Excitement is mounting for our latest school production – High School Musical, the electrifying stage adaptation of Disney’s beloved film. Step into the halls of East High and follow the uplifting story of star basketball player Troy and new student Gabriella, who discover an unexpected passion for singing. This high-energy production proves anything can happen…
DetailsSixth Form Football Our Sixth Form football team enjoyed a great game with QEGS this week, holding on for a 4-3 victory through the final minutes. Man of the Match was Angus Peace who scored a first half hat trick! A shout out also goes to Dan Cattermole for his performance in goals, saving a…
DetailsOur students had another chance to enjoy the fabulous WHS staff panto extravaganza, during break 2 today. The hall was packed for the live show on the final day of last term, so today’s screening gave students who missed out a further opportunity to experience the hilarity of Ms Ledger’s production of Cinderella. Year 12…
DetailsStudents and staff took on a speed solving challenge in Rubik’s Cube Club today — the competition has officially begun! A leaderboard is up and running, and a large Easter egg awaits the person with the fastest time by the end of March. Whether you’re a hidden Rubik’s Cube master or a complete beginner who’d…
DetailsOur huge thanks to the Friends of William Howard School — led by Laura Vincze and Julie Hogg — for their incredible fundraising efforts! Thanks to their hard work, we now have some brand‑new outdoor seating for students to enjoy during break times. Today, members of our Student Leadership Team were delighted to present Laura…
DetailsUsing the play ‘The Book of Dust’ by Philip Pullman as inspiration, Year 9 Technical Theatre students have been creating their very own ‘daemon’ puppets. In Pullman’s thrilling series of fantasy books, daemons are the physical manifestations of the souls of humans which assume the forms of animals. Students were tasked to research and design their…
DetailsDAY 1 Our Sixth Form English students arrived safely in London on Monday for the start of their cultural immersion. After dropping their bags at the hostel, they made their way down to the South Bank. Starting with a boat tour down the Thames, they then headed onto the London Eye. After a nervous start…
DetailsOur Year 9 Outdoor Learning group had a memorable experience this week as they visited the Keswick Mountain Rescue Base to learn first-hand what it takes to search for and rescue people in the outdoors. The team at Keswick Mountain Rescue welcomed students with a tour of their impressive base, showcasing the specialist equipment and…
DetailsBea (a Year 9 student) received the Headteacher’s Award this week. She is an outstanding student who consistently strives for excellence in everything she does academically, socially, and through her wide range of extracurricular activities. She is proactive in seeking support, extension work, and additional challenge, demonstrating real commitment to her learning and continuous improvement.…
DetailsOur Alumni Spotlight for January is shone on Laura May Croucher Laura left WHS in 2015, but her love for performing was already firmly centre stage. Her favourite subjects were Drama, PE and Textiles, and she spent countless hours with her friends in the music block – making up choreographies, singing together, and experimenting with…
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