With over 50 pupil-led clubs and societies, Winchester offers a vibrant range of opportunities. These include academic enrichment groups such as the Psychology, Theology & Philosophy and Aeronautical societies, Maths and Science Olympiad prep, or Classical Society which encourage intellectual exploration beyond the classroom.
Beyond academics, pupils can also immerse themselves in extra curricular activities like SCUBA, Futsal or BEAT Society, as well as purely recreational clubs such as Warhammer Society.
Winchester’s vibrant co-curricular life is a cornerstone of our full boarding model and a distinctive part of how we nurture independent, original thinkers.
Please find a full list of our societies below.
Pupils actively support the local Winchester community by engaging with a diverse range of groups such as children, the elderly, people with disabilities, and the vulnerable.
The extensive Community Service programme reflects our enduring commitment to the value of service and cultivates empathy, communication, collaboration, and a broader understanding of the world beyond the classroom.
Pupils engage in a wide range of activities such as educational support in local primary, secondary and special needs schools; supporting refugees; environmental initiatives like rewilding and butterfly conservation; arts and music outreach; and working at the local night shelter.
Winchester has a strong tradition of military leadership, from gap-year commissions all the way up to Chief of the Defence Staff.
CCF offers enjoyable challenge and valuable skills such as first aid, leadership and teamwork, to carry into university and the workplace.
Pupils can choose to join the Army, Navy, RAF or Royal Marines section. The CCF also runs weekends away, expeditions and adventure training, as well as competitions such as the Field Gun Race and the Pringle Trophy competition.
Makyth Ventures is Winchester College’s entrepreneurship and innovation hub for curious, creative, and driven pupils. It provides tools and support to turn bold business ideas into reality.
Key features of the programme include events with successful Old Wykehamists sharing real-world startup insights and skill-building sessions to guide pupils from idea to first revenue.
MV also supports internship opportunities with leading UK startups and runs MV Ignite, a pitching competition for pupils to launch their own startup ideas.
The programme runs year-round, encouraging innovation, initiative, and real entrepreneurial experience.
