Winchester College
@WinColl
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Winchester College is an independent school in Hampshire, UK offering boarding for boys aged 13-18 and Sixth Form for day girls and boys.
Winchester, Hampshire, UK
Joined June 2013
Recently, The Sunday Times Parent Power Schools Guide named Winchester College its Southeast Independent Secondary School of the Year 2024. The College is delighted that the academic achievements of its pupils have been recognised. Read more here:
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An inspiring story from a former pupil in today's Telegraph. Photo credit: David Ferguson
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A great piece on the Choristers of @WinCathedral and the Quiristers of Winchester College, as well as their recent success.
Ever wondered what it's like to sing in a professional choir? Watch this wonderful @ITVMeridian 11-minute report about @WinCathedral's Grammy-nominated #Choristers and @WinColl's #Quiristers, who live and are educated at Pilgrims'.
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RT @WinCollMuseums: J.M.W. Turner died #OTD in 1851. We have one of his watercolours in our collection – 'Neuwied and Weissenthurm on the R….
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RT @WinCollBC: This evening marks the end of our winter training camp, 3 days up at Dorney lake. Great to have so many athletes attend! See….
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RT @WinCollMuseums: For #EYAUnique we’ve chosen a Great Seal of Henry V from a document dated 1422. This very rare seal was a new design ma….
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Recently, the College welcomed over 900 local pupils & members of the public for the @cameron_b_trust Memorial Wildlife Talk & Lecture with guest speaker, Megan McCubbin. You can read more about Megan's visit below.
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RT @WinCollMuseums: Last Friday we took part in #TakeoverDay organized by @kidsinmuseums. Year 6 from All Saints C of E Primary in Winchest….
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This past Sunday, the College community held its annual Remembrance Service to remember to former pupils & staff who gave their lives in service of their country. You can learn more about the College's history in conflicts dating from 1782 to 1990 below.
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Today, the College community observed a 2 minute silence to pay tribute to those who have given their lives while serving the country. We will remember them.
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RT @WinCollMuseums: Happy 400th birthday to Shakespeare’s First Folio! Our copy is on free public display in the Treasury until 20 November….
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Last Saturday saw the conclusion of this year's Makyth Ventures Ignite inter-school pitch competition. Sponsored by @FUEL10K , the theme for the event was the 'Future of Food' & saw teams pitching ideas on cricket protein to hyper-personalised nutrition & banana leaf packaging.
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Last week, the College hosted its latest instalment of Studium lecture series. Alongside College pupils & staff, students from our partner state schools attended talks on a range of topics, including Neurodiversity, Islam in China, and fostering an Adventurous Mindset.
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RT @WinCollMuseums: For #InternationalArtistDay, and as we are awash with rain, we’re sharing this painting by Mark Spray, ‘Between Me and….
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And just like that, half term is upon us. To all pupils, parents, and staff, we wish you a restful break.
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Recently, students from the @CrownandManor joined us for a day of enrichment which included sport, a STEM challenge, Chemistry & Maths sessions. A long-standing partnership, this is the second visit by the Club this year, & we look forward to welcoming them back soon.
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Last weekend, the Winchester Sailing team competed at the Eric Twiname Youth Team Racing event. Sailing against some strong teams on the first day, the Winchester team held their own, and won all their races on the second day, making them winners of the Bronze Fleet.
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Last Friday, the College's Charities Committee organised a sponsored run & cake sale in aid of the School’s national charity, @YLvsCancer. More than 700 pupils participated over a variety of distances. So far, the event has raised over £9,000. Our thanks go to those who donated.
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On Saturday, October 14, the College is hosting an open day where boys who love to sign can experience what it's like to be a Quirister and sing with the Chapel Choir. You can learn more via the link below.
Last week, @WinCathedral held a special Evensong commemorating the death of #WilliamOfWykeham. This is one of the few occasions when the Cathedral and @WinColl Chapel choirs, including Pilgrims’ own #Choristers and #Quiristers, come together to celebrate his achievements.
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