Wells Cathedral School

Be a Mathematician for a Day (now closed)
2024-11-09 | Wells Cathedral School, The Liberty, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2ST, United Kingdom
Our Autumn Be a Specialist for a Mathematician Day event (open to pupils currently in Year 6) offers a taste of life as a specialist mathematician where participants enjoy a variety of activities similar to what they would experience as part of the Specialist Mathematics scheme here at Wells. We would then make a recommendation about next steps based on whether we feel that you would be suitable for this enrichment programme. Please note that this event is now closed, but you can use the form below to sign up for a future event.I went to BAMFAD with my friends to see what it would be like if I were to become a Specialist Mathematician in Year 7. I think it’s a great way to learn challenging (but very fun) maths, as well as a chance to meet new people who also love maths as much as you do. It was a brilliant experience and it just makes me even more determined to become a Specialist Mathematician.– Previous participantClick here to find out more about our Specialist Mathematics Programme.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Date you'd like to attend *Saturday 14th March 2026Saturday 13th June 2026Name of Pupil *Gender *Pupil's Date of Birth *DD12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031MM123456789101112YYYY202720262025202420232022202120202019201820172016201520142013201220112010200920082007200620052004200320022001200019991998199719961995199419931992199119901989198819871986198519841983198219811980197919781977197619751974197319721971197019691968196719661965196419631962196119601959195819571956195519541953195219511950194919481947194619451944194319421941194019391938193719361935193419331932193119301929192819271926192519241923192219211920Are they looking to join the School as a day or boarding pupil? *BoardingDayParent Name(s) *Email *Address *Address Line 1Address Line 2CityState / Province / RegionPostal CodeMobile Number *(for contact on the day only)Current School *Current School Year *Year 5Year 6Please specify any special dietary requirements (or put N/A) *If you don't have any requirements, please put N/APlease specify if your child has any medical conditions that we need to be aware of (or put N/A) *If you don't have any conditions to declare, please put N/ADo we have permission to take your child's photo and use it on our website, social media and send to the local press (children will not be named)? *YesNoHow did you hear about us? *The Bath and Wiltshire ParentBritish Boarding Schools AssociationCurrent or former pupil/parentDisplay banners/boards in local areaFacebookGood Schools GuideIndependent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS)InstagramInternet SearchISC Schools GuideLive in local areaMuddy StilettosPersonal recommendationSomerset LifeSchool House MagazineWells VoiceTalk EducationOtherPersonal Loss or Injury *I understand that Wells Cathedral School cannot accept responsibility for any personal loss or injury sustained by participants and that we are advised not to bring expensive items.Medical and Other Emergencies *I agree that in cases of medical or other emergencies, Wells Cathedral School staff will act in loco parentis.Please click here to read our Privacy Notice. Submit

Be a Specialist Musician for a Day (Now full)
2024-10-02 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Wells Cathedral School, The Liberty, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2ST, United Kingdom
If music is your passion, see what life is like for a Specialist Musician at Wells, the only UK school that offers a government-recognised specialist music programme within an all-round school. You will find out what it really means to focus on your music and gain a proper insight from our pupils. These days are aimed at pupils who have a real passion for music and have already reached a certain level of proficiency (not beginners). They are ideally suited to pupils in Year 6 and above.During the day you will: be introduced to our Music Co-ordinators Ross Brown, Brass Co-ordinator John Byrne, Keyboard Co-ordinator Christopher Finch, Vocal Studies Co-ordinator Edward Leaker, Co-ordinator of Woodwind, Jazz and Popular Music Jayne Obradovic, Percussion Co-ordinator Simon Smith, String Co-ordinator have an individual consultation lesson with our Co-ordinators on up to two instrumentsattend an academic music lesson appropriate to your agebe invited to join an improvisation session (if suitable)have a toursee a live lunchtime concert.There will also be an opportunity for parents/guardians to meet with Karen Finch, our Strategic Music Planner, to discuss music categories, the process and finances.Please note that this event is now full, but you can use the form below to register for a future event.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name of Pupil *Date of Birth *DD12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031MM123456789101112YYYY202720262025202420232022202120202019201820172016201520142013201220112010200920082007200620052004200320022001200019991998199719961995199419931992199119901989198819871986198519841983198219811980197919781977197619751974197319721971197019691968196719661965196419631962196119601959195819571956195519541953195219511950194919481947194619451944194319421941194019391938193719361935193419331932193119301929192819271926192519241923192219211920Current Year Group *Year 6Year 7Year 8Year 9Year 10Year 11Please contact our admissions team for an alternative taster event if your child is not yet in Year 6.Gender *Please indicate your proposed year of entry *2026202720282029Would you like to join the School as a day pupil or boarder? 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Please can you upload two clips of two contrasting pieces, each one to be no longer than two minutes. If you have a first and second study instrument, please upload one piece from each instrument. Please let us know if you have any dietary or access requirements we should be aware of (or put N/A). *Please put N/A if you don't have any requirements.Would you like us to contact you about our additional music opportunities (music holiday schools, instrument skills days, etc)? *YesNoHow did you hear about us? *British Boarding Schools AssociationCurrent or former pupil/parentDisplay banners/boards in local areaFacebookGood Schools GuideIndependent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS)InstagramInternet SearchISC Schools GuideSomerset LifeWells VoicePersonal recommendationLive in local areaThe Bath and Wiltshire ParentMuddy StilettosSchool House MagazineTalk EducationOtherPlease tick all that applyPhotography and Film Permission

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Please indicate your permission below as appropriate (required): *I do give permission for my son/daughter being photographed for the activities listed aboveI do not give permission for my son/daughter being photographed for the activities listed abovePersonal Loss or Injury *I understand that Wells Cathedral School cannot accept responsibility for any personal loss or injury sustained by participants and that we are advised not to bring expensive items.Medical and Other Emergencies *I agree that in cases of medical or other emergencies, Wells Cathedral School staff will act in loco parentis.Please click here to read our Privacy Notice. Submit

Scholarships: Online Question and Answer Session
2023-11-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
We offer a wide range of Scholarships, which provide outstanding developmental opportunities as well as a fee remission of between 5% and 50%. This online event will allow you to hear from current scholars and to find out more about our Scholarships and the application process. Please note that registrations for this event are now closed. Please contact scholarship@wells.cathedral.school to find out more about our scholarships.

Music Auditions
2023-03-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Wells Cathedral School, The Liberty, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2ST, United Kingdom
We encourage exceptionally talented young musicians to audition for our specialist music scheme. You will need to demonstrate a passion for your instrument/voice, a desire to learn and have the commitment and dedication to strive to fulfil your musical potential. Grades and exam results are not essential entry requirements. Please note that this event is by invitation only and, due to the number of applicants and the limited number of scholarships available, not all candidates awarded a specialist place will receive a scholarship. We strongly recommend that musicians attend one of our Be a Specialist Music for a Day events before applying for an audition whenever possible. If you would like an audition, you will need to apply by Friday 24th February 2023. Please visit our Specialist Music page for more information or click here for our music audition application form.

Spring Open Morning (ages 2 – 18)
2023-03-11 10:00 - 13:00
Join us for our Open Morning and see why so many people find Wells such a special place! There will be an introduction from our Head Master Alastair Tighe, a tour of the School, the opportunity to be introduced to key staff and pupils and more. We look forward to welcoming you! Please note that registrations for this event are now closed…

Music Auditions
2023-02-04 08:00 - 17:00
We encourage talented young musicians to audition for our specialist music scheme. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for your instrument/voice, a desire to learn and have the commitment and dedication to strive to fulfil your musical potential. Grades and exam results are not essential entry requirements. Successful applicants may be awarded one of two different types of music scholarships: the Music and Dance Scheme (MDS) grant funded by the Department for Education (DfE) and our own Music Scholarships. Please note that due to the number of applicants and the limited number of scholarships available, not all candidates awarded a specialist place will receive a scholarship.We strongly recommend that musicians attend one of our Be a Specialist Music for a Day events before applying for an audition whenever possible. If you would like an audition, you will need to apply by Friday 13th January; our next auditions will be held on Saturday 18th March. Please visit our Specialist Music page for more information or click here for our music audition application form.

Scholarship Day (Sport and All-Rounders)
2023-01-23 08:00 - 17:00
Scholarship Day: Sport and All-RoundersPlease see our scholarship section for our forms and further information. You will need to complete our registration form and scholarship form by 1st December 2022 to be eligible to take part. Our admissions team will contact you nearer the time to give you specific information about the Scholarship Day, which forms the basis of our awards.
