Extra-Curricular

 Academic extracurricular activities are invaluable for student development as they foster essential skills such as critical thinking, teamwork, and effective communication.

Participation in these activities encourages students to explore their interests, enhances their leadership abilities, and promotes a sense of responsibility and commitment. Additionally, involvement in such activities can strengthen university and college applications by showcasing a well-rounded profile, demonstrating initiative, and highlighting the ability to balance academics with extracurricular pursuits, all of which are qualities that institutions highly value.

Our ECA Term 1 booklet for 2027 can be found here: JC ECA Booklet - Term 1 2026-2027

     At Jumeirah College, we offer the following Academic ECAs:

Model United Nations (MUN):
MUN is a simulation of the United Nations, where students take on the roles of diplomats representing different countries. They debate pressing global issues, draft resolutions, and work to find collaborative solutions to international problems. The MUN at Jumeirah College allows students to improve their public speaking, negotiation, and research skills while gaining a deeper understanding of global affairs.

At JC, we are hosting a conference on the 22^nd-24^th of November. For more information, please visit here: https://sites.google.com/jumeirahcollege.com/jcmun-24/today

Debate ECA:
The Debate Extra Curricular Activity (ECA) at Jumeirah College provides students with an opportunity to develop their critical thinking and public speaking skills. Students participate in structured debates on various topics, learning how to form coherent arguments, think on their feet, and engage in intellectual discourse.

World Scholar's Cup:
The World Scholar's Cup (WSC) is an academic competition that combines debating, writing, and quizzing across a variety of subjects, including science, history, literature, and art. At Jumeirah College, students participating in WSC collaborate in teams, expanding their knowledge in diverse fields and developing skills in teamwork, analysis, and creativity. The competition culminates in a global round, bringing together students from all over the world.

Please note the following:

• All Breakfast clubs start at 6:30am - 7:15am.
• All lunchtime clubs start at 12:00pm - 12:30pm (unless continued into flexi-time at coach’s discretion).
• Generally after school clubs start at 15:15pm - 16:15pm. However it is best to check the time stipulated as this timing may differ.
• The days and times stated are for training/practices only. Fixtures may be on another day.
• This timetable may change before or during the term, amendments will be communicated via the JC Daily.
•  An up to date list can be found on the Sports ECA noticeboard

TRIPS:

We are committed to giving every student the opportunity to take part in a range of exciting educational visits and experiences throughout their time at the College. These trips are carefully planned to support and enrich the curriculum, helping students develop new skills, deepen their understanding, and create lasting memories beyond the classroom.

In recent years, students have enjoyed a variety of incredible opportunities across the globe. These have included Geography expeditions to the stunning landscapes of Sri Lanka, visits to NASA and leading universities in the USA to explore science, technology and innovation, and cultural and historical tours of Berlin. Students have also experienced the rich traditions and heritage of China and Japan, while others have taken to the slopes of France and Japan for unforgettable ski trips.

These experiences bring learning to life, challenge students to step outside their comfort zones, and inspire them to become confident, curious and globally minded young people.

Previous trips have included:

• Adventure in Cambodia and Borneo
• China Steam
• Skiing in Japan
• Umrah Pilgrimage
• Conservation and Charity in Borneo
• Community Service in Kenya
• Arts and Culture in New York
• The West Coast, USA, to experience the Business and Economics World
• Geography and Data Collection in Cyprus
• New York & Boston
• Nasa Space Camp

Our adventures this year include:

• Ski Trip, Tignes
• USA East Coast Trip
• Cyprus
• Span
• Sri Lanka Gold Qualifying Expedition
• Madrid Sports Tour
• Cambodia Expedition
• Kenya Expedition
• Vietnam / Thailand Expedition
• CERN Science
• Iceland Geography Expedition