On Friday 21st March, the Year 5 Debating Team travelled into central London to compete in the STEP Debating semi finals. The semi final was held at the incredible Royal Bank of Canada building in Bishopsgate. Before the debate, the team admired the London skyline. During the debate, the team competed incredibly against Telscombe Cliffs Academy with all children working together collaboratively winning the debate convincingly!
Unfortunately despite winning on the day, Westbridge did not reach the final. Instead, the two schools that accumulated the highest points total in the other semi final advanced. With Westbridge narrowly missed out by a few points.
Overall, it was a wonderful journey for the Year 5 Team, who were led superbly by their teacher Mr Warsame.
A huge thank you goes out to Amber’s mum — Mrs Rahman — for helping the team prepare beforehand!