West Craven High School

Our latest West Craven High School newsletter is now available! It's packed full of great updates from across school, including: Stars of the Week Cyber Skills Day Cross-country and sports events Work experience information Pastoral updates from Year 9 Our Year 10 communication skills workshop ...and much, much more! Please take a moment to have a read and see what our students have been getting up to this week. We're incredibly proud of their achievements and the fantastic work happening across school. Read the newsletter here: https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.westcraven.co.uk%2Fpage%2F%3Ftitle%3DParent%2BE-Bulletin%26pid%3D103&data=05%7C02%7CJEvetts%40pendleeducationtrust.co.uk%7C48eb6fdc40cd43e3fd6508de658e4ffc%7Cc8ec4827694a4de2bbb52f88b87d8de5%7C0%7C0%7C639059859062112531%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=hGBf5qo6dWCb6PnnD8OmRAjFOWPCSbDKAWVdftGkKEk%3D&reserved=0

Year 10 Communication Skills Workshop Today, our Year 10 students took part in an engaging and interactive workshop with Lee from Barclays LifeSkills and Talent Foundry, focusing on communication, speaking and listening skills. Throughout the day, students worked through a range of practical activities designed to build confidence, improve how they express themselves, and strengthen their listening and teamwork skills. The sessions encouraged pupils to take part in discussions, practise clear communication and develop the skills needed for both school and future employment. It was a valuable opportunity for students to learn in a hands-on way, and they showed great enthusiasm and maturity during the activities. We would like to thank Lee for delivering such an inspiring and informative session for our Year 10 cohort. Barclays UK

Cyber Education We were delighted to take 22 of our students to Nelson and Colne College today as part of Lancashire's Cyber Education Week 2026. The day brought together schools from across the county to explore the exciting world of cyber technology, digital skills, and future career opportunities. Our students took part in a full programme of handson workshops and interactive sessions, giving them the chance to try out a range of techbased activities. From problemsolving challenges to demonstrations in STEM, languages, psychology, and maths, the day offered something to spark curiosity in everyone. They also had the opportunity to hear from industry specialists and learn more about the growing range of cyberrelated careers now available in Lancashire. Throughout the day, our students represented the school brilliantly. They showed enthusiasm, teamwork, and a real willingness to step outside their comfort zones. Staff at the college were full of praise for their engagement and attitude. Events like this are an important part of helping young people understand the future skills they may need and the exciting possibilities ahead of them. We are proud of how well all 22 students embraced the experience and hope the visit has inspired them to think big about their next steps. A huge thankyou to Nelson and Colne College and the Lancashire Cyber Partnership for hosting such a valuable and enjoyable day.

West Craven Runners Shine at Lancashire Schools Cross Country Four talented West Craven students proudly represented Pendle at the Lancashire Schools Cross Country event held on Saturday morning at Witton Park, Blackburn. The runners - Izabella, Max, Callum, and Lola competed against an exceptionally strong field of athletes from across the Lancashire region. All four demonstrated outstanding resilience, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the event, showcasing the spirit and dedication of West Craven students. A special congratulations goes to Max (bib 340), who delivered an exceptional performance, finishing 4th in his race. His impressive result has earned him a coveted place representing Lancashire at the English Schools Championships this coming March a fantastic achievement and a testament to his hard work. Well done to all our runners for making the school and Pendle proud!

Reminder for Monday!

West Craven High School Newsletter – Now Live! Our latest school newsletter is now available, and it's a bumper edition as we've combined the past few weeks into one! Inside this issue you'll find: Stars of the Week Curriculum updates for Maths and French Poetry competition winners Inspire Challenge information News about our Addams Family summer show ...and much more! It's a great way to catch up on what's been happening around school and celebrate our students' achievements. You can read the newsletter here: https://www.westcraven.co.uk/page/?title=Parent+E%2DBulletin&pid=103

Year 9 Parents' Evening – This Thursday. A reminder that Year 9 Parents' Evening is taking place this Thursday from 4:00pm–6:45pm. This is a great opportunity to meet with your child's teachers and discuss their progress and learning in Year 9. All subject teachers will be available to speak with you during the evening. We look forward to seeing you there and working together to support our Year 9 students

AUDITIONS NOW OPEN! We're thrilled to announce that this summer's school production will be The Addams Family Musical! Students are invited to audition Tuesday after school, 3:30 – 4:45pm Room T2 Auditions and after-school drama sessions will be run by the brilliant Stagedoor Youth Theatre, so it's a fantastic opportunity to develop performance skills and get involved in an exciting production. Want to be part of the cast? Simply attend the Tuesday extracurricular after-school club and audition! Creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky... don't miss out!

Please remember to contact us if your child is unable to attend school...

This Friday!!!