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i really enjoyed doing the EAT day at my school, Mrs Turton and Mr Spraggon are my food teachers and• Jenny:
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WOW caroline this looks very tasty good work (:
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The food looks fabulous, well done!
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Beggars Opera stunned the crowds and entertained all. It was clear both actors and audience were en
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I went to sports camp and it was the best club i have ever been to
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Lucks like your havin fun
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Went to see the production on thursday evening and had a thoroughly entertaining night. Very slick a
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I miss going in the library at lunchtimes to do my homework, hopefully a new library will be built s
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staff will miss him
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im one of these people wow im happy i got a certificate.
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The trip to India was by far the most memorable and challenging thing I have ever done. From day one
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As you all know the school has smarted up it's rules on uniform a little bit, for me as a pupil in t
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i am in the performance and i love it.i think the producer is funny.i am a dancer in it and you shou
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Wow. I went to Paris too. It was fun! Disneyland Rocks!!
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:) good day
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Awards
Key Story 1
Whickham School was delighted to host double Olympic gold medal winner, Dame Kelly Holmes, as she arrived on the school field by helicopter to celebrate National Schools Sports Week.
Dame Kelly spent time with every group, extending her stay by over half an hour, to ensure that she visited all competitors and sports leaders. She was remarkably approachable, participating in activities and talking to our students.
About Us
Whickham School educates almost 1700 students and boasts the largest sixth form in Gateshead.
We organise the care of our students through a year system and there is a very strong emphasis on creating a happy and caring community where students are able to express their talents to the full.
Whilst there is a strong emphasis on academic achievement, extra curricular activities such as sport, drama and community service are highly valued and help to create an environment where students can develop the qualities needed for successful adulthood. Our Sportsmark Gold and Artsmark Gold Awards indicate our commitment to educating the whole child.
We enjoy an excellent and developing relationship with the local community which further adds to the richness of our students’ experience.
We have very strong links with our feeder primary schools in both curriculum and pastoral areas and in sport, all of which help to provide our students with an excellent start to their secondary school life. We are very confident that all students can enjoy a happy and successful time at Whickham School.
Neil Morrison: Head Teacher
This Website
Welcome to the new Whickham School website. We have been working closely with colleagues at Gateshead City Learning Centre to provide a lively and engaging site that celebrates the life of the school and provides important information for parents and students. There will be a focus on new stories on everything from residential visits to key achievements, alongside a bank of important information from key dates to school policies.
Innovations such as a podcast feature will allow you to hear music from the school band whilst video feed will display multi-media content. You can be alerted to new content by registering with our on-line news feed.
You can post your comments by clicking the comments hyperlink beneath most of the postings on this site. However, please use existing communication links for particular queries relating to your son or daughter.
We hope you find the site a source of lively, interesting and relevant information and we look forward to your feedback.
Malcolm Kirtley: Assistant Head Teacher
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The school band makes a significant contribution to the cultural life of Whickham School. The band showcases musical talent from across the school and performs at a range of school events including Open Evening, Presentation Evening and the annual concert in March. The band also performs around the community at venues from primary schools to local churches. The attached podcast provides a brief flavour of the band’s work that we’re sure you’ll experience at first hand in the school and community.
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Ranger Outpost Update |
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David Miliband video |
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In the Mood - School Band Podcast |
Videos
My Angel
An Enchanted Evening by Year 10 Media Students
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My Angel
Time for Bed by Year 11 Media Students
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Art Department
A zoom through some recent work by students....
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David Miliband
Recent visit of David Miliband to the school
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In the Know
A selection of dynamic newsfeeds from the BBC and local primary schools.
BBC News | UK Edition
Whickham Parochial Primary School
Fellside Community Primary School
Whickham St Mary's Primary School