Club & Societies at School

Co-Curricular Activities Booklet

Spring Term 2025

Welcome to Merchant Taylors’ School Co -Curricular Activities Booklet!

In this booklet, you will find information on all the co-curricular activities on offer for the Autumn Term at MTS. They are listed alphabetically but the index page also lets you know which activities are available to which year groups – if it is not specified, the activity is available to ALL students. The year groups are labelled as Years 7 to 13, which in MTS ‘language’ is as follows:

• Year 7 – 3 rd Form • Year 8 – U3rd Form • Year 9 – 4 th Form • Year 10 – Divisions • Year 11 – 5 th Form • Year 12 – L6 th Form • Year 13 – U6 th Form

There are always so many things going on at MTS – we want you all to find your niche and get involved in a variety of activities during your time here. Not only is there sport on Saturdays and Outdoor Education on Fridays and Sundays, but there are also activities happening every lunchtime of the week and most days after school as well. If you have any queries about any of the activities, please contact the staff member who is listed as the ‘Lead Staff/Contact’ in the booklet and they will be happy to give you more information. If you wish to start up your own club, please speak to Mr Greenaway or Miss Trafford who will be able to help you. Most importantly, get involved! You will learn new things, make new friends and have new, interesting and exciting experiences along the way!

The Co-Curricular Programme aims to:

• Support the development of well-rounded, interesting pupils and promote honesty, diversity, hard work, confidence, loyalty, leadership, self-esteem, service and enjoyment; • Help pupils make memories and forge friendships for life; • Provide a breadth and balance of activities.

Index

If not specified, the activity is open to ALL year groups.

• Alfred Marshall Politics and Economics Society (Years 11-13) • Arkwright Scholars (Year 11) • Art Café (Years 7-9) • Art Scholars • Asian Society • Athletic Development • Badminton • Junior Basketball Club (Years 7-9) • Senior Basketball Club (Years 10-13) • MTS Big Band • Book Boffz (Years 7-8) • Carnegie Club (Years 7-9) • CCF (Years 10-13) • Chamber Choir • Chamber Music • Chamber Orchestra • Charity Drive (Years 11-13) • Chemistry Clinic (Years 7-11) • Junior Chemistry Club (Years 7-8) • Upper School Chemistry Clinic (Years 12-13) • Chess Club • MTS Choir (Full) • Choir – Tenors and Basses (Sectional Rehearsal) • Choir – Trebles and Altos (Sectional Rehearsal) (Years 7-10) • CityZen ‘Build Your World’ (Year 12) • Classics Clinic (Years 7-11) • Junior Classics Club (Years 7-8) • Senior Classics Lecture Group (Years 10-13) • Code Club (Years 7-11) • Composition Clinic (Year 11) • Computing Competitions • Concert Band • Cricket: Years 7 and 8 Batting Group (Years 7-8) • Cricket: Years 9 and 10 Batting Group (Years 9-10) • Cricket: Senior Batting Group (Years 11-13) • Cricket: Junior Fast Bowling Academy (Years 7-9) • Cricket: Senior Fast Bowling Academy (Years 10-13) • Cricket: Spin Bowling Academy • Cricket: Years 7 and 8 Club (Years 7-8) • Cricket: Years 9 and 10 Club (Years 9-10) • Cricket: Years 7 and 8 Performance Squad (Years 7-8) • Cricket: Year 9 Performance Squad (Year 9) • Cricket: Year 10 Performance Squad (Year 10)

Cricket: Senior Training (Years 11-13)

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Debating Society

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The Dependent (Years 10-13) Design Engineering Society DET Open Workshop (Years 10-13)

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DET Scholars Dissection Club

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Dixieland Band (Years 10-13)

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• Drama Technical Theatre Club (Years 9-12) • Drama: Junior Play – Seasons of Shakespeare (Years 7-9) • Drama: Devised and Scripted Rehearsals (Years 10-11) • Duke of Edinburgh (Years 10-12) • Electronics Club (Year 9) • Equestrian (Years 7-9) • Finance Society (Years 11-13) • Formula 1 Club • Fourths, Divisions and Fifths Reading Group (Years 9-11) • French Film Club (Years 7-11) • Senior Geography Society (Years 11-13) • Guitar Ensemble • The Herrick (English Lit Society) (Years 10-13) • Junior History Club (Years 7-9) • Hockey Training (Open) • Jewish Society (JSoc) • Jummah/Friday Prayer • Kayak Rolling Club • Law Society (Years 10-13) • Lego Club (Years 7-8) • LGBTQ+ Meetup • Life Drawing (Years 11-13) • Magic: The Gathering Club • Maths Clinic • Junior Maths Club (Years 7-9) • Senior Maths Club (Years 9-12) • Motorsport Club (Years 11-13) • MUN (Model United Nations) • Music: Aural Training Class • Music Theory Club • Panglossia Club (Years 10-13) • Percussion Ensemble • Phab Club (Years 12-13) • Philosophy Discussion Society (Phil Soc) (Years 10-13) • The Philosopher’s World (Years 7 -9) • Photography Team • Physics Forum • Politics Society (formerly Hansard Society) (Years 7-11)

Recorder Consort (Years 10-13)

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Rowing Club Rubik’s Cube

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• Rugby: Enhanced Provision Group (Years 9-10) • Rugby: Scrum Half Club • Rugby: U15 7s Training (Year 10) • Run MTS • Russian Language and Culture (Years 9-12) • Saxophone Ensemble • Senior Science Society (Years 11-13) • Sinfonia • Spanish Clinic (Years 9-13) • Storytelling (Years 7-9) • Strategy Board Games Club • String Quartet • Subbuteo • Symphony Orchestra • Table Tennis Club • Taylors’ Brass • Junior Tennis Club (Years 7-9) • Trignite (Christian Society) • Tycoon (Year 10) • Vegetarian Society • Vex IQRC (Years 8-9) • Vex V5RC (Years 10-13) • Warhammer Club • White Water Kayaking (Years 10-13) • Wind Band • Wind Quintet • Young Enterprise (Year 12) • Young Reporter (Year 10 and Year 12)

Alfred Marshall Politics and Economics Society

This club is designed to broaden your understanding of Politics and Economics beyond the classroom. With talks – by students, staff and external speakers – debates, and discussions of current issues, there is something to suit everyone! And it should help cement or stretch ideas learned in the classroom.

Year Group(s) : Years 11-13;

Time : Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Fortnightly (Week B);

Location : EP55

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Martin and Mrs Rochow

Arkwright Scholars Club

An Arkwright Engineering Scholarship is the most esteemed scholarship of its type in the UK, designed to inspire students to pursue their dreams and change the world as an outstanding engineer of the future. The Scholarships are awarded to hard-working 16-year-old students through a rigorous selection process. Scholarships are sponsored by a commercial company, trade association, university, professional institution, armed service, government organisation, worshipful company, charitable trust or personal donor. This means that support is offered in various different ways, for example, valuable hands-on work experience, support for your curriculum project and a personal mentor who can help you with aspects of your studies and career planning. The Arkwright Scholars Club provides support for Arkwright Scholars' curriculum project and a mentorship to help with aspects of their studies and career planning.

Year Group(s) : Year 11;

Time : Monday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Design Studio 1

Lead Staff/Contact : Ms Park

Art Cafe (Invite Only)

A club to get your creative juices flowing! Learn skills and get involved in various creative projects, many of which will be displayed around the school.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-9;

Time : Monday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : FF6

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Cataldo and Mrs Speker

Art Scholars

Mandatory meeting for all art scholars. We will be discussing ideas, learning techniques and working on creative projects around the school. Art Scholars only may attend.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Thursday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Fortnightly (Week B);

Location : AD90

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Cataldo

Asian Society

A platform for students to discuss and learn about South and East Asia. Topics will vary each week and will include topics such as: music, film, history, food, politics, key figures, landmarks etc. Each week will be different. We encourage everyone to attend and partake in the discussions and debates held every Thursday in PY17 during the hour. It will be fun!

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Thursday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : PY17

Lead Staff/Contact : Miss Chakraborty

Athletic Development

All these sessions are pre-prescribed training. Lunch sessions on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays are open to all (first come first serve). Any lunch session is free training.

• For Years 9 and 10, this runs on Monday and Wednesday before school. • For Years 7 and 8, this runs on Tuesday before school. • For Years 11 to 13, this runs on Tuesday after school and Thursday before school.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Every MORNING; Every LUNCH; Tuesday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : School Gym

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Bruce

Badminton Club

Badminton Club is open for anyone who wants to improve their game. A qualified and experienced coach will be leading the session. Years 9 and above can attend in Week A; Years 7 8 in Week B.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Sports Hall

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Adams (external coach)

Junior Basketball Club

A fun basketball club open to all boys in the Lower School. Play against other basketball enthusiasts in small sided games, skills challenges, shooting competitions and much more. All abilities and experience are welcome. Trainers must be worn in the sports hall! Those in school shoes will not be allowed to take part. PE kit is optional.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-9;

Time : Thursday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Sports Hall

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Richardson

Senior Basketball Club

Basketball training for regular fixtures. There will be a trial on 23rd September and the first session will begin on 30th September.

Year Group(s) : Years 10-13;

Time : Monday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Indoor Games Hall

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Oey

MTS Big Band

The Merchant Taylors' Big Band is a 17-piece jazz band which performs big-band charts in a variety of styles including jazz standards, swing, bop, fusions, and arrangements of popular music for jazz band. Coached by one of the Visiting Music Teachers who is a vastly experienced jazz performer and recording artist himself, the Big Band performs in the major concerts as well as the annual Jazz Night in the summer term. Open to trumpeters, trombonists, and sax players, with a piano, bass, drum and percussion rhythm section.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Monday MORNING;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Recital Hall

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Gathercole

Book Boffz

Games, quizzes and activities all connected to books and reading. You don’t have to be a record breaking reader to join in; just enjoy having fun with like-minded people, sharing views and ideas. And eating biscuits!

Year Group(s) : Years 7-8;

Time : Friday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Library

Lead Staff/Contact : Mrs South and Mr Robinson

Carnegie Club

Club members read, review and discuss books shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal, awarded for what is judged to be the outstanding book of the year for children or young adults. A great way to discover new authors and be guaranteed quality reads. Books and biscuits provided.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-9;

Time : Monday LUNCH (starting on 20 th January, tbc);

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Junior Library

Lead Staff/Contact : Miss Fitzpatrick and Mrs South

CCF

The Combined Cadet Force (CCF) provides a disciplined organisation within the school which enables pupils to develop powers of leadership by means of training to promote the qualities of responsibility, self-reliance, resourcefulness, endurance and perserverance. The Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force sections offer a broad range of challenging, exciting, adventurous and educational activities.

Year Group(s) : Years 10-13

Time : Friday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Parade Square/Main Quad

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Firestone and Mr Anderson

Chamber Choir

A small choir made up of the very best singers from the Full School Choir. As well as performing in school concerts, we also sing at venues in London and the south-east, as well as singing Choral Evensong in cathedrals. In Summer 2024 we sang at Guildford Cathedral and University College Oxford. Next Summer we will be going on tour to Paris and the Rhineland. Membership is by invitation only.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Thursday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Recital Hall

Lead Staff/Contact : Mrs Stubbs

Chamber Music

A chamber music ensemble for advanced players, by invitation only. Recent repertoire has included Shostakovich’s String Quartet No. 7, Ravel’s Piano Trio, Haydn’s ‘Emperor’ String Quartet and Poulenc’s Trio for Violin, Clarinet and Piano.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Thursday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : MU82 (the 'Music Classroom')

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Coudridge

Chamber Orchestra

Chamber Orchestra is for the most advanced orchestral string players at School, occasionally augmented by senior wind or brass players as required. Chamber concertos, suites, serenades and string orchestra repertoire from a huge canon of works composed over the last 300 years are performed at major concerts each term, including the Autumn Concert and the Merchant Taylors' Hall Concert. Membership of the Chamber Orchestra is by invitation only. Rehearsals start on Monday 9th September.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Monday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : MU82 (the 'Music 'Classroom')

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Couldridge

Charity Drive

This is a group of 20-30 students from Years 11-13 that meet weekly to discuss and organise events to raise money for a range of different charities. Some of the events include the Non Uniform days, Sleep Out, 24 hours of Music. There is a short application and interview process that every student has to go through. We are looking for some new faces to help run the events and bring some new ideas for fundraising.

Year Group(s) : Years 11-13;

Time : Tuesday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : EP54

Lead Staff/Contact : Mrs Hall

Chemistry Clinic

Drop-in sessions for help with Chemistry.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-11;

Time : Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : CH47

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Talboys and Dr Lomas

Junior Chemistry Club

An opportunity for 3rds and U3rds to investigate new and interesting experiments, with plenty of colours, flames, explosions and fun! New this year, we will also be giving students the opportunity to gain an externally recognised award through the Crest Scheme by completing a Chemistry-related project.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-8;

Time : Monday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : CH45

Lead Staff/Contact : Dr Lohr and Mr Vernice

Upper School Chemistry Clinic

A drop-in session for any students requiring extra help with the Sixth Form Chemistry material they are covering in lessons.

Year Group(s) : Years 12-13;

Time : Monday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : CH48

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Hughes and Mrs Knight

Chess Club

Play (for fun and with friends); compete (in a competition or in a school league); learn (how to play or improve); enjoy.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : EN34

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Robinson

MTS Choir (Full)

A large-scale choir (over 100 singers) of each voice type - treble, alto, tenor, and bass. We perform in concerts each term as well as the Christmas Carol Service. In the Spring Term we sing in a Joint Concert with choirs from St Helen's School, St John's School, and Merchant Taylors' Prep. No audition required - all welcome.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Recital Hall

Lead Staff/Contact : Mrs Stubbs

Choir - Tenors and Basses (Sectional Rehearsal)

A sectional rehearsal for the Tenors and Basses of the Full Choir. We learn the notes of the music to be sung with the Trebles and Altos, as well as singing our own bespoke repertoire. We perform in termly concerts as well as the Christmas Carol Service. No audition - all welcome.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Wednesday MORNING;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Recital Hall

Lead Staff/Contact : Mrs Stubbs

Choir - Trebles and Altos (Sectional Rehearsal)

A sectional rehearsal for the Trebles and Altos of the Full Choir. We learn the notes of the music to be sung with the Tenors and Basses, as well as singing our own bespoke repertoire. We perform in termly concerts as well as the Christmas Carol Service. No audition - all welcome.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-10;

Time : Thursday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Recital Hall

Lead Staff/Contact : Mrs Stubbs

CityZen 'Build Your World' (Year 12)

This is a competition run by the Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE). It has 2 components:

1) a digital game responding to civil engineering challenges played over 4-6 one-hour sessions; 2) A creative video project for teams to pitch their idea of how civil engineering could be used to improve their local environment. It runs in the autumn and spring terms and provides an insight into the world of civil and structural engineering and urban development. We will have industry mentors from a global structural design engineering consultancy. This is an opportunity to develop teamwork, critical thinking, communication and problem-solving skills in a competition to win substantial cash prizes. Ideal for those who want to find out about these types of engineering or urban development.

Year Group(s) : Year 12;

Time : Thursday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : tbc

Lead Staff/Contact : Ms Grice

Classics Clinic

Support for lower and middle school students with Latin, Greek and Classical Civilisation.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-11;

Time : Monday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : CL81

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Bull

Junior Classics Club

For all those interested in broadening their Classical horizons through Ancient art, myth, drama, and cinema.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-8;

Time : Thursday LUNCH;

Frequency : Fortnightly (Week B);

Location : CL70

Lead Staff/Contact : Ms Cebon

Senior Classics Lecture Group

An informal fortnightly presentation delivered by a student or teacher on an area of the Classical world either adjacent to or entirely beyond the syllabus. Followed by a Q&A, and allowing for seminar-style discussions, the Group is open to both Classicists and non-Classicists alike.

Year Group(s) : Years 10-13;

Time : Thursday LUNCH;

Frequency : Fortnightly (Week A);

Location : CL83

Lead Staff/Contact : Miss Binji

Code Club

An after-school club for boys to develop their programming techniques and ability to solve problems using code. Tuesdays are for the Lower School (Years 7-9); Thursdays are for the Middle School (Years 10-11).

Year Group(s) : Years 7-11;

Time : Tuesday AFTER SCHOOL; Thursday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Co50

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Feleppa

Composition Clinic

A clinic for GCSE music composers. The Tom Isaacs Room will be open and GCSE music pupils will be able to work on their coursework. On Wednesdays, this room will be available from 4-5.40pm.

Year Group(s) : Year 11;

Time : Monday LUNCH; Wednesday AFTER SCHOOL; Thursday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Tom Isaacs Room

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Tonks

Computing Competitions

A chance to prepare and compete in a variety of Computing competitions such as the Information Technologist’s Hackathon, Perse Coding Competition and CyberCenturion.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Thursday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Co50

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Williams

Concert Band

The School's flagship ensemble for wind, brass, and percussion players, which plays varied repertoire for intermediate to advanced musicians. We will develop our playing on a weekly basis through listening and tuning exercises, as well as practising key skills like sight-reading. A must for anyone aiming to take a higher grade on their instrument. All players should be Grade 6 or above.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Tuesday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Recital Hall

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Tonks

Cricket: Years 7 and 8 Batting Group

A specific batting coaching session for Year 7 and Year 8 batters.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-8;

Time : Tuesday MORNING;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Julian Hill Indoor Cricket Centre

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr De Weymarn and Mr Richardson

Cricket: Years 9 and 10 Batting Group

A small group session specifically aimed at batting performance. The coaching sessions will be led by Mr Hughes.

Year Group(s) : Years 9-10;

Time : Thursday MORNING;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Julian Hill Indoor Cricket Centre

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Hughes

Cricket: Senior Batting Group

Small group coaching for batting led by Director of Cricket, Mr McGowan.

Year Group(s) : Years 11-13;

Time : Monday MORNING;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Julian Hill Indoor Cricket Centre

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr McGowan

Cricket: Junior Fast Bowling Academy

A small group session focusing specifically on the craft of fast bowling, led by external cricket coach Mr Sanghera. Mr Sanghera also leads our Senior fast bowling group sessions on a Friday morning.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-9;

Time : Wednesday MORNING;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Julian Hill Indoor Cricket Centre

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Sanghera

Cricket: Senior Fast Bowling Academy

A small group session specifically focusing on the skill of fast bowling. The sessions will be led by Mr Sanghera and Mr Evans.

Year Group(s) : Years 10-13;

Time : Friday MORNING;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Julian Hill Indoor Cricket Centre

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Sanghera and Mr Evans

Cricket: Spin Bowling Academy

A specific coaching session targeting aspiring spin bowlers. The session is very popular and is led by OMT and former professional cricketer Ravi Patel and Mr Davies.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Julian Hill Indoor Cricket Centre

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Davies and Mr Patel

Cricket: Years 7 and 8 Club

This cricket club is for all aspiring Year 7 and 8 cricketers, not already selected to attend the performance cricket session after school on Tuesday. This session will be coached by Mr Richardson and an external professional cricket coach.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-8;

Time : Monday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Julian Hill Indoor Cricket Centre

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Richardson

Cricket: Years 9 and 10 Club

A cricket club for all aspiring Year 9 and 10 students. This session will be led by OMT and ex professional cricketer for Middlesex CCC, Ravi Patel, and Director of Sport, Mr Roots.

Year Group(s) : Years 9-10;

Time : Thursday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Julian Hill Indoor Cricket Centre

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Patel and Mr Roots

Cricket: Years 7 and 8 Performance Squad

A selective session for Years 7 and 8 cricketers, playing County, Regional, Borough or A Team Cricket. Aspiring players, showing particular promise and dedication on a Monday lunchtime will be invited into this group as the term progresses. The session will be led by external professional coach, Mr Barrell and Middlesex CCC pathway coach Mr Patel.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-8;

Time : Tuesday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Julian Hill Indoor Cricket Centre

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Barrell

Cricket: Year 9 Performance Squad

This session is aimed at aspiring Year 9 cricketers, wanting to play A/B team cricket this summer. This session will be led by Director of Cricket, Mr McGowan.

Year Group(s) : Year 9;

Time : Friday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Julian Hill Indoor Cricket Centre

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr McGowan

Cricket: Year 10 Performance Squad

This session is aimed at aspiring County, Regional, Borough, Area or A-Team cricketers looking at improving their skills this winter. The sessions will be led by Mr Hughes and Mr Roots as well as external professional cricket coach Mr Galloway.

Year Group(s) : Year 10;

Time : Thursday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Julian Hill Indoor Cricket Centre

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Hughes, Mr Roots and Mr Galloway

Cricket: Senior Training

A session after Games for all aspiring senior cricketers in Years 11, 12 and 13. The session will be led by experienced external professional cricket coach Mr Galloway.

Year Group(s) : Years 11-13;

Time : Wednesday After Games;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Julian Hill Indoor Cricket Centre

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Galloway

Debating Society

The School's Debating Society which meets weekly to host debates and to prepare for participation in external debating competitions.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Thursday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : HY2.52

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Hoyle

The Dependent

The Dependent is the school's satirical magazine: think Private Eye, the Daily Mash or TV programmes like Have I Got News for You or Mock the Week. Last year's editions featured articles about 24 Hours of Music, Roadman to Sprezzatura and the chaplain's assemblies, to name a few! There is a preliminary meeting towards the end of the first half-term of each term, which then gives you time to write a piece ready for publication near the end of each term. The first meeting this term will be w/c 10 th February! Look out for further details in the weekly bulletin or speak to Mrs Shockley or Miss Trafford.

Year Group(s) : Years 10-13;

Time : The Quarter;

Frequency : Termly;

Location : EN35

Lead Staff/Contact : Miss Trafford and Mrs Shockley

Design Engineering Society

Student-led society organising talks about Engineering-related topics of interest. This is especially great for Sixth Form students aspiring to study Engineering at University.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Fortnightly (Week B);

Location : Design Studio 1

Lead Staff/Contact : Ms Park

DET Open Workshop

Fifths and Upper Sixths students have the opportunity to use the workshops to work on their Non-Examined Assessment (NEA) coursework with the support of DET staff. Other GCSE and A-Level students are welcome to come and catch up on their current curriculum projects or discuss personal projects. Please note that there will is a maximum of 60 spaces available per session with priority given to Fifths and Upper Sixth students.

Year Group(s) : Years 10-13;

Time : Tuesday LUNCH; Tuesday AFTER SCHOOL; Thursday LUNCH; Thursday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Workshops 2, 4 and 5

Lead Staff/Contact : DET Staff

DET Scholars' Club

DET scholars will have an opportunity to use the workshop to work on a variety of Engineering projects to extend their DET experience.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Tuesday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Workshops 4 & 5

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Tang and Mr Omoyeni

Dissection Club

This academic club provides students with an opportunity to learn about a broad range of vertebrate animals and organs through the traditional medium of dissection. Sessions will be a mix of demonstrations and discussion as well as hands-on work. In demonstrations you will be able to observe a dissection of an animal or organ, ask questions and handle organs. Many sessions, however, will be more practical and you will also have the opportunity to work in pairs or small groups to dissect specimens while supervised by myself and a member of the 6th Form.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Tuesday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : BY60

Lead Staff/Contact : Dr Komissarova

Dixieland Band

The Dixieland Band is one of the School's three jazz bands, specialising in early jazz styles, with a focus on learning to improvise. The players are amongst the best in the school, and represent the School and the Department throughout the year at Open Mornings, Jazz Night, and Quiz Evenings in addition to the main school concerts. Membership of the Dixieland Band is by invitation only. Rehearsals start on Tuesday 10 th September.

Year Group(s) : Years 10-13

Time : Tuesday MORNING;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Recital Hall in the Music Department

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Couldridge

MTS Drama Technical Theatre Club

New members welcome. In addition to attending the club, some boys will be selected for Technical (Stage Lighting, Sound etc) & Stage Management Teams for the Junior Drama Production this term and will need to attend according to a rehearsal schedule.

Year Group(s) : Years 9-12;

Time : Monday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Studio Theatre

Lead Staff/Contact : Ms Clarke

Drama: Junior Play – Seasons of Shakespeare

Rehearsals for the Junior Play, which was cast last term.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-9;

Time : Tuesday LUNCH; Tuesday AFTER SCHOOL; Thursday LUNCH; Thursday AFTER SCHOOL; Friday LUNCH; as per schedule;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Studio Theatre

Lead Staff/Contact : Ms Clarke

Drama: Devised and Scripted Rehearsals

Rehearsals for Drama GCSE students in Divisions and Fifths with practical exam performances this term. Schedule for Tech/Dress rehearsals will be shared in due course.

Year Group(s) : Years 10-11;

Time : Tuesday LUNCH; Tuesday AFTER SCHOOL; Thursday LUNCH; Thursday AFTER SCHOOL; as per schedule;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Studio Theatre

Lead Staff/Contact : Ms Clarke

Duke of Edinburgh

The Duke of Edinburgh Award (DofE) is a progressive programme offered at three levels: Bronze (Divisions), Silver (Fifths) or Gold (L6). There are four sections to complete at Bronze and Silver level and five at Gold. They involve helping the community/environment, becoming fitter, developing new skills, planning, training for and completing an expedition and, for Gold only, working with a team on a residential activity.

Year Group(s) : Years 10-12

Time : Field Days plus Mentor meetings every half-term;

Frequency : Half-termly;

Location : Various, according to Mentor

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Firestone and Mr Shirley

Electronics Club

A club for Fourth Formers wishing to learn about electronics or build simple project kits.

Year Group(s) : Year 9;

Time : Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Design Studio 2

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Omoyeni

Equestrian

To learn and enjoy the skills and the sport of horse riding in a well-established riding school, being coached by first class and BHS approved instructors. The cost of a lesson is £55 per person per lesson.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-9;

Time : Friday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Fortnightly (Week B);

Location : Littlebourne Equestrian Centre

Lead Staff/Contact : Mrs Udell

Finance Society

If you're interested in the world of finance, this is the club for you! The club will discuss trading, looks at jobs available in finance, and generally try and understand what finance actually involves! There is also hope of running a virtual trading game...

Year Group(s) : Years 11-13;

Time : Thursday LUNCH;

Frequency : Fortnightly (Week A);

Location : EP56

Lead Staff/Contact : Dr Beacham

Formula 1 Club

Join the Formula 1 Club and immerse yourself in the thrilling world of F1! Enjoy live Friday practice sessions, catch race highlights, and engage in lively discussions about the latest action on and off the track. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just discovering the excitement of motorsports, this club is a must for you.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Design, Engineering, & Technology Department - Workshop 1

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Palmer-Reid

Fourths', Divisions' & Fifths' Reading Group

To meet weekly to discover and discuss Literary texts (generally plays of A Level standard). Come along at the start of the Hour on Thursdays; the texts will be provided where necessary.

Year Group(s) : Years 9-11;

Time : Thursday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : EN32 (near the library)

Lead Staff/Contact : Ms Scott

French Film Club

Come and discover French films.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-11;

Time : Monday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : ML71

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Wells

Senior Geography Society

Come to Senior Geography Society to broaden and deepen your knowledge and understanding. We will be hosting talks from pupils, staff and external academics, as well as getting involved in a range of activities connected to various topics from Human and Physical Geography. All are welcome; however this club is compulsory for A Level students applying for Geography at university.

Year Group(s) : Years 11-13;

Time : Tuesday LUNCH;

Frequency : Fortnightly (Week A);

Location : GY2.2 (Resources Room)

Lead Staff/Contact : Mrs Burnham

Guitar Ensemble

The Guitar Ensemble gives classical guitarists the opportunity to develop ensemble skills, explore ensemble repertoire and perform with other guitarists in Informal and Chamber Concerts throughout the year. Open to classical guitarists of all ages and abilities.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Friday MORNING;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : MU82 (the 'Music Classroom')

Lead Staff/Contact : Ms Hawkins

The Herrick (English Lit Society)

'The Herrick', named after OMT Robert Herrick, the 17th Century metaphysical poet, is a society dedicated to those with an intellectual curiosity for English. Its purpose is to introduce students to the wider world of literature and language in ways that go far beyond the exam syllabus. The Herrick is a meeting point of different disciplines, a place where you will discover writers, texts and ideas that will enlarge your mind, feed the soul, and make you see the world and humanity in a more complex and different light. Meeting weekly or fortnightly, The Herrick takes the form of an informal presentation, by either a teacher or student, followed by lively discussion. It feels very much like a university seminar and is the perfect preparation for those looking to take a degree English or in the wider arts and humanities.

Year Group(s) : Years 10-13;

Time : Monday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : EN41

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Hilton-Dennis

Junior History Club

Junior History Club is a great way to explore any topics of historical interest that we don't cover in class. We will use lots of exciting activities like role play, treasure hunts, quizzes and model making, to explore the history you want to know about.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-9;

Time : Monday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : HY2.91 - top of History block on the side nearest the main building

Lead Staff/Contact : Mrs Blatchford Pace

Hockey Training (Open)

Hockey training open to all.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Monday LUNCH; Tuesday LUNCH; Thursday LUNCH; Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Red Astro

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Haynes

Jewish Society (JSOC)

Jewish Society hosts a variety of speakers to speak on all different subjects related to Jewish life and culture. Topics in recent years have included: the festivals, theodicy, LGBTQ+, disability, music, Israel and many more. Open to everyone who enjoys discussion and debate and has an interest in Judaism and Israel. Food provided.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Tuesday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : FF6 (Mrs Speker's room)

Lead Staff/Contact : Ms Cebon

Jummah/Friday Prayer

Jummah, also known as Friday prayer, is a congregational prayer held every Friday, just after noon. It is considered one of the most important elements of the Islamic faith. An imam delivers a sermon (khutbah) before the prayer. Students volunteer to call the prayer (adhaan) &/or deliver the sermon &/or lead the prayer.

Year Group(s) : All

Time : Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Exam Hall/Chaplaincy

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Sa'id and Mrs Rashid

Kayak Rolling Club

Learn to roll a kayak and improve your capsize rolling techniques. These sessions are for paddlers looking to progress from flat water to white water and will take place in the swimming pool.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Thursday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Swimming Pool

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Firestone

Law Society

Do you want to be a lawyer? Do you not want to be a lawyer? It doesn’t matter because, in Law Society, we’ll have meaningful insights into the real world of law (not the world depicted on your favourite Netflix show). Come and experience: live talks, watch insightful videos, take part in fun tasks, and have the opportunity to let your voice be heard!

Year Group(s) : Years 10-13;

Time : Thursday LUNCH;

Frequency : Fortnightly (Week B);

Location : HY2.51

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Evans

Lego

We invite Lego enthusiasts from Years 7 and 8 to join us for fun Lego creativity and challenges.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-8;

Time : Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : En42

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Husbands, Mrs Hall and Mr Vernice

LGBTQ+ Meetup

A space for LGBTQ+ pupils and staff to discuss relevant issues and plan school-wide events. All are welcome, most especially straight-allies. Club meets fortnightly on Mondays every Week B.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Monday LUNCH;

Frequency : Fortnightly (Week B);

Location : ML78

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Pacey

Life Drawing

Life Drawing, for Art students and boys applying for Medicine or Architecture at university, is a compulsory part of the course for 6 th Form Art students, but also open to 5 th Form artists and any interested 6 th Form students. Dates of the sessions are: 11 th and 25 th February, and 11 th , 18 th and 25 th March. Boys wishing to attend need to have a signed permission slip from a parent or guardian.

Year Group(s) : Years 11-13;

Time : Tuesday AFTER SCHOOL (4.30-6.30pm);

Frequency : Weekly (mostly – see description);

Location : Mr Leech’s art studio , FF11

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Leech

Magic: The Gathering Club

Step into a world of strategy, lore, and intellectual challenge with our Magic: The Gathering Club. This extracurricular club is dedicated to the sophisticated art of deck-building and strategic gameplay of the world's best collectible card game. Members engage in thought-provoking tabletop matches that test their tactical acumen and creativity. Whether you're a seasoned planeswalker or a curious novice, our club offers a welcoming environment to refine your skills, share insights, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts.

Year Group(s) : All

Time : Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : MA6

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Gaertig

Maths Clinic

Supplementary support for Mathematics. Get help from a Mathematics teacher or student for classwork, homework or any other mathematical concept you have been grappling with. The first session will be on Thursday 12th September.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Tuesday LUNCH; Thursday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : MA10

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Miller

Junior Maths Club

A chance to spend some time tackling different types of problems and puzzles. From Futoshiki to the Junior Maths Challenge to group competitions, this is a great opportunity to stretch and challenge your mathematical ability.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-9;

Time : Tuesday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : MA3

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Prashar

Senior Maths Club

Each year MTS participates in UKMT Junior, Intermediate, Senior and Team Maths Challenges, as well as the Hans Woyda maths competition. The focus of the Senior Maths Club is to dedicate time towards the extension of students' mathematical ability by engaging in UKMT-style problem solving. If you enjoy maths and would like to partake in a weekly activity which will utilise your skills in a challenging environment, then please come along.

Year Group(s) : Years 9-12;

Time : Tuesday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : MA30

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Carroll

Motorsport Club

We aim to complete the MEV Excocet kit car this year. The club is suitable for Year 11-13 students interested in Automotive Engineering. See Mr Willson for more information.

Year Group(s) : Years 11-13;

Time : Tuesday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Ongoing Projects Room

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Willson

MUN (Model United Nations)

If you have an interest in working together to respond to global issues, then this is the club for you! This year's MUN will also feature workshops to help train delegates to help become experts on their country. Beginners and younger students are welcome to join the meetings to learn about how MUN works before joining in more fully, with a view to attending a MUN conference later in the year.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Tuesday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Lecture Theatre

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Martin

Music: Aural Training Class

This supports all boys who are preparing to sit a higher ABRSM Music practical exam - that is, Grades 6, 7 or 8. This is a free class in addition to the instrumental lessons, in which Miss Clark, herself an ABRSM examiner, will coach pupils through the Aural tests for these grades.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Friday MORNING;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : MU89 (the 'Keyboard Room') in the Music Department

Lead Staff/Contact : Miss Clark

Music Theory Club

This club supports all boys preparing to sit an ABRSM Music Theory exam - particularly Grade 5, which is required before being able to enter for a Grade 6 practical exam. Miss Clark is herself an ABRSM examiner, and has published an excellent book which you will use in these sessions. Also essential for those who need to brush up their knowledge for GCSE Music!

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Thursday MORNING;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : MU82 (the 'Music Classroom')

Lead Staff/Contact : Miss Clark

Panglossia

Panglossia is an MFL club for our 6th Form, Divs and 5th Form language students who are, or are considering, taking a modern language for A Level. The majority of 6th Formers deliver talks on the topic of their choice either in their target language or a mix of English and the target language, which is also linked to their Individual Research Project and which makes part of their speaking exam. We also invite OMTs and university speakers to give lectures on careers with MFL and on literary works by writers, who raise topics linked to our curriculum. We also host language debates.

Year Group(s) : Years 10-13;

Time : Thursday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : ML78

Lead Staff/Contact : Mrs Kotsuba

Percussion Ensemble

Percussion Ensemble caters for all boys who play percussion - both untuned (such as a drum kit) and tuned (such as a xylophone). If you are a pianist and fancy trying your hand at playing in an ensemble, you can join this group to play tuned percussion straight away! The Percussion Ensemble also trains percussionists for larger ensembles such as the Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band or Wind Band, and performs in major concerts and chamber concerts throughout the year. Open to players of all levels.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Thursday MORNING;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Recital Hall

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Lawrence

PHAB Club

Fortnightly club for members of PHAB to meet their guests and provide a range of fun activities. This will run in Week A until half-term, after which it will run in Week B.

Year Group(s) : Years 12-13;

Time : Friday AFTER SCHOOL;

Frequency : Fortnightly (see above);

Location : Design Studio 1

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Willson

Philosophy Discussion Society (Phil Soc)

Philosophy Discussion Society (Phil Soc) provides a unique forum for informal, student-led debate to tackle some of the most pressing issues of our time. Before the discussion commences, attendees are introduced to a particular thinker or school of thought, after which they are free to explore the complex nuances of these highly topical (and perhaps controversial) subjects. Phil Soc is open to all Upper School students as well as budding philosophers in the Middle School, regardless of whether they study RS or Philosophy. Come along to RP18 during the Hour on Thursdays to engage in demanding conversations, question your preconceptions and challenge everything you thought you already knew.

Year Group(s) : Years 10-13;

Time : Thursday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : RP18

Lead Staff/Contact : Ms Solomons

The Philosopher's World

Unlike the philosopher’s stone, we cannot promise immortality, but we can continue down the very human path on the search towards wisdom, inspiration and enlightenment. All Lower School students are invited to join us as we explore the big questions in life through a mixture of film, TV, podcasts and good old fashioned debate. Step back and consider the philosophy behind the world that is right in front of your eyes… Or is it?

Year Group(s) : Years 7-9;

Time : Tuesday LUNCH;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : RP18

Lead Staff/Contact : Ms Solomons

Photography Team

This is the team for aspiring photographers who want to expand their portfolio and help take great shots for the end of year glossy magazine, The Taylorian. Please email Mr Robinson for further information.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Fortnightly;

Location : EN34

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Robinson

Physics Forum

A club for all ages where we discuss physics topics and engineering!

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Tuesday LUNCH;

Frequency : Fortnightly (Week A);

Location : PH11

Lead Staff/Contact : Mrs Mayadeen

Politics Society (formerly Hansard Society)

A fortnightly group to discuss the biggest events, political philosophies and current affairs! Just how much power does Keir Starmer's majority give him? How will a Trump presidency affect international conflicts? What is the future of Syria? Is democracy in decline? This is the place to discuss and debate.

Year Group(s) : Years 7-11;

Time : Friday LUNCH;

Frequency : Fortnightly (Week A);

Location : EP52 (next to the IT office)

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Martin

Recorder Consort

The Recorder Consort is a chamber group of around four players which gives students the opportunity to play the school's range of professional recorders. Repertoire for this instrument is amazingly broad and affords players the chance to explore the finer details of tuning and ensemble playing. The consort will play in a range of concerts throughout the year.

Year Group(s) : Years 10-13;

Time : Friday MORNING;

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : Mr Tonks's office

Lead Staff/Contact : Mr Tonks

Rowing Club

Whatever your level, come and row in a crew, or in a single scull, on the lake. It's an opportunity to get started or to improve, and it's great fun! NB Please ensure you register your interest with me as I will then be able to contact you with the details.

Year Group(s) : All;

Time : Thursday AFTER SCHOOL (finishing at 5.15pm);

Frequency : Weekly;

Location : On the lake - meet by the Water Sports Centre

Lead Staff/Contact : Ms Scott