After School Club Ideas | Xtra Time School Clubs That Children Love

At Xtra Time, we specialise in delivering fun, active, and educational school clubs that support children beyond the school day.

Xtra Time after school club Ideas

Whether your school is looking to expand its after school club offering or bring something fresh to your timetable, we provide engaging sessions that children genuinely look forward to. We run successful school clubs across Watford, Hertfordshire, and surrounding areas — with programmes tailored to suit different age groups, energy levels, and school values. If you’re looking for inspiration, here are some of our most popular and effective after school club ideas, based on what’s worked across our partner schools.

Why Schools Choose Xtra Time Clubs

Our clubs are more than just childcare — they’re designed to support physical, emotional, and social development. Whether we’re running a football session, a creative arts workshop, or a calm-down club, our aim is always to provide structure, fun, and purpose.

We work in partnership with schools to offer:

• Fully planned, resourced, and delivered after school clubs
• DBS-checked, trained, and experienced staff
• Flexible programmes that suit both pupils and school timetables
• Clubs designed to improve well-being, engagement, and school culture

Every club is carefully led by our team and built to reflect the needs of the children we support.

Why XTRA Time?

Inclusivity

At Xtra Time, we make sports fun, inclusive, and engaging for every child, regardless of their ability or experience.

Building Confidence & Life Skills

At Xtra Time, we do more than teach sports; we help children develop key life skills that will benefit them in all aspects of life.

Passionate & Experienced Coaches

Our team is made up of dedicated professionals who are not only skilled in coaching but are also passionate about inspiring young athletes.

Encouraging a Lifelong Love for Sport

We believe that introducing children to sport in a positive way lays the foundation for a healthy and active lifestyle.

Popular Xtra Time School Club ideas

Here are some of the most in-demand school clubs we currently deliver across our partner schools:

1. Football Club
A staple in most schools, football is perfect for building teamwork, fitness, and self-confidence. We run structured sessions with warm-ups, skills drills, and friendly matches.

2. Multi-Sports Club
Ideal for pupils who enjoy variety! Our multi-sports sessions rotate through basketball, dodgeball, tag rugby, athletics, and more, keeping energy levels high and everyone included.

3. Arts & Crafts Club
A creative space for children to wind down and express themselves through painting, drawing, sculpting, or themed crafts. We adapt projects to suit different year groups.

4. Gymnastics Club
Children love learning balance, movement, and control through our beginner-friendly gymnastics clubs. Our team leads fun, structured routines to build skills over time.

5. Games & Problem Solving

We encourage logical thinking, resilience, and collaboration through puzzles, team challenges, and brain-teasing games—ideal for children who love a mental challenge.

Testimonials

Xtra Time parent

Claire Bothamley

"The staff are friendly, approachable and caring. Great location, near a play park so children have opportunities to play outside. Fun activities that cater to all the children who attend"

Alex Quidder

"Great place for kids to learn about football in a fun environment, my kids loved their experience there and Coach George and the team make all the sessions really fun and engaging 10 out of 10 guys"

How We Tailor Clubs to Each School

Every school is different, so we work closely with each partner to ensure our school clubs match your timetable, pupil needs, and available space. Whether you’re looking for a single weekly session or a full after school programme, we’re flexible in our delivery.
We can also align activities with your school’s values or curriculum goals.

For example:
• Focus on fitness and movement? We’ll design a weekly active rota.
• Want to support mental well-being? We can offer calm, mindful clubs.
• Looking to improve pupil voice? Let us run leadership and team-building tasks.

We handle all planning, equipment, and staffing—making it easy for your school to offer exceptional after school clubs with no added pressure on your team.

Why Our Clubs Work

We’ve spent years refining our approach to ensure that every child feels welcomed, engaged, and supported. What makes our school clubs stand out:

• We blend structure and flexibility
• Sessions are accessible to all ability levels
• We rotate themes to keep things exciting
• Our staff build strong, positive relationships with pupils
• Activities are designed to promote confidence, curiosity, and fun

It’s no surprise that many of our clubs are over-subscribed term after term!

For Schools and Parents Alike

If you’re a school leader or part of a PTA looking to boost your school clubs, Xtra Time is here to help. We also work closely with parents to ensure children are placed in clubs they’ll enjoy and benefit from.

All of our sessions support:

• Physical health and active play
• Emotional well-being and calm reflection
• Social development and teamwork
• Practical skills like problem-solving and creativity

We’re proud to offer a reliable, trusted service that helps children thrive—and supports working parents at the same time.

Ready to Launch New Clubs?

Whether you want to build a brand-new programme or enhance your current after school club offering, Xtra Time is ready to support your school. Our friendly, experienced team makes it easy to run creative, well-managed clubs that enrich school life and leave a lasting impact.
Get in touch with us today to explore our full range of school clubs and let us help you deliver after school activities that children love.