Co-Curricular

Drama, Art and Music

Our Drama programme brings stories to life through exciting performance opportunities, from theatrical productions to scriptwriting and improvisation workshops. Pupils can participate in annual plays, showcase their talents in school-wide productions, and explore drama both on stage and behind the scenes, with roles in set design, costume and lighting. From intense devised pieces to whole school musicals with a cast of a hundred, there is something for everyone.

Art at SCHS is all about creative expression and experimentation. Pupils work with a variety of media, including painting, sculpture, photography, and digital art, supported by expert guidance to build their skills and confidence. Regular exhibitions provide opportunities to display their work and share their achievements with the wider school community, and students’ work adorns the walls throughout the school.

Music at SCHS is a joyful and collaborative experience. Pupils can join ensembles, orchestras, choirs, and bands, with numerous opportunities to perform in concerts, recitals and school events from jazz concerts to opera to orchestral showcases. Our music programme encourages individual growth through instrumental lessons and theory classes while fostering a strong sense of community and shared passion.

Sport

All girls participate in sport, whether at a competitive level or for fitness, teamwork and enjoyment. Our commitment to inclusivity ensures every pupil has the opportunity to represent the school in competitive fixtures, regardless of experience or ability. With Teams A to F across key sports, all girls, from seasoned athletes to enthusiastic beginners, can participate, develop their skills, and take pride in playing for their school. Schools Sport Magazine ranked us within the top 100 independent sports schools in the UK (which places SCHS in the top 10% of all British schools). Major competitive sports include: Athletics, Cricket, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, Netball and Rowing.

Our pupils compete, and succeed, at local, regional, national and international levels. Recent achievements include:

• U13 Touch Rugby National Champions (2025)

• U16 British Milano Schools National Gymnastics Finalists (2025)

• Ball Cup Regatta Gold Medal – Rowing (2024)

• School Sports Magazine National Cup / Sisters n Sport National Competition / London Youth Games Gold Medallists – U12 Netball (2024)

Gymnastics

At SCHS, gymnastics is a key part of our co-curricular offering, where we proudly celebrate our pupils’ dedication and achievements. Last year, SCHS gymnasts demonstrated their skill and commitment in national competitions across various disciplines and age groups, bringing home impressive titles:

• U14 British Schools Floor & Vault – 1st Place Team
• U14 British Schools Floor & Vault (Individual) – 1st Place
• U16 Milano British Schools – 2nd Place Team
• U13 Milano British Schools – 2nd Place Team
• U13 ISGA Nationals – 2nd Place Team
• U15 ISGA Nationals – 2nd Place Team
• U14 Sports Acro British Schools – 3rd Place Team
• U13 English Novice Gymnastics – 1st Place Team

These accomplishments reflect the dedication of our pupils and coaches, as well as SCHS’s commitment to nurturing athletic talent. 

Kinza

‘Kinza’ is an Arabic term meaning ‘hidden treasure’. Streatham & Clapham High School’s ‘Kinza’ programme is one of the most exciting features of our curriculum and exemplifies our commitment to ‘fearless learning’.

Through the fortnightly Kinza sessions, each pupil has the opportunity to explore various types of subject enrichment freely, with no examination pressure at the end, all the while enjoying the process of learning and developing new skills. Each Kinza course reflects the personal interests and expertise of the teaching staff.

Our pupils rotate around a carousel of courses, giving them the opportunity to be bold and try out a variety of new activities, which are designed to provide academic stretch and challenge and an opportunity to collaborate with pupils, not in their classes or house. The Kinza programme is a salient feature of an SCHS education.

We aim enable every girl to achieve beyond the bounds of expectation on a daily basis, across the spectrum of endeavour. That’s why all of our enrichment options aim to inspire, nourish and develop each girl’s skills, experiences and imagination.