Boys from Years 7 and 8 were able to explore the huge and diverse range of extra-curricular activities available to them at QE’s Clubs & Societies Fair.
Whether pupil or staff-led, the societies used their stalls to seek new members: boys were encouraged to join at least three different clubs.
Among those showcased at the annual fair were ‘History Raiders’ and ‘Geo-explorers’, as well as religious societies and groups focusing on areas such as engineering, robotics, language games, wildlife photography and 3D printing.
Many of the clubs and societies provide opportunities for the boys to mix with others from different year groups.
Rebecca Grundy, Head of Extra-curricular Enrichment, said: “There is huge scope for boys to get involved, find new interests, hone their skills and eventually run societies of their own. A significant proportion of the clubs are run by the boys, giving them valuable experience in leadership, organisation and teamwork.”
These clubs and societies are in addition to those extra-curricular activities the School offers in sport, music, drama and public speaking. In addition, QE often works with outside organisations, either to provide specialist expertise in school sports such as water polo, or to offer wider opportunities, such as circus skills.
“What goes on beyond the classroom is of equal importance is and key to developing the rounded young men we seek to produce,” said Miss Grundy.