Extra curricular activities

At Wellington Primary School, we are committed to offering a rich and varied range of extra-curricular clubs designed to nurture the diverse talents and interests of our pupils. These clubs extend our commitment to holistic education, allowing students to thrive academically while also exploring new interests, building lifelong skills, and enhancing their personal development.

Aims of Our Extra-Curricular Clubs
Foster Personal Growth: Enabling children to discover and develop passions beyond the curriculum.
Encourage Social Skills: Building teamwork, leadership, and collaboration through social interaction.
Promote Well-being: Providing activities to support physical, emotional, and mental health.
Instill Responsibility: Cultivating a sense of respect, responsibility, and community involvement.
Support Learning: Extending learning through hands-on, real-world experiences.

A Diverse Range of Activities
We collaborate with a range of external providers to deliver exciting sports clubs, such as football, basketball, tag rugby, cricket, and gymnastics. Additional options include, dance, chess, and cheer leading.. Our dedicated staff also run engaging clubs within the school, like art, choir, hand bells, board games and many more.

Inclusivity and Community Support
At Wellington Primary, we work hard to create an inclusive and welcoming environment that encourages participation from all children, including those with special educational

UNICEF Rights Respecting Approach
As a UNICEF Rights Respecting School, we ensure our extra-curricular clubs align with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), particularly focusing on:
Article 28: The right to education, including enrichment through extracurricular activities.
Article 29: The right to develop talents and abilities, fostering opportunities for every child to grow their unique skills.
Article 31: The right to play and leisure, providing safe and engaging recreational activities.
needs. Serving a vibrant, multicultural community facing challenges of high deprivation, we support families and aim to make every child feel valued. Our club offerings reflect this diversity, creating opportunities for every child to connect, grow, and excel.

Club Participation and Booking
Clubs are booked on a termly basis via ParentMail, with advance notifications to ensure families can plan and choose activities that best suit their child’s interests.

Through these principles, we aim to offer a well-rounded program that supports each child’s academic success and personal development, creating an environment where every child feels included, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.