Wincanton's focused community website, providing news and information including a full calendar

News » Schools/Children

Joint Music Trip to Germany a Great Success

Tue 16 Nov 2010
By Holly Austin, Emma Fletcher
Joint Music Trip to Germany a Great Success

Forty students from King Arthur’s and twenty from Sexey's spent half-term on an action packed trip to Germany. There they sang, played their instruments, performed at concerts, cruised down the Rhine, visited our German twin town Lahnau and had a wonderful time exploring another country and making new friends.

Pupils Learn From Crime Scene

Tue 16 Nov 2010
By Western Gazette
Pupils Learn From Crime Scene

Children at Wincanton Primary had a close-up view of police work when the school grounds were turned into a crime scene as part of a citizenship project last week. Year 5 and 6 children started their school day as normal on Wednesday but had no idea the dummy crime scene had been set up by teachers and police officers.

Excalibur Newsletter - October 2010

Mon 8 Nov 2010
By Dave Smith
Excalibur Newsletter - October 2010

The October 2010 edition of the King Arthur's School monthly newsletter, Excalibur, is now available on their web site.

Excalibur Newsletter - September 2010

Wed 13 Oct 2010
By Dave Smith
Excalibur Newsletter - September 2010

The September 2010 edition of the King Arthur's School monthly newsletter, Excalibur, is now available on their web site.

Open Day at King Arthur's School

Tue 12 Oct 2010
By John Baxter
Open Day at King Arthur's School

Parents and children from the surrounding primary schools visit King Arthur's before deciding which secondary school to apply for. The Window goes along to see what is on offer.

Leadership Changes Coming at King Arthur's

Thu 30 Sep 2010
By John Baxter
Leadership Changes Coming at King Arthur's

Head Teacher Tamra Bradbury is leaving King Arthur's at Christmas time and her successor as Acting Head will be Emma Wilkes, currently Deputy Head. The Window interviews both of them.

KA Class of 2008 - Where Are They Now?

Thu 30 Sep 2010
By James Phillips
KA Class of 2008 - Where Are They Now?

The class of 2008 was, at the time, the most successful year group ever to leave King Arthur's. It's been two years since they left and this article provides an update on what some of them have been up to, what they have achieved and what they are planning for the future.

Bruton School For Girls Art Exhibition

Tue 28 Sep 2010
By John Baxter
Bruton School For Girls Art Exhibition

This year Bruton School for Girls has taken the bold and unusual step of laying on an exhibition of students' work as part of Somerset Art Weeks. Open 27th Sept to First October. Everyone is invited to see this vibrant and attractive show by young artists.

James Phillips - Off to Oxford

Tue 21 Sep 2010
By John Baxter
James Phillips - Off to Oxford

Former KA and Bishop Wordsworth student James Phillips is interviewed about his school experiences before he leaves to take up a place at Exeter College Oxford.

Friends of King Arthur's Car Boot Sale

Thu 16 Sep 2010
By Emma Harrison
Friends of King Arthur's Car Boot Sale

After the success of our first Car Boot Sale in May the Friends of King Arthur's are holding another on the 25th September - so empty your cupboards and garage and make some money!

Baby Singing & Signing Classes to Start in Wincanton

Sun 5 Sep 2010
By Laura Goodwin
Baby Singing & Signing Classes to Start in Wincanton

I enjoyed going to singing and signing classes with my son so much, I have decided to become a teacher and pass on my expertise. My classes will start in Wincanton and Bruton in September.

At Both A Level and GCSE Bruton School for Girls Has Excellent Results

Sun 29 Aug 2010
By John Baxter
At Both A Level and GCSE Bruton School for Girls Has Excellent Results

This year showed the girls of BSG performing extremely well.

King Arthur's GCSE Results Show High Standards Continue

Wed 25 Aug 2010
By John Baxter
King Arthur's GCSE Results Show High Standards Continue

Another good set of GCSE examination results was celebrated this year. Nearly 62% of students achieved five or more A* - C grades.

Did You Attend Wincanton Primary School?

Mon 2 Aug 2010
By Sarah Martin
Did You Attend Wincanton Primary School?

Deputy-Head Sarah Martin is appealing for old boys and girls of the school to share their stories, photos or artifacts with today's children.

Thriving Music Department Puts On Another Musical Extravaganza

Wed 28 Jul 2010
By Music Department Staff
Thriving Music Department Puts On Another Musical Extravaganza

On the balmy evening of Thursday 8th July students, staff and parents alike were treated to a riveting programme of music at King Arthur's Community School, Wincanton.

Former KA Student Graduates First Class at Bristol University

Sun 18 Jul 2010
By John Baxter
Former KA Student Graduates First Class at Bristol University

Becky Fellows, former King Arthur's student, has gone on to graduate with First Class Honours in Biology from Bristol University. She has now been selected for the prestigious fast track teaching scheme, Teach First.

Families Turn Out to Support Our Lady of Mount Carmel School

Fri 16 Jul 2010
By Mandy Cochrane
Families Turn Out to Support Our Lady of Mount Carmel School

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Primary School enjoyed good support for their annual Summer Fete and raised funds for the PTFA with stalls and entertainment.

Join the Great Wincanton Primary Painting Party

Fri 9 Jul 2010
By John Baxter
Join the Great Wincanton Primary Painting Party

Don't miss this chance to make a real difference to Wincanton Primary School by helping Head Teacher Graeme Wilson and Deputy Sarah Martin by joining the Painting Party on Saturday 17th July.

Meet Graeme Wilson, Wincanton Primary's New Head Teacher

Fri 9 Jul 2010
By John Baxter
Meet Graeme Wilson, Wincanton Primary's New Head Teacher

Wincanton Primary has an energetic new Headteacher. Graeme Wilson has now been in post for two terms. In this profile we explore his background and plans for the school.

Shakespeare in the Open Air at Bruton School for Girls

Sat 3 Jul 2010
By John Baxter
Shakespeare in the Open Air at Bruton School for Girls

In a cast drawn from across the school, the girls of BSG took part in a witty and elegant production of A Midsummer Night's Dream in contemporary dress. See the pictures right here, right now.

© 2009 Wincanton Window    -    Site designed, hosted and maintained by Link-2