Open Events, Taster Days and Visits

After requesting your prospectus pack, we would recommend that families interested in joining the School arrange a visit – only then can you get a true feel for just how much the College and the Buchan has to offer.

Visits

Prospective pupils and their families are always welcome to make an individual appointment to visit the School. You will be taken on a tour by a College or Buchan pupil, meet the Principal or Head of the Buchan, Deputy Head Pastoral and other academic staff, as appropriate. We can also arrange for you to meet specific members of staff, such as boarding and Heads of Department for subjects of particular interest.

Taster Days and Overnight Stays

Once a family has visited us, they can then arrange a taster day or overnight stay for their child in one of our boarding houses – School House for girls and Colbourne House for boys. Our bespoke taster days are the perfect way to experience life at the College and Buchan on a School day, and can be arranged any time during the academic year. Your son or daughter will be teamed up with a 'buddy', who will introduce them to other students and our teachers, and they will attend lessons, sport and other activities.

Open Days

King William's College and The Buchan School hold annual Open Events in the Summer and Autumn terms. In 2017 our Open Days will take place on Monday 1st May, which is a normal working day for the School, and Saturday 14th October. Prospective students and their families are invited to attend and enjoy a pupil-led tour. All departments will be open and there will be an address by the Principal/Head of the Buchan and a variety of exhibitions on display.

Contact Us

For any questions regarding admission to King William's College and The Buchan School or to arrange a visit, taster day or overnight stay, please contact our Admissions Registrars Susan Gibson and Marion Taggart at admissions@kwc.im or +44 (0) 1624 820110.

We look forward to welcoming you!

• 1st May
  The Buchan School Open Morning Tours of the School at 10am, followed by refreshments and a chance to talk to the teachers and senior staff members.
• 1st May
  King William's College Open Afternoon Tours of the School at 2pm, followed by refreshments and a chance to talk to the teachers and senior staff members.
• 14th October
  The Buchan School Open Morning Tours of the School at 10am, followed by refreshments and a chance to talk to the teachers and senior staff members.
• 14th October
  King William's College Open Afternoon Tours of the School at 2pm, followed by refreshments and a chance to talk to the teachers and senior staff members.
• 5th February
  Sixth Form Taster Sessions Experience life as a College Sixth Form Student by arranging a tailor-made taster session during the week of February 5th. Our Sixth Form Scholarships will be held on February 10th.
  
• 28th March
  Reception Class Taster Day This special taster day is a wonderful way for your child to experience life at The Buchan School on a normal working day. It will start at 8.30am and will include crafts, outdoor play, lunch and a presentation and tour of the School for parents. This bespoke day is for pupils due to start school in September 2017.