Young Learner Leisure

The leisure programme represents the largest part of the course and it is our intention that all students take part in as many different activities as possible. All included excursions are compulsory unless illness or injury prevents this.

Students have the opportunity to take part in a large number of activities, all within the school’s extensive grounds. Four excursions are included every two weeks, including an excursion to London (upon request) and other famous places such as Stonehenge, legendary Glastonbury and Cardiff, the breathtaking capital of Wales. There are also many optional activities and excursions to famous English towns or theme parks and other places of interest.

Additional excursions and activities are available for an extra charge on request.

: Excursion to Stonehenge, Glastonbury Tor and Students playing football

Sports

Taunton School offers the following sports and games:

Football, Swimming, Hockey, Volleyball, Basketball, Badminton, Table Tennis, Indoor Hockey, Cricket, Softball/Baseball, Rugby, Tennis, Squash

It is important for the safety of all students that correct footwear is worn while playing any of the above sports. Students in bare feet will be asked to stop playing until suitable shoes are worn.

Other activities

Welcome Party, Discos, Karaoke, Treasure Hunts, Country Walks, Video/DVD Nights, Indoor/Board Games, Radio-Controlled Car Racing, Quizzes (with prizes).

Arts and Crafts: Light Bulb Painting*, T-Shirt Painting*, Glass Painting*, Mask & Jewellery Making*, Talent Show, Drama Classes, Film Club

Each two weeks we intend to hold a talent show. If a student requires some extra equipment or clothing for a particular skill, feel free to bring it.

* There will be a very small nominal charge for certain basic items e.g. T-shirt, glass, light bulb. All materials such as paint, brushes etc. are provided free of charge.

: Fun at the Fair

Excursions

In each two week period there will be two full-day and two half-day excursions. The excursions are fully escorted though they may also include free time for the students. Students under the age of 12 will be accompanied by an adult at all times. Older students have to be in groups of at least three.