Exeat weekend at Worksop College
It was another great Exeat weekend, with 26 students staying at Worksop College.
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It was another great Exeat weekend, with 26 students staying at Worksop College.
On Tuesday, our Sixth Form Lecture Series continued with the return of Old Worksopian and radio presenter, Luke Jones.
The world of construction is an industry that has notoriously failed to attract women, even within the roles that are deemed less physical. Given the changing attitudes towards gender equality, we caught up with former student Katie Slaney (nee Walter), a Façade Construction Manager for construction company Speedclad, and one of the women playing her part to change the face of a historically male-dominated environment.
This is one event not to be missed!
Worksop College is showcasing a truly unique cinema experience with a twist. We are showing the classic 1925 silent film, ‘Phantom of the Opera’, led by an improvised organ accompaniment from internationally renowned organist, David Briggs.
Last week, our Religious Studies A-level students travelled to Manchester for a one-day conference of lectures and debates which sharpened their philosophical skills and opened them up to the world of intellectual debate.
When Sixth Former student, Sabina Schneider applied for a week’s work experience at The University of Manchester’s Astrophysics department she knew her chances were slim, as only 12 students are accepted each year.
Our Year 10 students got the chance to visit the Royal Armouries at Leeds on Monday for an educational workshop on World War I.
Last Thursday saw some of our OWs return to the college to celebrate the opening of the newly refurbished Sixth Form Centre.
Year 11 student, Cole Hewitt is currently in Luxembourg with the Wales National Swimming Squad.
Year 9 students were rapt listeners this morning to the testimony of Holocaust Survivor, Janine Webber.
This week we had the pleasure of welcoming British vocal ensemble, VOCES8 to the College. Their visit began with a vocal workshop and concert attended by nine local primary schools.
Our U11 and U9 cross-country teams travelled to S. Anselm’s Preparatory School yesterday.