Year 7 Football The Year 7 boys football team had their first match of the season this week and came out 3-2 winners against QEGS in the County Cup. Goals were scored by Finn, Max and Curtis. Well done team! Year 9 Netball Our Year 9 netball team took part in the Carlisle City Tournament…
DetailsAs part of their Business Studies curriculum, Year 12 students recently engaged in hands-on market research by meeting with a range of local businesses. The aim was to gain insight into the current state of our local economy and understand how businesses are navigating today’s challenging financial climate. We would like to extend our sincere…
DetailsThis week’s Headteacher’s Award goes to Year 9 brothers, Daniel and Joshua for their outstanding contribution to our school community. As the main presenters during our Year 6 Open Evening, they were incredible ambassadors for William Howard School. Speaking confidently and positively in front of over 200 people, including peers and familiar parents is no…
DetailsWe are excited to launch a brand-new, research-driven approach to independent study for Years 7–9: Get Ahead Tasks (GAT) and Revision Activities. This is more than just a change of name from “homework” – it is a fresh mindset. Our aim is to help every student revisit, consolidate, and extend their learning while building the…
DetailsGrace Bareham is our Alumna of the month for September. Grace left WHS in 2018 and went on to study Primary Education (5–11) BA (Hons) at York St. John University. While at WHS, Grace particularly enjoyed Health and Social Care, where she developed a strong interest in children’s development. Combined with her A Level in…
DetailsA huge thank you to all the families who came along to our Year 6 Open Evening last night. Ms Pigdon, Headteacher said: “It was great to welcome so many of you and we appreciate the many kind comments you shared about our staff and students as you explored each area of the school.” A…
DetailsThis week’s Headteacher’s Award goes to Year 8 student Joshua. Joshua has made an outstanding and settled start to the new school year following the summer break. He has adapted remarkably well to changes in his routine and the introduction of new aspects of school life showing resilience and maturity. His confidence in navigating the…
DetailsMs Ledger’s Year 7 English group enjoyed getting into role to describe their ‘first encounters with the Loch Ness Monster’. They relayed some very convincing, imaginative tales, then followed up with a descriptive writing task based on their accounts.
It was a truly wonderful start to the school year for 31 of our keen Sixth Form students who visited the Balearic Island of Menorca for the annual Fiesta de Gracia, a colourful street celebration and cultural event with a rich Spanish flavour. Students had the opportunity to engage in multiple aspects of the fiesta,…
Details***Following a course inspection we are postponing the colour run for a week. It will be the same arrangements but next Sunday – 28th September, 10am at William Howard School. This is to ensure the safety of all participants *** THERE’S STILL TIME TO SIGN UP FOR SUNDAY’S RUN! The Friends of WHS group have…
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