A group of students from across the cohorts enjoyed an unforgettable adventure during this year’s Ski Trip to St Johann in Pongau, Salzburg, Austria over the half-term break. Trip Leader Mr Byers praised the students for the way they represented the school throughout the week. “Our students represented the school exceptionally well, both on and…
DetailsIt is an exciting time for our Year 9 students to be choosing their GCSEs. We are proud of our curriculum at William Howard and believe we deliver a strong academic curriculum with many unique options to supplement a truly broad and balanced offer. We have subject staff to support the process giving key information…
DetailsStudents from William Howard School’s Eco Group recently joined forces with members of the Brampton Litter Picking Team for a community clean-up event. Working together, the students and volunteers collected bags of rubbish from local streets and green spaces, helping to improve the appearance of the area and protect local wildlife. The collaboration highlighted the…
DetailsThis week’s Headteacher’s Award goes to Oliver in Year 11. Oliver is a hardworking, exceptionally polite young man whose talent and commitment shine through in all he does. A gifted musician, he consistently goes above and beyond—often taking the initiative to repair drum kits and guitars whenever he notices they need attention, without ever being…
DetailsOur Year 11s History students had an unforgettable five‑day trip exploring Berlin’s history and culture, during the half term holiday. Miss Nicholls reports… Day One – Berlin bound! Our Year 11 Berlin trip began bright and early on Friday as we departed from school in high spirits, bound for Edinburgh Airport. A shout out for…
DetailsOn the last Friday before half term our A Level Philosophers joined students from Trinity and QEGS for the fifth annual A Level Religious Studies and Philosophy conference at Carlisle Cathedral. They were joined by staff from across all three schools, John Forster from Lancaster University and Cannon Benjamin Carter who taught Philosophy at Bristol University…
DetailsThis year’s whole school production ‘High School Musical’ was a resounding success, leaving the packed audiences’ spirits lifted sky-high. Students from Year 7 to 13 had been preparing for the production since October, with a range of roles and opportunities available for them to get involved; from performing in the cast or as a musician…
DetailsThis week’s Headteacher’s Award goes to Jacob – an outstanding student in Year 9. Jacob’s exceptional work ethic is evident in every lesson he attends. He approaches his studies with determination, focus and a genuine desire to be the best he can be. His many House points demonstrate his engagement and positive attitude to learning.…
DetailsOur Sixth Form Leadership students and staff had some flipping good fun during Friday breaktime, in advance of Shrove Tuesday. In two highly competitive pancake relay races, the staff team crossed the finish line first (they did have a significant number of PE teachers in their line-up). The Year 12s are already planning strategies to beat…
DetailsSix teams from Cumbria met to compete in the Lord’s Taverners County Table Cricket Finals in Penrith on Wednesday. The competition was played as a round robin with all teams playing each other once and places being decided on the number of wins and losses for each team. Our players were both excited and nervous…
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