Students from the Girls’ Division showcased their talent and confidence in two renowned English Speaking Union (ESU) competitions this term, earning praise from judges and advancing to the next stages. In the Churchill Public Speaking Competition—open to Years 9 to 11—Bolton School entered two Year 9 teams who competed virtually against five other schools. With […]
Bolton School captivated audiences with a breath-taking adaptation of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, transforming the Boys’ Division Great Hall into the magical land of Narnia. From Blitz-era London to the White Witch’s icy fortress, the impressive set design, lighting, and detailed costumes transported viewers into C.S. Lewis’ beloved tale. The production featured […]
There has been an alarming increase in DIY dental procedures amongst the population, with parents taking matters into their own hands – by carrying out dangerous dental procedures at home. There are many potential factors for the increase in DIY dental procedures, namely being the increased advocation of “simple at home procedures” on social media […]
Easter Traditions: What is the name of the traditional Easter bread eaten in many European countries? In which country did the tradition of the Easter Bunny originate? Easter Symbols: What flower is often associated with Easter due to its blooming season? What does the egg symbolise in Easter celebrations? Easter History: Who was the Roman […]
The movements: Minimalism and Maximalism, have been alongside one another throughout art history, acting as polar opposites. They practically are their own philosophies; minimalism is an advocate for sustainability and timelessness—quality over quantity—to inspire others to create a wardrobe that transcends temporary trends and to battle against our world’s current era of excessive consumerism. Contrarily, […]
This year, saving energy is more important than ever, for more than one reason. The Cost-of-Living Crisis is hitting us hard, and so is climate change. Just last year, the highest temperature ever recorded in the UK reached up to 40.3 degrees Celsius! With prices increasing for nearly everything, this article will help you save […]
CERN is the European centre for particle physics research located in beautiful Geneva, Switzerland. International scientists from many member states and disciplines collaborate to further understand the past, present and future of the universe we live in today. I was fortunate enough to visit CERN for four days in December to learn more about the […]
Are you looking for a Christmas Quiz for the festive period? Look no further! Question: In the famous Christmas song “Jingle Bells,” how many horses are mentioned pulling the sleigh? A) OneB) TwoC) SixD) Eight Question: Which country is credited with the tradition of placing presents under the Christmas tree? A) GermanyB) FranceC) EnglandD) Italy […]
Since the 19th century, many representations of Father Christmas (more commonly known as Santa) have been showed in movies, books and advertisements. Examples include: Elf, the children’s book ‘Dear Santa’, and Coca Cola advertisements. Internationally, the representation of Santa varies from place to place. Of course, there are some commonalities but still many different depictions […]
