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St Benedict’s pioneers Bright Stars business enterprise programme for secondary schools

Student from our school are the first to take part in a new Bright Stars Secondary enterprise programme that will see them partnering with local companies to run their own businesses. The new programme for Year 8 pupils is building on the success of the Bright Stars programme for primary schools in Cumbria organised and...
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St Benedict’s Race for Life

This half term, St Benedict’s Catholic High School will be joining thousands of schools across the country, by hosting our very own ‘Race for Life’ in support of Cancer Research UK. This is a charity close to our hearts with many of our students, parents and staff being affected by cancer. We are delighted to...
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Student of the Week – 13th May

Well done to our latest winners of Student of the Week! All the winners have been awarded their 99 achievement points and certificate. Below are photos and the reasons for their nominations. Year 7 – Ace Savage – ‘commended for having an excellent Attitude to Learning and maturity. Well done Ace!’ – Mrs Thompson Year...
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Year 9 Art Project – Issues

Miss Timney’s Year 9 Art class have produced some fabulous design ideas for their ‘Issues’ project They are designing a campaign poster, and these ideas are all relevant this week for #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek Well done all, we look forward to seeing your finished posters!
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Year 8 students make County Debut

Two Year 8 students from St Benedict’s School have recently made their debut appearance for the Cumbria County Cricket team. Billy Thompson and Harrison Telford, both in Year 8, played their first match for the 2021 Under 13’s squad last month against Cleveland. Both boys have gone through the ranks, playing for both Whitehaven and...
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Mental Health Awareness Week

As it is Mental Health Awareness week this week (10th – 14th May), students are being shown this informative video that was made locally. For more videos from Ewanrigg Trust visit their website: We Will – Ewanrigg Local Trust – a Big Local funded project in Ewanrigg, Maryport, Cumbria and follow on their socials: Facebook...
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Student of the Week – 6th May 2021

Student of the Week winners have today been presented with their certificates by Mrs Jackson, along with their 99 achievement points. Year 7 – Ayrton Broomhead – “is to be commended for trying so hard this term! Well done Ayrton!” Mrs Savage Year 8 – Dylan Mills – “is to be commended for good work...
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Student of the Week – 29th April

Well done to our latest recipients of Student of the Week awards. Each student has been awarded their certificates today, and also 99 achievement points. Year 7 – Samir Salame – he is very engaged and making good progress in English lessons. Well done Samir ! – Mr North Year 8 – Aviya Burns –...
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Letter from Mrs Woodcock – Year 6 Transition

Dear Parent/Carer and new Year 7 students I hope this letter finds you and your family safe and well having had an enjoyable Easter break. We are currently planning in earnest for the transition to secondary school of Year 6 students and would like to update you, share dates of upcoming events and signpost you...
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