Each of our Houses – Eden, Gelt, Talkin and Vindolanda – had inspiring assemblies this week. In each one, a representative from the House’s charity came along to talk about the positive impact donations have made to the wider community. Our appreciation goes to Brampton Foodbank, Eden Valley Hospice, Oaktree Animal Centre and Mission Christmas…
DetailsThere was a relaxed but lively feel around school today for ‘Character Development Day’, when everyone took part in activities planned to promote our 9 Key Character Qualities (positivity, empathy, virtue, courage, passion, curiosity, independence, collaboration and honour). School was a hive of activity, with options such as a DIY challenge making planters for the…
DetailsLast Friday, numerous cakes, biscuits, buns and hot drinks were devoured across all of our Trust schools for CET’s Big Coffee Morning, in an effort to raise money for the Macmillan Cancer Support charity. Castle Carrock Primary School held a Grandparents Coffee Afternoon, followed by a celebration assembly whilst Caldew Lea Primary School had a…
DetailsStudent Ambassadors from Year 7 took part in a CET Student Leadership Day at Yewdale School to help plan the upcoming “Be the Best You Can Be Week”. Alongside pupils from all of the other Trust Schools, they planned and presented their ideas for the week, including a Summer Book Challenge and a Sustainability Fair.…
DetailsIn light of the recent unrest across the country, we are deeply saddened by the violent and disruptive actions that have affected our nation. We remain committed to our core values of respect, responsibility, and resilience – respect for our communities, responsibility for our actions, and resilience in the face of the troubling events of…
DetailsYears 7 and students who participated in the UK Maths Trust Junior Mathematical Challenge at the end of April received their certificates this week. They all gained a participation certificate and some of our students successfully achieved bronze, silver or gold certificates for attaining high scores. To recognize the highest performers in the challenge, the…
DetailsToday is World Book Day so we celebrated the joy of reading by having a ‘get comfy and read’ themed day. Students and staff arrived in school dressed in comfy clothing ready with their books. Extra opportunities for quiet reading were provided and the whole school shared a gripping story “The Hitchhiker” by Anthony Horowitz,…
DetailsA group of students and staff attended our Open Spaces Awards Dinner at Skitby House on Wednesday evening. It was a wonderful way to recognise the hard work and dedication of the Open Spaces team throughout the last 12 months. Together, they relaxed in the beautiful evening sunshine and enjoyed a delicious two course meal.…
DetailsToday we share the exciting news of our school’s improved GCSE results this year. We have witnessed firsthand the remarkable dedication and hard work our students have displayed from the very start of the academic year. These results are not just numbers on a page; they represent the countless hours of effort, perseverance, and determination…
DetailsAs members of Cumberland Youth Council, two of our Year 8 students, Phoebe and Abigail Story, suggested to Ms Pigdon that William Howard School should take part in Odd Socks Day. So, students and staff were asked to wear their wackiest socks to school on Tuesday 12 November. Prizes were awarded for the most innovative…
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