Exciting Update from Kenya! Today, Miss Savage received photos from Madam Carol at Eileen Ngochoch Primary School—our partner school in Nakuru, Kenya. The images show the newly tiled preschool classroom, a result of the hard work and dedication of our recent Kenya group. It’s now being used daily, providing a much-improved learning environment for the students. Reminder: Applications for the
On Trips and Visits day students had the opportunity to visit Go Ape in Whinlatter to do the Treetop Adventure+ course. Students were incredibly brave taking on some activities very high up in the trees, but still had lots of fun and supported each other very well. Staff at the course commented on how polite and well behaved the group
Year 13 Biologists recently took part in the prestigious “Intermediate Biology Olympiad”. This really stretches and challenges their understanding of Biology and their ability to apply their knowledge to real life situations. Over 17000 students took part, so getting an award is a fantastic achievement. We are delighted to announce the following awards:Silver (top 15% of entrants)- Adam R, Anna
A free series of events for families to attend. DiSH stands for Dinner in School Holidays. A fresh meal is provided in each session, made with fresh ingredients that are often locally sourced. There will also be craft activities and space to play. Details on how to register are included in the flyer below.
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
We would like to invite you to host a stall at the Queen Elizabeth High School Sixth Form Freshers’ Fair on Friday 12 September. The fair is designed to introduce sixth from students (aged 16-18) to a range of volunteering opportunities in the local community. Each organisation will have a stall to promote what you do and the students will
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
After a successful first day and restful night, our Silver Duke of Edinburgh groups continue to explore Northumberland and appreciate its natural and historical beauty. All in good spirits and working together in their teams.
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
This week’s LRC recommended read comes from award-winning author Deirdre Sullivan, Wise Creatures. #Respect #Engage #Aspire