Cricket: Boys' 1st XI vs Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC)
Our partnerships include local schools, among them a special needs school supporting deaf and autistic children, where pupils assist with Forest School activities, listen to children reading, take part in play, and offer support to teachers wherever needed. Beyond schools, pupils volunteer at a local charity shop, an outdoor education centre, the Alms House garden, and in care settings, including befriending individual residents in both a care home and the Alms Houses. These experiences provide a welcome opportunity for pupils to step outside the school environment, try something new, and develop a broader perspective.
For many students, their placement also contributes towards the volunteering element of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award or becomes a valuable addition to personal statements and job applications. Feedback from our placement providers consistently highlights the genuine difference our pupils make, not only through the practical help they offer but also through their positive attitudes, empathy, enthusiasm, and willingness to get involved. This aspect of school life is incredibly rewarding for everyone involved and reflects the strong values at the heart of our community.
Each year, a dedicated committee selects the charities we support, inviting nominations from across the school community before agreeing on the causes we will champion. Every pound raised through mufti days, cake sales, sponsored challenges, and House events goes directly to the chosen charity, ensuring our collective efforts make a meaningful and lasting difference.
