Letter from the Head
Dear Parents/Guardians,
As another busy and rewarding academic year draws to a close, this edition of The Warwickian provides a fitting celebration of all that makes Warwick School such a vibrant, ambitious and caring community. Looking through these pages, I am struck once again by the extraordinary breadth of opportunities our pupils embrace and the remarkable achievements they continue to realise.
This term has been characterised by creativity, scholarship and adventure. We have celebrated success in the arts, from two Warwick pupils securing places with the prestigious National Youth Theatre to the outstanding work showcased at our Art Gala and The Arts Festival. Across music, drama and art, our pupils have demonstrated not only talent and dedication, but also a willingness to take risks, perform with confidence and share their gifts with others.
Academic excellence remains at the heart of all we do. This edition highlights achievements ranging from Chemistry Olympiad and national translation prize success to impressive performances in competitions, lectures and enrichment programmes beyond the classroom. Whether through the Extended Project Qualification, our thriving English competitions, or the intellectual challenge offered by our Encounters programme, boys continue to demonstrate the curiosity and love of learning that we
While trophies and victories are always pleasing, what matters just as much is the perseverance, teamwork and sportsmanship that underpin these accomplishments.”
seek to nurture at Warwick.
Sport has once again provided many moments of pride. From national success in hockey and outstanding performances in athletics, tennis and fencing, to achievements in swimming, chess and cricket, pupils have represented the school with distinction. While trophies and victories are always pleasing, what matters just as much is the perseverance, teamwork and sportsmanship that underpin these accomplishments.
Beyond the classroom, pupils have continued to broaden their horizons through a remarkable range of experiences.
The Finland expeditions provided opportunities for challenge, perseverance and personal growth, while our charitable and community initiatives demonstrated a deep commitment to serving others.
I was particularly pleased to see the
enthusiasm with which pupils embraced the Foundation’s Igniting Futures Giving Day and the Year 7 Charity Sleep Out, reminding us that education is not simply about individual success but about making a positive difference to the wider community.
This edition also reflects our growing engagement with some of the defining questions of our age. Our AI conference encouraged pupils to think critically about the opportunities and challenges presented by emerging technologies. As a school of character, we remain committed to ensuring that young people develop not only the knowledge and skills needed for the future, but also the wisdom and judgement to use them responsibly.
Above all, these pages celebrate our pupils. They are the ones who bring energy to rehearsals, determination to training sessions, curiosity to the classroom and kindness to our community. Their achievements are only possible because of the support of dedicated staff, engaged parents and a wider school community that shares a common belief in the transformative power of education.
I hope you enjoy reading this edition of The Warwickian. It offers a wonderful snapshot of a term rich in opportunity, achievement and character. As we head into the summer break, I would like to thank all those who have contributed to the life of the school and wish every member of our community a restful and enjoyable holiday. James Barker
At a glance
A selection of this term’s news and stories in one place
National Youth Theatre success for two Warwick pupils
We are delighted to announce that two Warwick boys, Raul and Angelo, have been successful in securing places at the prestigious National Youth Theatre. Each year, over 6,000 young people aged 11–25 apply for places to join the National Youth Theatre in the UK. Very few are awarded a place and the chance to attend one of the summer courses offered by the organisation. For two of those successful candidates to come from Warwick School is a remarkable accomplishment.
The National Youth Theatre is one of the UK’s most respected youth arts organisations and has been a launchpad for countless careers in stage and screen. Its alumni include household names such as Daniel Craig, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Dame Emma Thompson, Daniel Day-Lewis, Orlando Bloom, Ben Kingsley, Matt Lucas, Hugh Bonneville and many more. Students accepted into the NYT gain access to industry-level training, high-profile performance opportunities, and an influential professional network.
As part of the audition process, students participated in dynamic theatre workshops and performed individually prepared monologues. The experience offered valuable insight into the expectations of the professional industry. Both Raul and Angelo have already made impressive contributions to drama at Warwick School and the department is thrilled that they have been successful. This achievement will no doubt inspire them to progress to even greater heights as actors in the future, both at school and beyond.
Fantastic Foundation ski tasters
Following the successful development of Warwick Schools Foundation Ski Racing over the past few years, we recently offered some taster sessions to encourage more pupils to give skiing and ski racing a go. Using our home base of Swadlincote Snowsports Centre, sessions took place on 19 April and 10 May.
Demand far exceeded expectations, with nearly 50 (Year 5-7) pupils from across the Foundation attending over the two sessions. With those who can already ski gaining a taste of basic ski racing, and many pupils hitting the beginner slopes to learn to ski for the first time, the sessions proved a great success.
Several of the beginners are aiming to prepare before going on school ski trips next winter and this training hopefully will provide them with the basic skills for when they reach the snow. A number of pupils who have skied before have the potential to join our existing race teams, which should result in a stronger Foundation presence at forthcoming Regional and National Schools Ski Races.
We hope to be able to offer more sessions for all in the very near future.
A feast of musical excellence
On Monday 20 April, parents and visitors alike were treated to a feast of musical excellence. Four complete concerti were performed by soloists from the Upper Sixth, accompanied by pupils from across the Warwick Schools Foundation and staff. The event was made even more special by the fact that the pupils performed alongside many of their music teachers, whom they have practised with for many years.
The programme included music by Bach (Brandenberg Concerto No.4 in G Major), Hummel (Trumpet Concerto in E Flat Major), Mozart (Violin Concerto No.3 in G Major) and Vivaldi (Double Cello Concerto
in G Minor), showcasing the depth and breadth of musical talent at Warwick School and within the Foundation.
The sixth formers who performed have had to manage both their musical and academic commitments over the past two years, with many of the musicians within the Sixth Form having received offers at prestigious academic institutions including Imperial, Durham and Bristol. In addition, many musicians have decided to take their musical interest further by applying to conservatoires and have received offers from the Royal Academy of Music, the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and the Royal Northern College of Music.
Chapel Choir welcomes King’s Singer
On Thursday 11 June, we were delighted to welcome Old Warwickian and King’s Singer, Ed Button, back to campus to lead an inspiring workshop with our Chapel Choir.
Ed will be working with both Warwick and King’s High School on two pieces that the combined choirs will perform with The King’s Singers at their charity gala concert in Warwick Hall this September.
As a member of the foremost male a capella vocal ensemble in the world, this was a hugely exciting opportunity for our singers and gave them a real chance to learn about ensemble skills and vocal blend from someone at the top of his game - who also used to be a member of the same ensemble they currently sing in at school. Taking place at Warwick Hall at Warwick School, the concert will be an unforgettable evening featuring a beautiful programme of music spanning classical, folk, jazz and contemporary favourites. Visit bridgehousetheatre.co.uk for more information and tickets.
Bromsgrove Young Musicians’ Platform success
Alexander (Year 9) took part as a flautist in the senior category (ages 14-18) of the Bromsgrove Young Musician’s Platform, a yearly event renowned for its exceptionally high calibre of participants.
Having only turned 14 in late January, Alex was the youngest competitor in his section and he gave an outstanding performance of the French female composer, Cécile Chaminade’s, wonderful Concertino for Flute and Piano. With a pre-selection round whittling entrants down to around 50 for the first round live audition and then only four musicians being chosen to contest the grand final, Alex was delighted to be awarded the only Highly Commended certificate in the senior age category, effectively placing him fifth overall. This is an exceptional achievement and thoroughly well-deserved as recognition for his mature and sophisticated musicianship. Congratulations Alex! A special mention also goes to Max (Year 7) who performed beautifully in the Junior age category.
Year 9 golf competition
On Thursday 7 May, a group of Year 9 boys played Stratford Oaks in a Stapleford competition. Many of these boys have been playing golf at school since they were in Year 5, and this event marked an important step as they progress into representing school teams.
The weather and conditions were
Chemistry Olympiad success
On Wednesday 28 January, 22 students from the Lower and Upper Sixth sat the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Olympiad paper, a highly challenging 2-hour paper on material well beyond the A Level syllabus.
We are delighted to share that four students received a Bronze award and twelve students received a Silver award. An impressive six students were also awarded a Gold award. This represented 27% of those who entered from Warwick School, whereas out of the approximately 17,000 students from the UK who entered, only 8.5% were awarded a Gold. Particularly impressive
perfect, and the boys thoroughly enjoyed their afternoon. Sam finished as overall winner with a score of 41, followed by Harvey in second place with 32 and Louis in third with 30.
There was no winner in the ‘nearest pin competition’ as no player managed to hit the green. A reminder of just how challenging golf can be!
were the two Lower Sixth students who achieved this.
Gold awards go to: Jasper, Adrian, Kaiser, Aaden, Anskar, Charlie
Huge congratulations to all those who took part – we are very proud of you all.
From concert hall to classroom: Warwick boys bring music to life!
In April, our music department was proud to take two outstanding student-led ensembles into local primary schools, delivering lively and inspiring musical assemblies that showcased both talent and leadership.
On Wednesday 15 April, the Danylko Quartet visited Westgate Primary School, performing a varied and engaging programme including Jurassic Park, a Haydn Minuet, and Shotgun. Alongside their performance, the boys confidently introduced their instruments and spoke about their musical journeys, offering pupils a valuable insight into life as a young musician. With all Year 3 pupils at Westgate currently learning the violin, a live string quartet proved to be the perfect way to bring their studies to life. A particular highlight was the opportunity for Westgate pupils to join in. Students performed on the violin, accompanied by the quartet in a creative and improvisatory piece. This was a truly inclusive and memorable moment that captivated everyone involved. We extend our thanks to the boys for their professionalism and enthusiasm, and to Mrs Worthington (Visiting Music Teacher Violin) for her leadership of the ensemble. Feedback from Westgate was overwhelmingly positive, with staff and pupils alike inspired by the experience.
Grieg’s Morning Mood, and Viva La Vida by Coldplay, all of which were met with an enthusiastic and animated response from the audience.
One Year 4 pupil commented, “They were amazing. I would love to be able to play like that,” while a younger student asked, “Do we have a viola that I could play?” A testament to the curiosity and excitement sparked by the visit.
Later in the week, on Friday 17 April, our Senior Clarinet Ensemble visited Evergreen School. Their programme featured Super Mario – Main Theme,
The boys once again demonstrated excellent communication skills, introducing the different types of clarinets through engaging presentations and live demonstrations. Pupils at Evergreen were then given the opportunity to try the instruments themselves, supported and encouraged by our students. An experience that proved to be both joyful and empowering. Our thanks go to the performers, as well as to Mr Clarke-Butler (Head of Woodwind) and Miss Lacey (Graduate Music Assistant) for their expert guidance and support.
Evergreen staff highlighted just how meaningful the visit was, particularly in providing accessible and engaging live music in a familiar and safe environment. The opportunity for pupils
to actively participate, supported by the encouragement of our students, was described as a “beautiful” moment and a clear highlight of the session. These visits exemplify the strength of our musical outreach programme. Not only do they inspire the next generation of musicians within our community, but they also provide invaluable opportunities for our own students to develop confidence, leadership, and character through performance. Our sincere thanks go to Mr Tibbitts (Head of Brass and Music Outreach), for leading and overseeing these initiatives. As a department, we are committed to sharing our passion for music beyond the school, and we look forward to continuing to build these meaningful connections in the future.
Year 7 charity sleepout
On Friday 22 May, after a busy week of exams, our Year 7 pupils took part in a Sleep Out in support of Helping Hands Community Project.
Year 7 were well-prepared for the challenge of sleeping overnight in the Junior School playground and arrived at school on Friday morning with their kit and some very ambitious cardboard-box constructions.
Excitement was high throughout the evening as Year 7 completed a carousel of challenges and activities run by staff, including dodgeball, football, cricket, a campfire, LEGO in the Wellbeing Hub, and an escape room.
A Chapel Service at 10.30pm offered an opportunity for pupils to pause and reflect on the cause and the charity that our Sleep Out supports. We were fortunate to welcome two visiting speakers from Helping Hands, who spoke to Year 7 about homelessness, the work the charity does to support those in need within the local community, and their own experiences of homelessness. Following the talk, pupils were given time to ask questions, and our speakers commented on their thoughtfulness and engagement with the issues raised.
Soup was served before the pupils settled into their boxes for the challenge of spending a night sleeping outdoors.
Translation prize success
We are thrilled that Warwick School boys have once again been highly commended for their translations of French, German, and Spanish literature and poetry as part of the Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators.
Over 25,000 students participated in the competition in 2026, and over 5,400 entries were
judged, so this is a fantastic achievement.
Congratulations to Yannic (Lower Sixth), Arthur (Year 10), and Braden (Year 11) for their commendations in this competition.
An additional mention must go to Arthur, who was also a runner up in the Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge translation prize for students in Year
Many thanks to the pupils who participated in the Sleep Out. Thanks also to the staff who supervised the event and organised such fantastic activities, to the estates team for their support, and to our catering team.
The event is expected to have raised more than £2,500 for Helping Hands Community Project - a fantastic achievement. Well done to all!
10, and was invited to spend a morning exploring the college with academic staff from the School of Modern and Medieval Languages.
We are delighted that Warwick School boys continue to seek and succeed in academic challenges involving modern languages.
Excellent results at British Fencing Youth Championships
Over the May bank holiday weekend, British Fencing hosted their British Youth Championships National Age Group Finals at the England Institute of Sport in Sheffield. We were proud to have several of our fencers competing at this prestigious event.
On Sunday, Adrian took part in the Under-18 Sabre. He began strongly in the pool stage, recording three victories and two losses to secure 15th seed. Receiving a bye through the round of 64, Adrian won his last 32 fights 15-7. In the last 16, Adrian defeated the number two seed, 15-10, to make it into the last eight and secure a finalist medal.
Building on this momentum, Adrian then won again in the quarter-finals, 15-11, for a place in the semi-finals. There he faced a tough opponent and, despite a determined effort, he was narrowly defeated 15-11, finishing in third place
with an excellent bronze medal.
On Monday, Aaryan and Sebastion competed in the Under-12 Epee. Both boys are very much at the start of their fencing career and have never been to anything quite like the British Youth Championships before.
Aaryn impressed in the pool stage, securing four victories to earn 9th seed and a bye through the round of 64. Sebastion securing two victories, and went on to fence the last 64 round, winning 10-8 to join Aaryan in the next round.
In the round of 32, both fencers faced strong opposition. Aaryn was defeated 10-4 and Sebastian 10-3 to the top seed.
Aaryan finished in 17th place with Sebastian placing 30th out of 46 competitors.
Well done to all three fencers for their excellent efforts and achievements at a highly competitive national event.
A season to remember for Warwick Juniors U12
Warwick Juniors U12 first team enjoyed a fantastic 2025/26 season, finishing as runnersup in the league after a campaign full of commitment, teamwork and memorable performances. A superb achievement and a reflection of the quality and spirit within the group.
Among the squad, Harry, Théo and Louis all played their part in a brilliant season for the team. The boys showed great attitude throughout the year, contributing on and off the pitch and helping Warwick Juniors compete at the very top end of the league.
There was also individual recognition for the boys at the end of the season, with awards picked up between them including Clubman of the Year and Players’ Player. These awards highlighted not only their footballing ability, but also their teamwork, attitude and the respect they earned from coaches and teammates.
It was a season to remember for Warwick Juniors U12s, and one that Harry, Théo and Louis can look back on with real pride.
Open water swimming success
On 21 June, Dan (Lower Sixth) came 1st in the West Midlands Open Water Regional Championship 17/18 Year Old Open category. Held at Lake 86, Cotswold
Water Park, he achieved a time of 1:09:38 which means he’s qualified for the National event held later this month. Many congratulations Dan, we are very proud of you!
Billy and chess a hit with football fans!
During the Easter break, chess and football came together for Warwick’s resident chess master, Billy, who was invited as a special guest to the Coventry City FC vs Derby County match.
Billy attended the fixture to help promote the upcoming British Chess Championships, joining Mr Lam and former Warwick School teacher Mr Ward, who were representing the English Chess Federation. The occasion provided a unique opportunity to showcase chess to a wider audience and highlight the growing national profile of the Championships. It proved a great success and the many fans who attended were left awestruck by the skills on display from Billy and others. The event has already caught the attention of FIDE – the International Chess Federation – who have published a report about it on their website.
Diversity Week celebrates inclusion and understanding
In June, the Warwick Voice Pride and Allyship Committee organised Diversity Week, a programme of events celebrating inclusion and promoting understanding across the school community.
A series of age-appropriate assemblies encouraged pupils to explore LGBT+ topics from different perspectives. Lower School pupils discussed how to support friends with kindness and empathy, while Middle School pupils learned about LGBT+ history and the progress made towards equality. Upper School students heard about Olympic diver Tom Daley’s achievements and experiences of homophobic bullying, highlighting the importance of resilience and respect.
Sixth Form students welcomed back an Old Warwickian, who spoke openly about his experiences of coming out at school and the support he received from friends, staff and fellow pupils.
Inspiring challenges to help ignite futures
On Thursday 18 June, pupils from across Warwick School took part in a series of fundraising activities in support of Warwick Schools Foundation’s inaugural Igniting Futures Giving Day.
Education has the power to change futures and the Foundation is proud to provide around 130 bursary places across its schools, which enable children from a wide range of backgrounds to benefit from a transformative education.
Giving Day is an opportunity to celebrate the impact of this support and the difference it already makes to our community. It also aims to raise
awareness and funds for bursaries and financial hardship support, helping current and future pupils to thrive.
One of the highlights saw Year 7 pupils take on a unique Decibel Challenge, attempting to sing as loudly as a passing train at a nearby level crossing (90 decibels). Bringing together lots of enthusiasm and vocal power, the pupils rose to the challenge and reached an impressive 108 decibels!
Pupils also put their fitness to the test in a House Fitness Challenge. Representing their houses, 126 pupils competed in a House Marathon, with teams of runners each completing a 2km course and
combining their times to determine the winning house. Alongside the marathon, 98 pupils also took part in a range of fitness challenges, including burpees, press-ups, plank holds and rowing sprints to secure themselves some more house points.
Brooke had the highest number of participants in a single house and other impressive performances included:
• Theo who managed to hold a plank for 12 minutes and 9 seconds
• Guy House Captain, Zak, had the fastest 100m row
• Oliver, Year 8, won two categories for Brooke
• Greville house won the most events
It was wonderful to see so many boys get involved and work to help make a difference to both current and future Warwickians. Well done to all!
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Celebrating student achievements
In June, it was wonderful to welcome pupils and their families to our Art Gala. The Gala celebrated all our GCSE and A Level art pupils, giving them the opportunity to showcase their creativity and artistic talent through the work they have been developing throughout the year.
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in the English department
Once again, our pupils have taken every opportunity to learn beyond the classroom in English this term. From competitions to lectures and leading the learning for others, they have been creative and courageous.
The Reading Excellence Award for Year 10 and 11
We are delighted to have launched our alumni-sponsored Reading Excellence Award for Year 10 and 11. Posters are up and the challenge is on for pupils to choose and read at least 5 of our 10 2026 Reading Excellence books before October 31 2026. Many of our ambitious readers have already begun their Reading Excellence journeys, and with the summer holidays ahead, it is the perfect time for others to get involved. If any Year 10 or Year 11 pupils would
like some guidance about where to get started, they can visit us in English, where we have a Reading Excellence book store and will help with choosing your next exciting read.
Those who choose to join us to read this year’s texts, many of which are also on the Warwick School Reading List, will be invited for a discussion about their reading. In December 2026, one of them will be granted the Excellence Award and a £50 book token to help them to continue their reading journey.
The Cogito Lecture Series for Year 10
With their summer examinations finished, the Cogito Lecture Series commenced for Year 10. These exciting lunchtime lectures offer a challenging and exciting insight into
the IGCSE set texts, with topics that go beyond the course to stretch and challenge our learners. In June, Year 10 heard about setting and motifs in ‘A Midsummer Night’s
Dream’. It has been wonderful to see our Year 10 pupils taking these opportunities and we invite pupils to continue attending our fortnightly Cogito Lectures in Year 11.
Year 10 pupils inspire young writers
On Wednesday 1 July, 15 Year 10 pupils from Warwick School welcomed 58 Year 5 pupils from Clapham Terrace Community Primary School and Westgate Primary School for a morning dedicated to creativity, imagination and storytelling. Leading a series of engaging creative writing activities, the Year 10 pupils encouraged their younger visitors to explore language in new and exciting ways. Activities ranged from Sentence Move scavenger hunts to genrebased LEGO world-building exercises.
Throughout the morning, participants were challenged to think differently about writing and to take risks with their ideas and use of language.
The event also provided an opportunity for Warwick School’s Year 10 pupils to develop their leadership, communication and mentoring skills as they guided younger pupils through each activity.
The morning was a wonderful celebration of storytelling and collaboration, highlighting the power of language to inspire creativity, build confidence and bring people together.
The Warwickshire Essay and The Warwickshire Voices Competitions for Lower Sixth pupils
In the summer term, we once again launched our two writing competitions for Lower Sixth pupils: The Warwickshire Essay Competition and The Warwickshire Voices Competition. For The Warwickshire Essay Competition, pupils have been tasked to write an essay on the topic of ‘Silence in Literature’ and for
The Warwickshire Voices Competition, our pupils need to write in any genre of their choice on the topic of ‘Language and Power’.
To get the Lower Sixth thinking about the competition themes, Mrs Hodge and Mrs Hardiman ran lunchtime seminars for each competition in June, with topics including, ‘Silence in Atonement’ and
‘Public and Private Voices in Creative Fiction’.
The competition is now open with entries due on Friday 4 September 2026. We are delighted to have invited Lower Sixth pupils from our other Warwick Group schools to enter too, and we greatly look forward to reading the entries next term.
The Ink and Intrigue 2025 Competition winners are announced
e are delighted to announce that our 2025 Ink and Intrigue Competition has been won by Charlie in Year 11. Angelo in Year 10 took Second Place. Both Charlie and
WAngelo have been invited to a special celebration of their work, where their prizes will be awarded, and we will listen to their spectacular stories.
Looking ahead, the 2026 competition is now open to entries, with a deadline of
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The Green Room
Strips of sunlight painted the red velvet. Deep orange lines sat on the back rest of the armchair. The room had high ceilings; what some may have called tacky was another’s idea of luxury. Through floor length glass Anthony’s weary eyes stared out across the pale ocean, his expression blank. He was unappreciative of the view. If it were not for dark patches from minimal sleep, and a sense of mania in his eyes, he might have made a good impression. An oversized linen shirt hung off his shoulders. Half of the buttons were undone; it was
loosely tucked into a black leather belt that secured his neat white trousers. A sharp crease ran down the middle of his leg to suede deck shoes. Wearily exhaling through his nose, he turned away from the window, bending to place a bottle of bourbon on the glass table. He sat down with relief.
With a low chime the elevator opened, it squeaked as the doors slid. Out stepped a man of similar age. While his face was patterned with deep lines, and unshaven, he was far more composed. He paced forward, carrying a sort of smirk. He tongued his cheek as
SECOND PLACE PRIZE WINNER, ANGELO F:
Les Statues de Notre-Dame
Now then, for those that are willing and able to stay, listen to my tale, sit back, take a deep breath and delve with me into the past, to the streets of Notre Dame.
It’s currently the tenth month of the year 1344; at this time the Notre Dame is not yet finished but everyone is eager and waiting for it to be completed
to its fullest hight. You see, Maurice de Sully, the Bishop of Paris and initiator of the church’s construction was a real visionary, his hopes and dreams of seeing a church of such scale and dimension were set deep in his head. He had thought of everything: the great towering spires that reached from the soil to the clouds, the whining
Friday 16 October 2026. All pupils who will be in Year 10 to Upper Sixth next academic year are welcome to submit a tale with a twist in under 1000 words.
Excerpts of our two winning stories are below.
he stopped to look at Anthony. “How you holding up, kiddo?” Anthony slouched on the white leather sofa, whiskey in hand, swirling it with a delicate grip so that the ice quietly clinked the sides. Staring into the crystal patterned glass solemnly, he did not respond. The man raised his eyebrows at the lack of response and moved forward, taking a seat in the velvet armchair adjacent. The pair sat in silence for an eerily long time, only the squawking of seagulls and the low crash of small waves filled the thick, humid air. “Did you bring it?”
vaults that clung to the sealing giving out the loudest possible echoes and of course the three famous rose glass windows that glare out into Paris from the east, north and south. But he wasn’t done yet with his creation, no not yet, for his mind envisioned something bigger, much bigger…
FIRST PRIZE WINNER: CHARLIE L
MORE THAN ACADEMICS: A SPOTLIGHT ON WARWICK’S SIXTH FORM
Outstanding academic results are only part of the story. At Warwick School, Sixth Form is a transformative two-year journey that combines academic excellence, personalised support, intellectual exploration and exceptional opportunities, preparing young men not just for university, but for life beyond it.
“Our aim is to produce young men who, when they leave Warwick School at the end of Sixth Form, are people of character; confident, not arrogant, and capable of making a positive change in the world, both now and in the future.”
AMBITION MEETS OPPORTUNITY
Choosing a Sixth Form is one of the most important decisions a young person will make. For Warwick pupils, and those joining from other schools, the Sixth Form offers something distinctive: academic challenge, individual support and a wealth of opportunities that allow every pupil to develop their own pathway.
With a choice of 27 A Level subjects, pupils can build a programme that reflects their strengths and ambitions. Whether aspiring to study medicine, engineering, law, languages, arts or humanities, they benefit from expert teaching, high expectations and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity.
The results speak for themselves. In 2025, 54% of all A Level grades were awarded at A or A*. Warwick pupils also continue to secure places at leading universities including Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL, Durham, Warwick, Edinburgh, Bristol and St Andrews.
Yet Warwick measures success by more than outcomes alone.
INDIVIDUAL PATHWAYS, EXCEPTIONAL SUPPORT
No two pupils are the same, which is why Warwick’s Sixth Form places such emphasis on personalised guidance.
From the moment pupils enter the Lower Sixth, they work closely with tutors and the dedicated Sixth Form team to explore university options, career aspirations and future goals. Small tutor groups, subject clinics and regular academic monitoring ensure every pupil receives the support they need to flourish.
For those targeting highly competitive courses and universities, Warwick’s innovative Assessment and Interview Pathway (AIP) programme provides tailored preparation for admissions tests and interviews, helping pupils navigate some of the most demanding application processes in higher education.
Alongside this, specialist pathways in areas such as Law, Medicine and STEM subjects give pupils access to expert advice, interview practice, networking opportunities and super-curricular enrichment that strengthens applications and builds confidence.
Law: A range of prestigious university offers and a degreeapprenticeship
Music: Multiple offers to attend Music Conservatoire and specialist courses
Medicine, dentistry and veterinary: Every one of our medical applicants received an offer
Psychology: Offers from top universities for those who want to pursue psychology
Oxbridge: An exceptional achievement for five pupils with offers from the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge
LEARNING BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
What truly sets Warwick Sixth Form apart is its commitment to academic enrichment.
Pupils are encouraged to engage with ideas far beyond the A Level syllabus through programmes such as Encounters, which brings leading academics, authors, scientists, historians and industry experts to Warwick School.
Recent speakers have included renowned polling expert Sir John Curtice, Oxford physicist Professor Subir Sarkar, historians, neurologists, journalists and international policy experts. These experiences challenge pupils to think deeply, ask questions and engage with the wider world.
The school’s highly successful Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) programme further develops independent learning and research skills. In 2025, 77 pupils completed projects, with 80% achieving A or A grades*.
Our careers service extends well beyond university and course selection, providing pupils with a wealth of opportunities to explore and prepare for their future pathways. Through initiatives such as our highly successful Mock Speed Interviewing Event, our biennial Careers and Universities Fair, and a programme of business-focused lunchtime talks, pupils gain valuable insights, experience, and connections to support their ambitions beyond Warwick School.
“Our
careers service goes far beyond the guidance you might expect, offering a wide range of events and opportunities to help pupils prepare for their future beyond Warwick School.”
“The broad, inclusive and highly beneficial opportunities for cocurricular activities and leadership roles are a significant strength.”
EXCEPTIONAL CO-CURRICULAR OFFERING
Warwick has long been known for its exceptional co-curricular offering, and Sixth Formers are encouraged to seize every opportunity available to them.
Our recent Educational Quality Inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) affirmed this, recognising Warwick School’s rich and stimulating co-curricular programme as a significant strength. Awarded to only a select number of schools, this accolade highlights an exceptional aspect of a school’s provision that exceeds expectations and has a demonstrably positive impact on pupils.
Whether through sport, music, drama, leadership opportunities, debating, volunteering or the Thrive Friday Activities Programme, pupils discover new interests while developing the confidence, resilience and teamwork that universities and employers increasingly value.
Just as importantly, Warwick recognises that success relies on wellbeing. Dedicated pastoral care, experienced tutors and access to counselling, mentoring and coaching through the Wellbeing Hub ensure that pupils feel supported throughout their Sixth Form journey.
READY FOR WHAT COMES NEXT
The real measure of a Sixth Form is where it takes its pupils. Warwick leavers progress to some of the most competitive universities and courses in the UK and beyond, studying everything from Medicine, Engineering and Computer Science to Modern Languages, Architecture, Fine Art and Philosophy.
But perhaps the most important outcome is less tangible.
Warwick Sixth Form equips young men with the confidence to think independently, the resilience to embrace challenges, and the character to make meaningful contributions in whatever path they choose.
For current families, it is a reminder of the remarkable opportunities available within the Foundation. For prospective families, it is an invitation to join a Sixth Form community where ambition is nurtured, individuality is celebrated and futures are shaped.
3.87 OFFERS ON AVERAGE PER APPLICANT 80% OF APPLICATIONS WERE SUCCESSFUL MORE THAN
603 UNIVERSITY OFFERS RECIEVED 91% RECEIVED OFFERS FROM RUSSELL GROUP UNIVERSITIES
“The continuity of support, opportunities beyond the classroom and individual guidance I received helped me secure offers from some of the UK’s most competitive universities.”
Adventure 2026
Our creative festival
Adventure has been hugely successful and enriching to the school community, featuring events within and beyond the school day over the final four weeks of term.
The theme of Adventure was chosen to embrace all the international experiences enjoyed by our pupils alongside adventures on our doorstep. Lessons in the week beginning 29 June had an adventurous feel, embracing the creativity and imaginations across the curriculum. Notable highlights of the festival season included:
19 June- 4 July
In the Art Gala, our pupils GCSE and A Level work has been proudly on display in
Warwick Hall and revealed a diverse and powerful range of work in many different media.
24-26 June
Our lower school production of Newsies Jr. energised the theatre in this inspiring story of the power of young people rallying against exploitative publishers in New York.
25 June
Over at our Junior School, their concert was a very special occasion and this year’s concert was full of well-known,
fun pieces such as Africa and Mr Blue Sky. With boys from Year 3, who have only been learning their instruments for as little as 10 weeks, through to our much more experienced Year 6 performers, for whom this was their final concert with us, it was a true celebration of the fun and energy that you can expect to see within our Junior School music community.
29 June
A special Foundation-wide celebration of LAMDA students graced the Bridge House Theatre with over 25 participants performing in this supportive festival
entitled: An Adventure in Performance.
Led by WS Head of LAMDA Mr Sam Aires, groups of students performed outstanding solo and duet pieces to a very appreciative audience demonstrating the real depth of talent across the Foundation.
29-30 June
Special conferences were held exploring the impact and challenges of AI for our students.
1 July
The English department are led a
special day exploring creative writing for pupils from our MAT partner schools. Pupils were immersed in a carousel of creative challenges from sentence move scavenger hunts to genre-based Lego world-building all in the spirit of being adventurous with language.
2 July
Old Warwickian Dr Kishan Bodalia led a DJ workshop for sixth formers developing skills that have led him to balance two very different worlds — saving lives in scrubs by day and lighting up global dancefloors by night.
4 July
The festival culminated in a vibrant Family Day on Saturday 4 July, bringing together a wonderful celebration of creativity and adventure. Our Summer Serenade showcased the breadth of music across the Foundation, with choirs, ensembles and bands representing every instrument, genre and age group. Alongside this, the Drama Festival delivered a compelling and hugely entertaining programme of plays and performances, highlighting the remarkable diversity of theatre within Warwick Schools Foundation and beyond.
Tennis Sport
The tennis season has had several highlights, with strong performances across all age groups. Our younger players have enjoyed success, with the U12A, B and Cs playing their first fixtures for the school against MCS Oxford. There were some good wins against tough opposition, combined with some challenging defeats. However, the smiling faces on the return to the coach showed it had proved a successful afternoon.
The U13As most notable performance came against Princethorpe in the regional cup competition. The team of Finlay, Monty, Ajay and Tommy secured a 12-0 victory in a dominant display. They are now through to the next stage of the competition.
The U14A and B and U15A and B teams recorded excellent 7-2 wins against Bromsgrove School. The U15As also performed well in the Cup, coming through a tough challenge against Princethorpe to win 7-6 after a shootout, before defeating Rugby School 12-0 in the next round. The team was made up of Toby, Amar, Ptolemy and Lukas remain unbeaten in the Cup this season.
In the National Cup Competition, the 1st team have impressed. The team of Seb, Matei, George, Harry and Jonny worked
well as a unit to secure an excellent victory over Rugby School. They were then drawn away to Worksop College in the next round and dominated with a 12-0 victory. This ensured a place in the Regional Final, but unfortunately the team, with the addition of Theo, were defeated by Repton. Despite the defeat it was a strong performance in the final against top opponents, with the team showing good character in adversity. The team can be proud of the fantastic achievement of reaching the Regional Final.
We are also delighted to celebrate individual success at the Warwickshire Tennis Awards. Congratulations to Matei, who was recognised with the prestigious County Spirit Award, a testament to his commitment, sportsmanship, and contribution
to tennis. This goes alongside Matei and George’s selection for the Warwickshire U18 Squad. An outstanding achievement for Year 9 and 10 pupils.
In the week commencing 22 June, Seb, Theo, Jonny and Alex competed at the annual MCS Oxford U18 Tennis Festival. They competed in singles matches over the course of two days in challenging conditions. All players secured victories on both days against high level opponents from Abingdon, MCS Oxford, D’Overbroecks, St Edward’s Oxford and KES Birmingham. The highlight was Jonny winning the Consolation Cup in his last match of the second day to receive silverware.
The U13, U15 and U18 teams were then set to compete at the prestigious Eton National Tennis Tournament.
Cricket
It’s been a busy — and blisteringly hot — second half of term for Warwick School Cricket. The U15A side continued their impressive run, reaching the Midlands semifinal and quarterfinal in their T20 and 30 over competitions.
Individual performances have been outstanding. Tom, Joel and Olly claimed superb five wicket hauls, while Niki, Leo and Gianluca each produced magnificent centuries against Trent College.
The annual OWs and MCC fixtures were once again highlights of the season. The Old Warwickians proved they’ve still got plenty of class, and the MCC match went right down to the wire thanks to a brilliant unbeaten 65 from Tim Drake. Adding to the sense of occasion, six former captains from the 1960s joined us for MCC Day — a tradition we look forward to continuing.
We now look ahead to our final weekend block against Abingdon and
the 1st XI’s season finale at the Bablake T20 Festival. A huge thank you to all staff, as well as our catering and grounds teams, for their tremendous efforts throughout the year.
Athletics
Track and Field Cup
Both the Junior (Year 7 and 8) and Intermediate (Year 9 and 10) athletics teams delivered outstanding performances as they competed at the Warwickshire round of the Track and Field Cup, held at the Diamond Jubilee track in Rugby on Tuesday 12 May.
The Junior team claimed joint first place with an excellent total of 324 points, while the intermediates secured a convincing outright victory, finishing with an impressive 418 points.
Standout performers included:
• Akshay – Hurdles and High Jump (35pts)
• Huw – 1500m and Long Jump (36pts)
• Harry – Hurdles and shot (39pts)
• Henry – 300m and Discus (39pts)
• Carl – Discus and 100m (42 pts)
The junior boys then competed in the Area B Final at Nuneaton and massively improved upon their first-round score of 324 points with a fantastic total of 371 to finish in fourth place. Standout performances came from:
• Akshay - 39
• Huw - 36
• George - 31
The intermediate boys also significantly improved their first-round score (418) by amassing 444 points to finish in sixth place in the Area A Final. The standout performers for the Year 9 and 10s were:
• Harry - 42
• Archie - 42
• Carl - 40
• Henry - 40
For both teams to make such huge improvements on their first-round scores is a testament to their work in training and the depth in quality across both track and field events.
Warwickshire Champs and Mason Trophy
After impressive performances for school and at the town championships, many boys were selected to represent the town at the Warwickshire Championships in Nuneaton and the Mason Trophy at Stoke on Trent. Well done to the following on their representative honours.
• Pedro - 800m
• Huw - 1500m
• Akshay - 100m and hurdles
• Noah - 100m and high jump
• Matei - 1500m and triple jump
• Carl - discus and shotput
Combined Events Athletics: Nuneaton
Boys from Years 7-10 competed in the Combined Events multi-event competition at Pingles in Nuneaton on Wednesday 6 and Thursday 7 May. The competition tests all-round athletic ability, as well as physical and mental endurance, with boys completing either five events in one day, or in the case of Year 10, an eightevent octathlon over two days.
All the boys performed well and gave a great account of themselves, with some standout individual results, which
means that several athletes may now be selected to compete at the Midlands regional round:
Year 10:
• Archie – third overall
• Henry - fourth overall
• Year 10 team - overall winners
Year 9:
• Noah – second overall
• Year 9 team - second overall
Year 8:
• Max – fourth overall
• Akshay – sixth overall
• Year 8 team- second overall
U15 boys win the Inspiresport Independent Schools Hockey Cup
At the end of last term, the Warwick U15 boys travelled to Nottingham Hockey Centre to play in the finals day of the Inspiresport Independent Schools Hockey Cup, having successfully navigated a field of 84 competing schools. Their route to the finals showcased their quality and consistency, with strong victories over Stowe, Rugby, New Hall and Whitgift School.
In the semi-final, they faced Kings Chester and put in a solid performance to cruise into a 3-0 lead at half-time with two goals from Ellis and one from Ollie. They continued this form in the second half and two more goals followed before Kings Chester grabbed a couple of late goals to finish 5-2 to Warwick.
In the final, Warwick faced Millfield school and the game proved to be a cagey one. Warwick scored first after 10
minutes with a well worked short corner delivered by Digby and finished by Ollie. Millfield responded with sustained pressure, but Warwick held firm to protect their 1-0 advantage at half-time.
The second half followed a similar pattern as the first, with Warwick soaking up pressure and Millfield struggling to convert the pressure to chances. Warwick’s resilience paid off when another short corner – touched in by Ollie after Ellis delivered a pinpoint pass –doubled the lead. Warwick then finished off with a sweeping move that started in their own half, with Henry crossing the ball for Jack to finish at the far post. This enabled Warwick to comfortably see out the last 10 minutes of the game in front of a jubilant set of supporters and parents.
This triumph marks the team’s second national success in three years, following
List of all participants:
Year 7 team
• Pelham
• Harry
• Charlie
Year 8 team
• Freddie
• Akshay
• Max
Year 9 team
• Sam
• Noah
• Rupert
Year 10 team
• Matei
• Sam
• Henry
• Archie
their U13 England Hockey Cup win in 2024. It is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and teamwork shown by the players, supported by the guidance of coaches Mr Hobley, Mr Francis and Mr Hurst.
A huge congratulations to the entire squad – Warwick is immensely proud of your achievement.
Music
Summer term, with its focus on academic exams, usually sees music departments across the country go relatively mute. Not us! In characteristic style, we have brought plenty of sound to the fabric of the school through a number of events, some new, some old, culminating in the Summer Serenade on 4 July at the ‘Family Day’ as part of the Arts Festival.
One of the most arresting occasions of the year took place in late April with
the inaugural Concerto Evening, an opportunity for various of our Upper Sixth Leavers to perform a concerto movement with a specially selected orchestra to accompany them. The standard of music making was outrageously high, and recordings are available via the department’s YouTube Channel.
Another new event, in the same week, was the ‘Fusion’ Concert, the design of which was to fuse together the brilliant Small Jazz Ensembles with the three Big
Bands we are proud of. A particularly wonderful moment was seeing the Little Big Band play alongside the Jazz Lab, with boys trading solos across the stage with their counterparts; a really visceral moment for all to see how boys develop in their performance during their time at the school.
The Treble Rebels continue to be in demand, taking their first performance at St Mary’s in their own right at the start of May for a local festival.
A really visceral moment for all to see how boys develop in their performance during their time at the school.”
We were also proud as part of Warwick Schools Foundation to play host to the Music Teachers Association Annual Conference in May, at which a number of our pupils performed, not least a string quartet, our Foundation Symphony Orchestra and the Little Big Band. The boys acquitted themselves with characteristic aplomb, and we were really struck by how impressed our colleagues from across the country, and more widely across the world, about the standard that is achieved here. Performing under the baton of John Rutter was a lightbulb memory for many of our pupils, and it was such a joy to see him visibly relax into the sound our orchestra made for him (it was a leap of faith from his end, even though we already know how good our musicians are!).
An exciting partnership beckons for the start of the next academic year, with
our Chapel Choir singing alongside the King’s Singers in Warwick Hall on 18 September. You can book tickets through the Bridge House Theatre website, bridgehousetheatre.co.uk; we have already been working in June with OW King’s Singer, Edward Button, in keen anticipation of that event!
It has been an outstanding year of music making from the whole team here at Warwick, staff and pupils alike. The quality of what they produce is in no small part down to the outstanding tuition they receive from the whole team of music teachers here, and the dedication that the boys have to improve and better themselves at every opportunity. My thanks to them all, and with hope that they have a well-deserved rest over the Summer break for even more exciting projects in 2026-27!
Year 10 Finland bushcraft and survival expedition Trips
In April, a group of 14 pupils, accompanied by three members of staff, participated in the Year 10 bushcraft and survival Finland expedition to Kuusamo in northern Finland. This expedition was the fourth Finland expedition of the academic year aiming to provide students with opportunities for collaboration, challenge and character development in arctic conditions. Activities including snowshoeing and skiing, wilderness exploration, ice fishing and winter survival skills and offered opportunities for pupils to develop new practical skills, challenge themselves and push beyond their comfort zones. After arriving late on the first evening and settling into their lodge, pupils quickly engaged with an itinerary that included team-building games, practical workshops such as wilderness first aid,
fire-making, and outdoor cooking, as well as cultural activities like Finnish language sessions. Throughout the week, pupils also participated in handson experiences including birdhouse building and orienteering as well as regular sauna sessions which provided a valuable insight into Finnish culture and a chance to reflect on the day’s activities. On nights one and two pupils also got to see the full effect of the northern lights and took some excellent photos!
As the week progressed, pupils developed resilience and teamwork through more demanding activities such as night hiking, forest bootcamp, fire safety training, and ice fishing. The trip concluded with an “ultimate scenario” challenge, allowing students to apply the skills they had learned across the week. Evenings were used effectively for reflection, social
time, and group bonding, including shared meals such as a pizza night, and a farewell dinner. Overall, the trip was a huge success, providing pupils with meaningful opportunities to build confidence, independence, and practical life skills while deepening their relationships with one another in a new and challenging environment.
Year 9 Finland hiking expedition
The fifth and final Finland expedition of the academic year took place in June, with 17 Year 9 students and three staff undertaking a seven-day 90 kilometre guided hiking adventure in Kuusamo, Finland, exploring the landscapes of Oulanka National Park while developing resilience, teamwork and key outdoor skills. After arriving and completing preparation sessions at the Adventure Apes lodge, including equipment training and route planning, the group began their hike from the Arctic Circle. Over several days, they travelled through forests, gorges and river landscapes, covering significant distances while learning to live and function in a wilderness environment. Pupils worked collaboratively to set up tents, cook meals and manage camp responsibilities, while also being introduced to navigation skills, including route awareness, map reading and decision-making alongside their guides. As the expedition progressed, pupils led the route planning and learning how to move safely
and efficiently through varied terrain, including forest trails, river crossings and areas of elevation. They developed an understanding of how to follow marked trails, interpret environmental features and maintain group direction over long distances.
Alongside visits to key locations such as the Oulanka Visitor Centre and
Kiutaköngäs rapids, the group completed daily hikes of 12–22 km, applying both physical endurance and growing navigational confidence. The experience culminated in a final challenging stage toward Ruka Village, followed by a farewell meal and reflection, with students demonstrating increased independence, problem-solving ability and strong group collaboration.
Warwick Voice Summer 2026
The past term has been an eventful one for Warwick Voice, with the new prefects taking to their roles with zeal to deliver a variety of assemblies, events, and fundraisers.
Upon returning from Easter, the Racial and Religious Equality Committee organised a whole-school assembly delivered by Maanav about the Sikh festival, Vaisakhi, helping to raise awareness and understanding of different cultures across the school community. Vaisakhi represents the beginning of the Khalsa, and the inauguration of the five Ks by Guru Gobind Singh Ji, and so is of great significance to the Sikhs. The committee has also continued their planning for a school Culture Day and remains committed to promoting festivals and celebrations from a range of religions and cultures to increase awareness and understanding in the school community.
So far, the summer term has seen two themed weeks – Eco Week and Accessibility Week. Eco week took place on the week commencing 20 May, aiming to promote environmental awareness through a range of activities, including bird spotting, an upcycling challenge, and an animal adoption fundraiser that incorporated a form competition. Accessibility Week was an equal success, working with the charity Guide Dogs to sponsor the training of a new dog while raising awareness for the visually impaired, with the committee setting a laudable donation goal of £2500 to allow the school to name a guide dog.
Even though they may not have delivered assemblies, the other committees have also seen a productive
term, with planning underway for a wide range of activities and initiatives. The Mental Health Awareness Committee have discussed ways to improve the Wellbeing Hub and its surroundings, aspiring to bring in more engaging games and puzzles to aid pupils’ mental health, and working towards the creation of an outdoor wellness zone. Similarly, the Anti-bullying Committee has continued to innovate ways to build the school’s spirit of community, planning for a disco with King’s High for the incoming Year 7 class next academic year is underway, in addition to informative videos about the school to help new pupils transition into Warwick life.
Also hard at work have been the Teaching and Learning Committee, who have been working on initiatives to improve academic performance and the learning experience. Having finished a successful campaign on responsible AI usage and a Year 12 conference on the subject, they are now focused on other ways to incentivise learning, including a new rewards program for pupils who
During
the Summer term, Warwick has raised more than £3,000 though doughnut sales and non-uniform days.”
achieve a set number of commendations, and the planning for a school-wide research journal.
During the Summer term, Warwick has raised around £3000 at the time of writing through doughnut sales and nonuniform days. As a community we hope to increase this number largely by the end of the term. This is to support a range of worthwhile causes, including Guide Dogs UK, the Gurkha Welfare Trust, and Stand Up for Elephants. The last two charities have a connection to our upcoming Nepal trip in October. During this trip, the pupils will have an opportunity to visit these charities and learn about their work.
A special mention must go to Josh, Oli, Calan, Arthur, and Freddie who have gone above and beyond in their fundraising efforts. The boys completed the Nine Edges challenge in aid of Oscar’s Paediatric Brain Tumour Charity. They powered through an incredible 24mile walk to support children living with brain tumours and their families. This is a remarkable achievement, and they should be incredibly proud of their efforts.
PAWS
Parents
Association of Warwick School
update
PAWS Nearly New Uniform Shop
The PAWS uniform team held another successful sale in May. The Nearly New Uniform Shop continues to be popular with parents looking for larger sizes and spare kit. We offer a wide range of uniform items to help prepare your child for the new term.
All items are sold on behalf of parents, with a small percentage of each sale going towards supporting PAWS and covering administrative costs. We are also very happy to accept donations, with 100% of the proceeds going directly to PAWS.
This term, the PAWS Team once again supported the music department by serving refreshments at the Fusion Concert in Warwick Hall. It was a fantastic event, showcasing wonderful music and bringing
together pupils, staff, and families for an enjoyable evening. A great time was had by all, and we are delighted to have been part of such a successful occasion. We look forward to continuing our support of the music department next year.
Join us at our next PAWS committee meeting!
PAWS holds committee meetings every half-term and we’re always excited to welcome new faces. Meeting dates are shared in the weekly Warwick Wrap-Up, and everyone is welcome to attend—there’s no obligation to join the committee, but it’s a great way to see what PAWS is all about. If you’re interested or have any questions,
please feel free to reach out to us at warwickschoolpaws@gmail.com.
@pawswarwick
@PAWSWarwick
warwickschoolpaws@gmail.com
To keep the shop well stocked, we rely on parents selling or donating their outgrown uniform through us. At present, we are particularly in need of senior-sized sports kits, so if you have any items to donate or sell, please consider using the Nearly New Uniform Shop.
There will be several uniform drop-off opportunities every Monday morning during the second half of the Summer term, with the next sale scheduled for Thursday 3 September. Please keep an eye on the PAWS section of the Warwick Wrap-Up for further details.
For more information about the Nearly New Uniform Shop, please visit the Warwick School Nearly New Uniform webpage or email us at nearlynewuniform warwick@gmail.com.
Alumni Development and relations
1. Golf
Old Warwickians (OWs) continue to enjoy a range of annual sporting fixtures. OW Oliver Murray-Bates was the proud winner of the Langley Trophy at this year’s Spring Golf Day.
2.OWA Annual Dinner
This year’s OWA Annual Dinner, normally the first Saturday in December, was brought forward to the evening of the reunions. 70 OWs, from the class of 1956 to 2016, enjoyed a splendid dinner in the Pyne Room.
3. London drinks
A number of OWs enjoyed connecting at our recent London drinks evening. Always popular, the event is a great professional networking opportunity.
Catch up with all the OW news in the latest Old Warwickian: www. oldwarwickians.org/ oldwarwickian49
4. CCF Open Afternoon
Our Combined Cadet Forces (CCF), which at its peak comprises around 340 students and 18 staff, usually meets on Friday afternoons. On Friday 5 June several OWs enjoyed a unique opportunity to attend a CCF Open Afternoon to see a tour of student CCF activities including the range, field craft and flight simulators. They also had the chance to watch the CCF Corps of Drums in rehearsal!
5.OW anniversary reunions
It was wonderful to welcome back over 200 OWs, and many of the staff who taught them, for this year’s anniversary reunions in June. OWs from the class of 1956, 66, 71, 76, 86, 96, 2006 and 2016 enjoyed a relaxed afternoon connecting and reconnecting. A special thank you to our prefects who organised tours of the school - offering OWs a chance to see many buildings which were familiar, new and much changed.
6.
Law in London
Earlier this term we held the inaugural event of our Law Network in Middle Temple, one of London’s four historic Inns of Court. Guests included university law students who left Warwick within the last couple of years, mingling alongside others, distinguished in their legal careers. The audience was honoured with a keynote speech from Old Warwickian and High Court judge Sir John Cavanagh.
Foundation Ne s
The latest from across Warwick Schools Foundation
Changes to our school bus service
We were delighted to share further updates about changes to our school bus service.
We know how much of a priority your child’s safe journey to and from school is. Our seamless home-toschool transport provision ensures that you will have total peace of mind as you wave them off in the morning.
From September 2026, our partnership with Vectare, alongside our dedicated in-house transport team, is central to our ongoing commitment to providing a safe and convenient solution to home-to-school transport. Together, we aim to provide a smooth experience in booking, managing and organising your child’s journey to school.
In June, booking for September 2026 opened via the new Vectare portal and it was great to see families begin to use the service to book upcoming journeys.
To find out more, visit the Transport page on the website for each school.
Igniting Futures
Across the two Giving Days held last week, students, parents, alumni, governors and the wider community joined in with various challenges to help raise funds to increase the number of bursaries we can offer and increase our hardship fund.
It is a testament to the generosity of our community that 235 donors have collectively raised more than £57,183 so we can be a safety net for more families
in need at these challenging times. It was a brilliant and truly memorable couple of days, with our whole Foundation community coming together to take part in a variety of events and activities. Including, a riverside rally, traditional sports day, MCC cricket match and much more!
We are very grateful to those who helped spread the word by sharing with friends and engaging with our posts on social media!
We are proud that the exceptional outcomes for pupils go hand in hand with a nurturing ethos.”
Dear Parents,
Summer term heralds both beginnings and endings. All are rites of passage. The senior schools have welcomed next year’s new Year 7s for their Induction Day, drama productions marking the end of Key Stages have taken place, and, as I write, we are at the mid-way point in our series of Prize Givings. Add into the mix the Upper Sixth Graduations, and there is real sense of bitter-sweetness as we mark the end of
one stage of our pupils’ education and support their transition to the next.
Appropriately, this cyclical change comes at the same time our community has been thinking about how we can ensure that we can be as accessible as possible, now and in the years ahead.
The centrepiece of this has been our first Giving Days. Some 240 donors across our community contributed to a grand total of almost £60,000 for our bursary and hardship funds. Thank you
A note from the Principal
to everyone who supported the many events over the two days.
Ending the academic year by focusing on community seems completely appropriate, as across our schools, we aim to engender a sense of belonging as a key part of our Foundation educational experience. Thank you for all you do as parents to support us with this important mission..
Richard Nicholson, Foundation Principal
Music Teachers’ Association Conference
Over the last weekend before half-term, Warwick Schools Foundation was proud to be the host venue of the Music Teachers’ Association Conference.
From Friday 15 - Sunday 17 May, more than 200 attendees from around the country gathered across various locations in the Myton Road campus, for the annual conference which inspires musical
excellence amongst educators.
To be chosen as a host venue demonstrates Warwick Schools Foundation’s commitment to providing outstanding music education and we are proud that this has been recognised by such a highly regarded organisation.
Attendees heard from a variety of speakers from the music world, including John Rutter and Izzy Judd, as well as
seeing performances from our own Foundation pupils. A highlight for many would be the Come and Play/Sing session conducted by John Rutter. 200 music teachers, a full Foundation Symphony Orchestra and the King Henry VIII Consort performing together was a truly spectacular moment.
To watch a video of the event, visit our social media page.
Warwick Schools Foundation Talks AI
This week, Lower Sixth students from our Foundation schools attended a conference about AI, hosted in Warwick Hall.
They heard from keynote speakers before being set creative challenges, working in groups to complete a series of tasks.
Students heard talks from their peers on the uses of AI, with their work presented to the panel of judges.
The Conference was an engaging way to learn about the impacts of AI, empowering our pupils to engage with it carefully and thoughtfully, and understand it is not a tool to delegate critical thinking.
A huge thank you to everybody involved and those who gave up their time to provide insight into this important topic.
A farewell to our Foundation Chair of Governors
After 10 years as a Governor and 5 years as Foundation Chair, Mrs Sally Austin announced earlier this year that she will be stepping down at the end of this Summer term.Mrs Austin has overseen significant changes during this time. These include a revised governance structure, the completion of Project One Campus, the introduction of girls' boarding, an international school strategy, and the establishment of WSF MAT. Mrs Jane Mackenzie-Lawrie has been appointed as the Foundation Chair from September 2026. Mrs Mackenzie-Lawrie joined our Governing Body in 2022 and is currently Chair of the Resources & Estates Committee. In addition, she is Non-Executive Director at Express
Medicals plc. During her executive career, she held roles across sales, operations and marketing in global B2B and pharmaceutical sectors.
Jane is a former Foundation parent, her two sons having attended Warwick School. We are looking forward to having her as our Chair.
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