Session 2023/24
- Senior School
Outdoor Education is an imperative part of learning at Watson's. Our specialised programme in Senior School supports pupils' social and academic abilities, equipping them with transferable skills that will prove beneficial to them, both now and in the future.
- Outdoor Education
- Senior School
Learn more about our Young Carers following their recent We Care award success.
- Young Carers
- Senior School
S6 Journalist, Ruby reports on our annual Private View in the Art School, explaining how the event is a real 'full circle' moment for senior pupils.
- Art
- Senior School
S6 Journalist, Fay reports on our annual Pyjama Day for charity and explains what makes this event so iconic.
- Senior School
Our final spotlight profile features Roselle (S6) who drew from her faith in order to create her fantastic pieces. Roselle's art will be on display in our Private View tomorrow in our Art School.
- Art
- Senior School
With the Art Exhibition just two days away, we shine a spotlight on Jake (S5) who discusses his artistic style and how he was inspired when compiling his expressive and design portfolios.
- Art
- Senior School
Following in from our previous news story, we introduce our second artist: Ruby (S6), a Design pupil with an eye for fashion. Ruby's work will be on display on Friday 19 April at our Private Viewing. Have a read to learn more about her intricate garments.
- Art
- Senior School
On Friday 19 April, our senior pupils are showcasing their work in our 2024 Art Exhibition. Check out our latest series where we shine a spotlight on a number of our aspiring artists to find out what influenced them to create such dynamic pieces.
- Art
- Senior School
Our Spring Term always ends with a series of superb music concerts from Junior to Senior School. S6 Journalist, Molly reports on the Senior School Spring Concert, documenting the highlights from the event and drawing on why this concert is so special to our S6 pupils.
- Music
S6 Journalist, Josh recounts our mental health awareness week in school - Feel Good February.
- Junior School
As we approach the Lunar New Year, we reflect on the success of our Swire Chinese Language Centre and take a look at how we have celebrated the Year of the Dragon across the school.
- Swire
- Senior School
Our S6 Journalist, Ruby, discusses the recent Burns Supper - a much anticipated event in the S6 calendar and one of the year group's last functions together before they leave the gates of George Watson's College.
- Burns Night
- Senior School
Now that we have settled back into a routine after a busy festive season, we encourage all our pupils to start 2024 in a positive way and get involved in the many extra-curricular clubs and activities that are on offer at Watson's. This month we catch up with our Upcycling Club who meet weekly to rejuvenate items of scrap from around the school and give them a new lease of life! A great way to take us a step closer to being that bit more 'green' and sustainable.
Some of our P6s share their letters to the UK Government's Minister for Energy, Security & Net Zero. These were sent ahead of the Minister’s attendance at COP28 in Dubai last month and as you can see, they make some excellent points.
- Senior School
Senior Chorister, Sofia (S6) reflects on our much anticipated event at St Giles', drawing on what makes this particular festive celebration so iconic.
- Music
- Senior School
Learn more about Fraser Price (Class of 2023) and his brilliant success gaining the RSSA Award.
- Former Pupil
- Junior School
- Senior School
Find out why cycling to school could be for you in 2024!
- Junior School
- Senior School
Our Eco Group discuss the importance of the Thrift Shop, highlighting when the service is in operation and what items you can buy and sell on campus.
- Thrift Shop
- Senior School
Our sell out production of Elf is set to be a festive hit! It takes many dedicated production team members to put on a show of this scale. Amelia (S6) explains how her role crewing the musical has benefited her.
- Musical
- Senior School
S6 Journalist, Ruby reports on the recent MUN Conference.
- MUN
- Junior School
- Senior School
Find out more about our new TechBox initiative and the positive impact it can make.
- TechBox
- Senior School
With the new session in full flow, we encourage all our pupils to get involved in the many extra-curricular clubs and activities that are on offer at Watson's. This month we catch up with our Botanics Society who meet weekly to practice Ecotherapy, drawing on the importance of keeping a calm mind during busy days at school.
- Club of the Month
- Enrichment
- Senior School
The PE & Sports Department is delighted to introduce select items of kit that are branded in partnership with Sporting Start.
- Partnerships
- Sport
- Senior School
Our Pipes and Drums have had a busy summer. Read on to hear their recent successes.
- Pipes and Drums