The best schools in West Yorkshire: Visit Wetherby High School at its open evening on September 27

A West Yorkshire school which places relationships at the centre of its cultural and educational ethos, is inviting parents and families to see for themselves what a difference it can make in helping young people unlock their full potential.
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Published 22nd Sep 2023, 11:34 BST
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Wetherby High School is holding an open evening on Wednesday September 27 to give children and their parents time to explore the school, meet staff and students.

It’s a time for families to look ahead, and to make decisions which will form the characters and futures of young people as they plan their next steps in education – and their lives.

During the evening, Wetherby High School will also share more details regarding the planning taking place for a new purpose-built school building.

Visit Wetherby High School's open evening to see how it unlocks potential of young people, winning praise from Ofsted. Submitted picture.Visit Wetherby High School's open evening to see how it unlocks potential of young people, winning praise from Ofsted. Submitted picture.
Visit Wetherby High School's open evening to see how it unlocks potential of young people, winning praise from Ofsted. Submitted picture.

Presentations will start at 6pm and 7pm.

Ambitions stretch way beyond exam results

Headteacher, Samantha Jefferson said: “Wetherby High School is a unique school community.

“We place relationships at the centre of our interactions with students and believe that students who have meaningful relationships in school are more connected to the school community.

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“This enables our students to feel safe to take risks in their learning and their development as young people.

“At Wetherby High School we are deeply committed to ensuring the educational experience for each student unlocks their full potential. As such our ambitions for them stretch way beyond their exam results and their time with us.”

The four values at the core of the school

Wetherby High School has four school values:

Know our children well - Being known well both as a learner and as an individual, means students feel valued as part of the school community.

Enjoy and aspire – Knowing students as individuals helps the school provide extra-curricular and enrichment opportunities that challenge and inspire them.

Character for achievement - Developing students’ character will support them in attaining excellent exam results and also equip them to be successful adults in the world.

Partners in learning - The relationship between home and school is vital to provide the challenge and support needed for students to realise their full potential.

Pride in comments from Ofsted

Headteacher Ms Jefferson “We are proud that the impact our student-centred approach was recognised by Ofsted in our latest inspection.”

Comments from the inspectors' included:

“Leaders have created a truly inclusive school where every pupil is valued and cared for.”

“Pupils are immensely proud of their school.”

“The school’s work to promote pupils’ personal development and welfare is outstanding.”

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“Pupils are courteous, friendly and routinely regulate their own behaviour.”

“Staff create a very positive atmosphere for learning through their passion for their subjects and the caring relationships they share with their pupils.”

Find out more about the school – on Hallfield Lane, Wetherby, LS22 6JS - and its open evening at the Wetherby High School website

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