Clubs and activities

With access to our innovative Creative Learning Centre, our pupils love to debate. They have the opportunity to debate in competitions such as: LSE Schools, Oxford Schools, Cambridge Schools, ESU Public Speaking and the International Young Debating Competition. Model United Nations is another popular activity amongst our 5^th and 6^th Form pupils, with the option of partaking in MUN conferences.

Love board games and card games? Our pupils can join Board Games club or take on a 'secret role' as 'The Hunter', 'The Fortune Teller', 'The Witch' and many others as part of the weekly 'Werewolves Club'. Alternatively, choose to engage in a battle of wizards as part of 'Magic the Gathering', indulge a love of all things Hogwarts-related at 'Harry Potter Club' or perhaps learn the tactics involved in a game of Bridge, with instruction from our team of Bridge coaches.

Our experienced GB chess coach offers both one-to-one tuition and fun sessions as part of the many activities on offer. There are opportunities to compete in regional and national competitions, such as the Eton Rapidplay, the Butler Cup, the England Closed Championships and the South of England Junior Championships. The Brighton College Chess team finished 6^th in the last year’s Under 19 Nationals.

Whether passionate about geographical issues, fascinated by the chance to engage in historical or philosophical debate or just keen to discuss a favourite author with like-minded peers, our pupils are able to attend a wide range of weekly academic societies. There are academic societies for every subject, which are frequently pupil-led, with staff and guest speakers also invited in to lead discussions on university level topics.

Our pupils can relax, unwind and take time out from a busy day at school with activities such as yoga or our weekly mindfulness sessions. Our art, DT and photography departments also offer activity slots for pupils to realize their creative interests, while clubs such as cake decorating remain a firm favourite with our younger pupils. A wide variety of sports are also available in activity slots to complement those offered as part of our extensive Games programme.

Inspired by a love of science and curiosity in the world around us, our younger pupils can learn through interactive activities such as Dissection Club, Science Club and Lego Robotics. Coding clubs are on offer to both senior and junior pupils, whilst 5^th and 6^th Form pupils can further explore their interest in STEM subjects through groups such as Medical Society.