The Military Preparation School offers the chance for year
10 and 11 pupils to gain a fascinating insight into life in the Armed Forces.
During their time on the course, students will be encouraged to enhance their
teamwork and leadership skills through their participation in a wide range
of activities, all with a military theme. Students will receive weapon training,
basic fieldcraft tuition and involve themselves in low level infantry tactics.
Every aspect of the course is specifically designed to engage the students
in a unique learning environment, preparing them mentally and physically for
military life.
At the end of each term, there is an overnight exercise where
the students can practise all of the skills which they have acquired in the
last few months. This includes setting up ponchos to form a military camp,
cooking in the field, overnight patrols, camouflage and concealment and battle
fitness training. These activities are designed to encourage the students
to think for themselves and make decisions in a challenging environment.