WINCHESTER COLLEGE

Catalyst By Winchester College

Developing Curious Minds

Winchester College’s history of nurturing curious, ambitious minds and fostering academic excellence is well established. The College was founded more than 600 years ago by William of Wykeham, who rose from modest origins to become Bishop of Winchester and Chancellor of England. The school is defined by its motto, Manners Makyth Man, which has a surprisingly modern spirit. Its sentiment is that we should be measured not by birth but by our personal qualities, a surprisingly meritocratic sentiment for a school that was founded in 1382.

Following this ethos, CATALYST by Winchester College offers global, digital enrichment programmes for curious, ambitious 13-18 year-olds. The one or two-week programmes are designed to expand the reach of Winchester College to a global audience of ambitious students seeking new and exciting ways to enhance their education and personal development.

CATALYST tackles a significant question: how should we teach our students to think? CATALYST students engage in discussion and debate while embracing learning, unconstrained by exams or a tightly defined curriculum. Alongside expert educators and leaders, students explore university-level topics that span technology, climate science, culture, industry, philosophy and ethics while building the critical skills for success in school, university and beyond.

Programmes run during the Easter and Summer holidays and are delivered digitally using a state-of-the-art learning platform: interactive, fun, and most importantly - not ‘zoom school’. Digitalfirst means students can take part from anywhere in the world and learn together as an authentically global cohort.

According to Justin Pinnells, CATALYST’s Academic Director,

“Programmes offer a unique blend of tried and tested educational pedagogy and innovative technology and teaching modalities. A standout experience aimed at helping students thrive in a rapidly changing world.”