We are holding the opening of our newly developed Memorial Garden on Tuesday, 24th June 2025. The garden was created with the generosity of Storey homes, Landmarc at Spadeadam, the Woodland Trust, Cumbria Building Supplies, Mr & Mrs McGaffin, and of course our wonderful Service students and SEN students. We’re particularly looking forward to welcoming…
As part of our ongoing commitment to outdoor learning, a group of 24 enthusiastic students took part in an exciting raft building session led by Talkin Adventures on Monday, 9 June. This provided a fantastic opportunity for students to develop practical skills, build confidence, and strengthen teamwork, all while having plenty of fun out on…
Our table cricket team are off to Lord’s in two weeks’ time to play in the Lord’s Taverners National Table Cricket Finals. On Monday, 9 June, Ben Pitkeathly from Carlisle United Football Club came along to see them in action at their after-school club and presented them with a signed Carlisle United football to use…
We have numerous students working hard towards their Duke of Edinburgh Awards, whether that’s gold, silver or bronze levels. As well as accomplishing challenging expeditions, physical, voluntary and skills sections must be fulfilled too. To complete each award, significant commitment, motivation, independence and resilience is required, so we’re especially proud to hear news of some…
The latest information from the Headteacher can be download here: Headteachers Bulletin (June 2025)
During May’s half term break, five Year 12 students (Jamie, Evie, Ella, Wayne and Lucy) set out to complete their gruelling 4-day / 3-night Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award qualifier expedition. This small group have been together since their challenging bronze award over two years ago. By their own admission, they are not “walkers”. They…
There was a pleasing abundance of certificates awarded in the Year 8 assembly on Tuesday morning. Following the Year 8 Assessment Week at the end of last half term – in which the cohort’s continued effort and hard work were clearly evident – certificates were presented to the students who achieved the highest scores in…
An unfailingly polite and helpful Year 10 student received the Headteacher’s Award this week. William sums up what it is to be a WHS student; hard working, showing great respect and kindness to all, and grabbing every opportunity presented. Teachers have said the following about him: William is one of those students who can sometimes…
Two perfectly mannered ponies were the focus of our animal encounters session after school on Thursday, 5 June. Year 7 student Phoebe and her mum Julie brought along two of their ponies, ‘Dobbie’ and ‘Magic’, who seemed to revel in the attention. They stood perfectly quiet for the thorough grooming and petting they received. Phoebe…
One of our Sixth Form students, Evie, had a very memorable day on Thursday, 5 June – as a member of the Hexham Brass band, she played for Queen Camilla during the royal visit to Hexham. Evie plays solo horn and as well as being a committed member of the WHS orchestra, she has played…