GCSE Results Day 8

Langdale, we love you!

A little later than usual, our year 7s made their way north to the picturesque Lake District to enjoy a week of fun-filled activities. The week was certainly wetter than usual but the spirits of the students there were not dampened. The students split up into two groups to attend over the course of the week and were led by their Head of Year, Mr. Edge. Mr Edge has shared his story of a week to remember at Langdale!

The students were certainly excited in the build-up to Langdale and the venue and activities did not disappoint. The base for this week of adventure was a beautiful Victorian mansion accompanied by the beautiful backdrop, that is, the Lake District. The accommodation catered for all 186 students over the week and did a sterling job. Many students spent the mornings raving about their breakfast which set them up perfectly for the long day ahead. The activities included gorge walking, archery, a visit to a quarry, team-building exercises, and scenic walks. Students put their fears aside and plunged into rivers and the dark. Some of the most rewarding moments of the trip were seeing students, who were once full of trepidation, overcome their apprehension and embrace new activities triumphantly. The hostel and the event organisers were full of praise for the politeness, bravery, and good spirit of the students. Several instructors told me that a couple of the groups were the best they had ever had. This high praise for the students was not unwarranted. They were a dream throughout the trip and incredible ambassadors for Our Lady’s High School. They filled me and every teacher in attendance with pride and were a credit to their parents and carers. The evenings were full of fun and consistent questions about when the tuck shop would open. The evening activities consisted of a talent show, games, quizzes, and movie night. The talent show illustrated just how many dances and songs I had never heard of and was a splendid advertisement for TikTok. The students also got to endure my and another teacher’s rap. Needless to say, we did not finish in the top 3 of the competition.