Co-curricular activities are central to life at Windlesham House. Our extensive programme provides opportunities for every pupil to discover talents, develop skills, build friendships, and simply enjoy themselves.
Windlesham House offers over 150 co-curricular activities throughout the year. This extraordinary range ensures every pupil finds activities they enjoy, whether their interests lie in sport, arts, academic pursuits, or practical skills. Activities take place during lunchtimes, after lessons, and at weekends, with different options each term.
Our 70-acre campus and exceptional facilities enable us to offer activities impossible in many schools. From sailing and shooting to beekeeping and robotics, pupils experience breadth of opportunity that develops well-rounded individuals prepared for the challenges and choices of modern life.
Throughout the year, pupils participate in major team sports with fixtures against other schools. These include:
We field multiple teams at each age group, ensuring opportunities for all abilities. A-teams compete at high levels in IAPS competitions, while lower teams focus on development, enjoyment, and participation. Coaching is delivered by specialist PE staff and external professional coaches.
Beyond major sports, pupils can participate in numerous individual and minor sports including:
Our Performing Arts Centre provides a professional venue for drama activities. Opportunities include:
Pupils can join numerous musical groups matched to their ability and interest:
Performances take place regularly in concerts, assemblies, and at external events. All pupils, regardless of ability, have opportunities to perform.
Beyond sports and performing arts, pupils can explore intellectual and creative interests:
Our location and facilities enable exceptional outdoor education:
Co-curricular activities take place at various times:
Lunchtimes
Drop-in clubs and practice sessions (12:30-13:15)
After lessons
Structured activities and team practices (16:00-17:30)
Weekend activities
Fixtures, trips, and special events for boarders and day pupils
We encourage all pupils to participate in co-curricular activities, though we balance this with ensuring adequate rest and free time. Most pupils participate in 4 to 6 activities per week. Boarders have additional weekend activities included in the boarding programme.
Most co-curricular activities are included in school fees. Some specialist coaching (such as professional golf or tennis coaching, external music or drama lessons) incur additional charges. Parents receive activity timetables before each term begins and can book online through our portal.
Yes, most activities allow trial sessions during the first 2 weeks of term. This helps pupils find activities they genuinely enjoy before making termly commitments. We encourage pupils to try new things even if they are unsure initially.
We have extensive provision for pupils who prefer individual or non-competitive activities. Options include swimming, golf, dance, creative pursuits, and academic clubs. Our philosophy is that everyone should find physical activities they enjoy, but these do not have to be traditional team sports.
Our school minibuses transport pupils to fixtures and activities at other venues. All transport is supervised by staff. For specialist off-site activities (such as sailing or climbing at external facilities), we arrange appropriate transport and ensure proper staff-to-pupil ratios.
Our current co-curricular programme is available on the school website. For specific queries about activities, please contact the Director of Co-Curricular via the school office.
