DCPS

School Clubs

Overview

The school offers a wide range of extracurricular clubs designed to support holistic development, creativity, physical fitness, and technical skills. These clubs cater to learners from Pre-Primary 1 (PP1) up to Grade 9, depending on the nature and complexity of the activities involved.

Below is a breakdown of the available school clubs and the corresponding grade levels they serve:

Clubs for Pre-Primary to Grade 6

These clubs are suitable for younger learners, focusing on foundational skills, physical coordination, and artistic expression.

Club Name	Grades Offered
Skating	PP1 – Grade 6
Piano	PP1 – Grade 6
Ballet	PP1 – Grade 3
Chess	PP1 – Grade 3
Karate	Grade 1 – Grade 6
Football	Grade 1 – Grade 8
Table Tennis	Grade 1 – Grade 6

Clubs for Intermediate Grades (Grade 4 to Grade 8)

These clubs focus on developing specialized skills, team collaboration, and advanced motor and cognitive abilities.

Club Name	Grades Offered
Basketball	Grade 4 – Grade 8
Robotics & Coding	Grade 4 – Grade 8
Volleyball	Grade 4 – Grade 8
Dance	Grade 4 – Grade 8
School Band	Grade 4 – Grade 9

Clubs for Upper Primary and Junior Secondary (Grade 7 – Grade 9)

These clubs target older students who are capable of engaging in higher levels of competition, creativity, and performance.

Club Name	Grades Offered
Netball	Grade 7 – Grade 8
Handball	Grade 7 – Grade 8
Swimming	Grade 7 – Grade 8
School Band	Grade 4 – Grade 9

Summary

Early Years (PP1 – Grade 3): Focus on motor skills, creativity, and cognitive development through Ballet, Chess, Skating, and Piano.
Middle Grades (Grade 4 – Grade 6): Emphasis on teamwork, basic coding, and artistic performance with clubs like Robotics, Dance, Basketball, and Band.
Upper Grades (Grade 7 – Grade 9): Opportunities to compete and specialize in team sports and technical fields such as Netball, Swimming, and School Band.

Conclusion

The diversity of clubs ensures that each learner has access to co-curricular opportunities that complement their academic learning. These clubs are crucial in nurturing talents, building discipline, fostering teamwork, and preparing learners for well-rounded success.

The School participation in National Chess Championship

Venue: Kitale National Polytechnic.
Dates: 1st – 5th August 2025.

Introduction

The School Chess Championship was held at Kitale National Polytechnic from 1st to 5th August 2025. The event brought together talented young chess players from various schools across the region to compete, learn, and showcase their strategic skills.

Participation

Our school proudly participated in the championship by sending a delegation of 18 learners, accompanied by their coach and a supervising teacher. The learners had undergone extensive training and were eager to represent the school on a competitive platform.

Accommodation

We extend our sincere gratitude to St. Francis Catholic for generously providing accommodation for our learners and staff throughout the event. Their hospitality ensured that our students were well-rested and focused during the tournament.

Performance

Our learners performed admirably during the five-day championship. The competition was intense, but they demonstrated excellent strategic thinking and sportsmanship.

Highest Score Achieved: 5 Points
Lowest Score: 2 Points

These results reflect the effort, discipline, and commitment of our chess team. While there is room for improvement, the experience gained is invaluable for their future growth.

Conclusion

The School Chess Championship at Kitale National Polytechnic was a great success and an enriching experience for our learners. It not only improved their chess skills but also promoted teamwork, resilience, and mental discipline. We look forward to participating in future championships and achieving even greater success.