👩🏾🔬🕵️♀️ Murder Mystery Science Night 👨🔬🧪
Bringing learning to life, last week 20 pupils from our Lower School (Queen Mary House) took part in a thrilling Murder Mystery Science Night hosted by our brilliant Upper Sixth STEM Ambassadors.
Working in teams, pupils were challenged to solve the mysterious death of a famous scientist by analysing the evidence. They carried out a range of forensic investigations — including fingerprint analysis, chromatography of pen samples, letter analysis, and flame tests of metal compounds found on the suspect’s clothing — before presenting their findings on a poster.
A huge thank you to our STEM Ambassadors for leading such a creative and engaging evening, to our science technicians for preparing and organising the practical activities, and to the teachers who supported the event.
#KESWscience #STEM #bringinglearningtolife #anexceptionalschooljourney #Bridewellschools
Surf’s up! 🌊 Our pupils recently travelled to North Devon for an unforgettable surfing adventure - one of the many ways life at King Edward’s Witley goes beyond the classroom. Our co‑curricular programme is designed to inspire growth, build confidence and create lasting memories.
If you’d like to learn more about the exceptional opportunities we offer, book your personal tour at kesw.org/admissions or contact our team at admissions@kesw.org or call +44 (0)1428 686 735.
#kesw #keswitley #bridewellschools #cocurricular #surfing #northdevon #surfdevon @walkingonwavessurfschool #englishboardingschools
This morning, our community came together for a Service of Remembrance to honour the sacrifice and service of those who have defended our freedoms and our way of life.
A poignant reading of the names of the Old Witleans who died in World Wars I and II was followed by a moving rendition of ‘The Last Post’ performed by one of our excellent music scholars, signalling the start of a two-minute silence broken by the ‘Reveille’. A thought provoking service was led by Reverend James Radcliffe, with uplifting and reflective choral performances from the King Edward’s choir.
Our final hymn together, ‘I vow to thee my country:
‘The love that never falters,
The love that pays the price,
The love that makes undaunted
The final sacrifice!
‘At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them.
#bridewellschools #remembranceday #wewillrememberthem
Last week we were delighted to welcome Sir Jeremy Hunt, MP for Godalming and Ash to King Edward’s Witley for an engaging Q&A session with our Sixth Form, Academic Scholars and Politics & Economics pupils.
Drawing on his experience at the highest levels of government, Sir Jeremy reflected on the UK’s enduring influence in tackling global challenges - from European security and democracy to migration, trade and climate change. In vibrant conversation, our pupils respectfully posed insightful and challenging questions, exchanged opinions, and acquitted themselves admirably.
Interactions like these are invaluable: thought provoking, strengthening political and social literacy, and encouraging critical engagement with the world beyond the classroom.
#Bridewellschools #Bridewelldiploma #Futureproofededucation #SixthForm #anexceptionalschooljourney
Congratulations to all pupils recently elected to School Council as announced by Mr Corran, Deputy Head, this morning.
We are in no doubt that you will be excellent role models: setting the tone of our pupil body, promoting a disciplined and kind atmosphere, championing great initiatives and working with all our pupils and senior teams to ensure that every voice is heard.
We eagerly await your positive, collective impact, and look forward to you representing your peers in this important forum throughout this forthcoming academic year.
#pupilexcellence #goodcitizens #leadership #kindness #bridewellschools #collegiality
🎼 We warmly invite our Bridewell Community to join us at King Edward’s this Friday (7th November) for a Piano Showcase, or next Friday 14th November for a Brass & String showcase.
Both performances begin in the Music Recital Room at 5:30pm and promise plenty of musical magic delivered by our inspiring and talented young musicians
Whether playing for simple pleasure or focused on a professional career as a musician or in music production, King Edward’s really does provide extraordinary musical opportunity for all.
Bridewell Schools - an exceptional all through school journey of living, learning and musical excellence. A very warm welcome awaits you.
Learn more?
Book a visit at KESW.org
contact our team at admissions@kesw.org or call us on +44 (0)1428 686735
#bridewellschools #musiceducation
#exceptionallearning
#futureproofededucation
Reading really does change lives - it’s not just a slogan. It boosts wellbeing, supports academic success, helps us broaden understanding and inspires us to reach our dreams.
We’re proud to celebrate our summer readers brilliant commitment and ongoing passions for reading. #keswreads #bridewellschools #summerreadingchallenge
Cape Town 🌍💙
Our hearts are full of joy back in Witley as photos come through of our wonderful young sports people meeting new friends in South Africa. An incredible start to the tour for our cricket and hockey teams - matches, coaching, happy experiences and unforgettable views, learning through every experience.
We’ve been proud to share sports kit so generously donated by the KESW community with local schools and their communities, helping more young people discover the joy of sport.
Trips like this remind us that education reaches far beyond the classroom, it reaches hearts and minds and broadens horizons.
#kesw #capetowntour #educationthroughsport #togetherthroughsport #globalcitizens #adventureawaits #keswcommunity
Yesterday we celebrated our Bridewell Admissions Day - a proud tradition where new pupils are formally admitted to the Bridewell Royal Hospital family.
It represents the beginning of a journey shaped by excellence in learning, community, and the shared values that connect our schools.
Whether joining Upper Prep at Barrow Hills, Queen Mary House at KESW, Sixth Form, or any of the year groups in between, we wish every pupil continued success and happiness in their time with us.
Welcome to Bridewell. #bridewellschools
Our Cricket and Hockey teams have officially set off for Cape Town! 🇿🇦🏑
Over the summer, thanks to your incredible generosity, we’ve collected:
👟 120+ pairs of shoes (plus over 100 more at the start of summer!)
🏏 20 cricket bats
🏑 125 hockey sticks
🦵 Shin pads
🎽 Sports bras & kits (around 10 bags’ worth!)
👗 Netball dresses
🚴♀️ …and even a bike helmet!
Every item will be helping young people play, move, and belong through sport.
Thank you for your kind donations - we look forward to sharing them with schools and communities in South Africa during our tour. 💙
@ourshoescharity #keswsport #bridewellschools #shoesandsticks #ourshoescharity #donate #kesw #southafricatour
