Ruyton Girls' School | Co-curricular Opportunities Skip to Main Content

At Ruyton, learning extends well beyond the classroom. Our rich co-curricular program provides students with opportunities to explore their interests, develop new skills, build friendships and discover their passions. 

Students can participate in a wide range of activities spanning the arts, sport, leadership, service, academic enrichment and outdoor education. These experiences play an important role in helping our students develop confidence, curiosity and connection within the broader school community. 

The Arts

Music

  • Henty Orchestra
  • Vivaldi Senior Strings
  • Choirs of Ruyton
  • Ruyton Madrigal
  • Chamber Choir
  • Show Choir
  • Jazz Choir
  • Jazz Giants
  • Stage Band
  • Concert Band
  • Senior Wind Ensemble
  • Guitar Ensemble
  • Flutopia
  • DJ Club
  • Ukulele Club
  • Instrumental Music Lessons

Drama

  • Drama Club
  • Year 7 & 8 Production
  • Year 9 Play
  • Senior School Play
  • Theatre Club

Music & Drama

  • Senior School Musical
  • Ruyton's Got Talent

Art

  • Art Club

Dance

  • Dance Troupe
  • Dance Solos

Debating

  • DAV Debating

Writing

  • Writers @ Ruyton

Sport & Adventure

GSV

  • Golf
  • Softball
  • Volleyball
  • Australian Rules Football
  • Soccer
  • Netball
  • Hockey
  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Swimming
  • Diving
  • Waterpolo
  • Cross Country
  • Athletics
  • Swimming
  • Diving
  • Tennis
  • Touch Football

Sport

  • Running @ Ruyton
  • Be Your Best Sport Program
  • Rowing
  • Rhythmic Gymnastics
  • Snowsports
  • Ruyton Netball Club

Outdoor Education

  • Year Level Camps
  • Duke of Edinburgh

Community Life / Student Groups

Community Engagement

  • Ruytonian Committee

Library

  • Library Ambassadors
  • Fandom
  • Literature Club
  • Dungeons & Dragons
  • Minecraft Club
  • Battle of the Books
  • Chess Club

Humanities

  • Model UN
  • History Club

House

  • Cheers
  • Athletics
  • Swimming
  • Cross Country
  • Debating & Public Speaking
  • Performing Arts House Festival

Student Leadership

  • Co-Captains
  • Prefects
  • CCA Leaders
  • Ruyton Advisory Council
  • Student Representative Council
  • Sport Captains
  • Tour Guides & Hosts
  • Production & Event Support (Crew & Ushers)

Advocacy & Citizenship

  • Service & Equity
  • STEM & Sustainability
  • Technovation Club
  • Reconciliation Club

Students are encouraged to contribute meaningfully to the life of the School through service, leadership and community initiatives, while also exploring their creative talents through music, drama, visual arts and dance. A vibrant program of academic and intellectual pursuits – including debating, humanities clubs, writing and library-based activities – provides opportunities for students to extend their thinking beyond the classroom. 

Sport is another important aspect of school life, with students able to participate in a wide range of Girls Sport Victoria (GSV) competitions as well as additional opportunities such as Running @ Ruyton, the Be Your Best Sport Program, rowing, rhythmic gymnastics, snowsports and the Ruyton Netball Club. 

Students also take part in House activities that build school spirit and community, while our Outdoor Education program offers experiences that encourage students to challenge themselves, develop resilience and strengthen friendships. 

Through these diverse opportunities, students are able to pursue their interests, develop leadership skills and build a strong sense of belonging within the Ruyton community. 

Alongside our broad co-curricular program, students can explore a range of extracurricular opportunities that allow them to pursue their passions.