It’s been twice-weekly training for Year 7 and 8 on our Fives courts at Westminster School, and now the countdown is on to their first fixture of the term against Berkhamsted School. 🤩 Here’s to an exciting match!

We gathered in Abbey for the biennial Commemoration of Benefactors, featuring a moving performance by the WUS Senior Choir and a pupil-led procession. The service honoured those whose contributions have helped the School flourish, shaping its legacy for future generations.

From the first whistle to the final goal, the WUS 1st XI team have made their mark in the inaugural London Prep Schools Football League! Finishing top on goal difference with 10 wins from 13 matches, it’s been a season full of growth and achievement. ⚽👏

From the banks of the River Thames to the heart of the Elizabethan Playhouse, this year’s Senior Production took the audience back in time with humour, live music, and a talented cast and crew. A fantastic effort from everyone involved! Read more at westminsterunder.org.uk

Why settle for the classroom when Tate Britain is just a short walk away? This week, Year 3 traded their desks to explore amazing art and find inspiration during their art history lesson at the gallery. 🖼️

The Christmas Bonanza brought together the Junior Orchestra, French Choir, Pink Panthers, and more for a night of festive cheer. ✨ From Santa Claus is Coming to Town to Jingle Bell Boogie, it was as WUS as it gets - all in support of the London charity, The Passage.

The Junior production of Rats! brought the Pied Piper of Hamelin to life with humour, heart and a festive twist! 🐀A hilarious and heartwarming performance to end the term. And if you need pest control, our Pied Piper is the one for the job! 🎉Read more: westminsterunder.org.uk/news-archive/

The 10th Anniversary of the Action Syria Carol Service at Bartholomew the Great in Farringdon was a special evening, with the Westminster Boys’ Choir delivering a beautiful performance, including pieces such as In the Bleak Mid-Winter alongside St Bart’s Choir and Peace on Earth.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! 🎄🎅 There was lots of festive fun at this year’s Christmas Fair, it had it all. The hall was filled with games, tombolas and treats, all in the name of charity. Thanks to everyone who came and helped spread holiday cheer! 🎉

A wonderful day at the Westminster Under School Christmas Fair last Sunday. Having fun and raising funds for good causes, including the local charity Cardinal Hume Centre. Thank you WUSPA.

Torches, torches, run with torches All the way to Bethlehem. The choir was in fine voice at the service of nine lessons and carols at St Margaret's Westminster Abbey. (This one is a particular pupil favourite)

New year, new term! 🙌

Last night’s Music Award Holder’s Concert gave our talented Year 7 and 8 musicians the perfect opportunity to perform in front of an audience, while also providing Year 8 with valuable preparation for their senior school auditions in the next few weeks.👏

Each term, a new Head Boy steps up to lead the prefect team and this term, it's Jamie from Year 8! He shares his perspective on leadership, service, and what it means to contribute to our school community. Find out more - westminsterunder.org.uk/about/news/

An inspiring morning with Olympian Lewis Richardson! He shared valuable lessons on discipline, dedication, and a balanced lifestyle during our whole school assembly, while Year 3 had fun trying a non-contact ‘Give it a go’ boxing workshop!

Year 8 ventured out for their Geography lesson to explore the River Tillingbourne in Surrey Hills. From measuring width and depth to tracking flow rate, they discovered how rivers transform along their journey, bringing classroom learning to life in the great outdoors!

Year 8 got a glimpse into the future at our Careers Fair, learning all about professions from a range of sectors - from law to banking, and engineering to advertising. We are grateful to our WUS parents who shared their time and expertise with such enthusiasm. 🤩

National Cadet League Round One saw the WUS team secure their place in the next round with a close win in Division 4, edging out the competition by just one match! With strong performances across the board, they’re all set for the next challenge. 👏

Today’s assembly got the week off to a meaningful start as we introduced our value for the month - Grace. It’s about showing kindness, patience, forgiveness, and understanding, even when things don’t go as planned. 🤝

Several members of the Senior Choir sang with Westminster School Choir at Evensong in Southwark Cathedral last week. It was a beautiful service, and one of many highlights so far this term.