Treading the Boards

Treading the Boards

We spoke to brothers Xander (Fourth Form, Vanbrugh) and Oscar (Upper Sixth, Vanbrugh) about their recent experiences treading the boards on professional stages in Oxford. I hear you both have achieved success on the big stage this year. Can you tell us about it? XL –...
Sixth Form Scholars Enjoy Elegant Evening at Formal Dinner

Sixth Form Scholars Enjoy Elegant Evening at Formal Dinner

Last Friday evening, the Sixth Form Scholars gathered for their annual formal dinner, and what a night it was! This year’s theme, ‘scholarly endeavour,’ was the perfect excuse for everyone to dress up and engage in scholarly conversations with their invited teacher....
Workshopping Wellbeing and How Learning Happens

Workshopping Wellbeing and How Learning Happens

We were delighted to welcome over a hundred parents to our second workshop last week. Mrs Prior (Head of Lower House) presented on research-informed approaches to support and enhance wellbeing, drawing on the ‘Five Ways to Wellbeing’ programme advocated by the NHS...
Year 4 Explore Oxford’s Literary Legacy

Year 4 Explore Oxford’s Literary Legacy

On Thursday 23 January, Year 4 embarked on an exciting and enriching adventure to the Oxford Literature Walk, a journey through the heart of one of the world’s most iconic literary cities. Pupils had boundless energy and enthusiasm throughout the day, embracing the...
An Epic Odyssey at Classical Greek Conference

An Epic Odyssey at Classical Greek Conference

The Classics Department was delighted to host the annual Oxford and Bucks Classical Association Greek Conference. More than eighty pupils and teachers from a range of schools enjoyed three lectures from The University of Oxford academics on the theme of ‘Odysseus,...