A group of fourteen students in Years 10 and 11 from Whitsunday Anglican School made history as they participated in the School's inaugural Oxbridge Academic Tour, travelling to the University of Cambridge last month.
The prestigious programme, inspired by the international reputations of both Oxford and Cambridge Universities, offers a transformative learning opportunity for students with high academic aspirations.
The tour ran from 7 – 23 July 2025, beginning with three days of cultural sightseeing in London, before the group joined a summer school programme at the world-renowned University of Cambridge, recently ranked 4th in the Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings.
The programme offered access to university-level courses taught by world-class educators in a wide range of fields including Aerospace Engineering, Astronomy and Astrophysics, International Espionage, Medicine, Law, and Business.
Principal, Mr Andrew Wheaton, expressed pride in this initiative for the region.
"The Oxbridge Academic Tour reflects our school’s commitment to excellence, offering students a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in a global context - preparing them to lead on the international stage in their chosen fields," he said.
The University of Cambridge, founded in 1209, has produced a remarkable array of alumni including Nobel laureates, prime ministers, scientists, and authors.
The opportunity to study within its walls is a rare and invaluable experience for young students.
“To learn from actual Cambridge academics is something I never thought I’d get to do while still in School,” shared Andie Deguara, from Year 11.
Students were based at the historic Jesus College, founded in the 12th century, where they lived and learned in an environment steeped in academic tradition.
As part of the tour, students explored London’s most iconic landmarks, including the British Museum, Houses of Parliament, Churchill War Rooms, and West End Theatre District before transitioning into the academic portion of their journey.
The Oxbridge Academic Tour is a significant educational experience – one that bridges aspiration and opportunity, and sets a new standard for global learning at Whitsunday Anglican School.
Fourteen Year 10 and 11 students from Whitsunday Anglican School made history by joining the inaugural Oxbridge Academic Tour, gaining rare access to university-level learning at Cambridge and exploring iconic sites across London. Photos supplied
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