High School Activities
A wide range of activities is offered to High School students each week in four ‘activity seasons’ throughout the year, and all High School students are expected to participate, usually about three to four hours per week during lunchtime and after school. Many activities ask students for a six or 12 month commitment, and a few of these also request additional participation on weekends or during holidays.
A number of our activities are closely linked to the academic programme, particularly in the Arts and Performance category. There are numerous opportunities for students to extend their classroom learning in a professional-standard setting under the guidance of our experienced teachers and specialist educational support staff. However, our belief in the necessity of developing a balanced approach to life means that these activities are not limited to students who are taking the subjects in the academic programme.
For students in the IB Diploma, participation in the activity programme can, with prior agreement from their mentor, the CAS Coordinator and individual teacher-facilitators, potentially count towards some of the IB Core requirements in Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS). Student participation in CAS-linked activities is supported by an online system which assists students to structure their programme and reflect on outcomes as they record evidence of personal learning that is submitted to the IB for award of the Diploma.
Key Pointers
There are 4 Seasons in an academic year (ie Seasons 1, 2, 3 and 4).
Sign-up happens 2 times a year, ie Season 1 and Season 3. Refer to our Activities Calendar for key dates.
Sign-up for G9-G12 is done through the student's account.
Most activities are a double-season commitment except Dragons Sports Team.
Trials will be conducted for seasonal Dragons Sports Team.
Activity buses at 4:30PM are available only for registered bus users. For more information, please visit the Transport page.
Showcasing some of our High School Activities!
Are you keen to join any of these programmes?
Check out our full range of activities programmes on the UWCSEA CIMS Activities Portal or our Activities Programme Overview.
Activity Categories
Learn more about each category here.
Our Values In Action
Learning by doing – is at the heart of a UWCSEA education. Our students know that breadth and depth of understanding and knowledge is achieved not by academic inquiry alone, but by being connected to, and immersed in, the world around them.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice and Belonging in Activities
As a school our mission is to make education a force for peace and a sustainable future. UWCSEA is committed to being a community where all individuals have a sense of belonging, and where different identities and ways of being are respected and valued.
Gender Inclusion Guidelines for Sports
All UWCSEA students participate in physical activity classes and other sporting activities in a manner consistent with their gender identity, provided there are no significant concerns regarding student safety or equitable competition.
UWC EAST Development Centres
Did you know ... UWCSEA East has 3 Development Centres? Gymnastics, Swimming and Football run year-round programmes for students K1-Grade 12.
Click on the icons below to know more about the programmes.
Top 3 Frequently Asked Questions - High School Activities
I would like to start an activity club. How do I proceed?
Establishing a new activity is a learning opportunity. The process is rigorous to ensure that we offer a first-class experience for students at UWCSEA East. As activity leaders, students have a responsibility to produce learning experiences that will engage all students and allow them to follow their passions. Please read this document to under the process further.
What are some programmes I can join as part of my CAS experience?
There are many opportunities within the Activities Programme that will potentially count towards your IB Core CAS requirements for the IB Diploma. We encourage you to speak to your CAS coordinator if you are unsure or need further guidance.
Why are sports single season?
There are a number of reasons why we run seasonal sports at UWCSEA East Campus.
Firstly, we have a wide number of Dragons Sports which often require the use of the same facilities. So we can provide opportunities for a wide range of ages (some teams start at 8&U and run all the way through to 19&U) we run our Dragons sports across three seasons.
Secondly, so we can play fixtures against other schools, we need our season dates to match those of schools in both our local league (ACSIS) and other schools across South East Asia (SEASAC).
For our Junior School Dragons teams, we also encourage students to try a range of different sports so that when they reach Middle School, they have a stronger sense of where their sporting passions lie.
For those students who do want to practise the same sport all year round, we have paid Community Activities Programmes for Badminton, Football and Volleyball. Gymnastics and Swimming run all year round as we have full time paid staff and a dedicated facility to run these programmes.
Other Microsites
CultuRama
CultuRama is a vibrant panorama of the diverse culture represented at UWCSEA East.
Check out the CultuRama Website
Dance
Check out the UWCSEA Dance Website
Drama@East
As part of the activities programme, students can audition for roles in the Drama Production.
Check out the Drama@East Website
Innovation@East
Innovation@EAST guides students in developing an innovator’s mindset. This interdisciplinary way of thinking ruminates on problems, tinkers with ideas, and leads to enacting social impact with digital and physical ideas and a spirit of ethical imagination and resilience to solve local and global needs.
Check out the Innovation@East Website
Music Activities
Music ensembles in the activities programme foster well-rounded musicians. Students develop greater musicianship when rehearsing and performing with others.
Check out the Music Activities Website
East Home & Community Languages
Through the Home & Community Language program, students can choose to study their mother tongue language, which is the language spoken in the student's home, and receive support from language teachers who are native speakers of that language. The program offers a range of language classes, including but not limited to Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Hindi, Tamil, and French.
Check out the East Home & Community Languages Website
Dragons Activities Top
The Dragons Activities top is specifically designed for students who participate in various activities. The top is also made available for parents, staff, and members of the community to wear it, as it helps build a strong Dragons identity and boosts our school spirit collectively.
Purchase yours now from the School College Shop.
