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Leadership in Action: LAPD Pupils Take to the Hills

Lower Sixth pupils from Eastbourne College have been out on their training expedition as part of the LAPD (Leadership Awards and Personal Development) programme, working towards their qualification as Lowland Expedition Leaders. The programme, designed to nurture leadership, resilience, and teamwork, offers pupils a unique opportunity to develop practical skills in real-world settings. Under clear blue skies and in stunning natural surroundings, pupils navigated through lowland terrain, putting into practice their map reading, route planning, and group management skills. This hands-on experience is a vital component of their training, preparing them not only for the final assessment but also for future leadership roles both in and beyond school. The expedition perfectly captured the spirit of “blue sky learning,” combining outdoor education with personal growth. It was inspiring to see pupils rise to the challenge with enthusiasm and determination, embracing every opportunity to learn, lead, and support one another along the way.

Ten LAPD pupils with rucksacks and maps stand in a row on a sunny, grassy path in the hills, green fields and trees behind them under a clear blue sky—showcasing Leadership in Action. A group of ten pupils stands together outdoors, smiling, with green hills, a winding river, and a clear blue sky in the background on a sunny day—capturing true Leadership in Action. A group of LAPD pupils with rucksacks walk along a grassy riverside path under a clear blue sky, surrounded by green hills and trees, demonstrating Leadership in Action on their journey. A group of LAPD pupils with rucksacks walk along a grassy, narrow path beside a river, surrounded by green fields, bushes, and distant hills under a clear blue sky—showcasing leadership in action. Three ramblers with rucksacks walk along a dirt path through rolling hills, demonstrating leadership in action. To the right, wild ponies graze on the grassy hillside, whilst fields and a tractor appear under a clear blue sky.

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