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Extra-Curricular Activities comprise a diverse range of clubs and sessions in sports, arts, STEM, and personal development. ESM Active provides paid after-school enrichment delivered by external partners, including 'active body' and 'active mind' options such as robotics, languages, music, coding, and traditional sports like football, basketball and tennis. Sign up via GEMS Connect, and the 2024-2025 ECA Booklet outlines the Primary and Secondary ECA programmes.
Arts are included within the ECA offering as part of the diverse clubs beyond the curriculum. The programme supports creative expression through sessions in performance, visual arts, music, and related activities alongside sports and STEM. The Drama Room is among the facilities that support performance-based activities.
Languages are included in ESM Active's 'active mind' options, alongside robotics, music, and coding. Language clubs and language development sessions are available as after-school enrichment. These activities complement classroom learning and help students develop linguistic and cultural awareness.
ECAs are designed to promote social interaction and collaborative skills. Participation develops teamwork, communication, and leadership across a range of activities. The school's sports teams participate in leagues, such as the DASSA league, demonstrating sportsmanship and competitive spirit.
Leadership development is a core aim of the ECA programme, with opportunities to take on roles within clubs and lead activities. Participation in diverse ECAs helps students develop leadership and professional skills such as planning, teamwork, and time management. The programme encourages students to pursue new passions and demonstrate initiative in collaborative settings.
ECAs support physical and emotional well-being by offering active body activities and structured enrichment. Sports such as football, basketball and tennis promote physical health and teamwork. Personal development and mindful activities are included as part of the holistic well-being focus.
