World Cup winning former England Rugby head coach Sir Clive Woodward has paid a visit to students at Queen Anne鈥檚 School in Caversham, UK.
Sir Clive delivered a lecture to the sixth form and scholars, entitled DNA of a Champion, sharing invaluable insights from his high-profile career in coaching and leadership across rugby, football, and the Olympic programme.
The session offered students a unique opportunity to explore the principles and mindset that Sir Clive credits as the foundation of success, both on and off the field.
Key topics included the importance of thinking correctly under pressure and the qualities required to become a true champion.
Sir Clive was also joined by his daughter, Jess Woodward, a Queen Anne鈥檚 alumna (Class of 1998鈥2005). Jess enjoyed a nostalgic tour of the school led by upper sixth students, Lara and Molly, and discovered that her long-standing swimming record, set over two decades ago, remains unbeaten.
Andy Towse, deputy head pastoral at Queen Anne鈥檚 School, said of the visit: 鈥淲e are incredibly grateful to Sir Clive and Jess for taking the time to visit us. Sir Clive鈥檚 lecture was truly inspiring, and he also led an excellent workshop with selected staff, offering practical and insightful strategies for driving success and innovation in education. It was a privilege to have them both back at Queen Anne鈥檚 again.鈥
