On Thursday afternoon, our year 8 rugby team hosted Dame Allan’s in their first game of the season. It was expected to be a tough occasion as often is with DA teams, but HMS stood up to the challenge. They played with courage, energy and intelligence as well. The scoreline ended up 11 tries to 5 in favour of the
Thursday 15th October 10-11:30 To book your place visit www.ttht.co.uk and complete an online form, or email admin@ttht.co.uk or call 0300 365 3055
To support Young Minds and raise awareness of World Mental Health Day, HMS will have a ‘Hello Yellow Day’ on Friday 9th October. Pupils are encouraged to wear yellow or bright colours (non-uniform day for those who want to take part). Donations can be made via MCAS to support the work of Young Minds. Form time and assemblies will focus on
On Friday we celebrated European Day of Languages. Mr Armstrong planned a range of activities to promote a love of language learning across the school. Class language – each form class was assigned a language and greetings for their registers this week. Break time snacks – pupils were able to buy waffles and pastries. Form time quiz – Mr Armstrong
We are pleased to be welcoming the Northumberland Young Carers Team to Hexham Middle School for a relaxed parent and carer drop-in on Thursday 12th November from 8:20–9:10am. There are lots of services, support and opportunities available to young carers across Northumberland, and this is a chance to come along for a coffee, meet the team and find out more
Reminder to apply to School Admissions for your Sept 2027 start The following video has been created by NCChttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/_7Tov-INh4w Link to School Admissions website where you can find useful information e.g. how to apply for school places and appeals:https://www.northumberland.gov.uk/…/school-admissions… NCC Book your school place – (external YouTube link)
Northumberland Family Hubs What’s On – October Half Term 2026
We are very excited to announce that our first HMS Disco Night of the year – this time with added UV – will take place on Thursday 22nd October. The ticket information will be shared in this week’s ‘Weekly Update’ on Friday. The PTFA will now be using a new online platform for sales and you’ll be able to purchase
Headteacher Awards This month’s Headteacher Award theme was ‘courage’ – one of our core character values and the perfect way to recognise those who have made a very positive start to the school year. I was delighted to see the children being recognised for their wonderful approach to school life. It was great to celebrate the positive contribution each pupil makes to our school community
A group of Year 8 pupils visited Theatre Royal in Newcastle yesterday for a performance of Mrs Doubtfire The Musical. The pupils had a fabulous afternoon full of laughs and thoroughly enjoyed the show. Huge thanks to Mrs Bond, Miss Scott, Mrs Toor and Mrs Brotherton for leading the visit. There’s more theatre booked for all year groups throughout this