At West Buckland School, we proudly stand among the leading independent schools in the UK, for boys and girls aged 3 to 18. Our ethos distinguishes us, as we prioritise shaping the school experience around each child. With a commitment to exceptional teaching, we place the child at the heart of all we do. Our ultimate goal is to empower every individual to discover their unique excellence.
A Welcome from Helen Lowe, Head
“The highest reward for your toil is not what you get for it but what you become by it.” John Ruskin
Welcome to West Buckland School
Tradition and Innovation Combined
Founded in 1858 for the children of local farmers, West Buckland School is an exciting and special place. It is rich in tradition, its links to its past so well guarded and celebrated through its Foundation and President, Lady Arran, yet it also boasts a future-driven agenda to ensure it remains wholly relevant and forward-thinking in the education and opportunities it provides. West Buckland is a school with a buoyant future.
The school is one of an increasingly small number of truly independent schools. We do not have to bow to private investors’ agendas and so can focus fully on what is best for our pupils without any external pressures. Though funding is, of course, key to schools, the idea that a school’s provision of scholarships and bursaries is in place just to increase numbers, rather than add value to the pupils involved, is not something which West Buckland, or I, could ever support. A school is not just getting the children through the doors – it must deliver for those pupils once they are there. Sitting at Speech Day in July, it was clear that the traditions of the school and the depth of feeling it engenders in all those who are part of it are evident for all to see. If you want a school where there is a heart and soul, West Buckland is the place.
We are no longer living in a world where the imparting of knowledge is what a school does; knowledge for our young people is everywhere at the click of a button. With continued technological innovation and the growth in AI, I believe that adaptive teaching, kindness, intellectual discussion and debating skills are more important than ever. We blend the underpinning motto of Read and Reap with our character values, innovation, sustainability, playing a meaningful part in the local community and of course excellent teaching and pastoral care.
This school has a staff body, governors, parents, a foundation, trustees and fantastic pupils who want to ensure that this happens.
I am proud to be leading West Buckland School, and I look forward to welcoming you to our wonderful campus, whether you are a current or a prospective parent, to find out more about us.
Please keep an eye out for upcoming events and opportunities to visit the school. Or contact the school to make an appointment to come in to meet me; I can promise that you will be made most welcome.
Helen Lowe, Head of School
Our remarkable campus
Described as “a gem of a school in an outstanding location” by the Good Schools Guide, West Buckland School, founded in 1858, is set on 100 acres of stunning countryside near the Atlantic coast. Recent investments of over £14 million have transformed our campus, blending traditional charm with modern facilities. This environment inspires students to excel academically, culturally, and athletically, revealing their unique excellence
Latest News
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Yesterday, we had the privilege of welcoming Rob Angell from the Holocaust Educational Trust to share with our Year 9s the powerful story of his mother, Judith, and her family’s deportation to Auschwitz in April 1944.
We are deeply grateful to the Holocaust Educational Trust for visiting us.
@holocaustuk #HolocaustEducationalTrust #lestweforget #wbsmiddle
🏅 WBS Indoor Rowing Challenge 2025
A huge well done to all the students who took part in this year’s Indoor Rowing Challenge! 💪 It was fantastic to see so many giving it a go - especially those trying the rowing machine for the very first time 🚣♀️
• Years 7–10 rowed 500m
• Year 11 tackled 1000m
🔥 Top Performances:
🏆 Fastest 500m: Jack L (Year 9) – 1:55
🏆 Fastest 1000m: Harry W (Year 11) – 3:23
👏 Next fastest times:
500m – George W (Year 7), Arily R (Year 8), Charlie S (Year 8), Ellie S (Year 9), Jack L (Year 9), Jack O (Year 10)
1000m – Zac P (Year 11), Jack F (Year 11)
✨Special recognition to Mrs Gomar Chapa, our staff member who took on the 1000m challenge 👏
A fantastic display of speed and stamina from everyone - and a huge well done to all for not giving up and pushing through to the finish! 🚣♂️💪
#Concept2 #IndoorRowing #SouthWestRowing #WBSSport #WBSChallenge #SchoolSport
🥀 Today, West Buckland School pauses to remember and honour our fallen soldiers. We also extend our deepest sympathies to members of our school community who have lost loved ones in conflict and remember all who served and sacrificed for our country.
Their sacrifices will never be forgotten.
🧦 We`re Kicking Off With Odd Socks Day 🧦
This Monday 10th November, we`re celebrating Odd Socks Day to commemorate #AntiBullyingWeek! This is a chance to remind everyone that everyone is different... so we want our students to wear their oddest, mismatched socks to school!
👉 Click here for more information about Anti-Bullying Week: https://bit.ly/45Ai9v1
#OddSocksDay #PowerForGood #wbsmiddle #wbssixthform
🎆Tonight is the night! The weather is looking good and we can`t wait to welcome you all for an evening of fun, food and fireworks! 🎆
📅 Friday 7th November
🕔 From 17:00 onwards
📍 West Buckland School
🎟️ Tickets are still available!
Scan the QR code or book online by tapping the link in our bio☝
#WBSFireworks2025 #FamilyFunNight #AutumnCelebration #FireworksFun #NovemberNights #NorthDevonEvents @flameanddough @north_devon_silent_disco
🎆 Just 1 day to go until the West Buckland School Fireworks Night 2025 🎆
📅 Friday 7th November
🕔 From 17:00 onwards
📍 West Buckland School
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun, food, and fireworks - perfect for the whole family!
🍔 Flame & Dough serving up sizzling pizzas and juicy burgers
🍷 Bar and hot drinks stall to keep you cosy
🎶 Live music from our talented Sixth Form bands
🕺 North Devon Silent Disco bringing the tunes to dance the night away
🎪 PA stall packed with sweet treats, glow sticks and games
🎇 Spectacular fireworks display at 19:00
🎟️ Tickets on sale now!
Scan the QR code or book online by tapping the link in our bio☝
The weather is looking hopeful - let’s light up the night together. We can’t wait to see you there!
#WBSFireworks2025 #FamilyFunNight #AutumnCelebration #FireworksFun #NovemberNights #NorthDevonEvents @flameanddough @north_devon_silent_disco
🎮 eSports Victory! ⚽🏎
Well done to both our Reapers teams for their victories last night!
🔥 Reapers 1 stormed ahead 3–0, dropped the fourth match, but came back strong to seal a 4–1 win.
⚡ Reapers 2 showed resilience: after losing the first match they won the next four, including a clutch goal with just 1 second left to force overtime in match 3!
🎮 Incredible teamwork, thrilling moments, and well-earned wins. Thank you to Mr Davies and Mr Hart Prieto for their support!
#eSports #TeamReapers #VictoryHighlights #wbsmiddle #britishesportsstudentchamps
🎨 Cornwall Art Trip Highlights
Over half term, our Year 12 & 13 A Level Art students enjoyed a magical weekend in Cornwall, full of creativity, adventure and inspiration!
They stayed in a cliff-top hostel with breathtaking views and a cosy fire, where they cooked meals together, made s’mores, and shared evening games and laughter.
By day, they explored Tintagel Castle, sketched en plein air in stunning coastal locations, and even visited the enchanting Museum of Witchcraft and Magic in Boscastle.
A huge thank you to Mrs Argyle, Mrs Morrison and Mr Lucas for making this unforgettable experience possible - a perfect blend of skill-building and memory-making!
#WBSArtTrip #CornwallCreativity #AlevelArt #SketchingByTheSea #StudentAdventures #MakingMemories museum_of_witchcraft_and_magic
🎆 Just 2 days to go until the West Buckland School Fireworks Night 2025 🎆
📅 Friday 7th November
🕔 From 17:00 onwards
📍 West Buckland School
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun, food, and fireworks - perfect for the whole family!
🍔 Flame & Dough serving up sizzling pizzas and juicy burgers
🍷 Bar and hot drinks stall to keep you cosy
🎶 Live music from our talented Sixth Form bands
🕺 North Devon Silent Disco bringing the tunes to dance the night away
🎪 PA stall packed with sweet treats, glow sticks and games
🎇 Spectacular fireworks display at 19:00
🎟️ Tickets on sale now!
Scan the QR code or book online by tapping the link in our bio☝
The weather is looking hopeful - let’s light up the night together. We can’t wait to see you there!
#WBSFireworks2025 #FamilyFunNight #AutumnCelebration #FireworksFun #NovemberNights #NorthDevonEvents @flameanddough @north_devon_silent_disco
✒️ Congratulations to Toryn P! ✒️
Toryn received a commendation for his impressive entry to the Stephen Spender Prize, an annual competition celebrating poetry in translation across the UK and Ireland.
His translation of `Lejos` by Consuelo Hernández showcased both linguistic skill and creative insight.
Toryn chose this poem because it connects with the theme of migration in his studies. `Lejos` challenges misconceptions and powerfully illustrates that unexpected immigration can affect anyone.
#wbslanguages #wbssixthform #consuelohernandez #StephenSpenderPrize #PoetryinTranslation
🎆 West Buckland School Fireworks Night 2025 🎆
📅 Friday 7th November
🕔 From 17:00 onwards
📍 West Buckland School
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun, food, and fireworks - perfect for the whole family!
🍔 Flame & Dough serving up sizzling pizzas and juicy burgers
🍷 Bar and hot drinks stall to keep you cosy
🎶 Live music from our talented Sixth Form bands
🕺 North Devon Silent Disco bringing the tunes to dance the night away
🎪 PA stall packed with sweet treats, glow sticks and games
🎇 Spectacular fireworks display at 19:00
🎟️ Tickets on sale now!
Scan the QR code or book online by tapping the link in our bio☝
The weather is looking hopeful - let’s light up the night together. We can’t wait to see you there!
#WBSFireworks2025 #FamilyFunNight #AutumnCelebration #FireworksFun #NovemberNights #NorthDevonEvents @flameanddough @north_devon_silent_disco
🌼💀 Yesterday, our Year 7 students brought the vibrant traditions of Mexico to life!
After enjoying a delicious Mexican lunch, they celebrated Día de los Muertos with a colourful altar, face painting, and beautifully decorated skull masks.
#DiaDeLosMuertos #WBSLanguages #Year7 #wbsmiddle
November Highlights at West Buckland School!
Make a note of these key dates:
🎶 Mini Minds Meet: Music Moments - 5th November
A joyful morning of sound, song and performance - don’t miss it!
📌 Scholarships Deadline – This Thursday! 6th November
Open to both current and prospective students - apply now to be considered for one of our exciting scholarship opportunities.
🌟 Experience Day for Year 5 & 6 - 10th November
See the fun, friendships and learning in action - a true taste of life at West Buckland School.
📝 Year 7 Assessment Day - 15th November
Sign up now and start your journey with us!
To find out more on all these events, follow the links in our bio ☝
#WestBucklandSchool #NovemberEvents #Scholarships #ExperienceDay #MiniMindsMeet #Year7AssessmentDay
🎄✨ Celebrate the Christmas season with us. ✨🎄
Join us for a joyful morning of festive fun, specially designed for our littlest learners. 🌟
Children can make new friends, enjoy creative Christmas activities, and share in the winter magic, while parents have a lovely chance to meet, chat, and connect over the festivities. 💬❤️
📅 Tuesday 2 December
🕥 10:30 – 12:00
💸 Sessions are free
🚌 Free bus service from Barnstaple and South Molton
Places are limited, so don’t miss out! Book now via the link in bio! 🎅🎁
#ChristmasFun #LittleLearners #FestiveSeason #FreeEvent #FamilyFun #HolidayJoy #CommunityConnections #SouthMolton #Barnstaple
🏊♂️ Rise & Swim: Thursday Morning Club
After a splash-hit for half of term, our early morning swim sessions return - starting Thursday 6th November at 7:10 AM in our school pool!
- 6 sessions at £12 per session (includes breakfast) - £72 total, paid upfront via the portal
- All ages and abilities welcome
- Code: J306 - SWI-CLB
Start your Thursdays strong - dive in and book your place today!
#wbsswimming #MorningSwim #SwimTraining #TechniqueMatters #SchoolPool
🍭 Our fabulous cast and crew of our 2026 school musical `Chitty Chitty Bang Bang` have been working their socks off in rehearsals.
Today brought a special treat: the big reveal of their official show hoodies!
📅 11–13 February 2026
📍 The Landmark Theatre
#ChittyChittyBangBang #SchoolMusical2026 #WBSOnStage #TrulyScrumptious #FantasmagoricalFun #wbsmiddle #wbssixth
🏃♀️ BREMCO Cross Country Update 🏃♂️
It was Race 2 of the North Devon Cross Country League yesterday, hosted by Shebbear College - and what a fantastic morning of running!
Twenty athletes from our Prep School took part, showing brilliant effort, commitment, and - above all - enjoyment.
A huge well done to our U9 and U11 girls, who are currently in first place overall in the league! 🥇 Incredible teamwork and determination all round.
Our Senior School runners also had a great morning, with Matilda P finishing 1st in her race and Isabela close behind in 4th in the U13 category, while Nyla R stormed home to take 1st place in the U17s! 🥇
We can’t wait to host the next race right here at West Buckland on Sunday 30th November - see you there! 🙌
#WBSSport #TeamWBS #CrossCountry #NorthDevonLeague #PrepSport #WBSPrep #SchoolSport #WBSCommunity #GoTeamWBS #ProudToBeWBS #RunningStrong
🎭 A huge well done to Henry P (Year 9) for his fantastic performance as Alan and a Skater Dude in High School Musical with Centre Stage School at the Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe! 🌟
We really love celebrating the amazing achievements of our students (whether in the classroom or beyond) and it’s all made possible with your support.
📩 Got a story to share? Let us know at [email protected]
#BrillianceandBeyond #wbsmiddle #CentreStageSchool
📚 See You All Soon! 📚
We’re so excited to see our students return tomorrow, recharged and ready to dive into the new half term!
🍂 As October fades and winter approaches, we’re looking forward to a season full of learning and growth. Let’s make it a great one!
#backtoschool #wbs2025 #wbsmiddle #wbsprep #wbssixthform
📸 Framing the Biosphere 🍄
Here`s Oliver B proudly standing with his stunning photo that earned third place in the Youth Category of the `My Biosphere Photo` competition. 👏
His photo captures a striking moment: a polypore fungus with a fly perched on it, found right on the rugby pitch near the memorial at the front of school. A brilliant example of finding the beauty of nature in unexpected places!
Well done Oliver, and thanks to Mr Burgess and Mr Calder for their support.
#MyBiosphere #NatureThroughTheLens #PhotographyAward #wbsmiddle
🌍 WBS Adventures | Morocco 2025
Our Morocco expedition has come to an unforgettable end, leaving our students with memories to last a lifetime.
They trekked on camels across golden dunes and slept under the stars in the breathtaking Sahara landscape. The adventure wrapped up with a scenic two-day drive back to Marrakech - a sensory feast of colour, culture, and connection.
A truly unique experience that brought learning to life beyond the classroom. Thank you to Mr Hathway and Mrs Rudd for taking such great care of our students, to expedition leader Alex Bergin from True Adventure and to our students for being exemplary ambassadors for West Buckland School.
#wbsmiddle #wbsadventures #SaharaExperience #MoroccoAdventure #MarrakechSouks #LearningWithoutLimits @trueadventureuk
📣 Meet Mr Sims – Our New Teacher of Business!
We’re thrilled to have welcomed Mr Sims to the West Buckland School community this term. With a wealth of experience from running his own business, working as a consultant, and holding management roles at McDonald’s across the UK, Ireland, and the US, he brings real-world insight straight into the classroom.
Having retrained as a teacher, Mr Sims is now inspiring our Year 10–13 students with dynamic lessons that bring business to life. In his words: “I was drawn to West Buckland School because of its strong brand and prestige with a track record of excellence.”
Welcome aboard, Mr Sims!
#WBSCommunity #MeetTheTeam #BusinessEducation #RealWorldLearning #WholeChildEducation
🎄✨ Festive Wreath‑Making Evening! ✨🎄
Create your own Christmas wreath in a cosy and creative setting, hosted by the West Buckland PA with expert floral guidance from our local favourite, Fuss Pots 🌿💐
Enjoy tea, coffee, mulled wine, and mince pies while you craft. All materials included (please bring secateurs if you have them).
🗓 Thursday 4 December
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 150 Art Room, West Buckland School
🎟 Limited spaces available, book your spot now
📅 Don’t miss out — scan the QR code or tap the link in bio to book your spot today! 🌿💫
We can’t wait to welcome you for an evening of festive fun and creativity!
@fusspots.co.uk #WestBucklandPA #FussPots #FestiveWorkshop #ChristmasFun #CommunityEvent #FloralDesign #MincePiesAndMulledWine
🎉 #ThrowbackThursday | Sports Tour to the Netherlands, 2014
This week we are throwing it back to 2014 and the unforgettable Sports Tour to the Netherlands!
Tom (Year 10) fondly recalls the early morning start to catch the ferry from Hull to Rotterdam, the excitement of travelling with friends, and of course, the Dutch pancakes and some memorable “sightseeing”… mainly inside a McDonald’s! 🍟
The girls took to the pitch for several hockey matches, while the boys battled it out in rugby games, with all teams coming together in the evenings for some well-earned downtime. The trip rounded off perfectly with a visit to the Tikibad Waterpark 💦
“This tour is definitely something we will never forget.”
Extract from The 3Rs, 2014
Were you part of the sports tour? Share your memories below ⬇
#ThrowbackThursday #SchoolMemories #SportsTour #Netherlands #TeamSpirit @wbs_owba #owba
🎭 Congratulations, Martha-May! 🎭
A huge well done to Martha-May (Year 9) who has been cast in the role of Taylor McKessie in High School Musical with Centre Stage School at the Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe! 🌟
#wbsmiddle #BrillianceandBeyond #CentreStageSchool #HighSchoolMusical
🔢 New Blog Alert! 🔢
Ever wondered how we make maths come alive at West Buckland School? 💡
Check out our latest Teacher Blog: Focus on Maths, where our Maths Department shares how they spark curiosity, confidence, and creativity in every lesson! ✏️📚
From problem-solving and real-life applications to clubs, competitions and beyond, discover how we are inspiring a love of learning through numbers. 💙
👉 Read the full blog here: https://westbuckland.com/teacher-blog-focus-on-maths/ or you can find the link in our bio
#WestBuckland #Maths #STEM #Education #LearningThroughNumbers #TeacherBlog
🎉 A huge thank you to all the families who joined us for our Sixth Form Open Day. It was fantastic to welcome you to West Buckland School!
📧 Missed our Sixth Form Open Day but still want to explore everything West Buckland School has to offer? Contact our Admissions Team to arrange a personal tour: [email protected]
#WestBucklandSchool #SixthFormOpenDay #IndependentEducation #DevonSchools #WBSCommunity
🚀 Curious how West Buckland School can supercharge your Senior School journey?
If you’re in Year 5 or Year 6, come and experience a day in the life of a West Buckland School student: see the fun, friendships and learning in action! 💙
📅 Monday 10th November
⏰ 08:45 – 17:00 (lunch included!)
📝 Sign-up essential: Link in bio or visit westbuckland.com/experience-day
Come see what makes West Buckland so special. We can’t wait to welcome you! ✨
#WestBucklandSchool #ExperienceDay #SeniorSchool #Education #DevonSchools
🏏 Iszi B`s Cricket Achievement 🏏
Iszi (Year 8) has been selected for the Devon Cricket Under-13 Girls County Age Group Winter Training Programme for 2025/26!
Over the summer, she played two matches for Devon and shone in a Devon Pathway fixture, where she was named Player of the Match! 🌟 This new selection marks a fantastic step up from last year’s Pathway training, and she’s absolutely thrilled to be progressing to the next level.
Training kicks off this December, and Iszi is looking forward to building on the skills and confidence she’s developed throughout the year.
To top it all off: she’s also been chosen as a Devon Girls’ Cricket Ambassador! This is a brilliant opportunity that will open up even more experiences in the sport she loves.
#DevonCricket #wbsmiddle #BrillianceAndBeyond
🖋️ Gothic Inspiration in Year 7 English
As part of our Year 7 English Scheme of Work on the Gothic, Mr McCombe introduced his taxidermy jackdaw, Michael, to spark imagination and storytelling.
The result? Finlay M produced this finely crafted piece - one example from a brilliant session:
‘In the corner of the forgotten museum lay a bird so preserved it looked alive. It stood in a tall case covered in a dust that was so thick only pin pricks of light escaped the darkness. The case was made of toughened plastic and rustic metal bars. The base was steely grey and pewter in colour; on top of which rested a plinth where the bird silently stood.`
Bravo Finlay 👏👏
#wbsmiddle #GothicWriting #Year7English #CreativeSpark
🎭 #ThrowbackThursday 🎭
We are heading back to 2022 and the unforgettable Year 12 play! After a few COVID-related postponements, the show finally hit the stage, and what a performance it was! 🌟
As Alena (Year 12) shared in the 3Rs, “It was, in fact, a play within a play!” She went on to say that “the production goes awry almost from the first moment, much to the audience’s amusement... and continues on a truly comic trajectory!” 😂
This production is fondly remembered for its explosions, confused multi-rolling, stop-motion props, and even a few minor injuries! The cast and crew had an incredible time bringing it all to life. ❤️
Share your memories of this play below.🎬✨
Ref: 3Rs 2021/2022
#WestBucklandSchool #ThrowbackThursday #Drama #SchoolPlay #AllsWellThatEndsWell #BehindTheScenes @wbs_owba #owba
🎭 RPE Role Play: The True Family of Jesus
Last week, KS3 students in Religion, Philosophy & Ethics stepped into a powerful ethical dilemma through drama.
Guided by their teacher, they explored the tension between family loyalty and spiritual commitment, acting out scenarios inspired by Mark 3:31–35 and Exodus 20:12.
Class room preparations were followed by performances in the Memorial Hall, bringing biblical teachings to life through empathy, collaboration, and critical thinking. A creative way to deepen understanding of Christian ethics and real-life decision-making.
#wbsmiddle #EthicsInAction #RolePlayLearning
🎄 Calling the West Buckland School community 🎄
Join the PA in Café 58 as we chat, plan, and get festive for this year’s Christmas Fair! ✨🎁
Your ideas, energy, and support make all the difference, we would love to see you there!
📍 Café 58
📅 Wednesday 5th November from Drop Off - 10am
Let’s make it magical together!
#ChristmasFairPlanning #SchoolCommunity #ParentSupport
🌍 Gold DofE Expedition: Morocco Adventure Begins!
Nine students, Mr Hathway, Mrs Rudd, and expedition leader Alex Bergin from True Adventure have landed in Morocco for a 10-day journey of discovery, challenge, and cultural immersion.
Currently trekking through the High Atlas Mountains in the stunning Valley of Roses, the team is following ancient nomadic trade routes to remote villages and hidden oases - a breathtaking blend of history and nature.
Next up: a desert camp experience, camel trekking, and exploring the vibrant souks of Marrakech. 🐪🕌
An unforgettable expedition that brings outdoor learning to life.
#GoldDofE #OutdoorLearning #MoroccoExpedition #WestBucklandAdventures #TrueAdventure #ValleyOfRoses #CamelTrek #SouksOfMarrakech @trueadventureuk
🏊♂️ Rise & Swim: Thursday Morning Sessions
After hugely successful September sessions, we’re diving back into swim coaching in our school pool - starting Thursday 6th November at 7:10 AM!
Join us weekly for 6 sessions focused on developing great technique, led by expert coach Paul Irwin.
- £12 per session (includes breakfast) - £72 total, paid upfront via the portal.
- All ages and abilities welcome.
- Code: J306 - SWI-CLB
Secure your spot now and start your Thursdays with a splash!
#WestBucklandLife #SwimStrong #BoardingWellbeing
🌿🎃 Autumn Term Boarders’ Highlights at West Buckland School!
From windswept walks on Exmoor to pumpkin masterpieces in Parkers, our boarders have embraced every moment this October!
They’ve hiked to Dunkery Beacon, picnicked at Tarr Steps, and indulged in cream teas at Withypool. They’ve explored Taunton’s hidden gems - including the charming World of Bears - and carved fang-tastic pumpkins in a spooktacular Halloween showdown.
Add in a Bingo night with legendary Bingo Master Bondy and you’ve got a perfect mix of nature, nurture, creativity, and community.
We love boarding life at West Buckland 💛
#WestBucklandBoarders #BoardingLife #WellbeingOnExmoor #PumpkinCarving #WeLoveBoarding @boardingschoolsnetwork @bsaboarding
🏇 A huge congratulations to Zak P (Yr11)! 🏇
Zak competed in the prestigious Eventers Challenge at Blenheim Palace on 19th September, finishing in the top half of the competitors on a very testing course.
#wbsmiddle #BrillianceandBeyond
🎉 What a half-term it’s been!
From welcoming inspiring authors during the Applewood Book Festival 📚 to our informal concert in the Memorial Concert🎶, it’s been a term full of creativity and connection.
🏉 Rugby has been in full swing, with students showing fantastic teamwork and learning from the brilliant Exeter Chiefs Community coaches. Meanwhile, our budding mathematicians impressed in the latest Maths Challenge, and students enjoyed exciting trips, including a visit to McLaren! 🚗💡
And that is just a glimpse of what has been happening so far…
We are already looking forward to more learning, discovery, and fun in the second half of term! 🌟
#SchoolLife #HalfTermHighlights #WBSCommunity #ProudToBeWBS
🖤 This Black History Month, our EDI Group has been celebrating and reflecting through a range of activities in the café space.
Over tea and biscuits, students took part in a picture quiz exploring notable figures and helped build an interactive timeline highlighting key moments in Black history.
Our Humanities team also held in-depth discussions with students, diving deeper into the stories, voices, and legacies that continue to shape our world.
#BlackHistoryMonth #EDI #StudentLife #InclusionMatters #CelebrateBlackHistory
A thriving coeducational independent day and boarding school in Devon for boys and girls aged 3-18, located on a beautiful rural campus between Barnstaple and Exmoor.
