Sports

How Colleges Differ from Traditional Schools

Sixth Form colleges are known for their academic focus and the freedom they offer students. Unlike traditional British boarding schools, they often have more modest facilities—some even house students 10-20 minutes from campus. This means Cambridge Tutors College partners with top-tier venues around Croydon to deliver its sports programme, ensuring access to excellent facilities while maintaining its distinctive educational approach.

Sports Infrastructure

The college uses a nearby sports complex that features multiple halls, a swimming pool, an athletics stadium, and a fully equipped gym. Another key component of the programme involves state-of-the-art Astroturf pitches with artificial lighting, which allow students to train and compete year-round regardless of weather conditions.

The Role of Sports

While many Sixth Form colleges don’t require athletic participation, Cambridge Tutors College still fields competitive teams that represent the institution at interscholastic and national levels. Students aren’t bound by the rigid seasonal sports schedules typical of traditional boarding schools, which means they can choose activities that genuinely interest them while still experiencing the camaraderie of team competition.

Popular Sports at Cambridge Tutors College

Classic sports remain student favourites at the college:

• Football
• Basketball
• Badminton
• Tennis
• Table tennis
• Badminton
• Volleyball

Beyond these, qualified instructors also offer yoga, dance, fitness classes, and zumba for those seeking different ways to stay active.

Active Sports at Cambridge Tutors College

Weekend trips to London add an adventure element to the programme. These excursions take students hiking, bowling, paintballing, and go-karting, with some even trying skydiving. It’s about more than structured athletics—these experiences help build friendships and give students a break from their intensive academic schedules while staying physically engaged.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award as Part of Sports Programming

Physical development forms one pillar of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, which Cambridge Tutors College offers as part of its broader curriculum. This prestigious programme—highly valued by British universities—combines volunteering, skill-building, and physical challenges. Students work toward bronze, silver, or gold awards through both regular athletic activities and multi-day expeditions that test endurance and teamwork.