“Today’s GCSE success is testament to the true Westholme spirit” says Westholme Principal, Dr Richard Robson.
General News
STUDENTS SMASH A LEVEL RECORDS FOR THE SECOND YEAR RUNNING
Westholme INSPIRED Sixth Former’s today celebrated record breaking results, with a staggering 67% of students achieving at least grade A or above; 26% leave Westholme with at least 1 A* grade and just over a quarter of our students accomplishing a clean sweep achieving all A/A* grades.
Mark’s National Swimming Success
Huge congratulations to Mark, who recently finished Year 10 and will be moving into Year 11 in September, for his superb performance at the recent National Swimming Finals.
Remembering Mrs Jepson
We are saddened to announce the passing of former pupil and PE teacher Elizabeth (Liz) Jepson (née Scott) aged 84 following a short illness. Liz attended Westholme between 1944-49 and returned to the Senior School as a PE teacher in 1972 where she taught for 28 years before retiring in 2000.
Celebrating a fantastic academic year!
On Friday, 8 July we celebrated the achievements of our students with our annual Senior Prize Giving ceremony in the Croston Theatre.
Year 12 Induction Day
Towards the end of June we welcomed a whole host of Year 12 students to our INSPIRED Sixth Form induction day, where they could enjoy a taste of what it would feel like to be a Sixth Form student at Westholme.
Annual Art & Photography Exhibition
On June 22 we were delighted to showcase the artistic abilities of our amazingly talented students in the annual Art & Photography Exhibition.
Student Trip – 3D Design and Manufacturing Conference, Birmingham
Written by Mr Walker, Director of Creative Arts & Technology
Attendees of both Design & Technology and Computer Science Clubs were treated to a day out at the NEC Birmingham for the TCT 3Sixty event.
Creative Arts & Technology Experience Day
On Thursday 9 June, we held a circus themed Creative Arts & Technology experience day to remember at the Senior School for external pupils in years 4 and 5.
A Royal Celebration!
This year we celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in style across both the Prep School and Senior School.
Mental Health Week
Students and staff at Prep marked ‘Mental Health Week’ by focussing on the theme ‘Growing Together’. This theme focussed around the concept of growing emotionally and thinking about ways to help each other grow.
Sixth Form Stand Down Ball
Written by Mr Oracz, Head of Sixth Form
Last week marked the culmination of two years of hard work for our Year 13 students. As they finally disembark from the Westholme ship, they head off into new pathways and exciting futures.
Martin Roscoe Piano Masterclass
This afternoon, pupils from both our Prep School and Senior School were treated to a piano masterclass from world renowned professional pianist Martin Roscoe.
Westholme Sports Awards 2022
On Friday 29 April we were thrilled to be able to celebrate our students’ wonderful sporting achievements of the past 12 months at the Sports Awards 2022, especially because we had to miss out last year due to the pandemic. This made the night feel even more special.
Music to put a Spring in your Step
On Thursday evening we had the pleasure of welcoming everyone to our annual Spring Concert.
Let’s Go Sing!
On Thursday 28 April, having rehearsed in Ewood Park through the afternoon, Westholme pupils from Year 3, 4, 5 and 6 joined a choir of 4,200 children to sing that evening.
House Debating Competition 2022
The House Debating Competition has been an exciting week in the Westholme calendar. Students from Year 11 – 13 prepared and delivered robust and challenging arguments on a range of subjects.
Holistic Awards
The Westholme Holistic Award programme has continued this term after it’s successful launch last year, and since the new year students at the Senior School have been busy working hard to achieve their Bronze, Silver and Gold awards.
INSPIRED Sixth Formers Honing Their Entrepreneurial Flair at Westies
The Westholme Enterprises scheme has been up and running since 2015 to allow members of the INSPIRED Sixth Form to develop their business skills and hone their entrepreneurial flair by creating their own business.
Jubilee Tree Planting
We were delighted to welcome Amanda Parker, Deputy Lieutenant of Lancashire, to the Prep School to visit in connection with the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.