The Somerset College Grade 10 pupils go on a camping trip during September each year, as part of the school’s outdoor education programme. The camp is organised and managed by the school staff, but a large portion of the preparation is done by the pupils. They are given a budget and are required to set up a meal plan for each of the eight groups. They must buy the food and provide all necessary equipment. Although challenging, this teaches them skills that they otherwise might never acquire. Their activities include an overnight hike up the Sneeuberg and swimming in the mountain streams, team-building exercises, smaller hikes, community service, some braais and stargazing. The Cederberg camp is a great learning experience for all with a mixture of fun, adventures and bonding
Above and below: The Somerset College Grade 10 pupils go on a camping trip during September each year, as part of the schools outdoor education programme. The camp is organised and managed by the school staff, but a large portion of the preparation is done by the pupils. They are given a budget and are required to set up a meal plan for each of the eight groups. They must buy the food and provide all necessary equipment. Although challenging, this teaches them skills that they otherwise might never acquire. Their activities include an overnight hike up the Sneeuberg and swimming in the mountain streams, team-building exercises, smaller hikes, community service, some braais and stargazing. The Cederberg camp is a great learning experience for all with a mixture of fun, adventures and bonding.
Jo Knowles having a picnic with her Somerset College Grade 7 tutor group.
Somerset College congratulates the pupils who were awarded a scholarship for 2019. They were welcomed by board member Edwena Goff at a special function on Tuesday December 4. At the back, from left, are Naeem Rhoda, Megan Chaloner, and Thando Prusent. In front, are Ihmaam Nicholas, Razia Darries, Edwena Goff, Lino Mngoma and Ilke Keet.
The children of Somerset Colleges employees were invited to a Christmas party on Saturday December 1, which included a jumping castle, fun games and activities, food and
of course, Father Christmass much-anticipated visit, where every child received a gift. The party is a way to thank all the Somerset College staff for their hard work throughout the
year.