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Summer reading list

14th July 2021

If anybody is stuck for books to read this summer, The School Reading List is updated monthly and has things to read for kids in reception all the way up to Year 11. You can view the reading lists here: https://schoolreadinglist.co.uk/

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Using social media safely

13th July 2021

Social media is now a huge part of our lives and, in many ways, this is beneficial. Online platforms allow us to stay in touch, share our passions and keep up-to-date with friends. However, whilst we’re making the most of these platforms, it’s important to be aware of the attached risks and to employ caution […]

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Jobs you might not have heard of

13th July 2021

If you’re reaching Year 11, or even sixth form, the age-old question ‘what do you want to be when you grow up?’ might be becoming a little more daunting. You are grown up, and the world of work is only a mere couple of years away, if that. However, career paths are no longer black […]

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High School Musical 2022: casting complete

12th July 2021

Following auditions for our new production for 2022 – High School Musical – everyone who auditioned has been cast and they look forward to starting rehearsals in a week or so. Photos to follow.

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Leaving school or sixth form? Do you need financial support?

12th July 2021

THE WEST BURTON CHAPEL WALLACE EDUCATION FUND We are writing to remind you about the Trust Fund established in memory of Annie Wallace to support further education for people who have left school / sixth form college. Some of you will remember Annie. She spent much of her childhood at Bridge End, and attended Walden […]

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CCF Sailing Progress Update

9th July 2021

The group of The Wensleydale School students that have been going up to sailing through the CCF have been making great progress with over 75% reaching their RYA Stage One in sailing this term. Last week they demonstrated their speed at derigging boats leaving time for them to test out their buoyancy aids and demonstrate […]

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