Beyond the Classroom
Extracurricular Opportunities at New Mills School
At New Mills School, we believe that a full education extends beyond the classroom. Our extracurricular programme enables students to explore their interests, develop their talents, and grow into confident, resilient young adults. These opportunities embody our core values: Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Team Spirit.
Why We Offer Extracurricular Activities
We provide a rich variety of extracurricular opportunities to:
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Inspire curiosity and broaden horizons (Think Big)
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Foster responsibility and commitment (Do the Right Thing)
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Build connections and collaboration (Team Spirit)
These experiences complement our academic curriculum, helping students achieve high aspirations, excel personally and academically, and prepare for life beyond school.
Weekly Clubs and Activities
Students have access to an extensive programme of weekly clubs, including:
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Creative Arts: KS3 Pop Choir, Art Club, Arts and Crafts, Rock Band
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STEM: Science Club, Engineering Club, Woodworking, Advanced Woodworking
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Sports and Fitness: Basketball, Netball, Fitness Suite sessions
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Social and Support Groups: Pride Club, Feminist Club, Games Club
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Special Interests: Italian Club, Christmas Baking Club, Leather Crafting
These clubs encourage students to try new things, discover their passions, and develop lifelong skills.
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All Year Groups |
Lunchtime |
After School |
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Monday |
Wellbeing club all Yrs @ Personal Development Room (Ssa) Mindfulness Club All Yrs @ Rm13 (MWh/Sre) Games Club All Yrs @ Library (MKe/ APl) KS4 open Music practice – Room Booking Advised (Kli) |
Fitness club All Yrs @ Fitness suite ( Leisure Centre staff) -4:10pm |
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Tuesday |
Makaton All Yrs @ 360 Centre (Rve/ Bwi) Open Art club All Yrs @Art 1&2 (Jas) Wellbeing club All Yrs @ Careers/ wellbeing Room (Ssa/MWh) Games Club All Yrs @ Library (MKe/ APl) KS3 Rockband @Music 1 (Kli) |
Football fixtures (Y7/8 Wk1 Y9/10 Wk2) @ Pavillion -4:10pm Netball training and fixtures (Y9/10/11) @ courts (CNi) -4:10pm KS3 Cheerleading/Gymnastics Wk 1 @ Gym (Dhe) – 4:10pm KS3 Dance Wk2 @ Hall (Dhe) - 4:10pm KS3 Pudding Club @ FD1 Please sign up before 23/9 as there are charges (Lra) – 4:30pm Homework Club All Yrs @ Library (Jgu/ EHs)– 3:45pm Y7/8 Science Club @ Llab (Tro) – 4:05pm KS4 Editing Club @ Rm17 (Dha) – 3:45pm |
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Wednesday |
History Club Yr 7/8/9/10 @Rm10 (Pha) Games Club All Yrs @ Library (MKe/ APl) KS3 open Music Practice Room Booking advised (Kli) |
Netball training and fixtures (Y7/8) @ courts (DHe) -4:10pm KS3 Arts and Crafts @ Art 1 (Jas) – 4:10pm Homework Club All Yrs @ Library (Jgu/ EHs)– 3:45pm |
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Thursday |
Open Art club All Yrs @ Art 1&2 (Jas) KS4 Young Mens Club @Rm15 (Lja/BSt) Games Club All Yrs @ Library (MKe/ APl) Duolingo All Yrs @ CM2 (NO FOOD ALLOWED) (Mbe/JBr) |
Fitness club All Yrs @ Fitness suite (CNI) – 4:10pm KS3 Drama Club (HT2) @ Drama Rm (Kap) -4:15pm Homework Club All Yrs @ Library (Jgu/ EHs)– 3:45pm Silver Crest Y10 Triple Science ONLY @ Llab (Tro) – 4:05pm Y8/9 Girls Football @ Leisure Centre (Jwo) – 4:10pm |
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Friday |
Games Club All Yrs @ Library (MKe/ APl) KS3 Pop choir @ Music 1 (Kli) Pride club All Yrs @Llab (Tro) |
Staff Spin @ fitness suite (Cni) GCSE Art @ Art rooms 1 & 2 (Jas) -4:30pm Darts club All Yrs @ Personal development room (EAD) – 4pm |
Information for each year group can be found here.
Trips and Special Events
We enrich students’ learning with a wide range of trips and events, such as:
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Duke of Edinburgh Award – with strong Bronze participation and an exciting expansion to Silver
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Residentials – Year 8 PGL at Boreatton Park (team-building and outdoor adventure) and a Year 7 “Getting to Know You” trip at Gulliver’s World
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Language Trips – immersive cultural and linguistic experiences abroad
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Science Visits – exploring research and discovery in London, Paris, and CERN (Geneva)
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Skiing in Europe – a popular trip for sport and adventure
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Theatre Visits – including An Inspector Calls and a London West End production
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Summer Day Trips – from Alton Towers and the Trafford Centre to Kinder Walks, High Peak Walks, and cultural tours of Manchester
Impact on Students
These opportunities help students grow into well-rounded individuals, building resilience, creativity, and a strong sense of community. They prepare our young people not only for exams, but for a fulfilling future where they can thrive and make meaningful contributions to society.