Combined Cadet Force (CCF) in Senior School
The spirit of adventure
Learn to fly. Take the lead. Set sail.
Kimboltonians are known for their adventurous spirit and what better place to hone this, than in our popular Combined Cadet Force (CCF)?
Kimbolton CCF is recognised as one of the strongest in the country offering discipline, challenges, fun, personal advancement and self-development. Some cadets pursue careers in the Armed Forces, but all cadets benefit from the ethos, integrity and high expectations we hold, no matter which future path they choose.
Our CCF is thriving and over 220 pupils join training every week, across three sections:
- Royal Navy
- Army
- Royal Air Force
Why join the CCF?
Membership opens up opportunities to participate in MOD-run cadet courses ranging from leadership to first aid or scuba diving. Many students gain valuable qualifications, enjoy collaborating with cadets from other units and enjoy a wealth of extra weekend and holiday activities such as:
- Our annual 48-hour Field Weekend at a local military or adventure site
- Single Service residential camps
Most CCF training takes place in our extensive campus, but we also head to Grafham Water for sailing, RAF Wittering for flying and various ranges for full-bore shooting.
CCF in our Senior School
From the Fourth Form (Y10) onwards, you have the opportunity to join the Combined Cadet Force in either our Royal Navy, Army or Royal Air Force sections.
In the Fourth and Fifth Forms (Y10 and Y11), cadets undertake a training syllabus for their chosen section. Activities are led by Sixth Form students, under the support and guidance of our Contingent Commander and Section Commanders.
All cadets enjoy opportunities to attend extra training and camps throughout the year, be it a nationally organised activity, competitions, or our own range days, exercises, and adventurous training.
Each year, all cadets proudly parade with the Contingent on Remembrance Sunday in support of the local branch of the Royal British Legion, and at our Annual General Inspection in May.
- +220 cadets joining training each Thursday afternoon
- +14 years as National Air Squadron Trophy finalists
- 3 sections – Royal Navy, Army and the Royal Air Force
CCF news
“CCF promotes personal qualities such as responsibility, resourcefulness and self-reliance via teaching leadership, military skills and adventurous training.”
Sqn Ldr Karen Dunn, Contingent Commander
Section Commanders
Please note: Although we are proud of Old Kimboltonians who go on to join the Armed Forces, CCF is not a recruiting organisation; membership brings no liability for compulsory service or training in the Armed Services.
