Members of our Computer Science A Level Year 12 group attended a Discovery Day at the Lancaster Campus of the University of Cumbria on Thursday, 16th January. The new Computer Science course at Cumbria University has been created with the input of BAE, so this was an opportunity to see how this collaboration had worked…
We’d like to give a big shoutout to our fantastic Open Spaces group! With an overall membership of 77 students, there are between 30 and 40 students who come along regularly to Open Spaces during break time each day, to help with all the daily jobs including caring for the animals and plants. Since September…
Year 12 student Grace received this week’s Headteacher’s Award. Grace has demonstrated the highest level of commitment to developing her character by undertaking a wide range of enrichment opportunities, to really stand out from the crowd. Recently, she was successful in the “Centre for Leadership Performance Dream Placement” interviews and will undertake a placement at…
Our Alumna of the Month is Rosie Moore. Rosie’s journey since leaving William Howard School in 2013 is a powerful testament to the value of perseverance, adaptability, and the pursuit of one’s passions. Though she struggled academically with English and languages in school, Rosie’s passion for drama and creative projects, where subjects came to life…
Our annual Presentation Evening, where the previous year’s exam achievements are celebrated, was held at Carlisle Cathedral on Thursday 9th January. Our guest speaker this year was Lauren Smith. Lauren is an ex-William Howard School student who is recognised for her badminton achievements; winning bronze and silver medals at the 2014 Commonwealth Games and representing…
Cross Country 24 WHS students represented Carlisle District at the Cumbria County Cross Country Championships on Wednesday, 15th January. The top 16 students are then selected to represent Cumbria in a competition in Middlesborough in February. Congratulations to all runners, especially to Elena Archibald, Aoife McAlister, Lousie Ackerley and Elliot Morgan who all finished in…
Well done to Year 9 student Georgia Mallinson who received a Headteacher’s Award this week for her resilience and focus on her work. Georgia constantly challenges herself and has gained numerous House Points for displaying resilience. She always takes great pride in her work and strives to be the best she can be.
Congratulations to Grace Little and Anastasiia Svystun for securing prestigious placements through the Centre for Leadership Performance, Dream Placement scheme. Being selected from hundreds of applicants at an interview day held at Energus is an incredible achievement, and it’s testament to their hard work and dedication. Anastasiia will be working with Cumbria Action for Sustainability…
Our Sixth Form Information Evening for September 2025 Admissions was held on 15th January 2025. If you were not able to attend but would like more information about our Sixth Form, please call Natalie Nicholls (Head of Sixth Form) on 016977 45779 or email. For more information about our Sixth Form, please visit: Sixth Form…
We are delighted to welcome Alan Wilson as our new Enterprise Advisor through the Careers and Enterprise Council. Alan brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to the table. Originally from Carlisle, Alan began his career as an apprentice Mechanical Engineer at Pirelli, and after 42 years of service, he’s returned to his…