History is brought to life during Plymouth College Open Morning - 13/10/09

Published: 13 October, 2009

Dick Turpin, a cave man, a Roman and a suffragette were just some of the characters brought to life at Plymouth College's Open Morning.  Staff and pupils from the History department dressed up in a range of costumes to demonstrate some of the many eras studied at the independent school.

 In other parts of the school visitors were treated to a whole host of activities such as interactive science displays, musical interludes, drama performances and sport demonstrations.  One of the most popular departments to visit was Modern Languages, who were serving croissants and waffles in the Euro café.

 The Open Morning is held each year to give prospective parents and pupils a chance to have a look around the school, meet pupils and staff, and get a real feel for what life is really like at Plymouth College.

 Headmaster, Dr Simon Wormleighton, said: "We had a very impressive turnout for Open Morning, which is very encouraging as we look to numbers for September 2010. 

 "Our academic curriculum is really strong but we also believe firmly in the importance of the wider curriculum, which is reflected in the diverse mix of sporting, outward bound, artistic, musical and dramatic activities.  Everyone is able to find success and enjoyment along a broad front.  There is a great community spirit at the College and those who come here make lasting friendships and forge good relationships at all levels."

 This summer saw a good set of results at both A Level and GCSE, with 98% and 92% pass rates respectively. The school is equally proud of its extra-curricular achievements.  The House drama competition just before Christmas always proves to be very creative and lively, while a group of pupils are looking forward helping with a building project in The Gambia at the end of October.  On the sports front, the 1st XV rugby team are hoping to repeat last year's unbeaten run and fencer, Georgina Barrington, has just won an English team gold medal in the UK Schools Games.