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Our rich and diverse extracurricular activities (ECA) programme offers students a wide range of opportunities to explore their interests, develop new skills and connect meaningfully with peers.
Largely led by our passionate and experienced DBIS teaching staff, the programme fosters strong relationships and extends learning beyond the classroom. Through their involvement, staff nurture student interests and model a love of lifelong learning.
Designed to be broad and inclusive, the ECA programme encourages curiosity, creativity and confidence – regardless of a student’s background or experience. Families are invited to browse the detailed descriptions on this website to find the opportunities that best suit their child.
Complementing our academic curriculum, the program is organised into five key categories:
Complementing our academic curriculum, the program is organised into five key categories:
Creative & Performing Arts
From music ensembles and drama productions to visual arts and dance, students can express themselves artistically and showcase their talents throughout the school year.
Recreational & Competitive Sport
Through individual and team sports, students stay active, develop athletic skills and represent the school in competitions that build teamwork and school spirit.
Outdoor & Adventure
These ECAs invite students to embrace challenge, build resilience and develop a sense of environmental stewardship through activities such as hiking, orienteering and nature exploration.
Service & Leadership
Grounded in the values of empathy and initiative, this category empowers students to take on leadership roles, participate in service projects and make a positive impact within and beyond the school community.
Skills & Inquiry
ECAs in this area support academic curiosity and skill development, offering opportunities to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and the Humanities through inquiry-based learning and competitions.
Each term, the ECA offerings are influenced by staff and coach availability, seasonal weather conditions, and the schedules of relevant competitions.
EYFS and Primary ECAs include multi-sports, dance, music, language development and creative arts, encouraging young learners to build confidence and curiosity.
Secondary students have access to a broad selection, including competitive sports, Model United Nations, debate, robotics and leadership programmes. Unique offerings such as Strive Athlete Development, DJ Club, and the Award for Young People (AYP) further enrich the experience, ensuring there is something for everyone.
Paid ECAs & Community Partners
Paid ECAs & Community Partners
Most ECAs are free for students and are facilitated by DBIS faculty, but there are some which incur a charge to compensate external facilitators such as robotics or to purchase significant single-use materials for students; this may be the case for a range of specific art or craft ECAs and the cooking ECA, which requires the purchase of ingredients.
Our ambition is to work with trusted and reputable community partners to expand our ECA programme and opportunities for our students. If you are a vendor or parent interested in offering a paid ECA, or you are interested in exploring ways to work with the school and support the community, please complete this jotform, and we will be in touch shortly.
ECA Cancellation Guidelines & Key Conditions
ECA Cancellation Guidelines & Key Conditions
Cancellation Reasons:
Thunderstorm warning or amber, red or black rainstorm warning.
Typhoon warning signal No. 8 or above (Year 1 to Year 13); Typhoon signal No. 3 or above (FS-1 and FS-2).
Moderate to heavy rainfall (at the discretion of the Leadership Team, Head of PE or activity leader).
Air quality levels at 200 or above at the designated location for the activity.
Any other condition that may negatively impact the physical or emotional wellbeing of students, as determined by the Leadership Team, Head of PE, or activity leader.
Cancellation Deadlines:
Before-school activities – By 6.30am, where possible (note: sometimes warnings may be issued after 6.30am).
After-school activities – As early as possible, given the specific circumstances of the activity.
Conditions:
Students who require a PFTA throughout the school day will also need this support during ECA activities.
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