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Athletics

Athletics at Dame Allan's Schools

A range of clubs run in the summer term for all age groups as pupils develop their skills before taking part in various competitions, regionally and nationally. 

Badminton

Badminton

There are two badminton sessions each week. One runs for boys in Years 7-11 and one runs for girls in Years 7-11.

Basketball

Basketball at Dame Allan's Schools

Four basketball clubs run each week. There is a session respectively for Years 7 and 8, Year 9 and Year 10 and 11, run by Newcastle Eagles coaches. There is also a session for girls in Years 7-11 run by the Eagles' girls and women's development coach.

Cricket

Cricket at Dame Allan's Schools

A range of clubs run in the summer term for all age groups as pupils develop their skills before taking part in various competitions, regionally and nationally. 

Cross Country

Cross Country at Dame Allan's Schools

Cross Country clubs run regularly during the summer term and are open to all pupils.

Fencing

Fencing at Dame Allan's Schools

Fencing sessions run for both boys and girls in the Junior and Senior School. In the Junior School, Years 3 - 6 take part. In the Senior School, Years 7-13 take part.

Fitness and Running

Running at Dame Allan's Schools

Running clubs are in place across the Schools. In the Junior School, sessions run for KS1 and KS2 and a fitness club also runs for Years 5 and 6. In the Senior School, sessions run for Years 7 and 8 and Year 9 and 10. Some sports also incorporate running sessions into the week. For example, the 1st XV Rugby Captains' Run.

Football

Football at Dame Allan's Schools

Football clubs run across the Schools for boys and girls. In the Junior School there are weekly sessions for boys and girls in Years 1 and 2, and Years 3 and 4. There are also sessions for boys in Year 5 and Year 6 and a girls session for Years 4-6. In the Senior Schools, a session runs for girls in Years 7-11 and for boys in Years 7 and 8, Years 9 and 10 and Years 11-13.

Gymnastics

Gymnastics at Dame Allan's Schools

Gymnastics sessions run across the Junior School. Clubs run for Years 1 and 2, Years 3 and 4 and Years 5 and 6.

Hockey

Hockey at Dame Allan's Schools

Hockey clubs run across the Schools. In the Junior School, sessions run for Years 3 and 4, Year 5 and Year 6. In the Senior School, sessions run for girls in Year 7, Year 8, Year 9, Year 10 and Years 11-13. There is also a session for boys and girls in Years 7 and 8.

Karate

Karate at Dame Allan's Schools

Karate clubs run in the Junior School for pupils in Years 1- 6. One session runs for Years 1-3 and the other session runs for those in Years 4-6.

Netball

Netball at Dame Allan's Schools

Netball clubs run across the Schools. In the Junior School, there is a session for Years 5 and 6. In the Senior Schools, sessions run for Years 7 and 8, Years 9 and 10 and Years 11-13. There is also weekly shooting practice sessions for pupils in Years 7-13. 

Rowing

Rowing at Dame Allan's Schools

There are three different rowing clubs. For beginners, a six week learn to row course is available to those in Years 7-13. Rowing club runs for Years 7-13. There is also a rowing development squad for Years 7-13 .

Rugby

Rugby at Dame Allan's Schools

Rugby clubs run across the Schools. In the Junior School, sessions run for boys in Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6. A girls rugby club runs for Years 5 and 6. In the Senior School, sessions run for boys in Year 7, Year 8, Year 9, Year 10, Years 11-13 and the 1XV. A session runs for girls in Years 7-11. In addition, a rugby skills session and a touch rugby session runs for pupils in Years 7-13.

Sports Club

Sports at Dame Allan's Junior School

Sports club runs for Reception and for Years 1 and 2 to allow pupils access to a range of different sports on a weekly basis.

Squash

Squash

Squash clubs run across the Schools. In the Junior School, Years 4 -6 have a weekly session at the Newcastle University Squash Courts. In the Senior School, two sessions run each week at the Newcastle University Squash Courts for pupils in Years 7-13.

Strength and Conditioning

Strength and Conditioning at Dame Allan's

Various strength and conditioning sessions run across the week to help pupils get in the best shape possible to thrive in their relevant sport. There is a mixed session for Years 7 and 8. Sessions for girls in Years 9 and 10 and Years 11-13 take place weekly. Likewise sessions run for boys in Year 9, Year 10 and Years 11-13.

Table Tennis

Table Tennis at Dame Allan's Schools

Table Tennis clubs run in the Senior School for pupils in Years 7 and 8 and Years 9-11.

Tennis

Tennis at Dame Allan's Schools

A range of clubs run in the summer term for all age groups as pupils develop their skills before taking part in various competitions be it Dambledon in the Junior School, house competitions in the Senior School, or fixtures against other schools. 

Volleyball

Volleyball at Dame Allan's Schools

Volleyball is on offer in the summer term for pupils in Years 7-13. 

Dame Allan’s has a fine reputation for its sporting achievements at county, regional and national level. Numerous pupils have represented their county, region and nation, both during their time at the Schools and in their professional sporting careers after they have left. The Schools take great pride in offering a broad range of sporting opportunities for all pupils, irrespective of their abilities. Through our PE and games programme we want every pupil to develop their physical, social and emotional wellbeing. Ultimately, to create confident and physically active youngsters with the necessary skills to be used throughout their whole lives. 

Dame Allan’s is blessed with numerous onsite sporting facilities. Our latest addition is a new fitness suite designed to allow pupils to work on their strength and conditioning to improve their performances in their selected sports. The facilities are complemented by a group of knowledgeable and enthusiastic teachers and specialist coaches. A comprehensive and competitive fixture list runs across all major sports and all year groups, all year round. Additionally, the school runs a number of domestic, European and long haul international sports tours, including South Africa and Barbados. Further information on sport trips can be found on the trips and visits page of our website.

From beginner to elite athlete, we offer every pupil the opportunity to participate and develop in a wide range of sporting activities. The Schools' ‘major’ sports are rugby, hockey, netball, football and cricket but the range on offer extends to squash, athletics, tennis, badminton, basketball, rowing, cross-country, fencing, golf, swimming, table tennis and weight training/conditioning. 

In addition, the Schools enjoy strong links and partnerships with several local and elite level sports clubs, including Newcastle Falcons Rugby Club, Newcastle Eagles Basketball, Newcastle University Hockey Club, Tyne United Rowing Club and the Northumberland Tennis and Squash club. 

Being part of a sports team provides the opportunity to meet new friends, develop skills and find new passions. We value sport not only for the health and fitness benefits it provides but also for the values of enjoyment, discipline, resilience and teamwork. Our team of dedicated and passionate specialist teachers and professional coaches are on hand to provide high-quality tuition and guidance, helping each pupil fulfil their potential. 

With so many sporting opportunities every pupil can find something they enjoy, whatever their ability. Indeed, many students find themselves excelling in a sport they would not otherwise have thought to try. 

Mr A Barlow, Director of Sport 

Dame Allan's Colour Criteria

Dame Allan's Code of Conduct

Dame Allan's Sport: Fixtures and Results

“Many go on to representative honours regionally and nationally."Good Schools Guide

Sport:

A wide range of co-curricular activities and extensive opportunities in sports promote pupils' health and emotional wellbeing. Pupils participate enthusiastically in sporting activities, are proud to represent their school and many are highly successful.

 

Music:

Pupils demonstrate their well-developed music skills when playing in the orchestra and other ensembles; choral singing in the cathedral; and producing musical theatre performances. These many joint activities help to develop pupils' social skills prior to entering the sixth form and for future adult life.

 

Outdoor education:

Pupils recognise that these opportunities develop their self-confidence, resilience and leadership skills

 

Co-Curriculum