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Extra Curricular

Below is a list of the weekly extra curricular clubs and activities at Hertswood Academy, including sessions before school, during lunch, and after school. Click the day of the week to expand.

Be aware that extra-curricular sports clubs generally change every half term. Return here for updates.

Monday Clubs & Activities

Before School (8:00 - 8:30am)

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

Basketball

Basketball courts

Football

Astroturf

Table Tennis

Table Tennis Tables

Badminton

Sports Hall, Miss King

Lunch

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

Basketball

Basketball Courts

Football

Astroturf

Table Tennis

Table Tennis Tables

After School

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

Tuesday Clubs & Activities

Before School (8:00 - 8:30am)

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

Basketball

Basketball Courts

Football

Astroturf

Table Tennis

Table Tennis Tables

Badminton

Sports Hall, Miss Hayes

Lunch

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

Basketball

Basketball Courts

Football

Astroturf

Table Tennis

Table Tennis Tables

After School

Book Club for All Years

2:45-3:45pm, Library, Miss Ogle

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

Dance for All Years

2:45-3:45pm, Dance Studio, Mrs Jamieson

Dodgeball for All Years

2:45-3:45pm, Squash Courts, Mr Smith

Drama Club for Y7-11

2:45-3:45pm, Drama OLS, Mr Zarinnarges

Fitness for All Years

2:45-3:45pm, Sports Hall, Miss Tinsley

Football for Y7 Boys

2:45-3:45pm, Astro, Mr Blackwell

Football for Y8 Boys

2:45-3:45pm, Astro, Mr Leggett

Football for Y8-9 Girls

2:45-3:45pm, Astro, Miss Hayes

Open Access Music for All Years

2:45-3:45pm, 161, Mr Hobbs

Rockschool for All Years

2:45-3:45pm, 156, Mr White, Mr Hobbs

Volleyball for All Years

2:45-3:45pm, Sports Hall, Miss King

Wednesday Clubs & Activities

Before School (8:00 - 8:30am)

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

Basketball

Basketball Courts

Football

Astroturf

Table Tennis

Table Tennis Tables

Badminton

Sports Hall, Mr Leggett

Lunch

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

Basketball

Basketball Courts

Football

Astroturf

Table Tennis

Table Tennis Tables

After School

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

Basketball for Y7-8

2:45-3:45pm, Basketball Courts, Mr Leggett

Dance for All Years

2:45-3:45pm, Dance Studio, Mrs Jamieson

Football for Y7 Girls

2:45-3:45pm, Astro, Miss Hayes

Football for Y9 Boys

2:45-3:45pm, Astro, Miss Tinsley

Football for Y10 Boys

2:45-3:45pm, Astro, Mr Robert

Harmony Hangout for All Years

2:45-3:45pm, 161, Miss Dunne, Mr Hobbs

Netball for Y9-10

2:45-3:45pm, Sports Hall, Miss King

Open Access Music for All Years

2:45-3:45pm, 161, Mr Hobbs

Thursday Clubs & Activities

Before School (8:00 - 8:30am)

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

Basketball

Basketball Courts

Football

Astroturf

Table Tennis

Table Tennis Tables

Badminton

Sports Hall, Mr Smith

Lunch

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

Basketball

Basketball Courts

Football

Astroturf

Table Tennis

Table Tennis Tables

After School

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

Basketball for Y9-10

2:45-3:45pm, Basketball Courts, Mr Blackwell

Football for Y9-10 Girls

2:45-3:45pm, Astro, Miss Hayes

Hertswood Voices for All Years

2:45-3:45pm, 161, Ms Shand, Mr Hobbs

Netball for Y7-8

2:45-3:45pm, Sports Hall, Miss King

Open Access Music for All Years

2:45-3:45pm, 161, Mr Hobbs

Rugby for All Years

2:45-3:45pm, Rugby Pitch, Mr Robert

Friday Clubs & Activities

Before School (8:00 - 8:30am)

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

Basketball

Basketball Courts

Football

Astroturf

Table Tennis

Table Tennis Tables

Badminton

Sports Hall, Mr Blackwell

Lunch

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

Basketball

Basketball Courts

Football

Astroturf

Table Tennis

Table Tennis Tables

After School

Culinera Restaurant Service

Canteen, Culinera

History Club for All Years

2:45 - 16:00, 131, Mr Thomson

Open Access Music for All Years

2:45-3:45pm, 161, Mr Hobbs

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✉️➜🎞️ We asked our Year 7 students at to write a letter to a Year 6 transition student. These are their own words. https://t.co/hgMrTk7nVu
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✨ Capping off our Art Exhibition, we're thrilled to showcase incredible A-Level art! Our talented students poured their effort into pieces on 'Union' & 'Surfaces'. 's Art team can't wait to see their creative futures flourish! More pictures at https://t.co/qTGLyUyvO6 pic.twitter.com/YzgcouehSl
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📷🤩 The recent Art Exhibition at was a dazzling showcase of our Photography students' incredible talent! An entire room bursting with their fantastic, professional-quality work. Huge thanks to all who visited and celebrated their vision! ✨ pic.twitter.com/XPVEhTw3SH
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⚽🤩 Year 7 & 10 had an amazing time with ! They brought their playoff trophy & answered questions about football and education. So inspiring, especially with BWFC Lead Academy Coach (& former Hertswood teacher) Micky Engwell joining them. Great visit! pic.twitter.com/PrDzQFpBpZ
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🎨🖼 More from 's talented Year 11 artists over their GCSE years. Our thanks to everyone who attended our recent exhibition and had such kind words about our students' progress and achievements! 🌟 pic.twitter.com/sh5IbH4osa
@ HertswoodUK - Jul 03, 2025
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🌷🐯🖌 's Year 11 Art students have produced some stunning work through their GCSE course, which was on full display at our Art & Photography Exhibition in June. More at https://t.co/qTGLyUyvO6 pic.twitter.com/VmZkzr7Ql9
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👟🌞 Next Thursday 's Year 8 students will be running the 'Race for Life' 5km run for Cancer Research UK, and would love to raise another great amount for the important cause. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Please consider donating at https://t.co/qHBCvI8ift -- Thank you! 🙏 pic.twitter.com/7soptZFrpL
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🌞🎵🎨 Don't forget to catch 's Summer Arts Evening, next Tuesday at 7pm! pic.twitter.com/pMrrkik4RO
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Exec Headteacher, Peter Gillett, launched 's latest fundraiser with his song 'Miracles Happen (Inside of You)', in support of 👇https://t.co/Y1QdecS6u1 Please donate if you are able, at https://t.co/13X1OYPjUf
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students loved watching London Mavericks vs. Nottingham Forest netball before half-term! 🏐 From the fan zone to a thrilling 57-48 Mavericks win, it was an amazing day. Even got a picture with the team! ✨ pic.twitter.com/q7dXYJJhgJ
@ HertswoodUK - Jun 06, 2025
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Huge congratulations to 's Sixth Form Senior Team for 2025-26! The students navigated a rigorous selection process, including nominations, applications, and impressive presentations to every year group. ✨ We are excited to see their positive impact on our community! pic.twitter.com/bJVksFutCI
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🤍🙏 Our thanks for the overwhelming support in our fundraising for Herts Mind Network. We smashed our target and set aim to a new goal of £5,000, with our Headteacher revisiting a track with an impromptu video! Please donate at https://t.co/DrzZAUll5bhttps://t.co/3on8cmMSob
@ HertswoodUK - May 29, 2025
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🏆 DOUBLE CHAMPS! 🏆 Huge congratulations to 's Year 9 boys' football team! Already District Champions, they played a thrilling match at Watford FC's Vicarage Road, winning 4-2 on penalties! What an achievement! pic.twitter.com/xvC3D3m0ez
@ HertswoodUK - May 23, 2025
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📸🍬 's Year 9 Photography students are serving up some incredible food photography! From pasta to sweets, they're mastering creative compositions & vibrant colours. So impressed with their creativity! ✨ pic.twitter.com/HI0xQTSwH0
@ HertswoodUK - May 23, 2025
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chemists tackled the UK Chemistry Olympiad! 🧪⚛️ We are very proud of our six A-Level students who independently prepared and excelled in this challenging competition. Developing real-world problem-solving skills! pic.twitter.com/DiOmQ8GQ6a
@ HertswoodUK - May 22, 2025
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Headteacher, Peter Gillett, launched 's summer fundraiser for Herts Mind Network. With his song 'Summertime Eyes' he shares a powerful and personal message of hope. 👇https://t.co/lcCSi6OR63
@ HertswoodUK - May 22, 2025
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📸✈️ Incredibly proud of Nandor (Year 9) who showcased his photography skills during VE Day in Central London earlier this month! He perfectly captured the memorial flyby, making excellent use of a fast shutter speed to get some fantastic shots. pic.twitter.com/2PRcjilLhg
@ HertswoodUK - May 21, 2025
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🎉🐶🐾 Happy 2nd Birthday, Ada! Our school dog had a barking good time at her birthday party, surrounded by students and staff! Lots of gifts, treats, music, and play. She brings so much joy to ! pic.twitter.com/DG0A3uw76F
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