Academic Pursuits
At Gordon's School, there is a wealth of academic enriching activities within the school's co-curricular programme ranging across all subjects and interests. Through this, we also offer a number of identified academic groups the opportunity to participate in local, regional, national and international events where they can challenge themselves further and compete against other schools.
We like to highlight the importance of learning new skills, such as public speaking or designing, and provide our students with the best possible opportunity to develop themselves and enrich their learning outside the classroom.
Click below for further details of what is on offer.
DEBATING
The ability to argue one’s point is an essential life skill. The ability to resolutely argue
Model United Nations
Students can participate in debates and discussions about real issues affecting the world.
Arabic
From September, we are offering both Beginner and Intermediate Arabic for our students.
British Sign Language
Native BSL users experience communication barriers every day. By learning BSL, our students
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Classical Civilisation
This is an exciting and new Period 7 activity whereby students can learn all about ancient
Coding
Develop programming skills and confidence needed to thrive by using new technologies to create
CREST Awards
CREST gives young people aged 5–19 the chance to choose their own subject and methodology when
First Aid
First aid is the first and immediate assistance given to any person with either a minor or
Geology Club
This is part of our Year 7 Academic Carousel and explores everything to do with Geology!
German Conversation
Practise speaking conversational German with a native speaker. An opportunity for students
Latin
Start learning a new language today! Latin provides a key to many different languages such
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An opportunity for a group of students to come together to make Gordon’s a more inclusive place
Mandarin
Mandarin is available for selected students in Year 8 and Year 9 working towards the GCSE.
Med/Vet Soc
This activity is primarily aimed at our Year 12 and 13 students who want a career in either
Missing Maps
Each year, disasters around the world kill nearly 100,000 and affect or displace 200 million
Mock Trials
This exciting new activity is for all those who have an interest in law. This involves learning
Private Study
This club provides students with the opportunity to conduct further learning and to dedicate
public speaking
Gordon's is a regular competitor at the English Speaking Union competitions including the prestigious
Quizzical Minds
Run by our very own Quiz Master, Mark Eaden, this is an opportunity to familiarise our Year
Robotics Club
Students have been enjoying using their engineering, programming and problem-solving skills
Science Club
Science Club is aimed at students from Years 7-9. Some of the students' favourite activities
STEM
Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths provides students with the opportunity to take part
Young Enterprise
Undertaking the Young Enterprise Programme allows students to operate a live Business with