eweston School is proud to announce that its Boys Rugby Team will compete in the National U18 Continental Tyres Schools Vase for the very first time since the school became co-educational in 2019. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the school’s sporting journey.
Over the past six years, Leweston has focused on building a competitive boys rugby programme, cultivating a squad renowned for their exceptional skill, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The team’s dedication and hard work this season have earned them a coveted spot on the national stage, highlighting the commitment and vision of both players and coaching staff.
In their opening match, Leweston will face The Thomas Hardye School away in Dorchester, with the winner advancing to meet either Bryanston School or Clayesmore in the next round. The competition begins with eight regional groups, each producing a quarter-finalist, before moving into the national knockout stages.
Head Coach Frazer Wilford praised the team’s preparation, saying: “The boys have exceeded all expectations in training and shown outstanding commitment. We are the most prepared we have ever been at the start of a season, and our success will be measured at the end of the term on how much the boys have enjoyed their experience.”
Recent investments in new team kits and a state-of-the-art rugby pitch have generated further excitement and pride within the squad. With 90% of Leweston’s rugby-playing boys representing the school in fixtures, the programme continues to thrive, further strengthened by Leweston’s partnership with the Bath Rugby Development Programme, which offers specialist coaching, masterclasses, and development opportunities. Looking ahead, the school is also planning to launch a girls rugby team next term.
Sport at Leweston – Excellence, Opportunity, and Inclusion:
Sport lies at the heart of life at Leweston, where every pupil – from our youngest in Nursery participating in activities like Rugby Tots, to Sixth Form athletes – is encouraged to explore a wide range of activities and pursue the sports that inspire them. Regular PE lessons, a diverse extracurricular programme, and personalised training opportunities ensure that all children can develop their skills and reach their full potential.
We support pupils in competing at their desired level, whether it’s enjoying friendly fixtures or representing the school in local, national, and international competitions. The broad and inclusive range of sports offered includes rugby, hockey, netball, tennis, pentathlon, cross-country, athletics, fencing, sailing, and more.
Leweston athletes consistently achieve outstanding results, with both girls and boys earning selection for District, County, and Regional development centres, reaching National Athletics Finals, and securing top performances in County and Regional cross-country events.
