Wellington Prep School Spelling Bee Buzzes into Action

18 Feb 2017

Last Saturday saw hordes of eager children arrive bright and early the very first Spelling Bee at Wellington Prep School.

Twelve teams from schools across Devon and Somerset competed over 7 rounds, involving all kinds of spelling challenges including countdown conundrums, scrabble challenges, anagrams and dynamic definitions. A packed hall of parents and friends also observed during the morning and it was just wonderful to watch the faces of the adults as they too tried to work out some of the more challenging questions. There were some delightful “Yessssss!” responses when the children got it right, along with a few “ooohs” and “ouches” from anxious parents! The children thought it was great fun to show their workings on the special paper tablecloths and it was delightful to see the teams working so well together.

Wiveliscombe Primary emerged as the triumphant winners and can be seen her holding the bee trophy. It was a fantastic morning and we are already thinking about next year!

Photo: Spelling Bee winners Wiveliscombe with their trophy.