Year 9 Adventure Day

23 June saw Year 9 'finding their brave' on an Adventure Day at Blackland Farm in Sussex.

Form groups were split into teams of up to 15 to complete an array of activities including:

Crate Stacking: A roped activity that builds teamwork and trust by working together to build a tower of crates for participants to stand on top of. One team from Fayerman managed a record of 17 crates before they toppled!

Abseiling: Climb to the top of the tower and then put your trust in the rope – and the instructor – as you take the plunge. Even some of the teachers joined in!

Team building: Developing communication, leadership and team-working skills while solving practical and mental problems. A great activity to get groups working together to achieve a common goal. Exercises including making the longest line as a team, plank walking in a group alongside some seriously challenging mental puzzles.

Quotes from students:

I really enjoyed the crate stacking and had a lot of fun with my friends. My day was filled with lots of laughing and fun so thank you for organising all of it

It was a fun way to meet new people from other houses and spending a day outside, doing very fun activities.

I faced my fears and it was super fun! I had such a great time and got to know my peers better.

It was so much fun! Everyone had a great time and we all challenged ourselves and faced our fears. We were very happy the teachers joined in!

After covid, this felt like a necessary break. We especially enjoyed crate stacking and the team building exercises. All the people there were really nice and welcoming.