Wickersley Ex Y11 & Y13 Presentation Evening
On Thursday 8th January, Wickersley had the pleasure of welcoming back the Class of 2025 for their GCSE and A-Level Presentation Evening. Students who received their results last summer returned to school with their families and friends to celebrate their achievements from their final year at WSSC. During the evening, a range of awards were […]
A-Level Physics Students in the British Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad
Back in December, five enthusiastic A-Level Physics students took part in Round 1 of the British Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad. This challenging competition focuses on problem-solving in astrophysical contexts and is designed for students who are keen to stretch their thinking beyond the A-Level curriculum. The paper gives students valuable exposure to astronomy and astrophysics […]
Y7 Student Performs in Professional Theatre Production
Recently, Year 7 student, Esme, completed her first professional theatre production at the Crucible Theatre, performing in A Christmas Carol. The production ran from 29th November to 10th January and saw Esme take to the stage in a professional setting, gaining invaluable experience along the way. This is a fantastic achievement and a real testament […]
Y11 Student Football Success
Y11 student Ashton has been selected for the provisional South Yorkshire U16 football squad! He will represent the county in the upcoming ESFA Northern Counties League and Cup matches against Lancashire and Northumberland, scheduled for 16th and 24th January. This is an amazing achievement, and we wish Ashton and the team the very best of […]
Y9 National Holocaust Centre Trip
This week, 65 Year 9 students enjoyed a joint History and RE trip to the National Holocaust Centre and Museum, bringing their classroom learning to life. Nicola led an engaging interactive iPad session, allowing students to explore artefacts and gain a deeper understanding of the history. This was complemented by discussions around the theme of […]
Gold Award for A-Level Physics Student
We are incredibly proud of Amogh in Year 13, who has been awarded a Gold Award in the British Physics Olympiad Round 1 – a truly outstanding achievement that highlights his ability to apply his physics knowledge to challenging, complex problems. After successfully completing Round 0 in October, Amogh was invited to compete in Round […]
Y8 Gurdwara Trip
During November and December, Y8 had the opportunity to visit the Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Gurdwara in Sheffield as part of their entitlement curriculum. This visit is a great example of the Wickersley Partnership Trust Enrichment Promise, providing students with meaningful experiences beyond the classroom that deepen understanding and broaden perspectives. A core belief […]
A-Level Physics Champions
Over the last four weeks, our Y12 and Y13 A-Level Physics students have been competing in the Coulomb Cup, putting their knowledge, understanding, and application of Physics to the test. After a tense and exciting final, Renée in Y13 emerged as the overall Champion Physicist, defeating last year’s winner, Amogh. In Y12, Dom claimed the […]
Rotherham Minster Christmas Concert
Earlier this month, our WSSC students gave a wonderful performance at the Rotherham Minster Christmas concert. The concert was filled with festive cheer, showcasing the incredible talent and hard work of our pupils. It was a truly special occasion, bringing together students, staff, families, and the local community to celebrate the spirit of Christmas. The […]
Chiptunes Creation Workshop
Over the last half term, a group of Wickersley students participated in a Chiptunes creation workshop with HarleyLikesMusic and Rotherham Children’s Capital of Culture. Students were taught how to create Chiptunes music using game controllers and coding techniques. Wickersley students created their own unique Chiptunes music, which will be featured on the Rotherham Children’s Capital of […]
