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Beginning of January Term Update

5th January 2021

Dear Parents/Guardians Further to the Government’s announcement yesterday evening, I write to update you about the arrangements for the beginning of term and the weeks ahead. I am sorry that…

Climbing Feat

17th December 2020

5th Form pupil, Toby Roberts, has succeeded in achieving his latest intrepid goal of climbing the extraordinary ‘Rainshadow’ following the 9a route. ‘Rainshadow’ is a huge amphitheatre-shaped limestone natural cliff…

Music and Art Christmas Competition

11th December 2020

As it has not been possible for us to have concerts and carol services with an audience this year, several local schools were invited to take part in our competition…

New Bunker Gallery Exhibition

10th December 2020

On the Wednesday 9th December 2020, a new exhibition ‘Receptive Nature’ by one of our resident artists Jess Emsley opened in the Bunker Gallery. Q: What is your current role…

Check Mate

7th December 2020

On Saturday 5 December, the School held its first remote Chess Tournament. A total of 31 players took part in the Tournament consisting a mix of feeder school guests and…

Ex-cricketer talks about gambling

7th December 2020

The Sixth Form ‘Inspire Speaker Series’ on Friday 4 December was given by former first-class cricketer and recovering gambler Patrick Foster. Mr Foster gave a powerful and heartfelt 45 minute…

Sneak-a-Peek Barrister and Solicitor Talk

2nd December 2020

On Tuesday 1st December, our Careers Department held their next event in the careers Sneak-A-Peek series. This time the pupils in the session heard from two Old Witleians who work…

Sir Isaac Newton Zooms into the 21st Century

20th November 2020

Sir Isaac Newton caused great excitement this week when he Zoomed in to the virtual Science Lecture! Due to the current COVID restrictions, our local feeder schools were unable to…

Covid Update from Deputy Head

14th November 2020

Dear Parents and Guardians, This is the ‘Friday’ update I promised in my Half Term letter; I apologise that it is 24 hours late. I am pleased to report no…

Bringing the supermarket to School

14th November 2020

With current COVID restrictions, our boarders have been unable to leave the School for activities they usually would do every week, for example going shopping in Guildord and to Sainsbury’s…

Recently a number of our Lower Sixth pupils attended an inspiring London Careers Festival event with experts in their fields, Professor Martin Elliott and Professor Robin May.

Professor Elliott specialises in open heart surgery for babies at Great Ormond Street Hospital. Our pupils learnt about his career journey towards realising his specialisation as well as the various entry opportunities into the medical profession and the importance maths plays in planning surgery.

Professor May is a specialist in infectious diseases. He also shared an incredible and diverse career journey and how he now uses his knowledge and experience in human infectious diseases to advise the government as the Chief Scientific Adviser for the FSA.

With insightful advice from both experts, our pupils learnt that a career, especially in science, is not a destination but a journey of discovery to be explored and enjoyed.

#careersinmedicine #careersinscience #londoncareersfestival ##bridewelleducation

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Recently a number of our Lower Sixth pupils attended an inspiring London Careers Festival event with experts in their fields, Professor Martin Elliott and Professor Robin May.

Professor Elliott specialises in open heart surgery for babies at Great Ormond Street Hospital. Our pupils learnt about his career journey towards realising his specialisation as well as the various entry opportunities into the medical profession and the importance maths plays in planning surgery.

Professor May is a specialist in infectious diseases. He also shared an incredible and diverse career journey and how he now uses his knowledge and experience in human infectious diseases to advise the government as the Chief Scientific Adviser for the FSA.

With insightful advice from both experts, our pupils learnt that a career, especially in science, is not a destination but a journey of discovery to be explored and enjoyed.

#careersinmedicine #careersinscience #londoncareersfestival ##bridewelleducation

☀️ Bright skies and warm spring sunshine added to the delight of visitors to AppArt at King Edward’s over the long Easter weekend as upwards of 2000 folk from near and far followed the sculpture trail through our beautifully grounds, and immersed themselves in the vibrant creativity of the gallery exhibition. AppArt runs every day from 10am-4pm until Saturday 18th April and is free to all.

The sun’s still shining, so why not come and explore the incredible talent of professional and emerging artists at one of South East England’s most celebrated art and sculpture events hosted at King Edward’s Witley. No booking required. Coffee shop open! ☕️

#appart #sculpturetrail #keswitley #artexpo

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☀️ Bright skies and warm spring sunshine added to the delight of visitors to AppArt at King Edward’s over the long Easter weekend as upwards of 2000 folk from near and far followed the sculpture trail through our beautifully grounds, and immersed themselves in the vibrant creativity of the gallery exhibition. AppArt runs every day from 10am-4pm until Saturday 18th April and is free to all.

The sun’s still shining, so why not come and explore the incredible talent of professional and emerging artists at one of South East England’s most celebrated art and sculpture events hosted at King Edward’s Witley. No booking required. Coffee shop open! ☕️

#appart #sculpturetrail #keswitley #artexpo

🐣 Wishing our wonderful King Edward’s Witley pupils, staff and community and our Bridewell Education friends and family a joyful and peaceful Easter weekend, wherever you may be.

#bridewellfamily #happyeaster #anexceptionalschooljourney #unitedbydiversitysince1553

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🐣 Wishing our wonderful King Edward’s Witley pupils, staff and community and our Bridewell Education friends and family a joyful and peaceful Easter weekend, wherever you may be.

#bridewellfamily #happyeaster #anexceptionalschooljourney #unitedbydiversitysince1553

A brilliant day at School as we celebrated the return of AppArt with @nicolagodden_sculpture officially opening the Sculpture Trail and Exhibition, which includes pieces from both King Edward’s and @barrowhillsschool pupils, staff and parents. AppArt is open for two weeks from 4th April, between 10.00 and 4.00 each day. Prepare to be amazed!

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A brilliant day at School as we celebrated the return of AppArt with @nicolagodden_sculpture officially opening the Sculpture Trail and Exhibition, which includes pieces from both King Edward’s and @barrowhillsschool pupils, staff and parents. AppArt is open for two weeks from 4th April, between 10.00 and 4.00 each day. Prepare to be amazed!

This Saturday, the brilliant AppArt returns to King Edward’s, Witley where it all began. A free event for all, AppArt has become one of South East England’s most celebrated art and sculpture events, showcasing a mix of professional and emerging artists.

Exhibitors from our own community include Marnie Glue, artist in residence, Paul Holland (teacher) and Phoebe (3rd Form) at KESW, Laura Douse - a Bridewell parent, and Ruth Wheeler, Head of Art at Barrow Hills who exhibits alongside her pupils Ben and Rose.

With the sculpture trail winding through our beautiful grounds, our School is a vibrant celebration of creativity. The full exhibition opens to the public this Saturday (4 April) and runs daily from 10am - 4pm until Saturday 18th April, offering visitors the chance to explore a stunning collection of artwork. Come and discover the marvellous artwork and experience a unique cultural event for all ages.

For more information, please visit KESW.org/news-and-events or visit appartonline.co.uk (links in bio)

#appart #sculpturetrail #keswitley #artexpo #exhibition

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This Saturday, the brilliant AppArt returns to King Edward’s, Witley where it all began. A free event for all, AppArt has become one of South East England’s most celebrated art and sculpture events, showcasing a mix of professional and emerging artists.

Exhibitors from our own community include Marnie Glue, artist in residence, Paul Holland (teacher) and Phoebe (3rd Form) at KESW, Laura Douse - a Bridewell parent, and Ruth Wheeler, Head of Art at Barrow Hills who exhibits alongside her pupils Ben and Rose.

With the sculpture trail winding through our beautiful grounds, our School is a vibrant celebration of creativity. The full exhibition opens to the public this Saturday (4 April) and runs daily from 10am - 4pm until Saturday 18th April, offering visitors the chance to explore a stunning collection of artwork. Come and discover the marvellous artwork and experience a unique cultural event for all ages.

For more information, please visit KESW.org/news-and-events or visit appartonline.co.uk (links in bio)

#appart #sculpturetrail #keswitley #artexpo #exhibition

‘Boarders’ Big Trip’

A very large and enthusiastic proportion of our boarding pupils and staff took advantage of an extensive cultural visit to London recently. Pupils embraced the opportunity to experience Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures - Red Shoes at Sadler’s Wells, Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night at the Barbican, and travelled back 2000 years with VR and cutting edge tech to immerse themselves in the Last Days of Pompeii at Excel London.

A brilliant evening for all and a great example of the exciting and diverse weekend activities offered within our boarding programme at King Edward’s.

#KESWboarding #boardersbigtrips #bridewellschools

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‘Boarders’ Big Trip’

A very large and enthusiastic proportion of our boarding pupils and staff took advantage of an extensive cultural visit to London recently. Pupils embraced the opportunity to experience Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures - Red Shoes at Sadler’s Wells, Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night at the Barbican, and travelled back 2000 years with VR and cutting edge tech to immerse themselves in the Last Days of Pompeii at Excel London.

A brilliant evening for all and a great example of the exciting and diverse weekend activities offered within our boarding programme at King Edward’s.

#KESWboarding #boardersbigtrips #bridewellschools

Sun, rain, wind, hail and sunshine again - the U11 & U9 Girls’ Football tournaments experienced it all this week, hosted here at King Edward’s Witley and organised by @longacreschool.

We saw some great goals, excellent teamwork, and genuine sportsmanship, showcasing the opportunities created for girls in sport at KESW.

#keswitley #girlsfootball #teamwork #girlsinsport @keswsport

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Sun, rain, wind, hail and sunshine again - the U11 & U9 Girls’ Football tournaments experienced it all this week, hosted here at King Edward’s Witley and organised by @longacreschool.

We saw some great goals, excellent teamwork, and genuine sportsmanship, showcasing the opportunities created for girls in sport at KESW.

#keswitley #girlsfootball #teamwork #girlsinsport @keswsport

We were delighted to welcome pupils from St Ives School Haslemere to explore the App Art Sculpture Trail, hosted in the beautiful grounds here at King Edward’s Witley. Guided by our Art Department they all enjoyed finding out more about the materials, and drawing their own pictures of the sculptures. What a talented bunch!

The App Art Sculpture Trail and Exhibition is open to all 4th and the 18th April, 10am to 4pm, with free entry, at King Edward’s - more information is available at www.appartonline.co.uk

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We were delighted to welcome pupils from St Ives School Haslemere to explore the App Art Sculpture Trail, hosted in the beautiful grounds here at King Edward’s Witley. Guided by our Art Department they all enjoyed finding out more about the materials, and drawing their own pictures of the sculptures. What a talented bunch!

The App Art Sculpture Trail and Exhibition is open to all 4th and the 18th April, 10am to 4pm, with free entry, at King Edward’s - more information is available at www.appartonline.co.uk

🏙️ We were incredibly grateful to AXA for opening their offices and allowing our pupils to experience working life in a busy City office.

Our pupils enjoyed a tour of their amazing offices on 16th floor with scenic views across the City. They met with AXA and AXA XL apprentices and interns who shared their varied career journeys and gave tips and insights into careers in insurance and risk management before meeting The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII), the professional body dedicated to building trust in the insurance and financial planning profession.

The CII team ran an interactive game of risk competition for our pupils to experience the kind of critical thinking decisions professionals risk managers need to make during times of crisis. An incredible, work experience and networking opportunity for all.

#careersnetworking #workinginthecity #internships #apprenticeships #bridewelleducation

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🏙️ We were incredibly grateful to AXA for opening their offices and allowing our pupils to experience working life in a busy City office.

Our pupils enjoyed a tour of their amazing offices on 16th floor with scenic views across the City. They met with AXA and AXA XL apprentices and interns who shared their varied career journeys and gave tips and insights into careers in insurance and risk management before meeting The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII), the professional body dedicated to building trust in the insurance and financial planning profession.

The CII team ran an interactive game of risk competition for our pupils to experience the kind of critical thinking decisions professionals risk managers need to make during times of crisis. An incredible, work experience and networking opportunity for all.

#careersnetworking #workinginthecity #internships #apprenticeships #bridewelleducation

⚽️ Heartbreak but heads held very high for our U15 Boys who lost their ISFA Trophy final 1-0 after extra time today.

The boys were superb and couldn’t have worked any harder. They have shown so much commitment and team spirit all season - we couldn’t be prouder of them.

#ProudTeam #U15Football #TeamSpirit #SchoolSport #NeverGiveUp

Photos @adamscott_photo

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⚽️ Heartbreak but heads held very high for our U15 Boys who lost their ISFA Trophy final 1-0 after extra time today.

The boys were superb and couldn’t have worked any harder. They have shown so much commitment and team spirit all season - we couldn’t be prouder of them.

#ProudTeam #U15Football #TeamSpirit #SchoolSport #NeverGiveUp

Photos @adamscott_photo

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