Afterschool Clubs
Afterschool Clubs - Lower & Middle School
Michael Hall offers a varied programme of afterschool clubs and activities, giving students opportunities to be creative, active, learn new skills and spend time with friends beyond the school day. The Lower & Middle School afterschool clubs that will be offered at Michael Hall, from September, are detailed below:
To book a club - please follow the link: Rafyo
🪴​For all after-school club queries please email: [email protected]🪴
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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Clay Club |
Needle Felting |
Needle Felting |
Needle Felting |
Creative |
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Dungeons & |
Dungeons & |
Dungeons & |
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Tennis Club Classes 6-8 |
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Choir Club |
Choir Club |
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Basketball
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Netball
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Water Sports Clubs: |
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Craft Club |
Craft Club |
Craft Club |
Craft Club |
Craft Club |
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Study Club |
Study Club |
Study Club |
Study Club |
Study Club |
Our programme includes regular afterschool provision as well as specialist clubs led by Michael Hall staff and external teachers and instructors.
Students who need to remain at school after their school day has finished while waiting for a school bus, the Upper School day to finish or a later collection must be booked into Craft Club, Study Club or another appropriate afterschool club for this time.
Bookings for afterschool clubs are made through Rafyo, where families can find current dates, times, costs and availability.
Bluebells - Classes 1 - 3
Previously known as Afternoon Club, Bluebells is our afternoon provision for children in Classes 1 - 3 once their short day has ended.
Children enjoy a gentle afternoon rhythm, including lunch together, outdoor play, stories, creative activities and opportunities for imaginative play in a warm and nurturing environment.
Families can book the regular day or days they require, with ad hoc sessions also available subject to availability.
Craft Club - Classes 1 - 5
Craft Club replaces Homework Club for our younger students and provides a relaxed, creative and supervised space at the end of the school day.
Students can enjoy a variety of activities including crafting, drawing, reading, board games and outdoor play, providing a balance of creative, social and quieter activities.
Craft Club is also suitable for students who need to remain at school while waiting for the Upper School day to finish, a school bus or a later collection.
Regular weekly places and ad hoc sessions are available.
Study Club - Classes 6 - 8
Study Club replaces Homework Club for Middle School students and provides a quiet, supervised space at the end of the school day.
Held in the Library, students have access to PCs, reference books and other library resources. They can use the time for homework, reading, research and independent study.
Study Club is also suitable for students waiting for a school bus, the upper school day to finish or a later collection.
Regular weekly places and ad hoc sessions are available.
Needle Felting - Classes 3 - 5 & Classes 6 - 8
Led by Cecily-Kate, Needle Felting Club gives students the opportunity to discover the wonderfully tactile craft of needle felting.
Students will learn and develop felting techniques while working on creative projects and creating their own felted pieces to take home.
Separate sessions are available for Classes 3 - 5 and Classes 6 - 8.
Choir Club - Classes 4 & 5
Led by experienced music teacher Kate Smith, Choir Club is a welcoming and joyful opportunity for students who love to sing.
Students explore a wide variety of songs, developing their listening, musical confidence and enjoyment of singing together, and beginning to build towards beautiful harmonies.
No previous choir experience is required and students do not need to be able to read music.
Clay Club - Classes 4 - 8
Led by ceramic artist, potter and designer Ximena Heasman, Clay Club gives students the opportunity to explore the creative possibilities of working with clay.
Students learn traditional hand-building techniques including pinching, coiling and slab construction, as well as different ways of decorating their work using slips and glazes.
Projects and inspiration are provided, while students are also encouraged to develop their own ideas and individual creations.
Dungeons & Dragons - Classes 4 - 8
Led by Jason, Dungeons & Dragons Club offers students the chance to enter a world of collaborative storytelling, imagination and adventure.
Working together, students create characters, solve problems, make decisions and see where their adventures take them, developing creativity, teamwork and problem-solving skills along the way.
Creative Rhythmic Gymnastics - Classes 4 - 8
Led by Creative Rhythmic Gymnastics Instructor Zuleika Wild, this expressive and energetic club combines gymnastics, dance and movement with traditional rhythmic gymnastics apparatus.
Students develop coordination, flexibility and gymnastic skills while exploring creativity and individual expression through movement.
All apparatus is provided.
Tennis Club - Classes 6 - 8
Led by local tennis coach George Ross, Tennis Club offers an enjoyable and inclusive environment for students of all abilities.
Through a mixture of drills, games and match play, students develop tennis techniques, footwork, coordination, tactical awareness, confidence and sportsmanship.
Sessions take place outdoors on the tennis courts where possible and move into the gym during poor weather.
Separate sessions are available for Middle School and Upper School students.
RYA Stage 1 Sailing - Classes 6 - 8
Led by the team at Weir Wood Sport and Leisure, this introductory sailing course is designed for Middle School students who are new to sailing.
Students develop practical sailing skills and confidence on the water through structured, hands-on sessions while working towards their RYA Stage 1 award.
No previous sailing experience is required. Students who successfully complete Stage 1 will have opportunities to progress through further stages of the sailing programme.
Watersports Club - Classes 6 - 8
Led by the team at Weir Wood Sport and Leisure, the Watersports Clubs give Middle School students the opportunity to get out on the water and experience a variety of different activities.
Sessions may include kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, sailing, windsurfing, SUP games and team challenges.
Activities vary according to conditions, giving students the opportunity to develop new skills, confidence on the water and experience different watersports in a relaxed and supportive environment.
No previous watersports experience is required.
Basketball Club - Classes 7 & 8
Led by the Gym Team, Basketball Club offers students a fun and active introduction to basketball through a mixture of skills, games and team activities.
Students will develop dribbling, passing, shooting and coordination, while building confidence, teamwork and an enjoyment of the game.
No previous basketball experience is required.
Netball Club - Classes 7 & 8
Led by the Gym Team, Netball Club offers Middle School students a fun and active opportunity to develop their netball skills through drills, games and match play.
Students will develop passing, movement, shooting and teamwork, while building confidence and an understanding of the game.
All levels of experience are welcome.
Booking
Full details for each club, including current dates, times, costs and availability, can be found on Rafyo
For any questions about afterschool clubs, please email: [email protected].
Afterschool Clubs - Upper School
The Gym clubs offered at Michael Hall are detailed below. Clubs will be reviewed throughout the year.
If you would like your child to attend a gym club please fill in the consent forms here for gym and here for yoga
Please follow the link to book clubs: Rafyo
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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Basketball Classes 9-12 |
Self-defence & Fitness Classes 9-12 4:15 - 5:30 |
Volleyball Classes 9-12 |
Yoga Classes 9-12 4:15 - 5:15 |
Tennis Classes 9-12 4:15 - 5:15 |
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Sailing / Rowing taster sessions Classes 9-12 4:15 - 6:30 |
Over the school year, a variety of lunchtime clubs will be offered. Students will be informed of these opportunities as they become available, and details will be added here and on Rafyo.
Tennis Club - Classes 9 - 12
Led by local tennis coach George Ross, Tennis Club offers an enjoyable and inclusive environment for students of all abilities.
Through a mixture of drills, games and match play, students develop tennis techniques, footwork, coordination, tactical awareness, confidence and sportsmanship.
Sessions take place outdoors on the tennis courts where possible and move into the gym during poor weather.
Separate sessions are available for Middle School and Upper School students.
Basketball Club - Classes 9 - 12
A fun and engaging basketball club led by Sussex Storm Basketball coach, Dan Reilly. Focusing on skill development, teamwork, and fostering a love for the game that lasts a lifetime.
We provide a supportive environment where young players can grow both on and off the court. From basic fundamentals to advanced techniques, we offer a comprehensive curriculum that adapts to each player’s skill level and aspirations.
Self-Defence & Fitness - Classes 9 - 12
A fun and inclusive club for Upper School students combining self-defence skills, non-contact boxing and fitness training.
Led by Olly Room, sessions will include boxing skills and techniques, broader self-defence training and fitness circuits, helping students develop fitness, coordination, confidence and practical skills in a safe and supportive environment.
Volleyball Club - Classes 9 - 12
Volleyball Club, led by the Gym Team, offers Upper School students an energetic and enjoyable opportunity to develop their volleyball skills through drills, games and match play.
Students will develop serving, passing, setting and teamwork, while building confidence and enjoying playing together.
All levels of experience are welcome.
Sailing Tasters - Upper School
Upper School students have the opportunity to try sailing without committing to a full course.
Led by the team at Weir Wood Sport and Leisure, students will get out on the water, learn some of the basic skills involved in sailing and build confidence in a relaxed and supportive environment.
No previous sailing experience is required, and families can choose from the available dates and book individual sessions.
For more information, or to book a club - please follow the link: Rafyo - Clubs
🪴​For all after-school club queries please email: [email protected]🪴
Bluebells - Afternoon Club
Bluebells is the new name for our afternoon provision for children in Classes 1, 2 and 3, previously known as Afternoon Club. While the name has changed, Bluebells continues to offer the same warm and nurturing afternoon care for our younger children.
Bluebells runs from Monday to Friday, from the end of the class day until 3:10pm. Collection is from the Mansion Gate, unless your child is booked into an after-school club.
Children enjoy a gentle afternoon rhythm, including lunch together, outdoor play, stories, creative activities and opportunities for imaginative play.
Booking Bluebells
All Bluebells sessions must be booked online through Rafyo. Your child must have a confirmed booking before attending.
Regular Bluebells places are booked for a full term. When you select a day (or days), you are committing to that regular booking for the whole term.
The fee is £25.00 per session and is charged in advance. As places and staffing are arranged according to termly bookings, sessions cannot be refunded, credited, swapped or rescheduled if your child is unable to attend.
If you wish to pay using Tax-Free Childcare, please select the Tax-Free Childcare payment option when booking through Rafyo. Payment is then made directly to the school by arrangement with the Accounts team. Please contact [email protected] to arrange this.
If you wish to change or cancel your regular Bluebells booking for a future term, please give at least one month's notice by emailing [email protected].
Lunch
Please provide your child with lunch, either as a packed lunch from home or by ordering a school lunch on .
Early collection
If you need to collect your child before 3:10pm, please email [email protected] in advance with the date and collection time. On arrival, please report to Reception and a member of staff will bring your child to you.
For any questions about Bluebells, please contact [email protected]. All bookings should be made through Rafyo.
Homework Club
Please note that Homework Club has now been replaced with:
- Craft Club for Classes 1-5
- Study Club for Classes 6-8
If your child travels home on the school bus and is in Classes 1–8, they will need to be booked into an age-appropriate club to cover the time between the end of the school day and bus departure.
To book a place, please sign up here: Rafyo - Clubs
🪴​For all after-school club queries please email: [email protected]🪴





