Creative Arts Students Explore Brighton on Annual Seaside Trip
At Christ the King Emmanuel, we believe that creativity flourishes beyond the classroom – and our annual Creative Arts trip is a perfect example.
This year, two coaches full of enthusiastic Level 2 and Level 3 students studying Art, Design, and Media traveled to Brighton for a day of exploration, inspiration, and connection. Organised as an icebreaker at the start of the academic year, the trip gave students a chance to bond with peers across courses and experience new surroundings that spark creative thinking.
In previous years, the department has visited coastal and cultural sites, including Margate, Hastings, Dungeness, Folkestone, and Kew Gardens. Brighton offered a vibrant mix of architecture, seaside fun, and artistic energy.
Students shared their highlights from the day:
“We went to Brighton Pavilion; I went on the rides on Brighton Pier and ate fish and chips on the beach.”
“On the coach I got to meet students from other courses at college and made new friends.”
“This was the first time I’ve ever seen the ocean. It was a magical day!”
“At school we couldn’t go on trips like this. I think we should go on more trips to see the sea.”
Trips like these are part of our commitment to vocational learning, pastoral care, and building a strong sense of community. They help students grow in confidence, broaden their horizons, and make lasting memories.
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Franklin EMMANUEL Grades achieved: D*DD Progressed to: Kingston University Course: BTEC Engineering
“Being at Christ the King has been a great and immersive experience. CTK is a place for growth, discovery, and adapting to new challenges. I received a £15,000 Metric Capital scholarship to help me go on university to study Engineering.”
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Jorge EMMANUEL Grades achieved: D*DD Progressed to: Brunel University Course: BTEC Sport Level 3
“I've had a great experience at CTK. I've met a lot of new people and gained knowledge that I will need in the future. I'm going to study Sport and Exercise Science at Brunel University. My teachers always went the extra mile to make sure I had all my work completed. I would recommend CTK because the knowledgeable and passionate teachers always help students to succeed.”
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Joy EMMANUEL Grades achieved: D*D*D Progressed to: Kingston University Course: BTEC Applied Science
“CTK offers good opportunities and a wide range of courses that I was very interested in. I have learnt excellent time management and determination through the support and advice of my teachers, this is what helped me to achieve my grades. ”
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Chizoba EMMANUEL Grades achieved: D*D*D* Progressed to: Aston University Course: BTEC Level 3 Business
“Studying at Christ The King has enabled me to become more independent as a person, as I was able to take on more responsibility for my own learning and acquire new skills such as my time management and organisational skills.”
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Klaudija EMMANUEL Grades achieved: D*DD Progressed to: University of Greenwich Course: BTEC Level 3 Health & Social Care
“The teachers at CTK are very talented, and they helped me to achieve my best. Everyone is always there to support you as a young individual in all possible areas. I recommend CTK because students always receive the support they need. There are many different activities and opportunities that students can get involved in and improve on a variety of skills.”
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London SE13 5GE
emmanuel@ctksfc.ac.uk
