Wellingborough School’s Combined Cadet Force has a long and distinguished history. Established in November 1900, on the occasion of its centenary in 2000 the Annual Inspection was covered by BBC television. The CCF has facilities behind the Sports Hall as well as an indoor .22 shooting range. In over a century it has passed through numerous phases often reflecting changes in society. Today Wellingborough School CCF is a compulsory activity for all S9 pupils until the completion of the S10 year after which it continues to attract both boys and girls at instructor level. The annual Presentation Evening in January for the new S9 recruits is a memorable occasion in which serving members of sections provide a graphic picture of the experiences of life in the CCF.