This month’s Head of School Award theme was ‘leadership’ – one of our core Skills Builder themes. 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 – I am very proud of them all.Pupils in school today joined
Last week, all Year 5 pupils took part in a very exciting Crepe Workshop. All workshops included a short cultural presentation where pupils learnt more about France. Pupils were also able to put their learning into practice when they ordered their own crêpe in French. It was a lively and engaging way to bring language learning to life and Guy
HMS Fundraising Day – Friday 10th July On Friday, it’s our next HMS Fundraising Day and we’ll be supporting the HMS Council’s chosen charities: Cancer Research UK and Northumberland Wildlife Trust. To raise funds and support these two great charities, we will have: A fundraising fair in Fellside Hall at lunchtime – games, activities, challenges – this is cashless. Non-uniform
Year 8 have been taking part in the Tunnocks Tea Cake Challenge in food technology lessons. They have been practising their food styling skills using a variety of ingredients and techniques. We’ve had some fantastic outcomes! Respect. Engage. Aspire.
As part of our involvement in the Stellar Futures project, funded by The Reece Foundation, we had the opportunity to end this year’s programme with a visit to Kielder Observatory. This was a great way to inspire pupils further about the role of an astronomer and the great work that takes place there. We are so fortunate to live near
A group of year 8 pupils headed off to Newcastle College this week to show their presentation of a sustainable school project. Throughout the spring and summer term, they have been taking part in the Wonder Challenge, organised by Constructing Excellence North East (CENE). It was brilliant to see them enjoying their journey into Newcastle on the train and then
Our very excited Year 6 pupils set off for their Newby Wiske adventure on Wednesday morning. Led by Mr Scott, Miss Bell and the team, everyone was very much looking forward to the challenges and fun ahead. Since arriving, the group have enjoyed a wide range of activities including archery tag, climbing, quick jump, zip wire, sensory trail, trapeze, challenge
I am delighted to let you know that this year’s PTFA Summer Fair raised a HUGE total of £4,193. This is a phenomenal amount and we are so grateful to the amazing PTFA, the many volunteers and staff supporters on the day, the local businesses who kindly donated prizes for the raffle and to all of you for supporting the
Our P-Point Pop Ups returned this week and it’s clear to see how popular they have been! Well done to our pupils for earning so many positive points this term – we are very proud of you. As always, our queue jump passes proved to be very popular! Thank you very much to our Head Pupils and House Captains for
