Activities Week 2025: A Week to Remember!

This year’s Activities Week was nothing short of extraordinary, with students partaking in adventures near and far. From the sunny beaches of Cornwall to the vibrant streets of Paris, our students seized every opportunity to learn, grow, and have fun!

In Paris, they strolled along the Seine, perfected their French and took in the stunning views from the Eiffel Tower. Meanwhile, students in Belgium attended a moving ceremony at The Menin Gate, paying their respects to the fallen of WWI, an unforgettable and humbling experience.

In Italy, the group in Sicily witnessed nature’s power with an eruption at Stromboli, hiked to the Etna Crater and explored fascinating Sicilian caves. 

Back in the UK, students in Cornwall made the most of a sun-filled week in Newquay, learning to surf, enjoying beach games and soaking in the seaside atmosphere every day.

For those who stayed closer to home, Activities Week was packed with excitement. Students splashed down at the Aqua Park, faced their fears on rollercoasters at Paultons Park and Drayton Manor, tested their stealth at Airsoft, and even attempted a jailbreak challenge at Shepton Mallet Prison!

Back at the Academy, the fun didn’t stop. Students immersed themselves in a wide range of activities:

• Bushcraft sessions brought survival skills to life

• Journalism workshops developed storytelling talents

• Dance, sports and chess challenged students physically and mentally

• Creative minds shone in jewellery making

• Enthusiasts got competitive with FIFA tournaments

• The skies were the limit in the aviation-themed Come Fly With Me

• And so much more!

It’s been incredible to see our students step out of their comfort zones, try something new and make lifelong memories. Whether they were braving waves, climbing volcanoes, or chasing goals on the pitch, one thing was clear: Activities Week 2025 may just have been our best one yet.

We’re already counting down the days to next year!