Westonbirt School Appoints Dina Porovic as New Head, Starting January 2026
Westonbirt School Appoints Dina Porovic as New Head, Starting January 2026 Westonbirt School is pleased to announce the appointment of Dina Porovic as the school’s 10th Head, starting in January 2026. After a comprehensive recruitment process, Dina emerged as the leading candidate in a very strong field, impressing the selection panel with her strong alignment […]
A Unique Insight: Westonbirt Students at the Houses of Parliament
A Unique Insight: Westonbirt Students at the Houses of Parliament 13 March 2025 Westonbirt’s Tea & Politics group was privileged to visit the House of Lords, courtesy of an invitation from Baroness Garden of Frognal. A former Westonbirt pupil, Baroness Garden currently serves as Deputy Speaker of the House of Lords, specialising in Education, Employment, […]
From Past to Present: Reviving Westonbirt’s Arboreal Glory with a special family connection
From Past to Present: Reviving Westonbirt’s Arboreal Glory with a special family connection For years, the landscape of Westonbirt School has been synonymous with some of the most significant and distinguished trees in the area. With a magnificent array of specimen trees, Robert Holford, followed by his son George, planted one of the most inspired […]
Safer Internet Day 2025: helping to manage online risk and safer practices in the school
Safer Internet Day 2025: helping to manage online risk and safer practices in the school Young people are lucky enough to have access to an incredible array of technology; they have, permanently at their fingertips, the ability to research topics, analyse information, be endlessly creative, connect with others and an almost infinite range of further […]
Theo’s Inspiring ‘Theo-athon’ Raises Vital Funds for Cavernoma Alliance UK
Theo’s Inspiring ‘Theo-athon’ Raises Vital Funds for Cavernoma Alliance UK 22nd January 2025 A remarkable fundraising event, the “Theo-athon,” has captured the hearts of many, as 11-year-old Theo and his family embark on a challenging journey to raise awareness and funds for Cavernoma Alliance UK. This courageous effort follows Theo’s harrowing experience with a rare […]
“Set to rival some of the more established through schools in the south-west”: Westonbirt School receives great new review from the Good Schools Guide
“Set to rival some of the more established through schools in the south-west”: Westonbirt School receives great new review from the Good Schools Guide The Good Schools Guide, which reviews 1,300 schools, covering state and independent, boarding and day, mainstream and special sectors, has provided impartial reviews for parents for the last 35 years. In […]
Westonbirt School Equestrian Team Rides to Success in 2024
Westonbirt School Equestrian Team Rides to Success in 2024 Westonbirt’s equestrian team has experienced significant growth and success over the past few years, with 2024 marking a particularly outstanding year. Despite the school not having its own equestrian facilities or providing riding tuition onsite, the team is open to pupils from Year 4 to Year […]
Westonbirt holds breaking ground ceremony as work commences on new Prep School buildings
Westonbirt holds breaking ground ceremony as work commences on new Prep School buildings Staff and pupils at Westonbirt School celebrated today as RJ Leighfield ‘broke ground’ officially starting the construction of two new state of the art Prep School buildings. This exciting development marks a significant milestone in the school’s commitment to providing an exceptional […]
Jonathan Travis appointed as new Deputy Head (Academic) at Westonbirt School
Jonathan Travis appointed as new Deputy Head (Academic) at Westonbirt School Summer 2025 will see a new face in the leadership team at Westonbirt School. The key role of Deputy Head (Academic) will be taken up in July by Mr Jonathan Travis. He joins the school from the British School of Guangzhou where he is […]
Alumnus Jonathan Bryan recognised in Disability Power 100 list
Alumnus Jonathan Bryan recognised in Disability Power 100 list Huge congratulations to former student Jonathan Bryan, who has been included in this year’s Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 list. Jonathan, who is 18, left Westonbirt School Sixth Form in Summer 2024 and is now studying creative writing at Bath Spa University. Recognised for his work […]
Westonbirt Lecture Series Welcomes Kate Silverton
Westonbirt Lecture Series welcomes Kate Silverton Last Friday, the Westonbirt Lecture Series continued its tradition of hosting remarkable speakers with a visit from special guest Kate Silverton. Known for her illustrious career as a BBC broadcaster and journalist, Kate has reported from conflict zones in Iraq and Afghanistan, mingled with Hollywood stars at the Oscars, […]
Geography students embark on an unforgettable Icelandic adventure
Geography students embark on an unforgettable Icelandic adventure This October half-term, 49 enthusiastic Geography students from Years 10-12 embarked on an extraordinary educational trip to Iceland, immersing themselves in the country’s unique geological wonders. Over six action-packed days, the students explored a variety of natural phenomena. They visited geothermal areas, mud pots, and lava pools, […]