The Spring Term ended with #ShiplakePrefects’ charity day for @LibertysLegacy3. Non‑uniform and Nerf battles on New Field, expertly run by @ExcelActivity with support from #ShiplakeStaff. A brilliant end to the term while raising money for a fantastic cause #ShiplakeCommunity.
We enjoyed an inspiring Easter Service marking the end of the Spring Term. Revd. Chris West (Westy) of Saint Andrew’s, Sonning, gave an engaging, uplifting address along with hymns and prayers, and our Camerata sang beautifully. #ShiplakeCommunity #ShiplakeMusic
Last week, we hosted the fourth #ShiplakeCONNECTED Business Lunch on AI. Led by Headmaster Mr. Tyrone Howe, a panel of Shiplake AI experts discussed AI's impact on industries and future career skills. Read more at connected.shiplake.org.uk/news/communi...
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#FeedbackFriday this week features an email from the parents of a German pupil who joined us for a one term placement. It's great to see how much he got out of his stay with us and enjoyed being part of the #ShiplakeCommunity.
We are so proud of our #ShiplakeCommunity! Thanks to the incredible generosity of pupils, parents and staff, we have surpassed our fundraising target to support a group of young Ukrainian visitors joining us this Easter. Read more at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-02...
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#FeedbackFriday and we share some lovely comments received following our recent cross-country competition for primary and prep pupils. Our Sports Leaders stood out as fantastic ambassadors for the College and overall it was a great event enjoyed by all those who attended. #ShiplakeCommunity
We welcomed boys and girls from a record 38 different primary and prep schools for our annual cross-country competition. 132 runners took part in the races, which increased in distance, for Years 1-6. For the list of winners go to www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-02... #ShiplakeCommunity
We've received donated £1,250 to Young Lives vs Cancer - money raised by our #ShiplakeStaff at their Christmas party raffle. The charity was chosen due to a personal connection with a Shiplake family and we're proud to have supported in this way. #ShiplakeCommunity
To mark National Apprenticeship Week 2026, we caught up with Old Viking Kits Tanner (25E), who is currently completing a Level 7 Tax apprenticeship with Ernst & Young. You can read the full article via www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-02... #ShiplakeCommunity #NAW2026
To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2026, we caught up with #ShiplakeOldViking Wallace Fisher (22E), who has recently finished a three-year apprenticeship with Hudson Boat Works. You can read the full article at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-02... #ShiplakeCommunity #NAW2026
Our Wellbeing Day welcomed over 100 parents for a day of learning and community connection. Thank you to our guest speakers for sharing their time and expertise and every member of the #ShiplakeCommunity who joined us. Read more at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-02...
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We’re delighted to welcome Mrs Anna Spellman as our new Deputy Head Academic, joining us from September 2026. With extensive leadership experience and a passion for inclusive, quality teaching, we’re excited to see her join the #ShiplakeCommunity.
Read more via www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
We began 2026 with site-safety enhancements, including roof upgrades, traffic-calming measures, and improved lighting in the Sports Hall. Our campus remains committed to the wellbeing of the entire #ShiplakeCommunity. Read more about these developments here: www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
And we're back! Smiles and sunshine greeted us at Shiplake today as we welcomed students to the start of the Spring Term 2026. We're excited for an inspiring, energetic and productive term ahead! #ShiplakeCommunity
A flurry of snow blanketed Shiplake in an icy layer today. Even though conditions were freezing, the grounds looked even more magical. #ShiplakeCommunity #ShiplakeSnow
Today, we held our annual Carol Service at St Mary's Church. A heartfelt thank you to our singers, readers, prefects, chapel wardens and #ShiplakeMusic staff for making the event so special. It was wonderful to see such a large turnout from the #ShiplakeCommunity.
#67 has reached Shiplake! We know this will resonate with teachers across the country and beyond. Merry Christmas from the whole #ShiplakeCommunity
The #ShiplakeCommunity took part in Anti-Bullying Week with the theme Power for Good! Pupils engaged in creative competitions exploring how positive actions can make a difference, reinforcing our commitment to a safe and inclusive community. Read more at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-12...
Shiplake College expanded its Movember initiative to all Sixth Form boys, with staff and students raising awareness for men’s health and over £500 for cancer research and mental health charities. Read more at - www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-12... #ShiplakeCommunity #ShiplakeInspirational
Our beautifully decorated trees are bringing festive cheer across the College, thanks to the creativity and teamwork of our #ShiplakeCommunity
Lower School have also crafted decorations for Shiplake’s tree at the Henley Christmas Tree Festival. Read more at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-12...
We had such an enjoyable evening on Monday as almost 100 members of the Shiplake village community and other friends of the College joined us for our annual Festive Get-Together. Lots of chat and laughter, and the Headmaster gave an update on the latest College news. #ShiplakeCommunity
College House smashed its 24-hour Row-a-Thon! Pupils and staff rowed the equivalent of the River Thames, raising over £1,700 for Alexander Devine. Huge thank you to everyone who supported this amazing effort! #ShiplakeInspirational #ShiplakeCommunity
Read more at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-12...
It's #FeedbackFriday and today we share some of the lovely comments received from stallholders from last weekend's Christmas Fair. It was a busy and brilliant event and thank you to all staff and parents who helped make it such a success. #ShiplakeCommunity
We were truly overwhelmed by the incredible generosity shown by everyone in response to our recent Harvest Collection appeal! Thanks to your kind donations, we can once again support the Churches in Reading Drop-In Centre for the Homeless (CIRDIC) with a substantial contribution! #ShiplakeCommunity
We recently hosted the third event in our #ShiplakeCONNECTED Business Lunch series, this time exploring careers in sport!
The panel brought together members of the Shiplake community with diverse and inspiring careers; read the full write-up and watch it at shorturl.at/Fd9D4
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We are proud to be a main sponsor of the Sonning Common 10k race, which took place at the start of the October. Team Shiplake was out in force, with 13 staff members, five pupils and a number of Shiplake parents taking part! Congratulations to all runners! #ShiplakeCommunity
Our Festival of Sport made for a brilliant occasion earlier this month, bringing together pupils, parents, #ShiplakeStaff, and #ShiplakeOldVikings for an afternoon of competition, community, and fun. Read the full story at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-09... #ShiplakeFestivalSport #ShiplakeCommunity
Our #ShiplakeGrandparents morning was once again a big hit today as we welcomed 100 grandparents and other loved ones of our #ShiplakeLowerSchool pupils to the College! It was only wholesome vibes as our VIPs had a tour of the College and enjoyed refreshments and a chat. #ShiplakeCommunity
Rain, sun, and plenty of smiles - our Festival of Sport was a fantastic afternoon of competition and community. Huge thanks to everyone who came along, and well done to all who played their part. A gallery is now available at www.flickr.com/photos/shipl... #ShiplakeCommunity #ShiplakeFestivalOfSport
'It was part of who we were'
#ShiplakeOldViking Ben Hunt-Davis (90W) shares how the culture of sporting passion at Shiplake College helped shape his journey to Olympic gold at the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games. Sign up now for #ShiplakeFestivalOfSport at buff.ly/KteNDaD #ShiplakeCommunity
