In a recent news article, I described Woodroffe as something of a hidden gem and, as we start a new academic year, this is an idea worth reflecting upon. It cannot be denied that, in the eyes of …[Read More]

The recent production of Little Shop of Horrors was not only superb but it is a symbol of all that Woodroffe stands for as a school. First there is the quality. How many schools have the skills and ambition to present …[Read More]

The exam season is upon us and it seems to start earlier and earlier each year. Students in Years 11, 12 and 13 are all taking exams and large areas of the school will become inaccessible as we try to ensure …[Read More]

The last week of term before Easter is always incredibly busy but it is also one of those moments in the year when we are encouraged to stop and think about exactly how much goes on here. The …[Read More]

Woodroffe has always had a reputation for paying close attention to literacy and, of course, the promotion of reading. I like to think that the school genuinely has a reading culture. I am also confident that …[Read More]

Happy New Year! We are only a few weeks into the New Year but already there is a lot to celebrate and quite a bit to be worried about. The positives, as ever, come from the things Woodroffe students have been …[Read More]

The last couple of weeks before Christmas are characterised by an interesting blend of excitement and exhaustion. Everyone is excited about Christmas, and I’m sure that includes all those who insist …[Read More]

Although we are only just over half a term into the new academic year, autumn is very much about moving up and moving on. Students in Years 11, 12 and 13 are beginning to think more seriously about examination preparation …[Read More]

As you will have no doubt seen in the press, Woodroffe has been celebrating another year of excellent results both at GCSE and A Level. The way results were reported this year has been very confusing as a consequence …[Read More]