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# Windlesham School

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## News

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- [New headmaster for the oldest prep school In The UK!](https://www.windlesham.com/2020/09/27/new-headmaster-for-the-oldest-prep-school-in-the-uk/) - Ben Evans, his wife Alex and their two boys, have now arrived and settled into life at Windlesham following Ben's appointment on the retirement of Richard Foster, Headmaster at Windlesham for the last 13 years. Windlesham's vibrant and nurturing community have given Ben and his family a warm welcome. He explains: “In a short time
- [Performing Arts Day](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/01/13/performing-arts-day/) - No one knew what to expect but everyone was very excited. What was ‘Whole School Performing Arts Day’? It was a magical day of music, dance, art, theatre, DT and textiles, all rolled into one and culminating with six performances. Each house was given the task of creating a backing display, costumes, a dance and
- [Diploma charity day](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/07/07/diploma-charity-day/) - After weeks of hard work on Saturday mornings, 7 groups of Years 7 & 8 pupils took part in a charity fundraising day as part of the Windlesham House Diploma. Raising money for their chosen charities, which ranged from the Disaster Emergency Committee to Leukaemia UK and the Dogs Trust, the children ran, cycled, played
- [PSHE at Windlesham House](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/07/pshe-at-windlesham-house/) - Pupil wellbeing is such an integral part of Windlesham House. It is wonderful to see the children using our wellbeing space. Every breaktime and lunchtime, Years 3 - 8 children can gather in our inviting and comfortable centre to talk about a specific worry/problem or just enjoy relaxing, drawing, knitting or browsing through the many
- [The Spirit of Windlesham](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/07/10/the-spirit-of-windlesham/) - The Windlesham spirit shone through on Saturday 8 July. Whether it was in the whole school singing, the musical or dance performances or in the thoughtful and well-articulated alumni speeches, the joy, enthusiasm, sense of purpose and creativity was clearly evident at our Speech Day. The opportunity to share all of this with our families
- [Charitable endeavours and social responsibility ](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/07/07/charitable-endeavours-and-social-responsibility/) - Over the course of the Saturday morning sessions in the spring and summer terms, the Windlesham Diploma groups in Years 7 & 8 have been working hard on developing a deeper understanding of charities close to their hearts. They researched their chosen charities and presented in assembly in addition to planning ways in which they
- [A mathematical challenge](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/07/02/a-mathematical-challenge/) - Year 7 were given a project to use all their mathematical skills that they have been practicing this term. Finishing off with probability, the children were able to explore this with games. Thinking about probability questions and how they work out ratio and probability, this led to thinking about favourite games to play and what
- [Windlesham House's Literary Festival](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/02/24/windlesham-houses-literary-festival/) - Windlesham House has been alive with literature this week; the entire school has celebrated reading and the written word. The aim of our first Literature Festival has been to foster a love of literature in our children. We have been privileged to welcome six authors and poets to Windlesham. They shared their diverse experiences of
- [Team building and leadership](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/30/team-building-and-leadership/) - Year 7 were involved in a team building and leadership programme which was led by Wilderness Expertise. The children started by looking at the leadership and planning skills demonstrated throughout the movie Toy Story. They were able to put these plans into practice through a series of tasks including Abyss and buggy building. After lunch
- [Year 6 hosted, cooked and served](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/30/year-6-hosted-cooked-and-served/) - This week has been a busy one for the Year 6 pupils, as they have hosted, cooked and served over 30 sets of parents and staff over the last three nights, and I could not be more proud of them. This was the culmination of five months of meticulous menu planning, practising, and tasting, and
- [Visiting the National Gallery](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/29/6737/) - This week, Mrs Clark and Mrs Shaw took a group of Year 7 pupils to The National Gallery in London. Having got the train to Victoria Station, they walked to Trafalgar Square taking in the sights of Buckingham Palace and the Mall. As we know, there is always so much to see! In the National
- [Music week](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/07/01/music-week/) - Celebrating the start of music week, the wind band played the hymn in assembly which was a lovely start to the day. During the final week of music lessons of the year, it has been great to see so many children coming down to the music department and engaging with their instruments. We also found
- [An inspiring journey](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/28/an-inspiring-journey/) - The Windlesham Jaguars, a group of young athletes who had only started playing NFL Flag American Football 18 months ago, defied all odds and achieved remarkable success in the South of England regional tournament. Their incredible performance led them to the national championships, where they entered as the second-to-last seeded team. Despite being considered rank
- [Double county champions - The Buttler Cup  ](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/22/double-county-champions-the-buttler-cup/) - One hour after the Year 7 maths exam had finished, 128 children from 16 schools were seated in the sports hall ready for the County Chess Champions! After six rounds of chess over the winter, quarter final, semi final and final are all played on the same day and it was no surprise that our
- [IAPS Swimming Success](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/05/iaps-swimming/) - Four of our swimmers qualified for the IAPS swimming championship as finalists which was being held at the London Aquatic Centre. It was the first time we had qualified for four individual events. Whist we had qualified for the U13 girls relay, we had to withdraw as not all of team were able to participate.
- [A glorious day!](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/12/a-glorious-day/) - On Saturday 10 June, Windlesham House had their annual sports day. The houses met in the MFT for the wonderful and colourful parade. Bader were chasing their fourth victory in a row and no house wanted that to happen (except Bader!). As you can imagine, it was competitive from the start. The heat was immense
- [Windlesham Rocks](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/12/windlesham-rocks/) - This year’s edition of Windlesham Rocks was a 90 minute spectacular on a sweltering June evening with 20 acts from right across the school. The capacity crowd knew they were in for a treat as soon as the opening guitar chords of Hugo’s energetic rendition of Party in the USA rang through the MFT sound
- [Exams are over!](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/29/exams-are-over/) - Year 8 finished their common entrance exams today! Well done to all our pupils. They have worked hard. Shaking off exam fever, the ice cream van arrived which was very welcomed as the day has been heating up. A three legged race, turned into a four legged, five legged and an eight legged race. To
- [Cooking up a storm](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/08/cooking-up-a-storm/) - This week, Pre-Prep pupils have been making a range of goodies linked to their topic work. We have made Alice in Wonderland crazy cakes and prince and princess topped muffins. Year 5 has been consolidating oven and hob work by melting chocolate, making crumbles and apple cakes. Year 6 is coming to the end of
- [Water butts and compost bins](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/08/water-butts-and-compost-bins/) - The water butt and compost bins that the Eco Committee raised funds for through their cake sale have arrived! There was much excitement (so much so that Sasha hid in the bin). We talked about what can go into the compost bins and made compostable waste collectors to put around the school. The committee members
- [PC building](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/07/pc-building/) - Braving circuit boards and unraveling complex configurations, Chris and Henry are the epitome of dedication. Piece by piece, they've meticulously crafted a gaming rig that can rival the best in the business. Their knowledge and expertise have transformed ordinary components into a high-performance marvel. During lunch breaks and after school, these two master builders have
- [Brit Knit](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/04/27/brit-knit/) - The Windlesham community has not disappointed in our latest endeavour to pull together and do something creative. Pupils, parents and staff have been avidly knitting and finger knitting for the Coronation and beyond, and keep coming up to me to report their progress. Even the Coronation bears have been lending a hand.
- [Arise parent workshop](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/04/28/arise-parent-workshop/) - We were thrilled to invite Mpula Lawton from Arise back to the school last Saturday as she hosted a parent workshop. As a result of our continued work on educating the whole Windlesham House community, we have been recognised by Mpula as an actively anti-racist school. We will now explore further opportunities to build on
- [Golden Dragon Mosaic](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/04/23/golden-dragon-mosaic/) - The golden dragon mosaic is now finished and just needs to be grouted. Lots of pupils helped to create this spectacular piece that is made from vintage china and mirror glass. We have started The Green Man mosaic in celebration of the upcoming Coronation. If you have any old costume jewellery for the crown in
- [A visit to Arundel Wetland Centre](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/04/27/a-visit-to-arundel-wetland-centre/) - Reception had a fantastic time at Arundel Wetland Centre on Tuesday! They had the opportunity to do a pond dipping session, a senses session and a session about different birds and the way they eat. The children enjoyed a boat ride through the three types of wetland so please do ask them about what they
- [Celebrating the coronation](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/05/05/6854/) - It has been a brilliant, if shorter week than usual and we have managed to fit in an awful lot. I couldn’t be more grateful to our Friends of Windlesham team and helpers (plus providers of scones and cakes) for the fantastic celebratory Coronation Tea yesterday afternoon. The sun shone and well over 100 families
- [A great start to the summer term](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/05/12/a-great-start-to-the-summer-term/) - Windlesham House golfers have started the summer term with three magnificent wins against Westbourne House and Cardinal Newman School. Their most recent victory was on Tuesday playing against Cardinal Newman @ Brighton & Hove Golf Club! Well done to George M, our U10 IAPS Golf winner: George M
- [Athletics](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/05/11/athletics/) - Windlesham House travelled to Withdean Stadium to compete in the annual Hurst athletics meet. A sunny and successful afternoon for the team of 30 athletes from Years 3 - 8. All our pupils performed well and represented the school with a high standard of effort, heart, commitment and sportsmanship. On the track Christina won the
- [Year 2 research habitats](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/05/12/year-2-research-habitats/) - The children in Year 2 have been busy researching habitats in their topic lessons this week. Each child has selected a habitat to become an expert on, in order to create their own diorama next week in class. They have used textbooks and a range of children’s research websites to hone their research skills and
- [Design technology](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/05/15/design-technology/) - This has been a very busy week in the DT department with children working on a range of projects. Many of these are nearly ready for the art and design exhibition in July. The Year 8 project is nearing the end and the standard of work on both the storage furniture and the Yinka Ilori
- [Experimenting with gravity](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/05/18/experimenting-with-gravity/) - We have had a beautiful time at forest school this week. We have experimented with cooking healthier snacks on the fire including roasting pineapple and foraged daisies and hawthorn on toast! The children have all enjoyed experimenting with the pull of gravity, whether that be when making leafy boats to go down our woodland water
- [Anyone for tennis?](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/05/17/anyone-for-tennis/) - On Tuesday 16 May, 16 tennis players made the trip to Westbourne for a festival style match play event. Our team was made up of seven girls and nine boys from Years 7 and 8. The players played doubles matches against opposing pairs with plenty of high level tennis on show. Captain Charles W led
- [Year 5 survival night](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/05/20/year-5-survival-night/) - It was hard not to hear the joyful shrieks from the Year 5 survival night; the children were having a blast. The excitement on their faces was fantastic to see, many of them having new experiences and for some, their first opportunity to sleep in the great outdoors. They were keen to tell me
- [Polyominoes](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/05/17/polyominoes/) - You will all be familiar with the game ‘dominoes’ but what is a triomino? A tetromino? A pentomino? How many arrangements of each can be made? In the second academic workshop of the term, Year 5 explored polyominoes and all of the different possibilities. Once again, the children demonstrated excellent collaborative skills and resilience. As
- [Exploring relationships](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/05/19/exploring-relationships/) - During this half term all of the children have been exploring their relationships with family, friends, teachers etc. and have been thinking about which behaviours result in successful relationships rather than unhealthy ones. They learnt that the most important relationship they will ever have with anyone is themselves, so they needed to make it a
- [Wild at Windlesham House](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/03/wild-at-windlesham-house/) - Windlesham House’s wildflower meadow and areas of wildflowers around the school are looking stunning at the moment. Please feel free to take the time during sports day or the camping weekend to walk around them and soak up the beauty. The wild flower meadow can be found up near the chickens and polytunnel and offers
- [Water butts and compost bins](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/06/06/water-butts-and-compost-bins-2/) - The water butt and compost bins that the Eco Committee raised funds for through their cake sale have arrived! There was much excitement (so much so that Sasha hid in the bin). We talked about what can go into the compost bins and made compostable waste collectors to put around the school. The committee members
- [Windlesham House polo](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/08/23/windlesham-house-polo/) - Windlesham House children return to the polo ground at Cowdray for the summer term. We had a range of experienced polo players and some novices. It was great to see the children having such a good time.
- [Exams are over!](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/08/24/exams-are-over-2/) - Year 8 finished their common entrance exams today! Well done to all our pupils. They have worked hard. Shaking off exam fever, the ice cream van arrived which was very welcomed as the day has been heating up. A three legged race, turned into a four legged, five legged and an eight legged race. To
- [The trim trail has started!](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/08/24/the-trim-trail-has-started/) - The Windlesham Trim Trail has been started thanks to a generous donation from a parent. Pupils can now be seen every break working on their upper body strength on the pull up and dip bars. The equipment is proving to be lots of fun but will also form an important part of strength and conditioning
- [Harrison wows on the tennis courts](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/08/30/harrison-wows-on-the-tennis-courts/) - Harrison, Year 8 pupil at Windlesham House, has had an incredible summer of playing tennis across Sussex, London and Europe with huge success! Play Your Way to Wimbledon This summer, Harrison won the 14U Play Your Way to Wimbledon Area Finals in Sussex which meant he qualified for the 14U National Finals which were held
- [Weekly pastoral theme: British Values](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/09/18/weekly-pastoral-theme-british-values/) - Last week, our pastoral theme was British Values. There were many discussions about what it means to be British and how each value is mirrored at Windlesham House. The children were able to see how Democracy, Rule of Law, Individual Liberty and Mutual Respect and Tolerance apply in our school community, and that we all
- [Eco Schools](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/09/18/eco-schools/) - The chickens have never had so much love and never have so many children been so excited about runner beans! They all asked if they could eat them, as well as gobbling cherry tomatoes and blackberries. Sadly we were having too much fun to take many photos but we’ll get some next week, I promise!
- [Challenge and Diploma Saturday programme](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/09/11/challenge-and-diploma-saturday-programme/) - Last weekend saw the launch of the new Challenge and Diploma enrichment programme. The children had signed up to a vast array of activities ranging from farming to first aid. Options catered for all interests such as golf, five a side football, water polo, farming, music, coding and fashion design. We look forward to seeing
- [Art & DT Exhibition](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/09/18/art-dt-exhibition/) - In the last week of the summer term, the theatre was transformed into a showcase of creativity and colour. The pupils had been working hard all year on both individual pieces of art and design technology and a number of collaborative pieces. The exhibition celebrated our pupil's passion and courage to be creative clearly demonstrating
- [A journey of growth and adventure](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/09/20/a-journey-of-growth-and-adventure/) - Year 5 gained some remarkable experiences and growth during their PGL trip to the Isle of Wight. This adventure was an opportunity for pupil's to step out of their comfort zones and into a world of learning, self-discovery, and fun. Throughout the trip, they embarked on a journey of personal development. They not only had
- [Windlesham's four dimensional Sports Academy Programme](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/09/08/windleshams-four-dimensional-sports-academy-programme/) - Windlesham Sports Academy is a four dimensional programme that has been set up at Windlesham House to provide pupils with the advanced style of sporting timetable they will need to become rounded athletes both physically and mentally. Element one is sports specific coaching for each pupil’s chosen discipline (e.g. tennis or golf). This will be
- [A mud birthday cake](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/09/13/a-mud-birthday-cake/) - It has been wonderful to see the woods once again full of happy children playing, exploring and having fun. Speckled wood butterflies have been everywhere in the woods this week, making a magical sight as they dance in pairs in the sunshine. The children have enjoyed foraging for autumn berries such as elderberries and blackberries
- [Magnificent Moths](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/09/20/magnificent-moths/) - As well as William raising money for an animal sanctuary over the summer holidays, he also spent time studying moths by making a moth trap, photographing what he saw and making a video about his discoveries. He has been working hard for his Sussex Wildlife Trust 'Nature Ranger Award'. He has been amazed to find
- [A sparkling day](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/02/a-sparkling-day/) - Windlesham House truly sparkled in the sunshine with a buzz of positivity and enjoyment throughout our successful 'School in Action'. Saturday morning enabled us to demonstrate the impressive opportunities available to the children. Parents were able to meet those who make a real difference to the lives of their children - our fantastic staff. Everyone
- [Sing!](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/09/27/sing/) - On Tuesday, eight Year 6 pupils traveled to Eastbourne College for Sing 2023. They joined 100 other pupils for a fun day of music making, learning five songs, including a traditional round, ‘Shadowland’ from the Lion King and Frankie Valli’s ‘Can’t Take My Eyes Off You’. During the afternoon, they were joined by members of
- [ECO Warriers](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/02/eco-warriers/) - The 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are an important part of the global strategy to address climate change, environmental degradation, poverty and inequality. The pupils in the Eco Club have been learning a bit about the SDGs and what we can do individually and collectively to contribute to the success of the goals.
- [A huge commitment](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/02/a-huge-commitment/) - It has been a very busy week in PSHE and I have been absolutely delighted by the high level of commitment to learning shown by all the children. In Year 5, the children have been exploring children’s rights. We have started to look at the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and
- [A Great Maths Challenge](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/09/28/a-great-maths-challenge/) - A great maths challenge Twenty prep and primary schools enjoyed an hour of maths challenges in the Malden Family Theatre on Tuesday! Most schools brought four pupils but we were able to enter 12 as we were hosting the event. The afternoon was split into three rounds. Firstly an algebra substitution round called ‘Find the
- [A very busy week of sport](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/09/29/a-very-busy-week-of-sport7124/) - A very busy week of sport at Windlesham House saw golf, netball and cross-country added to the usual seasonal diet of hockey and football. On Tuesday the Colts A VII girls' hockey team showed huge improvement throughout their IAPs tournament - winning 2-0 over Westbourne in the bowl semi-final before losing in a penalty shuffle
- [Windlesham House Dog Show](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/17/windlesham-house-dog-show/) - This year, Windlesham House are proud to say that this was our busiest dog show yet! Sunday’s dog show was a truly magnificent day thanks to a terrific turnout and the sun shining. The dogs completed an obstacle ‘agility’ course accompanied by their owners, who were themselves in fancy dress! Prizes were won for the
- [Weekly pastoral theme: Successful mindsets](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/15/weekly-pastoral-theme-failure/) - Should we be afraid of failure? This is one of the questions the children at Windlesham House have been asked to consider this week, as the whole school has embraced the idea that failing can often lead to success. Too often we want the results immediately and forget that we often need to get things
- [William Shakespeare Workshop](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/09/william-shakespeare-workshop/) - Windlesham House hosted a William Shakespeare workshop morning for Year 5 & 6 pupils from local primary schools. The workshop was a fun interactive introduction to Shakespeare’s plays, in which the children acted out the main scenes from Romeo and Juliet as well as chanting the spells of the witches in Macbeth. They also acted
- [Conkers, boats and dragon eggs!](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/14/conkers-boats-and-dragon-eggs/) - Reception to Year 4 pupils took to the fresh air in during their forest school lessons. The pupils hunted for conkers to use in their crafts including the creation of: conker snails, conker people, conker necklaces and conker hedgehogs. The children enjoyed drilling holes in them to attach strings for a good old fashioned game
- [Chalk me up!](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/13/chalk-me-up/) - Our pupils had the privilege of visiting ‘Chalk’ on the Wiston Estate, over the road from Windlesham House. The visit was an educational and delightful experience that revolved around understanding the grapes grown on the estate, the factors contributing to their growth and the intricate process behind the success of their sparkling wine production. The
- [Cross country excellence!](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/16/cross-country/) - After the high drama of last week's Seaford College U12 & U13 events which saw Windlesham House mis-announced as runners-up U13 boys category when in fact we were joint winners, it was great to get straight back into action on a stunning October afternoon for the Ardingly Team Championships. This unusual event uniquely asks all
- [Immersing in real-life Geography lessons](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/09/immersing-in-real-life-geography-lessonsimmersing-in-real-life-lessons/) - Year 8 embarked on their geography field trip to the River Tillingbourne near Dorking. This outdoor adventure provided the pupils with a unique open classroom experience, immersing them in real-life lessons about the river syllabus. The pupils showed remarkable enthusiasm throughout the field trip. They exhibited a keen interest in the processes of a river
- [School in Action](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/04/school-in-action/) - Windlesham House truly sparkled in the sunshine with a buzz of positivity and enjoyment throughout our successful 'School in Action'. Saturday morning enabled us to demonstrate the impressive opportunities available to the children. Parents were able to meet those who make a real difference to the lives of their children - our fantastic staff. Everyone
- [Weekly pastoral theme: Empathy](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/18/weekly-pastoral-theme-empathy/) - The children have been discussing empathy and why it is important they put themselves in other people’s shoes. By demonstrating empathy, they were able to become better listeners, develop imaginations, practise kindness and share the burdens of others. Our school code of conduct - respect - enables children and staff are able to develop their
- [West End Showcase](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/13/west-end-showcase/) - The second annual West End Showcase was another amazing evening that demonstrated the fantastic depth of talent of the performing arts at Windlesham House. The theatre was set up with round tables and a bar for the audience, creating a wonderful atmosphere for the brilliant 26 acts! From the ever-growing wind band playing All I
- [Riding School Programme](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/14/riding-school-programme/) - Although an already popular activity, we are delighted to see our riding school programme underway with work at Cissbury stables including practical sessions and stable management. This will allow pupils to work towards their Pony Club badges. They really enjoyed getting hands on and learning about all the different elements to grooming and caring for
- [A week filled with tech-centric learning and activities!](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/09/20/a-week-filled-with-tech-centric-learning-and-activities/) - This week at school was filled with tech-centric learning and activities! Year 4 to Year 8 have successfully completed their Acceptable User Agreements. Pupils are now fully informed about the expectations and rules surrounding the use of devices and technology, both inside and outside of school. Our budding Year 2 typists have been getting to
- [Learning about ourselves and others](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/09/29/learning-about-ourselves-and-others/) - It has been a very busy week in PSHE which has been delightful seeing the high level commitment to learning. Year 5 have been exploring children’s rights. They have started to look at the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and have been interested to see that what they consider should be
- [Show Jumping](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/05/show-jumping/) - The Windlesham Academy show jumpers Ella, Millie and Eva attended an indoor event at Hascombe Farm to watch the international riders prepare for Horse of the Year Show “with a behind closed doors practise show”. The girls watched the 140cm class and met the recent Hickstead derby winners and members of the Irish national team, David
- [Navigating the digital world](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/05/navigating-the-digital-world/) - Our little engineers in Year 2 have been exploring the fascinating world of robotics with the LEGO WeDo kits. They have delved into constructing and programming their own mini robots, promoting early STEM skills and collaborative learning. Digital literacy is blooming in Year 3 as they continue their adventure into digital text and dictation. They've
- [National School Equestrian Association competition](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/11/27/national-school-equestrian-association-competition/) - Windlesham House was represented at the National Schools Equestrian Association’s first competition of the year at Coombelands on Sunday 15 October. Hali was first to enter the ring on her pony, Dillon, competing in the 60cm class. She jumped confidently and finished with eight faults. Hali has been quietly working with her five year old
- [Ahoy!](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/19/ahoy/) - Yo ho ho, it really was a day of nautical fun on Monday in Year one! Pirate Day was declared by the children as, “The best day ever!”. One of our little friends assured us that it was almost as exciting as Christmas Day itself! The children made glittery treasure slime and put the appealing
- [Re-use and recycle](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/17/re-use-and-recycle/) - The last few weeks has seen pupils working incredibly hard on their projects! Year 4 have been very busy building their wood and card jinx buggies and have managed very successfully to use balloon power to propel them along. The next phase after half term will turn their buggies into land yachts and use sails
- [A flexible approach to learning](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/31/a-flexible-approach-to-learning/) - Half term is always a useful time to reflect on recent initiatives and plan for the future. We firmly believe a child centred approach to teaching and learning is to ensure the best possible individualised outcomes for every pupil. It struck us some time ago that despite our innovative use of digital technology, as with
- [We shall not forget](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/11/07/we-shall-not-forget/) - As we start our week of Remembrance, we are reminded of the many alumni who gave their lives in conflicts around the world to whom we owe such a debt of gratitude. As our school enters its 186th year, we are surrounded by a rich history and tradition but also must look forward and continue
- [Windlesham House announces three exciting initiatives](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/11/20/windlesham-house-announces-three-exciting-initiatives/) - We were delighted to see so many parents at the official launch of our Diploma & Futures Programme, The Windlesham Way (our partnership with parents) and the Environmental Strategy. These three exciting initiatives will all help to ensure that our pupils are enjoying an exciting, creative and academically rigorous curriculum whilst also ensuring that the
- [Half Term Concert](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/10/20/half-term-concert/) - Around 220 music lessons are delivered each week by our fantastic team of instrumental music teachers; the music department is a busy and creative part of the school. Throughout the term there are many different performance opportunities for children to showcase their skills, and one of the schools favourites is the informal concerts, held before
- [2023 Poetry Competition](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/11/08/2023-poetry-competition/) - This year's poetry competition was a roaring success with every child across the entire school participating. Children were encouraged to find a poem they enjoyed and perform it to their class, with each class then recommending 2 to 3 pupils for the grand finals. The final performances involved 51 pupils, reciting and reading poetry from
- [Anti bullying week - make a noise!](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/11/17/anti-bullying-week-make-a-noise/) - We have been discussing anti-bullying as part of the annual nationwide initiative of anti-bullying week. Last week, the whole school was able to get the conversation started with our visiting speaker Julie Wilkinson from Brave the Rage. Julie spent time with all the children discussing what bullying looks like, strategies to help them build their
- [House Song Competition](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/11/16/house-song-competition/) - What better way to start a wet, dreary Thursday morning than to be treated to six very different performances at our house song competition; an event loved by the children and staff. It is wonderful to see all the children willing to get on stage and perform in front of the others; it doesn’t matter
- [Year 2 historians study the Great Fire of London](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/11/27/year-2-historians-study-the-great-fire-of-london/) - Year 2 have become historians this week, learning about ‘The Great Fire of London’. To kickstart the topic, pupils had the opportunity to dress up as some of the key figures of the time and act out the main events in a Fire of London workshop which came with lots of excitement and enthusiasm! Following
- [Creating a culture of respect](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/11/23/creating-a-culture-of-respect/) - Following on from anti-bullying week, Year 5 has been looking at the specific form of racist bullying. The children were able to confidently identify that racism is bullying someone, or a group of people, because of the colour of their skin, their race or their religion. They were also able to explain that even if
- [Years 3 & 4 present 'A Primary School Christmas Musical'](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/12/06/years-3-4-present-a-primary-school-christmas-musical/) - What a way to kick start Christmas! This week, Years 3 & 4 put on their much anticipated 'A Primary School Christmas Musical'. The children performed, as Mr Evans said, 'way beyond their years' performing advanced choreography and characterisation. Ms Wild said it was the best production she has ever been involved in or seen.
- [All things science](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/12/05/all-things-science/) - Year 3 has started their human topic and are busy delving into our organs and the role they play. They had fun identifying the organs and thinking about where they are found in the body. We are pleased to report that they are already more accurate with this! We will be looking at skeletons next!
- [Reception amaze!](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/12/01/reception-amaze/) - The highlight of this week has undoubtedly been the Reception Christmas service on Friday morning telling the story of the Nativity. The chapel was filled with justifiably proud parents watching children deliver their rehearsed lines with enthusiasm and join in with the angelic singing. We are very proud of Reception as this was the first
- [Weekly pastoral theme: forgiveness](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/12/07/weekly-pastoral-theme-forgiveness/) - It can be quite difficult to forgive those who have wronged, embarrassed or hurt us. The temptation is to hold onto it and bear a grudge against them, but can we learn to see past that to forgive them? This week, we have asked the children to question what forgiveness means. They have explored questions
- [An Eco Christmas!](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/12/09/an-eco-christmas/) - Over the last few weeks, the children have been tasked with creating eco-friendly, recycled Christmas tree decorations to adorn our tree for the Findon Christmas tree festival. The pupils got creative when making their decorations and had lots of fun placing them on the tree, whilst hiding the little church mouse which every tree needed
- [Windlesham House Enterprise Fair](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/12/05/windlesham-house-enterprise-fair/) - This year, the introduction of the Windlesham Diploma into the Year 7 timetable, has enabled the children to develop their knowledge and skills around leadership, teamwork and entrepreneurship. Taking on roles of managing director, finance director, marketing director, product development director and sustainability director, the children set up their own companies aimed at selling products
- [Gabriel's Big Break](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/12/08/gabriels-big-break/) - On Thursday afternoon, Years 1 & 2 performed 'Gabriel's Big Break'. Mrs Clarke, who said as nativities go it was 'on another level,' and Mrs Johnstone were so very proud of all the children. Using the drama studio, rather than the theatre as a performance space, demonstrated the staff being 'explorers' and taking risks with
- [A Gothic retreat](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/12/08/a-gothic-retreat/) - Year 8 English pupils were invited to unearth the mystique of Whitby's haunting shores at a Gothic Writing Retreat. Amidst ancient cliffs and echoing whispers, they immersed themselves in the eerie embrace of poetry, the spectral dance of playwriting, and the shadowy art of crafting tales. The pupils had a fantastic first day exploring Whitby.
- [A new year's resolution](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/12/15/new-year-resolution/) - In January as a new year resolution Ben Evans, our headmaster, set a target to teach himself the piano, which has always been an ambition of his. In our last assembly of 2023 Ben performed for the first time ever on a musical instrument in front of an audience. This is what he had to
- [Exploring geography](https://www.windlesham.com/2023/12/21/exploring-geography/) - This half term during their geography lessons, Year 3 has been diving into the fascinating landscapes of the United Kingdom, exploring hills, mountains, and riding the waves of rivers. Whether it is the mighty Thames or the meandering Arun in West Sussex, these young minds are soaking up the knowledge like sponges. Our map skills
- [Creative Arts Day](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/23/creative-arts-day/) - Reception through to Year 8 pupils along with staff were alive with excitement as they teamed up with their houses to plan, execute and create their interpretation of ‘tribes’. The children were ACE learners, creators, and performers. It was wonderful to watch the children push the boundaries; they were physically active with their production of
- [Diploma programme - Year 7 science projects](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/24/diploma-programme-year-7-science-projects/) - Part of our bespoke Diploma and Futures Programme, Year 7 pupils have chosen an area of science that interests them. Currently working on the "experiment" part of their projects, they are planning, researching and conducting investigations in their chosen field. There are many exciting and varied activities from investigating how the number of mentos affects
- [Charterhouse visits Windlesham House](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/19/charterhouse-visits-windlesham-house/) - Today, we welcomed Dr Alex Peterken, Headmaster of Charterhouse, to tour the school and meet our prospective pupils. Pupils from Years 7 & 8 going to Charterhouse were given the opportunity to talk a little about themselves. Four children from Year 6 interviewed Dr Peterken to find out more about his own experiences at school
- [Diploma Dialogues](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/24/diploma-dialogues/) - On Tuesday evening, Year 8 pupils enjoyed the inaugural Diploma Dialogues. A range of presentations, lectures and interactive sessions have been designed and will be presented to enhance the Windlesham Diploma. Rhino Ark was the theme of the presentation in which the children learned about the charity and the impact it is having in Kenya.
- [Big Schools Birdwatch](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/25/big-schools-birdwatch/) - The pupils and staff have fully embraced the Big Schools Birdwatch this year with activities ranging from creative writing to nest building, bird spotting to bird related quizzes. Some classes are sculpting paper birds while others are using the concept of ‘caged vs free’ to develop their writing skills. The RSPB reports that, ‘Generation after
- [Weekly pastoral theme - taking risks](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/25/weekly-pastoral-theme-taking-risks/) - As you may be aware, one of our ACE learning habits challenges the children to be risk takers in their lessons. We want the children to spread their wings and step outside their comfort zones in order to push themselves beyond what their perceived capabilities are. The conversations this week have been about taking responsible
- [Mock scholarship morning](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/25/mock-scholarship-morning/) - Over half of Year 8 have applied for scholarships at their chosen senior schools which is highly impressive and displays the range of talent across the oldest children in the school. Three pupils attended scholarships before Christmas and the rest will take place between now and the end of May. We held a mock scholarship
- [Parent workshop series](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/29/parent-workshop-series/) - This morning we held our first parent workshop centred around our approach to relational practice. Using the Paul Dix method of 'When the adults change, everything changes', we talked about the journey Windlesham House has been on to develop positive relationships as part of our behaviour management strategy. The second part of the workshop included
- [Long weekend concert](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/29/long-weekend-concert/) - As has become tradition, we celebrated the start of the long weekend with a concert in the MFT. We had a huge range of instruments and abilities, ranging from a couple of girls in Year 3 performing their own piano duet right through to not one, but two wonderfully performed Chopin pieces. With music scholarship
- [The sun shines on forest school](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/29/the-sun-shines-on-forest-school/) - After a wintry few weeks of frozen forest floors, finding icicles on branches and warming our hands and toes by the fire, this week has seen the return of marvellous mud at forest school! And as usual, the children have absolutely loved it; digging, squelching, creating mud pies and sliding down slopes. Aside from enjoying
- [Taste tourist](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/25/taste-tourist/) - Voting for food options is part of our taste tourist programme, the pupil voice overwhelmingly voted for a South Korean lunch. It was a great lunch enjoyed by everyone.
- [Amazing animals](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/29/amazing-animals/) - Reception had a very special Amazing Animals visit this week. They were able to observe and handle a snake, a pygmy hedgehog, a bearded dragon, a guinea pig, a baby chinchilla and a tortoise. They were all very brave!
- [A busy start to our co-curricular programme](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/29/a-busy-start-to-our-co-curricular-programme/) - Co-curricular is busy as ever this term ... We have started to process the plastic milk bottle tops using our plastic shredder and will be in a position to start remoulding the plastic chips very soon. The Lego League team is really working hard and has started preparing for upcoming competitions and are making use
- [Continuing to invest in the future](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/29/continuing-to-invest-in-the-future/) - We have a long history as one of the country’s oldest prep schools. Boarding has always been an essential part of the school and continues to flourish today - ensuring a home away from home for over 130 boys and girls. As with all areas of the school, it is so important we continue to
- [Resilience](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/26/resilience/) - The children have been discussing leadership this week. What are the signs of good leadership? What is considered to be bad leadership? Perhaps more importantly, they were asked to consider how they can all be leaders at Windlesham. There are obvious leadership positions across the school for the children to hold, such as those on
- [Diploma Dialogues](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/02/diploma-dialogues-2/) - The Windlesham House Diploma is a unique and bespoke programme for our Years 7 & 8 and is designed to equip pupils with skills and attributes needed to flourish in the future. On Tuesday evening, Year 8 pupils enjoyed the inaugural Diploma Dialogues. A range of presentations, lectures and interactive sessions have been designed and
- [Winchester Science Centre wows!](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/15/winchester-science-centre-wows/) - Year 6 had a fantastic trip to the Winchester Science Centre. They went on an exciting tour of our solar system in the planetarium learning interesting new facts about planets and moons. They loved the rocket workshop in which they were tasked to design aerodynamic rockets showing how they could be propelled the furthest. Some were
- [Maths is a lot of fun!](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/15/maths-is-a-lot-of-fun/) - Algebra can be a scary concept but not at our school. What better way to engage the children than to use a medium they understand - sweets. Year 6 children have been using the Algebra Sweet Shop to understand and practise the skills of simplifying, solving and even expanding brackets. The children have really enjoyed
- [Studying the constellations](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/03/studying-the-constellations/) - Year 1 pupils were superb ambassadors for Windlesham House when they visited the South Downs Planetarium in Chichester this week. There were genuine gasps of awe and wonder as we settled back into our jumbo jet seats in the star dome and gazed up at the projections of outer space on its ceiling. As we studied the
- [Drawing techniques](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/01/drawing-techniques/) - Reception has been working on their pencil drawing and sketching techniques to draw the animals who visited them earlier in the term including snakes, chinchillas, tortoises and hedgehogs. They also used their writing skills to label the drawings. Fantastic work!
- [Just another Wednesday!](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/31/just-another-wednesday/) - The sporting week was dominated by a huge block of 20 matches against Hurst on Wednesday, followed by Years 3 & 4 pupils playing developmental fixtures on Thursday. The girls carried on their sterling work on the netball courts, with the seniors this time having more success than the juniors, the firsts enjoying a 15-9
- [](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/01/29/8369/) - Today we hosted the Southern Area Regional Cross-Country Championships for Years 5 & 6. On a day which saw the best young runners from the surrounding area compete both as individuals and teams, Windlesham House welcomed 450 athletes from 20 different schools across four different races to our hallowed turf. On a glorious day for
- [Inaugural debating challenge](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/06/inaugural-debating-challenge/) - Windlesham House Debating Challenge This week, we hosted a very exciting inaugural Windlesham House Debating Challenge. Year 7 & 8 teams from Portsmouth Grammar School (PGS), Westbourne House, Lancing Hove and Windlesham House went head to head with some excellent debates. The day started with workshops, ‘just a minute’ and mini debates which enabled the
- [Children's mental health week](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/09/childrens-mental-health-week/) - Children’s Mental Health Week took place this week, with the theme of My Voice Matters. In addition to this, on Tuesday, the children were able to explore resources related to Safer Internet Day. This year’s theme encouraged us all to think about 'Inspiring change?, making a difference, managing influence and navigating change online'. Safer Internet
- [Children's mental health week - Gimme 5!](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/07/childrens-mental-health-week-gimme-5/) - In preparation for Thursday's 'Gimme 5' day, Mrs Jenkins led the junior chapel with her good friend Winston, the tortoise. Together they explored positive self-regard and how important it is that we understand our own strengths and good qualities. Negative self-talk can be easy to adopt and repeat. 'Reality testing' with our own inner dialogue
- [FIRST Lego League Challenge](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/08/first-lego-league-challenge/) - Our Years 7 & 8 robotics team travelled to Gatwick on Thursday to compete in this year's FIRST Lego League Challenge. The competition involved three rounds in which their self-built robot tackled challenges on a game mat. Each round was a learning experience and the team steadily improved their score, demonstrating impressive resilience and strategic
- [Online Safety Day](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/09/online-safety-day/) - This week, all children joined the global celebration of Online Safety Day! This year's theme, "Inspiring Change?", encouraged us to reflect on the positive potential of the internet while also discussing the challenges we face online. While online safety is a regular topic in our weekly computing lessons, this special day provided a dedicated space
- [Creative arts](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/09/creative-arts/) - Year 1 visited the pottery room last week and made amazing moon pots. The children used the end of a rolling pin to create craters. They will be glazed white once they have been biscuit fired. Not only are they decorative, they also have a function - holding pencils and pencil sharpeners etc. They could
- [King Tut paintings](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/15/king-tut-paintings/) - Year 3 have enjoyed creating their King Tut paintings using gold acrylic paint and gold leaf. Though it might not be real gold, it certainly looks like it! This artefact contains lapis lazuli (a beautiful blue) and we have an almost paint match. The children have used it in the striped pattern.
- [Seahorse mosaics from the Fishbourne Roman Palace](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/15/seahorse-mosaics-from-the-fishbourne-roman-palace/) - Year 4 have been studying the seahorse mosaic from Fishbourne Roman Palace. Their designs are coming along and they have enjoyed using the table top drawing boards. Fun fact … Did you know that in the Roman times 625BC to AD476 if someone fancied a change of mosaic floor, they would simply mosaic over the
- [Chris Whitty attends science showcase as pupils unveil a diverse array of experiments](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/22/chris-whitty-attends-science-showcase-as-pupils-unveil-a-diverse-array-of-experiments/) - Windlesham House was delighted to welcome the UK Government’s Chief Medical Adviser, Professor Chris Whitty, along with Lancing College, to a special science discovery showcase designed to celebrate the ingenuity and scientific spirit of our Year 7 pupils. Part of the Windlesham Diploma & Futures programme, this year’s cohort are the first to begin the
- [Donating £1,900 to RNLI](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/01/donating-1900-to-rnli/) - Millie, Florrie, Chloe and Eva visited the RNLI Lifeboat station in Shoreham to present them with a cheque for £1900 which was raised by the year 7 Diploma Entrepreneurship projects at the Christmas fair in December. The girls were treated to a tour of the centre, explored inside a lifeboat, investigated the kit room and
- [Microclimates project work](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/02/microclimates-project-work/) - Year 7 brought learning to life this week. As part of the Diploma & Futures programme, pupils were given the opportunity to collect data from the wonderful Windlesham House grounds. Answering the question ‘If we need to provide Mr Hallam with a new bench after a hard day teaching Year 7, where would it go?’
- [Classical civilisation](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/02/29/classical-civilisation/) - Year 7 created beautiful cakes in an attempt to advertise their business during Roman times. Learning that the Romans didn't have TV, electricity, internet, etc. to promote their businesses, they soon worked out that you could promote your business by advertisements on bread and cakes. The year group would have been very successful in the
- [Wonderful trees and glorious mud!](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/02/wonderful-trees-and-glorious-mud/) - Having a whole host of weather thrown at us over the last few weeks, from strong winds to torrential downpours, has only served to increase our creativity at forest school! At times we have made the most of the other wild areas that Windlesham House has to offer: running down hills in the wind pretending
- [Space, astronauts and aliens](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/01/space-astronauts-and-aliens/) - Astronauts and aliens overran the Pre-Prep on Monday morning with Year 1 children enjoying a fabulous Outer Space Day! We relished a visit from a drama specialist who put our little space scientists through their paces at astronaut training school. They had to pass agility tests, show their skills as biologists, geologists and astronomers, as
- [](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/02/8531/) - The final few weeks of the cross-country season are always a busy time. Our senior squads kicked things off, competing in the Ardingly relay where the boys team took home silver medals. Our juniors followed suit the Thursday after on home turf in epically tough weather conditions, all 30 runners acquitting themselves incredibly well. The
- [Swimming gala news](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/01/swimming-gala-news/) - This week, Windlesham House hosted Hurst a Years 5 - 6 friendly swimming gala. It was the usual busy event with lots of swimmers and a great deal of determination. Everyone swam brilliantly with special mentions to: Eliana O - Year 5 - 1st place 50m Front Crawl & 25m Fly, 2nd place 50m Fly
- [Scholarship success](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/06/scholarship-success/) - Many of our Year 6 pupils have been eagerly awaiting news from their chosen senior schools following a busy term of assessments. This week alone, we have received fourteen unconditional offers from Charterhouse, three unconditional offers from Radley College, two unconditional offers from Hurst, seven offers from Wellington College, one from Repton, one from Haileybury
- [An anaphylaxis partnership](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/08/an-anaphylaxis-partnership/) - Anaphylaxis is a serious and life threatening condition, which is why we are so pleased to be partnering with Kitt Medical, a company which works with schools to provide emergency auto-injectors (AIs). This week, our very own Billie-Jo Button, maths class teacher, was on Good Morning Britain to explain the benefits of the system and
- [World Book Day](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/08/world-book-day/) - A glorious day of wonderful characters to celebrate World Book Day!
- [Long weekend music concert](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/08/long-weekend-music-concert/) - We had a lovely concert in the drama studio to celebrate the start of the long weekend. With 30 children sitting their ABRSM grade exams next week this was a great chance to perform without the pressure of an examiner listening, and as well as those performances, it demonstrated the wide range of ability and
- [IAPS swimming qualifiers](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/07/iaps-swimming-qualifiers/) - On Monday Windlesham hosted the IAPS regional swimming qualifiers, which included Copthorne Preparatory School, Hurstpierpoint College Preparatory School, Westbourne House School and Oakwood School. There were around 100 swimmers competing to qualify for the IAPS swimming finals, which will take place on Saturday 8 June at the London aquatics centre. This is the swimming event
- [What is your best part of the week?](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/31/what-is-your-best-part-of-the-week/) - The boys have been asking ‘what has been the best part of their week?’ This question has featured centrally in our discussions around the house and on our new display board. It has been fascinating to see the boarders reflect on their varied experiences across the course of a school week and as is evidenced
- [Comic Relief](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/15/comic-relief/) - This year one of Comic Relief's aims is to help those suffering from food poverty and homelessness. In assembly this morning, Raleigh House raised awareness about the amazing projects that Comic Relief supports. At break time, we challenged the other houses to a special 'golden welly' themed race. Well done to Bader, who won the
- [IAPS Skiing Championships](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/15/iaps-skiing-championships/) - Last week, Mr Farrer and Miss Vallance had the pleasure of taking seven boys to Italy for the IAPS Ski Championships. It is not a competition we have entered before and as a result there was an element of the unknown when the team boarded their flight early on Sunday morning. Once in Milan, a
- [GATE Theatre Trip](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/14/gate-theatre-trip/) - On Monday 11 March, ten drama scholars went to Cranleigh School to enjoy a production on Leonard Bernstein’s ‘West Side Story.’ The children were briefed before the production about the narrative of ‘Romeo and Juliet’ from which ‘West Side Story’ is drawn. They were encouraged to look out for the overall dramatic impact of the
- [Year 6 suppers](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/15/year-6-suppers/) - Year 6 has been extremely busy over the past six weeks, planning and practising for their showcase evening. This week, over three nights, they finally put their culinary skills to the test for their friends and families. The children certainly rose to the challenge and the dishes produced were of superb quality. We had a
- [Eastbourne College Orchestra Day](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/16/eastbourne-college-orchestra-day/) - Ten Year 6 pupils took part in an orchestra day at Eastbourne College. Musicians learnt six pieces which they performed to parents later in the day. After working together, they were split into sections to rehearse. It was great to see the pupils’ taking risks and building confidence. What a great day!
- [British Science Week](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/15/british-science-week/) - The theme for British Science Week this year is time! In form times, the students examined 'oldified' versions of teachers and pondered the intricacies of time's impact on the human body. They tested their own reaction times, saw Mr Sexton work out the time of death of a chicken and delved into the concept of
- [Around the world in 80 days](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/11/around-the-world-in-80-days/) - On Friday 8 March, every child in Years 5 & 6 wowed their audience with their advanced and mature portrayal of ‘Around the World in 80 days.’ Described by Mr Evans as ‘a masterpiece of technical theatre’, the production used ever-changing physical theatre shapes to take the audience of Phileas Fogg’s journey. The cast created
- [PSHE](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/04/08/pshe/) - All of the children this half term have been following the ‘Healthy Me’ topic. Research has proven that children learning accurate information before being exposed to illegal drugs, significantly reduces the chances of a young person taking them. In year 5, the children have looked at the dangers of drinking alcohol and smoking, both tobacco
- [A particularly busy week in the Pre-Prep](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/16/another-particularly-busy-week-in-the-pre-prep/) - It has been another busy week in Reception! The children have been putting a great deal of effort into their writing this week practising their Windlesham pre-cursive letters and describing farm yard scenes using their phonics. In maths, the children learned new games to help develop their subitising, addition and subtraction. At home, games that
- [Hockey 1st team glory!](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/22/hockey-1st-team-glory/) - We have never had a hockey 1st team with an unbeaten season in their regular 40 minute matches (at least in my time here); Played eight, won six, drew two, lost 0, Goals scored 39, conceded 20. They were one place away from the nationals, but then subsequently beat three teams who did make it
- [More swimming success!](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/04/08/more-swimming-success/) - Our very talented Years 5 & 6 boys and girls relay teams competed in the ESSA Sussex Primary Schools' Team Championships in Horsham, bringing back two golds in the girls medley and freestyle relays as well as two silvers in the boys medley and freestyle relays! Congratulations, the following teams have officially qualified for the regional
- [Pre-Prep Spring chapel service](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/03/22/pre-prep-spring-chapel-service/) - We truly were full of the joys of spring in Pre-Prep this week as we proudly performed for parents at our spring chapel. At this stage in the school year the children’s confidence is really shining through and with loud, clear voices, all three classes delivered a superb reflection of the season.
- [IAPS Table Tennis ](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/04/08/iaps-table-tennis/) - What a week for table tennis! On Wednesday, 38 hopefuls came along to the squad trials to select four U11 boys, four U13 boys and four U13 girls. Hopefuls played two games against all the members of their group and with the older sets, the top two went through to the playoffs. It could not
- [Exciting scholarship news!](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/04/08/exciting-scholarship-news/) - We are delighted that at least 40% of our Year 8 pupils have received scholarships from an array of fabulous senior schools. Huge congratulations!
- [Ancient Egyptian Museum](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/04/08/ancient-egyptian-museum/) - What a glorious term it has been! The children have embraced the Egyptian topic and we peaked with dressing up day and the Ancient Egyptian Museum for which the parents and children got busy at home by researching and creating a chosen artefact. The staff in Year 3 and the school community were blown away
- [Windlesham has so much talent](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/04/08/windlesham-has-so-much-talent/) - The eagerly awaited 2024 edition of Windlesham's Got Talent took place on Thursday night, and what a show we had! With 19 brilliant acts with over 80 pupils from every year in the school from Year 1 to Year 8 there was dancing, singing, comedy, rapping, drumming, marimbas and even circus skills on show, and
- [Senior school exhibition provides the perfect opportunity](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/04/18/senior-school-exhibition-provides-the-perfect-opportunity/) - It is never too early to start thinking about senior school options and our senior schools fair is the perfect opportunity to start your exploration of school life beyond Year 8. With over 40 top local and national senior schools in attendance, you will rarely have such a great opportunity to meet heads and registrars
- [Developing School Partnerships 2024](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/06/14/developing-school-partnerships-2024/) - We are thrilled to announce that we have won Education Choice’s Award for Developing School Partnerships 2024. Our school, staff, community and partners, Russell Swim School, Drenched Polo, NFL Flag, NFL Great Britain, have all made this possible with their time and support to our local community providing top up swimming lessons for local primary
- [Diploma Dialogues - What is life like after Windlesham House?](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/04/19/diploma-dialogues-what-is-life-like-after-windlesham-house/) - Our year 8 pupils were given the opportunity to hear from Hughie, who left last year, about what it is like being at senior school and how things differ to life in a prep school. Hughie gave some insightful tips about preparing for the future whilst also cherishing the time here at Windlesham House. Diploma
- [Weekly Pastoral Theme - British Values](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/04/26/weekly-pastoral-theme-british-values-2/) - If asked, would you be able to name the core British Values? This week the children have been reminded about what they are and more importantly how they apply to their individual experience whilst at Windlesham: DEMOCRACY is demonstrated in school when the children contribute to the way the school runs. They do this through the
- [Earth Day](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/04/21/earth-day/) - Spreading the word about how to tackle environmental challenges in a way that makes children feel empowered to make a positive change is central to our environmental plan at Windlesham House. With that in mind, we invited families to join us in enjoying the great outdoors, learning about sustainability and getting the market garden ready
- [Oundle STEM Roadshow](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/04/26/oundle-stem-roadshow/) - Years 5 & 6 were treated to an amazing show of Mathematics by Gordon Montgomery, Deputy Head (Partnerships & Outreach) from Oundle School, presenting the Oundle STEM Roadshow entitled ‘A Series of Explicable Events’. The children were in awe of the ways maths touches every aspect of our daily lives and how we can look
- [RNLI visit Windlesham House](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/04/27/rnli-visit-windlesham-house/) - We were honored to have Andy Morgan BEM come and visit us to give a talk on what the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) do and about water safety. It was a very informative session and we were spoilt by the knowledge and experience Andy brought with him. Some of the children took part in
- [Year 6 GATE trip to Oundle](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/04/29/year-6-gate-trip-to-oundle/) - Drama The children explored the fascinating world of Greek mythology by bringing to life creatures from the Odyssey, under the watchful eye of Mrs Baker, Director of the Stahl Theatre at Oundle. There was some real talent on display as they unleashed their creativity. In the course of the sessions, the children explored how to
- [Saturday Challenge & Diploma](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/04/26/saturday-challenge-diploma/) - The first challenge and diploma sessions on Saturday saw the children take part in a wide range of new activities for the summer term. DT projects began, the Lego Formula One sessions were full of creativity and discussion and the concentration while putting together the beginnings of Airfix models was palpable. Children enjoyed the outside
- [NFL Flag Regional Finals](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/02/nfl-flag-regional-finals/) - Windlesham House junior team The NFL Flag Football Junior Tournament unfolded with excitement and drama as primary schools across Sussex battled for the trophy. The Windlesham Jags emerged as a force to be reckoned with, showcasing their skill and determination throughout the tournament. Game 1: Windlesham vs Joelsfield The Windlesham Jags kicked off their campaign
- [Seplling Bee Nationals](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/03/seplling-bee-nationals/) - Windlesham are off to the Foreign Languages Spelling Bee National Finals at Cambridge University in July. Cindy, Jane and Audrey won the school heats for the spelling bee and have been practising – mainly in their own time - for the Southeast regional final of the spelling bee which took place on 2 May at
- [Royal Navy visits Windlesham House](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/03/royal-navy-visits-windlesham-house/) - We had the privilege of hosting the Royal Naval Divers from Delta Diving Unit 2, based in Portsmouth. Led by Lieutenant Forster, they are part of the elite Diving & Threat Exploitation Group (DTXG). We brought them to school to talk about what they do, how they do it and why they do what they
- [Problem solving Friday](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/03/problem-solving-friday/) - Problem solving Friday is an opportunity to think mathematically. Introducing key problem solving skills to Year 5 has helped them develop as systematic mathematicians. They were faced with a problem that would encourage them to work systematically and find all solutions. This helps develop their conjecture skills and form a convincing argument. Pupils had thoughtful
- [Design Technology Challenge](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/03/design-technology-challenge/) - Year 4 launched themselves into their final challenge of the year; to build a small working catapult that can fire ping pong balls. They tried not to let their enthusiasm hamper their measuring and cutting skills as they knew how crucial accuracy would be to their success. After an encouraging start, they are looking forward
- [Creative Arts](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/03/creative-arts-2/) - We have been extremely busy and creative in the art department with some wonderful projects underway. Year 4 has been working on their cherry tree paintings and learning about Claude Monet and Van Gogh. Year 7 has been developing still life paintings of bottles using construction lines and detailed brush work. Year 8 has enjoyed
- [A great week in the Pre-Prep](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/03/a-great-week-in-the-pre-prep/) - Reception enjoyed our watery themed activities this week. They were digging at the ‘beach’! Our deep sand pit in our Pre-Prep playground was a wonderful place to pretend to be digging by the sea. All sorts of sea creatures were uncovered in the sand as well as many dinosaur bones. Careful brushing of the sand
- [IAPS table tennis](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/03/iaps-table-tennis-2/) - Smash bang wallop – what a show! Or rather Smash! Slice! Spin! But what a show! On Saturday, the inaugural Windlesham House table tennis squads made their way to Edge Grove School near Watford for the IAPS national table tennis championships where 136 pupils from 22 schools were competing. In the boys matches, two groups
- [Family Golf Day](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/10/family-golf-day/) - In a week when golf featured so prominently at school it was very appropriate that we also held the Family Golf Day. There were 50 players and a few spectators, as well as Rob, our golf coach, all enjoying the wonderful Windlesham House grounds. We were treated to bacon rolls and delicious cupcakes thanks to
- [A busy co-curricular life](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/09/a-busy-co-curricular-life/) - The last few weeks have seen many children being very busy in all areas of co curricular life here at Windlesham House. With the drier and brighter weather the riding activity has been able to get out onto the downs for hacks around Cissbury which is a fabulous way to end a Monday. In the
- [Wonderful success in the pool](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/12/wonderful-success-in-the-pool/) - After weeks of early morning training working on strokes, sprints, starts, turns and takeovers, the scene was set for what was to be an exhilarating ESSA South East regional qualifier at the Guildford Spectrum. Our Years 5 & 6 swim squad did not disappoint - in fact, they were amazing! The girls were up first.
- [Athletics success](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/17/athletics-success/) - Last Friday saw our boys compete against over 20 schools at the Hurst team athletics competition. With 30 athletes in 14 different events. Once again levels of experience ranged from 'veteran' performers to complete debutants, with every athlete doing themselves proud. There were too many great performances to list them all, but a special mention
- [Wind in the wickets thanks to classy Clowe](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/17/wind-in-the-wickets-thanks-to-classy-clowe/) - Windlesham 1st XI came back from a ‘half-time’ deficit, to kick-start their cricket season away to Cottesmore on Saturday, on the back of an extraordinary spell of bowling from Harrison. With Wisden worthy figures of three overs, three maidens and three wickets for 0 runs, Harrison had led his team to an improbably comfortable victory
- [Interhouse golf competition](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/17/interhouse-golf-competition/) - The Golf season started in spectacular fashion on a beautiful and sunny afternoon at Seaford College on Tuesday 7 May. Eight of our keen golfers (and Mr Watkins) travelled to Seaford to play in a competitive fixture against Seaford and Westbourne. Each golfer played with real desire in the heat with some fantastic shots and
- [Just another great weekend at Windlesham House](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/17/just-another-great-weekend-at-windlesham-house/) - The sun shone throughout the weekend which lifted everyone’s spirits and the outside spaces came to life with everyone making the most of the glorious weather. Jumpers were shed and sun cream was liberally applied as the grounds rang to the voices of excited children playing a variety of games or sitting quietly reading their
- [Raising money for charity](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/24/raising-money-for-charity/) - The Pre-Prep and older children from Garden Cottage Nursery completed a charity walk on Tuesday morning, in aid of Chestnut Tree House. The children set off in great spirits, paired up with a younger friend or sibling. Happily, the rain held off, allowing us to complete the event successfully and in plenty of time to
- [Butterflies and tadpoles](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/07/03/butterflies-and-tadpoles/) - Year 3 have enjoyed their caterpillars and for the past two weeks, watching and waiting for them to emerge from their chrysalises. We are now butterfly parents for three out of five Painted Lady butterflies. We even managed to catch one emerging during our maths lesson on a time lapse camera. The tadpoles are living
- [The Hub at Windlesham House](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/24/the-hub-at-windlesham-house/) - Another exciting week in the HUB. As Mr Calas, a micro:bit ambassador for 2024, and some of our juniors, were invited to join BBC micro:bit live on their playground survey code along. We even got a shout out! The playground survey is a scheme of work that provides a practical approach to understanding the value of
- [IAPS Sailing](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/24/iaps-sailing/) - We were delighted to enter our first ever sailing team into the IAPS sailing regatta which took place at the Andrew Simpson Sailing Centre in Weymouth. After very early starts both mornings, the girls and boys were amazing! On day one, the girls were sailing in a north westerly wind of 10-12 knots and did
- [Girls cricket tour](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/24/girls-cricket-tour/) - Day 1 The girls were incredibly excited to set off for Oxford on their cricket tour. Equipped with their smart new tour polo shirts, we were ready to hit the road. Spirits were high and some fantastic singing made the two hour journey worth it. Before travelling to St Hugh’s for their first match, the
- [Boys cricket tour](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/05/24/boys-cricket-tour/) - Thursday 16 May Salisbury was the first stop for the colts boys on their three day, four match cricket tour to play the Cathedral School. First, though, we had an hour’s tour around the 800 year old cathedral, a fascinating insight. After the tour, we left through the Bishop’s door which thousands of choristers have passed
- [D-day Celebrations](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/06/07/d-day-celebrations/) - As we begin our week-long commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the 1944 D-Day Landings, it seemed appropriate to take a trip up to our roof to revisit some of our unique WW2 history. With the pupils safely evacuated to the Lake District, Canadian soldiers made Windlesham House their home until 1944 as they prepared
- [Bee Breakfast](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/06/03/bee-breakfast/) - Huge congratulations to William D. He won the Pink Lady Food Photographer of the Year 2024 (Young - 12 and under) for his wonderful photograph ‘Bee’s breakfast’. William collected his trophy from David Loftus (world-renowned photographer and chair of judges) and Andi Oliver (celebrity chef). All the finalist photographs (representing 23 countries) are on display at
- [Windlesham House nominated for top Tatler Schools awards](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/09/19/windlesham-house-nominated-for-top-tatler-schools-awards/) - We are delighted to have been nominated for Prep School of the Year by Tatler Schools. This is a wonderful recognition of the opportunities we provide for children to be creative, courageous, successful and happy.
- [A wonderful Vintage OWLS lunch](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/10/01/a-wonderful-vintage-owls-lunch/) - On Saturday 28 September we welcomed a very special group of OWLS back to the school for our Vintage OWLS lunch. OWLS who had left between 1959 and 1972, some of whom had not been back since they left, returned along with guests, for a delicious three course lunch in Highden. They all had stories
- [Preparing for the future - Windlesham House hosts a careers day for Years 7 & 8](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/10/04/careers-day/) - "Siteng really enjoyed the event and learnt a lot of new things that he couldn’t learn just in classrooms and books. It really broadened his horizon and inspired him exploring the world with a new perspective." Now in its second year, the Diploma & Futures programme is proving to be invaluable to our Year 7
- [Windlesham House named as a top ten UK prep school](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/10/15/9567/) - We are delighted to announce that we have been included in The Schools Index as one of the UK's top ten prep schools. Describing our school with excitement, purpose and energy, Carfax Education goes on to say that 'Windlesham House is a perennial favourite for both local and international families' and 'along with it's academic
- [Winchester College visits Windlesham House](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/11/18/winchester-college-visits-windlesham-house/) - We were fortunate to welcome Andy Shedden, Registrar for Winchester College, back to Windlesham this week. Andy’s characteristically warm and charismatic approach made the morning incredibly valuable, speaking openly about what’s important when choosing any senior school, the application process that can be expected at Winchester College and what school life might look like from
- [An exciting new addition!](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/11/20/an-exciting-new-addition/) - After months of hard work and with thanks to the incredible support of parents and Friends of Windlesham, our new golf simulator room is now up and running. This incredible facility will complement our popular and well-used 9 hole golf course allowing children and families to have individual and group coaching from our own golf
- [Year 8's writing retreat at Robin Hood's Bay - Day 1](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/12/02/year-8s-writing-retreat-at-robin-hoods-bay/) - Day one of our adventure to Robin Hood’s Bay Sunday 1 December 2024 Today was the start of an unforgettable adventure for 17 excited children (and three equally enthusiastic teachers!) as we set off bright and early from Windlesham on our journey to The Old School House in Robin Hood’s Bay. The Journey The minibus buzzed with energy
- [Years 7 & 8 Diploma companies make a huge profit!](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/12/02/years-7-8-diploma-companies-make-a-huge-profit/) - Our Christmas fair on Saturday was one of the best yet. Years 7 & 8 Diploma companies filled the sports hall with their stalls, games and enthusiasm! They worked incredibly hard under the careful guidance our senior deputy head and took on board advice for active selling and visible marketing. In total, they raised a
- [Day 2 of Our Robin Hood’s Bay Adventure](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/12/03/day-2-of-our-robin-hoods-bay-adventure/) - Monday 2 December 2024 Today was a day of inspiration, exploration, and just a little bit of spooky excitement! From the heights of Whitby Abbey to the cozy glow of a fire back at The Old School House, we packed in plenty of unforgettable experiences. Morning: A visit to Whitby We set off after breakfast
- [Visiting Whitby on our third of the Gothic writing retreat](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/12/04/visiting-whitby-on-our-third-of-the-gothic-writing-retreat/) - Tuesday 3 December 2024 Our second visit to Whitby was just as inspiring as the first, with a mix of history, creativity and excitement fuelling a day full of wonder. From the hauntingly beautiful St. Mary’s Church to the bustling streets of Whitby, the children embraced every moment with curiosity and enthusiasm. Morning: St. Mary’s
- [The final day of our adventure](https://www.windlesham.com/2024/12/05/the-final-day-of-our-adventure/) - Wednesday 4 December 2024 As our incredible trip drew to a close, we spent a magical final morning at Whitby Abbey and its fascinating Visitor Centre. The experience tied together everything we’ve learned about Gothic fiction, creativity, and history, leaving us with unforgettable memories and plenty of inspiration for future writing. Morning: Exploring the Abbey
- [A busy autumn term for Windlesham House sport](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/01/06/a-busy-autumn-term-for-windlesham-house-sport/) - Another hugely busy autumn term of sport at Windlesham House draws to a close. In all, there have been over 250 matches, festivals and tournaments to date, spanning 50 different teams. All of our four core team sports for the term have had challenging fixture lists but pupils continue to work hard in training and
- [ISI Inspection Report 2025](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/01/21/isi-inspection-report-2025/) - Last month, Windlesham House underwent an inspection conducted by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). The report highlights the exemplary standards reflected by the school as well as the exceptional quality of care provided to our pupils and educational practices, both inside and outside the classroom environment. We are pleased to announce that we have met
- [Early risers for swimming academy](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/02/06/early-risers-for-swimming-academy/) - Dedication, courage and stamina are just a few words to describe our swimmers who continue to perfect their strokes and times during their early morning swimming academy sessions. The hard work does pay off as our swimmers improve their personal bests in competitions and galas as well as winning a few medals along the way!
- [Author Ross Welford Delights Students with Magic and Imagination](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/02/27/author-ross-welford-delights-students-with-magic-and-imagination/) - Pupils from Years 2 to 8 were treated to an enchanting visit from celebrated children's author Ross Welford this week. The writer, known for his imaginative stories blending science fiction with magic and everyday life, captivated our school community with both his literary insights and surprising magical talents. Welford began his presentation by seemingly proving
- [Diploma & Futures Programme Science Showcase](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/02/26/diploma-futures-programme-science-showcase/) - Having chosen an area of science and their "big question", Year 7 pupils set about finding an answer with research and experimentation, formed conclusions and evaluations. Our Diploma & Futures programme's annual science showcase provided the perfect platform to present and discuss their work. David Dickinson, Head of Science at Charterhouse School, was impressed. "Science
- [Best of the Best](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/03/06/best-of-the-best/) - We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded Best for Innovation by The Week Best of the Best Independent School Awards 2024. We are also a finalist for both Best Country Prep School and Best for Partnerships in Schools. Congratulations to our wonderful and dedicated teachers, staff and community. The Week's best of
- [Chess success!](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/03/10/chess-success/) - Three strong chess teams entered Tuesday’s tournament at Cottesmore. In the ‘A’ team tournament, Windlesham matched Brighton College to finish 1st equal with them. In the ‘B’ team tournament, we were too skilled for any of the other teams! Of the eight participating schools, Windlesham placed 1st overall with 24 points Sidhanth placed 2nd individually,
- [An amazing sporting term!](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/03/17/an-amazing-sporting-term/) - We have had an amazing term of sport! The spring term has seen girls and boys excel during the many prep school matches played on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays whether it is in a competition, tournament, gala, regional, relay, inter-house, qualifier or an inter-house match. Our goal is not to become a school that is
- [Windlesham House celebrates pupil's selection for International Swimming Championship](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/03/21/windlesham-house-celebrates-pupils-selection-for-international-swimming-championship/) - Windlesham House School is proud to announce that one of our talented Year 7 pupils, Eva A, has been selected to represent Nigeria as a development athlete at the 16th Africa Aquatics Junior Swimming Championship. This prestigious event will take place in Cairo, Egypt, from 30 April to 4 May 2025. Eva's selection comes as
- [Windlesham House win LEGO League regional](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/04/01/windlesham-house-win-lego-league-regional/) - We are delighted to share the fantastic news from the Isle of Wight LEGO League regional competition. Following the unforeseen cancellation of the Portsmouth competition, we had the unique opportunity to host the event at our school on Thursday 6 March, with two dedicated judges from the First LEGO League overseeing the proceedings. Our junior
- [Easter eggs for charity](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/04/01/10515/) - Thank you so much to the families who donated an Easter egg for vulnerable families and the homeless in Worthing. The ladies at the Worthing Soup Kitchen on Tarring Road were incredibly appreciative of the 130 eggs- so much so they had tears in their eyes. The ladies told me that because of the generosity
- [Year 4 action-packed team-building day and a sleepover!](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/04/01/year-4-action-packed-team-building-day-and-a-sleepover/) - Year 4 had an action-packed team-building day, filled with fun, friendship, and exciting challenges! The morning had an Ancient Rome theme, starting with a thrilling escape room where our young gladiators had to work together to solve clues and break free from the Colosseum before time ran out. Their problem-solving skills and teamwork were truly put
- [Shop - Cook - Eat](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/04/01/shop-cook-eat/) - During the spring term, Year 8 have embarked on a practical project as part of their lessons for life curriculum - Shop - Cook - Eat. This has involved research into food labelling, nutritional information and undertaking supermarket price comparisons. Pupils have then had the challenge of working to a very tight brief - planning
- [Windlesham House hosts NFL Flag regional qualifiers](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/04/01/windlesham-house-hosts-nfl-flag-regional-qualifiers/) - We recently hosted the regional NFL Flag tournament for the third time and it was certainly the biggest and best yet. 220 players from 22 teams split into three different competitions, enjoying an exciting day of stateside sport on the beautiful fields of Windlesham House. There was plenty to play for with three qualifying positions
- [Year 4 teambuilding and sleepover](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/04/30/year-4-teambuilding-and-sleepover/) - The night before we broke up for the spring holidays, Year 4 had a big sleepover in their classrooms! After a day of action packed teambuilding, filled with fun, friendship and exciting challenges including a thrilling escape room, the children snuggled down content and happy. 'We had the best day ever!'
- [An unforgettable trip to Arundel Wetlands Centre](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/04/30/an-unforgettable-trip-to-arundel-wetlands-centre/) - Our Reception class made a splash as they kicked off their water-themed term with an unforgettable trip to Arundel Wetlands Centre. From waddling like ducklings to pond dipping and spotting nests on a reed bed boat adventure, the children immersed themselves in nature and discovery. What a wonderful way to dive into our learning ahead
- [Windlesham House School to join the Charterhouse family](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/05/06/windlesham-house-school-to-join-the-charterhouse-family/) - Windlesham House School and Charterhouse are delighted to announce that their respective charities will merge, with Windlesham House joining the Charterhouse family of schools on 1 August 2025. Martina Asmar, Chair of Governors at Windlesham House School said: “I am absolutely delighted that Windlesham House will be joining the Charterhouse family of schools from the
- [Windlesham House wins Eastbourne College prep school debate](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/05/23/windlesham-house-wins-eastbourne-college-prep-school-debate/) - Debating at Eastbourne College’s prep school speaking competition, Max, Charlie and Ivo’s topic "Our Windlesham Heroes", remembered our OWLS who died on D Day in WWII. They were inspired following their visit to the landing beaches on the recent French trip. Eastbourne College's 'debater in residence' described the boys’ speech as “ ... having real
- [An inspiring Diploma Dialogue](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/06/04/an-inspiring-diploma-dialogue/) - OWL 2020 Thomas L returned to Windlesham House on Tuesday evening to inspire Years 7 & 8 with a Diploma Dialogue centred around his incredible achievement of running 400km in four days. Thomas spoke of not only physical but also the mental endurance of taking on a challenge like this. Even more so for someone
- [Windlesham House's top up swim programme](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/06/05/windlesham-houses-top-up-swim-programme/) - Windlesham House, in collaboration with Aquatic 2012 CIC, Russell's Swim School and Drenched Mini Water Polo, proudly welcomed six local local primary schools to Windlesham House School for the national top up swimming initiative. In addition, over 50 children from Thomas A Becket School joined the programme for a dedicated week of swimming lessons and
- [Macbeth in the woods](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/06/28/macbeth-in-the-woods/) - Year 7 have been having a wonderfully gruesome time taking on the role of Macbeth. Each child has worked hard to write a first person piece, as Macbeth, recounting the horror of the moment he killed King Duncan. Today, we went up to the forest school to perform our stories in a thoroughly atmospheric way.
- [Little musicians shine](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/06/27/little-musicians-shine/) - The Little Musicians concert is an annual favourite at Windlesham house, and is a chance for our youngest musicians to show what they have been learning in their individual music lessons. There were 15 performers from Years 1 & 2, our highest ever turnout, and it was lovely to see children right at the beginning
- [Windlesham House wins Charterhouse prep schools golf tournament](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/06/26/windlesham-house-wins-charterhouse-prep-schools-golf-tournament/) - Max, George, and Josh represented Windlesham House School at the Charterhouse Prep School Golf Tournament and delivered an impressive performance in hot conditions. With the best two scores per hole counting, all three players contributed consistently throughout the round. Windlesham narrowly beat Aldro by just one point to claim a well-deserved victory.
- [Fear not and give it a go!](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/07/04/fear-not-and-give-it-a-go/) - This week saw us host our annual inter-house swimming galas on Monday for Years 3-7 and the Pre-Prep gala on Tuesday. Unlike the other galas throughout the year, this was open to the whole school to compete and wow – what excellent swimming there was on display! The sports department was so impressed with the
- [Summer musical showcase](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/06/15/summer-musical-showcase/) - The Summer musical showcase was a lovely evening where some of our more advanced musicians were given the opportunity to perform. Here at Windlesham House, we are blessed with very talented children, and some of the performances were astonishing! There was a wonderful array of instruments and genres, ranging from a Handel Allegro on the
- [Tatler features Windlesham House](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/09/10/tatler-features-windlesham-house/) - "The school's strengths lie in the fact that they offer so much opportunity for the children to try new skills and activities,” says a parent. “They also promote an environment in which effort is considered a good thing, rather than deeply uncool.” We are delighted to be featured in the Tatler Schools Guide 2026 and
- [Hockey masterclass at Brighton College](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/09/15/hockey-masterclass-at-brighton-college/) - The Colts A girls hockey team had an incredible experience at Brighton College where they enjoyed a fantastic masterclass. A talented sixth former, who plays for the Great Britain U21 hockey team, generously shared valuable advice, encouragement, and confidence-boosting tips to help the girls enhance their hockey skills.
- [Future leaders](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/09/23/future-leaders/) - Leadership takes on a vibrant meaning when viewed through the eyes of our Year 7 pupils. Part of the enriching lessons for life curriculum (part of the Years 7 & 8 Windlesham Diploma), delves into the expansive world of leadership, uncovering what it truly means to be a leader and identifying the skills and qualities
- [Windlesham House swim squad excels at ESSA national qualifier](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/10/07/windlesham-house-swim-squad-excels-at-essa-national-qualifier/) - On Wednesday, our Years 7 & 8 swim squad travelled to Horsham Pavilions in the Park to compete in the ESSA Secondary Team Relays national qualifier. With a huge number of schools entering throughout the county this year, this qualifier had to be split over two dates. Girls' outstanding performance - First up was the
- [Creativity, courage, respect and fun](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/11/18/creativity-courage-respect-and-fun/) - Windlesham House goes beyond academics to nurture the whole child. The school is a vibrant, inclusive community where boys and girls are encouraged to be kind, caring, intellectually curious, creative and resilient. Pupils are not just taught, they are empowered to discover who they are, take initiative and make meaningful contributions to school life. We
- [2026 Scholarships](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/11/26/2026-scholarships/) - We are delighted to offer 2026 scholarships for Year 3 pupils and above. If your child shows outstanding potential and is eager to make the most of every opportunity, this could be the perfect chance to join our outstanding school. Join us for our scholarship day on 5 February and take the next step toward
- [An inspiring science lecture at Charterhouse](https://www.windlesham.com/2025/12/01/an-inspiring-science-lecture-at-charterhouse/) - Some of our outstanding Year 7 scientists had the wonderful opportunity to attend an inspiring science lecture at Charterhouse School. The session, led by the head of science and his talented technician team, delved into the intriguing chemistry of air. The children were wowed with some amazing demonstrations which educated and amazed them in equal
- [Science success: Year 7 win the Wollaston Competition](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/01/19/science-success-year-7-win-the-wollaston-competition/) - On 15 January, three of our standout Year 7 pupils represented Windlesham House at the Wollaston competition held at Charterhouse. Competing against ten schools from across Sussex and Surrey, our team demonstrated exceptional skill, grit and scientific curiosity. The challenges The competition pushed students to apply their classroom knowledge to rigorous practical scenarios: Chemistry (joint
- [Working towards an international recognised qualification](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/02/06/working-towards-an-international-recognised-qualification/) - Our Saturday enrichment programme continues to offer an impressive range of opportunities for both our day and boarding pupils. One of the most exciting pathways this term is the chance to work towards a PADI qualification. After completing hours of online study, the pupils have now taken their first practical steps, beginning their training in
- [Designing jumpers for mental health](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/02/09/designing-jumpers-for-mental-health/) - Year 3 have designed their own jumpers to support YoungMinds. The children discussed what they could say or do to help a friend who was feeling sad or upset and how kind words can make a difference. They shared supportive phrases with a partner and used these ideas to inspire their jumper designs, reminding us that
- [Scholarship success!](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/02/10/scholarship-success-2/) - We are incredibly proud of three Windlesham House pupils who have been recognised for their exceptional talent and dedication. Lance has been awarded a music exhibition to Winchester College. His commitment and passion for music over the past three years have been outstanding, and we know he will continue to thrive in this next chapter.
- [Windlesham House triumphs at the 47th annual Cottesmore Chess Tournament](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/02/26/windlesham-house-triumphs-at-the-47th-annual-cottesmore-chess-tournament/) - Windlesham House won the 47th Annual Cottesmore Chess Tournament for the third time in four years (one of those being first equal) by just a single point as Sidhanth P went unbeaten, Savva made an encouraging debut for the school chess team and Siteng C recovered well after a couple of early losses to win
- [Award‑winning children’s author workshop with Stephen Davies](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/02/26/fantastic-workshop-with-award-winning-childrens-author-stephen-davies/) - Years 3 & Year 4 enjoyed a fantastic workshop this week with award‑winning children’s author, Stephen Davies. He transported the children into the world of the Ancient Egyptians while introducing his novel The Egyptian Sleepover. Stephen explained how real experiences—such as travelling and visiting museums—inspire great story ideas. The children were full of enthusiasm, asking
- [Welcoming Simon Fox, author of the action packed thriller Avalanche](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/02/26/simon-fox/) - We were delighted to welcome Simon Fox, author of the action‑packed thriller Avalanche, for a brilliant author visit that had pupils gripped from start to finish. Simon shared the exciting inspiration behind his book following 12‑year‑old Tom, whose quiet holiday in a remote ski cottage takes a dramatic turn when terrorists break in to steal
- [Sophie McKenzie inspires Year 8](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/02/26/sophie-mckenzie-inspires-year-8/) - Year 8 were delighted to welcome Sophie McKenzie, author of the Girl, Missing series. She spoke about her journey from journalist to author and shared valuable insights into the writing process. One of her key messages was the importance of tenacity: read widely, read what you love, and when it comes to writing, keep going
- [A spine‑tingling morning with S.J. Willis!](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/02/26/a-spine-tingling-morning-with-s-j-willis/) - We were thrilled to welcome S.J. Willis, author of the gripping Bite Risk series, for an unforgettable visit that kept pupils on the edge of their seats. Sophie captivated the audience as she revealed the inspiration behind her werewolf thriller and explored the intriguing question that drives much of her writing: just how strange can
- [Year 7 Discover Science Showcase](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/02/18/year-7-discover-science-showcase/) - Year 7 has enjoyed an exceptionally busy and exciting term, carrying out their very own independent science investigations. In January, pupils were challenged to develop their own ‘Big Question’, which they researched before planning, designing, and conducting an experiment to test their ideas. The result was a wonderfully diverse range of scientific enquiry, featuring everything
- [IAPS regional round – A sensational day at King Edward's School](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/03/04/iaps-regional-round-a-sensational-day-at-king-edwards-school/) - Monday 2 March 2026 will be remembered as a remarkable day of netball as the IAPS regional round took place at King Edward’s. With the sun shining overhead and a place at the national finals up for grabs, there was a real buzz in the air. With 20 teams competing and only the top three qualifying,
- [Windlesham House crowned IAPS Basketball national champions!](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/03/16/windlesham-house-crowned-iaps-basketball-national-champions/) - Windlesham House delivered a stunning performance at the IAPS basketball finals on Saturday, emerging as national champions against all odds. As one of the smallest teams in the competition, the squad showed extraordinary heart and determination, with relentless, tigerish defending led brilliantly by Jack. The standout of the tournament was Alejandra, who lit up the
- [Celebrating more fantastic scholarship success!](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/03/16/celebrating-more-fantastic-scholarship-success/) - We are thrilled to share another round of outstanding achievements from our pupils. David has been awarded an academic scholarship to Oundle School, recognising his exceptional strengths in science, maths and computing. His dedication and hard work across all academic papers have truly paid off, an incredible accomplishment! Sidhanth has secured a chess scholarship to Brighton College. As
- [Windlesham House announces new head](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/03/26/windlesham-house-announces-new-head/) - We are delighted to announce the appointment of Mrs Sophie Baber as the new Head of Windlesham House, effective 1 September. Sophie is an accomplished and highly experienced Headteacher, having previously led three independent schools: Brookham, the thriving Pre-Prep at Highfield in Hampshire, Salisbury Cathedral School and, most recently, Longacre School in Surrey. Her leadership across
- [The Windlesham Bowl at University of Chichester](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/03/31/the-windlesham-bowl-at-university-of-chichester/) - Following the success of our 2025 Windlesham Bowl NFL Flag for Schools American football tournament, we were delighted to host another hugely successful and well‑attended event, welcoming 18 local primary and secondary schools. With the continued expansion of the programme, we welcomed both the U11 mixed and U13 mixed (all‑inclusive) teams on Monday 23 March
- [Windlesham House named Prep School of the Year 2026 – South East England](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/04/23/windlesham-house-named-prep-school-of-the-year-2026-south-east-england/) - Windlesham House School is delighted to announce that it has been awarded Prep School of the Year 2026 - South East England by LUXlife Magazine as part of its prestigious Private Education Awards. The accolade recognises Windlesham House’s commitment to excellence in education, pastoral care and boarding life. The LUXlife Private Education Awards celebrate schools
- [Discover top senior schools in one place](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/05/06/discover-senior-schools-in-one-place/) - On Saturday 16 May, our Senior Schools Exhibition will take place between 10.00am and 12.00pm. Over 40 prominent schools from across the UK will be represented on the day and all are bringing senior representatives; heads, deputy heads registrars and directors of admissions. It is rare to have so many schools together at one time
- [The power of co-education at Windlesham House](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/05/28/the-power-of-co-education-at-windlesham-house/) - Co-education is woven into the very fabric of who we are. As one of the oldest prep schools in the country, we are proud of our rich heritage but equally committed to preparing children for the world they will inherit. We believe that learning and growing together creates a richer, more authentic educational experience and
- [Windlesham Rocks 2026 hits all the right notes](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/05/28/windlesham-rocks-2026-hits-all-the-right-notes/) - This year, Windlesham Rocks set out to be bigger and better than ever before and judging by the immensely long set list beforehand, it was certainly going to be bigger (and longer!). With an incredible depth of musical talent on show throughout the evening, the evening was a triumph. From The Night Howlers, a band
- [Tatler Schools Guide 2026 Awards](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/05/28/tatler-schools-guide-2026-awards/) - We are delighted to be featured in the Tatler Schools Guide 2026 Awards. At Windlesham House, every child is known, valued and encouraged to shine, whether in the classroom, on the stage, on the sports field or beyond. If Windlesham House has been part of your story, please take a moment to vote and share what makes
- [We are delighted to share some exciting news!](https://www.windlesham.com/2026/06/05/we-are-delighted-to-share-some-exciting-news/) - Windlesham House has been selected as a finalist in the Education Choices Awards 2026, a highly regarded publication celebrating excellence in education. We have been shortlisted in three categories. Developing School Partnerships Our entry highlighted the many ways Windlesham House works with the wider community, including our swimming programme, which helps children from local schools

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- [Welcome to Windlesham House](https://www.windlesham.com/) - We are proud of our rich heritage and tradition (as the oldest prep school in the country) whilst embracing innovation and change to ensure that we are preparing our pupils to be successful, high achieving and accomplished young people.
- [Pre-prep wrap around care](https://www.windlesham.com/pre-prep/pre-prep-wrap-around-care/) - Flexible childcare from 7.15am to 6.30pmWe understand that modern family life requires flexibility.
- [Term dates & calendar](https://www.windlesham.com/school-life/term-dates-calendar/) - Our academic calendar is carefully planned to balance learning time with rest periods, ensuring pupils remain engaged and refreshed throughout the year.
- [Our staff](https://www.windlesham.com/about-us/our-staff/) - At Windlesham House, our staff are our greatest asset. We have assembled a team of passionate, experienced professionals who are dedicated to bringing out the best in every child.
- [Apply now](https://www.windlesham.com/admissions/apply-now/) - How do I register my child for Windlesham House? We are delighted that you are ready to register your child for Windlesham House School.
- [Fees](https://www.windlesham.com/admissions/fees/) - What do Windlesham House fees include? Windlesham House has much to offer and is included in our fees.
- [Open days and visits](https://www.windlesham.com/admissions/open-days-and-visits/) - Why should I visit Windlesham House? There is no substitute for experiencing Windlesham House in person.
- [Academic excellence](https://www.windlesham.com/prep/academic-excellence/) - Academic excellence at Windlesham House means every pupil achieving their personal best.
- [Scholarships and bursaries](https://www.windlesham.com/admissions/scholarships-and-bursaries/) - Windlesham House is proud to offer a range of scholarships for pupils entering the prep school.
- [EAL immersive short stays](https://www.windlesham.com/admissions/eal-immersive-short-stays/) - Windlesham House offers EAL immersive short stay programmes that allow pupils to experience authentic British prep school life.
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- [Admissions](https://www.windlesham.com/admissions/) - How can I apply to Windlesham House School? We are delighted that you are considering Windlesham House for your child's education.
- [International admissions](https://www.windlesham.com/admissions/international-admissions/) - Why do international families choose Windlesham House? We have a rich tradition of boarding and academic achievement.
- [About us](https://www.windlesham.com/about-us/) - When you walk through the gates of Windlesham House, you will notice something different straight away. There is a real sense of joy here.
- [Governance](https://www.windlesham.com/about-us/governance/) - How is Windlesham House School governed? Windlesham House is part of the Charterhouse family of schools (registered charity 312054).
- [Charterhouse family of schools](https://www.windlesham.com/about-us/charterhouse-family-of-schools/) - What is the Charterhouse family of schools? Windlesham House is part of the Charterhouse family of schools (registered charity 312054).
- [Our facilities](https://www.windlesham.com/about-us/our-facilities/) - What facilities are available for children on campus? At Windlesham House, everything a child needs to learn, play and thrive is available on our 70 acre estate.
- [Our history](https://www.windlesham.com/about-us/our-history/) - Windlesham House School is nestled in the heart of the South Downs National Park in West Sussex, just over an hour from London.
- [Our values](https://www.windlesham.com/about-us/our-values/) - Which values guide life at Windlesham House? At Windlesham House School, our values are the foundation of everything we do.
- [Learning enrichment](https://www.windlesham.com/prep/learning-enrichment/) - Our learning enrichment department ensures that every pupil, regardless of their learning profile, can access the curriculum and thrive at Windlesham House.
- [Safeguarding](https://www.windlesham.com/school-life/safeguarding/) - What is our safeguarding commitment? The safety and welfare of our pupils is our paramount concern.
- [Read Write Inc. Phonics](https://www.windlesham.com/pre-prep/pre-prep-curriculum/rwi-phonics/) - Confident readers become confident learners. Here at Windlesham, we are proud to teach phonics and early reading using the Read Write Inc. (RWI) programme. This carefully structured approach helps children build reading confidence, independence and fluency from the very start, equipping them with the skills they need to become lifelong readers who love reading for
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- [FAQs](https://www.windlesham.com/admissions/faqs/) - Common questions about Windlesham House admissions. We understand that choosing a school is one of the most important decisions you will make for your child.
- [Head's welcome](https://www.windlesham.com/about-us/heads-welcome/) - At Windlesham House School, we are proud of our rich heritage and tradition as the oldest prep school in the country.
- [Terms and conditions](https://www.windlesham.com/terms-and-conditions/) - Please find the terms and conditions for Windlesham School here.
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- [Wellbeing](https://www.windlesham.com/school-life/wellbeing/) - At Windlesham House, wellbeing is not an add-on but a fundamental part of everything we do.
- [Travel](https://www.windlesham.com/school-life/travel/) - Windlesham House is conveniently located in West Sussex with excellent transport connections.
- [Sport](https://www.windlesham.com/school-life/sport/) - Excellence through participation, enjoyment, and achievement.Sport is a vital part of life at Windlesham House.
- [Performing arts](https://www.windlesham.com/school-life/performing-arts/) - The performing arts are central to life at Windlesham House, providing opportunities for creative expression, confidence building, and pure joy.
- [Medical centre](https://www.windlesham.com/school-life/medical-centre/) - Professional healthcare on siteThe health and wellbeing of our pupils is paramount.
- [Library](https://www.windlesham.com/school-life/library/) - Our library is the heart of learning at Windlesham House, a warm and welcoming space where pupils discover the joy of reading, develop research skills and explore new worlds through books.
- [Houses](https://www.windlesham.com/school-life/houses/) - The house system is central to life at Windlesham House, creating smaller communities within our school where pupils develop loyalty, teamwork and leadership.
- [Food](https://www.windlesham.com/school-life/food/) - Delicious, nutritious meals every day. Good food is fundamental to children's health, growth, and ability to learn.
- [Community](https://www.windlesham.com/school-life/community/) - At Windlesham House, we believe education extends beyond academics and personal achievement to encompass social responsibility, empathy, and active citizenship.
- [Co-curricular](https://www.windlesham.com/school-life/co-curricular/) - Our co-curricular programme is an integral part of the Windlesham House experience, recognized by ISI inspectors as a "significant strength" in December 2024.
- [School life](https://www.windlesham.com/school-life/) - A day at Windlesham House looks different from most schools and that is entirely intentional.
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.windlesham.com/privacy-policy/) - Welcome to Windlesham House School's privacy notice.
- [Years 7 & 8 diploma programme](https://www.windlesham.com/prep/years-7-8-diploma-programme/) - The Windlesham House Diploma Programme is our distinctive offering for Years 7 & 8, providing breadth and depth beyond the standard curriculum.
- [Prep wrap around care](https://www.windlesham.com/prep/prep-wrap-around-care/) - Our wrap-around care provision supports families who need flexible childcare before or after the school day.
- [Prep curriculum](https://www.windlesham.com/prep/prep-curriculum/) - Comprehensive academic programme for Years 3 - 8Our curriculum is creative, engaging, and accessible.
- [Prep co-curricular](https://www.windlesham.com/prep/prep-co-curricular/) - Over 120 activities beyond the classroom. Co-curricular activities are central to life at Windlesham House.
- [EAL (English as an Additional Language)](https://www.windlesham.com/prep/eal-english-as-an-additional-language/) - Supporting international pupils to thrive. Windlesham House welcomes pupils from around the world.
- [Prep](https://www.windlesham.com/prep/) - Windlesham House is where academic excellence meets adventure, creativity and character development.
- [Pre-prep curriculum](https://www.windlesham.com/pre-prep/pre-prep-curriculum/) - Outstanding provision from Reception to Year 2. Children are immersed in rich, dynamic learning experiences every day.
- [Pre-prep co-curricular](https://www.windlesham.com/pre-prep/pre-prep-co-curricular/) - Our Pre-Prep children enjoy an outstanding range of co-curricular activities that develop new skills, build confidence and create lasting friendships.
- [Pre-prep](https://www.windlesham.com/pre-prep/) - At Windlesham House Pre-Prep, children bounce into school excited to learn, inspired to explore, and empowered to be themselves.
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- [Local information](https://www.windlesham.com/contact/local-information/) - Windlesham House School is ideally located in the heart of the South Downs National Park, surrounded by picturesque villages, historic attractions and beautiful countryside.
- [Lettings](https://www.windlesham.com/contact/lettings/) - Outstanding facilities in a stunning South Downs location, Windlesham House School's exceptional facilities are available for hire throughout the year.
- [Contact](https://www.windlesham.com/contact/) - For more information, please contact us here today.
- [Weekends](https://www.windlesham.com/boarding/weekends/) - Weekends at Windlesham House are far from dull. With over 60 pupils typically staying each weekend, there is always something happening, someone to play with, and adventures to be had.
- [International boarding](https://www.windlesham.com/boarding/international-boarding/) - A global community in the heart of Sussex, Windlesham House welcomes pupils from around the world.
- [Boarding accommodation](https://www.windlesham.com/boarding/boarding-accommodation/) - Our boarding houses provide comfortable, homely environments where pupils feel safe, happy, and at home.
- [Boarding](https://www.windlesham.com/boarding/) - A home from home where friendships flourish. Boarding at Windlesham House is homely, fun and supportive.
- [School policies](https://www.windlesham.com/about-us/school-policies/) - To view our policies and procedures, please click on the links below.
- [OWLS](https://www.windlesham.com/about-us/owls/) - What is the OWLS community? OWLS (Old Windleshamians) is our thriving alumni community, connecting former pupils across generations and geographies.
- [Leavers destinations](https://www.windlesham.com/about-us/leavers-destinations/) - At Windlesham House, we are immensely proud of our pupils' achievements in securing places at their chosen senior schools.
- [Inspection reports](https://www.windlesham.com/about-us/inspection-reports/) - Please read our latest ISI reports.

## Vacancies

- [Key Stage 1 Teacher - Maternity cover](https://www.windlesham.com/vacancies/key-stage-1-teacher-maternity-cover/) - This is an exciting opportunity for a talented educator to inspire young learners through the delivery of a broad and engaging curriculum. At Windlesham House, our mission is to provide a stimulating, supportive and safe environment where every child is encouraged to flourish. We strive to develop confident, independent learners who embrace challenge, take intellectual

## Staff

- [Kwaku Awuku-Asabre](https://www.windlesham.com/staff/kwaku-awuku-asabre/) - Kwaku is a barrister at Matrix Chambers, London. He is an Old Carthusian who studied economics and philosophy at LSE. Before pursuing a career in the law, Kwaku worked in London as a fixed income analyst at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. Outside court Kwaku has undertaken disclosure work for the government legal department in
- [Durell Barnes](https://www.windlesham.com/staff/durell-barnes/) - Durrell is the head of governance and compliance at RSAcademics. He is an Old Carthusian and alumnus of the University of Oxford. Durell sits on the Nominations and governance committee, Edgeborough School committee, Windlesham House School committee and is chair of the education committee.
- [Mark Bishop](https://www.windlesham.com/staff/mark-bishop/)

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