Extra-Curricular Activities

After lessons and at weekends there are so many activities for boys to choose from, only the really determined could become bored. To a large extent, they are allowed to follow their own inclinations, but Housemasters and personal tutors guide them and ensure that they use their time constructively.

There are numerous sporting opportunities - and not only for mainstream games. Many boys take advantage of associate membership of Sherborne Golf Club, and there is a thriving Sailing Club, with its own fleet of craft, which frequently spends summer weekends at Poole Harbour. Canoeists make expeditions to the Wye and Dart Rivers, and there are enthusiastic groups of rock climbers - amongst many others. A number of boys work towards Duke of Edinburgh Awards, and some train for the annual Ten Tors Expedition. For the more cerebral there are activities such as debating, war gaming, inter house quizzes, speech and drama and academic societies in addition to the various drama and musical groups.

In years 4, 5, and lower sixth Wednesday afternoons are set aside specifically for activities outside the normal school curriculum. Boys have a choice ranging from service to the local community, to tuition in a special interest or hobby.  Activities vary from cooking, gardening, bridge, stage crew, international film appreciation to mention but a few.  Many become members the Combined Cadet Force, within which they can pursue a variety of options from military training to outward bound activities.

Dr Chris Hamon PhD CSci, CChem MRSC
Director of Activities