More than 800 students enjoyed a sailing charity’s learning programmes during the 2022-23 academic year.

Endeavour’s 2023 impact report revealed that 830 students from 20 schools took part in more than 2,240 hours of experiential learning between September 2022 and August 2023.

Formed in 2015, Endeavour promotes learning through sailing, introducing students to marine conservation and maritime careers.

Students who took part in the free programmes developed teamwork and problem-solving skills, as well as interest in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.

Patrina Cumbermack, science teacher at Sandys Secondary Middle School, said: “Students that did not have a relationship in class or didn’t really socialise within the classroom had to work within teams in Endeavour.

“That has been transferred to the classroom; they became more comfortable with each other and got to know one another on a different level.”

Ms Cumbermack added: “Students are able to learn freely and more comfortably in an environment that isn’t so standardised.

“They can see how what they have learnt applies to their everyday life.

“Students have fun learning and because of that they are engaged.”

J’Kai Berkeley, who graduated from Endeavour’s springboard programme in 2023, said: “Being able to work on chart plotting, boat safety and navigation prepared me for the course at the Chapman School of Seamanship.

“If you enjoy being on the ocean and you want to be involved in the maritime industry, the Endeavour Maritime Springboard Programme is the perfect start for your career.”

Shanae Mallory said her son, Shannon Smith, enjoys the Endeavour graduate programme every day.

She explained: “Endeavour gives children other avenues to explore a sport they might not have done otherwise.

“Endeavour’s programmes allow children to get a different perspective on what is available out there for them.”

• To view the 2023 impact report in full, see Related Media

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