Extra Curricular Exeter School belives that education in the widest sense stretches way beyond the constraints of classrooms, timetables and examinations. Outside of the 40-period academic week, opportunities abound for enrichment beyond the curriculum.
C O M B I N E D C A D E T F O RC E (CC F ) The activities of the CCF are designed to develop powers of leadership, responsibility, confidence, and selfdiscipline, as well as providing a basic knowledge of the Services. There is a recruit training phase at the start of the Middle Fifth where you learn basic skills in drill, first aid and navigation. There is also the opportunity for target rifle shooting, a swim test, and basic signals skills before choosing to join either the Royal Navy (RN), Army or Royal Air Force (RAF) section. All sections offer a wide range of opportunities including two field day activities per year, a certificated first aid course, self-defence, climbing and lifesaving skills. Each section runs a summer camp and there is an adventurous training camp which runs in the Easter holidays. The Ministry of 22 G C S E C O U R S E S 202 2-2024
Defence run courses which are available to all cadets. Much of the training provided can be counted towards a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and you have the chance to do your bronze expedition in the Middle Fifth. This is only offered by the RN and RAF sections. Some cadets may decide to aim for silver and gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards in the sixth form. RN section: You learn RN knowledge and skills. There is an overnight expedition which counts towards your bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. You take part in a range of water-based activities including sailing and kayaking and can work towards your RYA sailing qualifications from level 1 to advanced levels. You also get the opportunity to attend the sinking ship simulator and firefighting trip to HMS Raleigh.
