Wintershall Education was created to accompany the Wintershall CIO plays, with a variety of resources and workshops that enable children to gain a greater understanding of Jesus as they journey with him through his life, death and resurrection in both creative and memorable ways.

Wintershall Education provides an original and unique learning opportunity for schools throughout the academic and Church year. With the support from Westhill, we are able to offer workshop themes which include Advent, Lent, Holy Week, Walking in the footsteps of Jesus, The Wonder of God’s World and Personal Growth.

Our education programme encourages pupils and teachers to reflect on their own values and attitude to others and the world around them, as well as supporting teachers with teaching the RE curriculum.

Wintershall Education experiences ensure that children gain a unique understanding of the Christian faith, the Bible and who Jesus is.  We also hope that the education programme encourages children to become more rounded, being kind, compassionate, generous, and peaceful individuals who will champion fairness, justice and respect for all people and all things.

Our teacher training and workshop days also give staff an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of scripture and, in turn, develop and resource their own teaching practice.
 

Teacher and Student Voice:
 

Travelling Crib

Headteacher:
‘Having the Nativity come to life on our school field has been unforgettable for our school community. With real-life characters, skilled story telling actors, real life animals and a take home special bag for the children to use with family at home. An absolute pleasure to host.’

Year 2 pupil:
‘It was so fun. The best day ever. I am going to keep my (Wintershall) bag forever!’

Lent Retreat Day March 2025

Lead teacher:
‘Our students loved the art work and drama, making them consider Jesus’ pain and suffering in a new way and making connections with our life as Christians today. Very powerful.’

Class teacher:
‘The afternoon activities were a great opportunity to respond to the Easter story in a relaxed and enjoyable way, while enriching the learning we do in class.’

Year 6 Retreat Day July 2025

Class teacher:
‘The way the Wintershall staff interact with so much care and love – makes this trip such a unique and special experience. It was a wonderful day, never to forget.’