Last week saw some of our students represent Westholme in an official capacity.
General News
Blackburn Speech Festival
Many of our Infant School students entered the Blackburn Speech Festival as school representatives over the weekend.
A Concert to Remember
Saturday night saw The Croston Theatre play host to a special Gala Concert, where we said a fond farewell and offered sincere thanks to our Music Maestro, Mr Millest.
Gold Quality Mark for History
Westholme’s History department received some fantastic news yesterday when they were informed they had been awarded the Gold Historical Association Quality Mark. The Quality Mark (QM) is an award that recognises the excellence of history provision in a school. The QM assesses and values the history provision of the teacher, their department and the school and what is being offered to young people.
Westholme Association Spring Fair
On Saturday the Westholme Association Spring Fair was held at the Senior School, and there was a fantastic turn out again this year.
Comic Relief Day 2019!
Celebrating Comic Relief Day 2019!
Gold D of E Award
Congratulations to former student, and current teacher, Emma Thompson, who collected her Gold D of E award yesterday.
Visit by Mike Haines of Global Acts of Unity
Yesterday we had the honour of welcoming Mike Haines from Global Acts of Unity to Westholme to give a moving and thought-provoking talk to Year 9 and 10 students, in the Croston Theatre.
Westholme Winners!
The annual Westholme Association Family Quiz and Bingo Night was hosted at Blackburn Rugby Club once more.
Annual Junior Football Tournament 2018
Over the last two Friday evenings the ever popular 6-a-side Primary Schools’ Football Tournament took place under our floodlights on the all-weather pitch.
We Will Remember Them
On Friday evening our Westholme community gathered to respectfully remember all these events and pay tribute to those who gave their lives in service of their countries.
Half Term Swim Camp
It was a great week at Swim Camp where lots of fun was had by all.
Kit Sponsorship
We are delighted to have been announced as the sponsors for the Lostock Hall U13 Whites Football Team.
Alumni Professional Golfer
Congratulations to former student, Sophie Lamb, who yesterday confirmed she has now turned professional in Golf.
Keep on Running!
A magnificent afternoon of Cross Country at the picturesque Sedbergh Prep School in Cumbria.
Macmillan Charity Cake Sale
Today the students and staff across the School took part in a charity cake sale to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support, with the help of Thomas Franks who supplied all of the delicious treats.
European Day of Languages
Once again, the students and staff at across all sites celebrated the European Day of Languages with a wide range of exciting activities and entertainment.
Award Winner
On Tuesday Mrs Barnett was thrilled to go to the Blackburn College FE Star Awards where our very own Miss Cowgill won the EYFS Apprentice of the Year award.
Society of Heads
We are proud to announce that our Principal Lynne Horner has been elected as Chair of the Society of Heads for the year 2018 – 2019.
Food, Glorious Food
At Westholme School, it is believed that a healthy mind and body are vital to success at school and developing a commitment to a healthier lifestyle will be of lifelong benefit to the pupils.