News Stories

• Turning setbacks into success: Entrepreneur shares valuable life lessons with students
  An entrepreneur whose early failures helped to shape future successes in the world of business was the source of inspiration for a motivational speech delivered to students at Withernsea High School this week. 
• Remembrance at Withernsea High School
  Staff and students at Withernsea High School marked this year’s Armistice day by joining millions around the country in observing a two-minute silence at 11.00am.
• Year 7 Football: Withernsea 4 – New Waltham Academy 5  
  Last Friday, 8th November, Withernsea High School’s Year 7 football team took on New Waltham Academy in an entertaining game which went to penalties.
• Dangers of underage drinking explored during thought-provoking performance
  Earlier this week, Year 7 students were given an opportunity to explore the issue of underage drinking thanks to a thought-provoking drama performance aimed at preventing alcohol misuse and promoting healthy lifestyles.
• Networking event inspires careers conversations
  A business networking event has provided an opportunity for Year 7 students to meet and engage with representatives from over 25 local employers and education providers.
• Remembrance Wreath Raffle
  As we approach this year’s Remembrance Day, we are pleased to offer an opportunity for a member of the Withernsea High School community to receive one of three handmade wreaths of remembrance.  
• Students benefit from bike health checks
  As part of a continuing programme of activities designed to encourage and support safe and sustainable travel, young people who cycle to and from school in Withernsea have been given an opportunity to have their bikes serviced and checked for safety.
• Running club members take on Parkrun
  Members of Withernsea High School’s weekly running club were among over 100 participants in last weekend’s Withernsea Promenade Parkrun.
• International praise for coastal erosion film
  A film, featuring students from Withernsea High and inspired by the experiences of people dealing with the impact of erosion on the Holderness coast, has won international praise for its portrayal of life by the sea.
• Career Journey – Alex Tallett
  While at a recent careers fair, Withernsea High School’s Careers Leader, Viki Foster, spoke to representatives from construction company Balfour Beatty who revealed they had recently taken on a former student of the school as an apprentice.