Year 7 – Ivy L – Awarded for a fantastic PESES paragraph on A Midsummer Night’s Dreams. Ivy always works hard , focuses and her behaviour is impeccable which is ensuring that she is making excellent progress in English – Miss Penrice
Year 7 – Millie S – Awarded for a beautiful pen and watercolour painting in Art and Design – Mrs Longbone
Year 7 – Sidney P – Awarded for completing the second booklet in the maths morning sessions – Mrs Walsh
Year 7 – Alfie T – Awarded for being able to play his ostinato at the correct tempo on the guitar in Music – Mr Marr
Year 7 – Faith PR – Awarded for her beautiful pen and watercolour painting in Art and Design – Mrs Longbone
Year 7 – Mia D – Awarded for gaining confidence in answering questions in Spanish – Mrs Harris
Year 7 – Olivia S – Awarded for working independently and conscientiously in Spanish – Mrs Harris
Year 8 – Jessica McC – Awarded for keeping everyone in her Music class in time whilst playing her pattern, show great leadership skills – Mr Marr
Year 8 – Logan H – Awarded for working hard and consistently trying his best. Well done Logan! – Mrs Wells
Year 8 – Arianna S – Awarded for demonstrating stewardship supporting and helping another student and helping them catch up – Mrs Collins
Year 9 – Maya D – Awarded for attending the RNCM West Cumbria Engage Evening and showing her music she has produced – Mr Marr
Year 9 – Tristan B – Awarded for great work using MacBook’s in his Music for media – Mr Marr
Year 9 – Mia C – Awarded for showing diligence in Science – Mrs Theaker
Year 9 – Calvin C – Awarded for fantastic results in his Spanish test – Mrs Savage
Year 10 – Angel S – Awarded for working really well in Biology and improving her work. Well done – Mrs Clarkson
Year 10 – Summer P – Awarded for working really well in Biology and improving her work. Well done – Mrs Clarkson
Year 10 – Armita S – Awarded for working hard in History, asks and answers questions, does homework to the best of her ability; super cooperative and helps others. What a transformation! – Mrs Bridgman
Year 10 – Jodie M – Awarded for showing great professionalism in her music work. Completing her work to the highest standard – Mr Marr
Year 10 – Cameron K – Awarded for showing great professionalism in his music work. Completing his work to the highest standard – Mr Marr
Year 10 – Jemima R – Awarded for working so hard on her Component 2 assessment completion in Performing Arts – Mrs Whitaker
Year 10 – Bobby D – Awarded for working so hard on his Component 2 assessment completion in Performing Arts – Mrs Whitaker
Year 10 – Bailey M – Awarded for working so hard on her Component 2 assessment completion in Performing Arts – Mrs Whitaker
Year 10 – Sienna S – Awarded for her improved writing in Spanish – Mrs Harris
Year 11 – Niall H – Awarded for fantastic answers in English lesson, showing excellent understanding of the poems we have studied – Mrs McKee
Year 11 – Dulnith H – Awarded for fantastic answers in English lesson, showing excellent understanding of the poems we have studied – Mrs McKee
Year 11 – Marnie I – Awarded for attending the RNCM West Cumbria Engage Evening and showing her music that she has produced – Mr Marr
Sixth Form – Finn McA – Awarded for his willingness to help, even when it inconveniences him – Ms Sewell
Sixth Form – Jude I – Awarded for attending the RNCM West Cumbria Engage Evening and showing his music he has produced – Mr Marr
Sixth Form – Katie N – Awarded for an interesting, considered and articulately expressed articles. Great effort in approaching this task for the first time – it bodes well for the future! – Miss Thompson
Sixth Form – Jamie P – Awarded for interesting, considered and articulately expressed articles. Great effort in approaching this task for the first time – it bodes well for the future! – Miss Thompson
Sixth Form – Evie M – Awarded for interesting, considered and articulately expressed articles. Great effort in approaching this task for the first time – it bodes well for the future! – Miss Thompson
Year 7 – Ivy L – Awarded for a fantastic PESES paragraph on A Midsummer Night’s Dreams. Ivy always works hard , focuses and her behaviour is impeccable which is ensuring that she is making excellent progress in English – Miss Penrice
Year 7 – Millie S – Awarded for a beautiful pen and watercolour painting in Art and Design – Mrs Longbone
Year 7 – Sidney P – Awarded for completing the second booklet in the maths morning sessions – Mrs Walsh
Year 7 – Alfie T – Awarded for being able to play his ostinato at the correct tempo on the guitar in Music – Mr Marr
Year 7 – Faith PR – Awarded for her beautiful pen and watercolour painting in Art and Design – Mrs Longbone
Year 7 – Mia D – Awarded for gaining confidence in answering questions in Spanish – Mrs Harris
Year 7 – Olivia S – Awarded for working independently and conscientiously in Spanish – Mrs Harris
Year 8 – Jessica McC – Awarded for keeping everyone in her Music class in time whilst playing her pattern, show great leadership skills – Mr Marr
Year 8 – Logan H – Awarded for working hard and consistently trying his best. Well done Logan! – Mrs Wells
Year 8 – Arianna S – Awarded for demonstrating stewardship supporting and helping another student and helping them catch up – Mrs Collins
Year 9 – Maya D – Awarded for attending the RNCM West Cumbria Engage Evening and showing her music she has produced – Mr Marr
Year 9 – Tristan B – Awarded for great work using MacBook’s in his Music for media – Mr Marr
Year 9 – Mia C – Awarded for showing diligence in Science – Mrs Theaker
Year 9 – Calvin C – Awarded for fantastic results in his Spanish test – Mrs Savage
Year 10 – Angel S – Awarded for working really well in Biology and improving her work. Well done – Mrs Clarkson
Year 10 – Summer P – Awarded for working really well in Biology and improving her work. Well done – Mrs Clarkson
Year 10 – Armita S – Awarded for working hard in History, asks and answers questions, does homework to the best of her ability; super cooperative and helps others. What a transformation! – Mrs Bridgman
Year 10 – Jodie M – Awarded for showing great professionalism in her music work. Completing her work to the highest standard – Mr Marr
Year 10 – Cameron K – Awarded for showing great professionalism in his music work. Completing his work to the highest standard – Mr Marr
Year 10 – Jemima R – Awarded for working so hard on her Component 2 assessment completion in Performing Arts – Mrs Whitaker
Year 10 – Bobby D – Awarded for working so hard on his Component 2 assessment completion in Performing Arts – Mrs Whitaker
Year 10 – Bailey M – Awarded for working so hard on her Component 2 assessment completion in Performing Arts – Mrs Whitaker
Year 10 – Sienna S – Awarded for her improved writing in Spanish – Mrs Harris
Year 11 – Niall H – Awarded for fantastic answers in English lesson, showing excellent understanding of the poems we have studied – Mrs McKee
Year 11 – Dulnith H – Awarded for fantastic answers in English lesson, showing excellent understanding of the poems we have studied – Mrs McKee
Year 11 – Marnie I – Awarded for attending the RNCM West Cumbria Engage Evening and showing her music that she has produced – Mr Marr
Sixth Form – Finn McA – Awarded for his willingness to help, even when it inconveniences him – Ms Sewell
Sixth Form – Jude I – Awarded for attending the RNCM West Cumbria Engage Evening and showing his music he has produced – Mr Marr
Sixth Form – Katie N – Awarded for an interesting, considered and articulately expressed articles. Great effort in approaching this task for the first time – it bodes well for the future! – Miss Thompson
Sixth Form – Jamie P – Awarded for interesting, considered and articulately expressed articles. Great effort in approaching this task for the first time – it bodes well for the future! – Miss Thompson
Sixth Form – Evie M – Awarded for interesting, considered and articulately expressed articles. Great effort in approaching this task for the first time – it bodes well for the future! – Miss Thompson
Year 7 – Corey P – Awarded for working hard in lessons and on Duolingo – Mrs Harris
Year 7 – Mark M – Awarded for working hard in lessons and participating in Language Club – Mrs Harris
Year 7 – Niamh B – Awarded for thinking about language and culture in Spanish lessons– Mrs Harris
Year 7 – Clayton M – Awarded for his enthusiasm and effort in English lessons – Mrs Young
Year 7 – Tommy A – Awarded for his enthusiasm and effort in English lessons – Mrs Young
Year 8 – Ted D – Awarded for excellent effort in RE – Miss Tomkinson
Year 8 – Miley T – Awarded for always handing out books, being helpful and looking after our classroom in English – Mrs Freestone
Year 8 – Comfort M – Awarded for always handing out books, being helpful and looking after our classroom in English – Mrs Freestone
Year 8 – Luca D – Awarded for excellent and consistent effort in Math – Mr Walker
Year 8 – Lily-Jay P – Awarded for excellent and consistent effort in Math – Mr Walker
Year 9 – Enya P – Awarded for achieving a 100 day streak on Duolingo. She always works well in class and is a pleasure to teach – Mrs Savage
Year 9 – Eliza H – Awarded for always handing out books, being helpful and looking after our classroom – Mrs Freestone
Year 10 – Aaron R – Awarded for being enthusiastic and creating moves for a Spanish song! – Mrs Harris
Year 10 – Bobby D – Awarded for being enthusiastic and creating moves for a Spanish song! – Mrs Harris
Year 10 – Kade B – Awarded for excellent digital development work done at home for his Art – Mrs Longbone
Year 10 – Rudy McK – Awarded for always handing out books, being helpful and looks after our classroom in English – Mrs Freestone
Year 11 – Haoyu Z – Awarded for always working at his best effort and having an mature attitude towards preparing for upcoming exams – Mrs Downton
Year 11 – Tyler R – Awarded for always working at his best effort and having an mature attitude towards preparing for upcoming exams – Mrs Downton
Sixth Form – Elijah L – Awarded for excellent work done over half term as part of his exam work – Mrs Longbone
Sixth Form – Aibel P-X – Awarded for being fantastic at the Sixth Form Open Evening and interacting with potential students – Mrs Mulrain
Sixth Form – Isabel B – Awarded for absolutely smashed her Sociology mocks and getting the highest mark! – Mrs Kar
Sixth Form – Annabel S – Awarded for absolutely smashed her Sociology mocks and getting the second highest mark! – Mrs Kar
Sixth Form – Sam P – Awarded for outstanding work in Personal Development – Mr Hamilton
Sixth Form – Deborah T – Awarded for outstanding work in Personal Development – Mr Hamilton
Sixth Form – Audrey O – Awarded for outstanding work in Personal Development – Mr Hamilton
Our Revision Classes have now started for our current Year 11 & Year 13 students, in preparation for their upcoming exams.
See below for full details, and check with your class teachers for any changes:
Earlier this week, both our Year 7 & 8 Boys Rugby teams competed in their COUNTY CUP SEMI-FINALS, both against Dowdales School from Dalton in Furness.
Our Year 8 rugby squad were victorious against Dowdales School in their match.
It was a hard fought 12 – 8 victory on a very, very heavy field which sees our Year 8 squad through to the COUNTY CUP FINAL as well as entrance to the NATIONAL CUP Competition.
The lads were quite rightly delighted and put up a stern defensive effort against a well built Dowdales attack who were ranked Barrow seed 1 heading into the SEMI-FINAL.
Mr Harrison said:
“𝘎𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘮 𝘦𝘧𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘱𝘢𝘪𝘥 𝘰𝘧𝘧. 𝘞𝘦𝘭𝘭 𝘥𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘣𝘰𝘺𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘭𝘶𝘤𝘬 𝘸𝘢𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴.”
The Year 7 squad gave it their best shot in the county semi final but came up against a well organised Dowdales defence. Dowdales securing a 26-6 victory. The lads are keen, will regroup and go again next time!
Year 7 – Amelia P – Awarded with two nominations. Firstly, for doing exceptionally well in her Art lessons. And secondly for always giving 100% in Maths – Mrs Longbone & Miss Downton
Year 7 – Payton B – Awarded for one of the best DT evaluations I have ever had the pleasure of marking from a Year 7 student – Mrs Collins
Year 7 – Evie-Leigh S – Awarded for getting lots of XP on Duolingo – Mrs Harris
Year 7 – Freddie H – Awarded for always participating well and answering questions in Spanish – Mrs Harris
Year 7 – Theo B – Awarded for achieving 2589 XP in one week on Duolingo – Mrs Harris
Year 7 – Joe G – Awarded for always giving 100% in Maths – Miss Downton
Year 7 – Malachy McN – Awarded for quiet, independent work in French and performance on Duolingo – Mrs Harris
Year 8 – Jensen K – Awarded for quiet independent work in French and perseverance – Mrs Harris
Year 8 – Chase Elk L-B – Awarded for improved participation and focus in French – Mrs Harris
Year 8 – Oliver C – Awarded for being helpful in tutor time without being asked – Mrs Harris
Year 8 – Logan C – Awarded for excellent work in selecting components for his computer and going on to support and help others – Mr McGaughey
Year 8 – Billy W – Awarded for recently producing an excellent piece of homework in History. He has designed a memorial with some really good information about Robert Owen who he has learnt about in his History lessons – Mr Hughes
Year 8 – Aysha A – Awarded for making a real effort to improve her ATL. She works consistently well, arrives on time and is always contributing to class discussions – Mr Burgess
Year 9 – Kate H – Awarded for for showing up every day displaying the school virtues with dignity. She is a pleasure to have in school and is always polite and well mannered – Mrs Ennis & Mr Spires
Year 9 – Tristan B – Awarded for for showing up every day displaying the school virtues with dignity. She is a pleasure to have in school and is always polite and well mannered – Mrs Ennis & Mr Spires
Year 10 – Aaliyah R – Awarded for doing a very special thing by helping and supporting a member of staff. She showed all those virtues that make people stand out for the right reasons. I am very proud of her – Mr Williamson
Year 10 – Jack S – Awarded for producing a detailed, clearly explained and structured response to ‘A Christmas Carol’. Great work – positive foundation for GCSE essay writing skills – Mrs Thompson
Year 10 – Luke D – Awarded for always working diligently in English and has just produced a very pleasing response to ‘A Christmas Carol’. Also, I would like to thank Luke for always contributing ideas and interpretations to class – Mrs Thompson
Year 10 – Cameron K – Awarded for always giving 100% and contributing to lesson in Maths – Miss Downton
Year 10 – Jodie M – Awarded with two nominations. Firstly, for always giving her best effort and using amazing mathematical notation. And secondly for helping plan and deliver a gymnastics event for over fifty Year 3 and 4 students. She was an absolutely outstanding steward for our school. Every member of primary school staff commented on how great they were – Miss Downton & Mrs Grealish
Year 10 – Livvi E, Daisy P, Ella A, Lexi F, Chelsea-Leigh B, Sophia C, Kaira S, Rebecca McC, Miley N, Emily G, Jasmine E – All were awarded for helping plan and deliver a gymnastics event for over fifty Year 3 and 4 students. They were all absolutely outstanding stewards for our school. Every member of primary school staff commented on how great they were – Mrs Grealish
Year 11 – Bridget S – Awarded for always giving 100% and having a mature attitude to their revision and exams in Maths – Miss Downton#
Year 11 – Eva D – Awarded for always giving 100% and having a mature attitude to their revision and exams in Maths – Miss Downton
Sixth Form – Isabella R – Awarded for working hard and having a mature attitude towards her studies in resit Maths lessons – Miss Downton
Sixth Form – Lucy D – Awarded for supporting and fostering positive relationships with younger students – Mr Hamilton
Sixth Form – Kendra J – Awarded for delivering great Mental Health Ambassador assemblies – Mrs Kar
Sixth Form – Audrey O – Awarded for delivering great Mental Health Ambassador assemblies – Mrs Kar
Sixth Form – Lilly M – Awarded for delivering great Mental Health Ambassador assemblies – Mrs Kar
Sixth Form – Ava M – Awarded for delivering great Mental Health Ambassador assemblies – Mrs Kar
Sixth Form – Phoebe Q – Awarded for delivering great Mental Health Ambassador assemblies – Mrs Kar
Sixth Form – Poppy D – Awarded for delivering great Mental Health Ambassador assemblies – Mrs Kar
Sixth Form – Immy C – Awarded for delivering great Mental Health Ambassador assemblies – Mrs Kar
Sixth Form – Corey D – Awarded for delivering great Mental Health Ambassador assemblies – Mrs Kar
Sixth Form – Katie N – Awarded for delivering great Mental Health Ambassador assemblies – Mrs Kar
Sixth Form – Olivia S – Awarded for delivering great Mental Health Ambassador assemblies – Mrs Kar
Sixth Form – Mia S – Awarded for trying hard and producing some good quality work especially as she has never studied Business before! Well Done! – Mr Charlton
Last week, our Year 9 Boys’ Rugby team produced a remarkable comeback to defeat Furness Academy in a thrilling golden point finish, showing resilience, teamwork and real belief under pressure.
The match did not start in our favour. Furness Academy came out strong, applying early pressure and capitalising on defensive lapses to race into a 12–0 lead. For a period, St Benedict’s struggled to gain territory and momentum, with Furness controlling possession and setting the tempo.
However, the response from St Benedict’s was outstanding. Strong tackling, improved breakdown work and smarter use of the ball allowed them to work their way back into the game. A well-earned try shifted the momentum, lifting confidence across the team, before a second score levelled the match and set up a tense finale.
With the scores tied at full time, the match went to golden point. Both teams pushed hard, but it was St Benedict’s who held their nerve. Sustained pressure and disciplined play created the opportunity for the winning score, sealing a dramatic victory and completing an unforgettable comeback from 12–0 down.
Photo below from earlier round:
Year 7 – Charlie D – Awarded for teaching a class how to play a drum pattern in Music – Mr Marr
Year 7 – Oliver B – Awarded for fantastic work in Computer Science – Mr Merry
Year 7 – LilyRose A – Awarded for fantastic work in Computer Science – Mr Merry
Year 7 – Theo B – Awarded for his positive attitude, fantastic work and helpful nature in RE – Mr Yong
Year 7 – Elizabeth C – Awarded for brilliant a Big Write in English, demonstrating unique and elaborated ideas – Mr McCaughey
Year 7 – Senudi W – Awarded for brilliant a Big Write in English, demonstrating unique and elaborated ideas – Mr McCaughey
Year 7 – Logan R – Awarded for focused classwork and great participation in Spanish – Mrs Harris
Year 8 – Edith D – Awarded for her excellent art work – Mrs Williams
Year 8 – Sophia-Marina G-N – Awarded for consistent hard work every Food lesson – Mr Merry
Year 8 -Dana-Ann B – Awarded for consistent hard work every Food lesson – Mr Merry
Year 8 – Summer-Rose C – Awarded for consistent hard work every Food lesson – Mr Merry
Year 8 – Matilda I – Awarded for consistent hard work every Food lesson – Mr Merry
Year 9 – Maya D – Awarded for doing so well with their National Youth Theatre prep – Mrs Whitaker
Year 9 – Isabella A – Awarded for doing so well with their National Youth Theatre prep – Mrs Whitaker
Year 9 – Scarlett D – Awarded for doing so well with their National Youth Theatre prep – Mrs Whitaker
Year 9 – Enya P – Awarded for doing so well with their National Youth Theatre prep – Mrs Whitaker
Year 9 – Danah P – Awarded for doing so well with their National Youth Theatre prep – Mrs Whitaker
Year 9 – Jasmine T – Awarded for always being polite and giving her best effort – Miss Downton
Year 9 – Iona S – Awarded for always being polite and giving her best effort – Miss Downton
Year 10 – Coby M – Awarded for recording their first assessment piece in Music – Mr Marr
Year 10 – Freya C – Awarded for recording their first assessment piece in Music – Mr Marr
Year 10 – Cienna B – Awarded for recording their first assessment piece in Music – Mr Marr
Year 10 – Harry T – Awarded for recording their first assessment piece in Music – Mr Marr
Year 10 – Olivia C – Awarded for constantly working really well in Maths. Both in class and on homework leading to great end of topic test results – Mrs Mulrain
Year 10 – Sahidah A – Awarded for constantly working really well in Maths. Both in class and on homework leading to great end of topic test results – Mrs Mulrain
Year 10 – Ella A – Awarded for independent work in Spanish and participation in lessons – Mrs Harris
Year 11 – Alfie H – Awarded for writing an excellent Q5 response and making good progress in working towards his exams – Mrs McKee
Sixth Form – Finn McA – Awarded for demonstrating lots of revision and hard work. He attends all intervention tutorials to improve his exam technique – Mrs O’Fee
Sixth Form – Taylor R – Awarded with two nominations. Firstly, for his excellent art work from Mrs Williams. Secondly, for demonstrating kindness to other students from Mr Hamilton
Sixth Form – Aiden T – Awarded for the work he put into his revision for his mocks – Mrs Mulrain
Sixth Form – Katie N – Awarded for excellent stewardship and willingness to help – Ms Sewell
Sixth Form – Daria P – Awarded for excellent stewardship and willingness to help – Ms Sewell
Sixth Form – Mia S – Awarded for excellent stewardship and willingness to help – Ms Sewell
Sixth Form – Elliana B – Awarded for excellent stewardship and willingness to help – Ms Sewell
Sixth Form – Poppy D – Awarded for excellent stewardship and willingness to help – Ms Sewell
As part of the Enterprise strand of the Cumbrian Award, our Year 8 students have been working on a Bee Bath project developing their enterprise skills.
We are now looking to raise funds for the Adventure strand of the Cumbrian Award. If you would like to own one of these environmentally friendly bee baths where you simply need to add a little water and then put in your garden, then please get back in touch at admin@st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk or speak to Mr Charlton in school – quote the item letter listed below to show which bath you would like to buy!
Suggested donations – minimum £5 – thank you!
Scroll across to see all of our Bee Baths and their letter to quote if you want to buy one:
Our Year 9 students recently jumped into their annual World of Work Day, an action‑packed event designed to open their eyes to the exciting possibilities awaiting them beyond their school years.
Organised by Inspira in collaboration with the Year 9 team, the day was buzzing with activity—from fast‑paced speed networking sessions and hands‑on team‑building challenges to a series of inspiring talks delivered by local professionals. The experience gave students a real taste of the working world and left them feeling motivated about their future career paths.
Vicky Ritson from Inspira commented:
“We are always pleased to support this annual activity and were delighted with the turn out this time. The variety of employers and job roles being described ensures that students are well informed and able to make better GCSE option choices.”
Representatives from various backgrounds gave up their time to come and work with the students including The Beacon, Cavendish Nuclear, McMenon, Hello Futures, Gen 2 and lots of others.
Mr Stevenson, a teacher from St Benedict’s who helped organise the event said:
“Our amazing Year 9 students have made their first foray into the wider world by speaking to local employers as part of our World of Work (WoW) day.”
“As part of this event students completed a “speed date” with many local employment providers as well as receiving a personal career pathway talk from the Dept. Lord Lieutenant, a prominent local business woman and one of our very own site staff, all with their own tale to tell.”
“Our students behaved well throughout and our now just a little bit more ready to make their first big careers choice in choosing their options for GCSE pathways in the very near future.”
This year is a pivotal one for Year 9 students as they make their important GCSE option choices. Events like World of Work Day play a crucial role in helping them look beyond the classroom, sparking early thinking about their long‑term ambitions and guiding them towards future career pathways with confidence and excitement.
Scroll below for some photo highlights, and big thanks for all our our businesses for attending!
Hello Future, Howgill Family Centre, PPM, Lakes College, BIFFA, Westinghouse, Amentum, Sellafield Ltd, TUVSUD, Cavendish Nuclear, Leo Group, Altrad, All Together Cumbria, Gen2, Inspira, Kaefer, McMenon, Morgan Sindall, Atkins, The Beacon, Rural Payments Agency, Civil Nuclear Constabulary, Business Toolbox Cumbria.
Yesterday our U13 Girls’ Football team faced Trinity School in the COUNTY CUP QUARTER FINAL!
Trinity started strongly, looking sharp going forward with a very forceful attack. They took the lead early, going 1–0 up within the first ten minutes of the game.
Lucy H helped ease the pressure in the first half, smashing the ball into the back of the net to bring the score level.
Loe RE then added to the momentum, scoring a powerful goal from outside the box to put St Benedicts ahead.
Going into the second half, the girls held a comfortable 2–1 lead. Millie H, Alyssa M and Isla N were solid at the back, while Sadie H created several great opportunities for the team.
Loe went on to score her second goal of the match, making it 3–1. Nancy H and Lilly J remained strong in defence, helping the girls feel relaxed and confident throughout the second half.
Sadie G and Edith D had some excellent chances that kept St. Benedict’s opponents on edge, and with Bayleigh C supporting on the wing, the team continued to grow in strength as the game progressed.
At full time, the score stood at 3–1, securing the girls’ place in the COUNTY CUP SEMI-FINAL – Well done girls!!
On Tuesday a group of our Year 9 and 10 students visited UCLAN’s Preston campus to explore the Performing Arts offer there.
They got the opportunity to have a tour around the media facilities, including brand new pod cast studios and sounds mixing suites.
They then participated in a Music Theatre session with the subject lead, giving them a real flavour of what a typical session may look like. This was then followed by a sneak peak into a movement session being taught to the current second year students.
The visit was aimed to inspire the students and enrich them with new knowledge around performing arts opportunities they have on offer.
Mrs Whitaker said:
“𝘐 𝘢𝘮 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴. 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘣𝘦𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘦𝘹𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘢 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘭. 𝘚𝘰 𝘮𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘴𝘰, 𝘸𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘯𝘦𝘹𝘵 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳!”
Our Under 12 Girls Football team were involved in a thrilling and hard-fought COUNTY CUP game that saw plenty of drama and determination from start to finish.
The game began brightly for our team, who started on the front foot and were rewarded with two early goals to take a 2–0 lead. Quick passing and positive attacking play caused problems for the opposition, and the early advantage reflected our strong start.
However, the opposition responded well and grew into the game, capitalising on their chances to turn the score around. Despite our continued effort and commitment, the momentum shifted and we went into half-time trailing 4–2.
The second half saw a huge response from our players. Showing great character and resilience, the team worked tirelessly to get back into the contest.
In the closing stages, we gave everything to close the gap but final whistle came too early for us.
Mrs Grealish said:
“Although the match ended in a narrow 5–4 defeat, the performance was full of positives, with the team showing excellent attitude, teamwork, and never-say-die spirit throughout. Our County Cup journey shows me what a force this team are going to be in the next few years.”
One of our Year 11 students has been awarded the prestigious title of Deputy County Cadet of the Year for Cumbria and Lancashire, following a challenging competition held in Preston.
The competition, organised by St John Ambulance, brought together cadets from across the region to complete a series of practical and leadership-based tasks. These included a first aid scenario, an interview on St John Ambulance’s HEART values, a presentation based on GCSE coursework, and a team-building exercise.
Ava-Jane S in Year 11, entered the competition after being encouraged by youth leader and former St Benedict’s student Joshua Groggins, aiming to strengthen the voice of young people in smaller units like Whitehaven, where engagement opportunities can be limited compared to larger city-based units.
She said:
“I wanted to take part to represent Whitehaven and help improve youth involvement across Cumbria. This role gives me the chance to make a real difference and ensure our voices are heard.”
The top title of County Cadet of the Year was awarded to Arabella Grint, with Maja Szargut joining as the second deputy. Together, the trio will work throughout the year to enhance youth engagement and enjoyment within St John Ambulance across the county.
Mr Stevenson, Ava’s DT teacher commented:
“Ava has shown incredible creativity and confidence, not only in her DT coursework but also in applying those skills during the competition.”
“We are extremely proud of her achievement and the leadership qualities she has demonstrated.”
Before the Christmas break, all of our students & staff took part in some charity fundraisers to raise money for their chosen charities this year.
Year 7, 8 & 9 are supporting Hospice at Home West Cumbria
Year 10 & 11 are supporting WaterAid UK
£433.60 was raised through Christmas Jumper Day by Year 7,8, & 9
£443.53 was raised through a Cake Sale & Christmas Jumper Day by Year 10 & 11
Well done everyone!
Scroll below for photos from the events:
Welcome to our December Newsletter. Below you will find a letter from Mrs Jackson, plus a round up of the news highlight from this term, as well as upcoming dates for next term.
We hope you all have a joyful Christmas break and a Happy New Year!
Dear Parents and Carers
As we come to the end of another successful term here at St Benedict’s , I would like to thank you for your continued support.
We began the year as usual by welcoming a large intake of new students in Year 7 and Year 12 and I am delighted with the way everyone has settled into school life.
We have had much to celebrate over the term. As always at St Benedict’s our sports teams have excelled, showing great determination and teamwork when representing the school. Our school choir has shone in local competitions and amongst our numerous extra-curricular activities we now have an active Musical Theatre Club, Drama Club and very popular Darts Club.
We are committed to offering our students a wide range of experiences and I am so impressed by the number of trips, visits, and visitors our students have experienced this term. Every day I am inspired by our students who engage wholeheartedly in the many opportunities offered to them, working diligently and representing our school with pride.
As we look ahead into 2026, I know that our dedicated staff will ensure we continue to thrive as a school, and I look forward to seeing the many things that our students will achieve in the months ahead.
Once again, thank you for all your support.
Wishing you all a Happy and Holy Christmas
God bless,
Mrs Emma Jackson
All this week we have been holding our Christmas Achievement Assemblies for each Year Group, awarding students who have impressed their Tutors, Learning Mentors and Head of Years this term.
Prizes have also been given our for Student of the Week raffles, Zero Hero rewards, and we also recognised all of our students who have had 100% Attendance this term! Well done everyone.
Gallery of all our Christmas Award winners, scroll across to view:
Gallery of all our Christmas Award Winners:
Gallery of all our winners for Year 9 with a special guest – can you guess who it is? Scroll through to see them all:
Some of our Year 10 winners for subject awards, Tutor Heroes, Head of Year Awards and Attendance. Scroll across to see all the photos:
Some of our Year 11 winners for subject awards, Tutor Heroes, Head of Year Awards and Attendance. Scroll across to see all the photos:
This was postponed and didn’t take place until January 2026! We would like to congratulate all of our Sixth Form students.
Scroll across to see all the photos:
On Wednesday, our U13 girls represented the school brilliantly at the Copeland and Allerdale Football Festival.
Although they didn’t come away with an overall win, their determination and teamwork were outstanding throughout the tournament, making them fantastic ambassadors for the school.
Facing tough competition against Netherhall School, Keswick School, and West Lakes Academy, the girls showed resilience and spirit. By the end of the tournament, they hit their stride and secured a well-deserved 1-0 victory over Workington Academy.
The winning goal came from Poppy, who powered through the defence and struck a superb shot into the net.
