The centrepiece of our sixth form extra-curricular offer is the Gilpin Cup. This year-long contest sees each of our sixth form tutor groups take part in all sorts of rounds. Rowing, tug-of-war and our sports day dry triathlon have all featured in the sporting section of the cup, alongside the ever-popular football tournament. The University Challenge competition puts general knowledge in the spotlight, copying the format of the long-running television show. The chess, photography and stocks and shares events give individuals a chance to shine and earn points for their teams.

Our new sports hall opened in 2023. Students can use the fitness suite before and after school for free. Our weekly climbing club makes good use of the climbing wall.

Students volunteer to help others in the school community, adding valuable experience and skills to future university or job applications. Some become classroom assistants, helping younger students in lessons. Others train as peer mentors, guiding and tutoring others and sharing their expertise in their chosen subjects. Still others choose to supervise students doing homework in computer rooms at lunchtimes.