Darwin Science Summer School Handbook 2024

Darwin Science
Summer School
Handbook 2024

Message from the Head of
Summer School
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the Darwin
Science Summer School. We are very much
looking forward to having you here at Shrewsbury
UK as you take part in what will be an exciting
educational experience.
During your stay you will learn all about
Charles Darwin - both his story and his work
and legacy to the present day as one of the most
significant scientists of all time. Dr Morgan,
our Head of Biology, has put together a course
programme that will be challenging and fun.
This will be delivered in class and through
educational visits locally and further afield to
Chester, Oxford and London.
At all times we will have an excellent pastoral
team working to give you the best levels of
care. Under the leadership and care of Mr
Farmer, we want you to feel that you are at
home - comfortable and happy. In many
respects, provision has been modelled to
follow our boarding rhythms and routines
during the School year - we want to give you
opportunities to sample and to enjoy what that
is like. I would encourage you to get stuck into
everything on offer!
It just remains for me to repeat how excited I
am to be welcoming you to the Darwin Science
Summer School - and to Shrewsbury UK.
Stuart Cowper,
Head of Summer School
Stuart Cowper Biography:
Stuart studied Modern Foreign Languages (French
and Spanish) at Christ Church, Oxford during
which time he enjoyed the opportunity to live and
to work as a teacher in Galicia, Spain.
During his time at Shrewsbury School he has been
Head of Department and Housemaster and is now
in the Leadership Team as Head of Partnerships
and Community Engagement. As part of this
role, he works closely with STEM teachers at the
School and Imperial College to develop courses to
promote a love of learning in science and related
subjects. He coordinates the School’s annual
contribution to the town’s Darwin Festival.
Outside school he is keen on sports and takes an
active interest in natural history and conservation
work. He is a trained bird ringer who has
volunteered in a number of European countries.
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Message from the
Pastoral Lead
During your stay I will be leading the team
looking after you. Our accommodation is
in Mary Sydney Hall - this is a beautifully
appointed and spacious boarding house
that occupies a prime location on the school
campus with great outdoor areas to the front.
We are very close to Kingsland House where
you will eat meals - and snacks will be available
in the boarding house.
I will be your first port of call if you have any
questions or problems. My job is to ensure that
you are safe and happy during the Summer
School - that you enjoy your experience. We
will hold daily meetings to check that you
understand the plans for the day, but my wider
team and I will be available and contactable
24/7 throughout the duration of the course.
When you are not in class or on educational
visits the pastoral team will support you with
activities in the house or on the campus - this
will be a lot of fun!
Henry Farmer Biography:
Henry has been Head of Pupil Wellbeing at
Shrewsbury School since 2017 and teaches
French, German and PSHE. Henry’s role covers
Safeguarding and ensuring that all pupils in the
school receive lessons, workshops and assemblies
on things like essential life skills, staying safe
and looking after themselves. Henry also coaches
football, fives and tennis as well as helping to run
the weekly mountain bike group. In his pastoral
role he has worked closely in three of the school’s
boarding houses. Henry is married and has two
daughters who are 15 and 16. Previously he worked
in schools in London and Wellington.
So, I’d like to welcome you and very much look
forward to getting to know you during your time
here with us at Shrewsbury.
Henry Farmer, Pastoral Lead
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Message from the
Darwin Science
Course Lead
I’ve created the Darwin Science Course to be
interactive, practical, varied and academically
ambitious. As we say here at Shrewsbury,
it will be “serious fun”!
I’m joined by a team of highly qualified and
experienced teachers: Dr Case, Mr Turney
and Mr Jones, together with some wonderful
assistants who have just completed their
Biology A- levels.
Lab sessions will be in the Darwin Building,
which is dedicated to Biology and which boasts
world-leading facilities and equipment - like
high quality microscopes, lab apparatus for
genetics and microbiology and a stunning
natural history collection. We also have two
full-time technicians in support.
You’ll be in one of four classes and so have
fantastic levels of individual supervision. There
will be two or three lab sessions a day and these
will be complemented by a series of full-day
or half-day trips: for fieldwork and to visit key
historical and scientific locations.
We’ll also have an overnight stay near London
so we can properly explore two sites of global
importance: The Natural History Museum and
Darwin’s adult home, Down House.
I have had so much fun in the process of
writing the course and I can’t wait to share it
with you.
Torin Morgan,
Darwin Science Course Lead
Torin Morgan Biography:
Raised in London, Torin went to Exeter University
to read for a degree in Biological Sciences, gaining
first-class honours. He then took a PhD in Marine
Biology at the National Oceanography Centre
in Southampton, specialising in invertebrate
population dynamics and cryptic speciation
with fieldwork based along the French coast.
Postdoctoral research positions followed at The
Natural History Museum, The Marine Biology
Association in Plymouth, Southampton University
and The National Oceanography Centre. Torin’s
research focused on the application of DNA
profiling to monitor deep sea and coastal marine
populations. He was appointed at Shrewsbury in
2000; alongside teaching he currently mentors
prospective medics and vets, coaches Fives and
umpires house cricket, and tutors in MSH. He was
appointed Head of Biology in 2015.
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Meet the
Pastoral Team Members
Adam Smiter
Adam, originally from Windsor, attended the University of Nottingham
where he read for a Master’s degree in Mathematical Physics, particularly
enjoying the topics of Mechanics and Chaos Theory. He went on to obtain
a PGCE from the University of Nottingham and took up a post at a local
comprehensive school, he became Head of Physics at another school for two
years before relocating to join Shrewsbury School in 2018. Adam is Head
of Science Outreach and Assistant Housemaster of Ingram’s boarding house
at Shrewsbury School, he also runs the Year Activities programme and
has coached football, rugby and fives. His hobbies include running, board
games, video games, Dungeons and Dragons and reading.
Charlotte Hopkins
Since September, Charlotte Hopkins has been a Futures Fellow and
Assistant Housemistress at Shrewsbury School. In the Futures Department,
she encourages students to consider and prepare for what they would like
to do beyond their time at school. As an Assistant Housemistress, she has
provided a wide range of pastoral support, and enjoys promoting a fun,
caring and inclusive atmosphere. Prior to that, she has worked in different
education policy areas for various colleges within the University of Oxford;
for a globally renowned Summer School; and with children with Special
Education Needs as a charity volunteer. These experiences have given her a
valuable understanding of the education system, and lots of happy memories
of working with students to unlock their academic potential. She finds it
a real privilege to see students grow throughout their educational journey
- and to guide them along this path. In her spare time, Charlotte Hopkins
enjoys painting, drawing, and being in the Great Outdoors! She looks
forward to meeting you this summer.
Amy Smiter
Amy studied Mathematical Physics at The University of Nottingham, where
she particularly enjoyed modules on relativity and quantum physics, before
completing a Master’s degree in Sustainable Energy and Entrepreneurship.
She then gained a PGCE at Nottingham Trent University and has taken
roles as Head of Physics in four different schools. She was appointed as
Head of Physics at Shrewsbury School in 2020 and also coaches football
and delivers a conservation programme to Third Form, working in the
conservation garden on site. Alongside running the Physics faculty, she
works with the Stemettes organisation to promote women in STEM. She
is a tutor in The Grove. In her spare time she enjoys board games, video
games, reading, watercolour painting and strength training.
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Meet the
Academic Team
Members
Richard Case
A former pupil of Shrewsbury School, Richard went on to gain a firstclass
degree in Zoology at the University of Leeds before completing his
Doctorate at the Molecular Ecology and Fisheries Genetics Laboratory at
the University of Hull. He specialised on the population genetics of North
Sea Cod and published his findings in various scientific journals. He was
appointed to the Department of Biology at Shrewsbury School in 2009 and
has been a housemaster for the last 10 years. He has travelled in over 40
countries and has led school expeditions to Indonesia, Madagascar, Guyana
and Ecuador, including the Galapagos Islands. He is a keen photographer
and enjoys outdoor pursuits such as cycling, hiking and sailing.
Nick Jones
Nick trained as a teacher at Cartrefle College, University of Wales. He
obtained an Honours degree in Education specialising in Science. For
the last thirty eight years he has taught at Packwood Haugh Preparatory
School. His many responsibilities have included House Parent, Deputy
Headmaster and teacher of Biology. He has prepared students for both
Common Entrance and Public School Scholarship exams. He has also
coached Rugby and athletics. He is passionate about natural history and in
particular deer management.
Jonathan Turney
Born in London and raised in Lancashire, Jonathan graduated from Oxford
University (St. Peter’s College) in 2000 with an MA in Biological Sciences.
He has a particular interest in all things botanical. A qualified chartered
accountant with Deloitte, he spent over a decade working in the City,
financing clean tech and renewable energy projects. He joined the teaching
profession in 2013, receiving his PGCE from Buckingham University in
2014. Prior to joining Shrewsbury in 2022, Jonathan was Head of Biology
and an Assistant Deputy Head at a day-boarding school in Hampshire. A
keen expeditioner, he has lived and worked in sub-Saharan Africa and has
travelled extensively in South America and SE Asia. A qualified football
coach, Jonathan coaches both boys and girls football teams at Shrewsbury.
He mentors prospective Oxbridge students and tutors in Ridgemount House.
He is married to Rose and they have three children and a black Labrador.
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Meet the
Support Team Members
Ed Moore
Born and raised in Shrewsbury, Ed has been the Sports Facilities Manager
at Shrewsbury School for 11 years. He has extensive knowledge in school
operations including the management and delivery of sporting events and
provision. Having an Advanced Diploma in School Business Management
he ensures an enjoyable experience is had by all visitors to Shrewsbury,
maximising the school’s resources. He is a strong believer and participant
in the life skills gained via sporting participation. A recent example of this
is his completion of the UK’s highest three peaks within 24hrs. He looks
forward to the delivery of this year’s Summer School and alongside others
will ensure the safety of attendees as a qualified Designated Safeguard Lead.
Isabell Rocke
Raised and educated in Shropshire, Isabell earned a Professional Chef
Diploma, a BTEC in Business and Administration, and a PA and
Secretarial Diploma from Shrewsbury and Ludlow Colleges. In her role
as Shrewsbury School’s Receptionist and Summer School Administrator,
Isabell is the first point of contact for many. She provides a professional,
friendly, and helpful welcome, utilising her extensive knowledge of the
school to assist visitors and callers. Outside of work, Isabell plays rugby for
a local team and loves paddleboarding on local rivers and beaches, rain or
shine. She enjoys exploring different areas and observing wildlife whenever
she gets the chance.
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Meet our
Student Staff
Ellie Pearson
In the Upper Sixth Ellie studied Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Art at A-Level.
She was Head of House in Mary Sydney Hall and Deputy Head of School. She had
an Academic and Art scholarship and loved studying at Shrewsbury School. She
played Hockey for the 1st XI and Tennis for the U18s. Next year she hopes to study
Natural Sciences at Durham University.
Jennifer O’Brien
Jennifer studied Biology, Chemistry and Philosophy A-levels. She has an offer to read
Psychology at Loughborough University. She held Academic, Sport and Palin (All-
Rounder) Scholarships and she was a Postor, Head of House Sport for MSH and
a Darwin President (member of the school science society). She was the inaugural
captain of the Girls’ Football 1st XI and played for the Cricket 1st XI, Hockey 1st
XI, Lacrosse 1st X and Football 1st XI. She is also a keen classical and rock guitarist
and played in the school Jazz Band.
Charlie Silver
Charlie studied Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Spanish A-levels. She has an offer
at Keele University to study Medicine. She was a Postor, a Darwin president and the
Leader of the Army section in the Combined Cadet Force. She held Academic and Art
Scholarships at school. She plays the saxophone and has rowed for the Girls 1st VII.
Ollie Cool
Ollie Studied Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Further Maths at A Level. He has an
offer to read Maths at Warwick University. He held a music scholarship, playing
piano and saxophone whilst enjoying performing with the school Big Band. He is
also a keen mountain biker.
Grace Huxley
Grace studied Biology, Art and Geography A-levels, she has an offer to read
Biological Sciences at Exeter. She was a Postor and Head of House of the new Girl’s
house Queen Elizabeth Hall and she played in the Girls 1st XI football team, Tennis
1st team and Hockey 2nd XI team. She was in the Chapel and Chamber choir and
loves to play the piano.
Ellie Hancock
Ellie studied Biology, Chemistry and English A-Levels. She has an offer to read
Biological Sciences at Birmingham University. She has held Academic and Palin
(All Rounder) Scholarships. She captained the school’s Fencing team. She also
plays the harp.
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Accommodation
During your stay you will be based in the Mary
Sydney Hall boarding house.
Boys and girls will be allocated rooms on separate floors with staff in
residence on each floor.
There are numerous comfortable communal areas where we will enjoy relaxing,
playing games and doing group activities.
Outside there is space for outdoor games.
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Catering
We have worked closely with
our chefs to ensure that a
healthy and varied offering is
available at meal times.
All meals will be served in Kingsland Hall, which is located close to the boarding house. On some of our trips
we will be taking packed lunches and also eating out.
We will be looking to provide food that is both familiar to you, but also give you the opportunity to sample
typical meals from the UK and other countries.
Snacks will also be available in the boarding house. Each floor also has a kitchenette, with toaster, kettle,
microwave and refrigerator.
Lunch Sample Menu
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
SOUP
FRESHLY MADE SOUP OF THE DAY WITH PETIT PAINS
MAIN COURSE
ONE
Piri piri chicken,
squash & lentil
stew
Tuna pasta bake
Thai spiced
chicken thighs
Piri Piri chicken
and lentil stew
Battered MSC
pollack
Spaghetti meatballs
Turkey stroganoff
MAIN COURSE
TWO
Lamachun with
Khobez breads
Turkey, ham &
leek pie
Pastitsio
Lincolnshire pork
sausages
Chicken &
mushroom pie
Spiced coconut
chicken leg
Sticky beef
VEGETARIAN
Courgette, spinach
& potato gratin
Sweet potato &
red pepper
Wellington
Eggs Florentine
Spinach & ricotta
cannelloni
Breaded halloumi
with tomato &
pineapple salsa
Cauliflower steaks
& chimcurri
Vegetable Chow
Mein
DAILY SPECIAL Pad Thai Panang Curry Laab Tom Yum Green papaya salad Pad kra pao moo Turkey Massaman
ON THE SIDE
Rice
Mang tout
Kale
Parmentier
potatoes broccoli
New potatoes
Green beans
Parsnips
Mashed potatoes
Carrots
Creamed leeks
Chips, Peas
Curry sauce
Kale
Courgette
Corn on cob
Rice
HOT DESSERT
Chocolate chip
sponge
Carrot cake
Warm protein
flapjack
Chocolate fudge
cake
Pineapple upside
down cake
Blueberry lemon
cake
Apple &
strawberry crumble
COLD
DESSERT
Trifle pots
Strawberry
cheesecake
Greek yoghurt,
blueberry compote
Chocolate mousse Shrewsbury mess Brownie & cream Chocolate mousse
FRUIT
SELECTION OF WHOLE FRUITS
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Supper Sample Menu
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
MAIN COURSE
ONE
Turkey & leek pie Steak pasty Taco bar Turkey schnitzel Pizza night
Pork steaks with
peppercorn sauce
Lasagne
MAIN COURSE
TWO
Gammon chops
Tandoori roasted
chicken thighs
Taco bar
Gnocchi, peas,
cherry tomatoes &
spinach
Pizza night
Sticky sweet chilli
chicken drumsticks
with coconut &
lime
Lasagne
VEGETARIAN
Three cheese
tortellini
Vegetable pasty
Taco bar
Baked field
mushrooms with
spinach, red onion
& blue cheese
Pizza night
Roasted red onion,
carrot, and leek
freekeh
Quorn lasagne
DAILY SPECIAL Thai green curry Pad see ew Tom kha gai Tod mun pla Khao pad
Thai pineapple
fried rice
Pad prik king
ON THE SIDE
New potatoes
Broccoli
Sweetcorn
Rissole potatoes
Maple roasted
parsnips
Green beans
Gravy
Sugar snaps
Sweetcorn
Wedges
Baked new
potatoes
Broccoli
Roasted squash
Sage & onion
Parmentier
potatoes
Green beans
Salt & pepper
potato wedges
Baked beets with
honey & mustard
Stir fry greens
with soy
Parmentier
Broccoli
HOT DESSERT Victoria sponge Sticky banana cake Rice pudding Chocolate cake Blueberry sponge
Lemon meringue
cake
Apple & sultana
crumble
COLD
DESSERT
YOGHURTS & JELLY
FRUIT
SELECTION OF WHOLE FRUITS
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Fire Procedure
On arrival we will make you aware of the procedure
in the event of a fire and we will hold a fire drill.
What to do if you discover a fire whilst in the building:
Leave the building raising the alarm.
Do not collect any belongings as you leave.
If possible make sure that doors and windows to the room where the fire is
discovered are closed.
Only tackle a fire with an extinguisher if it is safe to do so - do not place yourself at any risk.
Assemble outside the building at the designated location.
Do not attempt to re-enter the building.
If you hear the fire alarm:
The fire alarm is a continuous sounding of bells or sirens.
If practical close doors and windows as you leave.
Leave the building and assemble at the designated assembly point.
Do not stop to collect personal belongings.
Do not use the lift; it could stop without warning between floors.
If you are disabled or unable to use the stairs, move to the top of a staircase and ask for someone
to inform the Fire Service that you are awaiting rescue and for someone to remain with you.
Assemble outside the building at a safe distance and await further instructions. Do not attempt
to re-enter.
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Contacts
Mr S.H. Cowper
Head of Summer School
Tel: 07955 265222
Mr H.P. Farmer
Pastoral Lead
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Tel: 07398 640124
Ms C.E. Hopkins
Pastoral Assistant
Tel: 07950 774872
Mr A. Smiter
Pastoral Assistant
Tel: 07955 265225
Mrs A.E. Smiter
Pastoral Assistant
Tel: 07950 774874
Dr T.S. Morgan
Darwin Science Course Lead
Tel: 07301 642421
Mr E.J. Moore
Designed Safeguarding Lead
Tel: 07301 642420
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Summer School
Rules and
Expectations
You should display good manners and courtesy to
all staff and to other course participants.
You should treat your own possessions and those
of others with respect - damage to property,
equipment or rooms will result in charges payable
by you (fair wear and tear excluded).
Shrewsbury Summer School reserves the right to
search the bags and personal property of Students
at their sole discretion.
If a Student fails to meet the required student
behaviour, Shrewsbury Summer School reserves
the right to apply sanctions.
Students who do not adhere to the course rules,
who repeatedly misbehave, who do not follow
the instructions of course staff, or who otherwise
disrupt the smooth running of the course will
be asked to leave the Summer School and the
course immediately, in line with the terms and
conditions.
Code of Conduct
How we behave
We are courteous, thoughtful, and compassionate. We are accepting of all individuals regardless of differences
and we entirely reject any form of prejudice and discrimination. We are understanding and supportive of the
needs of all members of our community. We respect our own and others’ property. We treat the Summer School
site with respect, taking particular care neither to drop litter nor to damage the grounds.
How we appear
Our appearance should convey pride in ourselves and in the Summer School. While the Dress Code allows for
some individuality, our appearance should always reflect a sense of modesty, dignity, professionalism, and due
consideration for others, taking care not offend staff or other pupils.
How we work
We respect the right of others to learn and teachers to teach. We try our best academically. We respect deadlines
and accept responsibility for our own organisation and timekeeping. Our use of technology is responsible,
respectful and in line with the Summer School Digital Use Policy.
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Rules of the Summer School
The Rules are set by the Head of Summer School
and must be followed at all times by Students.
These rules apply at all times. They apply
travelling to and from Summer School, on site
and while associated with Summer School (e.g.
while participating in off-site trips).
The Rules are in place to ensure the safety and
well-being of everyone at the Summer School,
to ensure the reputation of the Summer School
is upheld, to ensure the property of the Summer
School and the local environment is protected.
Code of Conduct Rules
Students must wear their ID lanyards when
not in the boarding house.
Students must sign in and out of the boarding
house as instructed.
Students must not leave the School Site or be
absent from meals without written permission
from parents/guardians and the agreement of
the Head of Summer School.
Students must attend all lessons, activities and
relevant trips.
Students must observe bedtimes and silence
must be maintained after lights out at night.
Students are not allowed onto floors or in
the rooms of students of the opposite sex at
any time.
Shrewsbury Summer School does not tolerate
bullying in any form.
Students must not tamper with or activate any
alarms without due cause. Fire escapes are for
emergencies only.
No smoking is permitted at any time on or
off site. Electronic cigarettes and vapes are
not permitted.
Students who are found to possess, consume or
supply alcohol or illegal drugs will be subject
to disciplinary procedures as outlined in the
Terms and Conditions.
Students must follow instructions regarding
security of the boarding house.
Students must not leave the boarding house
during lock-up hours.
Safekeeping of valuables
Students must hand in to Mr Farmer their
passports as well as any other travel documents for
safekeeping.
Students are strongly encouraged to hand
in pocket money, credit cards and any other
valuables for safekeeping.
Medication
All medication must be declared and handed in to
the Pastoral Team.
Use of phones and other
technology
Mobile phones must be handed in prior to lights
out and can be collected from a member of staff in
the mornings.
All mobile phones and electronic devices
should not be taken to lessons (unless otherwise
instructed).
Use is permitted during free time in line
with the other Summer School policies with
highlighted sections as follows:
Use of the internet by all students is permitted
and encouraged where such use is suitable
for school purposes and supports Shrewsbury
Summer School’s aims. In addition, at
specified times and locations, students may
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access the facilities for personal activities
including communication and recreational
use. Personal use should never compromise
availability for academic use.
The internet is to be used in a manner which
is consistent with the Summer School’s
standards of professional business conduct
and as part of a student’s academic research.
You must not view, retrieve, download
or share any offensive material. Offensive
material includes, but is not limited to,
content that is abusive, racist, considered to
be of an extreme or terrorist related nature,
sexist, homophobic, any form of bullying,
pornographic, defamatory or criminal activity.
Use of the internet in this way is a serious
breach of discipline and may constitute a
serious criminal offence.
The Summer School’s internet facilities
and computing resources must not be used
knowingly to break the law. Use of any
School resources for illegal activity is grounds
for immediate discipline and the Summer
School will co-operate with any legitimate law
enforcement agency.
Students should not knowingly use the
Summer School’s network facilities to disable
or overload any computer system or network,
or to circumvent any system intended to
protect the security of themselves or other
pupils or staff. This includes downloading,
installing or attempting to use VPN software.
Students should not download or view
material that is libellous, unlawful or
inappropriate in any way, i.e. graphic images,
sound files, or music.
The Summer School has a firewall in place to
ensure the safety and security of the School’s
networks. Additional devices may also be
installed in the future to further protect
these networks. Any student who attempts
to disable, defeat or circumvent any School
security facility will be subject to immediate
disciplinary proceedings.
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Course Contents
& Outline Table
Detailed daily timetables with specific timings and venues
will be published and available upon arrival - there will be
hardcopies and links to digital versions.
Outline of academic content:
Darwin Science Course
Monday 1st July
Darwin at Shrewsbury School; Exploring the Darwin Building; Trip to
Darwin’s birthplace; Collecting wildlife
Tuesday 2nd July
Darwin at University; The Age of the Earth; Darwin Tour in the town of
Shrewsbury
Wednesday 3rd July
Fossil hunting on Wenlock Edge; Palaeontology
Thursday 4th July
The Voyage of the Beagle; The Galapagos; The Theory of Natural Selection;
The Great Debate
Friday 5th July
Trip to Oxford University – Natural History Museum workshops and tour;
college tour
Saturday 6th July
Evidence for Evolution; Examples of Evolution
Monday 8th July &
Tuesday 9th July
Residential Trip - London/Down House - visit to the Natural History Museum
and to the Darwin family adult home
Wednesday 10th July
Evolution of Antibiotic Resistance 1; The Modern Synthesis; The Modern Tree
of Life
Thursday 11th July
Trip to Chester Zoo - workshops
Friday 12th July
Evolution of Antibiotic Resistance 2; The Future; Conclusions
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Other Trips and
Activities
During the course we will have other trips and
activities including:
BBQs & themed dinners
House quizes and entertainment
Board games
Film nights
Art activities
Dance activities
Orienteering & Treasure Hunts
Sports - familiar and new
Paintballing
Water fun
A West End Show in London
London sightseeing
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Common Salopian
Abbreviations and Slang
Much of Salopian life works around abbreviations and slang. The following are
terms you might see and hear regularly:
AH
BT
Benjy
Bumps/Bumpers
Callover / Dix
Central
Chance’s
Change
Chatri
Coach Weekend
Darwin
Exeat
Fasti / Fastuli
Fives
Floreat Salopia!
Gorswen
Grot Shop
HH
The Hunt
Kennedy
Alington Hall (used for assemblies, concerts and exams)
Barnes Theatre
An historic timed 1.5-mile cross-country running route around the School Site,
usually undertaken on a Monday afternoon. Named after Benjamin Kennedy,
Headmaster 1836-66.
Inter-House rowing races held in the final week of the Summer Term
A House Register, meeting or roll call.
Also, at the end of Speech Day on the last day of the Summer Term, a Whole
School Callover takes place, when all the pupils process in single file past the
Headmaster in front of the Main School Building.
The avenue and lawns between the MSB and Churchill's Hall
The pavilion on Bottom Common
A sports option / session
The DT and IT building
The long weekend leave in which the school closes, once each half of term. The
term derives from when the family coach was sent to bring pupils home for the
weekend.
The statue commemorating the life of Charles Darwin, commissioned in 2000,
located at the MSB end of Central
Half-term
The School calendar of events, published each term.
There are specific versions, such as the Lecture Fasti, Music Fasti, weekly Sports
Fasti, etc
A ball game played in Fives courts. We play Eton Fives, as opposed to Rugby
Fives or Winchester Fives
May Shrewsbury School flourish!
The tennis courts next to EDH & cricket nets
The school shop
Hodgson Hall (Humanities)
Royal Shrewsbury School Hunt (RSSH), our cross-country running club and the
oldest cross-country club in the world, founded in the early 1800s
The home of Classics and Learning Support (next to Moser’s and opposite the
Moss Gates)
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KH
MSB
Moss Gates
Old Salopian
Oliver's/Ollie's Egg
Pentagon
Philomathes and
Polymathes
Port Hill Gates
Praepostor
Quod
RSSBC
(The) San
Senior
SLT
School Wall
Sidney Oak
Sir Philip Sidney
Stott Pavilion
TOTS
TS
(The) Tucks
Kingsland Hall (Dining Hall)
Main School Building (English, Modern Languages, Maths)
The blue gates at the main entrance to the School on Ashton Road (between
Churchill’s and Rigg’s), named after Revd Henry Moss, Headmaster 1866-1908.
A former pupil of Shrewsbury School
The egg-shaped pond in the Moser Quad. It commemorates E. Oliver, who
combined the roles of caretaker and groundsman, including the care of the school
horse, between 1882 and 1932. In this area he had at one time created an eggshaped
lawn, always known as Oliver’s Egg.
The Headmaster’s study (attached to AH).
Stone figures on the front wall of the Moser Library. They are copies of the
originals which still stand on the Old Schools in the town. ‘Philomathes’
represents the new boy coming to the School seeking learning and ‘Polymathes’ is
the boy leaving the School filled with knowledge. The Greek inscription translates
as, “If you are a lover of learning you will be a learned man.”
The entrance to the school next to Severn Hill
School prefect. (Often abbreviated to 'Postor')
The Sixth Form Centre, originally the School swimming pool
The Royal Shrewsbury School Boat Club, founded in 1866 (rowing actually
started at Shrewsbury in the early 1830s)
The Sanatorium - our Health Centre
The 1st XI football and cricket pitches
Science Lecture Theatre
The wall running between School House and Rigg's. It was brought up, stone
by stone, from the Old Schools (now the town library). It was moved to its
present position in 1932. On the School Wall are carved the names of boys who
distinguished themselves in sport.
Grown from a seedling from the Sidney oak at Penshurst Place and planted in
front of the Main School Building to commemorate the Fourth Centenary of the
birth of Sir Philip Sidney on 30th November 1954.
The statue of Sir Philip Sidney, located at the Barnes Theatre end of Central,
around which is the curved School Memorial
The home of the Hunt (Cross Country) on Bottom Common
Top of the Shop (above the school shop, cricket pavilion)
Top Schools (Prep / Homework)
The 3.5-mile whole school cross-country race, originally around Farmer Tucks’
fields in the Meole Brace area of Shrewsbury. It is believed to be the oldest crosscountry
running race in the world, dating back to the early 1830s. Although
the route has changed somewhat over the years (it moved to Attingham Park in
2018), The Tucks has been run by the whole school every year since it first began.
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Summer School
Site Map
Port Hill Entrance
Port Hill Gates
PORT HILL
A488 PORT HILL ROAD
Severn Hill
Cricket
School
Ridgemount
to A5 and
Oswestry
Queen Elizabeth
Hall
Mary Sidney Hall (MSH)
Hockey Pitch
(Radbrook)
Football Pitch
(Port Hill)
Stott
Pavilion
Hodgson
Hall
Craig
Building
Oldham’s
Hall
Chatri Building
The Moser Library
and the Ancient Library
Art School
River Severn
ROMAN ROAD
The
Grove
Fives courts
Main School
Building
Kingsland
Hall
Science Lecture
Theatre
Quod
Darwin
Building
Chapel
Central
The Boat House
Hockey Pitch
(Kingsland)
Kingsland
House
Maidment
Building
(Music)
Reception
Pavilion/School Shop
Barnes Theatre
Alington
Hall
School
House
CANONBURY
ROMAN ROAD B4380
B4380
Tennis
Courts
Emma Darwin
Hall
Kennedy Road
Entrance
KENNEDY ROAD
Tennis
Courts
Squash Courts
Swimming
Pool
Ingram’s Hall
ASHTON ROAD
Gym
Churchill’s
Hall
ASHTON ROAD
GREVILLE ROAD
Rigg’s Hall
Moser’s Hall
BUTLER ROAD
Main
Entrance
to A49, A458 and M54
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WINNER
Independent School
of the Year 2020
WINNER
Community Outreach
Award 2020
FINALIST
Careers Award
2022 and 2023
The Schools, Shrewsbury SY3 7BA
Tel: 01743 280500/507
Email: summer@shrewsbury.org.uk
www.shrewsbury.org.uk