The 'Other Half' is a colloquialism used throughout Abingdon School. It represents a substantial part of the educational experience, involving activities that take place beyond the academic curriculum – and usually outside the classroom. It is to be seen as an essential part of the learning experience – offering boys the opportunity to learn about life in its broader context: its challenges and opportunities, successes and inevitable disappointments.
The term 'Other Half' represents the significance of extra-curricular activities within the ethos of the School. It also suggests the idea of a balance to be achieved, between academic focus and recreational enjoyment. Some of the elements of the 'Other Half' are compulsory – others are entirely voluntary.
I hope boys will enjoy looking through these pages and that during their time at Abingdon they will have the opportunity to experience a range of contrasting activities; hopefully one or two will become pursuits they follow and develop in their adult lives.
Stuart Evans
Master i/c Other Half