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Penair RAF Cadet Unit Only school in Cornwall First in the country to start an RAF unit from Scratch Aims of the CCF The broad function of the CCF is 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 self-confidence and self-discipline required in Service life are equally vital in the civil life of a nation today. The specific function of the Service training in the CCF is: a. To provide the opportunity for young people to exercise responsibility and leadership, and to learn from the Services how they can best be developed. b. To impart a basic knowledge and understanding of the role of the Armed Forces Penair School Aims To increase academic performance through the imparting of skills and attitudes in line with that of a uniformed service. To increase provision for outdoor education and reduce the financial limits for inclusion. To promote discipline and self reliance History of the CCF Pre-war roots particularly with the Army and then the Air Defence Cadet Corps (ADCC), very much a training ground for officers and active service. Officially established in 1948 with 3000 RAF cadets. Predominately independent schools. Cadets helping to refuel aircraft for coastal command ADCC Cadet uniform The Modern CCF 43,000 Cadets of which 9,000 RAF £30 million from MOD 260 schools, 60 state schools. Cadet Organisation Where we fit Commandant Air Cadets Air Commodore Dawn McCafferty South West Region CCF Penair Section Our Section team is made up of: Mr Merrick Contingent Commander Mr Childs Commanding Officer RAF Mrs Cook 2nd in Command RAF Test team (RAF StMawgan) SGT Sparks SW HQ RAF StMawgan Expectations The expectations of CCF cadets are similar to those of serving RAF personnel. 1. Self-discipline: The ability to display responsible and sensible behaviour without supervision or the fear of punishment. 2.Uniform: Cadets should show pride in their uniform and be mindful they are representing the RAF and the section when wearing it. Shoes should be polished, uniform clean and ironed appropriately. 3. Attitude 4. Commitment 5. Discipline Cadets Structure Senior NCO runs the flight Senior Cadets (Leading cadets and above) Junior NCO’s First Class cadets and above New recruits and 2nd Class Cadets The Cadet experience Cadet Wednesday 15:20 – 17:30 Brief parade (formed up in flights) 3 activities each evening (when appropriate) Drill Shooting Command tasks Ultilearn lessons Brief Parade to finish How often out on activities: Flying Shooting Outdoor activities Night exercises Command tasks Camp SGT Sparks Opportunities and Activities Financial Commitment Cost weekly £1 Cost of trips In line or below that of school trips Transport Accommodation Specific activities Cost of Camps SGT Spark Cost of Kit Uniform Shoes