Co-curricular Program

Concordia’s co-curricular program includes activities, sports, and clubs that run parallel to the curriculum and provide additional exposure to experiential learning within a safe and nurturing environment.

Taught, coached or advised primarily by experienced Concordia teachers, co-curricular activities reinforce curricular areas and provide a place where students can fully explore the topics in which they have an interest.

More About the CCA Program in Each School Division

The co-curricular program aligns across grade levels, offering a thematic thread of intentional, age-appropriate activities starting in the early grades up through high school.

Elementary School CCAs

Co-curricular activities at the elementary grade level are generally held after school and focus on further exploration in the areas of STEAM, literacy, art, exploration, movement, athletic, service and leadership. Participation is limited only by the number of students who can safely and effectively participate at one time.

Seasons

Season 1 (6 weeks): Sep-Oct

Season 2 (6 weeks): Oct-Dec

Season 3 (6 weeks): Feb-Mar

Season 4 (6 weeks): April-May

Middle School CCAs

In addition to our after-school co-curricular offerings, middle school athletes may opt to participate in sports competitions with students from other schools via the China International Schools Sports Association (CISSA) and Shanghai International Schools Activities Conference (SISAC).

Seasons

Season 1 (10 weeks): Sep-Nov

Season 2 (10 weeks): Jan-Apr

Season 3 (10 weeks): Apr-May

High School CCAs

High school students are encouraged to focus and dive deep into activities for which they have an interest. At this level, there are increased opportunities for competition and collaboration, which may include travel throughout Asia as part of the Asia Pacific Activities Conference (APAC).

Seasons

Season 1: Sep-Dec

Season 2: Jan-Jun

By the Numbers

Types of CCA Offered

Exploration

Includes activities that focus on the exploration of new skills and interests.

Fine Arts

Includes activities related to music and theatre performance, as well as the creation of visual arts and hand crafts.

Literacy

Includes opportunities to focus on reading, writing and literary pursuits.

Service & Leadership

Includes activities centered around community service and outreach as well as student leadership opportunities.

Sports & Movement

Includes competitive and non-competitive sports, as well as dance and physical fitness activities.

STEM

Includes hands-on opportunities to further explore science, technology, engineering & mathematics.

How Co-curricular Activities Contribute to Student Achievement and Well-being

Concordia Shanghai offers a variety of co-curricular activities available for your children via our innovative Co-curricular Program. With 150+ co-curriculars to choose from, your children can find the right ones to inspire them and learn valuable life skills along the way.

Making a Difference for Gender Equality

Founded in 2017 as a high school Global Issues Network (GIN) project, the Lily Project is dedicated to empowering underprivileged women and girls, while working towards eradicating gender inequality.

Little Kids, Big Lives

Caring for the social-emotional health and wellbeing of students is an integral part of a holistic education and is the focus of the Big Life Kids Club, an ES CCA.