Here at Forest our extensive range of clubs and activities is designed specifically to ensure the unique and natural talents of every child are recognised and encouraged. Scroll down to learn more about the clubs on offer.
Chess Club is run by former British Ladies Champion Sarah Longson (nee Hegarty). All children will learn the basics of the game and we will then move on to more advanced strategies. The classes will include both taught material and lots of games so the children can practise. Sarah coaches several members of the England junior squad and is keen to develop some champions from Forest!
Session Dates: 9th January – 27th March inclusive.
Cost per Session: £11.00
To register for a place for the Spring term please email: admin@ukchess.co.uk
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are NOT currently accepted for payment of this club.
Diddi Dance is a high energy, engaging class for preschool aged children. We explore a difference theme of dance each term, introducing a love of movement to children that will hopefully last a lifetime. We follow the EYFS, so this class is educational whilst having lots of fun too.
Session Dates: 6th January – 31st March inclusive.
Cost per Session: £8.00
To register for a place for the Spring term and any queries please email: natalie.battista@diddidance.com
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
After School Cricket – Open to all abilities with sessions focusing on technical improvements in the first half and then having fun in the second half of sessions playing modified games.
Session Dates: 8th January – 2nd April inclusive.
Please note there will be no Cricket on Wednesday 5th February.
Cost per Session: £6
To register for a place for the Spring term and for any queries please email: coachingnb7@gmail.com
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are NOT currently accepted for payment of this club.
All payments must be made before the club starts at the beginning of term.
There are two groups for Football Club, for both boys and girls. Group 1 is for Year 1 and 2 and Group 2 is for Year 3 and 4. Players joining the club will develop their football skills and technique, with focus on the fun and enjoyment of playing small-sided football. We welcome players of all abilities.
The course is run by experienced F.A. qualified coaches in a friendly, supervised environment. Each session includes a warm up, skills/technique work and small-sided games and competitions. The course takes place outside, so players need their Forest mid-layer top and base leggings/tracksuits and PE sweatshirts. Players also require training shoes (no boots) and a drink and/or snack.
Session Dates: 6th January – 31st March inclusive.
Cost per Session: £6.50
To register for a place for the Spring term and for any queries please navigate to: https://www.soccerwise.co.uk/holiday-club/after-school-football-club/
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are NOT currently accepted for payment of this club.
All payments must be made before the club starts at the beginning of term. Child Care Vouchers are not accepted as payment for this club.
At Jam Coding, our goal is to help improve children’s digital skills. This game building workshop will teach children from Reception to Year 6 how to code and build their very own 3D computer game. Children will have fun creating interactive animations and games using visual coding. Working in teams, they will learn how to think logically and solve problems. At the end of the course, all children will receive a certificate and one team will receive a trophy!
Session Dates: 8th January – 2nd April inclusive.
Cost per Session: £7.00
Please note there will be no session on Wednesday 5th February.
Please click here to book for Reception – Year 2: https://portal.jamcoding.franscape.io/class-overview/3669
Please click here to book for Year 3 – 6: https://portal.jamcoding.franscape.io/class-overview/3670
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider for the term.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are NOT currently accepted for payment of this club.
For any queries please email: warrington@jamcoding.com
Be creative..be expressive…be designers…be happy….be you! Just Be Arty extra curricular club will allow children to have a fun packed after school art session using a huge range of activities, materials and projects. Children can let their imaginations run wild as they explore painting on canvases, clay, crafts and even jewellery making.
Please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Thomson for more information. Places are limited for each session.
Session Dates: 6th January – 31st March inclusive.
Cost per Session: £9.00
To register for a place for the Spring term and any queries please email: ethomson@forestschool.co.uk
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are not presently accepted for this club.
Kicks Dance South Manchester is owned by Cara and our club at Forest Preparatory School is run by Wendy. Kicks Dance is all about having fun, getting fit and enjoying a range of dance styles in a safe, friendly environment. At Kicks, dance is about experiencing the joy of music and movement – we don’t focus on technique but instead encourage children to simply have a go and express themselves! We believe that dance should be inclusive and accessible for all children – our classes aim to show that dance is not only fantastic for promoting physical well-being, it’s also a great way to boost children’s self-confidence and support their mental health. So please come along and have a boogie with us!
Session Dates: 16th January – 3rd April (inclusive).
Cost per Session: £6.50
To register for a place for the Spring term and for any queries please email: cara@kicksdance.co.uk
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are NOT currently accepted for payment of this club.
All payments must be made before the club starts at the beginning of term.
Cooking club is for children from Reception – Year 2. Each session will be hands on with the children creating something different each week. This will include sweet and savoury dishes and will include dishes from around the world. Please be advised that places will be limited.
The cost of the club includes the cost of the ingredients, packaging and recipe card.
For more information or questions about ingredients and recipes please email: hbardsley@forestschool.co.uk
Session Dates: 10th January – 28th March inclusive.
Cost per Session: £10.50
Please note there is no session on 24th January or 14th February.
To register for a place for the Spring term please email: hbardsley@forestschool.co.uk
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are NOT currently accepted for payment of this club.
All payments must be made before the club starts at the beginning of term.
Culinary club is for children in Year 3 – 6. Each session will be hands on with the children creating something different each week. This will include sweet and savoury dishes and will include dishes from around the world. Please be advised that places will be limited.
The cost of the club includes the cost of the ingredients, packaging and recipe card.
For more information or questions about ingredients and recipes please email: hbardsley@forestschool.co.uk
Session Dates: 9th January – 3rd April inclusive.
Cost per Session: £10.50
Please note there will be no session on Thursday 23rd January.
To register for a place for the Spring term please email: hbardsley@forestschool.co.uk
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are NOT currently accepted for payment of this club.
All payments must be made before the club starts at the beginning of term.
The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) is one of the oldest drama schools in the United Kingdom. Since the 1880s LAMDA has offered speech examinations to the public. These examinations have been refined and developed and now not only can the children take exams in Poetry and Prose but also acting and Musical Theatre. In addition to being the UK’s largest statutory speech and drama awarding body, LAMDA examinations have a reputation for excellence across the globe.
The examinations help children of all ages and aspirations to:
Dawn Flint, who conducts the lessons, has a degree in Theatre and works freelance in Cheshire as a Musical Theatre and LAMDA Teacher. These lessons offer your child the opportunity to learn and develop another valuable life skill. The sessions take place with small groups of up to six children.
Session Dates: 8th January – 2nd April inclusive.
Please note there will be no LAMDA on Wednesday 5th February.
To register for a place for the Spring term and any queries please email: stagecraftacademyuk@hotmail.com
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are NOT currently accepted for payment of this club.
All payments must be made before the club starts at the beginning of term.
Dawn Flint (see LAMDA) will be teaching Musical Drama Club. Children who attend this club play games, learn dance routines and perform songs. They develop performance skills, improved speech and diction, gain more confidence and enhance their social and interaction skills. Most importantly, they will have fun! Places are strictly limited.
Session Dates: 8th January – 2nd April inclusive.
Please note there will be no musical drama on Wednesday 5th February and Wednesday 5th March.
To register for a place for the Spring term and any queries please email: stagecraftacademyuk@hotmail.com
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are NOT currently accepted for payment of this club.
All payments must be made before the club starts at the beginning of term.
Our Science Club has been set up and is being run by Mrs Paula Stokes. Her aim is to inspire her young members to foster a love of science and to enjoy questioning the world around them, proposing ideas and working towards finding the answers.
Mrs Stokes has worked in hospital and pharmaceutical research, and in university teaching laboratories. She has also taught science in a local, independent primary school.
There promises to be lots of fun, with every week being led as a ‘hands on’ practical or experimental session.
Speedy Ninja’s is all about building resilience, stamina, strength, focus and a sense of team spirit. It consists of various drills, obstacles and exercises encouraging children to stay active but enjoy at the same time.
During the course of the term, children complete various levels and acquire skills, both as an individual and as a part of a team and receive rewards after crossing every level (there are 3 levels to attain).
The club is open for children in the Lower School (Y1 – Y2) and Upper School (Y3 – Y6).
They are required to come in their PE kit and shoes, and bring a healthy nut free snack and water bottle for a good pre-session nourishment.
Session Dates: 16th January – 27th March inclusive.
Cost per Session: £6.00
To register for a place for the Spring term and any queries please email: speedy_ninjas@yahoo.com
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are NOT currently accepted for payment of this club.
Spanish Club is taught by Miss Saez.
Miss Saez is a native speaker, born in Valencia, Spain, and has experience tutoring Spanish, Catalan and English as an additional language.
Spanish Club offers interactive, fun and practical lessons, combining exciting games, story-telling, catchy songs and engaging cultural activities to make learning Spanish fun, easy and very useful.
Session Dates: 7th January – 1st April inclusive.
Cost per Session: £6.50
To register for a place for the Spring term and any queries please email: asaez@forestschool.co.uk
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are NOT currently accepted for payment of this club.
All payments must be made before the club starts at the beginning of term.
Spring Term 2025
A team of qualified LTA tennis coaches from Brooklands Tennis Club, led by coach, Kev Bhunjun and Head Coach, Gary Brown, will coach children keen to learn or improve their tennis skills.
Lessons are fun and varied, incorporating games and drills that are designed to encourage children to develop their tennis skills.
Session Dates: 10th January – 28th March inclusive.
Please note there will be no Tennis on Friday 14th February.
Cost per Session: £6:00
To register for a place for the Spring term or for any queries, please email: gary.brown1@sky.com
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are NOT currently accepted for payment of this club.
All payments must be made before the club starts at the beginning of term.
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In Journalism Club, you can take on the different roles of a newspaper team. There will be lots of roles on offer, such as photographer, interviewer, reporter, and copywriter. You will work collaboratively to think about what to publish and the roles will be assigned accordingly. You can write about issues you feel strongly about, and as a team, you will be reporting on key events in school.
Sign up and be a part of the Journalism Club to find out more!
Session Dates: 6th January – 31st March inclusive.
Cost per Session: £10
To register for a place for the Spring term or for any queries, please email: lknowles@forestschool.co.uk
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are NOT currently accepted for payment of this club.
All payments must be made before the club starts at the beginning of term and confirmation of place will only be given once payment has been received.
A fun, hands-on robotics and coding club designed to inspire creativity, build problem-solving skills, and encourage teamwork.
Session Dates:
Reception – Year 2: 29th April – 8th July incusive
Year 3 – Year 6: 2nd May – 4th July inclusive.
Please note there will no RoboThink for Years 3 – 6 on Friday 23rd May and Friday 27th June.
Limited to 24 children per session.
Cost per Session: £11
To register for a place for the Summer Term, please click on the following link: https://altrincham.robothink.co.uk/robothink-collection-7974-1426-8352-6590
All booking, payment and confirmation of places will be sent by the club provider.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to give a refund in the event of any dates clashing with school events, it is therefore the decision of parents as to whether the activity or lessons take precedence.
Child Care Vouchers are NOT currently accepted for payment of this club.
All payments must be made before the club starts at the beginning of term and confirmation of place will only be given once payment has been received.
