The Rotary Club of Wellington has made the latest donation from its fundraising efforts and the recipient was Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School. Members of the school’s Pupil Council are pictured (above) receiving a cheque for £250. With them are Miles Halliwell, Club Secretary, and the school’s Operations Lead, Laura Burrow. The money has already …
Performing Arts at Wellington School have been celebrated with A Night at the Oscars. The school reports: “Seventy-five students were in attendance and each and every one has significant involvement in the arts – either as a scholar, taking a GCSE or A Level, or having taken part in several productions. “There were 11 performances, …
The Headteacher of Court Fields School, Polly Matthews, has reported another success story in this week’s Parent Bulletin. She writes: “I’m delighted to say that we have been recognised by the Pearson Teaching Awards 2026 with a Bronze Award in the Secondary School of the Year category. “This is a fantastic achievement and recognition of …
Wellesley Park Primary School is celebrating a successful Ofsted inspection, with inspectors recognising the school as “effective and improving”. The report also praises its strong Early Years provision – including its new nursery for children aged from nine months. Headteacher Carly Wilkins paid tribute to her staff, saying the report “reflects the unwavering dedication, professionalism …
Wellington School is celebrating more national success. It reports: “Following the Regional Finals of the National Youth Monologue Competition, we are absolutely delighted to announce that Annabelle (Year 9) has been selected as a National Finalist, an outstanding achievement in what is an incredibly competitive national competition. “We are also thrilled that Wellington School has …
The former captain of cricket at Wellington School has been mixing with some of the game’s top players. The school reports: “Will – 2024 leaver and 1st XI cricket captain – was selected to bowl at the England men as part of their preparation for the Test matches starting on 4th June against New Zealand. …
The first half of the Summer Term at Court Fields School included the traditional whole school applause for Year 11 students ahead of their exams. Good luck to them next month and happy Half Term to all the students and staff. Read the latest Parent Bulletin via this link: https://tinyurl.com/r86jdyzj *** Around Wellington’s School News …
Year 1 pupils at Wellington School had a wonderful trip to The Museum of Somerset in Taunton. The school reports: “Children enjoyed lots of interactive activities, exploring 400 million years of history and learning all sorts about castles. “Being able to stand inside a real castle, rather than simply reading about one, helped bring their …
The Headteacher of Court Fields School, Polly Matthews, has welcomed the go-ahead for a £4.5 million expansion. Somerset Council has approved the scheme which will create 150 new places, taking the school’s number of students to 1,050. Mrs Matthews told Around Wellington: “I’m thrilled to hear confirmation that Somerset Council will support the school’s expansion, …
Wellington Silver Band opened their spring concert season last night (Saturday) with a varied programme of music and some sea shanties by the Hapless Sailors. The concert in Wellington School’s Great Hall was the first under new Musical Director, Colin Dance, and delivered a programme including music from films and from the popular band’s music …
It’s been another busy and productive week at Court Fields School and you can read all about it in the latest Parent Bulletin by CLICKING HERE. *** Around Wellington’s School News is sponsored by Wellington School.
