Upper Wharfedale School

As we come to a close for the Christmas break, we would like to wish all parents, students, staff and our governors a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Year 10 full course RE students in their last class of 2024 - revising and enjoying hot chocolate.

Year 7's enjoying wellness sessions over this half term, learning skills to build resilience, how to manage emotions and mindfulness.

Year 7 students had a fantastic trip to the Alhambra Theatre in Bradford this week to discover the world of Pinocchio. It was a good performance, enjoyed by all.

Dales Cup Basketball Year 9 UWS 4 v Settle 4 UWS 4 v Skipton 5 Year 10 UWS 14 v Settle 8 UWS 14 v Skipton 12

All students in KS3 and KS4 have made exceptional pieces of Art throughout this term, from Mushroom art to creating Christmas cards. Keep an look out for other posts from us over the next few days. Well done everyone!

Monty Harry Jack Oliver x2 Archie x2 Conversion 1 Oliver 2 Monty 41 Ilkley 5 tries 4 conversion 33

Year 10 Hospitality and Catering students filleting fish and making amazing hasselback potatoes. Brilliant work, not too many squirms!

Year 7, 8 and 9 took part in the Smashed assembly this morning - learning about the dangers of binge drinking and how to manage peer pressure. An extremely informative production that was enjoyed by all students.

The first House team chess competition has reached its climatic final stage. Teams of four students have represented their houses and battled it out over the last few Mondays in lunchtime Chess Club. Official rules have been followed and referees employed to ensure fair play.

Our Student Support team would like to share with parents/carers of this upcoming event provided by Bradford and Craven NHS Mental Health Support Team. Please see the poster for further details.

Year 7 & 8 boys played Settle yesterday at rugby. UWS 11 - Settle 6 Try Scorers Charlie H x3 Harry C x6 Jonty C Heath

Cont... Although they had some very challenging questions, the visitors were incredible and told so many fascinating stories that have our students amazed and truly inspired. A very heartfelt thank you to Roy, Danny, Pam and Helen - we hope you return soon!

Thank you to Mrs Harris for rounding up four fantastic visitors this week who have met our year 10 Health & Social Care students. The students have spent an hour interviewing our visitors about their varied upbringings, backgrounds, careers and travels.

Year 9 Rugby Festival UWS 7-4 South Craven Try Scorers Ted Jack Adel Harry x3 Oliver UWS 7-2 Guiseley Try Scorers Ted x4 Harry Jack Josh

Year 9 & 10 Netball Dales Cup Winners Year 9 UWS 9-0 TSA POM Ola UWS 10-4 Settle POM Layla Year 10 UWS 12v 1 TSA Poppy UWS 6 v 0 Settle Ellie UWS 3-3 Nidderdale POM Ben

Last night we have held our annual Presentation Evening to share and deliver prestigious awards to our former and current students who worked extremely hard over the past year. It's been a wonderful evening by all!

Congratulations to Logan on his continued success in Triathlons. He has qualified for the European Championships in Turkey as well as the World Championships in Australia. He also received the prestigious Matt Green Award From Craven Energy Triathlon Club.

Embracing the last days of summer in Upper Wharfedale style! ☀️

In Chemistry we were looking at Catalysts today. Any excuse to see Elephants' Toothpaste! 😁🧪🧪🧪