Extracurricular

Clubs, Competitions and Committees

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The Cathedral School takes pride in its extensive range of extracurricular activities, designed to offer students opportunities to develop a broad spectrum of skills beyond the classroom. These activities cater to all ability levels and interest areas, ensuring that every student can find something that excites and challenges them.

Our clubs and cultural activities provide students with the chance to engage in a variety of interests, from academic pursuits like robotics and debating to creative hobbies and cultural exploration. Language clubs, festivals, and special events promote global awareness and inclusivity, while clubs focused on environmental conservation, chess, and more, allow students to participate in competitions and community projects.

For those drawn to the arts and sports, The Cathedral School offers comprehensive programs in dance, instrumental music, speech and drama, and various athletic activities. Students can explore different dance styles, receive music training in a wide range of instruments, and develop their talents in theatre and performance. Our sports program caters to all levels, offering opportunities to compete locally and nationally, with experienced coaches dedicated to fostering both teamwork and individual growth.

Clubs

From the traditional to cutting-edge, our range of clubs continues to grow to allow students to explore their interests and meet new friends.

EXTRACURRICULAR OPTIONS

Japan Club, Leo Club, Chess Club, ISCF, SLAB Crew, Sustainable Guardians, Robotics Club, Drone Club.

Cultural

Highlighting the cultural traditions of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Australians. Students from Junior, Middle, and Senior Schools curate events and activities for NAIDOC Week each year.

EXTRACURRICULAR OPTIONS

NAIDOC Week Committee.

Dance

Dance TroupeThe Cathedral Dance Troupe offers students the opportunity to work as a team to create performance pieces for various school events and competitions, under the direction of our specialist Dance Instructor. Auditions are held annually for students who are passionate about dance and study the areas of Ballet, Contemporary or Jazz.

Private Dance Tuition – Group dance lesson are offered before and after school in Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, and Hip Hop styles. Classes cater to students of all levels and are run in our purpose-built dance studio with our specialist Dance Instructor.

EXTRACURRICULAR OPTIONS

Ballet (Junior), Ballet (Senior), Contemporary (Intermediate), Contemporary (Senior), Hip Hop (Intermediate), Hip Hop (Junior), Jazz (Intermediate), Jazz (Senior), Troupe (Advanced), Troupe (Junior).

Instrumental Music

The Cathedral School offers a comprehensive Instrumental Music Program, offering individual tuition in a wide range of instruments with programs suited to all levels, from beginner to advanced.

Participation in the Music Program instills qualities of cooperation, perseverance, and teamwork. The intellectual benefits of instrumental performance are extensive, and many students also achieve a high level of academic success.

EXTRACURRICULAR OPTIONS

Individual/Group Instruction, Large and Small Ensembles and Choirs.

Speech & Drama

Private speech and drama tuition is offered to individual, small, and medium groups. Our specialist teacher offers classes for individuals and small groups during school time, and medium groups after school. Students are given the opportunity to perform both in and out of the school community. They are prepared for competitions and exams upon request.

EXTRACURRICULAR OPTIONS

Individual Lessons, Small Group, Medium Group.

Sport

All students are encouraged to participate in the Interhouse Swimming, Cross-Country, and Athletics Carnivals with qualifying students representing Cathedral at interschool events. Weekly interschool sport is available to all students.

EXTRACURRICULAR OPTIONS

Athletics, Basketball, Basketball (Squad), Cross-Country, Equestrian Eventing, Hockey, Mountain Bike Academy, Netball (Club), Netball (School), Netball (Mixed), Rowing (Learn To Row), Rowing (Squad), Rugby Union, Rugby Union (7s), Rugby League, Soccer, Surf League, Swimming, Touch, Volleyball, Water Polo.