‘The provision of extra-curricular activities is excellent. The wide variety of activities extends the strong sporting, artistic, musical and dramatic areas of the curriculum.’ ISI inspection report November 2010
At Taverham Hall School, we offer children plenty of opportunity to develop interests and talents outside the classroom. Our exceptional and extensive grounds provide the perfect space for many hobbies and clubs.
Traditional games of cricket, rugby, rounders, netball, hockey, athletics, tennis and swimming are included as part of the P.E. and games programme. We also offer something different in the after-school clubs.
Preparatory School hobbies and clubs
Keen anglers will enjoy Taverham Hall’s fishing rights on the River Wensum, which runs through our grounds. From year 3 onwards children can take up canoeing on the river as a hobby during the summer term. For those interested in bird-watching, the grounds also offer excellent cover. Some children enjoy helping out with the pupils’ gardens and school animals, learning about management and preservation. Others prefer den making and, with careful supervision, climbing trees or testing their mettle on the ropes course and zip-wire.
Table tennis and table football are always available, as are the books in our school library. Ample space also exists in the grounds for budding golfers to practise shots and the Wensum Valley golf course is situated just outside the school grounds.
Sports teams often take part in local, regional and national competitions – and many pupils represent their county.
‘Many pupils succeed at sports and other activities at county, national or international level, as well as in school, reflecting the very high standard of achievement in these which are a major factor in the promotion of personal qualities.’ ISI inspection report November 2010
Both boarders and day-pupils are encouraged to join at least one hobby group or club, with many children choosing several. A full programme is offered throughout the year. Hobbies and clubs vary from season to season. View list of current hobbies/clubs.
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Nursery and Pre-Prep After School Club
This popular after-school club is open to children from 3 – 7 years old. Running Monday to Friday from 3.30 pm to 5.00 pm it provides a wonderful opportunity for younger children to enjoy a wide range of extra-curricular activities. We also offer late stay options in the pre-prep till 6 pm Monday to Thursday.
Current weekly activities include tennis, karate and dancing, with qualified peripatetic coaches and choir and recorders club for music lovers. Arts and crafts, cooking and activities in our beautiful extensive grounds are also popular all year round.
The After School Club includes a light well-balanced tea. Nutritious sandwiches, on white or brown bread, are served with a choice of fillings. Fruit is also on offer, together with a choice of milk, squash or water.
The After School Club ends with a quiet time in the library where children can relax, read or complete their homework before going home.
Taverham Hall’s holiday clubs
Holidays are a tricky time for busy parents. Taverham Hall’s holiday clubs provide the perfect solution. Following normal school hours, children take part in a wide variety of activities. Familiar grounds and staff make the Taverham Hall holiday clubs the obvious choice for holiday fun.