Ray Morgan at Winston
Ray Morgan, Chief Executive of Woking Borough Council and his Deputy Douglas Spinks, visited Winston on Tuesday 19th March for a briefing regarding our proposed building project. We were able to provide a preview of the building, including a virtual tour, as well as walking the site and looking at the potential to make a difference for the students at Winston and those in other schools. The presentation was received with enthusiasm.
The project is being launched to parents on Thursday 21st April at 7.00pm in the Main Hall. Everyone is welcome.
Year 9 Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Expedition
You really know Spring has properly arrived when the Duke of
Edinburgh expeditions start! This year is no exception, especially at the
Winston Churchill School. On 14th and 15th April a group of Year 9 students, together with
staff, went on a walking expedition around Shere, an area of outstanding natural
beauty. Our start was Newlands Corner with the aim to arrive at Bentley Copse campsite
by 4 pm.
Each student took turns with navigation, were able to develop
map reading skills as well as aiming to arrive at each checkpoint within the
required time. After walking for 4 and a half hours, we safely arrived at
our destination. Students got themselves organised in pairs, setting up their
tents and cooking their dinner. Gathering wood for the campfire was our next task. It was a
problem solving situation since we had to find wood which was most suitable for
burning. Molly sorted it out by using dead green pine tree branches which set
ablaze beautifully. Toasting marshmallows was a very enjoyable, delicious
experience!
The next day found us with wet tents and dismantling camp in
less favourable conditions. Still after breakfast, we were all ready to start
again. We walked through rain and muddy footpaths, following a route which
eventually led us to our destination.
Well done to all students who participated!
