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Pear Tree School EXTRACURRICULARS
Extracurriculars at Pear Tree School include a diverse range of recreational sports and an impressive selection of clubs and programs. Families appreciate how these activities are seamlessly integrated into the daily schedule, reflecting the school's emphasis on holistic development.
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Facts and analysis
SPORTS AND ATHLETICS
Sports at Pear Tree School are diverse, with a stronger emphasis on recreational sports.
For comparison, other Canadian schools we cover typically offer around 7 competitive sports and 8 recreational sport options.
Competitive offered
Recreational offered
Signature sport
Uncommon sport
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Fencing
- Gymnastics
- Ice Skating
- Martial Arts
- Rugby
- Running
- Sailing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track & Field
- Ultimate
- Volleyball
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Why it matters
Beyond promoting physical fitness, school athletics teach life skills like discipline, teamwork, and resilience. A greater variety of sports creates more opportunities for students to develop these skills while building peer connections and a sense of belonging. While competitive sports encourage student-athletes to strive for excellence, recreational sports foster inclusion, exploration, and enjoyment.
CLUBS AND PROGRAMS
Pear Tree School offers a highly diverse array of extracurricular clubs and programs.
Other schools we review usually provide about 14 clubs and programs.
Clubs offered
Clubs not offered
Signature program
all clubs and programs]
Animation
Art Club
Chess Club
Computer Club
Dance Club
Drama Club
Foreign Language Club
Math Club
Online Magazine
Outdoor Education
Photography
Poetry/Literature club
Robotics club
School newspaper
Science Club
Student Council
Yoga
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Why it matters
Clubs and enrichment programs, including after-school clubs, extend learning beyond the classroom. They encourage creativity, leadership, and friendships while helping students explore passions, build skills, and gain confidence in a low-pressure environment.
DISTINCT EXTRACURRICULAR FEATURES
What makes Pear Tree School’s extracurriculars distinct: established strengths and current initiatives
What other schools call extracurricular, Pear Tree builds into the school day � arts, PE, cooking, science, and more run inside every theme. After-school clubs run each semester across a range of interests and age groups.
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Why it matters
These highlights, provided by the school, describe unique aspects of its extracurricular activities in terms of history, tradition, and current innovations. These reveal priorities and culture, and give you a clearer picture of the special opportunities students could experience here.
