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The Perse prides itself on offering an all-round education that emphasises thevalue of participation in clubs, societies, overseas visits, sport, music anddrama. We believe that extra-curricular opportunities help develop pupils'self-confidence, organisation, team working and leadership skills as well asproviding hobbies for life and a chance to make new friends.

This booklet is divided into different sections:

When you read this booklet, try to keep the following advice in mind:● Get involved! Identify two or three clubs you would like to be

involved in and choose them not necessarily because your friends do,but because you are interested in widening your own horizons.

● Think about your own personal qualities and what you would benefitfrom improving. Try and match them with an activity which will help.

● Commit yourself to attending regularly for at least a term to give it aproper chance.

● Be organised! Sometimes there will be clashes between activities butif you spot this early enough and talk to your form tutor then usuallythese can be resolved.

● If you feel that the School doesn’t offer an activity which you wouldlike to do, then get in touch with Mrs Richardson who will explorethe possibility of starting a new club. Perhaps you might wish toestablish your own club?

Pages 4 - 17 Clubs and Societies

Pages 18 - 20 Creative: Art and Technology

Pages 21 - 25 Debate and Discussion

Pages 26 - 28 Extra Curricular GCSE Courses

Pages 29 - 35 Outdoor Pursuits

Pages 36 - 42 Performing Arts: Drama, Dance and Music

Pages 43 - 50 Sport

Pages 51 - 56 Sixth Form

Introduction

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For the academic year 2017/18 there will be competitions in shooting, general knowledge,maths and a variety of music, sporting and drama events held largely during regular lunchtimeslots. Lower School competitions will be on Tuesday lunchtimes, and Middle Schoolcompetitions on Thursday lunchtimes. All pupils are allocated to one of eight Houses.

The Houses, and the Heads of House, are as follows:

The House System

Mr M Fox Miss N Bareham Mrs E Thorne Mr R Wilbur

Dr N Walpole Miss T Tooze Miss H Firth Mrs C Drinkwater

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Our vision is to provide an effective voice for studentsthroughout the School. We work closely with staff to im-plement real improvements to The Perse and to student

experiences.

We aim to:- Produce real solutions to real problems.

- Give every student the opportunity to contribute to our discussion througha channel comfortable for them.

- Build effective relationships with senior staff, providing invaluable feedbackand discussion.

- Ensure solutions are seen through and problems resolved.

Throughout your time at The Perse, there may be issues you would like toraise with us. There are a few simple ways of getting in touch – you can:

- Chat to a representative from your form or year group.

- Drop us an informal email at [email protected].

- Fill in an anonymous feedback form online on our SharePoint site.

If you are interested in getting involved, we would love you to join theStudent Council as one of our student representatives. Keep a look out inSeptember for details in assemblies and from your tutor, or drop us anemail at [email protected] to find out more.

We very much look forward to hearing from you.

Chair – The Student Council

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Pupils will learn the alphabet, simple phrases,greetings and useful vocabulary. There willalso be the opportunity to play games inArabic, listen to music, learn about the historyand culture of this ancient Semitic languageand compare Arabic past and present. It ishoped that once pupils have sufficientexpertise, we may be able to offer a GCSE inArabic.Pupils will learn the Cyrillic alphabet,numbers, simple vocabulary and phrases.

Arabic for Beginners Bridge ClubBridge is one of the world’s most popularcard games. It is a sociable game played withfour people at a time. It is a game of skill andso takes a short while to learn but thestrategy can be as complex as you want it tobe. We start with a simplified version forbeginners, which gets you playing quickly.We aim to play matches against other schoolsand take part in national competitions. Youcan drop in but regular attendance, especiallyfor beginners, is recommended.

When Friday 4.15 - 5.30pm

Where Room 38

Who All year groups welcome

I/C Dr S Black (SPB)

When

Monday lunchtimeLower School

Monday 4.10 - 5.10pmYear 9

Where New block - tbc

Who Years 7 - 12

I/C Mrs N Winter (NXW)

Maths Olympiad ClubDo you enjoy challenging maths problems?Want to find out about things that are nottaught at school? Hope to do well in mathscompetitions this year? The Maths Olympiadclub aims to broaden your knowledge ofinteresting mathematical ideas and problemsolving strategies and give you more practice insolving maths competition problems.This club is open to all. Every week we select atopic and there is material appropriate forevery level. We work together to explore anddevelop our ideas.

When Tuesday 1.20pm

Where Room 33

Who All Welcome

I/C Dr Vesna Kadelburg (VXK)

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Cipher Challenge Digital Literacy

Interested in improving your ICT skills?

Digital Literacy gives you the opportunity toeasily achieve industry-approved Microsoftand Adobe qualifications. The certificationcovers a range of technologies from Word,Excel and PowerPoint. Each individual exam iscertificated, which looks good on yourUniversity UCAS form and CV. We’dencourage you to try to complete at least onecertificate a year to build up some credibleevidence of your ICT skills. It is easy to startand has a simple online test with a high passrate, so get stuck in and get the evidence thatyou have the right skills for the modernworkplace.

WhenThursday 4.15 - 5.00pm(Michaelmas term)

Where ICT Room


I/C Miss C Darwin (CJD)

When Drop-in sessionsThursday 1.20pm

Where ICT1


Cost The learning material isfree and will be madeavailable online. MicrosoftOffice certification is freeof charge.

I/CMr D Gwilt (DJG)Mr P Baker (PDB)

The National Cipher Challenge is an annualcompetition run by University ofSouthampton throughout the MichaelmasTerm. It is open to students in Years 7 - 13 insecondary schools across the country. It is freeto enter and you can work on your own or asa team. The top prize is £1000 but there aremany other prizes too. In 2016, seven teamsentered from The Perse. SiddharthChandrappa won a Bronze medal. We arebuilding up a tradition of cipher success atthe Perse, as our students have frequentlywon prizes in recent years. There will be acouple of weeks to learn about codes andciphers before the competition starts in themiddle of September. This club is perfectlytimed to give you a chance to get together asa team and work on the new problem eachweek as soon as it is published on a Thursdayafternoon. Join the Schoologygroup for more information!

Here's a teaser for you:

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When Thursday 1.20 - 1.55pm

Where S03

Who Years 7 - 9

I/C Mrs J Mason (JHM)

Creative Writing club offers excitingopportunities to pupils in years 7, 8 and 9,who are passionate about writing. There willbe the chance to share ideas, enter lots ofcompetitions, develop new styles of writingand help produce in-house publications.

Film Making

This society will support you in developing theskills to make the films that you want tomake – including animations, filming schoolevents, short documentaries and creativedramatic pieces. The aim is to have a societywhich is not teacher-led but where studentsdirect the focus of the group, lead theactivities and share their knowledge andexperience with each other.

Tuesday Club

Come and enjoy some quiet time,playinggames with other Lower School pupils.

Creative Writing

Mindfulness Colouring Club

When Thursday 1.20pm

Where Room 6


I/C Mrs C Killick (CAK)

This peaceful club offers the chance to take alunchtime out of your busy week in order tobe calm, still and to do some relaxingcolouring. There will be a range of intricatepatterns to choose from and all you need todo is colour and not worry about anythingelse! Everyone is welcome!


Where ICT 2


I/C Tbc

When Tuesday 1.20pm

Where Room 23

Who Years 7 - 8

I/C Dr S McAuley (SAM)

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“Why is it difficult to walk on an ice rink? Whydo you feel heavier when a lift starts to rise?Why does pumping up your bike tyres make iteasier to cycle?”

If you enjoy Physics and would like to tacklesome tricky problems, develop your thinkingskills and improve your fundamentalunderstanding, then come along to MiddleSchool Extension Physics.

Learn Italian in a fun and relaxed way.It is the language of music and singing, thelanguage of food, pasta, pizza and gelato.Even if you think you are not good atlanguages you will find you can learn and havefun in our easy-going Italian club, withouthomework or exams.

If you are interested in Italian food (samplesprovided), if you think Vespa and Ferraris arecool and Prada or Armani are the symbols ofstyle, if you enjoy games, apps, quirky facts,funny videos, word games and quizzes, justjoin us for Italian club on Friday lunchtime.

Geography Debating

WhenVaries - See timetable inGeography

Where Geography Department

Who Years 11 - 13

I/C Miss H Firth (HLF)

Pit your wits against other students in a knockout for the Crabtree Shield.

WhenWednesday Week A1.20pm

Where Tbc

Who Years 9 - 11

I/C Dr M Goodson (MJG)

Extension Physics Club

Italian Club


Where Room SO9

Who Year 7

I/C Mrs O Joy (OJJ)

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Just a Minute Club

“Apostrophes”“Apostrophes”, the French book club, will offeryou the opportunity to discover French classicand contemporary literature, expand yourlanguage skills and cultural understanding.

WhenWednesday Week A(Fortnightly) 1.15pm

Where SO1


I/C Mr C Cerny (CBC)

“Welcome to ‘Just a Minute’!” Almost fiftyyears old, this Radio 4 panel game is aspopular as ever. Contestants are challengedto speak for one minute without hesitation,repetition or deviation on any subject thatcomes up.Our very own ‘Just a Minute’ club will runfortnightly with four pupil contestants pergame, an audience, and possibly even somespecial guests from the Staff Room! This willbe an excellent opportunity for pupils of allages to pit themselves against each otherand – hardest of all – the clock.It will also be a great chance to develop yourspeaking skills and build confidence byspeaking on topics as diverseas alternative medicine,assessing the strength of achilli, and the AuroraBorealis.

WhenThursday Week A1.20 pm - 1.55 pm

Where Room 10

Who Years 9 - 11

I/C Tbc

Perse ScienceInvestigations (PSI)

WhenMonday Week A4.15 - 5.30pm

Where P4

Who Year 9 - 10

I/CDr S Nolan (SJN)DR E Mcintosh (EMM)

Perse Science Investigations is for anyone whoreally enjoys science, experiments and findingthings out. This is your chance to carry outyour own extended investigation throughoutthe school year, with the option of enteringyour research for a Silver CREST Award. Theintroductory session is open to all, and willallow you to carry out some interestingexperiments and find out more aboutexperimental scientific research. You will thenhave access to the laboratory once a fortnightand there is an expectation that you attend allof these sessions. There will be plenty ofsupport from your teachers in planning andconducting your experiments, and no priorexperience is necessary.

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Lower School Baking Club

Novice or master baker? All in Years 7 - 8 arewelcome at the Lower School Baking Club,where we will be learning the basics andimproving our technique. Cookies, cakes,brownies…what’s not to love?

Japanese Club

When Monday 1.20 - 2.00pm

Where Room 17 (next to MFL)

Who Year 7

I/C Mrs S Wilson (SCW)

Students will learn towrite the JapaneseHiragana script and someKanji. The DVD ‘Ready,Steady Nihongo!’ will

introduce basic Japanese words like greetings,numbers, family members, food and sport.

We will of course try Japanese food andpractice origami and manga drawing.Depending on students interests we

can explore Japanese inventions, festivals,history or famous people.

WhenMonday Week A4.00 - 5.45pm

Where Cafe

Who Year 7 - 8

I/C Mrs C Drinkwater (CXD)

When TBC

Where Room 41

Who Year 7 - 9

I/C Mrs S Blackburn (SEB)

Whether creating models of Spitfires,websites on the Vietnam War or simplyexamining artefacts from the First World War,Origins has it covered. We have run trips toDuxford, Tankfest and other historical sites aspart of our extra-curricular studies in Origins.In Origins we take topics from history thatyou are fascinated by and research andpresent them in a fun and interesting way.This club is completely student run so we gowith what you are interested in and what youdon’t always get the chance to study in thehistory classroom.

Lower School Baking ClubOrigins

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WhenTuesday and Thursdaylunchtime

Where Physics 4


I/C Mr N Cope (NJC)

Lyceum:

Named for Aristotle’s famous philosophicalmeeting place, Lyceum is a new and excitingopportunity for pupils in Years 9 - 11 todiscuss, debate, present and think about therelationship between the Classical world andour own. Much of our cultural heritage isderived from ancient Greece and Rome and awealth of authors, artists, politicians and filmmakers are still inspired by these societies.Activities will include comparative discussionof ancient and modern literature, uncoveringthe truth behind classical films, introducing arthistory and examining ancient philosophy andscience. Ideal for those taking any classicalsubject in the Middle School, there will be theoccasional guest speaker and possibility of amuseum/theatre/cinema trip to enrich yourclassical learning.

The Middle SchoolClassical Society

When Wednesday 1.15 - 2.00pm

Where New Classics Classrooms

Who Years 9 - 11

I/C Mrs C Drinkwater (CXD)

Join us to discuss equality topics fromdisability to feminism. Read and debatecurrent media stories and develop yourunderstanding of the issues facing minoritygroups around the world.

When Tuesday lunchtime

Where T2

Who All year groups

I/C Mrs A Wingfield (ABW)

MidEquality Society

Green TeamInterested in protecting the environment andliving in a more sustainable way? The StudentCouncil runs a club called the Green Teamwho are working to reduce the School’simpact on the environment through initiativessuch as Sustainability Week (in the Summerterm) andgetting peoplerecycling. Weare looking forlike-mindedpeople to comeup with newways in whichwe can drive usall and theSchool to begreener.


Where Tbc


I/C Mrs B Gladwell (ELG)

Lego Robotics Society

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The Maclaurin Society meets once a week foran informal talk on a subject of the speaker’schoice. This year we have had talks fromstudents on topics as diverse as Sport inMathematics, Information Entropy, Origamiand The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.Staff have given talks on a number of areastoo such as the Riemann Hypothesis andPascal’s Triangle. Although primarily aimed atSixth Formers, we have a number of keen andenthusiastic younger students who contributemuch to the society. You are very welcome tocome and listen and there is no obligation togive a talk yourself (although all offers aremuch appreciated!)

When Monday 1.20pm

Where Room 31

Who L6 - U6

I/C Dr L Blaxill (LJB)

The Maclaurin Society

Chess is the ultimate thinking-person’s game!Each new game presents a new puzzle and itwill help you to develop your mental agilityand problem solving skills.

This club is open to all year groups; frombeginners wishing to learn the game throughto those more advanced players looking totest their wits against other students andteachers. Sessions are drop-in and the aim ofthe club is to develop your game but mainlyto have fun playing chess.

Chess

When Wednesday 1.15pm

Where SO2

Who All year groups

I/C Miss C Darwin (CJD)

Programming Society


Where ICT 1

Who All welcome

I/CMr P Baker (PDB)Mr D Gwilt (DJG)

We welcome all students, whether completebeginners or seasoned pros, who would liketo develop their computer programmingskills. We have a range of certificates, meritchallenges and competitions on offer eachweek from sites such as Coding Bat, ProjectEuler and Hacker Rank. Come along to anysession.

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Archery is a fantastic Olympic sport that helpsto build and develop muscular endurance andstrength, flexibility, hand eye coordinationand discipline. Our coaches, Philip and MaryWatson of Peacock Archery, will put youthrough your paces and teach you to shoot arecurve bow with accuracy and have somefun. There are different levels within the club;‘have a go’ sessions (£7.50/week),introduction to archery course (£70/5 weeks)and advanced for those who already havetheir own equipment (£5/week). MrsWingfield also shoots and is happy to bechallenged to an end (a round of 6 arrows)!

Archery


Where Archery Club


I/C Mrs A Wingfield (ABW)

Taking your iGCSE History studies as astarting point, this club is designed tobroaden and deepen your understanding ofthe past and introduce you to new historicalperspectives through a series of excitingevents: film nights, debates, trips, lecturevisits, reading groups and much more. Lookout for events being advertised by email andin the history department. alsopublishes a regular student-producedmagazine which provides opportunities forwould-be journalists and editors to hone theirskills. Non-historians with a passion for thepast are more than welcome as well as alliGCSE historians!

When As Published

Where As Published

Who Years 10 - 11

I/C Mrs S Dickens (SED)

Horizons - the iGCSE Society

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Science Club

When Wednesday 4.15 - 5pm

Where Science laboratories

Who Years 7 - 9

I/C Dr S Nolan (SJN)

Do you really enjoyscience experiments?

Science Club is where we pack in all the greatideas that won’t fit into lessons. Science Clubcan involve everything from solving murdersto exploring pond life, making slime to settingoff fireworks. There’s something new eachweek so keep an eye on the bulletin for moredetails.

Our experiments are designed for pupils inyears 7 and 8, although year 9 pupils are alsowelcome to attend. Each session is led by adifferent science teacher and there is no needto sign up. If you would like to find out moreor request a particular experiment, please

When As Published

Where SO1

Who Year 9 - 11

I/C Mr S Dickens (SJD)

A Novel IdeaFor Year 9, 10 and 11 students, A NovelIdea is the English department’s readinggroup. At the beginning of every half term wewill select a book to read – it could be aclassic, a current bestseller, or an obscurepiece no one has ever heard of. Over the halfterm students will read the book, and thenmeet over food and drink to discuss our ideas,views and opinions of the novel.

When As Published

Where SO1

Who Year 7 - 8

I/C Mr S Dickens (SJD)

For Year 7 and 8 students, Beyond the Bookis the English department’s reading group. Atthe beginning of every half term we will selecta book to read – it could be a classic, acurrent bestseller, or an obscure piece no onehas ever heard of. Over the half term studentswill read the book, and then meet over foodand drink to discuss our ideas, views andopinions of the novel.

Beyond the Book

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STEMSTEM aims to encourage students intending tostudy Science, Technology, Engineering andMaths (STEM) subjects at University to make linksbetween the different sciences. A programme ofevents will be published half-termly, but likelytopics for sessions include:

o Talks from visiting academics, current andrecent undergraduates on various sciencedegrees and disciplines (e.g. naturalsciences, physics, chemistry, maths, biology,bio-chemistry, engineering, computerscience)

o Reports from Perse students who haveattended science summer schools orundertaken particularly interesting researchor work experience

o Presentations on scientific research andcareers from members of staff and externalspeakers

o Discussion or debate of topical scienceissues in the news

o The opportunity to research inter-disciplinary science topics and recentexperiments and present findings to aninterested audience

o Journal club

o Extension questions incorporating morethan one scientific discipline

While STEM is aimed at Sixth formers intendingto study STEM subjects at University level,particularly in the first half of the Michaelmasterm when we will focus on University andOxbridge STEM subject admissions, all interestedMiddle School students are also welcome.

When Tuesday 1.20pm (TBC)

Where P5

Who Year 11/Sixth Form

I/CDr S Black (SPB)Dr E Mcintosh (EMM)

Stitch-it!German:Year 7 Club for Beginners

Get to know German in a fun way withgames, songs, cultural activities, films, bakingand food tasting! You will learn basic topic-related vocabulary with the help of our book‘Der grüne Max’.


WhereRoom 17 (next to MFLoffice)

Who Year 7

I/C Mrs S Wilson (SCW)

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Strategy, Card andBoard Games Club


Where S01


I/C Tbc

Immerse yourself in worlds filled with fiercedragons, mighty space ships and nobleheroes! Strategy games combine creativityand imagination with analytical thinking, andabove all else are a lot of fun to play withfriends. We will be playing a variety ofdifferent games, some based around cardsystems, some using boards and tokens andsome with interactive storytelling elements.Some weeks we will be trying out a newgame, while the other sessions will be used toplay old favourites or vie for prizes and gloryin our competitions. We will choose games toplay based on student interest, so do bringyour own ideas and, if you can, games ofyour own.

Biology ClubBiology Club provides an opportunity forstudents interested in the subject to get somefurther hands on experience of a range oftopics not covered by the normal curriculum.Join us to do plenty of dissections, explore theschool garden, go fishing in the pond andlearn more about the amazing natural worldaround us.


Where Lab 5

Who Years 7 - 10

I/C Mrs A Kemp (ACK)

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Touch Typing

Computers, they’re everywhere and theyaren’t going away anytime soon. Many of thetasks that we used to perform with a pen anda pad of paper are now being done on ourcomputers, laptops and tablets. Some of youmay even take notes in lessons using a laptopas well as using a computer in exams. Do youwant to drastically improve your typingspeed? Touch typing is now a skill thatanyone can learn and with regular practicecan be quickly and easily mastered. Learningto touch type will save you time, improve yourfocus and increase productivity.


Where ICT1


I/C Miss H Singleton (HAS)

TGI


Where Room 44


I/C Dr D Wilson (DJW)

TGI – The School’s Christian Group

A combination of games, fun, food andgetting stuck into the Bible…

Wednesday lunchtimes give folks a greatopportunity to explore the Christian messageand the difference it makes for believers.

Drop in and join us!

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@pp Soc Comic Club

When Monday 1.15pm

Where A2

Who All Welcome

I/C Mrs J Griffiths (JEG)

Comic Club is for those of you who enjoyreading comics and would like to have a go atcreating one. If you enjoy drawing cartoonsand want to take your skills further, comealong. We will be exploring image and text intraditional and exciting new ways. We willexplore all the usual things you see in comicssuch as characters, speech bubbles, captions,panels.

CCeramics ClubDo you enjoy working with clay? Have younever worked with clay and would like tolearn? Ceramics Club is aimed at any studentwho would like to make a creative piece of3D work using clay. You will set your ownmini project, work out what you would liketo make and then research the best methodand type of clay to use for your artwork. Themaking will then begin! You would need tocommit to Ceramics Club for the length ofyour project.


Where A1


I/C Mrs M Wilkins (MJW)


Where A3

Who All welcome

I/CMrs A Cunningham (ADC)Mr P Baker (PDB)

Christel House Club is for those who areinterested learning about other cultures andwould like to create some literacy resourcesfor Christel House India. Last year’s clubmembers created a children’s story book tosend to Kindergarten pupils at the school.Run by Mrs Cunningham, there will be threeprojects which will run for a term each. Pupilsshould be prepared to commit to the club forthe length of the project. Christel House Clubis a fun way to understand about othercultures and improve your art and craft skills.

Christel House Club

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Craft Club

Technology Club

WhenWednesday and Friday1.20 - 2.00pm

Where T3

Who Years 7 - 10, just drop in

I/CDr S McAuley (SAM)Mr C Battle (CDB)

When Monday 1.20 pm

Where A4

Who Years 7 - 8

I/C Miss G Howling (GCH)

Craft Club is for pupils who are interested incraft-based activities.You will learn a wide range of new skills andmake fun objects to take home. Activitiesinclude jewellery making, paper crafts,embroidery, mosaics and book-binding. Pupilsshould be prepared to commit to the club forthe length of their project.

Technology Club is for those who would liketo do technology based activities. Maybethere is something you have that needs fixing,maybe you want to make up that kit youwere given last Christmas but don’t have thetools to do so. This is an open session whereyou can drop in any week and do somethingfor yourself, use the equipment available andhave help at hand if necessary. Catalogueswill be available for those who want topurchase kits to make.

42 Filming TeamIn a new initiative, the school will be filming42 lectures to upload as video-podcasts forstudents, staff and the wider community. Theteam operates on a rota system, with 2-3students organising light, sound and thefilming itself. This is open to all year groupsand no experience is required as full trainingis given. All that is needed is enthusiasm,commitment and a desire to learn new skills!

When See programme card

Where See programme card

Who All Welcome

I/CMiss E Croft (EMC)Miss S Dickens (SED)

When Tuesday 1.20 - 2.00pm

Where T3

Who Years 7 - 12

I/C Mr K Wilkin (KXW)

The VEX Robotic designsystem is a robotic kitintended tointroduce studentsto the world ofrobotics.Essentiallycombiningwhat looks likeMeccano and LegoMindstorm, robust robots can be built andcontrolled either by remote control or beprogrammed to run autonomously. The VEXRobotics Society will build a robot that will becapable of completing tasks in a nationalcompetition.

Team working skills are essential and youmust be committed to working on thechallenge. We will only be entering one teamso places will be limited.

VEX Robotics

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PPE Society The 42

When See 42 programme card

Where Lecture Theatre

Who All years welcome

I/CMrs S Dickens (SED)Miss E Croft (EMC)

When Tuesday 1.20 pm

Where Room 4

Who Years 10 - 13

I/C

Mr P Richards (PXR)

Mrs T Watts (TJW)

Mr E Dickens (EJD)

The Society is known as ‘the 42’ from theclassic book ‘

‘42’ is the ultimate answer to the ultimatequestion.

We invite in speakers to promote thinking.Our tagline is:

The talks normally start at 1.20 pm and wefinish promptly at 2 pm.

This society will give you the opportunity tofind out about, and express your views on,the great debates and issues facing thecountry and the world today. Each week wewill consider a topical issue from economic,political and philosophical viewpoints.Among the issues discussed last year were thefollowing topics:

• Should artificial intelligence be weaponised?• Does everything have a price?• Is libertarian paternalism an oxymoron?• The internet - a force for good or evil?• Is national sovereignty an antiquatedconcept?

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The Forum

Think

When TBC

Where Room 7

Who

Years 10 - 13 interested inphilosophy, theology andlife’s bigger questions(Especially useful for thoseapplying for Universitycourses such as PPE)

I/C Mr E Dickens (EJD)

When Monday 1.20pm

Where Room SO1

Who Years 7 - 9

I/C Mr C Green (CEG)

The Forum is a weekly debating club for Years7 to 9 to engage with current topicalquestions as well as more universal questions.

In the weekly debates our speakers argue thecase for their side while posing challengingquestions to their opponents. Club membershave opportunities to pose questions of thespeakers, vote on the motions and even chairthe debate!

Training in debating and chairing is availablefrom our capable Sixth Form helpers andstaff.

‘Think’ is a pupil-led society, in which the aimis active philosophical debate in preparationfor University. At each meeting aphilosophical argument for an ethical,political or metaphysical position is presentedby a student, or occasionally a member ofstaff. They will then explain and defend thisview further in response to arguments fromthe rest of the group. Subjects discussed thisyear have included freedom and determinism,anarchism, conservatism, and the ethicalstatus of the embryo.

French Debating Society

● Phrasing points succinctly● Practising persuasive language● Using a range of registers and tones● Refuting and anticipating arguments● Summarising position● Concluding a speech in style● Last but not least improving your fluency

in the languageOur Perse team won the Eastern Region

Competition this year and the National Final:Is it your turn next?

WhenThursday Week B1.15pm

Where Room 16 South Building

Who Years 10 - 12

I/C Mr P Pillet (PXP)

Senior Debating Society

When As published

Where Room SO1

Who Years 10 - 13


Open to all members of Year 10 to UpperSixth, Senior Debating Society provides anexcellent opportunity to develop your abilityto form and sustain an argument, whilesimultaneously enhancing your skills of criticalthinking and public speaking. Encompassing awide and varied range of debating motions,Senior Debating Society will also foster anddevelop your intellectual curiosity. Debatesare held on a fortnightly basis and there arelots of chances to participate in externalcompetitions and workshops.

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METHICS

WhenTuesday Week BLunchtime

Where Room 4

Who Years 10 - 13

I/C Student Led

‘METHICS – the Medical Ethicsdiscussion forum’

METHICS is a pupil-led society, the aim ofwhich is to engage with issues whichtranscend the medical and ethical boundaries.Should euthanasia be legalised? How do wejudge the value of human life when creatinga budget for the NHS? Who is the mostdeserving of a donor organ?

For students with an interest in the ethicalside of patient care, especially those(considering) applying to studymedicine/veterinary medicine at University.

Philosophy Club

WhenTuesday Week ALunchtime

Where Room 4

Who Years 9 - 11

I/C Mrs C Killick (CAK)

This society is an excellent chance to explorephilosophical issues and concepts as part ofan open discussion. The topics which arediscussed each week will be selected by thestudents and will relate to currentphilosophical and moral issues. Previousdiscussion have centred on the followingquestions;

● What makes you the same persontoday as you were when you were ababy?

● Is there more to us than our physicalselves?

● Does evil exist?

● Is school uniform sexist?

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Classics Seminars

When As arranged

Where Classics Dept R1

Who Years 11 - 13

I/C Dr J Watson (JMW)

Classics Seminars take place throughout the yearto explore different aspects of the ancient world.The seminars are led by pupils or staff membersand invite discussion as we seek to investigatetogether the civilisations of the classical past. Atdifferent times we will explore literature, history,philosophy, linguistics, art, archaeology, and theconnections between the ancient and modernworlds. A flavour of the possible range of theseminars is given by titles from last year:

∙“From Tomis with sorrow: following Ovid intoexile”

∙“Hesiod and the Muses: the sweet gifts thatchanged a shepherd’s life”

∙“Iarbas, Augustus and extremes of conservatismin 4”

∙“Musings on Plato and politics”

∙“Piracy and perceptions in the ancient world”

∙“Romance Linguistics (or, Who speaks Latin anyway?)”

∙“Spin and manipulation in Herodotus and Thucydides (or, Heroes and villains in early-ClassicalGreece)”

∙“The growing power of Athens (or, Why DrWatson likes triremes)”

∙“The role of the amphitheatre in Roman life (or,Why Mr Morgan studied Classsics)”

We invite all those interested in the ancient worldto join us to listen in the audience, join in thediscussion, or present ideas of their own!

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Peace keeping, investigation of war crimesand conservation of the Great Barrier Reef arejust some of the activities that the UnitedNations is currently engaged in. Model UnitedNations is an educational simulation activity inwhich students learn about internationaldiplomacy and global current affairs. Over400,000 students from primary school toundergraduate level take part in ModelUnited Nations conferences across the world.If you want to learn about internationaldiplomacy and current affairs then join ModelUnited Nations.

When Tuesday

Where Room 41 1.15 - 1.50pm

Who Years 9 - 11

I/CMrs N Long (NXL)Mrs S Dickens (SED) Lyceum:

Model United Nations

Model United Nations

When Wednesday

Where Room 37 1.20 - 1.55pm

Who Year 7 - 8

I/C Mrs N Long (NXL)

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This new club provides an opportunity forstudents from all year groups as well as staffto get together to discuss research projectsthey are working on and issues/debates inresearch. As well as providing a chance tosolve research problems as a group, it is achance to meet new people, learn new skillsand find out about exciting research projectsgoing on in the School. Refreshmentsprovided. Open to anyone who isintellectually curious!

WhenFriday Morning (Breakfastmeeting) Once every half term

Where Room SO1

Who All welcome including teachers

I/CMrs S Dickens (SJD)Dr I Bailey (IAB)

Perse Research Seminar

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Modern Foreign Languages

JAPANESE, MANDARIN, ITALIAN

The School is very pleased to confirm our intention to continue running a package of extra-curricular language options that will provide interested students with the opportunity to studyanother Modern Foreign Language in addition to the main curriculum routes.

DetailThe programme will consist of two lessons a week : one short (lunchtime) and one long (afterschool). Lessons will commence in the first week of term as below:.

Japanese GCSE Year 1: Tues: 13:15–14:00 pm Thur: 16:00–17:30 pmMandarin GCSE Year 1: Tues: 13:15–14:00 pm Thur: 16:00–17:30 pmItalian GCSE Year 1: Tues: 13:15–14:00 pm Thur: 16:00–17:30 pm

Japanese GCSE Year 2: Tues: 16:00-17:30 pm Thur: 13:15-14:00 pmMandarin GCSE Year 2: Tues: 16:00-17:30 pm Thur: 13:15-14:00 pmItalian GCSE Year 2: Tues: 16:00-17:30 pm Thur: 13:15-14:00 pm

A three week trial period is available, free of charge, at the beginning of each academic year,after which a subsidised annual non-refundable payment of £430 is required to continue withthe year. Interested students can simply attend the initial lessons as marked above to begin thetrial period from September.

The School would offer this subsidised package on the understanding that at least three pupilswish to continue the course after the trial period.

Students are free to join from any year group, depending on language interest, competenciesand background. The most suitable year groups are perhaps Year 9 (for Y1) and Year 10 (forY2), looking to complete the GCSE ahead of the main curriculum GCSEs in Year 11. HoweverY8 pupils who are keen linguists may join too.

GCSE entryStudents that have completed both years of a course will have the opportunity to considertaking the public exam. This will only be advisable for those that have made sustained progressover the two years and a standard exam-entry charge will be applicable. Those students hopingto take the course through to examination would need to combine a robust approach to self-study with a natural proficiency for languages. Please note that the GCSE examination inMandarin is usually taken after three years of study (at the end of Y11 if started in Y9). Onlyheritage learners or pupils with advanced knowledge of the language sit the examinationafter two years of study.

Students that are not ready to take the examination can either:- repeat ‘Year 2’ the following year

- or take an internal Perse School examination which will result in a Perse School GradedCertificate

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Fast Track MusicAs an alternative to opting for music as oneof the subject choices for Year 10, there is theopportunity to study fast-track music GCSEafter school. In almost all cases, we wouldexpect pupils to have studied music in Year 9if they are to opt for this. They should also beat least grade 6 on their instrument andshould have achieved grade 5 theory beforebeginning the course. The after-school coursetakes place on Wednesday from 4:15 –5:30pm.Details of the course can be found on theOCR website:http://www.ocr.org.uk/Images/71427-Specification.pdf

It is not now possible for Year 10 to enrol inthe course but those in Year 9 might beinterested in finding out more information forthe next academic year (2018-19) from MsPledger.


Where Music Department

Who Year 10

Cost £430 (after a 3 week trial)

I/C Ms K Pledger (KMP)

Fast Track Computer ScienceAs an alternative to a two year curriculumchoice, there is the opportunity in suitablecases for pupils to study fast-track CIEComputer Science IGCSE after school inYear 10 with the aim of sitting the publicexam at the end of Year 10. We wouldexpect pupils to have performed well inYear 9 and be particularly keenprogrammers if they are to opt for this. Inorder to maximise the time they haveavailable for programming practice, theyshould also choose the two-period ICToption in the Year 10 mini-elective. Theafter school course carries the usualadditional GCSE fee and will likely takeplace on Wednesdays from 4:15 – 5:30pm, subject to uptake. If you are interestedin this option then speak to your computerscience teacher during Year 9 to ask formore information or email Mr Gwilt([email protected]) or Mr Baker([email protected])


Where Room 23

Who Year 10

Cost £430 (after a 3 week trial)

I/C Mr P Baker (PDB)

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Adventure Racing Club

WhenMonday 4.30 - 6pmAll year round

Where Outdoor Pursuits Centre

Who Years 7 - 13

Cost £160 annually

I/C Mr M Bradley (MXB)

Canoe and Kayak Club

WhenThursday 4.30 - 6pmAll year round


Who Years 7 - 13

Cost £160 annually

I/C Mr B Parker (BCP)

The Perse School Canoe and Kayak Club meetson a Thursday after school between 6.30 and7.30 pm throughout the year. In the first part ofthe Michaelmas term we concentrate on thebasics of both canoe and kayak paddling withall our sessions based on the water. Throughoutthe winter months (second half of Michaelmasand first half of Lent term) we move to a coldweather programme with theory sessions, boatmaintenance, pool training and paddle makingsessions. In the summer term the club returns tothe water.The club is strictly limited to 24 members. If youare interested in getting to know people from allyear groups at the school, are a novice oradvanced paddler, or simply like the outdoors,Kayak and Canoe Club may well be for you.Weekly training sessions take place at ourwatersports campus at Milton Country Park.Club members have access to canoes, kayaks,paddle boards and raft building materials.Throughout the year students develop skills inboth canoe and kayak taking part in tripstailored to each craft.

Trips:Throughout the year there are 2 trips and 1 poolsession per student. In the summer holidays theclub embarks on a residential canoeingexpedition over a 7 day period. This is usuallybased within the UK and students will carry allthe equipment and food they require with themfor the journey. Both trips are compulsory.

The Perse School Adventure Racing Clubmeets on a Monday after school between4.30 - 6pm. The club is an opportunity forstudents in all years at the Upper School todevelop their fitness, agility and co-ordinationin a fun and competitive environment.Adventure Racing is traditionally a multi-discipline sport that can span from a couple ofhours to multi day events. ARC at The Persefocuses on many different games and sportsfrom Quidditch, Kabadi and Ultimate Frisbeeto British Military Fitness, climbing andobstacle courses. If you are interested in funand exciting activities and getting to knowother likeminded students throughout theschool, this is a great club for you.

ARC is going to be a fast and furious sessioninvolving many different fitness programmesopen to all age groups and staff if they wantto get fit or fitter. Standards will be high andrun in a military fashion. It will be tough butrewarding.

During the summer term students will have anopportunity to take part in the YorkshireDales 3 Peak challenge. This is an arduousmarathon taking in 3 major summits within12 hours.

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Climbing Club (Drop In)


Where Climbing wall

Who Years 7 - 13

I/C Mr T. Slader (TXS)

Climbing Club (Advanced)

When Wednesday 4.30 - 6pm

Where Climbing wall

Who Years 7 - 13

Cost £160

I/C Mr T Slader (TXS)

Advanced Climbing Club meet on aWednesday after school with the focus ondeveloping climbing ability and knowledge.Students will work on specific techniques,strength and challenges as well as building ontheir understanding of rope work, belayingand route setting. Peer to peer coaching is alarge part of this group as the club attracts avariety of ages and skill levels. Students willalso have the opportunity to becomecommittee members within the club to helporganise events, training and competitions forthe group.Throughout the year there will be a numberof offsite visits to local climbing walls as wellas 2 residential trips. Trips areonly open to those studentsattending Advanced ClimbingClub. This year students will beheading to the heart of thePeak District to develop theirsingle pitch climbing skills anda 4 day mountaineering trip toNorth Wales.Both trips are compulsory.

This is an opportunity for all students to gobouldering on a Thursday lunchtime. Thissupervised session allows students to unwindand challenge themselves in a relaxed andsocial environment. Attendance is notcompulsory. There is no subscription chargefor drop in sessions.

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: RAF Section

When Thursday 4.30 - 6pm

Where OPC (outdoor Pursuits Centre)

Who Years 9 - 13

CostNil for weekly sessions (thereis a cost for the optionalsummer camp)

I/CMr G Couper-Marsh (GCM)Mr M Bradley (MXB)(Quartermaster)

The CCF (RAF) offers an exciting andchallenging cadet experience, based aroundflying and aviation. As part of the RAF AirCadet organisation we aim to:

∙ Promote and encourage a practical interestin aviation and the Royal Air Force amongyoung people

∙ Provide training which will be useful in theServices and civilian life

∙ Encourage the spirit of adventure anddevelop qualities of leadership and goodcitizenship

Activities:

● Leadership

● Marksmanship

● Flying at RAF Wittering

● Fieldcraft Drill and turnout

● Martial arts

● Physical Fitness

● Military history

CCF is available as both an extra-curricularsociety and an enrichment option. In years 9and 10 students can attend CCF as an extra-curricular option and in years 11, 12 and 13as an enrichment option. If taken as anenrichment option students in year 11 and 12will have their enrichment Friday week Aafternoon off school in lieu and in year 13will have their enrichment Friday Week B offschool in lieu for attendance at Thursdaytraining sessions. Students can sign up at thesocieties fair in September or by emailing MrCouper-Marsh directly.

CCF: RAF Section

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Shooting

The rifle club is a non-military, Home Office approved small-bore club for all at thePerse. Parents should be aware that their child has taken up this sport and that theywill be handling firearms and the necessary application must be signed. Safety isparamount in this sport, the range conducting officer/coach will oversee all the legalaspects. When shooters are at the required standard of training, our aim is to enterthem into competitions.

When

Week A

Monday lunch - Air Rifle(Beginners)4.30 – 6pm(experienced/competition)Tuesday, Wednesday,Thursday.Lunch 1.15 – 2.00pm(more experienced andcompetition/practice)Thursday 4.30 – 6.00pmCCFwhen requiredFriday lunch (housecompetition/practice)Alterations will bepublished on the noticeboard 24 hrs beforehand

Where Range

Who All welcome

I/C Mr K Pilcher (KCP)

When

Week B

Monday lunch -Air Rifle(Beginners)Tuesday, Wednesday,Thursday.Lunch 1.15 – 2.00pmAfter school 4.30 – 6.00pm(more experienced andcompetition/practice)Thursday 4.30 – 6.00pmCCFwhen requiredFriday lunch (housecompetition/practice)

Where Range

Who All welcome

I/C Mr K Pilcher (KCP)

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Duke of EdinburghAward Scheme

PES Peak Silver is focused on developingpaddling skills in line with the Duke ofEdinburgh (DofE) Silver Award Scheme.However in PES we do not seek to achievethe bare minimum and the training andtrips involved in PES Peak Silver surpass therequirement of the DofE awardsprogramme. Students can join the group asa DofE aspirant or simply out of a wish totake part. Training will aim to developstudent navigation, cooking, canoeing, andcampcraft skills alongside developingindependence. The ultimate aim of thegroup is to complete an unaided 3 day, 2night independent canoe trek across theNorfolk Broads.

PES Peak Gold is focused on developingtrekking skills in line with the Duke ofEdinburgh (DofE) Gold Award Scheme.However in PES we do not seek to achievethe bare minimum and the training andtrips involved in PES Peak Gold surpass therequirement of the DofE awardsprogramme. Students can join the group asa DofE aspirant or simply out of a wish totake part. Training will aim to developstudent navigation, cooking, hiking, andcampcraft skills alongside developingindependence. The ultimate aim of thegroup is to complete an unaided 4 day, 3night trek in the Lake District National Park.

When

Silver: Tuesday Week A1.00 - 1.55pmGold: Tuesday Week B1.00 -1.55pm


Who Years 11 - U6

Cost£140 (Silver)£140 (Gold)Annual Subscription

I/C Miss S Brunt

PES Summit 10

Open to all students in Year 10, PES Summit10 aims to develop cohesive teams ofstudents with the ultimate aim of competingin a multi activity trip from sea to summitacross Snowdonia. Teams will journey by bikeon old railway lines, by boat across lakes andby foot through the mountains towards thesummit of Mount Snowdon. Throughout theexpedition teamwork will be put to the testthrough a clever range of tasks and trialsincluding navigation, complex riddles andmini-games. This will test a range of skillsfrom patience, teamwork and intelligence tofitness, resolve and aptitude. Students will beput into small teams for the year andundertake after school training sessions toprepare both themselves and their team forthe challenge in the summer.

PES Summit 10 training sessions will cover anumber of skills ranging from navigation,campcraft, and cooking to problem solving,teamwork and decision making. Students willalso undertake hill walking, paddling andcycle training to meet a safe standard for theexpedition.



Who Year 10

Cost £160

I/C Mr T Slader (TXS)

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PES: Ascent Group

The Ascent Group is the largest group in the whole structure of the Perse ExplorationSociety. The group has a strict pupil hierarchy and is organised into single sex patrols of8 students in Years 7 - 9. Within the patrol there is a Patrol Leader, Assistant PatrolLeader, Quartermaster, Quartermaster’s Apprentice, Food Quartermaster, FoodQuartermaster’s Apprentice and two Ferrets. Four patrols create a section (of whichthere are four; Earth, Air, Fire and Water). Each section is run by a mixed gender Year10 patrol known as the ‘Bears.’ All four sections are run by 6 Year 10 students who areknown as the Stags. Positions ofresponsibility are gained with growingexperience and selection of future leaders iscarried out by current student leaders andstaff. It is a great privilege for students to bemade a Stag or Bear, and quite rightly so, asthey run the entire group and all camps.

Activities:Ascent Group dates back to the 5th

Cambridge Scout Group.All camps are carried out under traditionalheavy weight canvas tent and manyactivities such as pioneering, campcraft,climbing, foraging and fire lighting carry onto this day.



Who Years 7 - 10

Cost£160 subscriptionCompulsory trips:Approx. £100 Winter CampApprox. £300 Summer Camp

I/C Mr B Parker (BCP)

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Drama, Dance and Music

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Drama

Outside the English and Drama curriculum there is a wide range of opportunities for gettinginvolved in theatre. This year the School will hold workshop auditions for the following

productions:

● Year 11 Play – Michaelmas term● Sixth Form Play – Michaelmas term● Winter Play – Michaelmas term● Senior Production – Lent term● Middle School Drama Company Production – Lent term● Perse Players’ Production (full school musical in 2018) – Lent term● Lower School Play - Summer term

In addition to acting there are roles for technicians, creative designers and stage managers at alllevels. Opportunities exist for pupils to source, cast, produce and direct their own productionwith staff guidance and supervision. The Perse Players’ production traditionally runs on abiennial rotation of play and musical – the past two years have seen highly successfulproductions staged at the ADC Theatre, Cambridge. The opening of the performing Arts Centrewill enable pupils and staff to work with state-of-the-art facilitates and create, devise anddevelop new and exciting work. The Department runs a weekly Lower School Drama Club forYear 7 and 8 pupils, helping to develop performance skills through a variety of games andactivities. Dance continues to grow at the School and movement and physical theatre featuresignificantly in our productions and teaching. The annual House Drama competition gives theopportunity for pupils to write and stage their own creations. Past productions include:

,

and .The Middle School Drama Company and Technical Theatre Company offer further chances toget involved in all aspects of theatre making, meeting weekly to build skills, participate inworkshops and masterclasses and prepare for performances.

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Music Theatre Choir Musical Theatre Choir is a student led group thatis ideal for anyone who is interested in musicaltheatre, drama, singing or performing! MTC

works on songs from all kinds of musicals such as: Wicked, , and, to name just a few. Run by Jonathan Black (Y11), the choir will work on a variety

of ensemble pieces each week with a view to potentially participating in various performancesduring the year. No previous experience is necessary; all that is required is the desire to sing andenjoy yourself! If you are interested please contact [email protected].


Where M1

Who All Welcome

I/C Jonathan Black (Y11)

Creative Mentors

When Friday 1.15pm

WhereLoft/English and DramaDepartment

Who Year 10 - U6

I/C Mr M Hawksworth (MDH)

Creative Mentors is a new initiative to bring pupils together who have an interest, or are curiousabout, developing their skills in the world of creative arts. They will act as playwrights, directors,producers, designers, production managers andmarketing directors and share ideas and devisenew work. The group is open to all and pupils willexplore many aspects of theatre, television andfilm. Visiting practitioners and experts from thearts industry will lead masterclasses andworkshops, including introductions to areas suchas broadcasting and presenting, radio, live events,dance theatre and film. Pupils will be able toresearch youth arts organisations, drama schoolsand careers in the arts industry and establish linkswith those at the height of their professions.

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Ensembles and Choirs from September 2017Strings Grades Staff When Where

Intermediate Strings 2 - 4 HDG Thursday 1.20 pm M17

Perse Strings 5 - 8 GAR Monday 8.25 am M4

Perse Soloists 8+ KP/JF Monday 8.15 am M17

Wind and Brass

Wind Band 1 6+ VAH Tuesday 1.20 pm M4

Wind Band 2 3 - 6 VAH Friday 4.15 pm M4

Wind Band 3 1 - 3 VAH Thursday 1.20 pm M4

Orchestra

Perse Sinfonietta 3 - 7 BMW Thursday 4.15 pm M4

Perse Symphony Orchestra 7+ MEH Monday 4.15 pm M4

Bands

Swing Band (yrs 7 - 10) Audition BMW Friday 1.20 pm M1

Big Band (yrs 10+) Audition JDH Friday 1.20pm M4

Choirs Years Voices Staff When Where

Perse Voices 7 - 9 All (voice test) CAA Tuesday week AWednesday week B

8.25 am

M4

Year 7 Choir 7 All (voice test) BMW/MEH M17

Changing Voices 7 - 9 ATBarB BMW Thursday 8.25 - 9.05am

M17

Concert Voices 7 - 9 SSA (audition) MEH Tuesday 4 - 5.15 pm M17

Senior Chorale 10+ All (SATB) KP/MEH Thursday 8.15 am M4

Perse Chamber Choir 10+ Audition (SATB) KP Tuesday 4.15 pm M4

Acappelicans 9+ Audition (SATB) BMW Tuesday 1.20pm M17

There are also many jazz, pop, rock and classical chamber groups that will be arranged at thebeginning of September and held at times convenient for the members of those groups.

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Middle SchoolDrama Company

When Tbc

Where Loft/Lecture Theatre

Who Years 9 - 11

I/C Mr G E N Smith (GES)

When Friday 1.20 pm all year

Where Loft/Lecture Theatre

Who Years 7 - 8


Junior Drama Club

All members of the Lower School arewelcome to come along to meetings of JuniorDrama Club: a chance to act, enjoyimprovisation and drama games, watchperformances on film and even create yourown stage set. Fun is guaranteed – and youare welcome to come every week or just dropin if you happen to be free.

When Monday 1.15pm

Where S07

Who Years 9 - 11


Perseformance SocietyPerseformance is a new kind of Drama club –open to all but possibly appealing most tothose students who have moved on fromJunior Drama Club and who are now ready toget involved with more games, exercises,improvisation and devised work. We also usescripted material – and there is the option ofperforming you own writing. We tacklechallenging contemporary plays and aim torepeat our success in 2017 with a stagedproduction in the Lent Term of 2018.

After MSDC’s success last year, staging a verymoving and powerful production of

by Jack Thorne, and theinnovative devised project , wewill be looking to involve other pupils in theMiddle School, holding auditions for theCompany at the beginning of the MichaelmasTerm. We will continue to developperformance skills through a range of gamesand exercises, building towards formal andinformal performances including a full-scaleproduction of our own. We will also enjoyworkshops on various aspects of theatrepractice, make visits to some local theatreproductions, and benefit from the expertise ofsome visiting theatre professionals

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Bodywork Dance Club

Our workshop style classes will cover manystyles of dance, including street dance,contemporary and jazz. Boys and girlswelcome. Students also have the opportunityto represent the School in the Bodyworkannual outreach show. No experience ordance training necessary.


Where Sports studio

Who Years 7 - 11

I/C Mr M Hawksworth (MDH)

Spanish Drama Club

Theatre in Spanish -The play for this term is an ‘e , a shortand comical piece usually performed duringthe interval of a larger one as traditional inthe Spanish Golden Century. It is a greatopportunity to encounter new vocabulary andshow off your hidden talents reciting inSpanish. by ManuelVazquez Candamo is waiting to meet you!You can take the script home and startlearning it.

WhenRehearsal Day TBC1.20 - 2.00pm

WhereLecture Theatre/Room S20

Who Years 12 - 13

I/C Mrs H Tortajada-Powys (HTP)

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Technical Theatre Company

TTC gives students the chance to developtheir technical theatre skills in areas includinglighting, sound, set, props and stagemanagement, working as part of a large teamon the wide variety of drama productions andevents that the School puts on to put yourskills into practice. We work with a selectionof high end technical kit and will soon bemoving in to the new, state of the art,performing arts centre. You don’t need tohave any experience to get involved; just aninterest in technical theatre and a desire to bepart of the hard working technical team whoare always the first in and the last out.Company members have the option to applyfor technical roles in the School’s large scaleproductions. These productions provide anexcellent opportunity to put your technicalskills into action in a professional theatre andrequire a significant evening and weekendcommitment in the run up to and during theweek of the show.

WhenWednesday lunchtime1.15 - 1.55pm. Monday afterschool 4.15 - 6pm

Where Lecture Theatre/PAC

Who Years 8 - 13

I/C Mr J Hutchings (JEH)

Improv ClubImprov club is a student-led society whichallows pupils from years 9 to 13 to partake ina fun form of theatre that isn’t necessarilyavailable elsewhere on the curriculum. Wewill do a variety of games and exercises whichcould potentially lead to a small groupperformance.

If you are a keen thespian who doesn’t wantto/cannot commit to a production then this isthe perfect opportunity for you. It is a drop inclub so anybody can come and go as theyplease.

When Tuesday 1.20 pm

Where Tbc

Who Year 9 - 13

I/C Cecily Tully (L6)

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Basketball Circuit Training

Circuit training aims to improve core strength,anaerobic fitness and stamina. The circuitformat means that boys and girls of all agescan train together even if they have verydifferent aims and levels. Having a high levelof aerobic fitness and a strong core will helpyou improve in any sporting activity, whetheryou are trying to move up a sports team, trainfor a race or just enjoy being competitive.

Fitness training can be dull when performedon your own and in circuit training we workin groups of two or three changing activityevery minute. The only thing we ask you tobring is a determination to improve.


Where Fitness Suite

Who Years 7 - 13

I/CMiss H Large (HGL)Mr E Miller

When

Monday 1 - 2pm Years 7 - 9Tuesday 4 - 5pm Years 10 - 11Wednesday 4 - 6pm SeniorsFriday 1 - 2pm Years 7 - 9

Where Sports Hall

Who All welcome

I/C Mr C Wedderburn (CXW)

The Perse Sports department offers a large range of extra sporting opportunitiesin addition to our major sports. We hope through these extra clubs all studentswill find a sport they can enjoy and have success in. Clubs include basketball,

table tennis, tennis, squash, badminton, fencing, dance, kung fu, trampolining, indoorhockey, golf, football, fitness and circuit training. Most sports are done on site, withsome opportunities to play fixtures. A good level of commitment to your chosen sportclub is expected.

In addition, an extra practice for all ‘A’ teams in the major sport of that term, at everyage level, will be scheduled during the school week.

Please get in touch with the Mr G Kirkham, Director of Sport, if you require any furtherinformation.

There are two senior basketball group teamsin Year 11 and Sixth Form. Both teams enterthe Cambridge basketball league played overthe Michaelmas and Lent terms.

The Middle School basketball club is your firstopportunity to start playing basketballcompetitively. There are a few matches eachin the Michaelmas and Lent terms. The after-school training is generally for teams.

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Boxing is a fun, exciting sport that is greatway of increasing your muscular strength andcardiovascular fitness levels. Students will betaught all of the fundamental boxingtechniques, and will couple these with arange of conditioning exercises and activities.

Croquet ClubCroquet Clubis open to allpupils of anystandard, andis anopportunity tocome andenjoy either acasual or acompetitive game after school. It may bepossible to start a ‘ladder’ in due course, oreven hold a house competition. Cake andcucumber sandwiches may be available, butonly if we have a rota!



I/C Mr D Gwilt (DJG)

WhenMonday - Friday 1.15 - 1.55pmMonday - Friday 4.15 - 5.30pm

Where Fitness Suite

Who Years 7 - 13

I/CMiss H Large (HGL)Mr E Miller


Where Fitness Suite

Who Years 7 - 13

I/C Miss H Large (HGL)

Yoga Club


Where Fitness Suite

Who Year 7 - 13


Yoga club will give students the opportunityto develop their yoga practice. You will beguided through a series of postures, withpractices ranging from energising tostrengthening, to restorative. This is a drop-insession. No prior experience is necessary.

Students can attend the fitness suite anylunchtime or any day after school. They canchoose to either train independently or withtheir peers, or can work with the sportsconditioning coach, who can help themimprove their technique or create apersonalised, sports specific programme forthem.

Boxing FitnessFitness Club &Sports Conditioning

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The equestrian events organised by the NSEAinclude show jumping, cross country anddressage. A team of at least three riders canbe entered for each competition where riderswill need their own horse and transport.

Equestrian

When

Various dates dependingon the NSEA competitionsthat are available in thearea

WhereVarious locations, allorganised by NSEA

Who Years 7 - 13

I/C Miss D Creese (DEC)

WhenTuesday 4.15 - 5.15pmWednesday 4.15 - 5.15pm

Where Meet by Reception


I/C Mr C Ingram (CCSI)

An informal opportunity to get out and enjoya short group run through the localCambridge countryside. All welcome,whether you just want to keep fit or intend torun in a school team. Anyone is welcome oneither day but Lower School are encouragedto attend on Tuesday and Middle Schoolencouraged to come on Wednesdays.

Perse Runners

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Golf has proven very popular since the GolfAcademy was set up in 2009. There arecurrently 29 pupils in the Golf Academy (forpupils in Years 4 to 9), including pupils fromthe Prep School. Every year the School entersa junior team in the Inter Schools’ GolfChallenge competition which is held atCambridge Lakes. The School also competesin the ISGA matchplay and stroke playcompetitions and has two senior teams. Thesenior golf team squad, which is for ablegolfers in Years 9 to 13, plays regularly at TheGog Magog Golf Club, especially in thesummer term.

Football Club

Lower school football club runs on Tuesdayafter school on the school fields. Each sessionis run by Mr C Baker (Head of Football) and isa great way for the children to play somecompetitive and structured football outside ofthe school day. The club will run untilMichaelmas half term and then resume afterLent half term due to the light.

When

Tuesday Years 7 - 84.15 - 5.30pm UntilMichaelmas term -Resumes after Lent halfterm

Where School playing fields

Who Years 7 - 8

I/C Mr C Baker (CXB)

WhenThursday 5 - 6pmSummer term

Where

Cambridge Lakes lessonwith professional JamesBurton and additionalsessions with PeterAnderson at The PerseUpper.

Who

Years 7 - 9 for the GolfAcademy. Please contactMr Anderson if you wouldlike to be considered forthe senior golf team.

Cost £40 for the Golf Academy

I/C Mr P Anderson (PXA)

Golf

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Indoor Hockey

The School runs four teams for indoorhockey, an U16 and U18 boys’ and girls’team. Indoor hockey is fast and furious,demanding high levels of skill and fitness. Forthose playing hockey at a high level it is agreat way of developing your close controland core skills. The School has enjoyed greatsuccess in the National Schools competitionand training is focused on preparing forcompetitions.

When

Monday Week AU18 Boys 4.15 - 5.30pmU18 Girls 5.30 - 6.30pmThursday Week AU16 Girls 4.15 - 5.30pmU16 Boys 4.15 - 6.30pm

Monday Week BU16 Boys 4.15 - 5.30pmU16 Girls 5.30 - 6.30pmThursday Week BU18 Boys 5.30 - 9.00pmU18 Girls 4.15 - 5.30pm

Where Sports Hall

Who U16, U18

I/C Tbc

Outdoor Hockey

Outdoor hockey clubs will run this term forboys in Year 7 (open to all) and Years 8 – 9(invitation only). These sessions will take placein school on the AWP under floodlights in theMichaelmas term. A similar programme willbe put in place for the girls in the Lent term.

When

Tuesday Week AY7 - Y8 Boys4 - 5 - 5.30 pmWednesday Week AYear 9 Boys 4.15 - 5.30pmYear 10 - 13 Boys Openinvite 4.15 - 5.30pm

Tuesday Week BYear 7 - 8 4.15 - 5.30pmWednesday Week BYear 9 Boys 4.15 - 5.30pmYear 10 - 13 4.15 - 5.30pmOpen invite

Where Upper AWP

I/CMr J Peckett (JXP)Mr R Mahendra (RGM)Mr R Wilbur (RTW)

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Badminton Club

Trampoline Gymnastics


Where Sports Studio

Who Year 7 - 13


When Tuesday 1.15pm

Where Sports Hall

Who All Welcome

I/CMr S Ball (SMB)Mr C Harcourt

Trampolining club is open to all students ofall ages. You will train each week, developinga range of skills and techniques, graduallycompleting a series of BG trampoline awards.There will be the opportunity to take part insome competitions, once you have gainedthe required amount of experience.

Private Tennis Lessons

When

To be agreed withinterested groups.Lunchbreak or after school(45 mins)

WhereTennis Court 2 (NetballCourts)

Who All Welcome (groupsorganised by ability)

Cost £5-8 depending on groupsize)

I/C Mr S Ball (SMB)

Table Tennis

When Monday 4.15 - 5pm

Where Sports studio

Who All welcome

I/C Dr N Walpole (NGW)

An opportunity to play against friends and pickup some handy pointers! All ability groups verywelcome, from absolute beginners toaccomplished players.

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WhenWednesday 4.15 - 5.45pm(Michaelmas Term)

Where Netball Courts

Who Years 9 - 11

I/CMrs E Kenzie (ELK)Miss L Harker (LCH)

The County Tournament for U14 and U16netball falls in the Michaelmas term. We willbe training weekly to prepare for thistournament with the aim of qualifying for theRegionals. If you are a keen netballer in Years9 -11 and are looking to represent the Schoolat A team / County competition level, then doplease come along.

Netball


Where Netball Courts

Who Years 7 - 13

I/CMrs E Thorne (EFT)Mrs E Jones (EJJ)

Are you a GA or GS? If so, you should belooking to hone your technique and get youreye in during the Michaelmas term so thatyou are raring to go come the start of thenetball season. Come along to shooting clubto practise, receive top tips on your techniqueand see your conversion rate shoot up! Thisclub is open to all, but those wanting to be‘A’ team shooters should make it a priority toattend.

Netball Shooting

Netball training will take place throughoutMichaelmas term in preparation for the U19County Competition in October and toprepare for the season ahead. Any girls who

would like to be playing 1st or 2nd teamnetball should attend.

WhenFriday 4.15 - 5.45 pm(Michaelmas Term)

Where Sports hall

Who Years 12 - 13

I/C Mrs E Jones (EJJ)

Sixth Form Netball

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The Biology Society

When Monday 1.10 pm

Where B2

Who Year 12 - 13

I/C Mr G Couper-Marsh (GCM)

Many of the societies are aimed at year groups across the School, but some aremore specifically aimed at Sixth Formers. Younger pupils should enquire if theywould like to attend.

There are also a number of societies which have been started by Sixth Formers, and weare always happy to support new societies. If you have any suggestions, please contactMrs Richardson (SAR).

The Biology Society aims to provide extensionopportunities to pursue our interests in thesubject.

Topics beyond the A level syllabus will beinvestigated, with foci such as anatomy,physiology and genetics being considered in apractical format whenever possible.

The society also aims to provide thoroughOxbridge and Olympiad preparationopportunities.

Extension Physics

Extension Physics will meet once everyfortnight and look at solving problems andstretching your knowledge andunderstanding beyond Pre-U. It is for anyoneinterested in physics, but is especiallydesigned for those planning to study physicalscience or engineering at university. It will begood preparation for Olympiad competitions,University interviews and for bridging the gapbetween Sixth Form study and University levelscience.

When TBC

Where P4

WhoU6 (Michaelmas)L6 (Lent and Summer)

I/C Dr M Goodson (MJG)

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Where Room 31 (TBC)

WhoYear 13 (All year)Year 12 (Lent andSummer)

I/C Dr G Davies (GTD)

The Extension Maths classes in the Upper Sixthwill be designed primarily for thoseconsidering studying maths at University(Michaelmas term) and for those who needextra lessons to meet University offers (Lentand Summer terms). In the Lower Sixth, theSTEP I course is aimed at Double

Mathematicians who want to stretchthemselves beyond A level. There will be anoptional exam at the end of the Lower Sixth.However those with an interest in mathsbeyond their studies are also welcome to anycourse.

Extension Maths

Economics Society

When As arranged at lunchtime

Where Room X2

WhoMainly Sixth Form, but opento anyone with an interest

I/C Mr J Young (JAY)

The Economics Society meets to hear anddiscuss, presentations on economics by A Levelstudents and occasional external speakers.Several meetings are held in the Michaelmasand Lent terms. Dates and timings are notifiedin the Daily Bulletin and on posters in theeconomics department.

Term Year Group When What?Michaelmas U6 TBC Curve Sketching (GTD)Lent/Summer U6 TBC STEP/uni entrance preparation (GTD)All U6 TBC STEP/uni entrance preparation (VXK)All U6 TBC STEP/uni entrance preparation (DJW)All U6 TBC STEP/uni entrance preparation (EMC)Lent/Summer L6 TBC STEP I preparation (VXK)Lent/Summer L6 TBC STEP I preparation (LJB)Lent/Summer L6 TBC Uni entrance preparation (EMC)

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Life Drawing

A chance for any Sixth Former, especiallythose who are thinking about reading an artssubject at University, to read and discuss awide range of literature with like–mindedindividuals. Debate encouraged!

Drawing from the human form is one of themost enduring themes in the visual arts andforms a solid foundation to explore all formsof art. Life Drawing is an art extension clubwhere students are introduced to theacademic method of figure drawing, focusingon tone, perspective and proportion.

WhenThursday 4.15 - 5.45pmMichaelmas term

Where Art Department

Who Year 12 - 13 artists

I/C Mrs A Cunningham (ADC)

When As arranged

Where English and Drama dept.

Who Year 13

I/C Mrs D Vernon-Purvis (DVP)

Sixth Form Reading Group F.R. Leavis Society


Where English and Drama Dept

Who Year 12 - 13

I/C Miss C Fagan (CDF)

A series of enrichingseminars designed toencourageinterdisciplinarythought across thearts and humanities.

Fancy finding some new recipes? Come alongto Baking Club. At the beginning of the yeareveryone will share a few of their absolutefavourite recipes which we will then bake,one recipe per session. Not only will you getto try these recipes but you will also receive abooklet of all bakes tried for your futurebaking experiences. All levels of bakerswelcome. Requirements: You will need tobring your own ingredients; you will beinformed of what to bring the week before.You will also need to bring your ownTupperware to take your bakes away withyou at the end of the club.

Sixth Form Baking

WhenMonday Week B4.15 - 5.30pm

Where Cafe

Who Years 12 - 13

I/CMrs E Thorne (EFT)Miss D Creese (DEC)

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Livermorium ClubThe Periodic Table is always ready for thediscovery of new elements – Livermorium isthe latest element to be approved and namedby IUPAC.The Livermorium Club is a chemistry extensionclub, where we are looking to expand ourknowledge beyond that of the A-level andPre-U syllabuses. It provides an excellentopportunity to ask questions and delvedeeper into the subject, as well as giving anexcellent preparation for University interviews,the Chemistry Olympiad and othercompetitions.

WhenFriday 1.10pm Throughoutthe year

Where C5

Who Sixth Form

I/C Mr T Fowler (TXF)

Law Society

When Monday Week A 1.20pm

Where SO4

Who L6 and U6

I/C Tbc

The Law Society provides an opportunity forstudents to discuss and debate contemporarylegal issues and hear presentations bystudents. All interested students are welcome(especially those who are considering readinglaw at University). Meetings are held duringthe Michaelmas and Lent terms.

Medical Forum

Medical Forum exists to help students gaininformation and advice on a career inmedicine, dentistry or veterinary medicine.

Many meetings are focused on theapplication or interview process, but someoutside speakers and talks of general interestwill also be held. Look on SharePoint forannouncements about meeting dates/times.

Students who would like to obtain specificadvice on careers or applications can arrangeto see Dr Anderson individually.

When

Most Wednesday 1.20pmduring Michaelmas term andother one-offs during theyear (as arranged)

Where Biology lab (usually B2)

Who

Those students considering acareer in medicine, dentistryor veterinary medicine(often most useful for SixthForm students)

I/C Tbc

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The Maclaurin Society meets once a week foran informal talk on a subject of the speaker’schoice. This year we have had talks fromstudents on topics as diverse as Sport inMathematics, Information Entropy, Origamiand The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.Staff have given talks on a number of areastoo such as the Riemann Hypothesis andPascal’s Triangle. Although primarily aimed atSixth Formers, we have a number of keen andenthusiastic younger students who contributemuch to the society. You are very welcome tocome and listen and there is no obligation togive a talk yourself (although all offers aremuch appreciated!)

When Monday 1.20pm

Where Room 31

Who L6 - U6

I/C Dr L Blaxill (LJB)

The Maclaurin SocietySTEMSTEM aims to encourage students intending tostudy Science, Technology, Engineering andMaths (STEM) subjects at University to make linksbetween the different sciences. A programme ofevents will be published half-termly, but likelytopics for sessions include:

o Talks from visiting academics, current andrecent undergraduates on various sciencedegrees and disciplines (e.g. naturalsciences, physics, chemistry, maths, biology,bio-chemistry, engineering, computerscience)

o Reports from Perse students who haveattended science summer schools orundertaken particularly interesting researchor work experience

o Presentations on scientific research andcareers from members of staff and externalspeakers

o Discussion or debate of topical scienceissues in the news

o The opportunity to research inter-disciplinary science topics and recentexperiments and present findings to aninterested audience

o Journal club

o Extension questions incorporating morethan one scientific discipline

While STEM is aimed at Sixth formers intendingto study STEM subjects at University level,particularly in the first half of the Michaelmasterm when we will focus on University andOxbridge STEM subject admissions, all interestedMiddle School students are also welcome.

When Tuesday 1.20pm (TBC)

Where P5

Who Year 11/Sixth Form

I/CDr S Black (SPB)Dr E Mcintosh (EMM)

G6 Club

WhenThursday Week B1.20 - 2.00pm

Where U45

Who Years 12 - 13

I/C Mrs K Banks (KNB)

Student led Sixth Form Geography Societyallowing students an opportunity to extendand enrich their geographical understanding.

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