Back to School – Important information

Happy New Year – back to school tomorrow: Despite the wintry weather in some parts of NI we expect WCB to be fully open for learning tomorrow. We look forward to welcoming our students and staff for the start of the Spring term. Students and families are advised to please only travel if it is […]

Public Speaking – Victory for WCB

Miss Stevenson with 2 students who had success at the public speaking competition

The historic Senate Chamber at Stormont Parliament Buildings once again played host to one of Northern Ireland’s most prestigious youth public speaking competitions, held in memory of the late Edgar Graham—a respected academic, politician, and advocate for young people. The event brought together 30 talented competitors from schools across Northern Ireland, each demonstrating eloquence, confidence, […]

Wilma Fee

It is with great sadness that we note the passing of Wilma Fee, a long serving member and past Chair of the Board of Governors of Wellington College Belfast. Wilma was a great advocate for students, believing in education as a means of social mobility and societal change. She wanted the best for every young […]

Normal Opening Mon 27th January 2025

We have liaised with our site management company, Graham FM, and with the Education Authority. Wellington College will open to all students and staff tomorrow, a meals service will be available. Translink services and EA transport are expected to be operational. We understand that there may still be some families and areas impacted by power […]

Nationwide Poetry Competition

Poetry competition winners from Year 9

Congratulations to Clara, Eleanor and Erin (all in Year 9) who have had their poems selected for publication in “The Beautiful Truth”, a nationwide poetry competition run by Young Writers. Well done!

Connect Coaching by YMCA

Brian from YMCA with students delivering coaching

We are delighted to welcome Brian, from YMCA, back to our college to deliver Connect Coaching as apart of Wellington+. Students are looking forward to engaging in the programme over the next few months

COP29 Climate Simulation Event

Jack and Edman at the COP29 Climate Simulation Event

Schools from across Northern Ireland met at Belfast City Hall for the annual COP29 climate simulation event organised by British Council. WCB Year 14 Geographers Jack and Edman made excellent contributions to negotiations by playing the role of the USA in these climate change talks.

UK Senior Maths Challenge

UK Senior Maths Challenge students with their certificates

Congratulations to our 6th Form students who took part in the UK Mathematics Trust Senior Maths Challenge – some great achievements! Well done all!

World Smile Day 2024

WCB celebrated World Smile Day on Friday 4th October in which everyone was encouraged to do one small act of kindness and help one person smile. It was great seeing so many people get involved with the Smiley Frame and the Smile Day activities.