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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Our Year 6 pupils enjoyed a three day trip to Ford Castle this week. See below a selection of photos along with a daily update from Teacher and Trip Lead, Miss Davies. Day 1: Year 6 Ford Castle Residential Trip. The group have had a fantastic fun-filled first day, with the morning spent at Castlemania …
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Year 8 pupil, Shaun, along with peers from Alnmouth Sea Scout Troop (ASST) were chosen to represent UK Scouting at the National VE Day Celebrations at Horse Guards Parade on Thursday 8th May. Lead Volunteer at ASST, Graeme Popay explains: “The atmosphere in London was electric! The eight Sea Scouts and two leaders from 1st …
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A massive thank you to Warkworth Harbour Commissioners for donating this lovely Chatty Bench to our school. Pictured below are friends: Evangeline, Katie, Skye, Paul, Joe, Tiana, Amy, Lexi and Charlotte; enjoying the spring sunshine and a chat from the bench on our school yard. Warkworth Harbour staff and commissioners successfully secured a grant from …
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We were delighted to host our annual Careers Fair to showcase to our pupils the vast array of inspirational businesses and further education providers there is available in our area. All businesses were provided with a stall space where pupils from all year groups, year 7 – 13 (aged 11-18 years) had the opportunity to …
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To mark Comic Relief our year 6, 7 and 8 pupils enjoyed a Comic Relief themed assembly organised by Director of Science, Mrs Bailey with the help of our lovely staff. Mrs Bailey discussed with the children what comic relief is, how they fund programmes that help people and communities overcome the many challenges they …