CCF
WHAT IS THE CCF?
The Combined Cadet Force (CCF) is a national youth organisation sponsored by the Ministry of Defence (MoD).
It aims to “provide a disciplined organisation in a school so that pupils may develop powers of leadership by means of training to promote the qualities of responsibility, self-reliance, resourcefulness, endurance and perseverance.”
The CCF is not a recruitment organisation for the Armed Forces and there is zero obligation for cadets to join the military.
Established in 1860 as the Rifle Corps, Rossall School CCF is the oldest CCF in the country. With a vibrant and distinguished history, the Contingent has been an integral part of Rossall life for generations and remains one of the school’s most popular and valued co-curricular activities.
Rossall has a proud history of providing the military with former cadets who have gone on to serve with distinction in the armed forces, including senior ranking officers such as Brigadier’s and Generals. The priority of the Contingent is to provide pupils with enriching opportunities to engage in both military and civilian training, with an emphasis on leadership, teamwork and character development.
Our programme offers pupils an exciting mix of personal growth, adventure and valuable life skills, making it an excellent addition to any CV or Personal Statement. Rossall cadets are expected to be among the most confident, professional and well-rounded individuals in the school community, but above all, the CCF remains a place where cadets have fun, form lasting friendships, and create unforgettable memories.
How It Works
CCF is compulsory for students in Year 9, after which they may remain in the CCF until Year 13. The longer they are involved, the more opportunities become available to them! In Year 9, CCF training is split into two parts.
The first section allows all cadets to engage in a programme of Skill at Arms, First Aid, Navigation and Expedition training and Drill. This then leads onto section specific training, which is led by senior cadets. This allows for the development of skills tailored to their chosen subject.
Senior cadets (Year 10,11, 12 and 13), sees a combination of development of own skills and knowledge, paired with the teaching and supporting of junior cadet’s training.
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