Arlo’s First Advent
Christmas countdown is on here at school! Arlo has his Christmas jumper on and enjoyed his advent calendar gifted by a student!
Global Development and Sociology
Y13 sociology students attended a fascinating webinar on global development and sociology. The lecture was delivered by Dr Shannon Philip author of ‘Becoming Young Men in a New India’
Manchester – Football Trip
On Tuesday afternoon a group of Year 9 students travelled to Manchester. First stop was a visit to the National Football Museum, with four galleries to explore, interactive games and an opportunity for photos with the Premier League and Women’s Super League trophies.We then headed to the Etihad Stadium to experience Manchester City v RB Leipzig in the Champions League.
Yr 12 Fine Art
The Year 12 Fine artists are creating sustained observational skull drawings from life. They have really enjoyed the challenge and have produced some fantastic work! They are now experimenting with innovative techniques to develop the initial studies further.
Year 12 Art Trip to Antony Gormley’s Studio and Foundry
Six Year 12 students and one Year 13 student visited Gormley’s Studio and Foundry for a local guided tour! A fantastic research opportunity right on our doorstep!!! Thank you for having us.
Space Design Competition
On Saturday a group of 11 year-12 physics students attended a regional event of the UK space design competition at York University. The UK Space Design Competition, part of a larger international competition, is a science, engineering and business challenge designed as a simulation of life in industry. Teams are given a list of requirements for a space settlement and
Mathematics Olympiad
Congratulations to the sixth form students who achieved outstanding results in the Girls’ Maths Olympiad. Lara B and Imogen W (Y12) achieved a merit and a distinction, respectively. Alice Di (Y13) also achieved a distinction and Anna-Maria K a merit. This is an incredible achievement with the students completing a 2.5 hour long, challenging assessment and only the highest 25%
Basketball Success!
Y11 boys recently represented the school basketball team at a competition at St Cuthbert’s. They were excellent in conduct, attitude, and game play with everyone contributing in some way to a successful team performance. The team played three consecutive fixtures due to the late arrival of another team but still managed to win all their games and qualified for the
Y9 History
In year 9 history lessons this month students have been reflecting on remembrance and what it means to them today. Many students have researched members of their family and the local community to remember as part of our remembrance display. At QEHS, we have been reflecting on the courage and selflessness shown by all of those in the armed forces
Movember Appeal
Four members of QEHS staff are raising money for the ‘Movember appeal’ to support research and action into men’s mental and general health issues. They are growing moustaches and other facial hair for the month. Mr Manns, Mr Elrington, Mr Cornish and Mr Pym would be delighted if you donated £1 to their good cause. You can do this via