The James Calvert Spence College (JCSC), Poetry Club recently enjoyed a visit from the Amble Writing Group (AWG) for a collaboration to work on poems with the theme of ‘My favourite thing.’ Mrs Amy, Teacher of English, who organised the session explains: “The ladies from AWG shared their work first which gave our students the …
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Alexis and Josie had the brilliant idea to spread love in school today by asking pupils and staff to nominate fellow staff or pupils who have shown kindness. Those nominated received these lovely handmade paper flowers with lollipop as a thank you for their kindness. Alexis and Josie made these gifts, along with the assistance …
Meet the apprentice! #NAW2025 To mark #NationalApprenticeshipWeek we are celebrating our in-house apprentices (past and current) who play a vital role in school supporting our staff and pupils.
At James Calvert Spence College (JCSC) we have a thriving Student Council who represent all year groups of our student body. Our student council is made up of two students from every form class within each year group. These representatives have been elected by the students. Pictured here our 2025 student councillors with Headteacher, Mr …
Our JCSC Careers Fair is an opportunity for us to display the wealth of industries and businesses available in the local area to our students in school. If you are a local business/employer or alternative higher learning provision that is in interested in showcasing what you offer, your attendance would be valuable and greatly appreciated. …
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Year 11 students studying French visited Newcastle University for a Languages Discovery and Aspiration Day this week. The day involved two language taster sessions in Japanese and French linguistics. Students also had the opportunity to have a campus tour and learn about university life. They spoke to current students about university and studies and were …
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Two budding entrepreneurs from James Calvert Spence College, are taking on the Tycoon Enterprise Competition with their design and print business, ‘Poster People.’ Shaun (year 8) and Calvin (year 7) have entered the Tycoon Enterprise Competition; a national competition established by the Peter Jones Foundation that encourages students aged 6 – 18 to develop their …
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Kielder Observatory brought the inspiration of the nights sky to our school community last night for an evening of stargazing. Pupils and their families/parents/carers were invited to attend this free event of content delivered by science communicators from the observatory which included: inflatable planetarium with immersive shows and outdoor telescopes for night sky observing. Visitors …
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Staff and students had a brilliant time fundraising for BBC Children in Need, raising an impressive £885.19 for the well worthy charity. As you can see our staff planned lots of fun for our pupils which included an “I’m a Celebrity” themed staff challenge. Kim our in-house feeder and culinary extraordinaire cooked up some revolting …
Staff and pupils (from Y6,7 and 8) enjoyed a brilliant Halloween Disco this week. Headteacher Mr Andriot commented to staff: “If I were to invite a visitor to JCSC to see us at our best, I would invite them to the school disco. It was a joy – thanks to colleagues who were involved.” See …