School Information
Pupils thrive at King Edward’s. We encourage them to be the best
versions of themselves because individual achievement and personal
growth count for more than league tables.
Our unique heritage and place among British co-educational independent
schools means that we can provide the best preparation for adult life to a
wider range of young people than almost any other institution.
King Edward’s offers your son or daughter a school that can feel as warm
and welcoming as home; A springboard to a lifelong love of learning which
can nurture confidence, foster collaboration and prepare them for life in
a multicultural world. Most of all it can help them discover who they are.
This is a school shaped by generosity of spirit, not by background.
We are proud that young people discover skills, talents and enthusiasms
they never knew they had and are encouraged to set their sights high and
be ambitious in their learning. Our rich co-curricular programme broadens
their horizons. Pupils benefit from small class sizes and our House system
with its supportive pastoral networks which are at the heart of school life.
Each House is committed to uniting and blending boarders and day pupils
into a single team. Diversity has been a strength since our foundation in
1553 and while most of our 440 pupils are British, we attract international
students from more than 30 countries who help teach us what it means to
be part of the wider human family.
King Edward’s is a robust community with one co-educational Lower
School House, four senior boys and two senior girls Houses. Mindful of our
responsibility to prepare our pupils for the next stage in their educational
journey, In 2022 we opened an impressive Upper Sixth Form House that
represents a stepping-stone to the independence and the full university
experience. The House provides a unique opportunity, allowing pupils
to study independently while honing important life skills, in a vibrant,
communal environment consistent with student campus accommodation.
On our leafy, 100-acre site amid the Surrey Hills – just one hour from
London – we have space for all the sport, drama, music, hobbies, and
intellectual pursuits a young mind can capture. King Edward’s is a
wonderfully safe place for youthful adventure and curiosity.
Our aim is to inspire a love of independent learning, a wealth of lasting
friendships, Christian values and hopeful vision. King Edward’s is an
extraordinary, distinctive, forward-thinking and global minded community.
It is a wonderful place to be.
Scholarships and Bursaries
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- Borough Godalming
- Zip/Postal Code GU8 5SG
- Phone: +44 (0)1428 686700
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- Email: admissions@kesw.org
- Website: www.kesw.org
News
IB Pupils at King Edward’s Rise to the Challenge with Best Ever Results
Pupils following the IB Diploma Programme at King Edward’s have, today, demonstrated their credentials, as knowledgeable, reflective and principled learners, with an outstanding set of results, scoring 35.9 points on average compared to the global average of 33.0. Pupils have had to grapple with considerable disruption to their learning, but through the School’s innovative approach
King Edward’s Witley students celebrate outstanding IB results
Upper Sixth pupils studying the International Baccalaureate at King Edward’s Witley are celebrating a fantastic set of results. During a challenging time for students up and down the country, they have demonstrated tremendous resilience with over 43% achieving 6 and above (equivalent to A*and A at A level) and 74% gaining 5 and above (equivalent
KING EDWARD’S WITLEY’S PERFORMS VIRTUAL TOGETHER AT HOME MUSIC EXTRAVAGANZA
Lockdown restrictions have not stopped the music at King Edwards’s Witley, with over 100 pupils participating in an online ‘Together at Home’ music extravaganza. The event – which was the brainchild of Mr Stasio Sliwka, Director of Music at King Edward’s Witley and its partner school Barrow Hills – represented a major technical challenge coordinating
SCHOOL MAY BE CLOSED BUT THE LEARNING CONTINUES AT KING EDWARD’S WITLEY
Live science experiments, a series of debates on Odysseus, online chess tournaments … school may be closed but the learning continues at King Edward’s Witley, thanks to the distance-learning programme – #KESW@Home – launched ahead of the Easter break. Rather than rely solely on fixed project work, the School is using Zoom to deliver a
King Edward’s Witley artist wins prize
A talented artist from King Edward’s Witley has been awarded a prize by the Worshipful Company of Painter-Stainers in London. Edwina Keary, an Upper Sixth Form day pupil, had been due to receive her award and exhibit her painting ‘Girl in Wood’ at Mansion House this month at a Prize Giving ceremony, but this was
Former King Edward’s Witley pupil awarded knighthood
Mr Alderman Peter Estlin, a current Governor and former Treasurer of Bridewell Royal Hospital and former pupil and Head Boy of King Edward’s Witley and the 691st Lord Mayor of the City of London (November 2018 – November 2019), has been awarded a knighthood for services to international business, inclusion and skills in the New Year Honours.
King Edward’s climber crowned bouldering champion
A Year 10 pupil at King Edward’s Witley has become the new European Youth Bouldering Champion. Toby Roberts returned triumphant from the International Federation of Sport Climbing European Youth Championships in Brixen, Italy, where he won the Male Youth B section. The competition for him was very tough, with 50 European competitors representing 23 countries, and 17
Hard work pays off for King Edward’s Witley GCSE pupils
There was much emotion at King Edward’s as 16-year old pupils received their GCSE and IGCSE results. King Edward’s takes pride in its academic, socio-economic and cultural diversity. The School ensures that all pupils are congratulated for their effort and dedication to achieving personal success. Behind the statistics and results each child has a unique
King Edward’s Witley students celebrate 100% Diploma pass rate
Global success came close to home as pupils at King Edward’s Witley received their International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma results. The Diploma programme is followed by the majority of King Edward’s 165 Sixth Form pupils. Every student passed the stringent requirements, with an average score of 34.5 points, well outstripping the worldwide average for IB students of
King Edward’s Witley pupil to join Guildhall
A King Edward’s Witley pupil has secured a place at the world-renowned Guildhall School of Music & Drama. Jonathan Chan, an Upper Sixth A-level pupil, will read BA in Production Arts on the Theatre Technology Pathway from this September. Jonathan, with the early encouragement of his School drama and LAMDA teachers, has supported his academic
King Edward’s Witley organist celebrates Royal Academy of Music scholarship
An organist from King Edward’s Witley has been offered a scholarship place at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Josef Gaszka, 18, only started to learn the organ when he joined the school four years ago. He will take up his place on the four-year course after completing his A-levels and will follow in
King Edward’s Witley pupils excel at Lord Mayor’s Show
Pupils from King Edward’s Witley participated in the world-famous Lord Mayor’s Show last weekend. The show celebrated the appointment of Alderman Peter Estlin – Governor and former King Edward’s Witley pupil and Head Boy – as the newly elected Lord Mayor of the City of London. A total of 28 pupils from King Edward’s and
King Edward’s Witley appoints new head
King Edward’s Witley have delighted to announce the appointment of a new Head and Principal of Bridewell Royal Hospital, effective from September 2019. Mrs Joanna Wright will take over the leadership of the school from the current Headmaster, Mr John Attwater. Mr Attwater will become Principal of King’s Ely following a near decade of distinguished
Mental health campaigner visits King Edward’s Witley
Pupils at King Edward’s Witley recently welcomed writer and activist Natasha Devon MBE to the school for a series of talks to mark World Mental Health Day. Natasha is a writer, speaker and campaigner who has dedicated her life to promoting positive mental health, body image, gender and social equality. Named as one of the
Successful playwright visits King Edward’s Witley
Award-winning playwright Simon Stephens recently visited King Edward’s Witley to direct rehearsals of his play ‘Punk Rock.’ Stephen, who won the Olivier and Tony Award Best Play award for ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time’, visited the school following a meeting with Steve Gardner, head of lower school, to direct rehearsals of
King Edward’s Witley pupil supports Haslemere Hares project
A pupil from King Edward’s Witley has stepped in to offer his artistic skills to this year’s Haslemere Hares, an innovative community arts project designed to promote the town through the powerful medium of art. Harvey King, 14, grandson of Haslemere Hares organiser Brian Howard, took on the challenge of depicting the 12 labours of Hercules on
Excellent GCSE results for King Edward’s Witley
Against a national backdrop of anxiety over tougher exams, the mixed-ability day and boarding school, which was graded as Excellent in every area by inspectors in 2015, saw every one of its Year 11 pupils gain at least 5 9-4 (A*-C) grades or equivalent, with over 92% of subjects taken achieving the A*-C (9-4) benchmark,
King Edward’s Witley enjoys International Baccalaureate results
Students at King Edward’s Witley have exceeded the worldwide average score with their International Baccalaureate Diploma results. The Diploma programme is followed by the majority of the school’s Sixth Form pupils. Ching Ya Ho achieved a 44 points out of 45 and now intends to take a gap year before going to university in 2019. Remi
King Edward’s Witley pupils receive DofE Gold certificates
Seven former pupils and one current student from King Edward’s Witley travelled to Buckingham Palace recently to receive their Duke of Edinburgh’s (DofE) Gold Award. Megan Lewis, Matilda Moss, Charlie Howard, Will Kriehn, Alex Dean, Jonathan Bell and Ed Kernick attended the event, along with current sixth former Theo Negus. They discussed their experiences with
King Edward’s Witley appoints new deputy head
King Edward’s Witley has appointed a new deputy head. Zeba Clarke has taken the position with immediate effect and joins from King William’s College on the Isle of Man, where her duties included head of English and academic enrichment. She studied English language and literature, liberal arts and sciences and liberal studies at the University
Admissions Ceremony at King Edward’s Witley Officially Welcomes 151 New Pupils
Fur-trimmed robes and feathered hats, a Beadle, gold mace and huge silver ceremonial sword are not part of the usual school experience for an 11 year old. But for Alex, a new pupil at King Edward’s, Witley, it was all part of Admissions Day, the annual ceremony where pupils who have joined the famous Surrey school
International Pianist Delivers Masterclass at King Edwards Witley
Pupils at King Edward’s Witley were treated to an exceptional learning opportunity when Alexandra Vaduva, the celebrated pianist, delivered a music masterclass to pupils in Years 9-11. The inspiring coaching, followed by a short recital to students and staff, was made possible by the generosity of The Countess of Munster Musical Trust, founded by The
School Sports: The Benefits Beyond the Game
By Marc-Antony Eysele, Director of Sport, King Edward’s Witley Sport has long been an established part of all good schools’ curriculum and pupils have enjoyed a broad range of sporting activities over the years. Many of us will recall with pride our ‘PE’ lessons and occasions when we represented our school at events and will
New Head of Classics Appointed at King Edward’s Witley & Barrows Hills
Miss Emily Cattle has been appointed Head of Classics for King Edward’s Witley and its partner School, Barrow Hills. Miss Cattle, who previously taught Latin and Classical Civilisation at Lord Wandsworth College and Latin at Christ’s Hospital School (both boarding / day schools) takes up the new appointment in September, following a period working as
King Edward’s Witley Shares it’s Rich History During Heritage Open Days Event
King Edward’s Witley opened its doors to the general public last weekend to share its rich history with visitors, as part of the established national Heritage Open Days initiative. The event marked the first time the School has taken part in England’s favourite heritage festival and was particularly apposite given this year’s focus on the
Excellent GCSE Results for King Edward’s Witley
Pupils at King Edward’s Witley have celebrated excellent GCSE results. Bucking the national trend, the mixed-ability day and boarding School, which was graded as Excellent in every area by inspectors in 2015, saw virtually all its Year 11 pupils gain at least 5 A*-C grades, with almost 90% of subjects taken achieving the A*-C benchmark,
King Edward’s Witley Celebrate Return to A-Levels with Remarkable Results.
Eighteen students from King Edward’s Witley are celebrating their A-level results, published this morning. The pioneering pupils were the first cohort from King Edward’s to take the new A-level curriculum since it was reintroduced alongside the School’s established and highly successful International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, increasing the choice available to King Edward’s 180-strong Sixth Form.
King Edward’s Witley Appoints New Housemistress for Elizabeth House.
King Edward’s Witley has appointed Sharon Condy as the new Housemistress of Elizabeth house, one of the School’s senior girls boarding houses (for girls aged 13-19) effective from September 2017. Miss Condy is the former Assistant Housemistress of Elizabeth house and combines this role with her responsibilities as a teacher of Religious Studies, Philosophy and
King Edward Witley and Barrow Hills Appoints School Accountant
King Edward’s Witley and Barrow Hills School have appointed a new School accountant who will work across both school sites. Teresa Basi, who lives in Walton-on-Thames, joins the schools with extensive accountancy experience having previously worked in a variety of roles spanning the commercial finance, risk management, charity and government aid sectors. Mrs Basi, who
King Edward’s Witley Pupils’ Driving Change
It’s taken three years in the making and looks like the type of car that’s perfect for driving on a sunny day with the top down. However, this car relies on electricity for its fuel. The 100% electric powered eco-friendly car, created by staff and pupils at King Edward’s Witley, is a shining example of
The Appliance of Science – King Edward’s Pupils use their Skills to Solve Crime
A group of budding forensic scientists from King Edward’s Witley delved into the world of crime when their classroom was turned into a CSI lab to help solve the mystery of the missing “Cock House Cups’. The team of Year 9 students, armed with latex gloves and the contents of the school science cupboard, cast
Students turn up IB trumps at Kings Edward’s
International success came close to home as pupils at King Edward’s Witley received their International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma results published 6th July 2017. The Diploma programme – considered to be the global “gold standard” for school leavers – is followed by the majority of King Edward’s 180 Sixth Form pupils. Of the 94% of pupils who achieved
Pedal Power – King Edward’s Charity Euro Cycle Challenge
Rather than kicking back and relaxing after completing their demanding IB exams, four pupils from King Edward’s Witley chose to embark on a gruelling ten-day European cycling challenge, to raise funds for charity. Inspired by fellow pupil Ed Kernick’s epic Bridewell Bike Ride* in March 2016, the four Upper Sixth Form pupils dreamt up their
Former King Edward’s Witley Pupils Honoured By HRH Earl & Countess Of Wessex
Six former pupils of King Edward’s Witley (four of whom are from Surrey) were recently invited to Buckingham Palace to receive their Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards from HRH the Earl and Countess of Wessex. The six alumni, accompanied by Mr John Attwater, Headmaster at King Edward’s, left the School in 2016 and are all
Not Just Horsing Around…….. King Edwards Witley pupils’ Help out at the Lockwood Centre for Horses
Washing down and mucking out stables, cleaning up the paddocks and learning all about donkey and horse nutrition – it was certainly a school day with a difference for Year 8 pupils from King Edward’s Witley when they recently visited the Lockwood Centre for Horses & Donkeys in Witley. The Lockwood Centre (www.rspca.org.uk/local/lockwood-centre-for-horses-and-donkeys) which is run
King Edward’s Witley Celebrates Sporting Success in the First Tournament of the Year
King Edward’s Under 12 Futsal team is celebrating sporting success as runners up in the Surrey FA County Tournament this week. Their achievement on the field means they will now progress to the Final. The Tournament is open to all clubs and schools across Surrey, and included a Chelsea FC team. King Edward’s won four games
Mobile Phones in Schools: The Voice of Reason Calling
There is so much being said about students having mobile phones in school. Much of it is irritatingly irrelevant. Do we embrace technology as we are constantly reminded that ‘it is the future, after all’? Do we ban mobile phones completely from the school site? Or do we find a happy medium? I don’t think
King Edward Witley Marks 150 Years Anniversary with Planting of Holly Trees
April 2017 heralds the 150th anniversary of King Edward’s move to Witley and the School has embarked on a year of celebratory events to memorialise its long and rich history. On 20th April, the Mayors of Haslemere and Waverley were present as a holly tree was planted in King Edward’s Witley’s grounds to mark the date that
Powering the Future – At King Edwards Witley
Powering the future, alternative energy and harnessing the forces of nature were among the topics discussed at a recent Science Symposium at King Edward’s Witley in Surrey. Part of the School’s highly developed enrichment programme, the event was designed to encourage young people to engage in science and consider STEM career opportunities. The conference aimed
Former King Edward’s Witley Treasurer / Governor Appointed Sheriff of the City of London
Following his official inauguration as Sheriff of the City of London, Alderman Peter Estlin – former Treasurer and Governor of Bridewell Royal Hospital[1] and past Head Boy of King Edward’s Witley – recently invited representatives from King Edward’s Witley to join him at the exclusive Presentation of Addresses Ceremony in the Guildhall Art Gallery, London. King
New Assistant Bursar Role for King Edward’s Witley and Barrow Hills
Mr Adrian Maxey has been appointed Assistant Bursar with operational responsibility for both King Edward’s Witley and Barrow Hills. Mr Maxey, who was previously Head of Operations at Alton College and prior to that Facilities Manager for Southampton Solent University, has over 20 years’ facilities management / operational services experience within the education sector. The
King Edward’s pupils’ (virtual) trip of a lifetime!
Pupils at King Edward’s Witley were literally taken on the trip of a lifetime this week – when they were invited to trial Google’s new Virtual Reality software. New Head of Geography, Mr Thomas Campbell, arranged for Google to visit the School to demonstrate the company’s latest technology which allows users to embark upon tours
New Head of History for King Edward’s Witley
Matthew Bennett, an experienced Head of History, joins King Edward’s Witley to take up a similar role. Mr Bennett is the former Head of department at Eastbourne College and Rydal Penrhos (both of which are HMC co-educational independent boarding schools) and has been teaching History for seven years. His entry into the teaching profession followed
King Edward’s appoints new Director of Sport
Mr Marc-Antony Eysele has been appointed the new Director of Sport at King Edward’s Witley. Mr Eysele joins King Edwards from Ryde School with Upper Chine, an independent boarding and day school for children 11-18 on the Isle of Wight, where he was a Housemaster and Teacher of Sport, Teacher of Science and Head of
Record GCSE results for King Edward’s Witley
Pupils at King Edward’s School Witley have celebrated a year of record GCSE results. Bucking the national trend, the mixed-ability day and boarding School, which was graded as Excellent in every area by inspectors last year, saw virtually all its Year 11 pupils gain at least 5 A*-C grades, with over 90% of subjects taken
King Edward’s Witley Appoints New Head of Geography
Mr Thomas Campbell is the newly appointed Head of Geography at King Edward’s Witley. Mr Campbell, who takes up his new position in September 2016, joins King Edward’s from Langley Park School for Boys in Kent, where he has been working for the last six years. After graduating from Royal Holloway, University of London with
King Edward’s Witley Appoints New Housemaster
King Edward’s Witley has appointed Mr Daniel Tobias as the new Housemaster of Edward House, a Senior Boys’ Boarding house. The position will be effective from September 2016. Mr Tobias is currently the Assistant Housemaster and teaches English in a Senior Boys’ house at Monkton Senior School, Bath. Monkton is a co-educational independent boarding and
King Edward’s Witley Celebrates Outstanding IB Results
Pupils at King Edward’s Witley, are celebrating success in their International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma exams published 6th July 2016. The results represent the second-best set of grades since the School moved to an all-IB Sixth Form curriculum in 2011*. Almost three quarters of papers taken by students in the exam – considered to be the global “gold
Pupils From King Edward’s Witley Welcome Holocaust Survivor
Pre Sixth Form, Year 9 and Year 10 pupils from King Edward’s Witley met with Holocaust survivor, Rudi Oppenheimer as part of a visit organised by the Holocaust Educational Trust (HET). Mr Oppenheimer delivered a moving account of his life story, which included details of his harrowing wartime experiences living as a Jew during the
Dame Ann Murray To Perform In Concert In Aid Of The Sampson Centre For MS
The renowned mezzo-soprano opera singer, Dame Ann Murray is to perform in a concert at King Edward’s Witley, in aid of the Samson Centre for MS on 23rd June 2016. Dame Ann Murray – who as one of the great opera singers of the past few decades has a long and distinguished career which has seen her
Enjoying the Chelsea Flower Show experience, every day!
Colin Gould – Head Groundsman at King Edward’s Witley As the tension mounts amongst the many garden designers keen to showcase their best horticultural talents at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show, for people like Colin Gould, Head Groundsman at King Edward’s Witley, tending (acres of) stunning gardens is a year round responsibility. Colin –
King Edward’s Witley win national football title
In its first year of entering the competition, King Edward’s Witley has been crowned champions in the English Schools’ Football Association’s Premier League Under 16s Small Schools’ Cup for state and independent schools. The nail-biting final, against Blacon High School, Chester on Wednesday epitomized a game full of dramatic twist and turns. King Edward’s was
KING EDWARD’S CHAPEL CHOIR SINGS IN ICONIC VENICE VENUES
King Edward’s Witley’s Chapel Choir is used to hitting high notes, however during a recent visit to Venice their singing placed them on a completely different scale. During a cultural tour of Venice in March the choir had a rare opportunity to sing in some of the City’s most iconic buildings, including a concert in
PEDAL POWER – KING EDWARD’S PUPIL CYCLES FOR CHARITY
A King Edward’s Witley pupil has completed a solo 165km charity cycle challenge during Sport Relief weekend to raise funds for a charity close to his heart. Ed Kernick, 18, an Upper Sixth Form pupil at King Edward’s Witley, set himself a tough personal challenge to ride a route which features significant sites associated with
MURDER, MYSTERY AND A MADCAP DETECTIVE –KING EDWARD’S WITLEY STAGES ‘A SHOT IN THE DARK’
Senior school pupils at King Edward’s Witley had their moment in the spotlight when they took to the stage this month to showcase their talents in a production of ‘A Shot in the Dark’, an adaptation of the famous comedy film originally directed by Blake Edwards and the second installment in The Pink Panther series.
KING EDWARD’S WITLEY CELEBRATES WORLD BOOK DAY WITH CHILDREN’S AUTHOR VISIT
Budding writers and bookworms at King Edward’s Witley enjoyed a visit from children’s book author Kirsty Riddiford in celebration of World Book Day. Year 7 pupils participated in interactive workshops and activities with the author who talked about her passion for writing. Kirsty provided insights into how to develop a theme, shared tips on how to
King Edward’s Witley Pupils Learn Beyond the Classroom with DofE Awards
The days of schools being 100% focused solely on academic prowess is fast becoming an outdated concept. Today there is an expectation for the school to assist in developing the whole child, rather than just focus on cramming for exam success and as a result, parents are increasingly reviewing the extra curricular activities and pastoral
King Edward’s Witley Hit By Virtual Snowstorm
It was an early start on the morning of Thursday, 26th November, for the senior management teams of both the School and its caterers, Holroyd Howe, when, without warning, a virtual snow storm hit King Edward’s as a test of the School’s Disaster Recovery Plan for this essential area of School life. The scenario implemented was of
King Edward’s Witley Hosts Sir Isaac Newton Workshop
Science lessons will never be the same for year 7 and 8 pupils at King Edward’s Witley, as well as visiting year 6 and 7 pupils from Barrow Hills and other local prep and primary schools, after ‘Sir Isaac Newton’ paid a visit to the School to talk about his life and achievements! The Sir
King Edward’s Witley Honours Alumni at Act of Remembrance Service
As the nation remembered and honoured those who sacrificed themselves to secure and protect the UK’s freedom this Remembrance Sunday (8th November 2015), pupils and staff at King Edward’s Witley hosted their own traditional Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial at the front of the School on Wednesday 11th November, Armistice Day. The names of the
King Edward’s Witley Appoints New Academic Director of Sixth Form and IB
Richard Arch, a former Economics teacher at a London independent day school for girls, has joined King Edward’s Witley to take up the position of Academic Director of Sixth Form and IB. Mr Arch, who has been teaching for 21 years has previous experience as an IB Co-ordinator, following six years of employment at the
King Edward’s Witley Appoints Angus Macmillan in Housemaster Role
King Edward’s Witley is delighted to announce the appointment of Angus Macmillan in a combined role as Housemaster of Wakefield House and Teacher of Design & Technology. Mr Macmillan, a graduate of Loughborough University, spent eight years as Head of Design & Technology at Alleyn’s, a London independent co-educational day school, and has amassed a
King Edward’s Witley on the Real Benefits of School Sports
Establishing a strong school sports programme requires a considerable outlay in financial terms. Playing fields, courts and halls, ground staff, specialist sports coaches, sports clothes and equipment do not come cheap and there is of course also the considerable investment in time from both staff and pupils. Given the significant level of commitment required, should
King Edward’s Witley Unveils Newly Renovated WWI War Memorial
King Edward’s Witley’s World War One memorial has been restored to its former glory 95 years after it was first erected at the School’s beautiful 100-acre site in rural Surrey. In memory of the 94 former pupils and staff who died in the Great War 1914-1919, the monument was originally commissioned by the School’s alumni
King Edward’s Witley Celebrates GCSE Results
Students at King Edward’s Witley are celebrating their GCSE results this year. Almost all pupils (95.5%) at the mixed ability day and boarding school achieved five A*-C grades which sets them up for further study at A-level or the International Baccalaureate. Personal triumphs included Surrey pupils Izzy Watson from Godalming (8A*, 1A, 1B) and Tom Martis-Jones
King Edward’s Witley Celebrates Outstanding IB Results
Pupils at King Edward’s Witley, are celebrating success in their International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma exams published 6th July 2015. For the second year running an impressive 75% of subjects taken in the exam – considered to be the global “gold standard” for school leavers – were graded at the equivalent to A-level A*-B grades. Carolin Hunkemoeller
King Edward’s Witley Pupils Exhibit Alongside Damien Hirst
Sixth Form Visual Arts students studying for the International Baccalaureate at King Edward’s Witley, have been invited to exhibit their work at the contemporary Lightbox Gallery and museum, Chobham Road, Woking until 28 June 2015. The stunning creations were developed in response to an earlier visit to the Lightbox Gallery, to view some of the
King Edward’s Witley’s Football Team Score Big
After spending nineteen years at King Edward’s Witley, there is not a lot that Mr Andrew Wyciechowski does not know about coaching 11-18 year old boys and girls! Andrew originally joined on a part-time basis as an in-house football coach and after six years, went on to become Assistant Housemaster for Edward House, one of the nine boarding houses
King Edward’s Witley Asks: Does Social Media Rule Your Child?
Parents frequently despair that their children seem to have limited interest in the art of good conversation, yet the current younger generation cannot be accused of not communicating – far from it, they are inundated with opportunities to communicate via the plethora of social media channels now available to them. E-safety is the buzzword used
King Edward’s Witley: In Search of Lost Time
Why the new linear A Levels provide an exciting opportunity for schools. Teachers of a certain age could be forgiven for some Proustian nostalgia not prompted by a Madeleine cake, but by the prospect of a return to linear A Levels. The notion that once more the Summer term of the Lower Sixth would be
King Edward’s Witley Housemasters Join Forces To Create Pioneering Pastoral Care Software
An innovative and pioneering new software package destined to revolutionise the way in which Housemasters and Housemistresses manage their boarding houses is being unveiled this week. Developed by two Housemasters, the new software is designed to maximise the time invested in pastoral care by drastically reducing the hours traditionally spent on the administration tasks associated
King Edward’s School Witley’s Head On ‘Creating A Global Perspective’
Creating a global perspective Much has been made recently by Ofsted and the Government of the requirement for all schools, state maintained and independent, to promote fundamental British values, capturing that elusive sense of what it is to be British while including the diversity of cultures and faiths which make up Britain today, and the
King Edward’s Witley Staff Celebrate Grade One Challenge Success
11 teachers, two months, one challenge: to learn a new musical instrument and pass a Grade One exam Eleven members of staff at King Edward’s Witley – including the Headmaster – took on the Grade One Challenge at the beginning of the year and recently celebrated a 100% pass rate! Learning a brand new instrument in such
King Edward’s Witley £1m Refurbishment Investment
King Edward’s Witley, the leading Godalming based independent boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 11-18, has just embarked upon a £1m investment programme to create an outstanding co-educational boarding and day house for its Lower School (Year 7 & 8) pupils. Starting this Easter, the project involves the refurbishment of the
King Edward’s Witley Raises Money for The Meath Trust
Godalming based charity The Meath Trust received a boost to its fund–raising efforts this week, following the presentation of a cheque for £1,941.02 representing money raised by pupils and staff at King Edward’s Witley. The Meath Trust – which aims to enhance the lives of people who have complex epilepsy and related disabilities – was the
King Edward’s Witley Puts on a Great Performance of Guys and Dolls
Guys and Dolls is a series of sharp comic sketches that dissolve into great song and dance numbers, the plot dividing between the men – chancer Nathan Detroit and high-roller Sky Masterson – and the women: showgirl Miss Adelaide, Nathan’s fiancé for 14 long years, and Sarah Brown, the prim and proper Salvation Army sergeant
King Edward’s Witley and Barrow Hills Announce Merger
The Governing Bodies of King Edward’s Witley and Barrow Hills School are delighted to announce a merger of the two Witley Schools’ foundations with effect from September 2015. The decision to merge the respective charities makes formal a close relationship that has been forged between the schools over many years and opens the way
King Edward’s Witley hosts Taste Food Festival
Brand new food and craft festival taking place Sunday 22nd March 2015 Treat your taste buds to a truly splendid gastronomic experience by visiting ‘Taste’, an exciting new food and crafts festival hosted by King Edward’s School in Witley. The event is being run by seasoned event organisers Splendid Fairs and Festivals and is
King Edward’s Witley Welcomes Author Jon Robinson
Fans of fast-paced psychological thrillers are in for a treat when acclaimed author Jon Robinson visits King Edward’s Witley on World Book Day, Thursday 5th March 2015. With his debut novel ‘Nowhere’ hailed by The Guardian as “Thrilling and chilling in equal measure – a tense and gripping page turner.” The author of the action-packed ‘Nowhere’
King Edward’s Witley Enjoys Taste Of Success At Rotary Young Chef Competition 2015!
A pupil from King Edward’s Witley has made it through to the Regional Final of the Rotary Young Chef Competition 2015. The heat was turned up last Saturday, 7th February, when 4th Form day pupil, Tom Harmsworth, 14, competed with pupils from other local schools in a battle to showcase their culinary skills. The District Final, which was
King Edward’s Witley Appoints New Head Of Art
King Edward’s Witley kicks off the New Year with the appointment of a new Head of Art, Mrs Caroline Shouksmith. Mrs Shouksmith brings a wealth of experience to the role, having worked as an Art Teacher for over sixteen years, with a specialist interest in photography. Part of the remit for the new Head of Art
King Edward’s Witley Offers Free Sixth Form IB Scholarship Place In 2015
King Edward’s Witley – a local leading independent boarding and day school for girls and boys aged 11-18 – is offering an academic scholarship (by competitive entry) to a Sixth Form day pupil. The successful applicant will study for the prestigious two year International Baccalaureate Diploma with their tuition fees waived. The scholarship, which is
King Edward’s Witley: A Day in the Life of a Housemaster
A day in the life of a Housemaster If you thought keeping your family in order was a full time job, spare a thought for Andrew Day, Housemaster at leading independent boarding and day school King Edward’s Witley. In addition to his own brood (comprising his wife and two and a half year old daughter),
King Edward’s Witley provides laundry excellence
Next time someone in your house complains about doing the washing or ironing a few shirts, spare a thought for Karine Butcher, Laundry Manager at King Edward’s Witley, a boarding school for girls and boys aged 11-18 near Godalming, Surrey. Every week (apart from school holidays) Karine and her team of three are tasked with completing
King Edward’s Witley Pioneers New IELTS Qualification
King Edward’s Witley is the first school in the UK to roll out a new course that aims to equip international pupils with an improved English Language qualification, designed to enhance their application for university. Although schools are not obliged to offer any form of specialist English qualification to their international pupil intake, King Edward’s
Former King Edward’s Witley Pupil Celebrates Oxford Success
22-year-old former King Edward’s Witley pupil Andrew Baxter from Elstead, Surrey joins the academic elite after having achieved a first class degree in Chemistry from Oxford University. He joins an illustrious list of former Oxford graduates, including David Cameron, J.R.R. Tolkien, Stephen Hawking, creator of the Internet Sir Tim Berners-Lee, scientists Robert Hooke and Robert
King Edward’s Witley Welcomes Chocolate Guru
Chocolate Guru Sweet Talks Sixth Form Pupils Sixth Form pupils and staff at King Edward’s Witley were in for a real treat last Friday 10th October, when cocoa farmer and chocolate guru Duane Dove visited the School. Duane delighted pupils and staff speaking about his entrepreneurial journey to set up the first and only single estate
King Edward’s Witley’s IB Verdict
Verdict On The IB, Almost 50 Years On … Now approaching its 47th year milestone, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma was originally devised to provide a continuous Sixth Form education for the sons and daughters of professionals such as diplomats, missionaries or leaders operating within international /multinational organizations, whose jobs required them to relocate
King Edward’s Witley Celebrates 10 Years Of IB
King Edward’s Witley Celebrates 10 Years Of The IB Diploma A celebration to mark the 10th anniversary of the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) running at King Edward’s Witley took place on Saturday 27th September 2014. The event saw Alumni of the programme from both the UK and overseas congregate at the School for a special
King Edward’s Witley Opens Business Centre
Former Lord Mayor Of The City Of London To Open New Business And Finance Centre At King Edward’s Witley Bringing the cut and thrust of city life into the School … Alderman Sir David Wootton, Lord Mayor of the City of London in HM The Queen’s Jubilee Year and Vice President of Bridewell
King Edward’s Witley Strengthens Learning Support Team
King Edward’s Witley announces the appointment of Mrs Sheila Butler, who joins the School as Head of Learning Support and SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator). Mrs Butler studied History at the University of Cardiff before following a PGCE at Exeter University. She takes up the role at King Edward’s Witley having held a Deputy SENCO
King Edward’s Witley Hosts 6th Form Evening
Options For Sixth Form Event: Students Offered Guidance On Sixth Form Study Opportunities At King Edward’s Witley King Edward’s Witley opened its doors to the public earlier this month to showcase the breadth of study options for Sixth form students attending the School, including the new reformed A-levels offering that will run alongside the longstanding International Baccalaureate
King Edward’s Witley Appoints New Director Of Music
King Edward’s Witley is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Director of Music. Mr. Stasio Sliwka will join the School at the start of the 2014-15 academic year. Mr. Stasio Sliwka has been appointed as Director of Music from September 2014. Mr. Sliwka previously taught music and directed the choir at Downe
King Edward’s Witley Appoints New Deputy Head
King Edward’s Witley is pleased to announce the appointment of a new deputy head. Mr. James Hole will join the School at the start of the 2014-15 academic year from Cheltenham Ladies’ College. Mr. James Hole takes up the post of Deputy Head (Academic) from September 2014. Mr. Hole was previously at Cheltenham Ladies’ College
King Edward’s Witley Bucks the National Trend With Record GCSE Results
GCSE Statistics Overall Pass rate (A*-G): 100% Subjects graded A*-C: 92% % Pupils gaining 5 A*-C grades: 93.3% % Pupils gaining 5A*-C grades including Maths & English: 91.1% % A*-A grades: 39% Boys narrow the gap at top grades but girls still remain in the lead Students at King Edward’s Witley are celebrating record
King Edward’s Witley Celebrates IB Results
King Edward’s Witley Pupils Celebrate Outstanding IB Results Pupils at King Edward’s Witley, are celebrating achieving an outstanding 100% pass rate in their International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma exams published 6 July 2014. An impressive 75% of grades in the exam – considered to be the global “gold standard” for school leavers – were at
Better results than ever for IB pupils at King Edward’s School Witley
Headmaster, Kerr Fulton-Peebles, commented ‘These results are a resounding endorsement of our decision to choose the IB Diploma as the sole curriculum for our young men and women from 2010. Not only does it give the opportunity to stretch the most able, it is accessible to all of our pupils. The preparation which it provides
King Edward’s School hosts Maths Challenge and Science Day
The schools involved were Barrow Hills; St James’ Elstead; Rokeby School, Kingston; St Edmund’s School, Hindhead; Bishopsgate School, Egham; Holy Trinity, Guildford; St Andrew’s, Woking; Hall Grove, Bagshot and Pennthorpe School, Rudgwick. The laboratories were buzzing with groups who had to have ‘nerves of steel’ producing electronic devices to test the steadiness of their hands,
King Edward School’s trip to Thailand
This was the second time that King Edward’s had supported the school, having built them an extension to their Canteen and a new washroom block in 2006. The majority of Prapan-Aree Hongsakul School pupils are from the Lahu Hill tribes who have been allowed to settle there by the Thai Government. The whole area
