We are delighted to welcome Alan Wilson as our new Enterprise Advisor through the Careers and Enterprise Council. Alan brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to the table. Originally from Carlisle, Alan began his career as an apprentice Mechanical Engineer at Pirelli, and after 42 years of service, he’s returned to his…
DetailsFrom taster days to open days, we have always thrown open our doors to welcome families of our prospective students to see first-hand just what we offer. But this July we are going further and offering an opportunity to sample the first-class teaching and academic excellence found in our WHS classrooms. Year 5 pupils are…
DetailsWith the holidays and warm summer weather approaching, members of the Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service came into school today to present water safety advice to every year group. Sadly, recent tragic events have highlighted the dangers that swimming and water activities can bring. In the special assemblies, the students were reminded about grave hazards,…
DetailsWith the holidays and (hopefully) warm summer weather approaching, members of the Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service came into school today to present water safety advice to every year group, highlighting the dangers that swimming and water activities can bring. The students were reminded about grave hazards including cold water shock and hidden currents, and…
DetailsOur cadet members played a big role in our commemorations of today’s 80th anniversary of VE Day. At 10:45am, they accompanied local veterans to our memorial gardens at the front of the school. Here, wreaths were laid, including two that were created by our Sixth Formers with 80 poppies. Head Student Tom Day and Army…
DetailsSiobahn from Pet Encounter Cumbria brought along a very unusual array of animals for our students to meet after school yesterday. The group enjoyed the unique hands-on experience, getting up close with a tortoise, a tegu lizard, an African grey parrot, a ball python, and a meerkat. As well as educating our students about the…
DetailsA group of Year 10 students visited Durham University today, as part of the university’s graduate aspirations programme. They were given a tour of the campus and city, including the cathedral, and found out about the courses and opportunities available to students.
The 2023 WHS Iceland trip during the October half term holidays was an unforgettable experience for 36 students (from Years 10 to 13) and 4 staff; filled with fantastic geography, geology, culture, history and fun! Here’s a brief diary of their packed itinerary… DAY 1 The cold and windy conditions, didn’t stop them enjoying their…
DetailsYear 7 students were given a cool way to practise their French and Spanish speaking skills on Thursday – by buying different flavour ice creams in the canteen. Je voudrais une glace au chocolat s’il vous plaît.
DetailsIn a thrilling City Cup final held at the legendary Brunton Park on Monday, WHS’s U16 boys showcased resilience, skill, and determination to secure their victory against a tough Richard Rose Morton Academy side. The match kicked off with WHS starting brightly, asserting early dominance by maintaining most of the possession. Their fluid passing game…
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