Wykehamists spend their formative years at a school that is known for its academic excellence, and a distinctive culture. But what does that really mean to a teenage boy, and why do they love it here?
Oli
Year 12
I have experienced the huge benefits of learning in an institution that recognises the importance of individuals and encourages you to try different things.
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Felipe
Year 13
Central to my time at Winchester has been the Community Service programme. I enjoy the openness of our involvement and the need to constantly think of the extra things I can do to help.
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Ollie
Year 13
To me, fly fishing on the River Itchen has been one of the most special experiences during my time at the College.
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Austin
Senior Prefect, Year 13
If you are someone who will seize every opportunity possible – Winchester is a great place to be.
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Carson
Year 11
I’m part of the Natural History Society and every other Tuesday we go out to the local nature reserve which is fantastic, but even better is that over the last two years we have gone to Scotland and Namibia to see the wildlife which was incredible.
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Ivar
Year 11
I wanted to come to Winchester because I loved the range of sports - I spend most of my free time either out playing football or Fives, or socialising with friends around the house.
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Oliver
Year 12
Winchester felt far more personal than any of the larger schools I looked at. The grounds are beautiful and I love that the only commute to lessons is a five minute walk.
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Sebastian
Year 9
Our Design Technology centre, known as Mill, is the best aspect of the entire school for me. Mill’s facilities include two 3D printers, a metalworks and welding section, a carpentry area with sanders and cutters. Not forgetting my personal favourite, the laser cutter.
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Sebastian
Year 11
In my free time, I have been involved in play rehearsals for an upcoming play, but I like to play squash and tennis and enjoy meeting friends in town.
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Wilfred
Year 11
In my boarding house, the first year boys start in rooms of four. This made it easy to get to know people quickly. They swap roommates every term, so that by the end of the first year, you will have shared a room with most people in your house year.
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Will
Year 9
I love the atmosphere of a lazy Sunday. You can go in to town, play football or do whatever you like.
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