Wade Deacon High School News Feed - All News http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/?nid=1&pid=83 e4education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.0 (www.e4education.co.uk) Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:22:25 GMT Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:22:25 GMT Yr 9 Race to Victory at Science Event http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=58&pid=83&nid=1 Four Wade Deacon pupils beat off stiff competition with their winning “Super Capacitor Car” design at a regional Science Technology Engineering and Maths (STEM) event held at The Catholic High School, Chester in February]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:07:50 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=58&nid=1 Table Tennis Team make Country’s Top 3! http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=103&pid=83&nid=1  

We have fantastic news about our girls’ Table Tennis team who have just competed in The National Championships in Hinkley, Leicestershire. 

 
]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:06:43 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=103&nid=1 Pupils Wow Audiences in Got to Dance Spectacular http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=98&pid=83&nid=1  

One of the most amazing dance performances ever seen at Wade Deacon High School took place in February, thrilling audiences in a week long extravaganza.

 
]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2013 12:19:22 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=98&nid=1 Debate Team Head to The House of Lords! http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=102&pid=83&nid=1  

Our school Debating Teams are on the verge of taking two of the country’s top titles in Finals’ competitions to be held in London in May and June.

 
]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:14:19 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=102&nid=1 Time Capsule Captures the Moments http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=101&pid=83&nid=1  

A ceremony to commemorate the placing of the Foundation Stone has taken place in the entrance foyer of our new school building at Birchfield Road.

 
 
]]> Fri, 22 Mar 2013 09:04:45 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=101&nid=1 Innovation Enterprise Academy http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=100&pid=83&nid=1 The Governing Body of Wade Deacon High School is pleased to report that following consultation and formal application, the school will operate as an Academy with effect from 1st March 2013.

]]> Wed, 6 Mar 2013 09:14:39 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=100&nid=1 Mrs Gormley http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=99&pid=83&nid=1 In full consultation with Executive Headteacher Mrs Pamela Wright OBE and the Governing Body, Head of School Mrs Jan Gormley has taken the decision to leave the school, retiring early to spend more time with her family.

]]> Tue, 5 Mar 2013 15:33:14 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=99&nid=1 Pupils Break Record in D of E Awards http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=97&pid=83&nid=1  

A record breaking 58 Wade Deacon High School pupils – more than any other school in the area, have achieved success in The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.  

 
]]> Tue, 5 Mar 2013 08:56:37 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=97&nid=1 Pupils Show Support for Firefighter Veterans http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=96&pid=83&nid=1 Y9 pupils Bethany Darcy and Katherine Hickey won the Halton competition focussing on firework safety.

 
]]> Tue, 5 Mar 2013 08:51:52 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=96&nid=1 A Release to Remember http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=95&pid=83&nid=1  

During December’s Citizenship & Enterprise Day, our Year 10 pupils took part in a balloon release to support The Brightest Star Appeal in memory of Lewis Millward.  Pupils contributed £1 for the balloons which were name tagged and released into a spectacularly blue winter sky. 

 
]]> Tue, 5 Mar 2013 08:44:03 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=95&nid=1 Sponsorship Deal Gets Teams on the Right Coach! http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=94&pid=83&nid=1  

Our strong community links are once again in evidence with the securing of a unique sponsorship deal between the school and Ashcroft’s Travel, who continue to be fantastic supporters of our school.

 
]]> Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:28:28 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=94&nid=1 Pupils savour their slice of Mandarin http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=93&pid=83&nid=1  

During half-term, Wade Deacon pupils, accompanied by MFL teacher, Mr Cummins, enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime trip to China. The ten-day visit continues the school’s long standing exchange programme with China and was made possible thanks to the link between the Universities of Liverpool and Jaotong in Xi’an who coordinated the visit. 

 
 
]]> Fri, 9 Nov 2012 08:35:34 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=93&nid=1 Une fête linguistique Européenne http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=92&pid=83&nid=1  

On 26th September our pupils took part in a number of activities to mark the European Day of Languages. Celebrated across Europe, the day highlights the importance of language learning and the diversity of languages spoken in Britain and around the world. 

 
 
]]> Fri, 5 Oct 2012 10:26:40 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=92&nid=1 Wade Deacon Goes Global http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=91&pid=83&nid=1 Wade Deacon’s outstanding international links have been recognised with The International School Award for 2012.

 
]]> Wed, 3 Oct 2012 08:52:43 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=91&nid=1 Open Invitation Inspires New Pupils. http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=90&pid=83&nid=1  

We recently extended a warm welcome to prospective new pupils with our annual Open Evening.

 
 
]]> Fri, 28 Sep 2012 10:08:45 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=90&nid=1 Pupil Writers are an Internet Sensation! http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=89&pid=83&nid=1 Our budding writers are basking in the glory of being published authors and poets.

 
]]> Tue, 25 Sep 2012 09:50:21 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=89&nid=1 Big Made Small in Summer School Success! http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=88&pid=83&nid=1  

Committed and Talented pupils from Wade Deacon’s Feeder Primary Schools enjoyed a week of activities over the summer holiday designed both to increase confidence and ease the transition from Primary to Secondary school.

 
]]> Tue, 18 Sep 2012 11:19:10 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=88&nid=1 Pupils follow their Olympic Heroes! http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=87&pid=83&nid=1  

Over their summer break, 32 Year 10 pupils from Wade Deacon High School made the journey to London to see their sporting heroes competing in the Olympic Games.

 
 
]]> Tue, 18 Sep 2012 11:17:33 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=87&nid=1 Tribute to Lewis Millward http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=86&pid=83&nid=1 The school community is deeply saddened by the death of our pupil, Lewis Millward.

]]> Fri, 13 Jul 2012 13:08:33 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=86&nid=1 Outstanding Secondary School of the Year! http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=85&pid=83&nid=1 Wade Deacon High School has been named TES Outstanding Secondary School of the Year!  The school beat off stiff competition from across the country, but judges were impressed with Wade Deacon for seeing challenges as opportunities, and turning them into successes!

]]> Mon, 9 Jul 2012 21:40:30 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=85&nid=1 'Topping Out' at the New Buildings http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=84&pid=83&nid=1 We are beginning to see our new building take shape after the traditional topping-out ceremony was held on site on Tuesday 29 May. The ceremony marked the highest point of the building being completed and was attended by the VINCI Construction UK’s site team, Halton Borough Council, Hochitef, pupils, staff and governors. The celebrations of the Topping Out ceremony, included the bedding of the last block of masonry.

]]> Sun, 8 Jul 2012 19:33:54 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=84&nid=1 Academy Consultation http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=83&pid=83&nid=1 The Governing Body of Wade Deacon High School is proposing that the school converts to an Academy Trust. As a consequence, we are now undertaking a thorough consultation. Under this proposal an Academy would be formed from 1st September 2012.

]]> Tue, 8 May 2012 15:55:24 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=83&nid=1 St. Luke’s church needs your help http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=82&pid=83&nid=1 St. Luke’s church needs your help to meet deadline of May 9th to raise £55,000.

]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:58:11 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=82&nid=1 Easter Egg Collection http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=81&pid=83&nid=1 Following an appeal to Year 9 and 11 pupils and a cake sale on the Peelhouse lane campus, Ms Rouski delivered 172 Easter eggs to the Women’s refuge in Widnes.

]]> Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:25:20 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=81&nid=1 Wade Deacon's Got to Dance! http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=78&pid=83&nid=1 Our spectacular ‘Got to Dance’ event was bigger and better this year, with more routines, more dancers and more something else. Over 140 Wade Deacon pupils across all years took part in this fantastic celebration of dance talent. There were also performances from Lunts Heath Primary, Moorfields Primary and Cronton College pupils.

]]> Tue, 3 Apr 2012 14:25:46 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=78&nid=1 New News Story http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=80&pid=83&nid=1 On Friday 23rd March the PE department will be hosting a Sport Relief Charity event on the Birchfield Road track. This event will run from 3.00 – 4.30pm. We would like as many pupils and staff as possible to attend this fantastic event.

]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 12:51:46 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=80&nid=1 Who has the "W" Factor? http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=79&pid=83&nid=1 Wade Deacon’s new ‘X’ Factor-style competition brought new singing talent to light, and could be the beginning of something very big for one lucky contestant.

]]> Thu, 8 Mar 2012 08:56:56 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=79&nid=1 Important Letter from NHS Merseyside http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=77&pid=83&nid=1 Please read an important letter from the NHS regarding a small number of measles cases on Merseyside;

]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:17:13 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=77&nid=1 Term Dates from September 2012 http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=76&pid=83&nid=1 Term dates for September 2012 to August 2013 are now available.

]]> Mon, 6 Feb 2012 16:09:45 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=76&nid=1 Uniform Consultation http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=75&pid=83&nid=1 We are considering changes to our pupils’ uniform from September 2012. Therefore, we are entering into a short period of consultation with stakeholders regarding the uniform.

]]> Thu, 2 Feb 2012 10:50:21 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=75&nid=1 Best GCSE Results in Halton http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=74&pid=83&nid=1 Today Wade Deacon High School is celebrating the first combined GCSE results since Fairfield High School joined with the school. This is the third year in succession that 100% of pupils achieved 5 or more GCSEs at the top grade of A*-C. The results for 5 or more A* - C including English and Mathematics was a superb 77%. A superb 70% of pupils achieved 1 or more A and A* grades.

]]> Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:47:01 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=74&nid=1 A Taste of India http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=73&pid=83&nid=1 A new partnership has been forged between Wade Deacon High School, Maharaja Aggarsain School in India and the Desi Indian Restaurant in Widnes. Year 8 pupils from Wade Deacon High School were given the opportunity to work with chefs and learn about Indian cuisine.

]]> Tue, 21 Jun 2011 09:20:02 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=73&nid=1 Success in Adding Value http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=72&pid=83&nid=1 The Specialist Schools and Academies Trust has written to Wade Deacon High School to celebrate 'success in adding value.'  The school has been presented with a certificate to celebrate exceptional performance in the 2010 GCSE Examinations.

]]> Fri, 3 Jun 2011 08:08:11 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=72&nid=1 Got to Dance http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=71&pid=83&nid=1 Wade Deacon High School presents 'Got to Dance' - 3 nights showcasing Wade Deacon's dance talent across all years. We have over 100 pupils involved on these nights and we also have a Primary school performance on the Friday evening. Tickets are on sale priced £4 each.  On Peelhouse Lane tickets are available from Miss Paton, while pupils on Birchfield Road should see Miss Broadhurst. Any telephone enquiries should be directed to the Peelhouse Lane reception on 0151 423 3571.

]]> Tue, 24 May 2011 07:29:36 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=71&nid=1 NEW YEAR HONOUR FOR EXECUTIVE HEADTEACHER http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=70&pid=83&nid=1 Executive Headteacher, Mrs Wright, has been appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in the New Year 2011 Honours List.

]]> Tue, 4 Jan 2011 10:04:33 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=70&nid=1 Wade Deacon Celebrate Best Exam Results in the Borough http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=69&pid=83&nid=1 Wade Deacon High School is celebrating after its pupils again scooped the coveted title of top performing school in Halton. For the second year 100% of pupils achieved 5 or more GCSE’s at the top grades of A* - C. The result for 5 or more A* - C including English and Mathematics was a superb 78%. Over a quarter of all results were A* and A grades, with 7 out of 10 pupils achieving at least 1 A* or A grade.

]]> Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:12:50 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=69&nid=1 'Gold Award' for Technology Faculty http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=66&pid=83&nid=1 Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:24:23 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=66&nid=1 A Taste of Chinese Culture http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=63&pid=83&nid=1 Pupils in Wade Deacon’s China Club have enjoyed a visit their link school, No 12 Middle School in Tongling, Anhui , China.

]]> Thu, 24 Jun 2010 15:48:01 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=63&nid=1 A Celebration of Success http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=60&pid=83&nid=1 The Specialist Schools and Academies Trust has recognised the achievements at Wade Deacon and Fairfield High Schools with invitations to three dinner events in London.

]]> Wed, 12 May 2010 16:17:06 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=60&nid=1 School Council Partnership Continues http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=56&pid=83&nid=1 The partnership between Wade Deacon High School, Fairfield High School and Swavesey Village College in Cambridgeshire continued this month with the School Council’s return visit to the college following our hosting of an event in October 2009 that focused on pupils discussing ideas on identity and community and staff collaboration on marking and rewards policies.

]]> Thu, 1 Apr 2010 14:36:57 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=56&nid=1 PUPILS BOOST THEIR SCORES http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=51&pid=83&nid=1 Pupils at Wade Deacon High School and Fairfield High School have taken part in their first Saturday ‘Boost’ Session.  Building on Wade Deacon’s highly successful Gifted and Talented Masterclass programme, the Boost sessions covered a range of activities aimed at raising attainment for pupils across both schools. 

]]> Thu, 1 Apr 2010 14:33:37 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=51&nid=1 Invitation to 10 Downing Street http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=54&pid=83&nid=1 Executive Headteacher Mrs Wright was invited to No. 10 Downing Street on Monday evening to meet with the Prime Minister and Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families in recognition of innovative approaches to education and commitment to raising achievement for all pupils.

]]> Thu, 1 Apr 2010 14:32:34 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=54&nid=1 Wade Deacon is Back in Business http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=53&pid=83&nid=1 Wade Deacon and Fairfield High Schools re-opened their doors today after three days exceptional closure due to adverse weather conditions. Pupils started lessons at the later time of 10 o'clock and soon there was a calm and industrious atmosphere across both sites as pupils settled into their lessons.

]]> Fri, 8 Jan 2010 14:43:53 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=53&nid=1 Air Cadets Ground Training Day http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=37&pid=83&nid=1 Halton's MP Mr Derek Twigg, visited Wade Deacon High School on Sunday 7 September as the guest of honour of the Merseyside Wing Air Cadets - and saw the partnership between the squadron, school and local authority.

]]> Thu, 22 Oct 2009 09:54:18 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=37&nid=1 Morrisons Let's Grow http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=52&pid=83&nid=1 Until 1st November 2009 you'll be able to collect Morrisons Let's Grow reward vouchers when you shop at your local store. We are collecting vouchers to get equipment for the school garden. Please let all your friends and family know and bring any vouchers you collect to Miss McGowan in U8.

]]> Mon, 19 Oct 2009 22:11:17 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=52&nid=1 Key Stage 3 Celebration http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=50&pid=83&nid=1 Today Wade Deacon celebrated the excellent work that pupils have done at Key Stage 3, focusing on core elements that we value highly; Creativity, Teamwork, Citizenship and Attendance.

]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2009 17:01:46 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=50&nid=1 Arts Evening Attracts Chinese Dignitary http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=49&pid=83&nid=1 Wade Deacon's annual Arts Evening attracted the attention of the Chinese Consulate in Manchester this year.  Madam Zhang, Director of Education at the Consulate attended the event to see the impact of the school’s partnership with No. 12 Middle School in Tongling on the curriculum.

]]> Sun, 19 Jul 2009 17:39:15 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=49&nid=1 Top Of The Class http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=48&pid=83&nid=1 An English teaching assistant from Wade Deacon has been recognised for her amazing contribution to students’ education. Mrs. Noone has been nominated for the prestigious ‘Teaching Assistant of the Year Award’ by pupils and teachers at the school.

]]> Thu, 14 May 2009 08:14:04 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=48&nid=1 Wade Deacon Episode V: Return Of The Parents! http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=47&pid=83&nid=1 Parents become the students and the students become the parents. Roles were reversed at the last Gifted and Talented Saturday Masterclass as parents were taught school lessons by their children in an exciting new venture for Wade Deacon.

]]> Wed, 13 May 2009 15:44:07 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=47&nid=1 Rugby Success http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=46&pid=83&nid=1 Wade Deacon’s Year 10 Rugby League team have reached the Carnegie Champion Schools National Cup Final for the fourth successive year.

]]> Wed, 13 May 2009 15:19:23 GMT http://www.wadedeacon.com/news/default.asp?storyID=46&nid=1