Year 7 Netball Our year 7 Netball teams faced tough competition against two strong teams in their fixture against Caldew. Despite being defeated in both games, William Howard improved in each quarter with some excellent interceptions, and some promising link up play. Maya and Neeve were voted players of the game by Caldew. We are…
There was some real animal magic on Thursday after school when Siobahn and Ben from Pet Encounter Cumbria brought in a fascinating selection of animals for students to meet and learn about. Skittles, a Panther chameleon; Darwin, a Sulcata tortoise; Jasper, a boa constrictor; Arnie, an armadillo; and Ben, a meerkat captivated the students (and…
Forty students travelled to Manchester City on Tuesday to watch Manchester City vs Bayer Leverkusen. Despite City losing, students got to see Haaland, Foden, and Doku in the second half which they won’t forget!
Our Year 9 archaeologists delved into the past in a surprising way on Tuesday during their Character Curriculum lesson with Miss Scullion and Mrs Giecco. The class examined (fake) coprolites – the term used for fossilized or desiccated poo – to determine what people had eaten, and to work out which time period they belonged…
This week’s Headteacher Award winner is Year 11 student Alicia. Over the course of Year 11, Alicia has developed into an exceptional student whose commitment, maturity and personal growth have been inspiring. The way she is approaching her studies this year reflects a high level of determination and focus. Her growing confidence is a direct…
We were thrilled to welcome back Molly Lockwood, the School Liaison and Outreach Officer from Queen’s College, Oxford University, for an inspiring and future-focused workshop. Molly’s visit offered our students a remarkable opportunity to explore the world of Oxbridge and to raise their ambitions to the highest level. Her session empowered students to think boldly…
Kaya Farrugia-Palmer is our featured alumna this month. Kaya left WHS in 2018, after completing her A Levels, and during her time here, she particularly enjoyed English Literature, finding the lessons fascinating and inspiring. She was fully engrossed in the creative subjects, including Art, Performing Arts, Music and Drama, and she made the most of…
Our Year 11 students tasted the world of work this week, gaining valuable experience and making real contributions — locally, nationally, and even internationally. From roles close to home to opportunities as far as Ben Nevis in Scotland and Oslo in Norway, they are embracing new environments and broadening their horizons. Their work experience placements…
Carlisle Schools District Cross Country 20 incredible WHS students represented us at the Carlisle Schools District Cross Country at the Sheepmount on Wednesday – and they did us proud! 14 students have qualified to represent Carlisle at the County Champs in January. Junior Girls absolutely smashed it with SIX top-10 finishes: Frankie F – 1st Louise…
Huge congratulations to our Year 9 Business Studies students, who have been awarded an incredible £500 from Centre for Leadership Performance Leading Change campaign, for their inspiring, forward-thinking projects. Their mission: to bring positive change to our school, and wider community — all linked to the United Nations’ 17 Sustainability Goals. As part of the…