Shiplake College
@shiplakecollege.bsky.social
Independent co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 11-18.
Step into the House of Fun as #ShiplakeDrama proudly presents 'Our House - The Madness Musical'. Tickets for performances on Wednesday 4 and Thursday 5 February at Henley's Kenton Theatre. Tickets are now on sale at thekenton.org.uk/whats-on/our...
January 14, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Step into the House of Fun as #ShiplakeDrama proudly presents 'Our House - The Madness Musical'. Tickets for performances on Wednesday 4 and Thursday 5 February at Henley's Kenton Theatre. Tickets are now on sale at thekenton.org.uk/whats-on/our...
During Monday’s Whole School Assembly, our senior prefect team announced the creation of a new student driven #ShiplakeFood council with Thomas Franks staff, focused on reducing food waste and protecting the environment. Read more at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
January 14, 2026 at 1:42 PM
During Monday’s Whole School Assembly, our senior prefect team announced the creation of a new student driven #ShiplakeFood council with Thomas Franks staff, focused on reducing food waste and protecting the environment. Read more at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
A strong start to the year for #ShiplakeFootball with a string of decisive wins. These results reflect the #ShiplakeDetermined spirit and dedication our teams show during training. Catch all the details in this week’s Sports Report at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
January 13, 2026 at 3:30 PM
A strong start to the year for #ShiplakeFootball with a string of decisive wins. These results reflect the #ShiplakeDetermined spirit and dedication our teams show during training. Catch all the details in this week’s Sports Report at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
We’re delighted to welcome Dr Shilpa McQuillan to our Wellbeing Day for a Menopause & Perimenopause Q&A. As founder of Berkshire Menopause Clinic in Henley Dr Shilpa McQuillan provides expert care to help inform and support women. To book tickets visit connected.shiplake.org.uk/events/view/...
January 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM
We’re delighted to welcome Dr Shilpa McQuillan to our Wellbeing Day for a Menopause & Perimenopause Q&A. As founder of Berkshire Menopause Clinic in Henley Dr Shilpa McQuillan provides expert care to help inform and support women. To book tickets visit connected.shiplake.org.uk/events/view/...
We began 2026 with site-safety enhancements, including roof upgrades, traffic-calming measures, and improved lighting in the Sports Hall. Our campus remains committed to the wellbeing of the entire #ShiplakeCommunity. Read more about these developments here: www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
January 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM
We began 2026 with site-safety enhancements, including roof upgrades, traffic-calming measures, and improved lighting in the Sports Hall. Our campus remains committed to the wellbeing of the entire #ShiplakeCommunity. Read more about these developments here: www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
For the first #FeedbackFriday of 2026 we feature words from a parent accepting a place for their daughter to join in September. Our assessment days are designed to get to know each individual and it means a lot to us when we hear that the offer letters we send do reflect this. #ShiplakeIndividual
January 9, 2026 at 6:39 PM
For the first #FeedbackFriday of 2026 we feature words from a parent accepting a place for their daughter to join in September. Our assessment days are designed to get to know each individual and it means a lot to us when we hear that the offer letters we send do reflect this. #ShiplakeIndividual
We’ve announced the winners of this year’s #ShiplakeArt House Postcard Competition after receiving an amazing 224 entries from across the College.
Discover the winning artworks in our latest article www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
#ShiplakeCreative
Discover the winning artworks in our latest article www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
#ShiplakeCreative
January 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM
We’ve announced the winners of this year’s #ShiplakeArt House Postcard Competition after receiving an amazing 224 entries from across the College.
Discover the winning artworks in our latest article www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
#ShiplakeCreative
Discover the winning artworks in our latest article www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
#ShiplakeCreative
We are thrilled to welcome Alicia Drummond as the keynote speaker for our Wellbeing Day. Alicia is a BACP-accredited therapist, and founder of The Wellbeing Hub.
For details about our speakers and to book tickets head to connected.shiplake.org.uk/events/view/...
For details about our speakers and to book tickets head to connected.shiplake.org.uk/events/view/...
January 8, 2026 at 4:15 PM
We are thrilled to welcome Alicia Drummond as the keynote speaker for our Wellbeing Day. Alicia is a BACP-accredited therapist, and founder of The Wellbeing Hub.
For details about our speakers and to book tickets head to connected.shiplake.org.uk/events/view/...
For details about our speakers and to book tickets head to connected.shiplake.org.uk/events/view/...
Throwback to October’s Iceland adventure! From glaciers to geysers, our #ShiplakeGeography students experienced the very best of Iceland’s landscapes and culture. Read about the trip at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
January 8, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Throwback to October’s Iceland adventure! From glaciers to geysers, our #ShiplakeGeography students experienced the very best of Iceland’s landscapes and culture. Read about the trip at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
And we're back! Smiles and sunshine greeted us at Shiplake today as we welcomed students to the start of the Spring Term 2026. We're excited for an inspiring, energetic and productive term ahead! #ShiplakeCommunity
January 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM
And we're back! Smiles and sunshine greeted us at Shiplake today as we welcomed students to the start of the Spring Term 2026. We're excited for an inspiring, energetic and productive term ahead! #ShiplakeCommunity
We are proud to support Ocean Oarsmen as they row the Atlantic to raise funds for Alexander Devine. Last term, College House raised over £1000 through a 24-hour Rowathon. Read about our Rowathon here: www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-12... #ShiplakeRowing
January 7, 2026 at 12:30 PM
We are proud to support Ocean Oarsmen as they row the Atlantic to raise funds for Alexander Devine. Last term, College House raised over £1000 through a 24-hour Rowathon. Read about our Rowathon here: www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-12... #ShiplakeRowing
We were thrilled to host Malcolm Drakes at our INSET training today, where he shared research-based strategies for enhancing boys’ learning. These insights help us improve our practice, ensuring exceptional education for all our girls and boys. #ShiplakeInspirational #ShiplakeLearning
January 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM
We were thrilled to host Malcolm Drakes at our INSET training today, where he shared research-based strategies for enhancing boys’ learning. These insights help us improve our practice, ensuring exceptional education for all our girls and boys. #ShiplakeInspirational #ShiplakeLearning
A flurry of snow blanketed Shiplake in an icy layer today. Even though conditions were freezing, the grounds looked even more magical. #ShiplakeCommunity #ShiplakeSnow
January 6, 2026 at 4:56 PM
A flurry of snow blanketed Shiplake in an icy layer today. Even though conditions were freezing, the grounds looked even more magical. #ShiplakeCommunity #ShiplakeSnow
During the last week of the Autumn term, #ShiplakeSport experienced a series of triumphs and intensely contested games. The fixtures showcased the dedication and skill from our teams, culminating in an exciting conclusion to the season. Read the summary here - www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
January 6, 2026 at 12:30 PM
During the last week of the Autumn term, #ShiplakeSport experienced a series of triumphs and intensely contested games. The fixtures showcased the dedication and skill from our teams, culminating in an exciting conclusion to the season. Read the summary here - www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2026-01...
End of season #ShiplakeRugby awards took place at the end of the Autumn Term, with the senior players enjoying a black-tie dinner in the Great Hall, during which colours and honours caps were also announced. Find out who all the award winners were at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-12...
December 29, 2025 at 2:27 PM
End of season #ShiplakeRugby awards took place at the end of the Autumn Term, with the senior players enjoying a black-tie dinner in the Great Hall, during which colours and honours caps were also announced. Find out who all the award winners were at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-12...
The Autumn Term ended with an incredible carol service at Henley's St Mary's Church. Almost 800 pupils, parents, staff and governors enjoyed the choir performances, readings and taking part in the congregational carols. Read more and watch a highlights video at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-12...
December 24, 2025 at 10:15 AM
The Autumn Term ended with an incredible carol service at Henley's St Mary's Church. Almost 800 pupils, parents, staff and governors enjoyed the choir performances, readings and taking part in the congregational carols. Read more and watch a highlights video at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-12...
The senior #ShiplakeHockey girls celebrated their season in style with speeches, a quiz, excellent food and the presentation of awards in the Great Hall. Years 7-9 girls also held end of season awards events. Find out who all the winners were at www.shiplake.org.uk/.../2025.../....
December 23, 2025 at 11:02 AM
The senior #ShiplakeHockey girls celebrated their season in style with speeches, a quiz, excellent food and the presentation of awards in the Great Hall. Years 7-9 girls also held end of season awards events. Find out who all the winners were at www.shiplake.org.uk/.../2025.../....
For #FeedbackFriday we share some of the responses from parents whose children have recently received an offer of a place to join Shiplake in Year 12 next September. We look forward to welcoming lots of the girls and boys to our offer-holders' social evening in January! #ShiplakeFamily
December 19, 2025 at 9:42 AM
For #FeedbackFriday we share some of the responses from parents whose children have recently received an offer of a place to join Shiplake in Year 12 next September. We look forward to welcoming lots of the girls and boys to our offer-holders' social evening in January! #ShiplakeFamily
Booking for our popular #ShiplakeRowing summer camps is open! Now extended to four weeks (two non-residential, two residential). First week open to pupils going into Years 8-13; all other weeks open to those going into Years 9-13. Details and booking available at www.shiplake.org.uk/rowingcamps
December 18, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Booking for our popular #ShiplakeRowing summer camps is open! Now extended to four weeks (two non-residential, two residential). First week open to pupils going into Years 8-13; all other weeks open to those going into Years 9-13. Details and booking available at www.shiplake.org.uk/rowingcamps
Today, we held our annual Carol Service at St Mary's Church. A heartfelt thank you to our singers, readers, prefects, chapel wardens and #ShiplakeMusic staff for making the event so special. It was wonderful to see such a large turnout from the #ShiplakeCommunity.
December 16, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Today, we held our annual Carol Service at St Mary's Church. A heartfelt thank you to our singers, readers, prefects, chapel wardens and #ShiplakeMusic staff for making the event so special. It was wonderful to see such a large turnout from the #ShiplakeCommunity.
Shiplake College ended the Autumn Term with festive activities. #ShiplakeSixthForm decorated gingerbread houses, while #ShiplakeYear7 and #ShiplakeYear8 held a Christmas party. We wore Christmas Jumpers and enjoyed a delicious lunch from Thomas Franks. More photos at flic.kr/s/aHBqjCDQXy.
December 15, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Shiplake College ended the Autumn Term with festive activities. #ShiplakeSixthForm decorated gingerbread houses, while #ShiplakeYear7 and #ShiplakeYear8 held a Christmas party. We wore Christmas Jumpers and enjoyed a delicious lunch from Thomas Franks. More photos at flic.kr/s/aHBqjCDQXy.
Congratulations to the #ShiplakeFootball U12B Team, who have been crowned Berkshire Independent Schools Football League winners after a thrilling 2-1 victory in the Playoff Final last Wednesday! Read more at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-12...
December 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Congratulations to the #ShiplakeFootball U12B Team, who have been crowned Berkshire Independent Schools Football League winners after a thrilling 2-1 victory in the Playoff Final last Wednesday! Read more at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-12...
#67 has reached Shiplake! We know this will resonate with teachers across the country and beyond. Merry Christmas from the whole #ShiplakeCommunity
December 12, 2025 at 5:13 PM
#67 has reached Shiplake! We know this will resonate with teachers across the country and beyond. Merry Christmas from the whole #ShiplakeCommunity
The #ShiplakeCommunity took part in Anti-Bullying Week with the theme Power for Good! Pupils engaged in creative competitions exploring how positive actions can make a difference, reinforcing our commitment to a safe and inclusive community. Read more at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-12...
December 12, 2025 at 12:08 PM
The #ShiplakeCommunity took part in Anti-Bullying Week with the theme Power for Good! Pupils engaged in creative competitions exploring how positive actions can make a difference, reinforcing our commitment to a safe and inclusive community. Read more at www.shiplake.org.uk/news/2025-12...
We recently shared our positive ISI Inspection report with our parents, along with the news of being in the ALPS top 10% nationally for value-added progress at both #ShiplakeGCSE and #ShiplakeAlevel! Here are just a few of the many responses of congratulations received for today's #FeedbackFriday!
December 12, 2025 at 9:45 AM
We recently shared our positive ISI Inspection report with our parents, along with the news of being in the ALPS top 10% nationally for value-added progress at both #ShiplakeGCSE and #ShiplakeAlevel! Here are just a few of the many responses of congratulations received for today's #FeedbackFriday!