Senior School News

We’re absolutely delighted to share that earlier this week our choir was runner up at the National Choral Competition. The choir worked tirelessly to prepare their entry and at the finals in the magnificent Birmingham Symphony Hall there was only one mark separating Sedbergh from the winners.  

The first round of our Pathways talks continued when we welcomed Old Sedberghian, William Kinread, to talk to pupils about the different pathways into law. William kindly answered pupils questions about different universities, different branches of law and alternatives like the degree conversion courses. Anybody who'd like to revisit this Pathways presentation - or any of the preceeding talks can visit our Pathways Page on the School website. 

We caught up with two outstanding pupils, Mariella in Year 9 and Elif in Year 11. Mariella was celebrated at one of our recent Commendation Lunches and Elif has recently been overseas competing as part of the GB biathlon team. Elif explained the challenges of balancing School and training. We love these interviews for the inspiration they provide to other pupils approaching study whilst competing in sport (at any level) or transitioning from Prep to the bigger environment of Senior School. 

After a rigorous recruitment process, Casterton, Sedbergh Prep School has appointed Kate Martin as the new Head and she will begin on 1st January 2025. The full details can be found below.

Lastly, if you are attending the Wilson Run, remember to book dinner or lunch. Whilst you're there you can take a sneak peek at the performances coming up in May and June! 

Sedbergh Choir are Runners-Up at Barnado's 2024 National Choral Competition

Sedbergh School is absolutely delighted to have been awarded second place at Barnardo’s National Choral Competition, the largest youth choir competition in the UK. 

The competition attracted initial entries from around 350 to 400 schools. In the end, just one mark separated Sedbergh from the winners in what was a competition of the highest standard, and our Chapel Choir were the highest-placed mixed choir in the competition.

Casterton, Sedbergh Prep Announces New Head

Following a rigorous, two-day recruitment process, Kate Martin has been appointed as the Head of Casterton, Sedbergh Prep School, from 1^st January 2025.  

Kate has been the Head at Mowden Hall School since 2020, an independent Prep School well known to the Sedbergh community, and will take over from Will Newman, who has led Sedbergh Prep School successfully since 2017. 

Kate has over 25 years’ experience in the independent sector, in both day and boarding schools, including roles as Deputy Head and Director of Sport at Mowden and Head of Girls’ Games at both Oundle School and Ampleforth College.  

Pathways SEDTalks: OS William Kinread Provides Insight Into a Career in Law

Old Sedberghian William Kinread kindly spoke to Sedbergh’s aspiring young lawyers to answer common questions and offer valuable insights to help pupils make informed decisions about following a pathway into law. William is now an in-house lawyer, with broad experience working with private clients and instructing lawyers internationally. 

From securing valuable work experience to choosing the right A-levels and university courses, William provided advice on the factors for pupils to consider when they think about a future in law. 

This presentation was part of our 2024 Pathways series. 

Hear Jess Gillam and the Royal Northern Sinfonia at the Sedbergh Music Festival

Sedbergh School is a proud partner of  the Sedbergh Music Festival. Tickets are now available to hear Jess Gillam and the Royal Northern Sinfonia at Powell Hall on Tuesday 25th June 2024 at 7:30pm, from 7:30 PM. Join us for an unforgettable evening of music.