21/3/25
Woolston Brook staff dressed up for Comic Relief's 40th! Headteacher Cath announces a fab fancy dress competition.
19/3/25
Our Year 10/11 students had a fantastic outing to the Liverpool Empire Theatre, diving into the magical world of 'Blood Brothers'. It was a delight to see their faces light up, igniting discussions about the themes and emotions of the play!
17/3/25
British Science Week ran from 7th to 16th March, celebrating ‘Change and Adapt’—a theme our students enthusiastically engaged with. Well done, Y9F!
Well done, Comic Relief Walking Team! We’ve collectively walked 102,149 steps so far! Sponsorship forms available in the staff room! 😊
Exciting news! A Year 10 student from Woolston Brook has splendidly won the Student’s Choice Award at a local art competition!
12/3/25
Join us for our Big Breakfast events! Key Stage 2 invites parents on 13th March, with KS3 on 27th March and KS4 on 2nd April. Let’s celebrate together!
Starting Monday, 24 March 2025, students will embark on Assessment Week, showcasing their hard work and progress. Best of luck to everyone!
13/3/25
On Thursday 27 March, Year 9 will have their Review and Options Day. Parents and carers will meet with form tutors to discuss progress and set targets as well as to discuss option choices.
7/3/25
Students dressed as their favourite characters, sharing stories and joy. A fantastic celebration of reading brought our school community closer together on World Book Day!
11/3/25
Woolston Brook School is thrilled to announce /that Trevor Langston, Project Lead from The Pledge, will deliver a large 'Construction Simulator' container to our school from Monday, 24th March to 28th March.
5/2/25
Children's Mental Health Week, established by Place2Be in 2015, shines a light on young people's mental well-being. With the 2025 theme "Know Yourself, Grow Yourself," this crucial week encourages children to explore self-awareness and express emotions.
On 4th March 2025, Woolston Brook School's review day helped Year 7 and 8 students, parents, and carers set academic targets with their form tutors, Ms Charnock and Ms Allan.
Join us in supporting Comic Relief on Friday 24th March 2025! Let's make a difference together!
18/3/25
We're thrilled to introduce Kelly Sheen, our new Health Advisor! She'll offer a monthly drop-in service for pupils to discuss any health worries.
5/3/25
We're thrilled to announce that Claire Brindle has achieved a five-star food hygiene rating for our school kitchen, showcasing our commitment to excellent food safety standards!
3/3/25
We're proud to share that Martin Hanbury delivered excellent CPD training for our teachers and teaching assistants focused on 'My Role In The Learning Process'.
4/3/25
This year, Kay Merrill, a 1:1 TA in Year 11 and Food Technology tutor, helped students make delicious pancakes topped with sugar, lemon, and Nutella. The students thoroughly enjoyed tasting their creations!
24/2/25
Ms Annamarie Ellis delivered a helpful presentation on conduct, covering key topics like learner passports, adaptive teaching, and positive communication strategies for all staff.
14/2/25
Woolston Brook School students enjoyed an inspiring talk from Sergeant James Allen, exploring army life and career opportunities, fostering excitement and curiosity about their futures.
28/2/25
Only 5 weeks to go to Easter! Join our Easter Egg Hunt, enter the egg design competition, and earn merits for our end-of-term tuck shop. Let’s get earning!
Updated 22/12/24
The annual Christmas badminton tournament on 19th December was a blast! John McMullan triumphed over Teagan Bundy, playfully boasting he challenged himself by using his left hand!
Updated 20/12/24
Woolston Brook School sends a huge thank you to Volvo Cars in Warrington for their generous donations to our Christmas raffle!
We were thrilled that Stef Allen, our literacy lead, delivered phonics training to all of our dedicated staff on Monday 20th January 2025.
Updated 19/12/24
We’re thrilled to share that a lovely food hamper has been anonymously donated to support a student in need this Christmas!
Woolston Brook School is pleased to announce the arrival of Vickie Anne Grant, our dedicated school counsellor, supporting students every Wednesday.
What a fantastic final day of term! Our raffle saw every student leave with a delightful prize!
Updated 3/12/24
Exciting news! Our Woolston Brook Football Team, featuring Key Stage 2, 3 and 4 pupils, is competing at LCFA Sefton on 6th December against Finchwood Academy Blue, Impact, and Rowan High!
Updated 18/12/24
Join us for a charity bake sale on Thursday 19th December to help support our local food bank.
A huge thank you to Garry Welding of Black Pug LTD for generously donating 90 selection boxes! Kudos to our Assistant Headteacher, AnnaMarie Ellis, for organising this lovely initiative!
Updated 1/12/24
Don't forget, school closes for Christmas on Friday 20th December at 1:15pm after lunch, with Inset Days on Monday 6th January. We reopen to students on Tuesday 7th January—mark your calendars!
Our Year 7 students organised a Christmas disco on Tuesday 17th December which featured DJ sets, lights, and plenty of fun for everyone!
Updated 2/12/24
In the first spring term, Primary 1 will explore animals through the 'Paws, Claws and Whiskers' project, under the guidance of AnnaMarie Ellis.
On Wednesday 18th December 2024, everyone enjoyed a free Christmas dinner in festive jumpers, celebrating together with delightful food and cheer—Maggie the dog even donned a Santa outfit!
From Monday 25 November to Friday 6 December, the school will conduct assessment weeks for all year groups, ensuring comprehensive evaluation of student progress.
Key Stage 4 Mock Examinations are scheduled from Monday 25 November to Friday 6 December. Pupil Review Day for Key Stage 4 is on Monday 16 December.
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to place Gordon the Gonk somewhere cheerful each day. Let’s see his antics unfold!
Christmas Jumper Day on Thursday, December 12th, brings fun, raises funds, and strengthens our community spirit—what a brilliant way to celebrate the festive season!
Kerry Stockdale and our talented students have created beautiful handmade Christmas cards, featuring their stunning artwork. They're on sale at reception for just £2, starting Monday 9th December. Don’t miss out!
Updated 28/11/24
As part of Culture Warrington HeARTful Minds Programme, 2 Year 7 students gave a performance of their DJ skills at Warrington Youth Zone.
Updated 27/11/24
As part of the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme, our Year 10/Year 11 mixed class had a thrilling time indoor rock climbing on Friday, 22nd November. What a fantastic day!
We're excited to share that from 19th-25th November 2024, our fantastic new PSHE lead, Jo Flanagan, organised some brilliant Road Safety Week events at school!
Guess what? John McMullan, our Mathematics Lead, is organising a fab Badminton, Pool, and Chess tournament for Advent! Sign up soon; the finals will be a spectacular school event!
Say hello to Kaye - our Cooking tutor who has some amazing recipies ready for Advent.
As part of SMSC, several students went fishing on 27th November. They had a fantastic time, bonding over the excitement of the catch and the beauty of nature!
Updated 13/11/24
This term, under the guidance of Teacher Stef Allen, Year 8 students enjoyed crafting gnomes from sticks, lighting fires to toast marshmallows, and building dens and hammocks.
Woolston Brook is excited to take part in fundraising for Children in Need Day 2024, combining our efforts with Anti-Bullying Week by encouraging everyone to wear odd socks!
Join us at Woolston Brook School as we celebrate Anti-Bullying Week from 11th - 15th November, embracing uniqueness with Odd Socks Day on the 15th. Together, let’s choose respect!
Updated 8/11/24
Tom Stackdale is the Pastoral Support and Alternative Provision Lead at Woolston Brook School. He studied for six years at the Open University and graduated with a BA (Hons) in Arts and Humanities (Music) at Bridgewater Hall, Manchester.
Updated 5/11/24
Students who find Blackpool Pleasure Beach too noisy will enjoy a bowling outing instead! This reward is for those with excellent behaviour and attendance or have significantly improved.
Updated 4/11/24
Healthier Choices for Energised Learners! Discover our new breakfast menu featuring toast, crumpets, and sugar-free juices, alongside fruit and nutritious cereals, ensuring our learners start the day right!
Updated 1/11/24
Students nominated for excellent attendance and engagement enjoyed a fantastic day at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, receiving Fast Passes and Burger King tokens.
Updated 31/10/24
Many staff and students at Woolston Brook School enjoyed dressing up for Halloween. The atmosphere was filled with spooky creativity, showcasing a variety of costumes.
Updated: 30th October 2024
We're excited to announce that since the introduction of LEXIA in October 2024, both students and staff have provided very positive feedback on our journey towards improved literacy.
In Primary 1, our students are exploring the 'Memory Box' project, learning about cherished memories and history. They'll create special boxes to preserve their favourite keepsakes by the end of the Christmas term.
Our Primary 2 class has embarked on an exciting Project-Based Learning adventure titled 'I am Warrior!' Delve into the fascinating world of Romans and Celts, where bravery meets history!
Join Saffron Charnock's Year 7 as they dive into the enchanting world of Greek mythology with 'Gods and Mortals'. Uncover the tales of legendary heroes and mythical beings!
Under the guidance of teacher Steph Heaton, Year 8 embark on an exhilarating journey, tracing Darwin’s voyage, exploring unique wildlife like the lava lizard and blue-footed booby, and pondering human evolution.
Join Kerry Stockdale on an enchanting adventure to Alchemy Island, where creativity and science blend to uncover hidden gold. Pack your imagination and let the exploration begin!
Join Jo Flanagan’s Year 9 students this Autumn Term 2024 as they delve into the captivating world of the circulatory system, bringing creativity and curiosity to life!