We offer a broad and exciting programme of after-school activities that encourage children to develop new skills and talents, and find their passion beyond the classroom.
We believe that co-curricular activities are an important part of a child’s education and encourage each child to really take advantage of what’s on offer.
We have a thriving and popular performing arts co-curricular programme for our Lower School students. This includes orchestra and choir for students in Grades 3 and 4.
The orchestra offers an opportunity for all students to play in an ensemble group from a beginner level. The orchestra takes part in concerts with ensembles from other divisions throughout the year. The choir provides our students a chance to sing with others here at school in concerts and larger experiences like Young Voices at Wembley.
Our Private Music Lesson programme is available for all of our students, either during the school day or after school, focusing on specific instruments from the flute to the trombone.
Students can audition to join our annual Lower School theatrical production, which is rehearsed and performed in our Performing Arts Centre for an audience. We have also attended the MTI Junior Theatre Festival in Birmingham twice with a shortened version of the production and won an award for our ensemble work.
The music performance programme is rooted in the curriculum, with event opportunities including concerts, recitals, whole-school choral and instrumental performances, and an annual summer concert.
Our Lower School students benefit from our world-class sports facilities, including football pitches, a sports arena, a competition-sized swimming pool, a floodlit all-weather astro turf pitch, a 400m track, and tennis courts.
Sports available include football, basketball, cross country, track and field, swimming, and tennis. Our Clubs programme has grown to include jiu jitsu, tag rugby, pickleball, jump rope, inline skating, and table tennis.
Participation is a key focus for our school, and students are encouraged to try different sports throughout the academic year.
Our comprehensive Swim School follows the Swim England Learn to Swim Stages. This programme allows students to build on basic fundamental skills and progress into more advanced aquatic disciplines.
Our competitive Swim Team starts in Grade 2 and provides individuals with a platform to compete at Regional, National, and International levels.
Lower School has competitive sports teams, Cougars, in football and swimming, and any child can try out for these teams.
A typical selection* of after school activities can include:
| Swimming | Chess | Fencing |
| Track and Field | Gardening | Soccer |
| In Line Skating | Lower School Choir | Art Club |
| Brazilian Ju Jitsu | Tennis | Science |
| Lazer Tag | Tag Rugby | Magic |
| Gymnastics | Cheerleading |
*clubs are subject to change
Developing a love of learning in young children is so important, and this is something that ACS Cobham truly values and is demonstrated by the teachers and the experiences that they create every day.
Lower School Extended Day
Starting 22nd April 2025, we will offer an Extended Day Club to provide a safe, engaging, and convenient option for families.
Available for all children from Pre-K (UK Year Reception) to Grade 4 (UK Year 5) and led by our dedicated after-school specialist team, the programme runs every school day after school until 6:00pm, with an early drop-off option available from 7:45 AM (school starts at 8:30 AM).
Located in the Lower School Dining Hall, adjacent to the playground, playing fields, and tree houses, the club offers a well-structured programme of activities, along with refreshments and a sandwich tea.
At just £15 per session, it ensures easy collection from the Dining Hall, making it the perfect solution for busy families.
