WYKEHAM JOURNAL 2024
I attained my black belt in karate, enjoyed badminton, tried new sports like yoga and cricket, and tried new things; ekker pushed me to keep exploring and discovering. I met some of my best friends, and they are among the most funny, kind, and lovely people I know. Winchester College without its people would be a set of old buildings, just another‘ privileged’ institution to mock; but it’ s more than that. The real privilege was in the people and the experience. It was priceless. Being among ancient buildings, with such invested dons, is wonderful but just the surface. Beneath that is a wealth of connection and support. I have many wonderful friends at university, but I also regularly see OWs. I don’ t know who I would be without them.
THE GIRLS ' BOARDING HOUSES
From September 2026, sixth form girls will have the opportunity for the full boarding experience when Winchester College opens the first new boarding house in over a century. The second girls’ house will open in 2027.
The school’ s first Housemistress, Mrs Katherine Cole, has been appointed and will join the staff later in 2025 to help plan for this exciting new phase in the history of the school.
Applications for entry into the sixth form in 2026 – for both boys and girls – are open now:
Scan the QR code or visit winchestercollege. org / sixth-form
My sense of self is established. I found such kindness in Trant’ s, a school house and a second home.
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