After a well deserved night’s rest, we took in some more of the sights before arriving at the Emmanuel Centre for the headline event. We enjoyed our front row seats and the brilliant talks from eminent scientists, including Prof Robert Winston and Prof Sue Black. Respect. Engage. Aspire.
A fantastic group of Year 11 students chose to give up their lunchtime yesterday to listen to Ella Nethaway from King’s College, Cambridge. The students heard some excellent advice about making their Sixth Form option choices and had a glimpse into what university life might hold for them in the future. Ella was extremely impressed with our students, who asked
24 sixth form biologists travelled down to London to attend the Biology Live! Conference on Thursday. We had a fantastic time exploring the Natural History Museum and Science museums. Highlights include Fern, the diplodocus, the dinosaurs gallery, and the medicine gallery. In the evening some of us explored the sights and took in the London atmosphere.
It’s not too late to start instrumental or singing lessons. Take a look at what we have on offer and get in touch with school if you would like more information! Respect. Engage. Aspire.
Music Mark has recognised Queen Elizabeth High School in ensuring that pupils at the school are able to access a high-quality music education. Our dedication to delivering a broad and balanced curriculum is both welcomed and celebrated. Respect. Engage. Aspire.
Save the Date – QEHS Winter Concert – 11th December 2024 Featuring:Jazz BandShow ChoirWind BandHydroholicsFlute EnsembleQEHS ChoirString EnsembleSoloists
Working in collaboration with Northumberland Inclusive Education Services (LINT), QEHS welcomed Refugee Education UK this week as they met with Ukrainian pupils and their families living in Northumberland. Ukrainian pupils across the county were invited with their families to attend an individual careers session with an education consultant from Refugee Education UK, exploring their future education plans and possible routes
Hexham Squash Club is hosting its Open Day on Sat November 23rd. More details are in the attached poster. Respect. Engage. Aspire.
Last weekend, QEHS rowers attended Durham Head, the last of the Long Distance Sculling races of the autumn season. It was a day of very close races, with Seth achieving the only QEHS win of the day in the j18 singles. However, there were a lot of close 2nd places and lots of impressive racing across the board. Division 1
Politics and Photography students enjoyed a workshop today run by David Campbell from the VII Foundation. The Foundation educates photographers on how to be ethical and safe when documenting dangerous situations (for example, wars and riots). He talked us through a history of photojournalism and then showed us footage of the Storming of the Capitol in 2021, describing the experience