An addition to the co-curricular calendar enjoyed by Years 10 to 13
Sport
Cricket
An outstanding tradition exists for cricket throughout the school's history; a major boys' and girls' sport
Sport
Cross Country
The annual Castle Run, Gould Cup & Willis Plate are highlights on the school's calendar
Sport
Football
One of the three major boys’ sports; we take part in the Independent Schools Football Association each year
Sport
Hockey
Competitive matches played weekly against local independent & state schools; one of the three major girls’ sports
Sport
Rowing
Years 10-13 row at CBWAC as part of their Games lessons each week
Sport
Rugby
As former Rosslyn Park Finalists, the school is renowned for its quality in rugby; one of the three major boys' sports
Clubs
Skiing
Seniors and Sixth Formers enjoy ski trips to France & Austria, while our younger pupils practice their skills at Cardiff Ski Centre
Clubs
Squash
Keen squash players can sign up for this after school activity at Cardiff Squash Club or play as part of the Games curriculum in Years 10 to 13
Sport
Netball
1st VII U19 Urdd National Champions Netball & U16 Runners Up, Year 11 County Netball Tournament (2016/17); one of the three major girls’ sports Netball
Sport
Rounders
One of the three major girls’ sports
Clubs
Judo
Weekly training for Juniors from former Commonwealth Games competitor
Performing Arts
Dance
Almost 20 classes each week for girls and boys; ballet, jazz & tap
Sport
Rugby 7s
U14 Dean Close Vase Winners (2016/17), following a successful season
Clubs
Public Speaking
Opportunities to represent the school at various competitions including those run by CEWC Cymru & The Rotary Club
Performing Arts
Drama
Recent performances include High School Musical, Alice The Musical and Joseph & His Technicolour Dreamcoat
Clubs
DofE Award
Bronze, Silver & Gold levels delivered by our own dedicated staff; 70% of participants from Years 10-13
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Eco Schools
A range of eco-related activities take place, including the up keep of the Junior Garden & a Recycled Fashion Show
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Head's Award
An anticipatory version of DofE for pupils in Years 7-9, highlighted as an example of best practice by Estyn
Clubs
Computer Games
Infant pupils improve their use & control of ICT skills through interactive games
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Outward Bound
Opportunities to take part in a varied programme of kayaking, canoeing & white water rafting
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Phoenix Society
The Phoenix Society is open to all Seniors, but primarily aimed at those holding academic scholarships, providing challenging extension opportunities
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Strength & Conditioning
Our new gym is available to Years 7 to 13 before and after school. Specialist support is provided for respective senior squads
Clubs
Theatre Appreciation
Seniors with a love of the theatre have the opportunity to see the latest stage productions at the New Theatre & Wales Millennium Centre
