Key-Stage-4-Clubs-_and_-Societies (ID 1012)

• Art Club (Art Students Only)
  Art Club (Art Students Only)

  Workshops covering a variety of materials, techniques and processes with greater flexibility being offered compared to curriculum lesson projects.

• Badminton
  Badminton

  Open to students in KS4 and KS5, this is a fun, casual club where students and staff turn up and play singles or doubles matches. The school does enter teams for district and county school tournaments where possible.

• Brass Ensemble
  Brass Ensemble

  Brass players of all levels in ALL Years are welcome to attend.

• GCSE Vocal Group
  GCSE Vocal Group

  The GCSE Vocal Group is for students in Year 9-11 who wish to sing in harmony and take part in all musical activities in and out of school events. 

• Chess Club
  Chess Club

  Chess club is open to all years. Each week well over 100 students compete in individual and pair matches to time. Not only does this improve critical thinking skills but we play against other schools and enter regional and national competitions, and of course we hold an annual School Championship. 

• Classical Civilisation Club
  Classical Civilisation Club

  Want to continue learning about the Classical world? Want a wider scope of topics to discuss and debate about? Then come along to Classics club every Friday from 13:00 till 13:20. 

• Computer Science Club
  Computer Science Club

  An exciting club where students will get the opportunity to go beyond the curriculum. The department will be offering Physical computing, Programming and  Data science learning opportunities, where you will the chance to build small applications and projects right from scratch.
  Club subjects will rotate between terms, so each term students can experience something new.
  Maximum capacity is 25 students.

• Debate Club
  Debate Club

  Debate club gives students of all abilities a fun and challenging way to develop their oracy skills, critical thinking and communication. Exploring global affairs, contentious moral issues and the political sphere, Debate Club provides a safe environment to examine students' own opinions and learn the nuances of debate. As students develop their skills throughout the year, there will be opportunities for both in school and out of school competitions. 

• DGS Young Leader's Award
  DGS Young Leader's Award

  Open to students in KS4, this award offers certification at 3 levels: Gold, Silver and Bronze. The award is introduced via year group assembly and form time and has 3 core strands: developing oneself, contributing to your community and working with others. Much of the evidence gathered for this award will support students' work with their DofE accreditation.

• Eco Council
  Eco Council

  Do you think there should be more recycling bins, less food waste or more charity work? If you are serious about making our school a greener, nicer and more sustainable place, then join the DGS eco council! Each key stage will take responsibility for a school improvement project and together we will work towards making this school a better place and achieving the eco school silver award!

• Film Club
  Film Club

  We will watch a variety of films chosen to challenge and surprise us. These will include gems from the past, and hot-off-the-presses blockbusters that simply must be discussed! Typically, a theme or genre will be decided upon and a list of films to choose from will be shown. In addition, we will hold occasional 'workshops' where we will discuss a film more in depth, trial filmmaking, and learn other relevant aspects of film and media like editing.

• GCSE Vocal Group
  GCSE Vocal Group

  Students in Year 9-11 who wish to sing in harmony and take part in all musical activities in and out of school events.

• Geography Society
  Geography Society

  What’s next for globalisation? How do we solve the climate crisis? What will economies of the future look like? How will we manage natural resources? Will growing populations need entirely new solutions to housing in the future? If you are interested in helping to answer any of these questions, then KS4 Geography Society is for you! Each week we will tackle a new global risk, and work together to develop strategies to build resilience for future generations.

• Guitar Group
  (Senior)
  Guitar Group

  All guitar players in Years 9-11 are warmly invited to attend.

• Greek Club
  Greek Club

  Come along and explore the language and world of Homer and Hercules, Socrates and Plato. Recommended for those who have missed a CEP session, but also open to any who are interested.

• International Mindedness
  International Mindedness

  Open to students in Years 9, 10 and 11 who are keen to explore the languages, cultures and beliefs of different cultures around the world. Each week we will journey to a different country and we will begin with the language and culture of Russia. Students can join for 1, 2 or all 3 terms

• Journalism Society
  Journalism Society

  Whether it is hunting for newsworthy events, investigating an ongoing story, conducting interviews with interesting people, or researching information for a feature - everyone has a place at journalism. And modern journalism is not just about writing: photographs and videos are also vital to sharing information. Even if you don't write, there will also be opportunities to edit articles, design magazines, and upkeep and maintain our website. We have won school journalism awards in the past and are aiming for another award this year - open to all Key Stages!

• Key Stage Council
  Key Stage Council

  Students are eligible to apply to be one of two form representatives on their respective key-stage council. The application process typically takes place in Terms 1-2. Each council meets once every term. Council members represent the views of their form and year group to discuss and shape day to day school policy. Whole school council will also meet to discuss charity events too. Council meetings are led by the Assistant head in each key-stage.

• LGBTQ+ Society
  LGBTQ+ Society

  A safe, welcoming and non judgemental space where LGBTQ people can meet to socialise, have fun and help each other.

• Linguistics Club
  Linguistics Club

  Train your brain whilst learning about how different languages around the world have developed.  Last year we had two pupils win Bronze awards in the UK Linguistics Olympiad.  Let's beat that this year.

• Maths Challenge Club
  Maths Challenge Club

  An opportunity for students to enter a renowned nationwide mathematics competition. Students put their mathematical knowledge and problem solving skills to the test, advancing to different levels for a chance to win a medal. Whilst there is no weekly meeting, students should join the google classroom to be kept up to date as to when practices and competitions will take place.

• Model United Nations
  Model United Nations

  Discuss international issues as members of the UN. Understand and learn about international politics and the art of debating.

• Music (Tech Team)
  Music (Tech Team)

  Train to become part of the school's Tech Team working with state of the art digital sound and light equipment in the Mick Jagger Centre. You will then be able to offer services during school and community events. Some evening engagements may be necessary. 

• Orchestra
  (Senior)
  Orchestra

  Musicians of Grades 4 and above are invited to join this prestigious group. No auditions! Once joined participation is expected in all weekly rehearsals. 

• Physics & Engineering Club
  Physics & Engineering Club

  Open to Years 10, 11 and 12. Explore engineering principles, solve problems, design and adapt designs to solve a problem. Students get a chance to explore physics principles and experiments.

• R&B Band
  R&B Band

  Our fabulous Jazz Big Band for all players of Grade 3+ standard of wind and brass instruments, electric/ acoustic guitars, piano and drum-kit. The band performs in all concerts, will tour in the summer term and there are plans for an evening at Ronny Scott's!  

• Scribblers' Ink
  Scribblers' Ink

  Whole school creative writing club, run online. We explore a wide variety of forms, genres and styles of writing. We regularly enter national competitions and have had several students published in the last few years as a result. Once per term, we run an in person session in which we play creative writing games and generally enjoy the end of term.

• Strings Group
  (Senior)
  Strings Group

  For all violin, viola, cello and double bass players in Years 9-11.

• Warhammer Club
  Warhammer Club

  All things Warhammar! Open to all. Student-led club where students learn to paint and play Warhammer.