Last week, over 50 of our Year 7 and 8 students completed their Bikeability level 3 cycling training. The instructors split students into small groups and took them to The River Lea, Harpenden Town and to Roundwood Park school. The students learned a variety of skills, such as good observation skills, how to communicate intentions effectively and clearly, […]
Today, our Year 9 and 10 students had the privilege of experiencing a fantastic performance by two professional actors from Spain. The play ‘Primera Cita’, performed entirely in Spanish, was an engaging and immersive experience that brought the language to life in an authentic and entertaining way. Our students demonstrated exemplary behaviour throughout the performance, […]
A group of Year 11s looking to pursue English at A Level were treated to a mini-lecture by Dr Suzy Lawrence, one of our much valued school trustees. Dr Lawrence delivered a short session to students on the performance elements of Macbeth, and how a Jacobean audience would have been sensorially exposed to the brutalities […]
Last Wednesday, the year 11’s came out of their lessons to engage in the Sixth form subject fair which was run by year 12 students. Students discussed their potential options, finding out more about the range of A level and vocational courses on offer at KWSixth. There was a really purposeful and positive attitude throughout and it […]
We are delighted to announce the month of November has seen an array of events across the school in order to mark “Show Racism the Red Card”. A charity stemming in grassroots work through the love of football, “Show Racism the Red Card” has been a valuable organisation in providing us with resources to enable students […]
Recently, Year 10 and 11 students at Katherine Warington School showcased their talents in the BTEC Component Two performance exams, covering dance, musical theatre, and acting. These exams allowed students to demonstrate their skills and creativity through a range of engaging performances. These courses are a core part of the Performing Arts offer at KWS, […]
On a crisp autumn morning, a group of excited Year 8 students embarked on a journey to Pineapple Studios for a unique workshop with two cast members from the acclaimed musical “Hadestown.” The anticipation was palpable as the students, buzzing with energy, arrived at the iconic studio. The workshop was led by none other than […]
Last Thursday, the newly elected student leadership team (Tristan, Becky, Thea and Jacob) paid our respects to the school’s namesake, Katherine Warington. We visited St. Nicholas’s Church, where we were warmly welcomed by the church staff and had the opportunity to admire the church’s beautiful interior. We were then guided to Katherine Warington’s family grave, […]
Just Talk week 2024 is from 18th November and our social media campaign runs until 6th December. This year’s theme is ‘Just Be Scroll Savvy’ Empowering Youth Online Safety. Our campaign message is not about telling young people to not be online; but instead we want to encourage young people to use the internet safely and in a way […]
Last week, the Year 10 Spanish students had the incredible opportunity to travel to Águilas in the Murcia region of Spain for an immersive Spanish language and cultural experience. The trip was packed with exciting activities, providing us not only with language practice but also with a real taste of Spanish life! Each morning, we […]
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