Art and design are more than creative pursuits—they enhance problem-solving, critical thinking and self-expression. Whether painting, photography or digital media, these activities offer a fulfilling way to explore ideas and develop lifelong skills.
Want to expand your creativity and challenge yourself in new ways? Join an extracurricular art and design activity!
Weekly clubs
We offer a rich variety of creative clubs and societies to allow students to continue to explore their artistic side, even if they no longer take art as a subject, or to extend and develop their skills and understanding beyond the curriculum.
Individual development and self-expression are supported through practical work involving a range of traditional and new media, from drawing and photography to animation and film. Art Department staff are all practising artists and designers, who bring a wide range of knowledge and expertise in painting, printmaking, ceramics, 3D design and new media to the School.
Our Junior Department and Lower School Art Clubs offer students individual development and self-expression, while our Ceramics Clubs and Jewellery Club give the space and opportunity to experiment and try new creative practices. At GCSE, artists can work on their projects in Sketchbook Club and at drop-in sessions, and in Year 11 and Sixth Form, select students are invited to our Life Drawing Club to explore a new medium.
Explore the full range of Beyond clubs and societies available:
Summer art exhibition
Our annual summer art exhibition transforms the school into a creative showcase, featuring stunning work across all year groups, highlighting the public exam work from GCSE and A-Level Art students. This is a celebration of the students’ dedication, technical skill and personal artistic journeys. It provides a fantastic opportunity to celebrate their achievements and gain insight into the breadth of talent within our school.
Trips
First-hand experiences bring art to life. We offer trips to leading galleries, museums and inspiring natural settings. A sample of the trips we run include:
- Juniors and Lower School: sketch in the wild at the Botanical Gardens and Harcourt Arboretum
- GCSE Art students: a four-day trip to Cornwall explores sculpture gardens, historical sites and Tate St Ives
- Sixth Form: A-Level artists and MFL students immerse themselves in Paris, visiting iconic landmarks and world-renowned galleries
These experiences deepen artistic understanding and broaden creative perspectives.
