Enrichment

Breakfast Club will run everyday from 8.20-8.40am in the canteen which can be accessed via the Canopy. All students are invited to access this provision.

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | Sports Hall

This session is for students to develop their skills in basketball and play matches against each other. All boys and girls are welcome. There will be competitive matches against other schools throughout the year if students want to represent the school.

Run by: Mr Nicholson 

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | Astro

This football session is for all students in Years 7-9, regardless of ability and experience, who enjoy football and would like to play matches and improve their football skills, as well as opportunities to represent the school in football matches against other schools.

Run by: Miss Lansdall 

‘A’ Week Monday and ‘B’ Week Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | Field/Astro

This football session is open to all Year 7 students who enjoy football, want to improve their skills and play matches against each other. There will be opportunities for students to represent the school in the football team but this club is for everyone of all ability levels.

Run by: Mr Baybutt

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | D10

Baking Club offers pupils a fun, hands-on chance to learn simple, tasty recipes each week. From seasonal bakes to quick savoury snacks, students build confidence in the kitchen while enjoying the creativity of cooking together. Max 24 places.

Run by: Mrs Leonarcik

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | B3

Liaising with the Managing Director and Banqueting Manager of Middlethorpe Hall, Year 9 students will learn the process of organising an exclusive event at a high end hotel from making the invites and choosing the guest list, to making the canapés and decorating the room, to hosting the guests. A great way to learn about all the careers available in Hospitality and Catering. 

Run by: Miss Watts

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | Library

Students need no prior experience of playing chess – chess boards will be provided!

Run by: Mr Hallide-Smith

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | LSC

A friendly space to get creative, learn new skills, and share ideas. Whether you’re into painting, paper crafts, crochet, or just want to try something new, everyone is welcome—no experience needed. Come along, create, and connect with fellow crafters!

Run by: Ms Hinch

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | A3

Open to all students.

Students meet to debate current affairs and other issues. They research, write and deliver speeches, developing the mastery of the art of rhetoric, and take part in formal debates including opening speeches, rebuttals, open debate and closing speeches.

Run by: Mrs Lingard and Mr B Longworth

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | D1

Are you interested in fashion? Do you want to be part of the team that puts on Millthorpe’s first ever fashion show? If you have a passion for fashion, hair and make up, then this is the club for you!

Run by: Mrs Armitage and Mrs Cooper

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | Drama Studio

Rehearsals for our annual musical production – Disney’s ‘Frozen’ – will take place Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays initally, throughout the Autumn Term. Students involved have already signed up for an audition and been cast in the play during the Summer Term. As such, this club is currently closed for new members; general Drama Club open for for all students will recommence in the Spring Term.

Run by: Mrs Sladen

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | M1

Small group lessons for beginner keyboard players. This is a paid activity charged at approximately £6.50 a session.

Run by: Miss Longbottom / External provider

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | A4

LGBTQIA+ Club will be led by some of our Student Leaders and supervised by Mr Morris. This club will allow you to express yourself – everyone is welcome to join!

Run by: Mr Morris

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | Library

Manga are comics or graphic novels originating from Japan. Most Manga conform to a style developed in Japan in the late 19th Century, and the form has a long history in earlier Japanese art. The term Manga is used in Japan to refer to both comics and cartooning. Students in all year groups can come along to read and explore some Manga on a Monday in the Library.

Run by: Mrs Davies

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | Library

Join our dedicated CREW and learn library and work-based skills, develop your teamwork and leadership skills, and help the library to run smoothly – and have fun at the same time!

Run by: Ms Brooks

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | L2

At Sustainability Club, we will focus on promoting sustainability and environmental awareness within the school and community as well as encouraging sustainable practices and taking action to reduce the school’s environmental impact.

Run by: Miss Morgan

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | B7

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | B9

Further Maths is an opportunity for our keenest Year 11 mathematicians to extend their knowledge and understanding beyond the GCSE spec. It is encouraged for anyone wishing to take A level maths as a great way to bridge the gap between Year 11 and year 12. Students regularly attending the sessions will have the option to sit an extra GCSE in the summer of Year 11. It is crucial that if you are interested in this you sign up from September as you will not be able to join the group late.

Run by: Mr Tebbs

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | PC1

This is a Teaching Assistant supported session, for students to complete their homework. It is open to all year groups and takes place every afternoon after school in PC1.

Run by: Inclusion Team

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | A12 

For KS4 students: Come along for a supported revision session. Create your revision materials ready for the GCSE and have a go at practice questions. 

Run by: Miss Richards

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | B Classrooms

These sessions will provide additional support and exam practice for invited Year 11 students to maximise their progress towards GCSE exams. Groups will change throughout the year as students’ needs change and develop. Sessions will take place every Monday from 2.30 to 3.15pm in B block maths rooms.

Run by: Ms Tucker

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | B Classrooms

These sessions will provide additional support and exam practice for invited Year 11 students to maximise their progress towards GCSE exams. Groups will change throughout the year as students’ needs change and develop. Sessions will take place every Monday from 2.30 to 3.15pm in B block maths rooms.

Run by: Mr Butler

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | C6

These sessions will provide extra support to enable students to excel in their exams. We will look at specific exam strategies, including how to reach the grade 5 at Foundation, and the grade 9 at Higher. The sessions will be for named students who are available, and will take place on Mondays in C6.

Run by: Mrs Dukes

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | B Classrooms

These sessions will provide additional support and exam practice for invited Year 11 students to maximise their progress towards GCSE exams. Groups will change throughout the year as students’ needs change and develop. Sessions will take place every Monday from 2.30 to 3.15pm in B block maths rooms.

Run by: Mr Hebden

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | B Classrooms

These sessions will provide additional support and exam practice for invited Year 11 students to maximise their progress towards GCSE exams. Groups will change throughout the year as students’ needs change and develop. Sessions will take place every Monday from 2.30 to 3.15pm in B block maths rooms.

Run by: Mr Tebbs

Breakfast Club will run everyday from 8.10-8.40am in the canteen which can be accessed via the Canopy. All students are invited to access this provision.

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | Gym

This session is for everyone who would like to have a go at a new sport or build on previous experience of archery. This session will be indoors in the gym and for health and safety reasons we will be using rubber tipped arrows. Maximum – 30 places.

Run by: Mrs Elgin

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | Sports Hall

This session is an opportunity for students from all years to come along for a fun chance to practise your racquet skills. We have put badminton across two nights to allow more students to play throughout the year.

Run by: Ms French and the PE team

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | Field

This football session is open to all students in Years 10 and 11 who enjoy football and want to improve their skills and play matches against each other. There will be opportunities for students to represent the school football team but this club is for everyone of all ability levels.

Run by: Mr Randall

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | Astro

This football session is for all students i nYears 10 and 11, regardless of ability and experience, who enjoy football and would like to play matches and improve their football skills, as well as opportunities to represent the school in football matches against other schools.

Run by: Miss Lansdall

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | Field

This rugby league club is aimed at students improving their skills in rugby and developing gameplay. There are numerous tournaments throughout the year organised by York Knights that students will be able to sign up for.

Run by: Mr Nicholson

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | Field

This rugby league club is aimed at students improving their skills in rugby and developing gameplay. There are numerous tournaments throughout the year organised by York Knights that students will be able to sign up for.

Run by: Miss Watts

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | Library

An opportunity to share a love of reading with fellow bookworms and take part in the York Book Award. As part of the award you get to have your say about your favourite books, you get to make creative responses to books, and you are given the opportunity to attend a prestigious ceremony and meet fantastic bestselling authors. Open to students in all year groups.

Run by: Miss Brooks

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | C4

Our sign language club is run by two students who are passionate about teaching others British Sign Language. Come along and learn a variety of key signs that will build into participants being able to sign whole sentences. This club takes place in C4 every Tuesday after school.

Run by: Miss Bell

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | LSC

This session is a great way to sit together to crochet and knit. Bring your own supplies and projects and enjoy some time together in the LSC on Tuesdays after school.

Run by: Ms Smith

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | Drama Studio

Rehearsals for our annual musical production – Disney’s ‘Frozen’ – will take place Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays initally, throughout the Autumn Term. Students involved have already signed up for an audition and been cast in the play during the Summer Term. As such, this club is currently closed for new members; general Drama Club open for for all students will recommence in the Spring Term.

Run by: Mrs Sladen

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | A9

Join the KS3 Science Club every Tuesday after school in A9 for exciting experiments, mind-blowing discoveries, and hands-on fun! Whether you’re curious about Chemistry, fascinated by Physics, or eager to explore Biology, this club is the perfect place to ignite your passion for science. Don’t miss out – come and explore the wonders of the world around you!

Run by: Mr Mallen and Miss Cook

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | M1

All orchestral instrument players of any ability are welcome.

Run by: Miss Longbottom

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | D3

Learn more advanced techniques in Adobe Photoshop, create professional imagery and design work.

Run by: Mr Dunn

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | Library

Rubik’s Cube Club is a fun, low pressure space for anyone who loves Rubik’s Cubes or just wants to learn. This is a student led club offered by Year 9 and 11 students and is supervised by staff in the library after school on a Tuesday. Maximum – 25 members.

Run by: Miss Brooks

Tuesday | 2.45-3.30pm | PC1

This is a Teaching Assistant supported session, for students to complete their homework. It is open to all year groups and takes place every afternoon after school in PC1.

Run by: Inclusion Team

Breakfast Club will run everyday from 8.10-8.40am in the canteen which can be accessed via the Canopy. All students are invited to access this provision.

Wednesday | 2.45-3.30pm | Tennis Courts

Aimed at all students, these sessions are designed to develop core skills, establish key set plays and strategies and to enjoy a game of netball. Students who wish to be selected to represent the school should attend but toise who just wish to come and play are always welcome.

Run by: Miss Ramplin, Miss Mullis and Mrs Adams

Wednesday | 2.45-3.30pm | B5

Do you love the healthy competition of a board game? Why not come along to B5 to play a range of board games every Wednesday after school. This club is open to all year groups.

Run by: Miss French and Mrs McGurran

Wednesday | 2.45-3.30pm | M1

Sponsored by York Music Hub

This is led by incredible trombonist Andy Hillier who welcomes brass and saxophonists to play lively contemporary brass band music. It is a really fun, lively small band.

Run by: External provider – Andy Hillier

Wednesday | 2.45-3.30pm | Main Hall

An opportunity to work together to create pieces working towards performances. Exploring a range of dance styles. Open to all year groups and all abilities.

Run by: Miss McCartney

Wednesday | 2.45-3.15pm | LSC

Mindful colouring boosts creativity and is proven to lower cortisol levels. Why not have a digital detox every Tuesday after school in the LSC? This club is open to all year groups.

Ms Gray and Mrs Thompson

Wednesday | 2.45-3.30pm | C Block

In this weekly team meeting slot the Student Leaders will work collaboratively on planning events and projects that are a direct response to student voice feedback.

Run by: Mr Sloan

Wednesday | 2.45-3.30pm | PC1

This is a Teaching Assistant supported session, for students to complete their homework. It is open to all year groups and takes place every afternoon after school in PC1.

Run by: Inclusion Team

Breakfast Club will run everyday from 8.10-8.40am in the canteen which can be accessed via the Canopy. All students are invited to access this provision.

Thursday | 2.45-3.30pm | Red Goat

This session is a chance for anyone over 14 years old (or with previous experience at Red Goat) to visit a Bouldering wall and explore what Bouldering is about. We are all born with the desire to seek out challenges have fun and test ourselves both physically and mentally; Bouldering is a sport that is super popular as a result of its inclusion in the recent Olympics. It is starting point for Rock Climbing. Please note that Bouldering is a challenge and movement is both vertical and horizontal. A fear of heights should not be seen as a barrier to giving it a go! This will take place at Red Goat.

Run by: Mr Randall

Thursday | 2.45-3.30pm | A1

Thursday | 2.45-3.30pm | Sports Hall

Aimed at all students, these sessions are designed to develop core skills, establish key set plays and strategies and to enjoy a game of netball. Students who wish to be selected to represent the school should attend but toise who just wish to come and play are always welcome.

Run by: Miss Ramplin, Miss Mullis and Mrs Adams

Thursday | 2.45-3.30pm | Gym

Students in all years are welcome to come and play a friendly game of table tennis after school on a Thursday in the Gym. All the equipment will be provided.

Run by: Mrs Gourdin

Thursday | 2.45-3.30pm | Library

D&D blends high-level thinking with epic fun, allowing you to master applied maths and probability as you calculate modifiers and weigh up dice risks. By diving into collaborative storytelling and creative problem-solving, you will naturally boost your literacy and critical thinking skills. It is also a brilliant social hub where you will build teamwork, communication skills, and great friendships. Whether you are part of an existing group or a total beginner, everyone is welcome to join us! 

Run by: Mr R Curnow

Thursday | 2.45-3.30pm | PC3

For anyone who plays fantasy football, this is the opportunity to discuss your transfers before the deadline, show off how well you are doing and see if you can beat the teachers. We are hoping to have prizes and trophies this year! Open to all year groups and staff as well.

Run by: Mr Sloan

Thursday | 2.45-3.30pm | C6

Feminist Society is a fantastic opportunity to discuss anything on the topic of feminism! We will have discussion topics, film screenings, fundraising opportunities and chances to lead sessions. FemSoc is a safe space for everyone – you don’t need to have any prior knowledge of feminism, just be willing to discover more and join in! 

Run by: Mrs Dukes

Monday | 2.45-3.30pm | Drama Studio

Rehearsals for our annual musical production – Disney’s ‘Frozen’ – will take place Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays initally, throughout the Autumn Term. Students involved have already signed up for an audition and been cast in the play during the Summer Term. As such, this club is currently closed for new members; general Drama Club open for for all students will recommence in the Spring Term.

Run by: Mrs Sladen

Thursday | 2.45-3.30pm | A6

This club allows pupils from Years 9-11 to learn more about chemistry beyond the GCSE curriculum. 

Run by: Ms Newman

Thursday – A Week only | 2.45-3.30pm | D7

This is a relaxed opportunity to use the Art materials and equipment to create your own artwork. Teacher demonstrations will introduce students to new materials and techniques with teacher advice and support offered to help students explore and realise their own ideas. Some students may decide to enter the annual Royal Academy Young Artists’ Summer Exhibition (optional). GCSE students will be working alongside KS3 students on Thursdays so it is also a great opportunity to be inspired by the artwork of Year 10 and 11 students!

Maximum 15 students

Run by: Mrs Cockburn

Thursday | 2.45-3.30pm | PC2

FIRST LEGO League inspires youth to experiment and grow their critical thinking, coding, and design skills and showcase what they learned in an external competition against other schools in York. The competition involves a Lego Robotics challenge and a presentation project. This is open to all year groups.

Run by: Mr Turner

Thursday | 2.45-3.30pm | LSC

Explore current events, debate big issues, and learn how politics and democracy shape our lives. A welcoming space to share ideas, build confidence, and become an informed, active citizen.

Run by: Ms Spavin

Thursday | 2.45-3.30pm | M1

This will be led by a brilliant bass player –  Christian Topman. Open to all pop/rock musicians (guitar/bass/singers/drummers/keyboards) in Key Stage 3 – come along and join a band! We work towards performances in the Christmas and Summer concerts – you pick the tunes, Christian will help you make it sound great!

Run by: Mr Topman

Thursday | 2.45-3.30pm | Library

Step into the worlds of Warhammer, where epic battles, creative storytelling, and miniature painting collide! We’ll start slow, focusing first on building and painting models before diving into games and strategy. No experience needed – just curiosity and creativity! 

Run by: Ms Eason

Thursday | 2.45-3.30pm | PC1

This is a Teaching Assistant supported session, for students to complete their homework. It is open to all year groups and takes place every afternoon after school in PC1.

Run by: Inclusion Team

Thursday A Week and Friday B Week | 2.45-3.30pm | D7

This session will allow Year 10 and Year 11 students to continue with their Fine Art studies either working on their sketchbook work, or using the wide range of media and equipment available in the workshop to develop and refine their ideas. It will take place in their usual classroom (D7) and the work they do will be driven by their own individual journey and progress.

Run by: Mrs Cockburn

Breakfast Club will run everyday from 8.10-8.40am in the canteen which can be accessed via the Canopy. All students are invited to access this provision.

Friday | 2.45-3.30pm | Sports Hall

This session is an opportunity for students for students from all years to come along for a fun chance to practice your racquet skills. We have put badminton across two nights to allow more students to play throughout the year.

Run by: Ms French and the PE team

Friday | 2.45-3.30pm | Astro

This football session is open to all students in yars 8 and 9 who enjoy football and want to improve their skills and play matches against each other. There will be opportunities for students to represent the school football team but this club is for everyone of all ability levels.

Run by: Mr Nicholson

Friday | 2.45-3.30pm | M1

This is such a fun end to the week. Come and sing your socks off in the hall on a Friday afternoon!

Run by: Miss Longbottom

Friday ‘B’ Week only | 2.45-3.30pm | Drama Studio

Drama Club will is suitable for students from all year groups who want to further develop their skills in the Drama Department Six Cs of Success: Communication, Concentration, Co-operation, Creativity, Commitment and Confidence. We will explore a range of drama activities, performance styles and genres – no previous experience is required, simply a willingness to take part and have fun! (Max 30 students)

Run by: Ms Cobalchini

Friday | 2.45-3.30pm | Library

Join our dedicated CREW and learn library and work-based skills, develop your teamwork and leadership skills, and help the library to run smoothly -and have fun at the same time.

Run by: Miss Brooks

Friday | 2.45-3.30pm | PC1

This is a Teaching Assistant supported session, for students to complete their homework. It is open to all year groups and takes place every afternoon after school in PC1.

Run by: Inclusion Team

Friday | 2.45-3.30pm | D5

This session will allow students to continue with their 3D Design studies either working on their sketchbook work, or using the wide range of techniques available in the workshop to develop and refine their ideas. It will take place in their usual workshop (D5) and the work they do will be driven by their own indivudual journey and progress.

This club is open to Year 11 3D Design students and runs A week for 11A and B week for 11D.

Run by: Mrs Price

Thursday A Week and Friday B Week | 2.45-3.30pm | D7

This session will allow Year 10 and Year 11 students to continue with their Fine Art studies either working on their sketchbook work, or using the wide range of media and equipment available in the workshop to develop and refine their ideas. It will take place in their usual classroom (D7) and the work they do will be driven by their own individual journey and progress.

Run by: Mrs Cockburn

Friday | 2.45-3.30pm | C4

Friday | 2.45-3.30pm | D4

This session will allow students to continue with their Engineering studies either working on their Google Slides folder, or using the wide range of skills in the workshop. It will take place in their usual workshop (D4) and the work they do will be driven by their own Unit 1 coursework needs. This club is open to Year 11 Engineering students.

Run by: Mr Cooper