Trips and Visits
St Chris is based on the edge of Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, ideally located close to London, Cambridge and towns Hitchin and Stevenage yet also to surrounding countryside and Country Parks. We make a lot of use of our location with at least one day trip per class for students each term.
Students from Year 3 also take part in an annual residential trip each year.
An Extensive Programme of Clubs
In our Junior School, learning is not just a curriculum; it's a holistic experience that shapes the character and future of each child.
We have a thriving extracurricular programme of activities to inspire and empower children to play, work and have fun together. There are a wealth of activities on offer in the Junior School as well as the longer trips and and off site visits each term.
At St Chris we believe that the skills learnt and fun had within the extracurricular programme are fundamental to a fulfilled school life, and that they lead to happier, more well-rounded and confident children.
Sports Fixtures
Junior School students participate in a variety of sports fixtures throughout the year. Regular fixtures in the autumn and spring term are football and netball. In the summer term, we have rounders and cricket fixtures.
We also take part in swimming galas against various schools throughout the year. These run alongside our annual Inter House Sports Day and sports meets in other sports including summer athletics, tennis and tag rugby.
Music and Drama Lessons
St Chris has a thriving performing arts scene. In addition to the music and drama lessons that take place in the main school curriculum, we also offer a vast array of lessons by our large team of outstanding visiting teachers.
St Chris is also delighted to offer onsite weekly LAMDA training. LAMDA is the largest Speech and Drama Board in the UK and has a reputation for excellence worldwide.
LAMDA training is for pupils interested in theatre – whether it be performing or behind the scenes – and helps grow their confidence and build their communication skills.
Celebrating the Visual Arts
St Chris has a strong tradition in the visual arts, with creativity and self-expression featuring across the curriculum. St Chris provides a nurturing environment where budding artists can explore their talents and unleash their imagination.
The curriculum is carefully designed to introduce students to a variety of artistic mediums, techniques, and art history, cultivating a deep appreciation for creativity and self-expression. This is supported by a range of After School Clubs, initiatives like our annual Inter-School Recycled Fashion Show and regular opportunities for students to showcase their work.
