An inspiring story from a former pupil in today's Telegraph. telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/04… Photo credit: David Ferguson

Recently, The Sunday Times Parent Power Schools Guide named Winchester College its Southeast Independent Secondary School of the Year 2024. The College is delighted that the academic achievements of its pupils have been recognised. Read more here: bit.ly/3NeGcHx

Recently, the College welcomed over 900 local pupils & members of the public for the @cameron_b_trust Memorial Wildlife Talk & Lecture with guest speaker, Megan McCubbin. You can read more about Megan's visit below bit.ly/47Nxo3j

This past Sunday, the College community held its annual Remembrance Service to remember to former pupils & staff who gave their lives in service of their country. You can learn more about the College's history in conflicts dating from 1782 to 1990 below. bit.ly/3uhsahS

Today, the College community observed a 2 minute silence to pay tribute to those who have given their lives while serving the country. We will remember them.

Last Saturday saw the conclusion of this year's Makyth Ventures Ignite inter-school pitch competition. Sponsored by @FUEL10K , the theme for the event was the 'Future of Food' & saw teams pitching ideas on cricket protein to hyper-personalised nutrition & banana leaf packaging.

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Last week, the College hosted its latest instalment of Studium lecture series. Alongside College pupils & staff, students from our partner state schools attended talks on a range of topics, including Neurodiversity, Islam in China, and fostering an Adventurous Mindset.

And just like that, half term is upon us. To all pupils, parents, and staff, we wish you a restful break.

Recently, students from the @CrownandManor joined us for a day of enrichment which included sport, a STEM challenge, Chemistry & Maths sessions. A long-standing partnership, this is the second visit by the Club this year, & we look forward to welcoming them back soon.

Last weekend, the Winchester Sailing team competed at the Eric Twiname Youth Team Racing event. Sailing against some strong teams on the first day, the Winchester team held their own, and won all their races on the second day, making them winners of the Bronze Fleet.

Last Friday, the College's Charities Committee organised a sponsored run & cake sale in aid of the School’s national charity, @YLvsCancer. More than 700 pupils participated over a variety of distances. So far, the event has raised over £9,000. Our thanks go to those who donated.

This year, the College is opening its Sixth Form music awards to both external and internal candidates and offering choral and organ awards. Pupils can find out more via the link below, and the closing date for application is Friday 13 October. bit.ly/459euSX

Over the summer holidays, 17 College pupils ventured north for a Classics trip to walk the Hadrian’s Wall Path, taking in the spectacular landscape & geology of the Northumberland National Park, the archaeological riches of Vindolanda Roman town & the Roman Army Museum, and more.

Today, the College CCF marked Battle of Britain Day. The ceremony took place next to a statue of former pupil Hugh Dowding, Commander in Chief of RAF Fighter Command 1936-1940. The statue is located in War Cloister, which will be 100 years old next year.

At the end of last term, 14 cadets and CCF staff took part in Adventure Training in the Lake District, where they took part in mountain biking, hill walking & canoeing. The cadets also visited Keswick & its historical market & other local landmarks in the Lake District & Cumbria.