Sixth Form Overview
Learning should not be limited to the classroom; learning outside of the classroom helps pupils to develop their enthusiasm for the subject, personal confidence and relationships with their classmates and their teachers.
Extra-curricular trips are used to reinforce both the pastoral and academic provision at Arnold Lodge, as we take our pupils out into the real world to help them experience the curriculum in a tangible way and to support their growing independence and self-confidence.
Extra-curricular clubs are also offered during lunch times and after school from 4.15pm to 5:00pm each day, to help children to develop their passions and skills.
If your child has an interest that you don’t think we cater for, we will do our best to set it up and cater for everyone's interests.
Most clubs can be accessed free of charge, or for a nominal fee to cover the cost of materials, there is only an extra charge if a specialist outside instructor is brought in.
For more information on our lunchtime and after school clubs please contact Mr Thomas:
Please see the ExEn timetable for this term for more information about our extra-curricular activities.
Find out more information about our available clubs below.
Board Games (Y7-9)
Come and try some new board games with your friends!
Careers Drop-In (Y10-13)
Targeted careers support, including seminars, advice and a CV clinic.
Creative Writing (Y7-13)
Opportunity to support students through a range of story writing competitions.
Chess Club (Y7-13)
Introducing pupils to the game of chess, teaching piece movement, basic rules, and key strategies such as planning, tactics, and checkmate patterns. Pupils will develop concentration, problem-solving, patience, and logical thinking through practice games and friendly competitions.
Debating Society (Y7-11)
Pupils are given the opportunity to debate various current affairs topics and some of life’s big questions. More competitions are in order!
Duke of Edinburgh (Y9-13)
Regular meetings to work on camp craft, navigation skills and route planning.
Dungeons & Dragons (Y7-11)
Join our after-school Dungeons & Dragons Club and embark on exciting adventures in imaginative fantasy worlds. Pupils will develop creativity, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills as they create characters, tell stories, and work together to overcome challenges.
Extended Level Maths (Y11)
Extra maths for selected pupils in Year 11 to continue with their extended maths qualification.
Film Club (Y7-13)
Students watch short clips/trailers, discuss how films work, then create their own film ideas, posters, scenes, trailers or reviews.
Football (Y7-9)
Join our after-school football club to develop skills, improve fitness, and enjoy the game with friends. Pupils will build teamwork, confidence, and sportsmanship through training activities and friendly matches.
History Film Club (Y7-13)
Extend your knowledge of history by watching films connected to the history curriculum. Then discuss how historically accurate these films are.
Horrible Histories (Y5-8)
Pupils will watch different episodes of Horrible Histories and then choose a topic or person that they will research.
Karate (Y3-11)
The Karate Club introduces pupils to the fundamentals of martial arts, including basic stances, punches, kicks, blocks, and movement patterns (kata). Children will develop discipline, focus, coordination, and respect while improving fitness, confidence, and control through structured practice and progressive skill development.
Knitting (Y5-9)
Join our after-school knitting club to learn the basics of knitting and create a range of fun projects. Pupils will develop creativity, concentration, and fine motor skills while building confidence and enjoying a relaxing new hobby.
NEAs (Y11)
Opportunities for pupils to continue their non-examined assessments in various subjects.
Netball (Y7-11)
Join our after-school netball club to develop skills, improve fitness, and enjoy the game with friends. Pupils will learn different positions, understand basic tactics, and build teamwork and confidence through training activities and friendly matches.
Oil Painting (Y7-13)
Explore the art of oil painting in a relaxed and creative environment. Open to students in Years 7–13, this club offers the chance to develop painting techniques, experiment with colour and texture and create original artworks.
Play Rehearsals (Y7-13)
Be part of the ALS 2027 School Play and help bring the production to life. Open to cast members after the audition period, rehearsals provide the opportunity to develop acting and performance skills while working together to create an exciting and memorable show.
Reading Ambassadors (Y7-13)
An opportunity for passionate readers to develop reading in the school, with a focus on sharing great books, hosting the library and leading on reading initiatives.
Robotics (Y7-11)
VEX Robotics is a competition based club whereby pupils will work with their team to build and code a robot for the yearly VEX competition! The competition requires pupils to design, build and test a robot that meets competition requirements. In VEX Robotics, pupils not only learn block based coding, but also develop their critical thinking skills and resilience. Once pupils have built and coded their robot, they will be eligible to enter regional competitions at schools across the country, from which they need to compete and earn points to get through to Nationals and Worlds (held in the USA!).
Senior Chefs (Y7-11)
Senior Chefs builds confidence and independence in the kitchen through a range of sweet and savoury dishes from around the world, while encouraging students to develop advanced skills and prepare for opportunities such as the FutureChef competition.
Senior Choir (Y7-13)
Join our Senior Choir and enjoy singing a wide range of music in a supportive and welcoming environment. Open to senior school pupils, the choir offers opportunities to develop vocal technique, build confidence, and perform at concerts, school events, and special occasions throughout the year.
Senior Design (Y7-11)
In Senior Design Club we use our problem-solving skills to design, engineer and compete with simple electronic machines, including battle robots, R/C cars and spinning tops. This teaches various skills such as design drawings, model-making, circuitry and electronics, and simple engineering skills.
Set Design (Y7-11)
Get involved behind the scenes of the school play by joining our Set Design Club. Open to students in Years 7–11, this club offers the chance to develop creative and practical skills while helping to design, build, and paint the scenery that brings the production to life.
Senior Fencing (Y7-13)
Join our after-school fencing club to learn the basics of this fast-paced and engaging sport. Pupils will build teamwork, discipline, and quick-thinking skills while developing technique and enjoying friendly competition.
Senior Orchestra (Y4-13)
Join our Senior Orchestra and enjoy making music as part of an ensemble. Open to pupils Grade 1 standard and above on an orchestral instrument, this welcoming group provides the opportunity to develop performance skills, build confidence, and rehearse a varied repertoire for concerts and school events.
Senior Textiles (Y7-13)
Help bring the school play to life through costume and textile design. Open to students in Years 7–13, this club provides a welcoming environment to learn sewing techniques, develop creative skills, and contribute to the production through hands-on textile projects.
Spanish Festivals and Food (Y7-9)
An opportunity to find out more about different Spanish festivals and try some tasty Spanish cuisine.
Subject Clinics
Drop-in sessions for pupils to get support with specific subjects.
Uno Club (Y7-9)
Join the UNO Club, where lunch break becomes a fast-paced adventure! Challenge friends, learn clever strategies, and enjoy plenty of laughs as the cards fly.
Warhammer Club (Y7-13)
The Warhammer Club introduces pupils to the hobby of tabletop wargaming, including model building, painting, and learning the basics of gameplay and strategy. Children will develop creativity, patience, and problem-solving while designing armies and taking part in friendly, turn-based battles.
Young Enterprise Club
Learn about how businesses are created and start working on your own business plan, working in line with the Young Enterprise Award.