Cundall’s newest PADI divers
Congratulations to India Clements and Joshua Johnson who have achieved their PADI Open Water Scuba Diving qualification. The two underwater adventurers completed the theory and practice scuba diving course during Saturday school but had to also undertake a series of open water dives to fully qualify. They completed the requisite four dives at the Capernwray Dive School, passing with flying colours. India, who hopes to pursue her diving in a career in marine biology, summed up the experience: “The quarry where they did our open water diving was amazing. The water was really clear and we could see some really big fish and all sorts of sunken items – including a plane! The instructors were brilliant – so kind and knowledgeable, and really inspirational.” Joshua added “It was brilliant. The highlight for me was the submerged Thunderbirds IV full scale model and the Helicopter!”
Form 1 celebrate their ESB success
What a lovely way for our new Form 1 pupils to start the year. They are the very happy recipients of the certificates they earned from their ESB presentations last term. It was a tremendous set of results with children gaining Merits and Distinctions all round. Well done Form 1!
It’s smiles all round as the boarders return
Who would have thought there would be such delight and excitement on the first night back of a new term in the boarding house! Given the wonderful welcome they received from Mr Coates and Mrs Conway, and the remarkable transformation of the Boarding House, perhaps it’s not so surprising. Before coming down to enjoy a wonderful barbecue on the lawn with boarding staff and parents, the boarders enjoyed settling into their newly appointed and decorated dorms. All the dormitories have been given a total revamp, with new furniture comprising study beds or bed and separate desks. The new arrangements guarantees that every boarder has their own wardrobe and their own private study area – and a lot more space! The boys’ top floor also has a new common room area, whilst the Form 6 girls have an extra ensuite shower. The rearrangement of the dormitories also means that all boarders can now enjoy a larger, bright common room. We look forward to bringing you more news and pictures of the Boarding House refurbishment shortly.