Year 9 Calshot Trip – Townsend Church of England School

We are delighted to report that the recent Year 9 residential trip to Calshot was a tremendous success.

Taking place over several days, the trip provided students with an exciting opportunity to challenge themselves, develop new skills, and enjoy a wide range of outdoor and adventure activities in a safe and supportive environment.

Throughout the trip, students took part in a variety of activities, including:

Kayaking – developing teamwork, water confidence, and paddling techniques
Skiing and Snowboarding – learning the fundamentals of winter sports on the indoor slopes
Rifle Shooting and Archery – improving focus, control, and coordination
Climbing, and Team Challenges – encouraging perseverance and cooperation

All students behaved exceptionally well throughout the trip and were a credit to the school. Staff at Calshot were highly complimentary of their respectful attitude, willingness to participate, and enthusiasm across all activities.

It was clear that students thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Many overcame personal challenges, tried new activities for the first time, and built stronger relationships with their peers and teachers. The atmosphere was one of encouragement, support, and fun – creating lasting memories for everyone involved.

Best wishes,

Mr M Brooks
Head of Year 9