An extensive programme of co-curricular activities enriches pupils’ school experience
Our strong co-curricular offering provides pupils with countless opportunities to have fun, make new friends, and learn beyond the classroom. Through our co-curricular programme, we aim to provide as many openings as possible in which our pupils:
We are exceptionally fortunate when it comes to sport at Highgate with extensive facilities, excellent staff and a wide range of sports available to all our pupils.
From the age of 4 to 18, Highgate pupils are taught by specialist sports coaches and teachers.
Highgate pupils took part in our annual camp out on the school field
3000 bulbs were planted by Junior School pupils in 2024 to improve biodiversity
Across Highgate, we aim to inspire our pupils to study and to work creatively. This goes beyond the classroom, with exciting co-curricular opportunities in all of the creative arts – music, drama, and art.
Time is set aside, each week, for every pupil to take part in at least one co-curricular venture. Our latest additions are Ornithology Club and Skateboarding Club! Our co-curricular offering continues to evolve in response to the changing needs of our pupils and the world around us.
READING AND AUTHOR VISITS
We want our pupils to become independent learners with a love of reading, and our Library – situated at the heart of our Junior School – plays a significant role in nurturing this. Authors who have visited recently include Adam Kay and Henry Paker, Jasbinder Bilan, Gabrielle Kent, Emer Stamp, Lou Kuenzler, Piu DasGupta, Jonathan Stroud and Sharna Jackson.
CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
Our Junior School pupils can attend a variety of clubs during lunchtime and after-school. Our most popular examples include: Swimming Club, Design Technology and Engineering, Gymnastics and Debating Society.
Alongside this, our Junior School Eco Council meets regularly to discuss activities and actions that support Highgate’s aim to be a sustainable school. Recent work includes:
CHARITABLE GIVING
Throughout the school year, our pupils and staff take part in events to support good causes.
Pupils visit the elderly residents of Hammerson House and Year 6 pupils take part in a ‘Give Together‘ project that is focussed on improving young people’s lives.
All Highgate pupils take part in the biennial sponsored walk, which raises in the region of £90,000 for a number of charities selected by our pupils.
