In September, a group of Y9 students, accompanied by staff and Y13 mentors, spent five days aboard a 72ft Challenger Yacht. The group lived and worked as crew, sailing around the Solent, stopping in port at Poole, Cowes and Yarmouth along the way.

The experience enabled the students to learn the basics of sailing while developing their skills in team work, leadership and working with new people, while also developing individual self-esteem and confidence.

The students had an amazing week and everyone received their Level 1 RSA award.