Song from the Shows
Miss Tindall and the whole team were very proud to present two outstanding ‘Songs from the Shows’ performances last week. Featuring a wide range of pieces from our favourite musicals, the shows were a spectacular display of musical theatre talent. In a first of its kind showcase of students from both HMS and QEHS, the level of talent, confidence and
QEHS House Cup
Birch House were the first winners of our brand new QEHS House Cup following a year of successful events! We look forward to seeing how the house system develops over the next year. #Respect #Engage #Aspire
DofE Silver Update
Our Silver Duke of Edinburgh groups continue to impress us battling blisters and bites on their final day in North Northumberland. We had another peaceful night at the campsite, and students have explored ancient stone circles and a waterfall. Staff are repeatedly told by locals and walkers how polite and respectful the students are on their journeys. #Respect #Engage #Aspire
Teamwork for LAMDA prep!
Isabella needed a visual aid for her up and coming LAMDA public speaking exam. Mrs Pollock and Isabella came up with the idea, at lunchtime, we went to Mr Pym in art who supplied the material, then to Mr Brown in DT to help with construction, and hey presto, by the end of lunch break Isabella now has a wonderful
Silver D of E
Good luck to our Silver D of E groups who began their three day journey this morning. Students are traversing the North Northumberland coast, the Borders and the Cheviots for their qualifying expedition. #Respect #Engage #Aspire
LRC Recommended Read
This week’s LRC recommended read comes from award-winning author Deirdre Sullivan, Wise Creatures. #Respect #Engage #Aspire
Handball
On Wednesday, a group of new Year 10 GCSE PE students had the exciting opportunity to participate in a handball session led by an external coach. The session featured a variety of drills and tactical development exercises designed to enhance their skills. The students demonstrated outstanding behaviour and a positive attitude throughout, impressing both staff and the coach. In addition,
LRC Recommended Read
Oh My Gods was the debut novel from Alexandra Sheppard. Life as a half-mortal teenager should be epic. But, for Helen Thomas, it’s tragic. #Repsect #Engage #Aspire
Y10 Cricket
The Y10 cricketers were excellent again last night in the County Cup Final, beating Whitley Bay with 10 balls to spare! It was a very close game with a nail-biting finish, but we managed to chase down the target of 128 to win. It was a tough start again, with Whitley Bay having an opening stand of 52 before we