Sixth Form
LGBT+ History Month
LGBT+ History Month: we all have a part to play in creating a fairer world. I consider myself very fortunate indeed. I realised I was bisexual when I was in…
Taunton School ranked 7th best school in the country for sport
School Sport Magazine has released its annual list of the most successful sporting schools in the country with Taunton School making the top ten. For the first time ever, the…
Looking for Good News
I think I have become a news addict. I know I’m not the only one. I have noticed that I am spending an increasing amount of time reading news websites….
How can parents support remote learning?
As parents, it can be hard to support students in this unusual situation of remote learning. However, there are a few things that students can do to try to ensure…
DofE students lead the way
The DofE scheme is a major part of the school’s co-curricular offering, with well over 300 students working toward Bronze, Silver or Gold awards. Our students have not allowed the…
Sporting stars join Taunton School’s remote learning line-up
An Olympian and an England cricketer joined virtual lessons this week and shared their unique insights into elite sport. On Saturday, Olympic Bronze Medalist and Team GB pentathlete, Kate Allenby…
Staying Safe at Home
Over the course of the week I have been recording screencasts for each year group about how to keep themselves safe over the next few weeks. During the first lockdown…
Philanthropy at Taunton School, then and now
An update from the TS Foundation The Taunton School Foundation was founded nearly 20 years ago with a mission to engage a global community of Old Tauntonians, parents and friends…
150 years of Taunton School as we know it
Taunton School is synonymous with its neo-gothic main building and iconic clock tower that overlooks the green swathe of playing fields at the front of the school and 2020 marks…
The Princess Royal officially opens new dining room at Taunton School
The Princess Royal travelled to Taunton to meet students and staff, and formally opened our new state-of-the-art dining room and kitchens. The Princess Royal was introduced to Taunton School Headmaster…