A Weekend to Remember: Windermere School’s Round Square Conference

What a magical weekend it was at Windermere School! We had the immense honour of hosting our very own Round Square Conference, centred around two powerful themes: Environmentalism and Kindness. It was a gathering of hearts, minds, and cultures, as we welcomed students from around the globe—Millwood School (USA), Fredrikshov (Sweden), Chittagong Grammar School & CGS NC (Bangladesh), and St George’s (Namibia).

From the very start, the energy was electric. Our opening ceremony set the tone for the weekend, with moving words from keynote speaker Nahla Summers, whose message about kindness as a force for change resonated deeply with us all. The vibrant welcome dance by St George’s from Namibia was a breathtaking expression of unity and culture that will stay in our memories forever.

Throughout the weekend, we explored what it means to care deeply—for our planet, for one another, and for ourselves. We stretched our comfort zones with adventure activities like sailing, canoeing, and even braving a leap into the chilly lake! Workshops and group discussions sparked new ideas and lifelong connections, as students from different backgrounds found common ground in shared hopes and values.

We ended the weekend with a hike up Orrest Head, where the stunning views reminded us of the beauty we’re all working to protect. The closing ceremony was both joyful and bittersweet, filled with laughter, reflection, and a few tears as we said goodbye to new friends who now feel like old ones.

To every student and staff member who joined us: thank you. Your stories, your energy, and your kindness made this conference unforgettable. The friendships forged here will stretch across continents and last a lifetime. And of course, the biggest thank you of all goes to Mrs Holmes who organised the whole event. Her hard work and dedication is second to none, she has given all of these pupils memories and friends for life!

Let’s carry this spirit forward—keep in touch, keep being kind, and keep making the world a better place.

Windermere School is an Independent Boarding and Day School for ages 3-18, across Junior School, Senior School and Sixth Form. The school offers holiday courses and a summer school programme, as well as short term immersion courses for international pupils, as well as an award winning IB programme. Join the adventure today >