It is important for every boy to develop extra-curricular activities, interests and hobbies, both for his happiness while at school, and to form a basis for worthwhile activities for the rest of his life. To this end there is a very wide range of societies through which the school aims to offer something for all interests.

The importance for public speaking for everyone cannot be overestimated. Every boy participates in Declamations and all are encouraged to debate at Senior and Junior level and on a School and Social basis. Delegates from the school regularly attend European Youth Parliaments in term time and in the holidays. In addition, there is an annual one day Sixth Form Conference on a topical issue held jointly with The School of St Helen and St Katharine, Abingdon.

Boys also work towards the Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards of The Duke of Edinburgh's Award.

Here is a full list of current societies: