Today, QEHS students had a virtual meeting with Lord Mott as part of the ‘Learn with the Lords’ programme. He gave a short presentation introducing himself and explaining the important work of the House of Lords and then answered questions, including some on whether we should change our voting system, what hopes he had for the next generation and whether
Imagine being caught in a loop, condemned to experience the same 24 hours over and over, find out how to break the spell in The Eternal Return of Clara Hart by Louise Finch. Pick up your copy from the LRC to read over the summer and write us a review. #Respect #Engage #Aspire
It was good to welcome Mark Clayton, who spoke to Year 12 about his career journey since leaving QE. He explained why he moved to China and started his own company and social enterprises. He encouraged the students to be agile in their thinking and to consider not just what they wanted materially from their lives but also what purpose
This week’s LRC recommended read is Family of Liars, by E. Lockhart, the prequel to We Were Liars. Return to the story of another summer, another generation, and the secrets that will haunt them for decades to come. #Respect #Engage #Aspire
Year 11 students are heading to Morocco this week for their school challenge expedition. A few weeks ago, they had a very wet and muddy practice walk up Blencathra in the Lake District! Views from the summit were underwhelming as we could not see a thing! Conditions will be VERY different from this on their 4-day trek in the Atlas
Charlie G began as a volunteer coach as part of his bronze Duke of Edinburgh award last spring. He has continued coaching at the club, showing dedication and commitment to the team, taking them to compete in tournaments, training and supporting them when he can on Saturdays. This commitment was recognised by the team of coaches and he was awarded
Students from Year 10 and Year 12 had a great first day in Paris and Versailles, as part of their French languages trip. We visited the town and market of Versailles and the majestic Palace of Versailles. Crêpes for dinner and then an evening cruise on the famous Bateaux Mouches along the Seine, taking in the sites of Paris in
This week our Year 10, 11 and 12 students are attending assemblies led by Northumberland Carers who support all carers under the age of 18, to ensure that all children and young people have the support they need. #Respect #Engage #Aspire
3 billion lives at stake. 2 people who can save them. 1 secret hidden in their DNA The LRC recommended read is This Mortal Coil by Emily Suvada. A must read for fans of The Hungers Games, Divergent and The Maze Runner. #Respect #Engage #Aspire
Well done to our Silver D of E students for completing a very warm two day trek across North Northumberland. The Yellow, Blue and Red teams tackled the hills, woods and sandy terrain. Fellow campers and walkers commented on the student’s excellent manners and behaviour. This expedition prepares students for their qualifying expedition in two weeks time in the Lake