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We are very proud to share that Mr Simon Lightman, our Head of Philosophy & Religious Studies and Assistant Head of House, has been awarded the prestigious Robert J. Jones Award for Environmental Education by the Educators’ Trust.
Nominated by Abigail Tinkler, Head of Learning for the Natural Environment at the City of London Corporation, the award recognises Simon’s outstanding leadership in transformative sustainability education and celebrates his pioneering contribution and unwavering belief in the power of young people to shape a more just and sustainable future.
We congratulate Simon on this tremendous achievement which we are certain will inspire and empower our young people to find a positive voice and use it for the betterment of all.
For the full story, head over to the news section of our website KESW.org/news-and-events
#sustainability #youthinaction #citizenship #bridewellschools #empoweredtoact
In recent weeks, Charlie (Lower School- Queen Mary House) delivered a win at the Surrey Closed Judo Championships in Redhill, scooping up a bronze in the U55kg despite a tough category and considerable injury.
Showing great resilience, he then bounced back with an even stronger performance at the Surrey County Athletics Championships in Kingston, achieving personal bests and taking silver in shot put and bronze in discus. Congratulations, Charlie!
King Edward’s Witley is delighted to encourage and support the aspirations, endeavours and excellence of it’s pupils beyond the classroom - whether in sports, creative arts or in service to our communities, local and global.
#keswsport #bridewellschools #judo @keswsport
Sports Day fun for ALL in Queen Mary House 💥 🏃🏼♀️🥇🏃🏾♂️
Last week our fantastic QMH pupils competed in our annual Lower School Sports Day. The aim of the day was FUN, with all pupils encouraged to get stuck in and take part in as many events as they wanted!
Events included: 100m, 200m, Shot Put, Javelin, High Jump, Long Jump and Cricket Ball throw.
Thank you to our incredible sports coaches for preparing our young athletes so well and organising a truly inclusive and fun experience, to all parents that turned up to cheer everyone on and a HUGE well done to all the pupils who took part. You gave it your all and you were amazing!! 💥🥇
#sportsday #sportsday2025 #sportforall
#inclusion #sports #keswsport
Thank you to our and the @barrowhillsschool community of pupils, parents and staff for their support of today’s Brook Fete, which our Schools have been proud to sponsor for many years. Congratulations to the Organising Committee for a brilliant fete today, a testament to all your hard work. Fun for all the family!
🏀 Queen Mary House (Lower School) pupil, Casper continues to impress on the basketball court, recently earning Player of the Year (MVP) with Worthing Thunder in the National League.
He has also been selected for the England Aspire regional pathway U13 squad—recognised as one of the top 25 players in the South East, a year ahead of his age group.
We are very proud to support his outstanding achievements.
#keswsport #bridewellschools #mvp #worthingthunder
We are absolutely buzzing with excitement as our brilliant U15 boys football team head off to The Hawthorns - the home of West Bromwich Albion, for the ESFA National Cup Final tomorrow.
A force to be reckoned with, this team has grown and played together since the age of 11. Supported by our BRILLIANT sports coaches @keswsport, they have been INCREDIBLE throughout this competition and represented us all tremendously both on and off the pitch.
Our whole School community is SO PROUD of you lads and will be with you in heart and full voice tomorrow as 200 pupils, staff, parents and supporters take to the stands to cheer you on.
Good luck boys- we know you’re going to smash it. Let’s go KESW💥
#teamwork #commitment #soproud #wearefootball #bridewellschools #listenfortheroar
Our dedicated ski squad recently competed in the NSSA Outdoor League qualifiers at Southampton, achieving strong times.
Owen and Ethan progressed to the National Schools Finals in Gloucester, where KESW secured 2nd place in the Senior School Team category—just 0.5 seconds shy of first. Congratulations to all involved on this outstanding achievement.
#keswsport #bridewellschools #nssa @keswsport
We are absolutely delighted to announce our new Head Pupils, Abi A and Peter B.
Selected from a strong cohort, Abi and Peter exemplify the qualities of integrity, generosity of spirit and leadership that inspire our School community and will add great value to our pupil voice.
Congratulations to both on your very well-deserved achievement, we have no doubt that you will excel in your new roles and wish you all the very best as you embark on this exciting new journey.
Our great thanks to Oliver J and Emily C for all of your excellent work over the past year and for passing the Head Pupil baton so strongly.
#kesw #pupilvoice #studentleadership #bridewellschools #ambassadors
We are delighted to share that the Good Schools Guide has recently published it’s review of King Edward’s Witley.
A short read that highlights the very many strengths of our School, our pupil voice is reflected throughout along with parental and reviewer reflections on all areas of our educational and pastoral offering.
The independent review describes our School as ‘a broad church in terms of sports, arts and academics - ‘with something for everyone’, reflecting varied pupil journeys tailored to individual needs, strengths and personalities.
Please do head over to our website to read the review in full https://www.kesw.org/good-schools-guide-review-2025/
#goodschoolsguide #bridewellschool #abroadchurch
JOIN US for our annual, quintessentially wonderful Proms in the Park, Picnic and Pimms at King Edward’s School Witley. A highlight of our Founder’s Day celebrations, this event is our very own version of Glyndebourne - where conviviality and community meets musical magic.
You are warmly invited to pack a picnic, a travel rug or a deck chair or two and join us on the Chapel lawn to enjoy our beautiful School grounds and catch up with Bridewell friends, old and new, over a glass of Pimms or a soft drink if you prefer.
You can expect a fantastic evening of colourful music courtesy of our wonderful pupils and music scholars. Our Orchestra, Jazz Band, Brass ensemble, Chamber ensembles, Bands, Saxophone Ensemble, Junior Camerata and soloists are poised to entertain and delight.
So... dress up or dress down, bring a flag... or two... but mostly, we’d love you to just bring you.
We can’t wait to welcome you.
To book your FREE place, head over to
https://www.trybooking.com/uk/EWOH
For frequently asked questions, head to
https://www.kesw.org/2025/05/19/summer-proms-in-the-park-picnic-pimms/
#musicalexcellence #exceptionalmusic #quintecentiallywonderful #bridewellschools
