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🎾 Iseo`s Wimbledon Experience!
This summer, Iseo represented the school and region at the National Finals at Wimbledon, enjoying an unforgettable experience with access to the players` lounge, hospitality and a behind-the-scenes tour at one of the world`s most iconic sporting venues.
Competing across two days on the Aorangi courts, Iseo performed exceptionally well. While he narrowly missed out on progressing to the third day, his first opponent went on to reach the final, highlighting the outstanding standard of competition.
As Devon Tennis School of the Year, West Buckland School is proud to offer exceptional coaching, excellent facilities and fantastic opportunities for students of all abilities to develop their game and fulfil their potential.
A fantastic achievement and a very special experience for Iseo. Congratulations on representing the school with such distinction. 👏
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🌟 Join the West Buckland School Team!
We are looking for a Cleaner / Porter to join our dedicated team.
Set within our beautiful North Devon campus, this important role helps ensure our school remains a welcoming, safe and well-presented environment for students, staff and visitors every day.
If you take pride in your work and enjoy being part of a supportive school community, we would love to hear from you.
📍 West Buckland School, North Devon
🔗 westbuckland.com/about/vacancies/
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🌟 Sixth Form results celebrations at West Buckland School!
We are delighted to share another year of exceptional Sixth Form success, with students achieving excellent A Level and vocational results and securing places on competitive courses at universities including Edinburgh, Durham, UCL, Manchester and LSE.
Congratulations to every student on their achievements. Your hard work, determination and character have made us incredibly proud.
Read more in our latest blog - follow the link in our bio ☝
#WestBucklandSchool #SixthForm #ALevelResults #FutureStartsHere
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Best of luck to all our Sixth Form students receiving their results today 🍀
Today marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of an exciting new one. Whether you`re celebrating a long-awaited achievement, preparing for your next adventure, or exploring the opportunities ahead, be proud of everything you have accomplished to reach this point. Your results are just one part of your story, and your hard work, determination and potential will continue to take you far.
Be proud of your efforts, believe in your abilities, and look forward with confidence to the opportunities ahead.
We`re incredibly proud of every one of you and wish you all the very best for your next steps ✨
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🎉 Huge congratulations to alumnus James Tyson!
James recently received his first senior international cap for the Wales Men`s Hockey Team - Hoci Cymru - and has been selected for the World Cup squad. We are incredibly proud of this fantastic achievement and wish James and the team the very best of luck. 🏑
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🎭🏉🎨🔬Experience the energy, ambition and sense of community that make West Buckland School unique at our upcoming Open Day on Saturday 19 September, 9.30am.
From exceptional academics and outstanding pastoral care to sport, creative arts and outdoor learning, discover how we help young people thrive from ages 3-18.
Book your place today and start your West Buckland journey.
👉 westbuckland.com/open-day
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🎪 We`re all set for the North Devon Show on Wednesday!
Come and find us at Trade Block 1, Row A, Stand 1 to say hello, meet the team, and take part in some fun activities. We`re looking forward to seeing lots of familiar faces and meeting new ones too.
See you there! 👋
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#ThrowbackThursday to February`s spectacular production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang! 🚗
What a journey it was. Our Senior School production lit up the stage at the Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe, giving our students the unforgettable experience of performing in a professional theatre and showcasing the incredible talent that exists across our school community.
From our outstanding actors, dancers and musicians to the dedicated backstage, technical and production teams, every single person played a part in making this show such a tremendous success. With three fantastic performances and wonderful audiences filling the theatre, the support from families, staff, friends and the wider school community was truly amazing.
Productions like this are a shining example of the top-quality performing arts opportunities we are proud to offer, and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang will be remembered as one of our most magical shows yet.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped bring the production to life, both on stage and behind the scenes. We couldn`t be prouder of what was achieved together. 🎭✨
#ThrowbackThursday #ChittyChittyBangBang #SchoolProduction #PerformingArts #LandmarkTheatre #StudentTalent
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🎺Last Post Ceremony Honour for Students
We are incredibly proud of William SW, Thomas B, River P, Mason O and Scarlett N, who recently travelled to Belgium with the Devon Youth Wind Orchestra and had the huge honour of playing at the Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate.
Held every evening since 1928, the ceremony honours the soldiers of the former British Empire and its allies, who died in the Ypres Salient during the First World War. The orchestra tour also included two further concerts in historic parts of Belgium.
The students played beautifully and were impeccably behaved throughout, a true credit to the school. A wonderful, unforgettable experience - well done to all involved!
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🏉 #ThrowbackThursday
This week we`re looking back to March 2026 and the Rosslyn Park National Schools Sevens, where our U14 girls represented West Buckland School.
Showing incredible determination, resilience and team spirit, with half of the squad playing above their age group, the girls rose to the challenge and secured an impressive victory to finish top of their pool. They progressed to the Cup Round of 16, where their remarkable tournament journey came to an end against strong opposition. A fantastic achievement for a team making their debut for WBS. 🏉💪🏼
A huge thank you to @limitlesskit for capturing these brilliant photos of our U14s in action. 📸
Now, the countdown is on to an exciting summer of girls` rugby with Exeter Chiefs Women preparing to host the first-ever girls-only residential rugby camp at West Buckland School. Taking place from 3–5 August, the camp offers an incredible opportunity for girls to develop their skills, build confidence and learn from some of the very best in players.
Interested in finding out more? Head over to @exeter_chiefs_community, @exechiefswomen
#WestBucklandSchool #GirlsRugby #RosslynPark7s #FutureStars #RugbyDevelopment #CommunityChiefs #ExeterChiefs #ThrowbackThursday #TeamWBS 🏉💙💛
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🌟 Good luck, Matt! 🌟
Matt, a valued member of the wider West Buckland School community, is taking on an extraordinary challenge in aid of three cancer charities: @cr_uk, @theurologyfoundation and @braintumoursupport.
Matt is running 500 miles around the entire Devon and Cornwall South West Coast Path – an epic journey involving a total ascent of more than three times the height of Mount Everest!
This remarkable challenge is in memory of two much-loved colleagues who were both tragically lost to cancer after courageous battles, leaving behind young families. Matt has already raised an incredible £50,000+ for these important causes.
We wish Matt every success as he embarks on this inspiring feat of endurance, determination and fundraising.
If you would like to support Matt or read more about his story, please visit: https://www.justgiving.com/team/matt-field
#WestBucklandSchool #Community #Fundraising #CancerResearch #SWCoastPath
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⛵ Congratulations to James!
Year 8 James C has successfully completed an RYA course and assessment, qualifying as an Assistant Sailing Instructor.
This summer, he is looking forward to working at North Devon Yacht Club, where he will help teach both adults and children how to sail.
What a fantastic achievement and an exciting opportunity. We wish James every success as he shares his passion for sailing and inspires the next generation of sailors! 👏
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A huge congratulations to Bode, who recently completed his first-ever @croyde_ocean_triathlon ! 🏊🚴🏃
Bode took on this amazing challenge to raise money for @barnstaplerfc🏉, helping to fund next season`s rugby tour, while also supporting the fantastic environmental charity @earthactionnorthdevon 🌍💚.
Not only did Bode conquer this mammoth challenge, but he was also awarded:
🏅 Youngest Competitor
🏅 Raised over £1,000 for these two fantastic causes!
We are incredibly proud of Bode`s determination, resilience, and community spirit. 👏✨
If you would like to learn more about Bode`s inspiring journey or support his fundraising, please visit:
💙 justgiving.com/page/bode-burrows-1
Well done, Bode!
#NorthDevon #MakingADifference #WellDoneBode 🏊🚴🏃💙🌍
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📋Geography River Investigation
Our Year 8 geographers headed to the beautiful River Barle at Simonsbath on 2nd July to investigate the characteristics of the upper course of a river.
Students carried out a range of fieldwork activities while observing how the river channel and surrounding landscape change along its course. They demonstrated excellent teamwork and applied classroom learning to a real-world environment, developing valuable geographical enquiry and data collection skills.
A fantastic day of fieldwork in Exmoor, with students showing enthusiasm, curiosity and resilience throughout the investigation.
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🏑 Percy Represents the South West in National Hockey Showcase
Congratulations to Percy F, who was selected to represent the South West as part of the West Panthers Regional Championship Team.
Recently, Percy travelled to Nottingham to compete in the U13 Regional Hockey Festival, where the team enjoyed an outstanding tournament, losing just two matches throughout the competition.
Representing the South West at a regional festival is a fantastic achievement, and the event provided a great opportunity to compete against some of the country`s top young hockey players while gaining valuable experience.
Well done, Percy - a brilliant achievement and an experience to be proud of! 👏
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🥉 National Schools Athletics Championships – Bronze Medal!
An incredible achievement for Rumi, who proudly represented the Devon team at the National Schools Athletics Championships in Birmingham.
With a fantastic 1.61m high jump, Rumi secured the bronze medal against the best young athletes in the country.
A brilliant performance on the national stage. Congratulations, Rumi!
#WBSSport #NationalSchoolsChampionships #HighJump #BronzeMedal #TeamDevon Athletics ProudMoment FutureTalent
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🎉 Final boarding round-up of a brilliant year in Boyer House!
Year 10 boarder Augustin H introduced his fellow boarders to the card game Flip 7, which quickly evolved into a Boyer House competition, complete with a prize for the winner. Demonstrating impressive skill and strategy, Augustin swept aside the competition and claimed victory himself!
A spontaneous karaoke session also proved to be a highlight, with some surprise guest appearances from Mr and Mrs Lowe and Mrs Connelly, who couldn’t resist joining in. Their participation delighted the boarders and added plenty of laughter to the evening.
The term ended on a memorable note, with Year 10 pupil Grace B sharing her piano talents on the final morning in Boyer House before everyone headed off to school and Speech Day.
A wonderful way to round off another fantastic year of boarding!
@boardingschoolsnetwork @bsaboarding
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🏏 Celebrating an Outstanding Achievement for Issie O! 🌟
In a recent Devon Under-18 Girls Cricket match, Issie produced a sensational display of spin bowling. After Somerset had made a steady start and looked well placed, she showcased excellent control and variation, claiming a superb five-wicket haul against a strong batting line-up.
Her landmark fifth wicket was a fitting reward for an exceptional performance, completing a memorable five-for and cementing her place as one of the standout performers of the competition. While the game didn`t go their way overall, there was still much to be proud of.
👏 A fantastic individual achievement and a spell to be proud of. Congratulations, Issie!
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🏏 End of Term Cricket Round-Up
A few words from Mr Hastie...
Cricket season at West Buckland has come to an end. Throughout the Summer Term, teams from U12 through to U18 competed in a wide range of competitive fixtures across Devon, representing the school with pride and determination.
A particular highlight this year was the continued growth of girls` cricket. Our girls` team completed its first full season, developing tremendously as a group and building a strong foundation for the future. It is fantastic to see so many enthusiastic players eager to return and play again next year.
The U15 boys also enjoyed a memorable season, with an impressive cup run that saw them reach the County Semi-Finals – a tremendous achievement and a reflection of their hard work and commitment throughout the year.
Many of our cricketers will continue playing club cricket over the summer holidays, and we wish them every success as they continue to develop their skills and enjoy the game.
Well done to all of our players for another excellent season of cricket at West Buckland.
#WBSSport #WestBucklandSchool #Cricket #SchoolCricket #TeamWBS #SummerCricket #CricketSeason #EndOfTerm #SportAtWBS
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🏃♂️🏃♀️A fantastic athletics season at West Buckland!
🏅Congratulations to all pupils who represented the school in athletics this term. The commitment, teamwork and performances have been outstanding from start to finish.
Miss Rickards` highlights:
⭐ Over 60 pupils represented the school in the North Devon League
⭐ All 8 age group teams qualified for the North Devon League Finals, with our Year 9 Boys and Year 8 Girls crowned champions in their categories
⭐ 21 pupils qualified to represent North Devon at the Devon Schools Championships
⭐ Rumi, Louis, Vaughan, Ash and Gill earned selection for Devon at the South West Schools Championships
⭐ Good luck to Rumi, who is competing at the National Schools Championships this weekend
⭐ A fantastic Sports Day saw every pupil contribute, with school records broken by Vaughan, Indra, Gill, Layla, Rumi and Louis
⭐ 13 pupils proudly represented Team Drake at the IAPS National Athletics Finals at Alexander Stadium
⭐ Special congratulations to Indra, who won gold and bronze medals and was named Female Athlete of the Meet 🥇🥉
We are incredibly proud of every athlete who represented West Buckland this season. The future of athletics at WBS looks bright! 💙💛
#WestBucklandSchool #WBSSport #Athletics #SchoolSport #TeamDrake #IAPS #DevonSchools #NationalSchools #AthleticsSuccess #ProudToRepresent #TrackAndField #SportingExcellence 🏆✨
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🏄♂️🌊 The Perfect End to a Busy Term of Boarding Adventures
On the final weekend before our boarders headed home for the summer holidays, we enjoyed one last exciting outing with a trip to Westward Ho!
From catching waves during an exciting surfing session to friendly beach games on the sand, there was plenty of fun, teamwork and laughter throughout the day. Boarders also tried their hand at kite flying - definitely harder than it looks, but great fun as they worked to keep their kites soaring in the coastal breeze!
Of course, no visit to Westward Ho! would be complete without a Hockings Ice Cream, before rounding off the day with delicious food and stunning seaside views.
A wonderful way to finish the term - filled with fresh sea air, friendship, adventure and memories to last the summer. We wish all our boarders a happy, relaxing and well-deserved holiday! ☀️
#BoardingLife #WestwardHo #SeasideAdventure #StudentLife #MakingMemories #SurfingFun #BoardingCommunity #HockingsIceCream @bsaboarding @boardingschoolsnetwork
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💙 What a year it’s been for WBS Sport! 🏁
As we cross the finish line on another fantastic year, we want to say a huge thank you to everyone who has been part of the journey.
This year has showcased everything that makes WBS Sport so special. The commitment, enthusiasm and support shown by our pupils throughout the year have been outstanding, and we couldn`t be prouder of all they have achieved.
Thank you to our students, grounds staff, catering staff, porters, parents and supporters for making WBS Sport such a special community 💪
Now it`s time for a well earned summer break! ☀️ While the sporting action continues for some over the holidays, we can`t wait to welcome everyone back in September for another exciting year of WBS Sport.
Have a fantastic summer! 💙
The WBS Sports Team 🫶
#WBSSport #WestBucklandSchool #TeamWBS #SchoolSport #ProudToBeWBS #SummerBreak #SeeYouInSeptember #SportingExcellence #FinishLine #ThankYou
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🎉 What a fantastic first year for our KS3 Research Projects!
For the first time, students in Years 7, 8 and 9 completed independent research projects on:
📚 Year 7 - Black History
🍃 Year 8 - Sustainability
🤖 Year 9 - Artificial Intelligence
The results were exceptional, with 127 projects completed, including 84 Merits and 16 Distinctions, showcasing the hard work, curiosity and dedication of our students.
We are incredibly proud of all involved and look forward to seeing these research skills continue to flourish in the years ahead.
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🏆 Rudy Wins SLS Event in Newquay!
We`re delighted to share some fantastic news – Rudy took first place in the Under 15s Board Race at Fistral Beach, Newquay, in June!
The event formed part of the World Ocean Series, with Newquay serving as the opening stop before the tour heads to France, California, Australia and New Zealand. It is also included in the new SLSGB UK Tour, featuring events in Porthcawl, Newquay and Portreath.
Unless you`ve witnessed surf lifesaving competition firsthand, it`s difficult to appreciate the incredible surf skills, fitness and determination required to compete at this level. The standard of competition, especially in Rudy`s age group, is exceptionally high, making this achievement even more impressive.
Huge congratulations to Rudy on this outstanding accomplishment.
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🏃♀️National Schools Athletics Championships
Wishing Rumi the very best of luck as she represents the Devon Team at the National Schools Athletics Championships this weekend in Birmingham.
A fantastic achievement and a well deserved opportunity. Wishing you every success and hoping you enjoy every moment of the experience.
#TeamDevon #NationalSchools #Athletics #WBSSport
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🧪 Cambridge Chemistry Challenge Success!
Congratulations to our Year 12 Chemistry students who recently took part in the Cambridge Chemistry Challenge.
We are delighted that three students achieved award success:
🥈 Carys D – Silver Award
🥈 Milo S – Silver Award
🥇 Ethan W – Gold Award
These impressive results reflect their hard work, dedication and excellent problem-solving skills in Chemistry. Well done to all three students on this outstanding achievement!
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🏆✨ Celebrating Sporting Success!
Our Junior Sports Awards Evening was a fantastic celebration of the dedication, teamwork and achievements of students across Years 7–10, as well as recognising the contributions of every young athlete and celebrating this year`s award winners.
From a beautifully decorated Karslake Hall and a fun-filled raffle to delicious build-your-own burgers from Holroyd Howe, it was a memorable evening filled with recognition, laughter and plenty of sporting pride.
Want to find out who took home the evening`s top honours? Read the full blog to see all the award winners and highlights from a fantastic night of celebration - link in comments 👇
A huge thank you to our Sports Team, Grounds Team, Mrs Friend for the photos, North Devon Party Celebrations and everyone who helped make the evening such a success.
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Join the West Buckland School Team!
We are currently seeking a Cleaner / Porter to join our friendly and hardworking team.
Set within our beautiful North Devon campus, this is an exciting opportunity to play an important role in ensuring our school environment remains welcoming, safe and well-presented for pupils, staff and visitors.
If you take pride in your work and enjoy being part of a supportive community, we would love to hear from you.
📍 West Buckland School, North Devon
🔗 westbuckland.com/about/vacancies/
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🌍🍰 Geography Gets Creative!
Year 8 have been exploring how river drainage basins work, culminating in a fantastic `Make or Bake` Challenge!
From intricately crafted models to brilliantly decorated cakes, students showcased their geographical understanding in some truly creative ways. The result? A lesson that was both stimulating and delicious!
Well done to all our budding geographers for their imagination, effort and attention to detail.
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IAPS National Athletics Finals | Birmingham
Last Wednesday, 13 WBS pupils proudly represented the school at the IAPS National Athletics Finals in Birmingham, having all qualified through earlier rounds.
It was a fantastic day, and we are incredibly proud of every single athlete. Simply qualifying for the National Finals is a huge achievement, and our team produced some excellent performances and results throughout the day.
A special mention goes to Indra S, who had an outstanding championships:
🥇 1st in the Long Jump
🥉 3rd in the 200m, after running a personal best of under 27 seconds – the fastest heat time for U13 girls of the day!
🏆 Awarded Outstanding Athlete of the Championships
An incredible achievement and thoroughly deserved.
Congratulations to all of our athletes for representing WBS so brilliantly💙
#TeamWBS#WBSSport #IAPS #Athletics #NationalFinals SchoolSport ProudSchool
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🎾 U15 Boys - LTA Youth League
Thursday afternoon saw our U15 boys make the trip to Ivybridge for their latest LTA Youth League fixture.
They produced a confident performance from start to finish, playing some excellent tennis and coming away with a 12–0 win.
A great result and another valuable afternoon of match play. Well done, boys! 🎾
#WBSSport #LTAYouth #TeamWBS #wbstennisacademy
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🎭 Cabaret Night 2026 – Years 10–13
Audiences were treated to an exceptional evening as our senior students took to the stage for Cabaret Night, delivering a programme packed with standout performances. From moving solos to show-stopping ensemble numbers, each act showcased not only impressive talent, but also real confidence and stage presence.
It’s a pleasure to see our students grow into such accomplished performers. A special thank you to our fantastic live band, whose energy and flair added that extra je ne sais quoi to every performance.
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🎾U13 LTA Youth League
Well done to our WBS U13 boys on a strong performance in their home LTA Youth League match against Torquay Boys` Grammar School.
It was a really enjoyable afternoon of tennis, with some excellent play and great team spirit from both sides. Congratulations to the boys on a well earned win!🎾👏
#TeamWBS #LTAYouthLeague #SchoolTennis #WBSsport
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⭐ Cabaret Night 2026 – Years 7–9 ⭐
What an incredible evening of entertainment from our talented Year 7–9 performers! From powerful vocals to entertaining dance numbers, our junior students lit up the stage with enthusiasm and sparkle.
For many, this was their first opportunity to perform in front of a live audience, and they absolutely rose to the occasion. We are so proud of all the students who took part; the future of Performing Arts at WBS is certainly bright!
Finally, a huge thank you to our amazing live band, who provided fantastic support for our performers throughout the evening.
#CabaretNight #PerformingArts #StudentTalent #Years7to9 #SchoolCommunity
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🏐 Congratulations to our WBS girls – Cecily B, Aisylnn P, Rosie S, Hazza B and Matilda P on being selected for their netball club`s U14 Regional team, Titans Rockets!🌟
The team recently competed in the U14 South West Regional League qualifiers at Exeter University, facing 10 incredibly strong teams. With only the top two teams earning a place in the league, Titans Rockets delivered an outstanding performance, finishing 2nd.
They`ve now secured their place in the U14 South West Regional League for September – a fantastic achievement and one to be very proud of.
Well done, girls! We can`t wait to see what you achieve next. 👏💙🏐
#WBSSport #NetballSuccess #TitansRockets #TeamWBS #RegionalLeague
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Moth Biodiversity Study 🦋
Our Year 12 A-level Biology students have been exploring moth biodiversity - Mr Shawcross’s favourite lesson of the year!
An incredible 23 different moth species were recorded, giving students the highest biodiversity index they’ve ever achieved. Standout favourites included the small elephant hawkmoth, privet hawkmoth, poplar hawkmoth, and the brilliantly camouflaged buff tip.
A memorable session in the field, spotting species you don’t often see up close.
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🏏🎾Our Final Super Saturday of the Summer Term
Our final Super Saturday of the summer term was another fantastic occasion. These dedicated fixture weekends are an important part of the WBS sporting calendar, providing pupils with the opportunity to represent the school with pride while competing in a wide range of fixtures.
With the weather on our side, it was a brilliant day of cricket and tennis, showcasing the commitment, teamwork and sportsmanship of our pupils across all age groups.
Thank you to all the parents, families and supporters who came along to cheer on our teams. Your encouragement from the sidelines is always greatly appreciated and plays an important part in creating such a positive sporting environment.
#WBSSport #TeamWBS #SuperSaturday #SchoolSport #Cricket Tennis ProudToRepresent
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Psychology Trip • Shepton Mallet Prison
Our Year 12 students recently had an unforgettable day at Shepton Mallet Prison! From a thrilling escape-room challenge in a real cell to the `haunted` gate keepers residence and an eye-opening tour led by the very knowledgeable Officer Jason, they explored the realities of prison life past and present.
Students discovered historic cells, harsh routines and debated key issues like justice, rehabilitation, and the death penalty - bringing their studies to life in a truly immersive way.
A fantastic experience all round!
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🎾 Play Your Way to Wimbledon Success
After qualifying at WBS for the next stage of the Play Your Way to Wimbledon competition, Iseo, Rosa and Autumn competed this weekend at the Regional U14 Singles Finals, held at the brilliant Avon Vale Grass Court Tennis Club.
Rosa and Autumn played remarkably well throughout the day and thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to compete on grass, eventually facing each other in the 5th–6th place play off.
Iseo had an outstanding run, battling through the quarter-finals and semi-finals to reach the boys’ final. In a crowd pleasing, epic hour-and-a-half match, he was just pipped at the post, narrowly losing 11–9 in the match tie-break.
The exciting news is that Iseo is Wimbledon bound and will proudly represent Devon and West Buckland at the Play Your Way to Wimbledon National Finals during Finals Week on the famous grass courts in August.
A fantastic achievement by all three players - we’re incredibly proud of you all and wish Iseo the very best at Wimbledon! 🎾💙
#WBSSport #wbstennisacademy #DevonTennis #playyourwaytowimbledon
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🏰🗡️ WELL DONE, YEAR 10!
What a brilliant evening of medieval mystery!
Huge congratulations to our Year 10 cast and crew for a fantastic performance of Who Killed T`Duke? Full of laughs, twists and Yorkshire charm, the show was a huge success. The audience laughed, gasped and played detective right up until the final moments.
A special shout out to Josh S for creating and operating the sound effects, helping to bring the intrigue and mystery to life.
We`re delighted that the performance helped raise £600 and counting for Pete`s Dragons and Devon Air Ambulance.
Thank you to everyone who supported the event—and, most importantly, well done to Year 10. You were absolutely fantastic! 🎭👏✨
#WhoKilledTDuke #Year10Drama #PetesDragons #DevonAirAmbulance #Proud #SchoolTheatre @petesdragonscharity @devonairambulance
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All the flowers at tonight’s Sixth Form Ball at Sandy Cove Hotel have been grown right here in the school garden 🌿🌸
Led by the Charities Committee and WEBS, they are raising money for the Butterfly Conservation (Devon Branch) 🦋 - with bouquets available to buy at the end of the evening!
@savebutterflies
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🗡️🏰 Break a leg, Year 10
Tonight, our fantastic Year 10 students take to the stage for their hilarious medieval murder mystery charity performance of Who Killed T`Duke? Set in the heart of medieval Yorkshire, this whodunnit is packed with suspicious nobles, dodgy alibis, Yorkshire wit and more twists than a castle staircase!
We`re incredibly proud of all the students who have worked so hard to bring this production to life, all while raising money for two incredible charities: ❤️ Pete`s Dragons 🚁 Devon Air Ambulance
Please join us in wishing the cast and crew a huge BREAK A LEG! 🎭
#WhoKilledTDuke #BreakALeg #Year10Drama #MurderMystery #MedievalYorkshire #SchoolProduction #CharityPerformance #PetesDragons #DevonAirAmbulance #DramaDepartment
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🏉 Rugby Shirt Auction: A Fantastic Result!
After an thrilling and competitive silent auction, we are delighted to announce that the winning bidder has secured the signed Exeter Chiefs rugby shirt with a fantastic bid of £501!
A huge thank you to everyone who took part and supported the auction - your generosity and enthusiasm made it a great success.
The funds raised will now go towards supporting the incredible work of RESTART Rugby, as well as contributing to the continued development of West Buckland School Sport - with an exciting chapter ahead.
Congratulations to our winning bidder, and thank you once again to all who got involved!
@restartrugby #TeamWBS #WBSSport #ExeterChiefs #Rugby #SilentAuction #RestartRugby #SchoolSport
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A huge thank you to our wonderful staff for going above and beyond during the recent hot weather 🌞
From our caretaking team keeping our additional hydration stations topped up, to our dedicated grounds staff creating shaded spaces and maintaining our beautiful campus. And, of course, to our teaching staff who have adapted lessons with creativity and care ensuring students could continue to enjoy a rich programme of activities, from adaptive sports to shaded outdoor learning.👏
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🌿🌾 Fieldwork Adventures in a UNESCO Biosphere!
Our Year 12 A-level Biology students spent time exploring the stunning UNESCO Biosphere Reserve at Braunton Burrows last week as part of their studies.
They investigated the conservation and management of succession within this unique and diverse ecosystem - bringing classroom learning to life in an inspiring real-world setting. A fantastic opportunity to develop their practical skills while appreciating one of our incredible local environments!
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⏰ FINAL HOURS!
Our silent auction for the signed Exeter Chiefs rugby shirt ends TODAY at 12PM.
Current highest bid: £501
Can you beat it? This is your last chance to win an incredible piece of Chiefs history while supporting great causes.
👉 Get your bids in via DM before midday!
#TeamWBS #WBSSport #ExeterChiefs #Rugby #SilentAuction #RestartRugby #SchoolSport @restartrugby
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🎾 WBS Tennis Trip to the Nottingham Open
On Friday, our tennis players enjoyed a fantastic trip to Nottingham to watch the Nottingham Open. They were treated to lovely weather, high-quality tennis on the grass courts, and a brilliant atmosphere throughout the day.
Everyone had a wonderful time and thoroughly enjoyed the experience🌞💚
#WBSSport #Tennis #NottinghamOpen #GrassCourtSeason #TeamWBS TennisTrip
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🔔 Auction Update 🔔
With Exeter Chiefs heading into the Premiership Play-Off Final this Saturday, we’re extending our silent auction for the signed shirt to give everyone the chance to get involved during what promises to be an exciting few days for the club.
⏰ New closing time: Monday 22 June, 12pm
Don’t miss the opportunity to own a fantastic piece of Chiefs memorabilia while supporting RESTART Rugby and WBS sport.
📲 Send your bids via DM to the WBS Sports Instagram account
#TeamWBS #WBSSport #ExeterChiefs #Rugby #SilentAuction #RestartRugby #SchoolSport @restartrugby
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🏆 Incredible achievement for Zak!
During half term, Zak represented the South West at the International Regional Tetrathlon Championships at Moreton Morrell, competing in the first year senior boys class.
He delivered an outstanding performance across all disciplines:
🎯 A 940 shoot – taking Top Shot in his class
🏊♂️ A personal best swim
🏃♂️ A solid run in challenging heat
On the final day, Zak faced a tough cross-country course and was the only competitor in his class to achieve the maximum 1400 ride score. With these incredible results combined, Zak was crowned champion 🥇
An especially rare accomplishment – holding the Junior Boys title and then winning the First Year Senior International Championship in the same year!
All of this achieved alongside his GCSEs, Zak`s success reflects his dedication and determination, with valued support from his teachers and the school recognised by his family.
👏 Massive congratulations, Zak – what a performance!
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🖌Art Show 2026
Join us for this year’s Art Show in the 150 Art Studio, showcasing the incredible work of our talented students, including GCSE and A Level pieces.
Private View: Wednesday 24th June, 5–7pm
Speech Day Opening: Wednesday 8th July, 1–2pm
We would love to see you there as we celebrate the imagination, skill and dedication of our students, reflected in every piece on display.
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Sixth Form Students Celebrate Outstanding Success
West Buckland School is celebrating another year of exceptional Sixth Form achievement, with students securing outstanding A Level and vocational results and progressing to an exciting range of university, apprenticeship and career pathways.
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Teacher Blog: Focus on Design Technology
English at West Buckland School: Empowering Students To Think Boldly. Through high quality teaching, vibrant classroom discussions, and a focus on the transferable skills that support progress across every subject, we empower students to become confident readers, skilled writers and independent thinkers.
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A Sixth Form Journey: From West Buckland to Aviation in Australia
It was a pleasure to welcome back OWB Edward Sze (21–23C) during a recent visit. After completing his Sixth Form studies at West Buckland School, Edward has moved to Australia to study Aviation Management. Now firmly on the path towards his goal of becoming a pilot, his journey is already taking off.
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River’s Musical Journey to the Royal College of Music
We’re delighted to share the news of River’s offer from the Royal College of Music Junior Department to study piano, a world‑leading institution and an extraordinary achievement. River’s success is a testament to his exceptional talent, dedication and hard work, and we couldn’t be prouder of all he has accomplished. We can’t wait to see his musical journey continue at such an elite level.
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Tennis Lives at West Buckland School
Tennis is a cornerstone of sporting life at West Buckland School, and our reputation for excellence continues to grow. We are proud to have been named Devon Tennis School of the Year 2025, with further recognition as Highly Commended by the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA). These prestigious accolades reflect the quality, depth and ambition of our tennis programme — and the exceptional opportunities available to our students.
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Whole School Open Day – Monday 4th May
Discover how a West Buckland School education could ignite talent and open doors to a bright future. West Buckland School is delighted to welcome families to our upcoming Open Day on Monday 4th May, from 9.30am to 12.00pm. This is a fantastic opportunity for prospective parents and students to experience the vibrancy, community spirit and outstanding educational offer that define our school.
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Teacher Blog: Focus on English
English at West Buckland School: Empowering Students To Think Boldly. Through high quality teaching, vibrant classroom discussions, and a focus on the transferable skills that support progress across every subject, we empower students to become confident readers, skilled writers and independent thinkers.
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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.
