The travelling itinerary for Whickham students has been busier than ever in 2006-2007 with 8 separate trips to five countries across four continents. This in addition to a number of residentials in Northumberland and the Lake District as ever more Whickham students engage in residential; experiences.
Crossing Continents
Eight of our upper school students are currently taking part in an ambitious World Challenge expedition in India.
After arriving in Manail, the students along with Mr Golightly and two World Challenge leaders will embark on a two-week trek across the Zanskar range before some well deserved rest and recuperation in Delhi.
From Delhi, the students will travel to Leh where they will carry out community work at Chochut secondary school, where they will also complete their own mural.
The students raised £3000 themselves to fund this unique experience. We look forward to reporting further upon this in September.
French Homestay
Whickham students are continuing their continental journeys with a week-long homestay in Strasbourg in the Alsace region. After a visit to Champagne, students paired-up to stay with French families, gaining first-hand cultural insights, embarking on a variety of excursions and practising their language skills.
Approximately 30 students from years 9 and 10 have participated in the homestay experience, gaining fascinating insights into French family life and many other aspects of French culture.