This week’s Headteacher’s Award is proudly presented to Max in Year 12, an exceptional student who consistently demonstrates maturity, kindness and a strong work ethic. Max is highly committed to his A Level Chemistry, and his tutor, Mrs Wright, praises the invaluable support he provides within the Science Department. His calm and respectful approach helps…
DetailsNext July, our local area will proudly host a stage of the 2027 Tour de France, one of the world’s most celebrated sporting events followed by millions globally. This week, we were delighted to welcome Mark Fryer, Leader of Cumberland Council, who spoke to our A Level PE students about the impact of hosting such…
DetailsThe Year 11 Hoodies are now available to order, priced £28:50. The design on the back will look like this (but in white) with the names of the year group printed in the ‘26’: The school logo will be embroidered in white on the front of the hoodie, to the left-hand side. You can…
DetailsFundraising for Comic Relief, an indomitable squad from William Howard School completed gruelling distances in cycling, running and swimming during an Ironman challenge on Saturday 21 March. Thankfully, the team of staff, students and friends were blessed with glorious blue skies to match their team T‑shirts. Eight cyclists, fronted by Headteacher Ms Pigdon, took on an…
DetailsIt’s that poignant moment in the academic year – just before the summer exams begin in earnest – when the Year 11 and Year 13 cohorts assemble for their official group photographs. This morning, the smiling students were patiently arranged in height order for the Tempest Photography photoshoot. Photographs will be available to order shortly.
DetailsThere’s no denying that the welcome spring sunshine added to the happy atmosphere in school on Red Nose Day today! The day was kicked off with a special Form Time quiz about Comic Relief, created by Tia from our Student Leadership Team. Our Sixth Form cyclists completed their week-long challenge, taking on the “longest bike…
DetailsOur Drama Department proudly presented the annual DADA Showcase on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings this week, bringing together performances from students across every year group. The event featured an impressive range of work from Drama, Dance, and Performing Arts, with over 120 students participating from the Character Curriculum, GCSE and A Level courses, as well…
DetailsYear 7 Netball Well done to our Year 7 Netball teams who took part in the Carlisle District Tournament on Wednesday. They competed in a round robin of games against seven other teams from the Carlisle area. Our A team took a few matches to settle into the tournament, and despite some excellent defending and…
DetailsDuring a recent lesson, Mr Charlton’s Year 9 Statistics students took their learning beyond the classroom and into the heart of Brampton. In a hands-on fieldwork activity, pupils applied the full statistical enquiry cycle—posing questions, collecting real data, and interpreting the results—all while engaging with the local community. Before heading out, students designed their own…
DetailsYear 11 student Isla is a thoroughly deserving recipient of this week’s Headteacher’s Award. Her outstanding performance as Ms Darbus in High School Musical was flawless, funny, and brilliantly delivered, capturing the character with real skill and commitment. Throughout the rehearsal process she demonstrated exceptional dedication, never missing a session and acting as a positive…
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