The day began with an inter-form quiz, with each form contributing the questions for their own round. Students then had the opportunity to complete a 2-hour team-building session on the field, with a range of 30 different physical and mental puzzle challenges, which proved to be a great success, with all students engaging and enjoying themselves.  They also participated in a further activity with a choice of multi-sports; a bake-off challenge or a film.

Mr Gilmore & Mr Martin, with a team of staff & Sixth Form helpers, provided a BBQ lunch for the students, which was most appreciated by everyone.  The day was rounded off with a series of form group photos and a treat from the visiting ice cream van.  The team-building activity & the ice creams were most generously supported by the funding from PTA.

The students have enjoyed this opportunity to share time and complete activities with their friends and peers - a fitting end to their hard year’s work!

I wish all Year 10 students and their families a restful summer break.

Mrs Spencer, Director of Studies, Year 10

Millie Laming’s reflection on the visit is below.

Mrs Spencer, Director of Studies, Year 10

The Cambridge trip was something I had looked forward to, and the college itself was akin to stepping into a slightly modernised Hogwarts!

We had an introduction to the college and post 16 and 18 education, something of which was extremely interesting and felt very applicable for all of us to start considering, along with a talk from some undergraduates to get their perspectives- something that felt very insightful.

We also got a tour of the college, including student accommodation and its library, all of which were beautifully decorated and well-designed (a mix of olden and more modern architecture)- to be able to walk around somewhere so prestigious and almost magical was such an experience.

I’m so grateful to have been given this opportunity, and I think it has really opened my eyes to possibilities for the future.

Millie Laming, Year 10