This week, we welcomed everyone back to a wintery looking Westholme after the Christmas and New Year’s break.
Thank you to our maintenance team who have done such a great job making sure that the grounds and surrounding areas have been safe for our students, staff and parents to return.
Despite the cold, the snow has made for some impressive scenery around the school grounds!
Congratulations to Sanad, Ellen and Lucy from Calder who won the annual House Debating Competition, against Bowland in the final. The topic for debate was an extremely interesting one, focussing on whether Shakespeare should be decolonised due to questions around whether the famous playwright’s work could now be considered to feature racial stereotypes and promote…
Thursday morning saw the transformation of the Prep hall into a buzzing French café! The tables were set, the music was playing and breakfast was served. Prep 2 and Prep 3 students all received a menu of Pâtisseries and Boissons, together with French phrases to help the children order their pastries and drinks. Sixth Form…
On Thursday evening, Prep 6 took to the stage for their vibrant and heartwarming production of The Circle of Life! From the very first rehearsal, we have been amazed by the dedication and enthusiasm of our young performers. They have poured their hearts into every song, dance and line, bringing the rich tapestry of the…
This week, Miss Roberts and Mr Holt travelled to London with four of our students for the National School Theatre Awards, being held in the Gillian Lynne Theatre in the heart of the West End. We were honoured to be nominated for both Best Ensemble and the star prize of Best Musical for both Aladdin…
A Night to Remember: Adventure-Filled Sleepover at Prep! Last Friday, Prep was transformed into an exciting, one night only, unforgettable overnight sleepover filled with fun, creativity and wildlife wonder. Excited chatter filled the air on Friday morning as the Prep 2 and 3 children arrived for another school day, sleeping bags in hand, ready for…
Last Friday, Year 9 & 10 EPR students hosted ‘Night at the Movies’; a fun-filled charity event where delicious treats were in abundance and students enjoyed a cinematic experience in the Croston Theatre. The evening began after school in the dining room, where students tucked into a party tea of pizza and chips. The group…
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Westholme School was inspected by ISI on 23rd January 2024 – Download Inspection Report
Westholme School complies with all the relevant statutory and regulatory requirements regarding school inspections.
The school is regulated by the Independent Schools’ Inspectorate – a body approved by the Department for Education for the purpose of inspecting independent schools in the Independent Schools Council (ISC) under Section 162 of the Education Act 2002.
Westholme School was inspected by ISI on 5th, 6th and 7th November 2024. Download Inspection Report
Westholme School was inspected by ISI on 23rd January 2024. Download Inspection Report
Westholme School was inspected by ISI on 13th, 14th and 15th October 2021. Download Inspection Report
Westholme School was inspected by ISI on 8th, 9th and 10th May 2019. Download Inspection Report
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