JCSC News

We are incredibly proud to share some exciting news from our school community. Our talented pupils have achieved remarkable success in the Young Writers UK competition, with their creative work being published in the anthology “Stranger Sagas – Look Closer.” A total of 16 pupils from our school were selected to have their short stories …

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This weekend marked an exciting milestone for our Bronze Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) participants, as pupils embarked on, and successfully completed, their very first practice expedition. Their destination: the rugged beauty surrounding Howick Scar, the starting point for a memorable 10km journey that tested resilience, teamwork, and independence. Setting off with full expedition kits, the …

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We were delighted to host our annual Careers Fair, celebrating the incredible range of businesses, employers, and post‑16/18 progression routes available within our local area. The event was a fantastic success, and we would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who made it possible. Thank You to Our Exhibitors To all the …

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A selection of pupils from Year 7 – Year 10, supported by our Learning Support Partner, Mr Overhead, have been working hard at the Amble Youth Project (AYP) allotment and what a fantastic experience it has been. This wonderful project “connects young people and the wider community with nature through hands‑on environmental action” (source: AYP …

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This week, we were delighted to welcome BBC North East and Cumbria to JCSC for a special feature exploring young people’s views on politics and the proposal to allow 16- and 17-year-olds the right to vote in the next general election. The visit was led by Molly Smith, Journalism Researcher, BBC team member, and proud …

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Last night, Tuesday 24th February 2026, four of our Year 7 pupils, Matilda Griffin, Jack Forsyth, Phoebe Fraser and Samantha Brown, were invited to the Alnwick and District Sports Awards, held at the Alnwick Playhouse. It was a fantastic evening recognising sporting excellence from across our region. These pupils were nominated for their remarkable achievements …

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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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