What a weekend it was for our fantastic Year 10 Bronze Duke of Edinburgh participants, who successfully completed their practice expedition in the beautiful, and very challenging, North York Moors.
Over the course of the weekend, students faced the elements head-on, battling wind and rain while developing the skills and resilience needed for their upcoming qualifying expedition. They navigated their routes, carried their equipment, cooked their own meals on camping stoves and spent the night camping in tents, embracing every aspect of the Duke of Edinburgh experience.
There were no phones, no hairdryers, no straighteners and no comfy beds. Instead, students relied on determination, teamwork, problem-solving skills and a positive attitude to overcome the challenges they faced along the way.
We are incredibly proud of every single student who took part. Throughout the expedition, they demonstrated resilience, independence and a willingness to support one another, truly embodying the spirit of Life on the Rock. Whether navigating difficult terrain, preparing meals or setting up camp, they tackled each challenge with enthusiasm and perseverance.
A special thank you must also go to our dedicated staff team, who generously gave up their weekend to accompany, encourage and support our young adventurers, whatever the weather. Their commitment played a vital role in making the expedition such a success.
After a weekend full of walking, camping and adventure, we suspect there were a few very tired students, and staff, by Sunday evening!
Congratulations to all involved on completing this important milestone in their Duke of Edinburgh journey. We look forward to seeing them build on this success as they prepare for their assessed expedition.