William Howard School

William Howard School Welcome to the William Howard School page. Here you will find details of news and events happening in and around school.

William Howard School is an academy, situated in the town of Brampton and serving a large catchment area in east Cumbria. It is an innovative and forward-thinking school. We are passionate about education and aim to provide an exciting and engaging learning environment where students are inspired, enthused and equipped for the future.

⭐️Katie A in Year 8 was nominated for the Headteacher's Award last week.She consistently demonstrates our core values of...
01/10/2026

⭐️Katie A in Year 8 was nominated for the Headteacher's Award last week.

She consistently demonstrates our core values of respect, responsibility and resilience in every aspect of school life in. Her positive attitude, commitment to learning and outstanding conduct make her an excellent role model for her peers☺️

Katie has already earned an impressive 194 House points this year, including nine Learner of the Lesson awards, reflecting the dedication and effort she brings to her lessons every day.

Beyond the classroom, Katie has achieved amazing success in karate at an international level. She recently competed in the prestigious Irish Open Karate Tournament, securing three excellent victories on her way to winning a silver medal against some of the strongest competitors from across Europe. This is an exceptional achievement. Katie has also earned the honour of representing England at the European Championships in Cyprus.

Katie's achievements, both in school and beyond, exemplify everything we want our students to aspire to. We are incredibly proud of her accomplishments and delighted to recognise her with this Headteacher's Award. Congratulations, Katie👏

It is always inspiring to see our students pursuing their passions beyond the classroom. Recently, Abdullah, one of Ms P...
30/09/2026

It is always inspiring to see our students pursuing their passions beyond the classroom.

Recently, Abdullah, one of Ms Pigdon’s former Outdoor Learning students, invited her to join a paddling session on the River Eden with Carlisle Canoe Club 🚣‍♂️

Abdullah was keen to showcase everything the club has to offer and hopes that sharing his experience will inspire other students and families to get involved in this fantastic local opportunity.

During the session, Abdullah confidently took the lead at times, demonstrating impressive paddling skills, leadership, and a strong knowledge of the sport.

Ms Pigdon was very grateful to Abdullah and all the paddlers at Carlisle Canoe Club for their warm welcome and a thoroughly enjoyable session on the water. 🤝We look forward to strengthening our relationship with the club in the future.

For more information about joining, please visit the Carlisle Canoe Club website 🔗 www.carlislecanoeclub.org

🎼We were thrilled to hear that one of our new Year 7 students, Thomas, was appointed as Head Chorister at Carlisle Cathe...
30/09/2026

🎼We were thrilled to hear that one of our new Year 7 students, Thomas, was appointed as Head Chorister at Carlisle Cathedral on Sunday.

This prestigious role demands more than outstanding singing and musical talents. Thomas’ commitment, attendance, engagement and conduct within his role as a chorister, was acknowledged with The Ronald Wilson Award for Music in January.

💬Of the award, The Revd Canon Pete Gunstone, Canon Precentor at Carlisle Cathedral said: “Commitment is the essential quality of being a chorister. The best choristers are team players who are committed to giving their best, enabling their chorister colleagues to do likewise, and pull together to sing with one voice”.

Carlisle Cathedral Choir dates back at least as far as 1541 and for generations, the Cathedral Choir has nurtured successive generations of local children to flourish as young musicians.

Today, the choir comprises up to sixteen boy choristers, the same number of girl choristers, six regular lay clerks with additional choral scholars and deputy lay clerks. Each set of choristers attends the Cathedral on alternate Sundays and on two week nights in rotation.

Well done Thomas! 👏We are delighted to have you as part of our WHS community and choir.

⚡️A magical start to Year 7 House life!✨Year 7 students discovered their new Houses in a Harry Potter style sorting cere...
29/09/2026

⚡️A magical start to Year 7 House life!✨

Year 7 students discovered their new Houses in a Harry Potter style sorting ceremony this morning🧙‍♂️

Once it was established which House they belonged to – 🔵Eden, 🟡Talkin, 🟢Gelt or 🔴Vindolanda – the Year Group took on nine indoor and outdoor challenges, supported by our fantastic Student Leadership Team.

After a morning of teamwork, laughter and House spirit, Talkin House was announced as the winner! Everyone rounded off the celebrations with cake and karaoke.

💬Head of Talkin House, Mrs Nettleton, said: “Welcome all students to their Houses. It was a brilliant morning and each and every student in Year 7 should be proud of themselves. Congratulations to Talkin on scoring the most House Points!”

🎼Our WHS orchestral instrumentalists had a fantastic day at the Pencil Factory in Keswick on Thursday, joining over 300 ...
28/09/2026

🎼Our WHS orchestral instrumentalists had a fantastic day at the Pencil Factory in Keswick on Thursday, joining over 300 young musicians from across the region for a memorable rehearsal and performance experience.

Students worked on challenging and exciting pieces, including How to Train Your Dragon, Jupiter, and The Sorcerer's Apprentice.

Following five hours of intensive rehearsals, the orchestra delivered a superb concert to a packed audience at the end of the day. The music was demanding, but our students rose to the challenge, demonstrating great commitment, resilience and musicianship throughout the event.

💬WHS Head of Music, Mrs Cooper, commented, "The students were a real credit to WHS and a most enjoyable day was had by all!" 👏

⭐️Max, ⭐️Henry and ⭐️Caidyn are deserving recipients of this week’s Headteacher’s Award At our Year 6 Open Evening, all ...
28/09/2026

⭐️Max, ⭐️Henry and ⭐️Caidyn are deserving recipients of this week’s Headteacher’s Award

At our Year 6 Open Evening, all three students independently wrote and delivered speeches to prospective parents, sharing their experiences of their first few weeks at William Howard School.

Max spoke warmly about the new friendships he has made and how quickly he has felt part of our school community. Henry reflected on the importance of embracing new beginnings and being proud of his achievements, while Caidyn enthusiastically described his lessons and the many opportunities he has already experienced at WHS.

What made their contributions so impressive was the confidence, passion and clarity with which they spoke. Standing in front of a large audience and representing their school so positively takes tremendous courage and maturity.

Collectively, they have already accumulated over 700 house points in just three weeks, demonstrating an outstanding commitment to our values.

Max, Henry and Caidyn consistently demonstrate the qualities of respect, responsibility and resilience, and are already proving to be exceptional role models within our school community. We are incredibly proud of their achievements and the positive example they set for others👌

Students chilled out after school on Thursday with a brand-new Sketch & Sip Club🎨‍✏️The creative club, run by Ms Porter,...
27/09/2026

Students chilled out after school on Thursday with a brand-new Sketch & Sip Club🎨‍✏️

The creative club, run by Ms Porter, is open to all students in Years 7, 8 and 9. There are lots of fun art activities planned for the coming months, with snacks and refreshments provided too 🥤🍪

What a great way to wind down at the end of a busy school day! 😊

Last summer, we were delighted to hold our eighth LAMDA Examination session at WHS, with fifteen talented students from ...
26/09/2026

Last summer, we were delighted to hold our eighth LAMDA Examination session at WHS, with fifteen talented students from Years 9 and 10 taking examinations in Solo Acting at Level 2 and Level 3🎭

We are now incredibly proud to celebrate their fantastic results! 🎉Every single candidate passed, achieving either a Merit or a Distinction — a wonderful achievement that reflects the commitment, talent and determination of our students.

💬Their teacher, Ms Lewis, is rightly pleased with their outstanding results and the progress they have made, saying: "Our students worked exceptionally hard in preparation for their examinations, showing dedication and perseverance throughout. They put their best efforts into every aspect of their preparation."

Students completing the Level 3 examinations also gained UCAS points, which can contribute towards future university applications, making this achievement an even more valuable addition to their educational journey.

At WHS, we are pleased to offer LAMDA Examinations as part of our Drama Peripatetic Programme. Opportunities such as these are an important part of our commitment to providing students with a wide range of experiences that enable them to discover their talents, build confidence and develop their skills, character and resilience.

Congratulations to all of our students on this fantastic achievement! We look forward to seeing where your talents and determination take you next.

📖This week, our Year 7 students were welcomed to the library to complete their induction. Having now learned all about h...
25/09/2026

📖This week, our Year 7 students were welcomed to the library to complete their induction. Having now learned all about how the library works, they are ready to make full use of the space and resources alongside the rest of the school.

They certainly seemed to enjoy the experience, with over 100 books borrowed during their induction visits!

We are continuing to work on improvements to the library throughout this year and will keep everyone updated as these developments take place.

☕️Our fantastic Student Leadership Team held a Coffee Morning in the Performance Hall today, raising £82 for Macmillan C...
25/09/2026

☕️Our fantastic Student Leadership Team held a Coffee Morning in the Performance Hall today, raising £82 for Macmillan Cancer Support.

A special thank you to House Captains, Heilani and Elora, who visited local businesses and arranged generous donations for the event. Thank you to Steve Wilson for donating quiches and pies, to Mr Brown’s Coffee Shop, and to everyone else who contributed, baked or came along.

Macmillan supports people living with cancer and their families with practical, emotional and financial help. Thank you to our student leaders for bringing the school community together for such an important cause. 💚

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