Culford School Old Culfordians

OC Dan Fisher (1990-1995), Director of Strategy at the Royal National Institute for Blind People, hosted a Q&A with the Lower Sixth Aiming Higher group last week. He shared his experience of university, recent information on Oxford admissions, tips on how to pick a degree course and how distinctive the collegiate universities are in their approach. ⁠
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Students had the opportunity to quiz Dan on his career and ask insightful questions about applying critical thinking to their current subjects. Thank you to Dan, OC and St Edmund Hall, Oxford alum, for sharing his expertise and time with our current cohort.

🧪 The countdown is on for the official opening of our renovated Prep Science labs! Join us on Thursday 10 October at 15:00, to see the incredible impact of these developments which were made possible by our generous Old Culfordian donors.

Huge congratulations to the whole team - runners and support crew!

You all did a fantastic job, completing the 198-mile course in 27 hours 20 minutes. Here they are enjoying a well-deserved brunch and planning for next year.

If you would like to be involved in 2025, contact the Foundation - DM us or email [email protected]

This weekend a team of Old Culfordians are taking part in the Round Norfolk Relay, a course of 198 miles which mirrors the county boundary.

You can meet the team and follow their progress on their Instagram feed

Good luck Team OC!

🌟 We are delighted to announce that Culford School has achieved national recognition as a finalist in the Independent Schools of the Year Awards. Now in their sixth year, these prestigious awards saw entries from hundreds of schools across the UK.⁠
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This exciting news follows our recent recognition as one of only two schools in Suffolk included in the Tatler Schools Guide 2025. These accolades are a testament to the dedication and commitment to excellence demonstrated by the exceptional staff, pupils, and parents at Culford.

Assistant Head, Dave Watkin, will be in Nigeria this month, attending the UK Boarding Schools Week exhibition.

He will be hosting a reception for current parents and Old Culfordians on Thursday 19 September, 7pm - 9pm at The Wheatbaker Hotel, 4, Lawrence Road, Ikoyi, 101233 Lagos.

He would be delighted to welcome you for a relaxed and social evening with other members of the Culford community.

Please RSVP by emailing [email protected]

🍂 Welcome back! We hope you had a refreshing summer and are excited for an action-packed Autumn term at Culford.

Get ready for an incredible term filled with exciting events. From Sixth Form socials and Languages Day for our Prep and Pre-Prep children to World Mental Health Day, the School Musical, Gothic Night, the Harvest Festival, and more - there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

💙 Wishing you all a fantastic first day back.

🌟 We are delighted to announce that Culford has been featured in Tatler's 2025 School Guide as one of the top independent schools in the UK.

This marks the first time Culford has been recognised in this prestigious guide, a testament to the continued success and outstanding reputation of our school community.

Our OC team needs one more runner for the Round Norfolk Relay on 14th September.

Are you a long distance runner?

If you would like to take part then please message us or email [email protected]

🤩 Congratulations to our Upper Fifth on their remarkable GCSE results today! Here’s a message from the Head, Claire Bentley, celebrating their incredible achievements:⁠
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"We are incredibly pleased with these excellent results, which showcase the significant value added across all abilities, with our top pupils gaining suites of 9 and 8 grades. This determined and dedicated year group has achieved outstanding success through hard work, and we congratulate them on their commitment and achievements. I also extend my thanks to our staff for their ambition, encouragement and support. For our pupils, these results mark just the beginning of their Culford journey, and we look forward to welcoming them into Culford Sixth Form in September for an exciting year ahead."

🌟 Good luck to all our GCSE pupils receiving their results tomorrow! Your dedication and hard work throughout the past year are truly inspiring, and we're excited to see your efforts rewarded.

Throughout her time in Sixth Form, Mariia has made a tremendous impact on her friends, especially in boarding, and approaches every aspect of Culford life with a positive attitude. Her impressive work ethic is reflected in her A Level results, achieving an A* in Chemistry, A in Maths, B in Further Maths, and an A* in Biology.⁠
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🤯 In September, she will be attending Imperial College London to study Biochemistry. We look forward to seeing all she achieves in the future!

Grace has blossomed throughout her time in Sixth Form. She's not just a compassionate friend but also someone who dedicates herself wholeheartedly to Culford life. Her A Level results are a testament to her hard work, achieving an A* in Business, B in Biology, and an A in Psychology.

💙 After a gap year, Grace will study International Development with Economics at the University of Bath. We look forward to seeing her future successes.

Imogen has made a brilliant contribution to the Culford community, excelling in academics, music, sports, and CCF. She is deeply involved in every aspect of school life and consistently goes above and beyond. Her fantastic A Level results reflect her dedication and dynamism, achieving four A* grades in Maths, Further Maths, Physics, and Music.

🤩 In September, Imogen will be attending the University of Warwick to study Maths. We look forward to hearing about her future achievements.

Farley joined the Culford community in 2019 and has since become a science scholar and a valued member of Edwards House. He always goes above and beyond with his academics, which is reflected in his grades. Farley achieved four A* grades in Maths, Further Maths, Chemistry and Physics.⁠
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👏 In September, he will be attending the University of Warwick to study MORSE. Best of luck, Farley!

In 2022, Pearl moved from Thailand to join Culford Sixth Form, bringing her infectious positivity and creative flair to our boarding community. Her dedication has paid off in her results, as she has achieved an A in Textiles, A in Technical Business, and a C in Digital Media.

👗 Pearl will be studying her dream course - Fashion Design, Branding & Entrepreneurship - at the esteemed London Fashion Academy this September. We look forward to seeing her future successes!

''The only way to describe Barnie is as a quintessential star pupil. He manages four A Levels with apparent ease, forever with a smile on his face and is always engaging in humorous banter.'' - Mr Arbuthnot, Teacher of Economics

💙 Barnie's A Level grades reflect his dedication, achieving an A* in Maths, A in Further Maths, A in Physics and an A in Geography. In September, Barnie will study Aeronautics & Astronautics at Southampton University. We wish him the very best of luck.

Since joining Culford in 2017, Nellie's passion for golf has developed into a promising career featuring an impressive journey to the international stage. Over the past two years, Nellie has been crowned the National Golf Champion at the Welsh Ladies Open and achieved top-10 finishes at several prestigious events, including the English Girls' Championship. In her A Levels, Nellie achieved a B in Biology, B in Economics and a B in Geography.⁠
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⛳️ Nellie's success has earned her a golf scholarship to Ohio State University. We wish you the very best of luck, Nellie!

From Nursery to Sixth Form, Adam has consistently proven to be an exceptional student who excels in all aspects and is a respectful and positive member of our community. His inspiring work ethic is evident in his A Level results, achieving a B in Geography, B in Maths, and a B in Physics.⁠
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🌟 In September, Adam will start a new chapter at Brighton University to study Computer Science for Games. We look forward to witnessing his future accomplishments!

Since joining Fourth Form in 2019, Katie has notably grown in confidence and is recognised in the community for her supportive nature. Her time as Head Girl has centred on promoting inclusivity and serving as a role model for younger pupils. In her A Levels, Katie achieved a fantastic B in Biology, A in Psychology and an A* in PE.⁠
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🤩 In September, Katie will follow her passion for Sports and Exercise Science at Bath University. We wish her the very best of luck in the future.

Greg joined Culford in 2020 after transferring from his former school in France. During his time here, he secured a music scholarship, performed for huge audiences, and has been an integral part of Cornwallis House. In his A Levels, Greg achieved a C in Music, C in Geography and a B in French.⁠
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🙌 In September, he will study Business with French at The University of Liverpool. Good luck, Greg!

Nasha joined the Culford community in Fourth Form after moving from her previous school in Kenya. She has since flourished as an individual, achieving an A in Technical Business, A* in Digital Media and a B in Geography, alongside an impressive EPQ in Cyber Security. ⁠
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👏 Congratulations, Nasha! We look forward to seeing your progress in Business Law at Exeter University this September.

''Charlie embodies our school values of community, leadership, and service. He has consistently shown a strong sense of responsibility and a willingness to go above and beyond." - Mr Younger, Cornwallis Housemaster⁠
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💙 Congratulations to our outgoing Head Boy, Charlie, on his brilliant A Level results. He achieved three A* grades in Philosophy, English, and History. Charlie will study Philosophy and Theology at Oxford University this September; we wish him the very best of luck.

Congratulations to our Upper Sixth Class of 2024 on their fantastic A-Level results today. A message from our Head of Sixth Form, Mr Rackowe, on their achievements.

"On behalf of all the staff at Culford, I extend my warmest congratulations to the Upper Sixth for their outstanding results. Their determination over the past two years has truly paid off. We hope the connections and friendships they have created at Culford will last a lifetime, and we look forward to witnessing all they achieve in the future."

In the coming week, we'll share the achievements, future plans and fond memories of our Upper Sixth leavers. We wish you all the very best in the future beyond Culford.