Word of the Day: “Supportive”

PHC students started today with either some relaxed reading in the library or by continuing to support each other in the gym.

In the MH class, they practised vocabulary and looked forward to the upcoming Cambridge excursion.

The OBH class studied modern slang as well as using conditionals to talk about real and imagined future plans, including what they would do if they won the lottery!

PHC students explored the difference between a curated image and reality using Oscar Wilde’s ‘A Portrait of Dorian Gray’.

After lunch, our MH and OBH students continued with their weekly activities. In Cooking, our chefs made some delicious sushi which was shared with other students and staff.

Our Textiles group tried their hand at some finger knitting. This was a new skill for all, but they soon got hooked.

In their Academic Electives, PHC students were also beginning to knit together their projects. The article writing group collated interview research into articles whilst the video production group divided up the tasks of video editing, audio recording, music selection and text design.

Meanwhile, the academic writing group looked at how to use linking words and discourse markers in writing.

Later in the afternoon, things got competitive in the pool with a game of water polo.

Glass Painting was on offer for those looking for a more relaxing activity. The impressive designs were bursting with colour and creativity.

In the evening it was time for the inaugural ‘CAE Blind Night’! To start, students took on a blind taste and touch tests which left them grinning and grimacing in equal measure.

To conclude Blind Night, each House team took on a blind obstacle course. Guided through, under and over various obstacles by one team member, each team showed fantastic bravery and resilience to complete this difficult challenge.

It is truly incredible how much we rely on our sight. But with that superpower taken away, our communication and listening skills were put to the test. What a brilliant way to practise our language skills!

There were also exemplary displays of supportive behaviour, with encouragement, reassurance and kindness shown by all teams.

Drawing on each other for support, the House teams were able to complete this challenge, and finally remove their blindfolds with relief and pride. With bonds now tighter than ever, our students could once again see their friends and reflect on their unique experience.