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The Joseph Whitaker School

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The Joseph Whitaker School is located in Rainworth near Mansfield. The school joined the East Midlands Education Trust on the 1st September 2016. We believe that we have a culture and ethos which enables every child to thrive and develop into a confident young adult whilst achieving excellent qualifications in readiness for their future.

We cater for all students’ needs and ambitions, whatever their starting point. Examination outcomes are strong and we offer a broad and balanced curriculum throughout all key stages. In addition to the taught curriculum, we offer a multitude of additional opportunities and hope that your child takes full advantage of the activities that we have to offer.

The Joseph Whitaker School has Specialisms in both Sport and Performing arts. The school became a specialist Sports College in September 2004 and in 2012 the sports specialism was expanded to add focus on performing arts. Our provision, outcomes and commitment to the values and benefits have been recognised nationally. We are a Gold Partner school for the Youth Sport Trust, and the lead school in Nottinghamshire for leadership and volunteering. The skills, self-esteem and opportunities created by the performing arts are seen as vital ingredients in delivering the schools vision.

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Nous arrivons en France! Our intrepid explorers have travelled through the Channel Tunnel, ordered their dinner in French and are now playing capture the flag in the chateau grounds. À demain! ... See MoreSee Less

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On Thursday, 11 students represented JWS in the Notts Schools Summer Games held at Harvey Hadden Sports Village. Alongside 21 other schools across the county, they all took part in a range of sporting activities collecting points for the team along the way. Some of the activities included were indoor golf, rowing, dodgeball and athletics events. The students performed superbly, displayed a great team spirit and thoroughly enjoyed the event. Proud to be us! ... See MoreSee Less

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This week our students “screwed their courage to the sticking place” and performed Macbeth at Nottingham’s Theatre Royal. The playmaking festival was an incredible experience for our actors, designers and musicians. We are so proud of their effort and work on this project. They impressed Nottingham city schools and professionals from the Royal Shakespeare Company. Clearly the creatives of tomorrow and tomorrow and tomorrow… ... See MoreSee Less

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