Year 11 Design Technology pupils had a ‘preparing for adulthood’ challenge today. They had 2 sofas to construct from flat pack, the first one was full of learning curves, but they worked as a team and completed it within one and a half lessons. They were then feeling confident and completed the second sofa in…
P4 were asked if they could be part of some doctoral research on sensory processing, working with Liz Jones from Durham University. Some parents and carers were more than happy to help and teachers were fascinated by the research. We can’t wait to read the final research documents when they are published. .
Wednesday 20th November was ‘World Children’s Day’ and marked the 30th birthday of the UN Convention for the Rights of the Child. In p5 we celebrated having children’s rights and being able to enjoy our rights by having cake!
P5 have been working with P14 this morning using microscopes in science learning about the different parts and how to use them.
Today, P15 engaged in an interactive workshop with a recovery worker and trainer from County Durham and Darlington Drug and Alcohol Service. They learned about the physical, social and psychological effects of drug and alcohol abuse, the difference between legal and illegal drugs, Class A, B and C drugs as well as investigating what drugs…
Today Year 11 went to Beamish Museum to find out about the career opportunities, work experience and job training the organisation could offer young people. Pupils discussed and experienced working in various roles within the museum such as; communications, costume and design, artifacts and buildings, community and animal care. Pupils were given a full experience…
Primary and Secondary students took part in an Anti-bullying assembly today discussing how pupils, staff and parents/carers can work together to stamp out bullying for good. Pupils and staff also received awards for their odd sock day challenge on Tuesday. #antibullyingweek2019 #changestartswithus
Staff and students met this week with Police Community Support Officers Callum and Megan to say goodbye and thank you for all the support they have given to students over the last year. Good luck in your new job roles!
WOW, what an amazing morning!! The whole school took part in the Joe Wicks’ live stream of the ‘Big Morning Move’ to raise money for Children in Need. All students in Primary and Secondary thoroughly enjoyed the exercises and all had big smiles as well as being red and sweaty!! What a good start to…
P4 enjoyed a trip to the cinema as a reward for all of the hard work and effort at school last half term. It was a rainy day, but that didn’t spoil their fun. They were also proud to show off their odd socks in support of Anti-Bullying Week. Article 31: We all have…