Year 10 and 11 students now have the opportunity to join Carr Hill’s Combined Cadet Force Programme - an extra-curricular activity that is a partnership between schools and the Ministry of Defence (MOD) aimed at the development of young people.
The programme, which has been running for the last two years, promotes a military ethos in school; to instil values in young people that will help them get the most out of their life, and contribute to their community and country.
Pupils choosing to sign up will wear the uniform and follow the ethos, traditions and values of the armed services while completing a training syllabus with basic and specialist topics . They will also undertake basic aspects of armed forces life such as Drill (Learning to march), Skill at Arms (weapons handling), navigation, field craft, first aid and sport. Pupils will also have the opportunity to take part in climbing and abseiling, rifle shooting, weapon maintenance, camouflage and concealment and tactics. Progression through the 12 month programme will allow pupils opportunities to gain promotion, taking on further leadership responsibilities and assisting other cadets with their experience.
History teacher Lt Yates runs the programme . He said: “I would encourage students to put themselves forward for the Combined Cadet Force as it is an opportunity to gain and develop a number of qualities which will help now and later in life. Students will develop self-reliance, self-discipline, resourcefulness, endurance, perseverance, leadership, loyalty respect, team work, confidence, initiative and a clear understanding of a sense of service to others, their country and their community. They will also gain a higher level of fitness whilst trying new outdoor activities. All of these personal qualities will remain of value throughout their lives and will undoubtedly assist them in the early stages of any career.”
Carr Hill run the programme with Kirkham Grammar School who deliver the CCF initiative which Carr Hill access to support the programme of provision between the two schools. KGS's Contingent Commander, Major Taylor, said: “The Carr Hill students have been turning up each week at KGS in the wind, rain and snow to participate in the Cadet Training Programme. The pupils have been nothing short of amazing. They have been so enthusiastic, polite, well mannered, courteous, and have mixed so well with not only KGS students, but staff alike. The programme continues to be a huge success.”
Students who are interested in joining the Combined Cadet Force should register their interest with Mr Yates (in HU3). The Combined Cadet Force activities take place at Kirkham Grammar School each Thursday 15.00 – 16.00.
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