Durham School invited prospective medics and vets for a Multiple Mock Interview (MMI) workshop where they experienced a variety of activities that tested empathy, situational judgement and motor skills. This included describing directions to a blind man and trying to thread string through a polo with tweezers.
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Dec 10
Psychology Leeds Trip
Year 13 Psychology and Sociology students attended a ‘strong foundations workshop’ delivered by AQA examiners in Leeds. The interactive workshop encouraged students to reflect on topics from Year 12 and gave valuable exam tips for A-level finals. Students then went head to head with other sixth forms across the country to win prizes!
Nov 09
Sixth Form Open Evening 2018
We’re the place to take you places in life, with so many amazing courses to choose from, and a fantastic reputation in getting the best from our students, we could be the starting point on your route to an exciting and satisfying career. With more of our pupils than ever going to top Russell …
Aug 16
Yet More Success Stories for the Sixth Form at Southmoor Academy
Early analysis of our A Level results is showing some very pleasing outcomes with high levels of students achieving grades A*-C with notable successes in Biology, Geography, History, Maths, Music, Law& Psychology. This means that we are now placing our students in some of the most prestigious institutions in the country. Congratulations to all …
May 01
Pitch Preparation
Intrepid students who are part of our Duke of Edinburgh Award Challenge set out at the weekend on the final part of their journey. The group will be heading to out to weather the outdoors and test the skills they have learned along the way. As part of this, students took the time to practice their …
Mar 27
Easter Revision Timetable
Please find below the details of revision sessions for Year 13 over Easter 2018. You must meet your teacher at main reception to be signed in and escorted to the venue. Tuesday 3rd April Year 12 Physics 9am-12pm (PD) Year 13 physics 12.30pm-3pm (PD) AS Sociology 8.30am-10.30am (LB) AS Law 10.30am-12.30pm (LB) A2 Law …