Extracurricular

Main Extracurricular Activities

Students here engage with the “Big Six” co-curricular programme, which weaves together diverse opportunities for growth beyond academics. The Chaplaincy invites them into moral-ethical discussions through the Rosmini Society while organizing charitable ventures like pilgrimages to Lourdes. Meanwhile, sports programmes span numerous disciplines that build both physical capability and team spirit, and the music department offers everything from ensemble work to individual lessons—including its esteemed Senior Orchestra and choir.

Music Activities

Music thrives throughout the college, with the Senior Orchestra performing repertoire that ranges from classical pieces to film soundtracks and requires Grade 3 proficiency or higher. The Guitar Ensemble welcomes players of any level, focusing on popular music for school events, while the Woodwind Ensemble and Flute Choir provide intimate settings for wind players. Jazz and swing enliven gatherings through the Swing Band, and the Percussion Club explores polyrhythmic compositions that students create collaboratively.

Drama at Ratcliffe College

Theatrical life here centres on a house drama competition where students across all year groups perform short plays under the direction of older pupils. LAMDA lessons offer pathways to recognized theatre qualifications, while the Technical Theatre Club teaches lighting and sound design for productions. Senior students serve as Drama Ambassadors, guiding younger members through everything from props and costumes to event coordination.

Leadership Development

The college cultivates leadership through its Combined Cadet Force (CCF) and Duke of Edinburgh’s Award programmes. Within the CCF, senior students refine their abilities by organizing weekly training sessions for younger cadets, emphasizing field craft and navigation. The Duke of Edinburgh scheme encourages personal growth across bronze, silver, and gold levels. Students also develop confidence through debating and public speaking, with opportunities in Model UN and Young Enterprise that build understanding of international affairs and entrepreneurial thinking.