons (30 minute duration):

Individual lesson: £18.50 2 sharing: £11.00 per player 3 sharing: £ 8.00 per player 4 sharing £ 6.00 per player

Group Lessons

There are usually no more than eight to ten players per coach, dependent on age and ability; wherever possible tuition is standardised in terms of ability. Costs for lessons are: Pre-Prep School per player: £ 4.00 (20 minutes) £ 6.00 (30 minutes) £ 8.00 (45 minutes) Prep School per player: £ 6.50 (45 minutes) £ 8.75 (1 hr) £13.50 (1½ hrs)

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Judo is a modern Olympic sport invented by a Japanese teacher and is now very popular as a physical education and general fitness training method and fun sport. Amesbury has a long tradition of an exciting and enthusiastic Judo Club. Tuition is provided by a judo black-belt and professional teacher from ProCoach Judo, a company providing a high quality judo service to Amesbury and other schools across the south of England for more than 20 years.

Pre-Prep (Years 1 & 2) Year 1 & 2 Monday 3.45-4.15pm Prep School (Years 3-8) Year 3 & 4 Monday 4.15-5.00pm Years 5-8 Monday 5.00-5.45pm

Reporting Pupils progress is monitored using in-class gradings and this is recorded in the individual pupil’s grade record card. In addition to this system Mr Rance is also available for discussion and feedback on pupil progress. Should you wish to speak to him directly please contact procoachjudo@yahoo.co.uk

Examinations In the sport of judo pupils are graded by coloured belts: white, yellow, orange and so on. As pupils progress within the school judo club Mr Rance will conduct in-class grading assessments to award grades. In order to take part in the grading assessments pupils must have a grade record card (£1.50) from Mr Rance. When pupils are awarded a new grade, a new coloured belt and certificate (£6.50) are also available from Mr Rance.

Additional requirements for tuition All pupils must have a white judo kit, which can be hired from the school at £10.00 per term. Should you wish to hire from the school please contact medical@amesburyschool.co.uk

Fees Payment is required termly and is added to the end of term school bill one term in arrears. Judo tuition is £77.00 per pupil per term.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & GAMES

JUDO Martin Rance B.J.A. Club Coach, 4th Dan Black-Belt

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GOLF Hindhead Golf Club Pro

Golf tuition is available for all pupils in Years 3-8 in the Trinity Term. Lessons are taught by Golf Professionals at Hindhead Golf Club. This is a wonderful introduction to the game of golf with first class tuition from fully qualified teaching professionals at a fraction of the cost of normal one-on-one lessons.

Prep School (Years 3-8) Lesson times are as follows (subject to availability): Monday 5.00-6.00pm & 6.00-7.00pm Friday 5.00-6.00pm & 6.00-7.00pm

Reporting The Golf Professionals welcome communication and are happy to feed back progress upon collection of the pupil at the end of the session.

Examinations There are no examinations. Children have the opportunity to enter the Senior and Junior Amesbury Golf Society Competitions which are held towards the end of the Trinity Term, and to participate in occasional inter-school matches.

Additional requirements for tuition Pupils taking part in golf lessons should arrive at their lesson dressed in School uniform, trainers and waterproof jacket. Golf clubs can be borrowed from the golf course or can be the pupil’s own set.

Fees Payment will be added to the school bill one term in arrears. A minimum number of participants are required for the lessons to take place and there are limited places per session. The cost of these lessons will be confirmed early in the Trinity Term.

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CHESS CLUB Roger Abayasekera

Chess is one of the most powerful educational tools available to

strengthen a child’s mind. Chess enhances concentration, patience, and

perseverance, and develops creativity, intuition and memory. Most

importantly chess improves the ability to analyse and deduce from a set of

general principles and teaches how to make tough decisions and solve

problems flexibly. Learning chess allows pupils to foster critical creative

and original thinking.

Pre-Prep Year 1 & 2 Monday 4.30-5.00pm

Prep School Years 3-8 Monday 5.00-5.45pm

The chess tutor, Roger Abayasekera, has been a chess enthusiast for

over 40 years, during his time as a Physics and Chemistry Teacher. He

has beaten several Grand Masters and represented Scotland in the

Student Olympiad in Venezuela. Roger has now won many local and

international chess tournaments and has Captained the Guildford A

Team.

Pupils will be taught to enjoy chess and to improve at their own pace.

Chess is fun! Opportunities will be made available for matches against

other schools and to play in tournaments. Each year the children enter

the UK Chess Challenge tournament. This is the biggest event of its kind

in the world, with over 70,000 children taking part.

Both Chess groups are limited in numbers: The Pre-Prep group a maximum of 12 pupils and the Prep group a maximum of 20 pupils only. Places are allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. Should a place become available, the pupil who is next on the waiting list will be offered the place.

Fees Payment for Chess Club is required termly and will be added to the school

bill. Lessons are charged at £50.00 for 30 minute lessons and £55.00 for

45 minute lessons per term in arrears.

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ARTS & CRAFTS Mandhi Freeland

Join us for some fun, colour and imagination-stretching arts and crafts! Mandhi Freeland’s background is design orientated with an A level in Art, OND in Art & Design and an HND in Graphic Design. Mandhi has held many design roles over the past years. The emphasis of these lessons is on helping children to apply their imaginations and gain confidence through their creativity with a great assortment of materials, in order to create a fun and unique project. Each week there will be a differently themed craft, and a new skill and media will be taught. At each session a “Craft of the Week” is introduced followed by a demonstration. The children are then let loose on the materials and assisted as they create their craft. The projects will be taken home - the aim always is to make them fun and functional for outside the class as well.

Pre-Prep Year 1 & 2 Thursday 4.00-4.45pm

Prep School Years 3-8 Thursday 5.00-5.45pm Lesson times are subject to availability and there is a maximum number of pupils per group.

Additional requirements for the session There are no additional requirements.

Fees Payment will be added to the school bill one term in arrears. The cost is £7.50 per child per session.

VISUAL & EXPRESSIVE ARTS

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POTTERY WHEEL TUITION Andrea Greenslade

The children will work with an experienced Potter to learn and develop

pottery skills. Throwing on the wheel, painting and glazing their work

and developing an understanding of the firing cycle for their pots.

The sessions are 30 minutes and take place during lunch time and after

school. A maximum of two pupils per session, the pupils do not need to

be same age or gender, however, your son/daughter is welcome to

apply with a buddy. Spaces will be allocated on a first come basis.

Pupils continuing termly will be able to spend more time on the wheel

progressing further with throwing and experimenting with shapes,

adding handles and trying new glazing techniques.

Prep School Years 3-8 Monday 1.00-6.30pm

Additional requirements for the session There are no additional requirements.

Fees Payment will be added to the school bill one term in arrears. The cost is £12.50 per child per session.

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JEWELLERY MAKING GROUP Kerry Tristram

The children will work with specialist materials to develop delicate and unique jewellery pieces. Various projects are covered to help children develop a broad understanding of the craft, as well as a good range of skills. The course consists of 10 sessions per term with a maximum number

of 8 pupils per session/course. Spaces are allocated on a ‘first come,

first served’ basis,

Prep School Years 3-8 Thursday 1.00-1.30pm

Additional requirements for the session There are no additional requirements.

Fees Payment will be added to the school bill one term in arrears. The cost is £50.00 per term based on a course of 10 sessions.

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FASHION & TEXTILE CLUB Claire Munro

Fashion and Textile Club will involve designing and creating clothing, learning a variety of embellishing techniques such as quilting and applique. Pupils will have the opportunity to use a sewing machine and showcase their clothing in an exhibition. The course consists of 10 sessions per term with a maximum number

of 8 pupils per session/course. Spaces are allocated on a ‘first come,

first served’ basis,

Prep School Years 5-8 Mondays 1.30-2.00pm

Additional requirements for the session There are no additional requirements.

Fees Payment will be added to the school bill one term in arrears. The cost is £50.00 per term based on a course of 10 sessions.

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COOKERY SCHOOL Louise Buchanan & Gill Kellett

Cookery Club is operated by the “Great Little Cookery School”. The aim is to teach different techniques and skills encouraging the children to try new foods. Recipes include vegetarian Sushi, pizzas (making and kneading the dough), banana ice cream, fruit crumbles, scones and smoothies. The food they have prepared will be taken home. * If a recipe requires cooking, this will be done at home. Each course will consist of 10 sessions per term with a maximum

number of 10 pupils per session/course. Spaces are allocated on a

‘first come, first served’ basis,

Pre-Prep School Year 2 Wednesdays 3.45-4.30pm

Prep School Year 3 Wednesdays 4.45-5.30pm

Additional requirements for the session There are no additional requirements.

Fees Payment will be added to the school bill one term in arrears. The cost is £95.00 per term based on a course of 10 sessions.

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Senior Science Club This club is to provide young scientists in Years 6-8 with the opportunity to carry out a variety of interesting experiments. The emphasis is on variety and fun. Maximum number of pupils is 10 and places are allocated on a first-come first-served basis.

Time: Monday 1.30-2.10pm Venue: Senior Science Lab Teacher responsible: Jonathan Lawrence

Junior Science Club This club is to provide young scientists in Years 4 & 5 with the opportunity to carry out a variety of interesting experiments. The emphasis is on variety and fun. Maximum number of pupils is 10 and places are allocated on a first-come-first-served basis. Year 4 - Michaelmas & Trinity Terms Year 5 - Lent & Trinity Terms

Time: Monday 1.30-2.00pm Venue: Junior Science Lab Teacher responsible: Paula Potter

Flute Choir Flute Choir is an ensemble of flautists from pre-Grade 1 standard upwards. The repertoire is drawn from classical music to film and musical medleys.

Time: Tuesday 10.30-11.00am Venue: Music Room Teacher responsible: Sarah Craven

Big Band This is the school’s premier ensemble for advanced woodwind and brass players in Years 3-8. It is an invitation only ensem-ble consisting of approximately 12 to 19 musicians. Rehearsal time is heavily weighted to-wards the learning of contemporary styles such as swing, Latin, funk among others. Performing opportunities include Charity Day Concerts and Speech Day.

Time: Monday 1.15-2.00pm Venue: Music Room Teacher responsible: Mark Reynolds

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Chapel Choir An audition only group open to pupils in Years 6-8. Any pupil wishing to audition will be invited to do so at the beginning of the Michaelmas Term. The Chapel Choir have a full programme of commitments and sing at all the major school services including Carol and Easter Services. They tour annually, usually at the conclusion of the Lent Term.

Amesbury Repertory Company (ARC)

The Amesbury Repertory Company (ARC) is an acting group open to talented Year 7 and 8 actors. All Year 7 and 8 pupils are welcome to audition for individual roles. Actors rehearse classic and modern play scenes with performances held throughout the year.

Time: Tuesday & Friday 4.45-5.45pm Venue: PAC Teacher responsible: Anya Phillips

Time: Tuesday 1.00-1.30pm Venue: Chapel Teacher responsible: Mark Reynolds

Time: Thursday 1.00-2.00pm (working lunch)

Venue: Chapel Teacher responsible: Mark Reynolds

Senior Choir This choir is available to all pupils in Years 5-8 who enjoy singing. No audition is required for admission to the choir, although a placement into sections based upon vocal range will be made early in the Lent Term. No prior experience or musical study is assumed for new members of the choir. An intermediate choir with performance opportunities including termly Choral Evensongs, Charity Day Concert, Christmas Events and Harvest Festival.

Junior Choir This group is available to all pupils in Years 3 and 4, offering instruction in reading music, voice production and public performance. Performance opportunities include termly Junior Choral Evensongs and Charity Day Concert.

Time: Tuesday 1.30-2.00pm Venue: Chapel Teacher responsible: Mark Reynolds

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Time: Thursday 5.05-5.45pm Venue: Music Room Teacher responsible: Mark Reynolds

Grade V Theory Class This class is organised to prepare selected pupils in Years 4-8 for Grade V Associated Board of Royal Schools of Church Music Examinations. Pupils are presented for the examination at an appropriate time.

Troupe & Crew Troupe and Crew are two dance groups that require an audition for entry. Any dancer in this group will be involved in performances outside of the school and are the go-to groups if there is a project that requires talented dancers. The dance style is heavily influenced conceptual work, focusing on hip-hop and contemporary. These groups require a special amount of commitment, there are extra rehearsals as we draw nearer to any show, project or competition. It also be noted that we do need to turn down a number of students every year but we do promote a healthy “if you don’t try...” ethos. Commonly the groups range between Years 3–8, comprising of approximately 15 dancers.

Time: Thursday 5.45-7.00pm

Venue: The Chilton Studio Teacher responsible: Erin Norris

String Ensemble

The String group is an ensemble of any string instrument. An invitation only group open to pupils in any year from pre-grade standard upwards.

Time: Friday 10.30-11.00am Venue: Music Room Teacher responsible: Catherine Lett

Athletics Club (TRINITY TERM ONLY)

Giving all pupils in the Prep school (Years 3-8) the chance to supplement their athletics experiences covering both track and field events. Pupils are able to turn up on the day to experience further tuition across a range of athletic disciplines, including hurdles, javelin, long and high jump as well as the track events.

Time: To be confirmed Venue: Sports Field Teachers responsible: Alex Alesbrook, Sarah Page, Grant Rouse

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In order to apply for any Extra-Curricular Activity listed in this booklet, please proceed as follows:

Complete the relevant ECA year form(s) - available from the School Office or

from the School website.

Return to Kim Greenwood in the Admin Office by the Monday of the last

week of term, or as noted in the Calendar.

For any additional information regarding Extra-Curricular Activities please

email extra-curricular@amesburyschool.co.uk or contact Kim Greenwood.

Should your child be unable to attend a lesson due to illness or injury, this lesson must be paid for in full. Where long term illness, for example broken arm/leg, has occurred and the lesson can be sold to another child with agreement by the coach/teacher then no charge will be made.

All pupils will continue Extra-Curricular Activities from term to term, year on year (see below), unless notice to withdraw is given. When withdrawing a pupil from an activity, notice of withdrawal must be given before the first day of the half term holiday in order for payment and lessons to cease on the last day of that term. If notice is given after the first day of the half term holiday, the lessons will continue and payment will be expected until the end of the following term.

Extra-Curricular Activities are deemed a privilege based on the assumption that a child is behaving well in school. Therefore, if a child has behaved poorly and has been awarded a detention, the detention will take precedence and the child will be required to attend the detention. The cost of the missed Extra-Curricular lesson will be the responsibility of the parent, not the school.

APPLICATION PROCESS

WITHDRAWAL PROCESS

INJURY

PUPIL BEHAVIOUR

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NOTES

29 November 2017