The afternoon sports programme is intended to satisfy a number of educational criteria. Staff and boys are expected to be fully involved in this area where they are able to relate in a relaxed manner in an active outdoor environment, to help with the physical, mental and social development of each individual. Participation is encouraged, with emphasis on healthy, enjoyable exercise, in striving for the highest standards. The sports fields are thus regarded as an extension of the classroom, where different characteristics in each boy’s development can be assessed. The teaching and learning of sportsmanship and good behaviour on and off the field remains top priority and we stress the importance of learning to win graciously as well as to lose graciously. To win at all costs is strongly discouraged, even though the will to win in a competitive situation is regarded as part of the game. Ultimately, there should be a high level of enjoyment derived from playing sport and with it a realisation that sporting contact is, without doubt, an easy means of establishing new and sometimes lasting, friendships.