Description
This much-anticipated part of our school year offers pupils a rich variety of experiences designed to challenge, inspire, and unite. It’s more than just fun, it’s part of our curriculum and every pupil is expected to take part. This programme is carefully designed to help pupils build resilience, deepen friendships, and create memories. Activities will stretch both body and mind, encouraging teamwork, creativity and personal growth.
Below is a clear outline of what to expect:
Key Dates and Activities
Monday 8th – Wednesday 10th June – Years 7 & 8 – Residential: Christian Youth Enterprises – https://www.cye.org.uk/
- 3 day 2 night residential, with an array of fun activities, sleep over and memories to make
- Non school uniform
- Packed lunch (for Wednesday only).
- See residential booklet for kit list & more details.
Friday 26th June – Senior School Sports Day at Wyvern School – A morning of sporting achievement, school spirit and teamwork!
- PE Kit & trainers
- Water bottle and extra snacks
- Reading book or game to play while waiting for events
- Unfortunately parents are unable to attend this event.
Monday 29th June – Year 7 Transition Day – Current pupils will enjoy a slightly adjusted day to support the smooth welcome of our incoming Year 7 cohort.
- Normal school uniform.
Wednesday 1st July – Christian Schools Sports Day (Selected Pupils) – Our athletics team will represent the school at this exciting event of competitive sports and fellowship with other Christian schools at Horspath Athletics Stadium, Oxford.
- PE kit
- Sun cream
- Water bottles
- Extra snacks & packed lunch
- A book to read or small games to play between events
Tuesday 7th & Wednesday 8th July Year 9: Andrew Simpson Sailing Centre in Portsmouth – 2-Day Sailing Course – This is a highly reputable watersports centre with excellent facilities and we are confident that our pupils will receive a fantastic introduction to sailing with them.
Key details:
- Departure from school: 8:30am
- Return to school: Approximately 4:30pm
- Travel: By minibus
What’s included:
- Wetsuit
- Buoyancy aid
- Spray top and trousers
- Helmet
What pupils need to bring:
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Suncream
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Wet shoes or spare trainers
- Lunch and snacks for both days
- Drinks and a refillable water bottle
Year 10: Work Experience Day – Onsite. A business-themed day involving planning, problem-solving and strategic thinking – preparing our Year 10s for the world beyond school.
- Formal office wear
- Chromebooks
- Tea & coffee along with office based snacks provided, pupils are welcome to bring in labelled snacks for their colleagues.
- Please update SchoolBase on any dietary requirements.
📅 Wednesday 9th July – PE kits & Packed Lunch
Years 7–9: Sporty Stars Fun Day (on site) A day of light-hearted games and challenges designed for fun, laughter and teamwork. Normal school drop off and pick up times apply. Activities for the secondary students would be:
- Bubble Football
- Glow sports: glow-in-the-dark face and body paint will be offered to add an extra element of fun to the Glow Sports session. Important: Please ensure SchoolBase is updated with any relevant medical conditions, allergies or skin sensitivities that we should be aware of regarding the use of face or body paint.
- Archery Tag
- Nerf Wars
Year 10: Work Experience Day – A business-themed day involving planning, problem-solving and strategic thinking – preparing our Year 10s for the world beyond school.
- Formal office wear
- Chromebooks
- Tea & coffee along with office based snacks provided, pupils are welcome to bring in labelled snacks for their colleagues.
- Please update SchoolBase on any dietary requirements.
📅 Thursday 10th July – Years 7–10: Trip to Coral Reef Waterworld, Bracknell and lunch in Swinney Forest
A joyful day of water fun and shared experiences. Pupils to arrive at school by 8.30am. Collection will be at usual pick-up time from school.
- PE Kit
- Packed lunch
- Swimming costume – one piece costumes only
📅 Friday 11th July – All Years: In-School Activities. Normal school uniform or PE kit.
A gentler day at school to reflect, reset and relax – with normal school hours in place.
📅 Monday 14th July – Enrichment Day & Workshops – non school uniform & packed lunch.
A thoughtful and inspiring day led by teams from KCC, St Mary’s Church and Bridge the Gap. Pupils will explore wellbeing and creativity through:
- Bridge the Gap Workshop
- Songwriting workshops
- Interactive reflection activities and fun games
📅 Tuesday 15th July – End of Term Fun Day – Normal uniform & packed lunch.
A joyful and celebratory close to the school year – a chance to be together, have fun, enjoy an ice cream and reflect on all we’ve shared and achieved.
This final term offer so much more than the end of term, they are a chance for pupils to grow in character, celebrate their friendships, and embrace new challenges. We kindly ask all parents to support their child’s full participation in every element of the programme.
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to sharing these wonderful experiences with your children.
