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Is Wellington College good at rugby?

Is Wellington College good at rugby?

In recent years, our teams have achieved national renown and titles in hockey, rugby, golf, shooting, triathlon, squash, equestrianism, cricket, rackets and polo. Despite these successes we are just as proud of the unbeaten U14D team as we are of the First XI!

Who owns Wellington College?

Wellington College, Berkshire

Wellington College
Chairman of the board of governors Peter G.C. Mallinson
Master James Dahl
Second Master Cressida Henderson
Staff 150 (approx.)

Is Wellington College a good school?

Proudly named by Week Magazine as the “Best of the Best for Boarding”, Wellington College secured their reputation for being one of the best schools due to its success on integrating various enrichment activities in its students’ curricula. Unequivocally, Wellington College is an outstanding school.

How many boys does Wellington College have?

The school is known nationally for both its academic success, as well as a large number of sporting activities. The school has an enrolment of about 1750 boys, with Gregor Fountain as the current Headmaster….Wellington College, Wellington.

Wellington College
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Years 9 – 13
Gender Boys
School roll 1750 (March 2021)

Does Wellington College have Saturday school?

On Saturday afternoons, many pupils are involved in competitive sports fixtures and events. Day to day life is structured and organised, with supervised prep sessions, student duties, evening activities and free time.

When was Wellington College built?

1859
Wellington College/Founded

Is Wellington College an all boys school?

Founded in 1867, Wellington College is a progressive school for 21st century boys which values belonging and is connected to the past. We have a proud history of outstanding academic achievement and a record of national success in both sport and in the performing arts.

How long has Wellington College been playing rugby?

Rugby has been played at Wellington College since 1877. Wellington College competed in the first ever recorded secondary school rugby match against Nelson College and the 1st XV still compete in the oldest secondary school annual rugby tournament, the Quadrangular Tournament.

Which is the oldest Rugby School in New Zealand?

Wellington College competed in the first ever recorded secondary school rugby match against Nelson College and the 1st XV still compete in the oldest secondary school annual rugby tournament, the Quadrangular Tournament. All of this makes Wellington College a very proud and traditional New Zealand rugby school.

Who was the founder of the Wellington Rugby Supporters Club?

Wellington Rugby life member and founder of the Wellington Rugby Supporters Club (WRSC), Dick Evans, has passed away aged 95. Inspired by the… Page 1 of 8. …