A Euro café, interactive science displays, musical interludes, drama performances and sport demonstrations are just some of the activities on offer at the Plymouth College Open Morning on Saturday 8th October.
The leading independent school opens its doors atFordParkfrom9.30 a.m.to12.30 p.m. Visitors will have the chance to look around the school and meet staff and pupils.
Founded in 1877,PlymouthCollegeis a city-based day and boarding school providing education for boys and girls aged 11 to 18. A forward-looking school with a successful history, this summer saw a good set of results at both A Level and GCSE, with 98% and 90% pass rates respectively - on average Plymouth College pupils perform one grade better in each GCSE taken than predicted by previous attainment. A number of students achieve about two grades higher than expected in each subject. The school also offers the International Baccalaureate in the Sixth Form, which achieved an outstanding first-ever overall point score of 34, the equivalent of more than 3 A*s at A Level.
The school is equally proud of its enriching extra-curricular programme, with activities ranging from sports and outward bound to music and drama. The senior school production of 'Blood Brothers' was dramatic and intense, while Year 7 has been enjoying overnight stays at Whiteworks on Dartmoor. On the sports front, elite swimmer, Grant Halsall, won 3 medals at the Commonwealth Youth Games, while Tia Simms-Lymn is double British Fencing Champion.
The school boasts a mix of cultures with pupils from theFar East,Asia,Europeand theAmericas. Locally, pupils come fromPlymouth, the South Hams,West Devonand South East Cornwall, many using the school bus service.
Headmaster, Dr Simon Wormleighton, says: "Our academic curriculum is 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."
For more information please call the Headmaster's Secretary on 01752 203245 or e-mail [email protected]
