Over the week, 62 Mount Kelly pupils completed their Duke of Edinburgh Expedition in the stunning surroundings of the Brecon Beacons National Park. 41 pupils took part at Silver level and 21 at Gold, with all teams navigating and walking their routes independently under remote supervision. The expedition presented many challenges, not least the exceptionally hot weather,…
This week, Middle and Upper Prep pupils took part in the Shackleton Programme, developing new skills, embracing challenges and stepping outside their comfort zones. Despite the hot weather, this week’s programme was carefully adapted where necessary to ensure everyone could enjoy their activities safely. Years 3 and 4 travelled to the Dewerstone for a day…
Year 12 Geography and Biology pupils had the opportunity to learn first-hand about the important conservation work being undertaken by the South West Peatland Partnership (SWPP), which is dedicated to restoring degraded peatlands across Dartmoor. During the visit, pupils explored an area of blanket bog and gained an insight into the techniques being used to…
Over the past five weeks, our cadets have enjoyed a fantastic sailing programme, experiencing a wide range of weather conditions on the water. From gloriously bright and breezy afternoons to more overcast and challenging sessions, the Royal Navy cadets embraced every opportunity with enthusiasm, determination and good humour. As their confidence and skills developed, cadets…
Hands- on STEM learning provides significant value to children as they navigate the connections between abstract concepts learnt in lessons to real-world applications and experiences. However, many schools are unable to take students out of the classroom into the natural world to experience three-dimensional science learning; where students are able to learn by immersing themselves…
Several of our pupils recently took part in an unforgettable Tall Ships voyage from Portsmouth as part of their Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, gaining invaluable experience as members of the working crew aboard Challenger. Over five days, they developed practical sailing skills including steering, sail handling, ropework and watchkeeping, while also strengthening their teamwork,…
Over the May half-term, pupils from Upper Prep enjoyed an unforgettable four-day trip to Paris, blessed with fantastic weather and plenty of sunshine throughout. The visit began at the beautiful Musée de l’Orangerie, where pupils admired some of France’s most celebrated artworks. They also had the opportunity to explore the world-famous Champs-Élysées, soaking up the…
Year 12 Biology pupils recently took part in an engaging coastal ecology field trip at Wembury Beach, where they investigated biodiversity and environmental variation along the shoreline. The visit provided pupils with the opportunity to apply classroom learning to real-world ecological research while developing practical fieldwork and data analysis skills. Jasmine B reflected on her…
Year 12 A Level Psychology pupils recently attended an engaging and informative enrichment day at the University of Plymouth. The visit provided valuable insight into university-level study, key psychological topics and potential career pathways within the field. The day began with a welcome session, introducing pupils to the university and outlining the programme ahead. This…
Pupils preparing for the Royal Society Summer Exhibition this July have been busy setting up animal track pads to investigate the presence of small mammals on site. These simple but effective devices work by enticing animals into an open-ended tunnel with food. To reach the bait, animals must first cross an ‘ink’ pad made from…
