Warwick School beats hundreds to claim top title

WARWICK School has been awarded a prestigious title in the Independent Schools of the Year Awards.

The Myton Road school was named Independent Boys’ School of the Year.

It beat off competition from hundreds of schools across the country to be given the national title in the awards, which are organised by the Independent School Parent magazine. There are 22 award categories which schools can enter and the local school, which dates back to 914 and is one of oldest schools in the country, was crowned a winner during a ceremony on October 11.

It was a proud moment for the school, according to headmaster James Barker. He said: “The events of the last few years have raised a number of unprecedented challenges for our pupils and wider school community.

“That we have been recognised for such an award is a testimony to the outstanding professionals that our staff are and the community that is Warwick School. To be named Independent Boys’ School of the Year is a real cause for celebration and we are incredibly proud to be able to hold this title.

“The nomination recognised the ways in which our curriculum is tailored to best suit the ways most boys learn, while our co-curricular opportunities are structured to inspire imagination, develop confidence and abilities, and provide meaningful social, mental and physical experiences for our pupils. Judges also noted how we recognise that out in the world, boys may experience certain pressures, stresses, and stereotypes specific to their gender, and applauded our work to instil their own resilience in the face of such challenges - examples include our well-being hub, which offers a safe space and access to well-being professionals for all boys at any time of the day.

“Our pupils have the benefit of single-sex teaching and pastoral care, free of stereotypes, where they are encouraged to simply explore the best version of themselves, but still have a range of opportunities to access shared facilities and experiences with our sister school, King’s High School.

“Our pupils experience the best of both worlds and leave us after sixth form with bright futures and confidence, a stunning set of mature attitudes, and strong personal values which make them a credit to any university or work setting they progress to next.”

He also paid tribute to the staff at the school after accepting the award. “Thank you personally, on behalf of the school and most importantly on behalf of the pupils who leave this place with not only outstanding qualifications but a bucket load of memories and experiences which will carry them through life,” he said.

“We are making a real difference to the young people entrusted to our care.”