Clubs

Our enrichment programme enables our students to develop and deepen existing interests, or stoke their passion for something new. Each of our clubs supports in the development of our key Christian values.

With around fifty different enrichment clubs available, there is plenty to choose from, and certainly something for everyone’s interests.

Years 7-9 participate in a selection of compulsory enrichment activities every Wednesday from 3-3.50pm. Students from all year groups also have the choice of participating in optional activities throughout the school week. 

To help you to decide what new and exciting opportunities you would like to participate in, here are the different categories of enrichment we have available for you this term and the values you can demonstrate:

• Our World – Be Kind
• Sport and Games – Aim High
• Cerebral – Keep Learning
• Creative Arts – Be Brave

We have close relationships with a number of external providers with whom we work to provide enriching experiences for our students. Ranging from universities such as Oxford, Cambridge and Imperial to internationally recognised names such as the BBC and KPMG, our enrichment programme ensures all students are able to encounter a range of experiences.

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Our sport and games enrichment enables students to try their hand at new sports or fitness programmes, whilst allowing our keenest sports people to develop their performance.

Students are able to improve their leadership skills through their positions as role models to other students, and as leaders within teams, whilst also developing the faith and trust necessary to work as part of a successful team.

Pupils will require their BDA PE kit for all clubs before and after school.

Many students will be elected to represent the school in sporting fixtures. You will be contacted separately by the PE department should this be the case.

Our “creative arts” enrichment clubs encompass a range of individual and group based activities which enable Burlington Danes’ students to flourish through the self-expression provided by the arts. Students who participate in the creative arts, show courage through their willingness to take on big challenges, and great resilience in working hard to perfect their craft.

These students display our ‘be kind’ value through supporting each other. We are fortunate to have such a large number of talented artists, and are proud that our students are able to share their talent in a wide array of showcases and performances.

Intervention and homework help sessions are available in most subjects. Yr11 and Yr13 students will also have a formal programme of intervention based on their current data. Students will be given a personalised intervention timetable. This will support students to prepare for exams and future pathways.

We also provide the library for students to complete homework and enjoy a calm space to read. KS5 students can use the study space in the Dennis Potter building.

• Craft club - Spend time crafting some masterpieces
• Walking club - Explore the beauty of our local area
• Origami Club - Discover the ancient art of paper folding
• Creative writing - Learn to write fun and creative stories
• Nature club - Look after hedgehogs, birds, plants and much more
• Clay club - Create some clay masterpieces
• Drama club - Develop your confidence and perform a variety of pieces
• Chess club - Become a chess expert
• Book club - Read and discuss different and interesting books
• Film club - Watch and critique your favourite films
• Kritikos - Be ready to debate controversial and interesting topics
• Guitar club - Learn to how rock out on the guitar
• Cross stitching club - Cross stitch clothing or items of your choice
• Maths club - Develop your maths skill and make maths fun!
• Year 7 & 8 boys football - Become a football expert
• KS3 boxing - Learn to be the best boxer
• Year 7 Netball - Work as a team to win the game

EnergyKidz Extended School Clubs will be running at our School this Summer Term!

Energy Kidz is a leading provider of out of school childcare for primary school aged children, offering fun and affordable childcare delivered in a safe and supervised environment. Children can try a range of activities including arts and crafts, sports, or just chill out and enjoy the variety of toys and games available. 

All prices and timings are on their website.

Every Monday we run the following clubs for our primary pupils:

• Lego Club
• Singing Club
• Art Club
• Film Club
• Board Game Club

Each half-term we send a letter home with the details to sign up. Please contact primaryoffice@burlingtondanes.org with any queries.

Breakfast Club is run daily from 7.30am - 8:15am. There is a cost of £2 per session if you would like to attend breakfast club from 7.30am - 8am. 

We offer a free breakfast for all our primary school students from 8am onwards.

The breakfast options include: a selection of cereal with milk, toast/bagel (with butter, jam or marmalade) and fresh fruit.

Milk, water and fruit squash are available for children to drink.

All payments for breakfast club are to be made in advance via ParentPay of the days you wish your child to attend.