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A brilliant performance from the U13 girls’ cricket team, representing the college at Abbotskerswell Cricket Club. The squad enjoyed a full day of cricket, showing determination, teamwork and real progress in every match. They faced several strong local schools and rose to the challenge with confidence.
Our incredible Ten Tors team completed the 55‑mile challenge this year under sunny skies, striding across the finish line at 14:10 — a college record. The team were exceptional throughout the weekend and were welcomed over the line by a teary Miss Upton and the volunteer crew.
Our determined and incredible 35- and 45-mile participants recently took part in the SDCC Tors and Moors event.
Our Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Award groups traded their desks for the rugged beauty of the open trail and headed out onto Dartmoor for a challenging training expedition that pushed their limits and tested their resolve.
And that’s a wrap on another running adventure for Mr. Stokes! He had a blast mixing it up with the road‑running community at the London Marathon, tackling the asphalt in his trail shoes and securing a strong sub‑4 finish with an impressive time of 3:55:45.
Year 7 student Trixie got her BMX National season off to a fantastic start over the Easter holidays, competing in Manchester, the home of British Cycling. She delivered an impressive performance, bringing home two silver medals from the opening rounds.
In the early hours of Easter morning, a group of eager students set off for Bristol Airport, beginning an unforgettable week of diving, learning and cultural discovery with Red Sea Diving Safari at Marsa Alam’s Nakari Dive Village in Egypt.
This week’s Trail Trotters run returned to Haytor, where the group finally uncovered the small quarry pool hidden within the landscape. After missing it on their previous visit, it was satisfying to at last stand at its edge and take it in.
Thank you to everyone for making our Easter Concert such a wonderful event!
Following their inspiring sessions at MAKE Southwest, Year 10 Art and Design students took time to reflect on their visit, the skills they developed and the creative inspiration they gained. The following account has been written by the students in their own words:
As part of Body Language Week, this year’s Let’s Dance shows were a truly wonderful celebration of creativity, confidence and community.
Year 13 Health, Fitness and Sports Science students took part in an Outdoor Adventurous Activities (OAA) kayaking trip at Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre, enjoying a fantastic day on the water in Exeter.