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Upper and High School clubs include a wide range of academic and competitive activities. Examples include Business & Economics Debate Society, Economics Competition, Maths Competition, Model United Nations, Chemistry Club, Physics Club and Computer Science. Many clubs are student led and foster critical thinking and collaborative skills. Some teacher-led courses are available each year; details are available from the Admissions Team.
Clubs and activities in the arts include Art Club, Drama productions, Film & Content Creation, and the Fashion Show. These opportunities allow students to develop creativity and performance skills outside the classroom. Many clubs are student-led.
Culture and language activities include the Asian Culture Society and Spanish Film. These clubs promote cross-cultural understanding and language-related exploration. They offer intercultural experiences beyond standard lessons.
Social and hobby clubs include Chess, Futsal, and Trading Card Game. These clubs provide after-school opportunities to connect with peers and pursue interests beyond the classroom. Many clubs are student-led.
Service Learning Clubs include ACS Eco Club, Cancer Relief Group, Education for Madagascar, Gardening, Knit for Peace, Refugee Action Club, Pass on Hope, Our Minds First and more. These groups engage in local and global outreach projects and charitable work. They complement academic study with civic involvement.
The Duke of Edinburgh Award is available, and National Honor Society is listed. Students can develop leadership and professional skills through clubs such as the Business & Economics Debate Society, Investment Club, Economics Competition, and Model United Nations. Many of these opportunities are student-led and supported by faculty as needed.
Wellbeing and fitness are supported by sport oriented clubs such as Yoga, Athletic Development and Futsal. These activities complement physical education and promote health and teamwork. Some clubs are fee-based and others are free; details are available via the Admissions Team.
ACS International School Cobham sits on a 128-acre estate in Cobham, Surrey, providing a co-educational international day and boarding experience for ages 2 to 18. The campus centers on Heywood House, with the Lower School Village opened in 2024 after a £10 million investment, expanding facilities around the historic mansion. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and Advanced Placement (AP), alongside an American curriculum, and awards a NEASC-accredited High School Diploma recognized by North American colleges. Senior, Middle and Lower Schools feature specialist laboratories, Apple technology IT labs, and a dedicated University Counselling zone. The Discovery Centre, libraries, an Innovation Centre with 3D printers and laser cutting, and a 500+ seat Poularas Performing Arts Centre support STEM, arts and media. Extracurricular life includes Esports, a 25m pool, a 280-seat sports arena, six tennis courts, a 5km cross-country course, and a Forest School programme for fieldwork and exploration.