Good Luck to Years 11 and 13 in Summer Exam Series
1 May 2026

Good Luck to Years 11 and 13 in Summer Exam Series

The summer exam series is officially underway, and the school has sent an enormous message of good luck and support to all Year 11 and Year 13 students. The exam window represents the culmination of years of hard work, revision…
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UCC Cadet Unit Celebrates Proud First Anniversary
1 May 2026

UCC Cadet Unit Celebrates Proud First Anniversary

Many happy returns go to the Ullswater Community College Combined Cadet Force (CCF) and Uniformed Protective Services (UPS) units, which have officially celebrated their 1st birthday. Over the past 12 months, the cadet program has grown into a cornerstone of…
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Environment Takes Center Stage for David Attenborough’s 100th Birthday
1 May 2026

Environment Takes Center Stage for David Attenborough’s 100th Birthday

Ullswater Community College was transformed into a green celebration recently as students and staff marked the historic 100th birthday of legendary broadcaster and environmentalist Sir David Attenborough. The school was delighted to see a dozen individual "David Attenboroughs" roaming the…
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Auditions Announced for Spectacular Summer Production of ‘Legally Blonde’
1 May 2026

Auditions Announced for Spectacular Summer Production of ‘Legally Blonde’

Following the sensational success of previous musical showcases, the UCC Expressive Arts department has officially announced its next major theatrical venture: Legally Blonde - The Musical! Auditions are set to open in the coming weeks, and the school is encouraging…
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UCC Explores Exciting Partnership with Cumbria Education Trust
1 May 2026

UCC Explores Exciting Partnership with Cumbria Education Trust

The Board of Governors at UCC has announced they are actively exploring the possibility of joining the Cumbria Education Trust (CET), a highly regarded Multi-Academy Trust. The strategic exploration follows careful analysis of changing national policy and the local educational…
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Over 200 Year 10 Students Excel in Work Experience Week
1 March 2026

Over 200 Year 10 Students Excel in Work Experience Week

One of the absolute highlights of the school calendar recently concluded as over two hundred Year 10 students successfully completed an action-packed Work Experience Week. Students traded the classroom for the workplace, trialling careers in teaching, firefighting, engineering, music technology,…
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Year 7 and 8 Mathematicians Shine in Regional Challenge
1 March 2026

Year 7 and 8 Mathematicians Shine in Regional Challenge

UCC’s brightest young minds have proven their problem-solving prowess in a recent Magnificent Maths competition. Teams of Year 7 and Year 8 students went head-to-head with schools from across the region, tackling complex, high-level mathematical puzzles and logical reasoning challenges.…
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World Book Day Transforms UCC with Literary Magic
1 March 2026

World Book Day Transforms UCC with Literary Magic

World Book Day was celebrated with theatrical flair on Wednesday 5th March, as reading took center stage across the entire college campus. The library was a buzzing hub of excitement, running a highly competitive alternative book title contest and giving…
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UCC Wellbeing Champions Win Prestigious Community Group Award
1 March 2026

UCC Wellbeing Champions Win Prestigious Community Group Award

In a moment of immense pride for the entire school, the UCC Wellbeing Champions have been named the winners of the Community Group Award 2026 by Penrith Town Council. The annual award recognizes groups who make a profound, tangible difference…
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Broadening Horizons: Creative Art and Ceramics on Display
1 March 2026

Broadening Horizons: Creative Art and Ceramics on Display

Creativity is flourishing inside the UCC art department, with students showcasing fantastic progress in a variety of mediums. This half-term, Key Stage 3 students have been diving into three-dimensional design, working with clay to produce a series of intricate ceramic…
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Sixth Form Applications Surge Toward 150 Mark
1 February 2026

Sixth Form Applications Surge Toward 150 Mark

Ullswater Community College Sixth Form is celebrating an exceptional wave of interest, with applications for the September 2026 intake rapidly approaching the 150 mark. This strong demand is a direct reflection of the Sixth Form’s reputation as one of the…
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Search Begins for Next Parent Governor to Join Leadership Board
1 February 2026

Search Begins for Next Parent Governor to Join Leadership Board

The UCC Governing Body has officially announced a vacancy for a Parent Governor and is inviting passionate parents and carers to submit their nominations. School governors play an essential, strategic role in overseeing the school's curriculum, financial health, and long-term…
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Year 11 Students Undergo Lifesaving CRY Cardiac Training
1 February 2026

Year 11 Students Undergo Lifesaving CRY Cardiac Training

In an important initiative focused on health and community safety, Year 11 students at Ullswater Community College have taken part in specialist training delivered by the charity CRY (Cardiac Risk in the Young). The sessions provided students with crucial awareness…
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Extracurricular Engagement Hits All-Time High at UCC
1 February 2026

Extracurricular Engagement Hits All-Time High at UCC

UCC's commitment to developing well-rounded citizens is flourishing, with attendance at extracurricular activities hitting record highs this term. The school's extensive schedule of breakfast, lunch, and after-school clubs continues to expand, giving every student a chance to broaden their horizons.…
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Launch of the Year 9 Key Stage 4 Options Process
1 February 2026

Launch of the Year 9 Key Stage 4 Options Process

The vital Year 9 Options Process has officially launched at UCC, marking an exciting milestone as students begin shaping their individual educational pathways for Key Stage 4. The options curriculum is meticulously structured to help students align their studies with…
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Over 100 Year 11 Student Leaders Appointed with Golden Ties
1 December 2025

Over 100 Year 11 Student Leaders Appointed with Golden Ties

Ullswater Community College is proud to announce that more than 100 Year 11 students have been officially appointed as Student Leaders for the academic year. To mark this prestigious responsibility, each successful student was presented with a coveted Golden Tie…
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