OUR PHILANTHROPIC PROGRAMME

Through our Philanthropic programme we have been able to deliver a number of projects in recent years that have greatly enriched the life of the students and others in the wider community.

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We are shaping the future

‘Inspire!’ focuses on key areas and aims to: develop our campus and deliver a truly dynamic and world-leading educational environment; widen opportunity and access through our scholarship programme – the WOW! campaign; and provide an enriched curriculum and platform for all round educational success and set our students up for life beyond Wellington.

We are indebted to those parents and OWs who have donated almost £5m to the recent building projects and £6m to the bursary programme over the last 4 years. Without this wonderful philanthropic support, these success stories would simply not have happened.

Recent Successes

Mallinson Library

Reflecting our commitment to the Eight Aptitudes, £2.6m was raised to transform the original College library into a high-tech centre for study and independent learning.

Project cost	£2.6m
Funded by the College	£0.3m
Funded by philanthropy	£2.3m

Monro Pavilion

The now iconic Monro Pavilion, with fantastic views over the Bigside rugby pithces, was named in honour of Hugh Monro, 12th Master of Wellington College.

Project cost	£1.5m
Funded by the College	£0.5m
Funded by philanthropy	£1.0m

Selangor Court

A vibrant social hub next to the V&A Café that provides a meeting space for students and greatly enhances a previously unloved part of the College.

Project cost	£0.7m
Funded by the College	£0.2m
Funded by philanthropy	£0.5m

Mandarin Centre

Reflecting Wellington’s interest in Asian studies, the Mandarin Centre provides a new home for our expanding study of Chinese languages and culture.

Project cost	£0.7m
Funded by the College	£0.2m
Funded by philanthropy	£0.5m

Golf Clubhouse

Sporting opportunities have been expanded with the addition of a swing studio to develop technique and professionalism in a dedicated golfing facility.

Project cost	£0.3m
Funded by the College	-
Funded by philanthropy	£0.3m

Real Tennis

Funded by The Real Tennis and Rackets Association and a small number of OWs and parents, the new court will be an impressive addition to the estate.

Project cost	£1.4m
Funded by the College	-
Funded by philanthropy	£1.4m

Recent Heritage Projects

Chapel windows

Project cost	£110,000
Funded by the College	-
Funded by philanthropy	£110,000

Waterloo Hall Renovation

Project cost	£135,000
Funded by the College	£135,000
Funded by philanthropy	-

Chapel Roll of Honours

Project cost	£18,000
Funded by the College	£18,000
Funded by philanthropy	-

Royal Foundation Room

Project cost	£50,000
Funded by the College	£50,000
Funded by philanthropy	-

Path of Duty Storyboards

Project cost	£18,000
Funded by the College	£18,000
Funded by philanthropy	-

Royal Foundation Exhibition

Project cost	£25,000
Funded by the College	£25,000
Funded by philanthropy	-

Upcoming Events

09 January 2026

Wellington College at Milton Court

Milton Hall

The Wellington College Symphony Orchestra, Chapel Choir and Camerata will be performing at Milton Court, the largest conservatoire concert hall in London. The programme includes Rossini’s Overture to Barber of Seville, Bizet’s Carmen Suite (No.1), Mozart’s Violin Concerto in D No.3 1^st mvt with soloist Elena T, and Vaughan Williams’ Fantasia on Christmas Carols with soloist Thomas H. OWs and members of the Wellington Community are welcome to attend.

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15 January 2026

Wellington Community Book Club

Wellington College

The Wellington Community Book Club is a small, friendly group of bookworms who meet regularly to debate the meeting’s highlighted books, discuss what they’re currently perusing, and share their love of reading!

The next meeting will be held in the Library Moral Room on Thursday 15th January 2026 from 7.30pm; drinks and light bites will be provided. The group have chosen to read ‘The Killer Question’ by Janice Hallet, ‘The Land in Winter’ by Andrew Miller.

The group always welcomes new members, even if you haven’t had a chance to read the books! If you would be interested in joining, please email community@wellingtoncollege.org.uk for more information.

17 January 2026

Wellington Christian Parent Prayer Group

The Chapel, Wellington College

You are warmly invited to join the Wellington Christian Parent Prayer Group, set up by a group of current parents from a variety of church backgrounds, who believe prayers have a positive impact on school life. The group welcomes everyone within the Wellington Community with an interest in praying blessings on the school community.

The next meeting will be held from 1-2pm on Saturday 17th January in the Chapel.

The meetings are very informal and meet a few times per term. To join or for further information please email community@wellingtoncollege.org.uk

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