Sciennes Club Details

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Full details are below for each club, together with contact details, dates and pricing.

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Acappella Kids (P1-2)

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A fun singing class where we sing unaccompanied and learn a varied repertoire of traditional and more current songs. We play singing games, learn rounds and partner songs and use simple percussion instruments to help develop a sense of rhythm. The class starts with warm-ups, both physical and vocal and the children will learn correct singing posture, breathing techniques and important listening skills from singing unaccompanied. The children's self-confidence grows through regular opportunities to perform, and sing at events in school and the wider community.

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Cost:

• £3 per session (paid termly)

Location:​

• Room 8

Start/finish date:

• contact club leader for more information

Times:​

• Wednesdays, 14:50 - 15:20

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Club leader: Linda Carson

Contact: aklovetosing@gmail.com

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Acappella Kids (P3-7)

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A fun singing club where we sing a varied repertoire of traditional and contemporary songs unaccompanied. The class starts with warm-ups, both physical and vocal and the children will learn correct singing posture, breathing techniques, important listening skills and an inner sense of rhythm from singing unaccompanied. The children also enjoy learning simple harmonies and some movement in their songs. The children's self-confidence grows through regular opportunities to perform, singing at events in school and in the wider community.

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Cost:

• £4 per session (paid termly)

Location:​

• Gym Hall

Start/finish date:

• contact club leader for more information

Times:​

• Tuesdays, 15:20 - 16:00

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Club leader: Linda Carson

Contact: aklovetosing@gmail.com

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Art Club (P1-3)

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A practical and creative club, inspired by nature and led by artists. We focus on the processes and ideas behind sustainable art-making. To find out more, please follow this link www.artbudscollective.com​

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Cost:

• £11 per session

Location:

• Nature Strip (or occasionally room 3)​

Start/finish date:

• contact club leader for more information

Times:

• Tuesdays, 15:20 – 16:50

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Club leader: Lumai

Contact: artlumai@proton.com

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Art Creations (P4-7)​​

Do you love to draw, paint, and create?  Are you ready to explore your imagination and dive into the wonderful world of art? Then join our After School Art Club - where your creativity can soar.

 

Our Art Club is a fun and friendly space where you'll: Experiment with lots of cool art materials—from paint and clay to collage and beyond; learn new ways to express yourself through different art techniques; be inspired by your friends and let your imagination run wild; create awesome projects that you’ll be proud to show off

 

Whether you're a budding artist or love making things, this is the club for you.  We can’t wait to see what amazing things you’ll create.

Cost: £8 per session

Location:

• Discovery Den

Start/finish date:

• 10/01/2025 to 01/04/2025

Times:

• Fridays, 12:15 – 13:15

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Club leader: Nicola Lamond

Contact: nicolalamond@thecreationstation.co.uk or 07455 656777

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ASDT Drama

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At Make a Scene we conduct a weekly one-hour club designed to help students with self-expression, communicative development, coordination and self-esteem. Our classes work towards an amazing production put on for families and friends at the end of term.

 

There is a maximum of 15 children per session and the allocation of places will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Cost:

• contact club leader for more information (paid in advance by bank transfer)

Location:

• Gym Hall

Start/finish date:

• 15/01/2025 to 26/03/2025

Times:

• P1/2: Wednesdays, 15:20 – 16:20

• P3+: Wednesdays, 16:20 – 17:20

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Club leader: Brooklyn Newton

Contact: brooklyn@asdt-drama.com or 07891 669863

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Basketball (P3-5)

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Students need to wear comfortable clothing (including trainers), bring a water bottle and will go to class at the end of the session.

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Cost:

• £54 (12 sessions) to be paid here (ensure you also fill out the  registration form)

Location:

• Gym Hall

Start/finish dates:

• 10/01/2025 to 04/04/2025

Times:

• 07:45 to 08:45

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Club leader: Blaze

Contact: sciennesclubs@gmail.com

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Basketball (P6-7)

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Students need to wear comfortable clothing (including trainers), bring a water bottle and will go to class at the end of the session.

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Cost:

• £78 (12 sessions) to be paid here (ensure you also fill out the  registration form)

Location:

• Gym Hall

Start/finish dates:

• 10/01/2025 to 04/04/2025

Times:

• Fridays, 12:30 to 14:00

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Club leader: Blaze

Contact: sciennesclubs@gmail.com​

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Bike Club

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Learn road safety and bike tricks like wheelies and bunny hops.

Gain fitness and independence exploring the hidden quiet safe routes of Edinburgh with ex-Scottish champ Ross Crook and

Scott Robertson the Sciennes playground supervisor.

 

Cost: £6.50 per session in advance. More info and booking here

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Location: School grounds

 

Start/finish date:

• 17/02/2025 to TBC

Times:

P1/2s Wednesdays 15:00 - 15:35

P3-7s Fridays 12.30 - 13:30

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P1/2s Tuesdays 15:05 - 15:40

P3-7s Tuesdays 15:40 - 16:40

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Club Leader: Ross Crook & Scott Robertson

Contact: ross.crook@btinternet.com

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Chess

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Participants are taught an internationally recognised educational course that is informative, interactive, practical and fun, with the opportunity to test their skills by competing in school matches and chess tournaments.

The club leader is a chess Master, full-time chess teacher/national junior coach and one of Scotland’s top chess players. Some of his students have gone on to become British, European and Commonwealth champions.

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Cost:

• £65 per term

Location:

• Room 23

Start/finish date:

• 10/01/2025 to 04/04/2025

Times:

• Fridays, 12:05 – 13:05

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Club leader: Andrew Green

Contact: andrew@edinburghchessacademy.com​

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Crafty Sewing

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Sewing has many advantages, it’s therapeutic and helps with fine motor skills. In crafty sewing, we use colourful fabrics and textures to create a wide variety of beautiful items - such as tote bags, toys, and cushion covers, with all materials provided.

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Cost: contact club leader for more information

Location:

• Room 1

Start/finish date:

• contact club leader for more information

Times:

• Tuesdays, 15:20 –  16:05

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Club leader: Shahida Mehmood

Contact: shahidamehmood@hotmail.co.uk

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Creative Writing

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The Creative Writing Club is open to all children from P4-P7 interested in writing.

Writing stories doesn’t have to be scary, it can also be enjoyable! Our objective is to help children gain greater confidence in their imagination and abilities.

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Cost:

• £8.75 per session (including all materials and the occasional snack), payable at the start of the term

Location:

• GP room

Start/finish date:

• contact club leader for more information

Times:

• P4/5 (maximum 8): Tuesdays, 15:30 – 16:30

• P6/7 (maximum 10): Tuesdays, 16:35 – 17:35

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Club leader: Margaret Ries

Contact: margaret.ries@gmail.com or 07500 278856

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English as a second language (for young learners) 

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This club is for children who need more support in their reading, writing and phonics skills. Children develop those through different activities each week.

This club is P1-2 only.

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Cost:

• £7.50 per session

Location:

• Discovery Den

Start/finish date:

• contact club leader for more information

Times:

• Wednesdays, 14:50 – 15:30

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Club leader: Sheon Hong

Contact: sheonhong1218@gmail.com or 07894 346079

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Football (P3-5)

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Students need to wear comfortable clothing (including trainers), bring a water bottle and will go to class at the end of the session. This club is not the same as Sciennes Primary F.C., which is separate and runs on weekends.

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Cost:

• £54 (12 sessions) to be paid here (ensure you also fill out the  registration form)

Location:

• Gym Hall

Start/finish dates:

• 07/01/2025 to 01/04/2025

Times:

• Tuesday mornings, 07:45 to 08:45

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Club leader: Josh Walker

Contact: sciennesclubs@gmail.com

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Football (P3-7)

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Students need to wear comfortable clothing (including trainers), bring a water bottle and will go to class at the end of the session. This club is not the same as Sciennes Primary F.C., which is separate and runs on weekends.

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Cost:

• £49.50 (11 sessions) to be paid here (ensure you also fill out the  registration form)

Location:

• Gym Hall

Start/finish dates:

• 13/01/2025 to 31/03/2025

Times:

• Monday mornings, 07:45 to 08:45

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Club leader: Josh Walker

Contact: sciennesclubs@gmail.com

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Football (P6-7)

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Students need to wear comfortable clothing (including trainers), bring a water bottle and will go to class at the end of the session. This club is not the same as Sciennes Primary F.C., which is separate and runs on weekends. 

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Cost:

• £54 (12 sessions) to be paid here (ensure you also fill out the  registration form)

Location:

• Gym Hall

Start/finish dates:

• 09/01/2025 to 03/04/2025

Times:

• Thursday mornings, 07:45 to 08:45

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Club leader: Josh Walker

Contact: sciennesclubs@gmail.com

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Game Building (P2-4)

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Game coding helps develop teamwork, logical thinking and problem-solving. In this level 1 game-building workshop, children will learn how to code and build their computer game. To find out more, please follow this link www.jamcoding.co.uk

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Cost:

• £8.50 per session

Location:

• Room 6

Start/finish date:

• 13/01/2025 to 24/03/2025

Times:

• Mondays, 15:30 – 16:30

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Club leader: James Crawford

Contact: edinburgh@jamcoding.co.uk

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Game Building (P5-7)

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Game coding helps develop teamwork, logical thinking and problem-solving. In this level 2 game-building workshop, children will learn how to code and build their computer game. To find out more, please follow this link www.jamcoding.co.uk

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Cost:

• £8.50 per session

Location:

• Room 7

Start/finish date:

• contact club leader for more information

Times:

• Tuesdays, 15:30 – 16:30

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Club leader: James Crawford

Contact: edinburgh@jamcoding.co.uk​

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Gymnastics

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A popular club for all ages and all levels from beginners to advanced. Classes are run by ex-Scottish champion gymnast Gavin Chalmers and his team, a high-level coach with 20 years of experience.

Children receive coaching on apparatus including Floor, Vault, bars, beam, rings, and inflatable tumble tracks, as well as strength and flexibility conditioning with a medal and certificate at each stage.

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Cost:

• £8 per session (book here)

Location:

• Gym Hall

Start/finish date:

• 10/01/2025 to 04/04/2025

Times:

• P1/2: Fridays, 14:30 – 15:30

• P3/4: Fridays, 15:30 – 16:30

• P5-7: Fridays, 16:30 - 17:30

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Club leader: Gavin Chalmers

Contact: sciennesgymnastics@gmail.com or 07854 249104

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Korean

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The Korean club at Sciennes is for those interested in learning to read and speak Korean, Korean culture, K-pop music, K- drama, K-fashion, and K- Food. 

This club is P4-7 only.

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Cost:

• Free

Location:

• Discovery Den

Start/finish date:

• contact club leader for more information

Times:

• Tuesdays, 15.20 – 16.05

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Club leader: Sheon Hong

Contact: sheonhong1218@gmail.com or 07894 346079

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