Clubs
We currently offer a range of the following clubs which take place at the end of the school day.
Most of the clubs are free of charge and run by class teachers, however a few clubs are run by external professionals and incur a small fee which can be paid in advance via ParentPay. All clubs are allocated at the start of each term – we aim to give every child a club of their choice. We ask children to nominate 1st, 2nd and 3rd choices and do our best to ensure children get their 1st choice as often as possible (although this is not always possible, of course!).
As well as clubs, we offer a suite of individual and group music lessons. These all incur a charge which can be paid for on ParentPay.
Below is a list of some of the clubs we have offered and continue to offer in most cases (this list is subject to change each term):
Music Clubs and Lessons
- Violin (group and individual lessons)
- Keyboard (group and individual lessons )
- Trumpet (individual lessons )
- Ukulele Club (Year 3 +) )
- Guitar (Group and individual lessons)
- Choir groups (Years 5/6 and Years 3/4, by audition)
Domino racing
In this club children work together to build elaborate domino racing set ups (and enjoy the excitement of releasing them at the end of the session). Great for developing patience, fine motor skills and team work.
Takes place on: Thursday
Year Group(s): Reception, Year one and Two
Cost: FREE
Art and craft
Variety of art and craft activities using mixed media
Takes place on: Thursday
Year Group(s): Reception, Year One
Cost: FREE
Gardening Club
We will be growing flowers, vegetables and herbs. We shall be taking care of the natural environment, seeking out who lives underground and to see the wildlife who live and visit our garden.
Takes place on: Tuesday
Year Group(s): Nursery, Reception, Year One
Cost: FREE
Coding club
Exploring the world of Scratch and Python and getting to grips with creating our own short programmes.
Takes place on: Thursday
Year Group(s): Year 4, 5 and 6
Cost: FREE
Mandarin Chinese club
Learning the language, culture, geography and history etc. of China.
Takes place on: Thursday
Year Group(s): Year One, Two and Three
Cost: FREE
Gardening club
As the growing season is underway our plants at Charles Dickens need tending to. We focus on planting foods and herbs so the children learn about where their food comes from. This gardening group is responsible for planting, transplanting and harvesting our produce from the beds, trees and greenhouse. Learn the skills to grow your own food whilst helping the school teach its students about the importance of plants.
Takes place on: Friday
Year Group(s): Year Four, Five and Six
Cost: FREE
Chess club
Playing chess – limited capacity of 12 children
Takes place on: Wednesday
Year Group(s): Year Four, Five and Six
Cost: FREE
Cooking club
Learn how to make healthy snacks and delicious treats.
Takes place on: Monday
Year Group(s): Year three, four, five and six.
Cost: FREE
Parent and child library session
A chance for parents and children to enjoy the library together.
Takes place on: Wednesday
Year Group(s): All year groups
Cost: FREE
Library club
Stories and rhymes for the very youngest children.
Takes place on: Monday
Year Group(s): Reception year 1
Cost: FREE
Thames Festival Choir
Choir to learn a range of songs for performance outside of school.
Takes place on: Wednesday
Year Group(s): All year groups (Currently full)
Cost: FREE
Knitting club
Learn the knitting basics.
Takes place on: Wednesday
Year Group(s): Years five and six
Cost: FREE
Collage and colouring club
Have the chance to unwind after school with a relaxing collage and colouring club. All art materials will be provided but feel free to bring your own colouring pens and pencils!
Takes place on: Friday
Year Group(s): All year groups
Cost: FREE
World Cinema Club
Join Mr Huxley’s World cinema club as we journey through a diverse selection of motion pictures from around the globe. The children will experience films from as far flung places as Japan, New Zealand and Saudi Arabia. We will explore topics of representation, storytelling and the art of cinema. Most of the films are subtitled so this club also offers the bonus of lots of reading too!
Takes place on: Monday
Year Group(s): Years four, five and six
Cost: FREE
Story telling
Story telling club
Takes place on: Monday
Year Group(s): Tiny Tim and Trotwood 3.15 – 3.45
Cost: FREE
Needle work club
Learning basic stitches that could turn into a lifetime hobby just the way I do.
Takes place on: Friday
Year Group(s): Year Two and Three
Cost: FREE
Yoga
This club filled with games, stories, imaginative play, and activities that will engage you and give you the tools to feel calmer, happier, and more peaceful inside!
Takes place on: Thursday
Year Group(s): Years four, five and six.
Cost: FREE
Storybook and cartoon club
Storybook/ cartoon club – each week children come up with a short story or cartoon and write and draw up their ideas.
Takes place on: Wednesday
Year Group(s): Years one, two three, four, five and six.
Cost: FREE
Movie club
Watching educational movies
Takes place on: Monday
Year Group(s): Tiny Tim and Trotwood 3.15 – 3.45
Cost: FREE
Phonics clubs
Using Floppy Phonics’ to develop fluent reading skills.
Takes place on: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday
Year Group(s): Year one (Invite only)
Cost: FREE
Spanish club
For children that are new to Spanish and would like to learn through fun activities and games!
Takes place on: Wednesday
Year Group(s): Years two and three
Cost: FREE
Word connect games
Connect the letters to create words. Find all words and fill all the empty spaces.
Takes place on: Thursday
Year Group(s): Years one, two, three, four, five and six.
Cost: FREE
Football/games
A games and ball games club.
Takes place on: Thursday
Year Group(s): Reception and year one
Cost: FREE
Pilot club
Learn the theory of flying; the history of flight; and the wonder of the world around us.
Takes place on: Thursday
Year Group(s): Years one, two, three, four, five and six.
Cost: FREE
KS1 home learning club
Your child can attend on their own or with a parent. A chance to complete home learning, use the computers/library and ask for support from a member of teaching staff.
Takes place on: Tuesday
Year Group(s): Years one and two
Cost: FREE
KS2 home learning club
Your child can attend on their own or with a parent. A chance to complete home learning, use the computers/library and ask for support from a member of teaching staff.
Takes place on: Monday
Year Group(s): Years three, four, five and six
Cost: FREE
Art
Dr Mulvenna will lead an inspiring and creative opportunity for the children.
Takes place on: Monday
Year Group(s): *Full from last term *
Cost: Free
Story making club
Enhance your child’s creative thinking through this exciting story writing club.
Takes place on: Monday
Year Group(s): Years 1&2
Cost: Free
Native French
For children who want to extend their spoken and written French.
Takes place on: TBC
Year Group(s): Invite only
Cost: Free
Football
Learn to be part of a team, enhance your skills and fitness.
Takes place on: Thursday Friday
Year Group(s): Yrs 5 & 6, Yrs 3 & 4
Cost: Free
Choir
Join the CDPS choir.
Takes place on: Monday and Friday
Year Group(s): Invites only
Cost: Free
Fun Maths
Games to further develop their understanding of number.
Takes place on: Tuesday
Year Group(s): Reception
Cost: Free
Jewellery making
Make jewellery and take it home.
Takes place on: TBC
Year Group(s): Reception and Year 1
Cost: Free
Fitness club
Develop your personal fitness.
Takes place on: Wednesday
Year Group(s): Yrs 4, 5, 6
Cost: Free
Karate
Join Karate Sensei Michael, who will teach your child karate to a high standard.
Takes place on: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri
Year Group(s): All ages
Cost: PAID
Boxing
Join Ian in developing fitness and boxing skills.
Takes place on: Tuesday
Year Group(s): Yr 3& 4
Cost: PAID
First Aid club
Learn basic first aid skills.
Takes place on: Tuesday
Year Group(s): Y1 to Yr 6
Cost: PAID
Rebound
Develop fitness and core strength using the trampettes.
Takes place on: Thursday
Year Group(s): Y1 to Y6
Cost: PAID
Street Dance
Join Sarah and develop the love and passion of dance.
Takes place on: Friday
Year Group(s): Yrs 3,4,5,6,
Cost: PAID
