After School Activities

At the International School of Turin (IST) we offer a comprehensive program of afternoon activities, designed to enrich the school experience and provide students with learning opportunities outside of the classroom. The activities foster the development of creativity, critical thinking, collaboration and new skills, contributing to a balanced educational path.

The program, which may vary from year to year, is mainly organised on campus, with some activities being held at specialized off-campus facilities. In these cases, the school provides transport to the destination, whereas parents have the responsibility to pick up their children at the end of the activity.

Activities generally take place in the afternoon, approximately between 15:45 pm and 16:45 pm, with the option to participate multiple days per week. Enrollment is semester-based and spaces are limited.

Home Club

The Home Club program provides a welcoming and engaging environment for children every afternoon from 3:30 pm to 4:45 pm.
Designed to extend the school day in a balanced and enjoyable way, it offers opportunities for social interaction, creativity, and relaxation in a safe setting.
Children are divided into two groups — Nursery to Kindergarten and Grade 1 to Grade 5 — to ensure age-appropriate activities and meaningful experiences.
With small group sizes, each child receives individual attention.
Families may choose multiple days per week, including non-consecutive options, offering flexibility and convenience.

Music and performative arts

Music and Performative Arts activities provide students with the opportunity to express themselves in a creative way, develop self-confidence and work in groups through engaging artistic experiences.

MYP Rock Band: Student band with independent song selection and preparation for school performances, under teacher supervision. (G6 – G12)
IST Voices: Choir and vocal technique development. (G3 – G5)
IST Mini Voices: Introduction to singing for younger children, with activities that combine voice, movement, and rhythm. (G1 – G2)
School of Rap: Writing, rhythm, and contemporary musical expression. (G4 – G5)
Creative Dance: Expressive dance workshop. (G4 – G5)
Hip Hop: Modern dance that develops rhythm, coordination, and expressiveness through dynamic choreography and group work. (G3 – G5) – (G6 – G8) – (G9 – G11)
Sounds of the World: Intercultural music workshop exploring instruments, traditions, and sounds from different countries. (N – PreK) – (PreK – K)

Visual, creative and manual arts

These activities provide students with a space to experiment, express their imagination and develop artistic skills through hands-on and collaborative experiences.

Art Workshop: A creative workshop for younger children, featuring drawing, construction, and free experimentation with materials. (N – G1)
Art & Craft Club: Manual and artistic activities to develop creativity and precision. (G2 – G5)
Creative Arts Club!: Exploration of artistic techniques such as drawing, painting, sculpture, and design. (G6 – G12)
Lego® Innovations: A workshop that explores technology, coding, and robotics through LEGO® models, design, and programming activities. (G1 – G6)

Sport and physical activities

Sport activities offer students the opportunity to develop physical skills, discipline and team spirit in a safe environment. Through programs led by qualified instructors, children strengthen coordination, endurance and self-confidence, learning at the same time the value of collaboration and respect.

Track and Field: Introductory program to athletics with running, jumping, and throwing exercises, designed to improve coordination, strength, and sportsmanship through dynamic and engaging activities. (G2 – G5)
Artistic Gymnastics: Introduction to artistic gymnastics through structured exercises and games. (G2 – G5)
Little Acrobats at Play: Program for younger children, combining play and movement to foster motor independence, coordination, and confidence. (N – G1)
IST Rugby Junior: Introduction to rugby as a team sport that promotes endurance, strategy, collaboration, and mutual respect, with activities tailored to each age group. (G1 – G3) – (G4 – G5)
Soccer Junior (Boys and Girls): Introduction to soccer through games and exercises, focusing on basic technique, coordination, and teamwork. (PreK – K) – (G1 – G3) – (G4 – G5)
Kids Black Belt Junior/Kids Black Belt: Martial arts to develop discipline, self-control, and confidence. (G2 – G5) – (G6 – G11)
Fencing (G1 – G5)
Chess (G3 – G8)

Language, culture and communication

The activities dedicated to languages and communication broaden students’ cultural horizons, strengthening linguistic skills, critical thinking and personal expression in an international context.

IST Young Journalists Club: A journalism workshop where students write articles, conduct interviews, and collaborate on the creation of a school newspaper, developing writing, research, and communication skills. (G4 – G6)
Chinese Language and Culture: An introduction to Chinese language and culture through interactive activities that develop basic language skills and knowledge of traditions. (G2 – G4)
Latin ab initio: An introductory course to Latin that introduces students to this classical language and culture, fostering the development of logical thinking and linguistic comprehension. (G7 – G11)

Nature and sustainability

The activities dedicated to sustainability offer students the opportunity to develop environmental awareness through engaging hands-on experiences, promoting responsible behaviours and respect for the environment.

Eco Garden Club: hands-on activities in the school’s eco-garden, where students tend the green space, learn the principles of sustainable cultivation, and develop environmental awareness through direct contact with nature. (G2 – G11)

Post-school activities off campus

Besides activities held on campus, IST also offers sport programs at local specialised facilities, providing students with the opportunity to train in professional and well-equipped environments.

Tennis: classes led by qualified instructors to develop technique, coordination and game strategy.
Swimming: structured pool courses to improve technique, endurance and water safety.
Golf: introduction to golf at well-equipped facilities, to develop concentration, precision and control of movement.