U14 Girls Shine at Dame Allan’s 7s Tournament

The U14 Girls travelled to Cochrane Park in Newcastle to compete in the prestigious Dame Allan’s 7s Tournament, an event that attracts strong sides from private and boarding schools across the North East, Scotland, and Yorkshire. Hexham (being a combined QE and HMS team) opened their campaign with a tight contest against Prince Henry’s. In a fast‑paced match, the girls

Easter Competition – Decorated Eggs

It’s time to get creative for our Easter competition. Your task is to decorate an egg or to create a scene/display of eggs. You can choose any theme – the more imaginative, the better! You can work on your own or as a team.  Themes could include your favourite TV show, film, book characters, sports team and so much more

Year 6 Rising Stars

Mr Scott launched our ‘Rising Stars’ assembly series this week. As part our special themed assemblies for Year 6 pupils, teachers nominate their ‘Rising Stars’ and share why each pupil has been recognised. The awards celebrate pupils who have shown a great attitude to learning, aim high, contribute positively to lessons and take real pride in their learning and achievement.  Here

The HMS Way Awards

Congratulations to this week’s ‘HMS Way Award’ winners. The awards recognise pupils who shine each week and who bring our HMS values – Respect Engage Aspire – to life. Well done everyone – we are very proud of you all! Respect. Engage. Aspire.

Lego League

Well done to all our amazing Year 5’s who competed in the regional indoor athletics competition on Thursday. All pupils competed in either a run, jump or throw (or a mixture of the 3!) against Corbridge MS. It was a fantastic morning of competition and great to see such a large group getting the opportunity to represent the school in

Indoor Athletics

Well done to all our amazing Year 5’s who competed in the regional indoor athletics competition on Thursday. All pupils competed in either a run, jump or throw (or a mixture of the 3!) against Corbridge MS. It was a fantastic morning of competition and great to see such a large group getting the opportunity to represent the school in

Year 6 Author Visit: Sam Sedgman

One author, one hall, one very fortunate Year 6! We were very lucky indeed to host an amazing author visit from Sam Sedgman this week. Sam presented ‘Galileo Heist’, the third in his ‘Clockwork Conspiracy’ action series featuring inspiring inventor Isaac Turner. Sam is inspired by all things scientific and mathematical. His writing combines this with mystery, adventure and discovery

Spring Games 2026

Our annual Spring Games Week is fast-approaching and we can’t wait for an exciting week of sport. Pupils will be engaging in a wide range of sports to win points for their House. More information will follow in form time and assemblies. Mr Cameron and the team will also be issuing special recognition for those displaying our school values: Respect.

Red Nose Day 2026

We are delighted to be supporting Red Nose Day this year. To raise funds, pupils can enjoy:  Pupils can wear their PE kit and red accessories on the day. Donations are welcome via MCAS – it’s a cashless day so please try to donate online if you can.  Respect. Engage. Aspire.