Mar 12
As part of their ‘Practical Sports’ unit, Year 13 students completing the Cambridge Technical Sports and Physical Activity Course are getting a range of sporting activities as part of their studies. With rock climbing recently under their belts, students have now been taking part in some fencing lessons to further broaden their knowledge!
Feb 27
We took our Cambridge Technical Sports & Physical Activity Year 13 students on a visit to Sunderland Wall as part of their ‘Practical Sports’ unit. Our students were given the chance to tackle the formidable climbing challenges presented by the artificial walls as well as taking the opportunity to belay for each other and practice …
Feb 12
Sixth Form students have been presenting their Extended Personal Projects to a panel of staff. The qualification allows students to pursue a topic they are truly passionate about that is then presented to a panel for professional feedback. A fantastic variety of projects caught student’s interests including the History of Formalwear, research into String Theory, …
Feb 12
Three groups of AS /A level and GCSE Art and Photography students attended the Baltic and Side Gallery. The visits were arranged to coincide with the GCSE and A level examination paper and help support student’s development of their own ideas. The student’s responses, attitude and reflections on the work was outstanding with some genuine …
Feb 05
The work of three students from both AS and A Level Fine Art was entered into the annual ‘Youth Arts Exhibition’ held at Washington Arts Centre. We are delighted that all three entrants beat tough competition and won three of the six prizes on offer from 150 entries! The Mayor presented students with their awards …
Jan 29
Congratulations to former Sixth Form student and ex-head boy Michael Beattie who, after a challenging interview process, has received an unconditional offer to study Philosophy, Politics and Economics at the world renowned Balliol College at Oxford University. Interestingly this esteemed course has produced 11 Prime Ministers over the years. Good luck Michael!
