Activity clubs for children in Years 1 to 6 will be available to book via Arbor on 13th July at 8:00 PM

• All club places must be paid for one term in advance. Your child is committed to the club for the full term. Please choose carefully, as no refunds will be given and it is not possible to switch to another club during the term.

• You cannot transfer a booked club from one sibling to another, or swap a place with another parent or carer as the registers are created on the booking name.

• Activity Clubs can only be booked via your Arbor account, unless the club information below states otherwise. Telephone bookings cannot be taken.

• Clubs run termly from 3.40pm to 4.40pm on their designated day. Please refer to the Autumn Clubs 2026 timetable for the full schedule, start and end dates, leaders and locations.

• If your child is collected late from their club on three occasions, they will automatically lose their place at the after-school club and no refund will be given.

• If your child has to be withdrawn from a club because of their behaviour, you will not receive a refund for the remaining sessions.

• All clubs scheduled to take place outdoors will remain outside, regardless of the weather, because clubs operate at full capacity. Please send your child to school with appropriate clothing.

• Please provide a healthy snack for your child on the day they attend an activity club.

Additional queries: please email the school office at office@coldfall.haringey.sch.uk

 

Autumn 2026 Club Descriptions

XL Performance offers exciting after-school American football sessions with a focus on inclusion and fun. The sessions welcome pupils of all skill levels and help children develop teamwork, confidence and key athletic skills in a supportive environment.

Join our club for all things stop-motion animation and filmmaking. Children will learn how to create animated films in 2D and 3D using tablet apps, and will also devise and shoot live-action films as part of a crew. The club is ideal for children who enjoy art, IT, creative writing, cameras and editing. Films are shared with parents and carers at the end of term. No experience is necessary. The course is run by Lucy Whitehead from Animating Education: www.animatingeducation.co.uk

Art Club is delivered by Sam Starr, an experienced art teacher who believes in building confidence and ownership in young artists. Children will learn about art and culture, explore different ways of working, and celebrate and play with lots of creative ideas. www.thestarryartroom.co.uk

Arts and Crafts is taught by Mrs Danisi. Children will use a range of materials and techniques to create varied pieces of art in a relaxed, creative setting.

These sessions are led by Mr Browning, our PE teacher. Athletics Club will focus on speed, fitness and general athletic skills, helping children build confidence and improve technique.

Basketball Club is led by one of our teaching assistants. The club covers all aspects of the game and aims to develop each child’s individual skill set through drills, teamwork and game play.

Capoeira Club London coaches prepare classes that develop concentration, co-ordination and confidence in a fun and friendly environment. This distinctive art form teaches acrobatic skills, supports balance and core strength, and helps children develop social skills. Participants also learn to sing and count in Portuguese. All coaches are insured, first-aid trained and DBS checked. www.capoeiraclub.co.uk

Chess is delivered by Kamlesh Karia. Children taught by Kamlesh have taken part in local and national competitions, winning trophies and gaining valuable experience of competing with others. Chess continues to be a popular activity at Coldfall.

Booking for this club is directly via Rookie Cooks and not via Arbor. Please book via www.rookiecooks.com. Children will cook a range of sweet and savoury dishes during the Autumn term. They will learn to follow recipes, weigh ingredients accurately, chop and prepare food safely, and work sensibly around kitchen equipment. Cooking also encourages creativity, teamwork, confidence and a willingness to try new foods.

This club is run by James from Middlesex Cricket. Children will learn and practise the skills needed to improve in cricket, using specialist drills alongside fun and varied games.

This club is for children who have an interest in running and would like to improve their stamina and confidence over longer distances. Sessions will include relaxed runs, interval training and conditioning exercises to help children look after their muscles.

J.K. Dance Academy, founded by Jessica Hewitson in 2003, is an independent dance school in North London. J.K. Dance provides an inclusive, kind and exciting environment for pupils of all abilities. Children will learn elements of modern, street, stage and freestyle dance, helping their confidence, skill and enjoyment of dance to grow. www.jkdanceacademy.co.uk

Dodgeball is led by Mr Hylton, our PE assistant. The club includes a range of dodgeball variations and teaches the specific skills needed to play the game safely, confidently and as part of a team.

Drama Club is run by Debutots and offers a blend of interactive storytelling and dramatic play. Sessions are designed to build self-confidence, encourage self-expression and nurture a love of language and story. Each week, original interactive stories transport children to an imaginary world where they become the characters, sounds and scenery of the tales. https://debutots.co.uk/finchley-hampstead-muswellhill/

Girls’ Football is run by Mr Hylton, our PE assistant. Sessions focus on skill development and small-sided games, covering the fundamentals of the game while developing confidence, teamwork and individual skill.

Juliette and Marcy provide after-school gymnastics sessions in partnership with Coldfall Primary. They have 20 years’ experience teaching gymnastics and dance in North London across general gymnastics, acro, cheer, pre-school and display gymnastics. With a strong focus on floor agility, children will explore and develop gymnastic technique in a fun and motivational space. Juliette also runs a community session from 4.45pm to 5.45pm on Wednesday afternoons for school Years 2-6. For more information and bookings, email Juliette at jthsport@gmail.com

Kingfisher Gymnastics Club is a long-established club, registered with British Gymnastics and London Gymnastics. The coaches are experienced and qualified, and staff hold current DBS and safeguarding certificates. Classes follow the British Gymnastics Proficiency Awards and focus on strength, flexibility, co-ordination and confidence. Children work on floor, table vault, springboards, beams and bars, with support tailored to individual needs.

Hockey is led by coaches from Southgate Hockey Club. Sessions focus on the fundamentals of the game, increasing skill and confidence while helping children master control using a hockey stick.

Lego Club is run by Miss Amoako and Mrs Lau, two of our teaching assistants. Children will develop fine motor skills, problem-solving and imagination by using Lego to build creations linked to a theme set by the leader.

Minecraft Club is delivered by Mrs Orford. Children work together to build a shared world and practise online communication and problem-solving skills in a safe, contained environment. The focus is on the collaborative, creative and social benefits of Minecraft and the joy of imaginative play.

Football clubs are delivered by Global Football Academy. Groups are mixed and divided according to year group. Sessions use small-sided games to develop teamwork and skills, with an emphasis on all children being active participants throughout.

These sessions are led by Mr Browning, our PE teacher, with support from former Coldfall pupils. Table tennis focuses on playing the game through friendly competition to build confidence and develop skills.

Multi-Sports is led by Mr Hylton, our PE assistant, and other members of the school team where scheduled. Children will play a range of sports and learn the specific skills needed to participate. Sessions focus on skill development, teamwork and small-sided games.

Skateboarding (Years 3-6)

No experience is needed—just turn up in trainers and get ready to roll! North London Skate Club provides all the equipment, including skateboards, helmets, protective pads, and ramps. Their DBS-checked and first-aid-trained instructors support every ability level, from complete beginners to confident skaters. Each session is structured, safe, and designed to help children stay active, build confidence, develop new skills, and have fun on four wheels.

Children should bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes and trainers.

Yoga and Mindfulness provides children with time to pause and become more aware of their breathing, body and emotions. Sessions support relaxation, flexibility, co-ordination and strength through breathing and stretching exercises, yoga poses, stories, mindful activities and colouring.

Frequently Asked Questions About Extra-Curricular Clubs

When do clubs run?

Clubs run for the duration of term time, from 3:40pm to 4:40pm. If the school is open, clubs are on. The only exception to this is when school closes early on the last day of term or if there is a special event, e.g.  Parents’ Evening or Fireworks Night – you will not be charged for these days.

What if a club leader is absent?

There are several ways in which a club will be covered in the event of a club leader being absent:

• A member of Coldfall staff will cover the club
• In some instances, the club leader will arrange cover in advance
• The children at the club will take part in a club run by Mr Browning or Mr Hylton that week

Can I book the clubs via Phone?

You can only book Activity Clubs via your Arbor account. Please note that we cannot take telephone bookings for these. 

Why can’t I find the club I am looking for on Arbor?

When a club is fully booked, they no longer appear on Arbor.

Can I transfer my child's booked club to another child?

Please note that you cannot transfer booked clubs form one sibling to another or swap with another parent. 

Why do certain days have more clubs for KS1 or KS2?

We try very hard to have a good balance of clubs available to all year groups on any given day; however we are limited by the days that external club leaders are able to deliver their sessions. 

What happens to outdoor clubs during bad weather?

All clubs scheduled to be outdoors will remain outside, regardless of the weather, due to clubs operating at full capacity. Please send your child to school with the appropriate clothing.

Why can’t more clubs be added to the timetable?

We are currently using all available spaces for extra-curricular clubs. To maintain high standards, as well as for health and safety reasons, we do not have more than 20 children in a club unless an additional adult is available to support this. We have added clubs to the program which has increased overall availability, but we cannot guarantee that your child will get a place in their first choice club.

My child really enjoyed a club. Why has it been cancelled?

Clubs will be cancelled for the following reasons:

• Lack of demand
• The club leader can no longer commit to delivering the club

Why don’t you keep a waiting list for clubs?

A waiting list would be very difficult for the school to maintain. It would take up a huge amount of time and would affect the day-to-day running of the office. To make the system as fair as possible, we will inform parents and carers of when the club bookings will open in good time. 

What is your policy on refunds?

All club places must be paid for one term in advance and your child is committed to a club for one term. Please make sure that you select a club that your child enjoys as NO REFUNDS will be given. It is also not possible to switch to another club during the term.

In the unlikely event that your child has to be withdrawn from a club due to their behaviour, you will not receive a refund for the remaining sessions. 

Please note that if your child is collected late on three occasions in one term, they will lose their place at their club and you will not receive a refund for the remaining sessions.