Extra Curricular Activities

The Importance of Enrichment: Enrichment through extra-curricular activities (ECAs) is a vital component of a well-rounded education. ECAs offer students opportunities to explore new interests, develop skills, and build social connections beyond the classroom. These activities enhance learning by providing practical experiences, promoting teamwork, and fostering creativity and resilience. Participation in ECAs not only enriches the educational experience but also prepares students for future challenges by developing their talents and leadership skills.   

L
earning Clubs and Activity Clubs: We are excited to offer a diverse range of clubs that fall into two main categories: Learning Clubs and Activity Clubs.

Learning Clubs: Learning Clubs focus on academic enrichment and intellectual development. These clubs provide students with opportunities to delve deeper into subjects they are passionate about, support their studies, and develop new skills. 

 

Our Learning Club offerings:

Primary School:

ECA Name

Year Group

MTS Scholars*

Year 6

MTS Scholars*

Year 5

MTS Rockets*

Year 4

MTS Rockets*

Year 3

Learning Skills Club*

Year 6

Learning Skills Club*

Year 5

Learning Skills Club*

Year 4

Learning Skills Club*

Year 3

Learning Skills Club*

Year 2

MTS Newspaper

Year 6

MTS Newspaper

Year 5

MTS Magazine

Year 4

MTS Magazine

Year 3

Creative Writing

Year 2 - 6

*Invite Only

  

Secondary School:

ECA Name

Prep/Senior/Mix

English Literature

Senior

Prep English Intervention

Prep

English Language

Senior

G&T Mentoring Programme

Mix

Careers Advice

Mix

Languages Intervention

Senior

Book club

Mix

Maths Intervention

Senior

Maths Clinic

Prep

UKMT and DMSL Prep

Mix

Business Intervention

Senior

Y11 Chemistry intervention

Senior

Science Homework club

Senior

Science club

Prep

Prep school homework drop in

Prep

A-Level phsyics drop in

Senior

BTEC applied science

Senior

ICT Intervention

Senior

Computer Science Intervention

Senior

Early GCSE entries

Mix

MFL Café / Échange / Intercambio

Mix

French / Spanish Grammar

Senior

Psychology Intervention

Senior

Sociology Intervention

Senior

Art Intervention

Senior

Geography Intervention

Senior

History Intervention

Senior

Activity Clubs:

Activity Clubs emphasize physical activity, creativity, and social engagement. These clubs help students stay active, express themselves artistically, and develop teamwork and social skills. Examples include:

Primary Phase:

ECA Name

Year Group

Coding

Year 6

Robotics

Year 6

Abstract Art

Year 6

School Choir

Year 6

German

Year 6

Enterprise Club

Years 2-6

Cooking

Years 5-6

Construction

Years 3-4

Spanish

Year 5

Non-Cook Cookery

Year 3-4

Computer Club

Year 3-4

Ukelele

Year 4

French

Year 4

Lego Club

Year 2-3

African Drumming

Year 3

IPad Club

Year 2

MTS Postcards

Year 2

Mask Making

Year 2

Just Dance

Year 2

Mandarin

Year 2

 

Secondary Phase:

ECA Name

Prep/Senior/Mix

Student Journalism

Mix

Debating Club

Mix

Run Club

Mix

Anime Club

Mix

Mindfulness by colouring & community

Mix

Mindful Meditation

Senior

Open Boys Fitness

Mix

Open Mixed Volleyball

Mix

Open Mixed Football

Mix

Open Mixed Rugby

Mix

Open Mixed Handball

Mix

Open Sports Nutrition

Mix

Ju-Jitsu

Mix

Lacrosse

Mix

Boxing

Mix

Open Girls Netball

Mix

Open Mixed Badminton

Mix

Open Mixed Football

Mix

Open Mixed Rounders

Mix

World Scholar's Cup

Mix

Suduko/ Logic Puzzles Club

Mix

Board games

Senior

Chess Club

Mix

Crochet

Mix

Secondary Ukelele

Prep

Secondary Dance.

Mix

Secondary Cheerleading.

Mix

Theatre Fun

Mix

Public Speaking

Mix

Film Club

Senior

Musical Theatre

Mix

Claymation

Prep

Seconday Choir

Mix

DECA Club

Senior

Extreem Environment Explorers

Prep

World Scholar's Cup

Mix

Student Debate Club (Student Led)

Mix

Girl-Up (Student Led)

Mix

 

ESM (Paid Clubs) 

In addition to our regular clubs, we offer a selection of paid clubs through our partnership with ESM. These clubs provide specialized activities and expert coaching for students seeking proviusion outside of that the school can offer. Please find our ESM Clubs below:

ESM Club Name

Age Range

Multisport

FS1 to FS2

Parkour

Y1-Y5

Fine Art

Y1-Y13

Artistic Gymnastics

FS1-Y6

Science and Experiments

Y1-Y9

Kung Fu

Y1-Y6

Football

FS1-Y6

Chess

Y1-Y7

Engineering For Kids

Y1-Y9

Tennis

FS1-Y6

Karate

Y1-Y8

STEM – Robotics and Coding

Y1-Y11

Basketball

Y1-Y8

Badminton

Y1-Y3

Ballet

Y1-Y9

Dance

FS1-FS2

 

Participating in ECAs is a fantastic way for students to enhance their school experience, discover new passions, and develop essential life skills. We encourage all students to explore the clubs available and make the most of these enriching opportunities.

 

Sports

At GEMS Metropole we are committed to providing our pupils the foundations of a healthy lifestyle. Within each year group units of study include: Athletics, Invasion Games, Net & Ball Games, Striking & Fielding Games, Gymnastics, Dance and Outdoor pursuits.  

School swimming lessons take place in our large outdoor pool. The aim is to provide a fun water based alternative physical activity while developing water confidence, stroke technique and an understanding of water safety.

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