BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS
WORKING TOGETHER
Wells Cathedral School is a coeducational boarding and day School located in the heart of Somerset for pupils aged 2-18 years. Established by royal decree to educate the Choristers from the neighbouring Cathedral in 909AD the School has evolved to provide an excellent all-round education to around 700 pupils. Wells Cathedral School is also the only School to offer three incredible specialisms in Music, Mathematics and Football alongside an all-round education.
In spite of our rich history, recent economic uncertainties mean the demand for means-tested bursaries is rising
As part of our Play Your Part campaign, providing both financial and non-financial opportunities, we invite businesses to partner with us in support of bursaries Together, we can ensure that no child is forced to turn down a place at Wells due to financial circumstances.
Did you know?
One in six pupils at Wells Cathedral School receive a means-tested bursary
Vision
We aim to double the number of transformational, 50% plus, bursaries we award by 2028.
Becoming a Partner creates mutual benefits that make a lasting difference for both your business and the Wellensian community, while actively enriching the lives of our pupils.
Play Your Part in shaping a brighter future for deserving pupils, building lasting connections, and leaving a meaningful legacy through education.
Mission
To make it possible for more children who could flourish at Wells Cathedral School to come to school here.
PARTNER BENEFITS
With a broad and growing audience we can offer the following Partner Benefits:
Wells Cathedral School Pupils 700 along with their wider family
Print and Digital Distribution
5,000 and this number continues to grow Cedars Hall Audiences
10,000 on average each year
Corporate Social Responsibility
By supporting Wells Cathedral School Foundation your business strengthens its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) profile while making a transformational impact on the lives of talented young people. Inclusion in the School’s partnership area with a hyperlink to your website.
Your partnership and bursary sponsorship will be highlighted in our annual Impact Report Impact Report Recogniton
Website Recognition
Printed Advert
Printed advert in our annual printed alumni magazine The OW Bulletin.
Partner Benefits
Two dedicated posts each year on our social media platforms tagging your business. Social Media Coverage
Inclusion in performance programmes within the academic year.
Careers Fair Invitation
A stall at our Careers Fair, providing an opportunity to interact with our pupils and share business insights.
Discounted Facilities Hire
Enjoy discounted rates on facilities hire for your corporate events and activities
Newsletter Feature Programme Inclusion
Annual feature introducing your business and acknowledging your support to the School.
Inclusion on our Partner board in Cedars Hall bar and foyer, on display to audiences. Cedars Hall Partner Board
Tickets to one of our popular Symphony Orchestra concerts in either Cedars Hall or Wells Cathedral. Complimentary Tickets
PARTNER IMPACT
I started singing when I was six or seven. I came to Wells Cathedral School when I was 10, as a Chorister and my love of singing grew from there. After the choir I made it onto the Vocal Specialist programme at Wellswhich set the course for everything that has come since
My parents would never have been in a position to pay for me to go to private school. The only reason I could go to Wells was because of a significant bursary.
When I was young, I didn’t really know what having a bursary meant, or what it was. I just remember my parents telling me that I was really lucky to have this opportunity, to work hard and not mess up! As I got older, and learned about money in the real world, I understood how incredible this gift was The fact that somebody who doesn’t know me gave that money because they believed in me and wanted me to do well is unbelievable - because without it I would not be where I am today. I genuinely owe everything I’ve achieved so far to a bursary. If I had the chance, I’d tell the donor that they made a good investment, it’s paid off I hope they would be thrilled.
Did you know?
Wells Cathedral School invests over £1.2M in bursary places annually.
Maddie, OW 2019
A bursary was completely life changing. It gave me the opportunity to come to Wells and have the experiences that comes with this kind of education.
I joined the School in Year 1 and continued through until Sixth Form Financially, it was difficult to stay at the School, and my mum and dad made a lot of sacrifices. But it still wouldn’t have been possible without a bursary.
Being at Wells was huge because it meant I got to do what I loved all the time. Sport was a big part of my School life, playing three or four times a week, as well as for my local rugby club and four years with Bristol Bears. I was proud to be selected First XV Rugby Captain in my final year.
Partner Impact
I am extremely thankful for the support I was given. I developed academically, grew in my sport, and moved on to the University of Nottingham. The best thing about Wells is my friends, I have had the same group since I was six, it’s the best sense of community. A bursary made all of this possible, and I will always be grateful.
Ralf, OW 2025
BECOMING A PARTNER
Alan Durrant, co-owner of Echelon Health, has proudly joined us as a Business Partner.
As a parent I have seen first-hand the lifechanging impact that Business Partnerships are treated as sponsorship, giving your company valuable promotional benefits. Costs can normally be offset against corporation tax, with VAT reclaimable for most VAT-registered businesses.
bursaries can have, not just on the recipient, but on the whole school body.
By partnering with the School, we are proud to contribute to the Bursary Fund, helping to expand the horizons for more young people to benefit from all that Wells has to offer
Tax & VAT
Example
Silver Partner: £1,200 + VAT. Effective cost after VAT reclaim and 25% corporation tax relief: £900
