Year 12 Chemistry and Applied Science students spent a day at Newcastle University this week, benefitting from the excellent science facilities on campus. Teacher of Science, Ms Pringle said: “In the morning we participated in University style lecture and tutorial sessions. They spent the afternoon in the labs preparing an ester and had the chance …
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This week year 10 pupils embarked on a five-day work experience placement at a range of local businesses and orgnaisations. Deputy Headteacher, Mrs Johnson said: “This is the first work experience week we have had in a number of years and we are delighted that it has been such a success. Thank you to Mrs …
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Pupils in Years 7 & 8 took part in a Maths Challenge organised by Head of Maths, Mrs Davison with exam papers supplied from UK Mathematics Trust. Mrs Davision explains: “The Maths Challenge is a 60 minute exam that encourages mathematical reasoning, precision of thought and fluency to make students really think about the answers. …
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Well done to Marcus, Charlotte and Jenson for being the first Sparx Reader Leaders. They have totalled over 5 hours of reading time between them, having Sparx reader only launching last week! As a reward for their efforts, students received a book dedicated to them from JCSC provided by Librarian, Mrs Johnson from our well-stocked …
Our Sixth Formers had reason to celebrate on the lead up to half term with a Y13 leavers lunch and House Team Winners celebration. To celebrate the culmination of two years Sixth Form study ahead of their exam study leave, Y13’s met for a final lunch with their peers and teachers in their study area. …
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