Feb 21
Last week we saw a variety of creative fundraising ideas unleashed with the help of our Sixth Form Council as part of ‘Raising and Giving Week’ in support of three local charities. From the classic sweets in the jar game, bake sales, competitions, car washing, waxing, henna, keepy-up challenges and the ever-popular opportunity to pelt teachers …
Feb 21
On Friday we were delighted to welcome local representatives from Unison for a live workshop with our Year 13 students. Students learned about the role of unions, the important work they do in fighting for worker’s rights and also how there is a growing need for young people to join workers unions and take up an active …
Feb 21
Last Monday we launched the EPQ qualification with our Year 12 students. We have had a whopping 65 sign-ups, with everybody excited to explore their personal areas of interest and gain UCAS points while doing so. We’ve already got some great ideas, including knitted scenes from Lord of the Rings, and designing an architectural floor …
Feb 21
95% of our university applicants now hold at least one offer. Many of our students have been delighted to receive yet more offers this week. They include Sam Reddel who has received an offer to study Zoology at Glasgow University, Cameron Pugh who has received an offer to study Physics at York University, and Aarnan …
Feb 14
Data gathered from the 2021 GCSE results showed that 17.3% of students in Tyne and Wear achieved the highest grade in core subjects, compared to the average for England of 11.8%. This is excellent news for our region and demonstrates how our school ethos of Aspire, Achieve and Enjoy is helping young people from all …
Feb 14
Year 12 students took part in a session with Globalbridge during Personal Development, where they learnt how to create multimedia digital records of achievements that bring talents and skills to life. The Globalbridge platform allows students to evidence all of their talents and skills in action whatever they are – sport, music, drama, art, coding etc. It …
