Jolly Jogging
Festive fun runs have become a firm tradition at WHS. During PE lessons this week, students have added Santa hats and other Christmassy gear to their usual PE kits, for an enjoyable jog along Old Church Lane.
Rewards Under the Hammer
A hoard of prizes went under the hammer today in our end of term Achievement Point Auctions. Bidding was frantic as students were able to use their accumulated Achievement Points to bid on sought-after prizes, including CUFC tickets, doughnuts, football and netball parties, bacon buttie deliveries, vouchers, a film screening, queue passes and much more.…
Boccia Brings Generations Together
It was a real delight to welcome members of the Penrith Over 65 Club into school on Friday, to play a friendly round of boccia with our students. The warmth shown between the generations certainly took the chill off the airy Sports Hall! The event came about after Mr Green (Curriculum Lead for PE) heard…
Spreading Christmas Greetings
Our students have been spreading festive cheer to the older members of our community, with hand-decorated Christmas cards. During Tutor Time this week, students have been adding creative designs and meaningful messages to the cards. On Friday, our Sixth Form Leadership team were out and about, delivering them to the local care homes – Howard…
Discovering Careers in Nuclear Submarine Industry
24 Year 10 students visited BAE Systems in Barrow-in-Furness on Thursday, where they took part in various workshops and tours to learn about careers in the nuclear submarine industry. During the visit, they participated in hands-on activities, including an escape room challenge which focused on fields such as engineering, computing, and project management. The students…
Enlightening Lessons
The RE Department were thrilled to welcome Gen Lhachog from Uma Kadampa Buddhist centre in Carlisle, on Thursday. A native Cumbrian and a Buddhist Nun, Gen spent an hour with our Year 11 GCSE Religious Studies class discussing how her Buddhist beliefs and practice influence her everyday life. She then visited a Year 7 RE…
Headteacher’s Award for Positive Performer
Sixth Form student, Joe has been nominated to receive the Headteacher’s Award this week. Joe is an exceptional student with an abundance of passion and enthusiasm for the Arts. He attends his lessons with a positive attitude and is always resilient when tackling obstacles, by thinking creatively to problem solve. He has thrown himself into…
In Front of a Live Studio Audience
Year 12 Broadcast and Studio students completed their Multi-Camera Television Unit by writing, developing and producing a new inter-house quiz show called “Half N’ Half”. In front of an excited live audience made up of Year 7 students, the shows were recorded in the school’s television studio. Ms Ledger was the fabulous quiz show host,…
Year Group Newsletters (December 2024)
News stories and information from our Year Groups can be downloaded here: Year 7 Newsletter (December 2024) Year 8 Newsletter (December 2024) Year 9 Newsletter (December 2024) Year 10 Newsletter (December 2024) Year 11 Newsletter (December 2024)
Hard Work Earns Headteacher’s Award
Year 11 student, Charlie is the deserving recipient of the Headteacher’s Award this week, exemplifying the very essence of hard work and ambition. Charlie demonstrated exceptional dedication and progress in his recent mock exams, achieving excellent results that reflect his commitment and dedication. His work ethic, both inside and outside of school, is inspiring for…