At this time of year many young people will be preparing for their exams. The experience of working towards and taking exams can be a stressful one for many young people and may impact on their mental health and wellbeing. The Anna Freud Organisation provides a range of webinars for parents and carers, both live…
We recognise that during the holidays, both students and parents may need additional help in coping with their mental health and wellbeing. There will be some young people who may struggle without the access to the daily pastoral support, teaching staff and friends that the school community provides. Here are two excellent organisations that can…
Our latest charity appeal is in support of Oak Tree Animals’ Charity. The local animal rescue centre is Vindolanda House’s chosen charity. We’re seeking donations of pet food, blankets, bowls, etc, to be made. If you are able to give, please leave items in the trolley in reception. THANK YOU!
News stories and information from our Year Groups can be downloaded here: Year 7 Newsletter March 2024 Year 8 Newsletter March 2024 Year 9 Newsletter March 2024 Year 10 Newsletter March 2024 Year 11 Newsletter March 2024 Years 12 and13 Newsletter March 2024
Following a thorough national recruitment process, Ms Kath Pigdon has been appointed as the permanent Headteacher for William Howard School (WHS). Ms Pigdon moved to WHS, part of Cumbria Education Trust (CET), in 2009 as an Assistant Headteacher and was promoted to Deputy Headteacher in 2014. She has most recently undertaken the role of Headteacher…
Take a look at the exciting Holiday Activity and Food Programme on offer in Cumbria! Carlisle Area Allerdale Area Copeland Area Eden Area Barrow Area South Lakes Area The Holiday Activity Programme is aimed at all statutory school-age children and young people (Reception-Year 11). Places are FREE for eligible children due to funding from the…
Dear Parents As we come to the end of another short but eventful half-term at William Howard School, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the achievements and progress made by our students. Despite the short nature of this term, there has been a considerable amount of dedication and hard work demonstrated by…
During the spring term we have an exciting new opportunity for parents and the local business community to be involved in the life of the school by becoming a committee member of the newly formed charitable fundraising group, Friends of William Howard School. Friends of William Howard School would be run in a similar way…
News stories and information from our Year Groups can be downloaded here: Year 7 Newsletter January 2024 Year 8 Newsletter January 2024 Year 9 Newsletter January 2024 Year 10 Newsletter January 2024 Year 11 Newsletter January 2024 Sixth Form Newsletter January 2024
Please find a link to Ms Pigdon’s latest newsletter. We have had a wonderful end to the Autumn Term and hope you will enjoy the brief roundup of highlights from this half term. With warmest wishes for the festive season and the New Year.