Extra activities at Bamford Primary School

At Bamford Primary we are proud to present many opportunities for children to try out new experiences and activities. There are many options to consider. Clubs take place at lunchtimes and before or after school.  The list changes throughout the year, so please keep an eye out for further information.

 

Music Tuition

Our range of musical instrument tuition continues to expand and we now can offer lessons in the following:

Guitar - John Patterson

Brass - Chris Burge

Wind instruments: flute, clarinet, saxophone, recorder - Jane Taylor

Toots/flutes with Schools Music Partnership - for Y3/Y4/Y5/Y6

Piano and Violin - Helen Coleman

Please contact the school or the music teacher directly if your child is interested in lessons. It is also very worthwhile completing the form 'Begin making arrangements for instrument tuition...'  on the Derbyshire Music Education Hub website to enquire about lessons as there are a several different subsidies for lessons available - your child's information will be checked against subsids.

Additionally, class Ash and Willow both receive dedicated music lessons with Mrs Taylor, a music specialist. See: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKQP-WuElq8

 

Wrap around Care and School Clubs

We offer a wide variety of clubs after and before school.  These options change from time to time so it is a good idea to keep an eye out for new clubs.  All clubs must be booked via the school office and payment made (where applicable) by ParentPay.

 

Before-School Clubs

Breakfast Club 07:45 - 08:40 Mon - Friday - £5 per child or £4.50 per sibling for 2+ siblings

We have a well-attended breakfast club which is run daily. Please see the separate page for breakfast club news.

Morning Maths Club - Tues and Thurs 08:10 - 08:40 - Free

Morning maths club is specifically for Y5 and Y6 children and provides additional support and learning time for developing mental mathematics skills, including times tables and arithmetic skills.  It is run by Mrs Gemmell.

 

After-School Clubs

Fencing  - Mon 15:30 - 16:30  - £3.55/session, half term blocks

Adam Blight Fencing

 

Chill Club - Tues 15:30 - 16:30  - Free

A fun and inclusive session to hang out with friends. This club encourages children to take turns, develop strategic thinking and sharing. 

 

Sports Clubs - Weds 15:30 - 16:30 - £3.55/session, half term blocks

Wednesday - Sports/ Basketball/ Netball - Anna Bland

 

T'ai Chi  - Thurs 15:30 - 16:30  - £3.55/session, half term blocks

Snap Dragon T'ai Chi

 

Homework Club - 15:30 - 16:30 Fri - Free

Mrs Gemmell and Mr Friend run a homework club. This club is available to all children Y5 - Y6 and is a quiet space for learning.  Children are invited to bring along their homework where they can complete it in a supported environment.  The club also offers an opportunity for children to ask for additional help with any aspect of their learning.  For many, this is an ideal chance to complete homework prior to busy weekends. 

 

Peak Time Kids Club

Peak Time is an after-school club attended by children from many of the Hope Valley Schools and is based in Hathersage Primary School.  They provide childcare every night until 6.00 pm; for which there is transport provided from Bamford Primary. Peak Time also offer school holiday childcare. Please see the website for more details:  www.peaktimekidsclub.com