OW Uni Ambassador Scheme: Supporting Pupils Through the University Journey
13 July 2026Choosing what to study, deciding where to apply, or considering a gap year can make the university application process feel overwhelming. While prospectuses, open days and online research are all valuable resources, nothing quite compares to hearing directly from someone who has already been through the experience. That’s exactly why we created the OW University […]
Life Beyond Fifth Form: Preparing for What Comes Next
02 July 2026The Life Beyond Fifth Form Programme 2026 offered pupils an inspiring and practical introduction to the skills, mindsets and experiences that will help them thrive in Sixth Form and beyond Wellington. Over three immersive days, pupils took part in workshops, interactive sessions and hands-on activities designed to build confidence, independence and curiosity about the world of work […]
17 for 17 Podcast: Stories of Sustainable Impact from Wellington to the World
09 April 2026What does it mean to build a career that truly makes a difference? At Wellington, this question is explored through 17 for 17 – a new podcast series featuring conversations between current pupils and Old Wellingtonians working to create a more sustainable future. Each episode connects to one or more of the United Nations’ Sustainable […]
Exploring ‘Life Beyond Wellington’ through Careers Speed Networking
27 March 2026On Saturday 21 March, nearly 150 students took part in a lively Careers Speed Networking event, designed to spark curiosity, build confidence and develop real-world communication skills. The session brought together an impressive group of 34 parent and Old Wellingtonian volunteers, representing a wide range of industries including entrepreneurship, finance, law, healthcare, politics and journalism. […]
Beyond the Prospectus: OW University Ambassador Scheme 2024
07 February 2025Navigating the university application process can be a daunting task, from deciding which subject to take to exploring the possibility of a gap year. While prospectuses, open days and online research can provide valuable information, speaking with someone who has lived it can provide a comprehensive insight – which is why we created the OW […]
Entrepreneurship Resources
21 January 2025Interested in a career in entrepreneurship? Check out our full resource guide with free course suggestions, podcast recommendations and useful blogs via the link here: Entrepreneurship Resources
How to Network like a Pro
21 January 2025If you’ve been seeking advice about finding a job or making it in a certain industry, you’ve probably been told to ‘network.’ But what does that actually mean? And how on earth do you do it? This guide is here to help you figure out stress-free networking, so you can start building up your professional […]