House Coffee Morning
Last week, our students had the chance to meet up with their Houses, get to know new people and spend some time socialising over a selection of treats and hot drinks. It was a great way to kick-start our House events for the year and begin building the sense of community that makes our House […]
Starting at Wickersley Sixth Form: A Guide for Year 12 Students
Starting at Wickersley Sixth Form is an exciting time, but it can also feel like a big change. New subjects, new routines, more independence and higher expectations can take a little time to get used to. As our Year 12 students settle into their second week at Wickersley Sixth Form, here are five things we […]
Sponge a Teacher Charity Event
This week, our students were given the chance to throw wet sponges at Mr Alecock, Mr Wilson, and Mr Meakin – all in the name of charity! The event was a huge success, with students enjoying the opportunity to take part while raising over £70 for Rotherham Hopian. A huge thank you to everyone who […]
Y12 Award Winners
Congratulations to our recent Year 12 Award Winners! Nominated by staff and fellow students, these pupils have been recognised for their outstanding effort, excellent attendance, and for consistently going above and beyond throughout the year. A huge well done to all of our worthy winners. We are incredibly proud of you! #WeAreProudOfOurAchievements
Y12 Chemistry Challenge
A huge well done to Mabrookah and Emily in Year 12, who both achieved a Copper Award in this year’s Cambridge Chemistry Challenge! The Cambridge Chemistry Challenge (C3L6) is a prestigious 90-minute examination designed to stretch Year 12 students by testing advanced problem-solving skills beyond the standard A-level curriculum. The challenge reflects the style and […]
Y12 Drama Mock Performance Exam
Our Year 12 Drama and Theatre students recently presented a performance of Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit as part of their mock Component 2 examination. All seven performers demonstrated outstanding resilience and professionalism, delivering a 50-minute performance in challenging 32°C heat. Despite the conditions, they maintained excellent focus and projected their voices confidently, even over the sound of […]
Y12 University of Leeds Trip
On Friday 10th July, Y12 History students visited the University of Leeds to take part in a series of academic workshops. Led by Dr Joe Stanley, a former WSSC student, the sessions focused on academic writing, using university libraries, and working with archive materials. Students also had the unique opportunity to study items from the […]
Y12 Students Attend UCAS Discovery Event
This week, our Year 12 students attended the UCAS Discovery Event at Sheffield Arena, where they spent an informative and engaging morning exploring their options for higher education. The event brought together universities and colleges from across the UK, providing students with the opportunity to speak directly with representatives about a wide range of courses, […]
Y12 John Locke Institute Essay Competition
Our Year 12 Economics students have successfully submitted their entries to the prestigious John Locke Institute Global Essay Competition 2026. The competition challenges students to deepen their subject knowledge, develop their academic writing skills, and construct well-reasoned arguments supported by research and evidence. Entries are assessed by leading academics from world-renowned universities, including Oxford, Harvard, […]
Y12 Physics Success
Back in March, 11 of our Y12 A-Level Physics students took part in the Senior Physics Challenge from the British Physics Olympiad. The challenge is designed to develop students’ problem-solving skills and encourage them to apply their understanding of Physics to unfamiliar situations. Each year, more than 6,000 students take part in the competition. The one-hour paper includes […]
