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We’re incredibly proud of our students, Liam and Evan, who have successfully completed their T Level industry placements with local broadband specialists Alncom. Over the course of their 315‑hour (approximately 45‑day) placement, they gained invaluable real‑world experience in the digital and telecommunications sector, contributing to several live projects and strengthening the skills they’ve developed in …

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Our Science department, along with our Year 10 and Year 12 pupils/students, were very fortunate to welcome Steve Byard, Principal Research Fellow at Arcinova (a Quotient Sciences company) in Alnwick, into school today. Steve spent the morning with us delivering a fascinating talk about the comprehensive range of specialist services involved in early-stage drug development. …

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During the final week of term, our pupils enjoyed Drop Down Day, where the usual timetable was replaced with exciting activities designed to spark creativity and connect learning to real-world experiences. Year 10 – “The Apprentice” Challenge Year 10 pupils stepped into the world of business with a The Apprentice-style challenge. Working in teams, they …

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A group of ten pupils from JCSC were invited to join a special celebration hosted by the Amble Development Trust, following the Trust’s recent accolade – the King’s Award for Voluntary Service. The pupils selected for this event all contribute to the Artograffi pages of The Ambler, Amble’s free community newsletter. Their creativity and commitment …

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We were delighted to welcome David Smith, Labour MP for North Northumberland, to James Calvert Spence College for an engaging and thought-provoking visit with our pupils and sixth form students. The purpose of the visit was to explore what life is like for young people growing up in Northumberland and to hear directly from them …

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On Friday 21st November, a group of our Year 10 pupils had the incredible opportunity to attend the STEM Skills and Innovation Event at Alnwick Playhouse, organized by EPIC – the Skills and Innovation Hub for North Northumberland. The day began with an inspiring keynote speech from Sue Black, who shared her remarkable journey from …

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Our Year 12 and 13 Chemistry students had the privilege of visiting Arcinova, a Quotient Sciences company, in Alnwick. This exciting opportunity allowed students to explore the real-world applications of analytical techniques they study as part of their A-Level Chemistry course. Hosted by Principal Research Fellow Steve Byard, an expert with longstanding ties to James …

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Twenty of our pupils recently enjoyed an unforgettable experience at St. James’s Park, home of Newcastle United Football Club. These children have been working closely with Mr Slack, our dedicated Community Coach from the Newcastle United Foundation, as part of a school intervention programme aimed at inspiring young people through football. Over the past academic …

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