Not only do pupils have access to facilities for PE, they have access at lunchtimes. There are many lunchtime and after-school activities, including football, basketball, badminton and swimming. Teachers are making good use of the pool. A Buddy system has been introduced over the past few years. As a Buddy myself, I find it satisfying to help pupils settle in and make friends.
Buddies offer support for first-year pupils and are always there to talk.
They can help to deal with problems by building a trusting relationship with first-years. There has been positive feedbacks for pupils, teachers and parents. The system has been exceptionally successful this year. Peer mediation has also been introduced. Senior pupils are trained to deal with situations involving more than one pupil.