Co-Curricular

Academic and Cultural Trips

• The Physics Big Three tour of Europe: A unique European tour visiting the Pic-Du-Midi Observatory in the French Pyrenees, the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor in Cadarache, and CERN in Switzerland – three world-leading centres of science.
• English: Inspiring literary and cultural visits including Shakespeare’s Globe, the British Library, Bodleian Library (Oxford), and literary heritage sites such as the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust and Keats House. Larger-scale opportunities include Dublin, Paris, New York and Greece.
• A Grand Humanities Tour of Italy: A proposed trip to Italy to explore Pompeii, Rome, and sites of historical, religious, and classical significance.
• Mandarin: Cultural visits within London (China Town and the British Museum) and a once-in-a-lifetime study trip to China.

Creative and Co-Curricular Activities

• English: Sixth Form Literary Society, creative writing workshops, debating and rhetoric clubs, journalism and podcasting, and book-to-film clubs.
• STEM & Academic: Oxbridge application preparation, university taster days, and opportunities to attend public lectures.
• Sports: A wide range of competitive and leisure activities including rugby, football, netball (Super 8 League), badminton, tennis, trampolining, and more.
• Leadership & Adventure: Students will have the opportunity to take part in the Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, developing resilience, leadership, and independence through volunteering, skills, physical challenges, and a memorable expedition.

Festivals and Events

• Opportunities to attend national literary festivals such as Cheltenham, Oxford, and Hay, as well as events like Poetry Live! where students meet acclaimed poets.
• Theatre trips to the RSC in Stratford, the National Theatre, and other world-class venues.