School News
Measles
The Camden Director of Public Health has written a letter to parents and carers of young people.
Camden Scholarship Opportunities
Camden Scholarship Opportunities
William Ellis Newsletter March 2013
William Ellis Newsletter March 2013
William Ellis BBC News Report
William Ellis BBC News School Report
Year 11 Easter Revision
Year 11 students are invited to attend Easter revision lessons. See letter
KS4 Basketball Team Win cup
Congratulations to the William Ellis School KS4 basketball squad who today won the Camden Sports Federation Basketball Championship.
GCSE Summer Examination Timetable
Summer 2013 Examination Timetable - GCSE
Movember
A number of WES staff are sporting fine moustaches to support the Movember charity.
OFSTED Inspection
The school will welcome OFSTED Inspectors on Wednesday and Thursday this week.
Deep Learning Day
The school will be holding its latest Deep Learning Day on Wednesday 24th October.
Letter to parents and carers.
Please read the letter to parents and carers from Mr White, Headteacher.
WESPA Meeting
There is a WESPA Meeting in the school library at 6.30 p.m. on Tuesday 2 October. All parents and carers are most welcome.
Parents' Calendar
Please click on the link for a printable calendar of events for this academic year. More events may well be added throughout the year.
Year 11 Information Evening
Year 11 Information Evening this Thursday
Living with Teenage Boys
Workshop 10th July at WES 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Year 7 and 8 Examinations
Examinations will be taking place for all Year 8 students over a two week period – starting Monday 18th June – this is the second week back after half term. The examinations will be taking place in the students normal classrooms with the class teacher.
Year 7 and 8 Examinations
Examinations will be taking place for all Year 7 and 8 students over a two week period – starting Monday 18th June – this is the second week back after half term. The examinations will be taking place in the students normal classrooms with the class teacher.
Mark Walden to visit William Ellis School
Mark Walden "Author" to visit Years 7 & 8 28th June 2012
Year 11 English Revision Lessons
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Year 11 students are invited to attend additional revision lessons in the run up to the English Literature exams next week.
Year 9 Exam Week
Timetable has been issued to students. Details can be found on the school website - under Year Groups - Year 9
WES Pupils On Rapid Adventure
Seven Year 10 pupils took the plunge at Lee Valley White Water Centre. Click to find out more...
BBC School Report
BBC News Report 2012. On Thursday 15th WES students took part in the BBC "Schools Report Project"
Steinway Concert Postponed
STEINWAY CONCERT POSTPONED UNTIL THURSDAY 7.30PM 8TH MARCH
Draft GCSE Exam Timetable Summer 2012 (Year 11)
The document attached shows all available exams for year 11 this summer.
Y11 English Controlled Assessment
The Y11 English Language CA will take place on Thursday 23 February.
La Swap Open Morning Thursday 19th January
Please find details for Y11 students for the day.
WESPA Meeting
All parents and carers are warmly invited to the first WESPA meeting of the year at 6.30 p.m. on Tuesday January10th in the school library.
William Ellis Through to Regional Round of National Debating Competition
On Wednesday 7th December, 4 yr 12 Politics students took part in the qualifying round of a national debating competition.
Animal Farm Revision Guide

Ms Damms' year 11 class has produced a revision guide for Y11 students studying "Animal Farm"
Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge
Recently a group of around 25 Year 10 students took part in the "Speak Out" Challenge workshop.
Please click here to see pictures of this event.
Year 11 Mock Examination Timetable
Year 11 Mock Examinations
The exam timetable can be viewed from the link below. Students are expected in school from Monday 12th December till Thursday 15th December for thier examinations only. Students should be in full school uniform as usual. Students must ensure they have all the required equipment for the exam and be ready outside the main hall for the exam 10 minutes before the start.
Winter Concert
Pictures from the winter concert are now available to view.
School policy regarding absence for protests.
Please read the following which states the school's policy regarding student absences for protests
Mr Altmann on BBC London
Recently Mr Altmann, head of year 7, spoke to BBC London's (and WES parent) Robert Elms about the History of the school.
School Newsletter
The latest edition of the school newsletter has been published.
Y7 SAM Learning
The new year 7 boys have now been added to the system.
Curriculum Guides and Homework Timetables
The guides for parents and boys are now on the website.
International Students
Would you welcome an International Student into your home?
Board Games
We are looking for suitable board games for our students to use during bad weather when they are staying at "The Mill".
William Ellis Library Wish List
Have you any spare books lying around at home?
Newsletter
Latest News Letter, Letter From Governor and Parents Forum
Free Adult ICT Course
Click here for details on the free adult ICT course.
WESPA Summer Fair 9 July
The William Ellis School Summer Fair will be held on Saturday, 9th July and it's our last opportunity this school year to raise much needed funds.
The Mill
Volunteers needed for weekend 24th- 26th June at the Residential Fieldwork Centre
Cancellation of Parents' Forum 4 May 2011
As no questions have been timetabled for the parents' forum, it has been decided that it will not take place on Wednesday 4th May.
Year 9 Exam Timetable May 2011
Year 9 students will be sitting their end of Key Stage 3 exams from Tuesday 9th May until Friday 13th May
WESPA Meeting
There will not be a WESPA meeting tonight, April 5.
William Ellis Easter Revision Sessions
Revision Sessions at WES in the first week of the Easter Holidays (Monday 11th April to Friday 15th April)
BBC News School Report

Year 8 boys took to the screen in creating a bbc news report. Click here for more details.
Yr 8 and Yr 11 in football finals

Congratulations to our Year 8 and Year 11 football teams who have both made it into the Camden and Islington Cup Finals.
SHARP System
William Ellis has teamed up with the Metropolitan Police to help fight crime and anti-social behaviour.
Music Department Concerts 17th and 25th March
William Ellis Music Department would like to invite you to not one but two concerts this half of term...
National Science & Engineering Week
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Things to do in London during National Science & Engineering Week
Gold for Yr7 Rowers

www.williamellis.camden.sch.uk/gallery/default.aspCongratulations to our Year 7 Indoor Rowing team who took first place at the Camden Boys Indoor Rowing Competition.
Advanced Notice Year 11 Revision Easter Holidays
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Advanced Notice Year 11 Revision Easter Holidays
Revision classes will be running for Year 11 students during the week of the 11th April 2011 (first week of the Easter holidays).
Head's Newsletter February 2011
Head's Newsletter for February 2011
School Improvement Plan Update
The School Improvement Plan has been reviewed and updated.
Free School Meals Entitlement
Are you entitled to Free School Meals?
Thursday 20th January
The school will be closed for all students except those in Year 11.
Mobile Phones and Music Players
The police have informed the school about potential issues.
PARENTS' FORUM
The next parents' forum will be held on Wednesday 12th January at 7.00pm in the school hall.
Appointment of new Headteacher
Letter to parents from Fiona Millar, Chair of Governors
Important Message for Students and Parents in Years 10 & 11
Please read the following which states the school's policy regarding absences during the current cycle of demonstrations.
Message to all Students from La Swap Headteachers
Please read the following message to all students in the La Swap Consortium.
Petition on School Sports
School Sports Partnership under threat
Yr 11 Mock Exams
Year 11 start their mock exams on Thursday 9th December 2010. Exam timetable is now available on the school website.
Winter Concert 8th December 6.30pm
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On the 8th December at 6.30pm William Ellis and La Sainte Union Music Departments will be presenting their Winter Concert in the Main Hall of William Ellis School...
Arrangements for Bad Weather
Please note how the school will inform you if there are any changes to the school day due to bad weather conditions.
OFSTED Report 2010
The school has recieved the report from the OFSTED Inspection of 4-5 Novemeber 2010
Jazz at WES
The Y10 and 11 music students were given an insight into the world of modern jazz last week.
Warning of Bogus Mail Scam
The Trading Standards Office are making people aware of the following scam:
OFSTED Inspection 4th & 5th November
Dear Parents,
Please find below an OFSTED Parent Questionnaire. We would be most grateful if it could be completed and returned to the school office on Thursday 4th November.
Thank you.
School Improvement Plan 2010-11
The school has almost completed a new School Improvement Plan for this year, which will be going to the governors for approval on the 24th November, but I would like to share with you at this time what we are aiming to achieve through our vision and the 5 key areas for improvement.
School Improvement Plan 2010-11
The school has almost completed a new School Improvement Plan for this year, which will be presented to the governors for approval on the 24th November, but I would like to share with you at this time what we are aiming to achieve through our vision and the 5 key areas for improvement.
Y10 English Controlled Assessment 21 October
As you may be already aware, your son is studying for a new GCSE in English Language and Literature for first accreditation in 2012. Although this course is similar to the current GCSE in many respects, there has been a significant change in the manner of assessment.
Ellis boys make it 4 from 4!

Following on from the excellent Yr7 victory two weeks ago, our Yr 8, 9 and 10 teams wanted a piece of the action!
New PE Clubs Timetable Now Available

Please follow the link to view the new PE clubs timetable.
You can also find it on the PE clubs page in the PE section of the website.
Yr7 Football Victory!

The Yr 7 'A' team recorded their first victory at William Ellis.
Follow this link to read to full match report.
Parents' Forum - 7.30pm Wednesday 22nd September 2010
Dear Parents and Carers,
Parents' Forum - 7.30pm Wednesday 22nd September 2010
WESPA Meetings
First WESPA meeting will be held on 14th September at 6.30pm.
New Headteacher's letter to parents
Dear Parent/Carer,
Start of term details
Click to see full details on the start of term arrangements for September 2010
WES Bird Box

See pictures and video of our resident Great Tit in the William Ellis Spring Watch Bird Box!!!!
April Newsletter
The April Newsletter is now available. Click on 'Latest Newsletter' under 'Useful Links'.
Year 9 End of KS3 Exam Timetable
Year 9 exams start on Monday 10th May - the exam timetable is now available.
GCSE Public Examination Calendar - Summer 2010
GCSE Public Examination Calendar - Summer 2010
Year 11 Revision Classes
Please open attached document for the Year 11 Easter Holiday Revision Classes
Years 9, 10 & 11 Science Exams
With GCSEs and the Year 9 exams 'round the corner, click on to the science area for more information
Home Access Grant
Are you eligible to receive a grant to purchase a computer for your son? Read on to find out more.
Year 10 Parents Questionnaire
Please download the Year 10 parents questionnaire
Year 7 Parents Questionnaire
Please download the Year 7 parents questionnaire
Year 8 Parents Questionnaire
Please download the parents questionnaire
Year 9 Science Exams
Year 9 Science exams
Information and extra resources fro the year 9 science examinations
Sport Relief bounce-a-thon

WES PE Department to hold 6 hour bouncing marathon in aid of Sport Relief 2010
Admissions Appeals
If you wish to make an appeal to join William Ellis School, please find a word version of the Admissions Appeal Form by clicking 'Admissions' under Useful Links.
More Cross Country Success!
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8 pupils in years 7 and 8 selected to represent Camden in the London Schools championships.
Key Stage 3 Basketball Team - The story so far...

A mixed bag of results have greeted our young basketballers this season.
Muggles, witches and wizards
Muggles, witches and wizards, a Lecture by Professor Conrad Lichtenstein
Cross Country Victories

Once again our Year 8 Cross country team was victorious in the Camden Schools Cross country competition which took place on the 23rd of February.
This follows victory in both the Under 15 and Under 17 categories earlier in the year.
Active Kids Vouchers Back Again

Sainsbury's are once again offering vouchers in return for purchases which can be used to buy sports equipment. We need your help!
School Improvement Plan
The School Improvement Plan can now be viewed in the School Policies section of this website.
News Feeds
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