Extra-Curricular Activities

Ratcliffe’s extra-curricular programme widens the experiences available to students, gives them the opportunity to try something new and promotes the idea that education continues beyond the classroom. At Ratcliffe we try to offer a variety of activities and we hope that you will support us by encouraging your child to participate in at least one activity per term.

Activities take place at lunchtimes, after school, in the evenings and at weekends. The Second Deputy Head is responsible for the programme. A termly schedule of events is produced, the details of which are circulated to parents at the start of each term, and activities usually begin in the second week of term, although sporting practices start as soon as possible.

A weekend programme of activities is also provided, aimed primarily at boarding students. However, day students are invited to participate in these activities where possible. Details of the weekend programme of activities are also circulated at the start of each term.

This section provides information about life beyond the classroom. It outlines some of the main extra-curricular opportunities that exist for Senior School students. Students are encouraged to develop their interests and abilities outside of the classroom, to take full advantage of the many opportunities on offer. However, it is important for all students to have a balance between their academic life and their extra-curricular activities.

To see a list of activities taking place this academic year, click here.