Moulded in Clay
Inspired by Mr Hartop's description, from the short story 'The Mill', as 'moulded in clay', 11CE practised their descriptive and analytical writing skills in today's lesson.
They first moulded faces out of salt dough and wrote out descriptions of their characters. Then they swapped with their peers and analysed their use of language to uncover the personalities of the characters they had unknowingly created.
Students not only demonstrated the English skills they have been developing over their time at Winston, but also their open-mindedness to approach these skills in a different manner.
Mr D. Fisher
Teacher of English & Latin
Alice
Since their return in September, a small group of students from all year groups have been pulling together to produce their own school production. The show, titled 'Alice', showcases the incredible talent and resourcefulness present in each student at The Winston Churchill School.
The play, an original piece of work written by pupils, enlists young people with a wide range of specialisms. Allowing students to express and share skills in acting, directing, set design, concept art, writing, technical support, dance, project management and leadership.
The performance follows the story of Alice, a war photographer and investigative journalist living through the 20th century, as she experiences the evolution of women's rights through the lens of a camera. After losing her father following the events of the Wall Street crash, Alice leaves her small-town American life in the hopes of taking photographs for a living. Upon achieving her dream, she quickly discovers that witnessing the events of history unfold isn't as glamorous as it sounds, as she comes face to face with the true human condition.
From the aftermath of Hiroshima to the final speech of JFK, the sinister side of our collective history takes its toll on Alice, as she finds out just how deep the rabbit hole goes.
From the aftermath of Hiroshima to the final speech of JFK, the sinister side of our collective history takes its toll on Alice, as she finds out just how deep the rabbit hole goes.
Hiroshima Scene
Pearl Harbour
The Cast
Todd Harrington-Tucker
English and Drama Teacher
Deputy Year Leader (Year 8)
