Jan 27, 2012

Westholme tops the GCSE Charts

Whichever new measures are brought in to ascertain pupil success, Westholme always rises to the challenge.  Topping the tables for Blackburn with 99% of pupils achieving five A*-C grades including Maths and English, coupled with a fine performance in English Baccalaureate with 60% of pupils achieving A* to C grades in English, Maths, two sciences, a language and either history or geography, Westholme showed again that it is quite possible to excel in the core subjects and still pursue exciting and diverse choices across a wide curriculum.

Mrs Croston, Principal, said, "The EBacc is only one way of looking at success.  It does take into account the need to concentrate on the fundamental basics and we do strongly believe in this at Westholme.  However, a demanding subject like EPR (Ethics, Philosophy and Religion) which we offer here would not be included in the measure.  I am delighted that we have been recognised for doing a wonderful job in teaching our pupils the essentials, but likewise, we are still very committed to the education of the whole child.  The staff at Westholme bring out the best in every individual through breadth of offer and excellent teaching.  Good schools should be educating children to get A*-C in every subject!"

 

May 18, 2012

Reception children enjoy a trip to the farm

May 17, 2012

Simon Beyries, Westholme's French Assistant, selected for Olympic duty!

May 17, 2012

Westholme's Sports Presentation Evening at Mitton Fold, Langho

May 16, 2012

Sixth Form students receive their Biology Olympiad medals

May 15, 2012

Katie Buckley - County Running Champion

May 15, 2012

Emma Lawton's outstanding competition entry

May 14, 2012

Year 4 boys view the volcano models at Wilmar Lodge

May 14, 2012

68% of Westholme students' university offers are within the elite Russell Group

May 14, 2012

Biology competition 'The Odd One Out' - winners announced

May 14, 2012

Westholme's Senior Girls perform in the Gala Concert


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