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Founder’s Day is one of the most cherished events in the Lancing calendar. It's a time for pupils, families, and staff to come together in celebration of our founder, Nathaniel Woodard, and to mark the close of another successful academic year. It is a day of joy, reflection, and gratitude: a moment to applaud our pupils' achievements and look ahead to the future with confidence and pride.
This year’s event took place on Saturday 24 May and, although the weather kept us on our toes, the sun made several welcome appearances throughout the day as the campus came alive with activity. The Shearwood Pavilion played host to live music performed from its balcony by talented pupils and staff, who provided a perfect soundtrack to the multitude of events happening below!
Among the many attractions, pupils and staff alike soared above the Chapel on a giant swing ride, taking in stunning views of the South Downs. The ever-popular bumper cars and Ferris wheel were also a welcome addition to the festivities!
This year’s afternoon tea was a particular highlight, inspired by Shakespeare and chosen by the Head Master, Mr Dominic Oliver, for his final Founder’s Day. The Catering team, led by Hannah Bond, embraced the theme, delivering a creative and delicious spread for the masses of visitors. Alongside this, Polly the vintage food truck made an appearance, as well as The Pizza Oven, which served up fresh fare to keep the crowds going throughout the day.
As always, we extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped bring the day to life - our staff, our pupils, and our Lancing families. Founder’s Day is a celebration of community, and this year’s event was a fitting tribute to all that we've accomplished over this past academic year.
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Prize Winners
Fine Art
Fifth Form – Vasilisa S.
Upper Sixth Form – Nika J.
The Professor Sir Roy Calne Prize – Ella K.
Photography
Fifth Form – Joseph M.
Upper Sixth Form – Eva S.-W.
Business Studies
Upper Sixth Form – Oscar B., Ruby T.
Classics
Greek – Zoe H.
Classical Civilisation – Gabriel C.-B.
Latin – George C.
Design and Technology
GCSE Product Design – Anastasiia S.
GCSE Engineering – Jethro S.
Upper Sixth Form – Matthew B.
English
Stephen Paul – Izzy M.
Scarlyn Wilson – Bella B.
Stuart Cloete – Maria N.
Paul Lindsell – Ria Y.
Reading
OL Lancing Lodge – Sophia B.
Lionel Ley Chapel – Joseph O.
Drama
Fifth Form – Euan C., Albie T.
Donald Bancroft – John H.
S F Vincent – Gabriel C.-B.
Economics
Upper Sixth Form – Harry D.
Geography
Fifth Form – Evie M.
Upper Sixth Form – Matilde G.
History
Ken Shearwood – Isaac H.
Gladstone Memorial – Bella B.
Maria For Ying Ip – Nerea K.-M.
Mathematics
Fifth Form – Jethro S.
Lower Sixth Form (Dennis Day Scholarship) – Ingrid C.
Upper Sixth Form – Paddy J.
Dennis Day – Karan M.
Modern Foreign Languages
Fifth Form Linguist – Maddi P.
Fifth Form French – Ciara H.
Fifth Form German – Hilmi M.
Fifth Form Spanish – Jaz B.
Upper Sixth Form Linguist – Isabelle K.
Upper Sixth Form French – Alex K.
Upper Sixth Form German – Ria Y.
Upper Sixth Form Spanish – Ria Y.
Upper Sixth Form Chinese – Eva S.-W.
Music
John Sessions – Isaac H.
The Hancock Trophy – Beatrice D.-C.-W.
The Jenny Caws Prize for Chamber Music – Bryn H., Isaac H., Paddy J., Freddie W.
Peter Tinniswood – Lili R.
School Music – Elisabeth D. R. H.
Catharina Tinniswood Plate – Erin D.
Sir Peter Pears – Maria N.
The Wroe Awards – Sophie B., Matilde G., Albert L., Charlie S.
Music Performance – Grace S.
The Robson Cup for Music & Drama – Rosanna M.
Physical Education
Fifth Form – Grace H., Amelia P.
Upper Sixth Form – Monty W.
Politics
Lower Sixth Form – Emma V.
Upper Sixth Form – Angie K.
Religious Studies
Upper Sixth Form – Oscar B.
Science
Fifth Form GCSE Sciences – Jethro S.
Upper Sixth Form Chemistry – Mejafe A.
Upper Sixth Form Biology – Ella T.
Upper Sixth Form Physics – Kian Z.
The Professor Sir Roy Calne Prize – Eamon R.
Computer Science
Lower Sixth Form – Isaac L.
Upper Sixth Form – Johnson C.
Psychology
Upper Sixth Form Professor Alan Clarke Psychology Prize – Angie K.
Extended Project
Upper Sixth Form – Matthew B.
Scholars’ Symposium
Fifth Form – Isaac H.
Upper Sixth Form – Sofiia S.
The Harvard Book Prize
Lower Sixth Form – Hugo D.
The Dominic Oliver & Lydia Rainford Prize for Outstanding Contribution to the Creative Culture of the School
Upper Sixth Form – Maria N.
CCF
Dedication Cup – Flynn S.
Peter Lewis Cup – Nerea K.-M.
Simon Cartwright Memorial Shield – Sam L.
The Sword of Honour – Sam L.
Explorer Scouts Award
Lower Sixth Form – Lili R.
Duke of Edinburgh
Lower Sixth Form – Mingli J.
Upper Sixth Form – Marius P.-A.
Dance
The Jacqueline Storey Dance Award – Piper S.
The Swan Prize
Lower Sixth Form – Jamiee L.
Helen Davis Prize
Upper Sixth Form – Elisabeth D. R. H.
The Woodard Ethos Prize
Upper Sixth Form – Tamilore A.
The Woodard Board Prize
Upper Sixth Form – Sofiia S.
The E. B. Gordon Prize for Citizenship
Upper Sixth Form – Sofiia S.
Head Master's Prize – Heads of School
Upper Sixth Form – Paddy J., Nerea K.-M., Sofiia S., Fin S.