WHS Hosts CET Inclusive Sports Event

Three of our Trust schools got together yesterday to compete in the very first Cumbria Education Trust inclusive sports event which we hosted at William Howard School. Debbie Davies from Panathlon came along to set up the activities for the Panathlon Xtend Multi-Sports event, before training some of our Year 9 Sports Leaders in how…

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WHS Enjoys the Benefit of Being Mobile Device-Free

At William Howard School, our recent decision to create a mobile device-free environment during the school day has been met with resounding success. Following thoughtful discussions with parents and students, we implemented a policy that allows students to bring their mobile phones to school but requires them to be turned off and stored in bags…

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WHS Celebrates Receiving Computing Quality Mark

William Howard School has been recognised for delivering high-quality computing education to young people, developing their digital skills and preparing them for the future. We achieved the national Computing Quality Mark after evaluating our computing education and demonstrating high-quality provision. The Computing Quality Mark is awarded by the National Centre for Computing Education and recognises…

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WHS Artwork in Geltsdale Exhibition

Artwork produced by a group of students on Character Development Day at the end of summer term, is now on display at RSPB Geltsdale. The ‘bio-blitz’ themed exhibition is open until the end of November and includes pieces from children at Hallbankgate Village School and Brampton Arts & Crafts Club. Local artist Kathy Kemp, worked with…

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WHS Alumna Provides Insight to Careers in Law

We were delighted to welcome Rebecca Collihole from Burnetts, the largest solicitors’ partnership in Cumbria, into school on Thursday. She delivered an excellent presentation to our Year 11 cohort on careers in law, sharing insights into the profession as well as her own inspiring journey from William Howard School student to Partner at Burnetts. Rebecca…

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Well Acting Students

In February, twenty students from Years 7, 8 and 9 took LAMDA examinations in Solo Acting at Level 1 and Level 2. The results are in, and we are proud to announce that they all did exceptionally well, passing with either Merit or Distinction. Their teacher, Ms Lewis, is delighted and said: “The students worked…

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Weekly Sports Roundup (4 April 2025)

Trampolining On Tuesday, we welcomed Nelson Thomlinson School for our first trampoline competition. Pupils have been working hard in extracurricular clubs to learn and practice their routines ready for the day. During the afternoon, 65 pupils from both schools completed two routines being judged by a selection of pupils who have completed judging training. Their…

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