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After-School Activities
After School Activities
Our Activities for 2025/2026
Our 2025/2026 After School Activities Programme offers students a wide range of engaging experiences in areas such as arts, music, science, and sports. Please note that these activities are not included in the tuition fees, and fees are charged per term.
Chess
Develop strategic thinking, focus, patience, and problem-solving skills while learning and playing chess.
Happy Code PYP
Explore programming and robotics through interactive projects, fostering problem-solving and coding skills in young learners.
Happy Code MYP
Dive into advanced programming and technology, developing innovative projects and refining problem-solving skills.
Inventors
Unleash creativity and curiosity by designing and building innovative projects in a hands-on environment.
Sailing
Set sail and learn the fundamentals of sailing while exploring teamwork, balance, and navigation skills.
Show Dance
Express yourself through movement and rhythm while learning dynamic dance routines and techniques.
After School Clubs
Our Clubs for 2025/2026
In the 2025/2026 academic year, students can join a variety of clubs to develop their interests, enhance their skills, and explore their creativity. Participation in these clubs is included in the tuition fees.
Board Games
Enjoy strategic, social, and fun challenges with a variety of games.
Book Study
Explore stories and develop reading skills while discussing ideas and themes in books.
Choir
Develop vocal skills and perform harmoniously in a collaborative environment.
Debate Club
Enhance critical thinking, public speaking, and persuasion through lively debates.
English Games
Learn and practise English through fun, interactive games that build language skills.
English Support I
Build confidence in reading, writing, and speaking through tailored English support sessions.
English Support II
Strengthen reading, writing, and speaking skills through targeted English support sessions.
Fitness Club
Stay active while improving strength, coordination, and endurance in fun fitness sessions.
Homework Club
Provide a supportive space for children in which to complete their homework and ask questions.
Junior Basketball
Develop basketball skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a fun environment.
Junior Football
Develop football skills through fun drills, teamwork, and friendly competition.
Mandarin I
Introduction to Mandarin, focusing on basic vocabulary and conversational skills.
Mandarin II
Intermediate class, expanding vocabulary, grammar, and conversation skills for learners.
Math Olympiad Prep
Build problem-solving skills and confidence through focused math competition practice.
Maths Support I
Make maths fun through games and activities that develop early maths skills.
Maths Support II
Solve puzzles and tackle fun problems to strengthen maths concepts and reasoning.
Maths Support III
Strengthen problem-solving and numeracy skills through personalised math sessions.
MUN
Develop public speaking, diplomacy, and leadership skills through global debates.
Open Court
Open Court is a relaxed time to play sports and practice.
Portuguese Support
Advanced support for language learners, focusing on fluency and complex skills.
Racket Games
Develop coordination, agility, and fun skills through engaging racket games.
Senior Basketball
Enhance skills, strategy, and teamwork in competitive senior basketball sessions.
Senior Handball
Develop teamwork, agility, and strategy in a fun and competitive environment.
Sewing Club
Learn sewing techniques and create projects while developing creativity and fine motor skills.
Storytime
Unleash imagination through creative storytelling and interactive group activities.
Visual Arts I
Explore creativity through various art techniques and express unique ideas.
Visual Arts II
Develop advanced artistic skills and create personalised, meaningful art projects.
Volleyball
Improve teamwork, agility, and skills in competitive senior volleyball matches.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You may find answers to many common queries here — before contacting us directly. We hope these help guide your decision to join ISS Madeira.
Have more questions?
Fill in the form available in the School Office to enrol your child in the after-school activities.
Yes, students may join several activities per day as long as the timings of the chosen activities do not overlap.
EY & PYP – at lunchtime and 3.20 – 4.10 pm
MYP & DP – at lunchtime and 4.15 – 5.15 pm
ISS provides transport for activities held off-campus; however, parents are responsible for collecting their child at the activity location.
Transportation is provided from the school to off-campus activity locations, but parents are required to pick up their child at the activity venue once the session ends.
Yes, students are encouraged to bring their own equipment to ensure hygiene and fully engage in the activity. Trial lessons may be attended without personal equipment.