Activities Week 2023
We are very pleased to be offering Activities Week to all students in Year 7 to 9 at the end of the Summer Term 2023. We have tried hard to organise a variety of activities to suit all interests and budgets; these can be found, together with their associated cost, below.
Activities days: Monday 17th to Wednesday 19th July 2023
Please be aware Activities take place within term time and normal attendance rules apply. Any students who are not willing to take part in Activities will continue with a programme of normal lessons in the college in uniform.
Activities days: Monday 17th to Wednesday 19th July 2023
Please be aware Activities take place within term time and normal attendance rules apply. Any students who are not willing to take part in Activities will continue with a programme of normal lessons in the college in uniform.
How to Submit Your Choices
Once you have decided on your top activity choices, fill in the google form questionnaire which will be emailed to parents on Friday 27th January.
Students are required to make 4 activity choices, in order of preference. Please be aware it may not be possible to give all students their top choices, but we will try to do so. Each activity will run for the full 3 days with no changing or swapping.
Parents must have completed their online application by: Friday 10th February 2023
Students are required to make 4 activity choices, in order of preference. Please be aware it may not be possible to give all students their top choices, but we will try to do so. Each activity will run for the full 3 days with no changing or swapping.
Parents must have completed their online application by: Friday 10th February 2023
Activities
See the range of activities below to find out what is on offer this year, how many students can attend, who the lead teacher is and how much it will cost.
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Surfing
Surfing instruction at Polzeath with professional instructors from the company ‘Surfs Up’ as well as a session at 'Retallack Aqua Park'. We will be camping in nearby Port Isaac, and students will need to provide their own food! Travel is by minibus. Camping will be at Dinham Farm. (Please note priority will be given to Year 9 students for this activity) No. of pupils: 30 Leader: Mr Powell Cost: £175 (Maximum) |
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A Walk on the Wild Side
Three days exploring the world of animals. Paignton Zoo: With over 2,000 animals across 80 acres – you’re in for a really wild time at Paignton Zoo. Get up close to some of the animal wonders of the world across specially designed habitats - from the savannah to the wetlands and the tropical forest. http://www.paigntonzoo.org.uk The National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth: Discover an underwater world starting with the largest native exhibition in the UK that explores the fish you’ve heard of and the many more mysterious animals that live on our doorstep under the sea. http://www.national-aquarium.co.uk Crealy Adventure Park: Crealy Adventure Park & Resort is Southwest England's largest family Theme Park attraction and is home to over 60 rides, attractions, live shows and a zoo. www.crealy.co.uk No. of pupils: 150 Leader: Mrs Masters and Miss Carnell Cost: £60 (Maximum) |
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Thrills and Spills
Dynamic Adventures: A fun packed day at Dynamic Adventures near Totnes with the option to include stand up paddle boarding, abseiling, rock climbing, zip-lining and much more! If students are allocated to this activity they will have to sign up for the water based or land based activity package with Dynamic Adventures. ww.dynamicadventurescic.co.uk Devon Activity Centre: A fun packed day at Devon Activity Centre near Ottery St Mary. The day includes ‘Segway Olympics’, archery, a giant assault course and a round of foot golf! www.devoncountrypursuits.co.uk Exewake: Go wild at Exewake in Exmouth where you can have a go on the Omnia board (an intro to board sports) and race around the estuary on a speed boat! Please not that this activity will arrive back at college @ 5pm. http://www.exewake.co.uk Wet suits are optional and more information about kit required for each day will be given by your leader nearer the time. No. of pupils: 120 Leader: Mr Williams & Mr Jenkins Cost: £178 (Maximum) |
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Cycling
Three days of fabulous local cycling, starting and finishing at school. The aim is to enjoy the freedom of being out in the lanes and woods of East Devon and also enjoy the option of some ‘off road tracks’, for those who like mountain biking. Some of the hills are steep but don’t worry as we always rest and regroup at the top! Plenty of breaks and a lunchtime pit stop to ‘chill’. You will need a roadworthy bike, a helmet, a spare inner-tube and a hi-vis back-pack cover (or we can provide one). You will also need drinks, snacks and money for ice-creams together with suitable clothing for cycling (light-weight rain coat/sun protection). Plenty of opportunities to feel the breeze in your hair as you whizz downhill or weave around bumps along forest tracks! No. of pupils: 20 Leader: Mrs Clarke Cost: Free |
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Magdalen Farm
Join Mrs Bennett and her team for 3 fun-filled days outdoors at Magdalen Farm in Chard, Somerset. Try your skills on the low ropes, learn how to survive in the wild, get involved in plenty of team competitions and much, much more! Visit www.magdalenfarm.org.uk for pictures and more info No. of pupils: 40 Leader: Mrs Bennett Cost: £76 (Maximum) |
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Football, Rounders and Ultimate Frisbee
Your teachers are now your coaches, your friends are now your team mates, 4 teams go head-to-head in 3 different sports for points, pride and glory! Face off in Football, Rounders and Ultimate Frisbee for the chance to call yourself champions! No. of pupils: 40 Leader: Mr Cross Cost: Free |
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Harry Potter Art Adventure
Day 1 - Illustration day – We will be exploring illustrative techniques used by Nickelodeon artists and graphics illustrators. Workshops with visiting artists who work in magazines and television will be leading inspiring workshops. Day 2 – A visit to the world famous Harry Potter Studios in London. This will be a fun but long day, starting with a 7am pick-up from the college and returning at approximately 9/10pm. A full, fun-packed, once in a lifetime experience! See more details of the Harry Potter Studios here: https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/ Day 3 - We are excited to welcome Double Elephant Exeter to Sidmouth to provide a mono printing workshop. You will be given the opportunity to explore materials and techniques of printmaking and play with colour through Monoprints. No. of pupils: 40 Leader: Mrs Roberts Cost: £105 (Maximum) |
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Inventors and Creators Workshop
This workshop is an opportunity to use your Design, Engineering, Art and Creative skills to design and create a wonderland of your own imagination. We will focus on natural materials and explore environmental issues with our creations and inventions. We will also have the opportunity to go out to the beach and woods to find natural materials to include in our projects. No. of pupils: 30 Leader: Mrs Sullivan Cost: £47.50 |
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Cookery
Enjoy 3 days in the kitchen cooking a range of different delicacies! Try your hand at sushi making, mini dumplings, pizza, brownies and much more! All the ingredients are provided and included in the price! No. of pupils: 15 Leader: Mrs Cox Cost: £25 |
Important Information
1. Activities Days take place within term time and normal attendance rules apply - all students are expected to participate. Any students who are not willing to take part in Activities Days will continue with a programme of normal lessons in the college in uniform.
2. You MUST have your parent or carer’s permission to take part in your chosen activity. When activity groups have been allocated parents/carers must sign a form to show that they agree with your choice and that they will pay the cost in full and on time.
3. Do not bring any money at this stage. When you have been accepted onto an activity, the leader will inform you about payment.
4. Full payment MUST be received by the due date; we reserve the right to move students to a free activity and deposits WILL be forfeit.
5. Choices must be submitted by Friday 10th February 2023 AT THE LATEST. Students will be assigned to their activities as soon as possible.
6. Where activities are over-subscribed, every effort will be made to ensure each student has one of their four choices. In the unlikely event that a student is unable to have any one of their four choices, a suitable alternative will be found. It is possible that if an activity is under-subscribed it may not run.
7. It will not be possible to change activities once they have been allocated.
2. You MUST have your parent or carer’s permission to take part in your chosen activity. When activity groups have been allocated parents/carers must sign a form to show that they agree with your choice and that they will pay the cost in full and on time.
3. Do not bring any money at this stage. When you have been accepted onto an activity, the leader will inform you about payment.
4. Full payment MUST be received by the due date; we reserve the right to move students to a free activity and deposits WILL be forfeit.
5. Choices must be submitted by Friday 10th February 2023 AT THE LATEST. Students will be assigned to their activities as soon as possible.
6. Where activities are over-subscribed, every effort will be made to ensure each student has one of their four choices. In the unlikely event that a student is unable to have any one of their four choices, a suitable alternative will be found. It is possible that if an activity is under-subscribed it may not run.
7. It will not be possible to change activities once they have been allocated.
