Learning Our Year 12 English Language students have been working hard this week exploring representations of gender in romance texts. Working in groups, they've produced in-depth analyses showing off all the A Level terminology they have learned this term.

Learning On Friday 14th November, our Y13 Media Studies students spent the day at Sunderland University hosted by BBC Verify, whose mission is to help young people learn how AI is impacting journalism and media. They got the opportunity to hear from a range of professionals from the BBC, as well as director of the Netflix Documentary 'Sunderland Til I Die'. The highlight of the day was the chance to get into the University's podcast studios, where students hosted and produced

RISE Up and Shine Well done to our U13 girls football team who travelled to Blyth Academy and played 2 fixtures in the ENBSFA 9 a-side league. They continue to be unbeaten in the league, winning 2-0 against Blyth and then 2-0 against NCEA Dukes. There was some excellent football played, and all girls played a vital role in the team. The team are currently sitting at the top of the league and we look forward to updating you on how the league progresses throughout the season.

Learning Our Year 12's are reading Henry James’s 'The Turn of the Screw' in preparation for their next book club meeting. Horror was the suggested genre and this novel is certainly a masterclass in psychological horror, where every glance and silence teeters between the supernatural and the sinister depths of the human mind. With each turn of the screw, the tension tightens—until reality itself begins to unravel. In the shadowed corridors of a remote English estate, a young g

Quest Our Year 12 book group met again this week to share our thoughts on 'The Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger. We had so much to say that we ran out of time! It was unanimously decided that we are 2 for 2 with our reads this year. The narrator Holden Caulfield's stream of consciousness over a weekend as he deals with isolation, grief and much much more is a fascinating insight into the teenager's mind. If you're wondering which book you should read next, this is one tha

Learning Our year 11 Geographers were learning about the Global Atmospheric Circulation model and to help develop their understanding better they created a POP UP version of it. The calibre and quality of work was exceptional and their resilience in cutting and sticking a fiddly model was commendable! Featured is Annabelle Nicholsons from 11C/Ge1, a great effort well done.

Learning Thank you to all of our students who have 'risen up to their learning' by attending homework club this half term. Their efforts have not gone unnoticed. We wish students a restful half term holiday and look forward to seeing them back in November.

RISE Up and Shine This term, Year 9 students have been studying 'Writers Writing/Righting Wrongs' and exploring a range of social injustices in their English lessons. Studying texts from campaigners and activists from as far back as the 1800s, they have explored a range of issues with sensitivity and demonstrated the RISE values of Respect and Integrity throughout.

Quest This half term holiday, the Sixth Form Book Club will be reading ‘The Catcher in the Rye’ by J.D. Salinger — a timeless coming-of-age novel that continues to resonate with young adults. Through the eyes of Holden Caulfield, we will explore themes such identity, alienation, and the challenges of growing up, all wrapped in Salinger’s distinctive voice. It’s hopefully a perfect choice for sparking thoughtful discussion and personal reflection, especially for young adults n

RISE Up and Shine Jill Sandeman our Educational Psychologist shares top tips on how to support young people coping with unhelpful thoughts that can arise when feeling anxious.

Learning For the last 2 weeks we have had our Geographers come back after school for "sheets and sweets". In these revision sessions we recap a core piece of knowledge, practice a geographical skill and then apply these to an exam question. The pupils have been brilliant in their enthusiasm after school, producing some well structured exam questions, however the Quality Streets didn't last long! Well done year 11 Geographers, keep it up!

Quest The Y7 geographers have demonstrated resilience and mutual respect while working together to plan and deliver their speeches about the decision of where to build new homes in Bedlington. Throughout the task, they showed a positive, collaborative spirit, carefully listening to one another’s perspectives and weighing the pros and cons of different locations. Despite the complexity of the issue, they remained focused and open-minded, showing determination in researching bo

RISE Up and Shine The U13 girls football team made an excellent start to the league campaign with a 4-1 win against Bede Academy. The full team played brilliantly and should be proud of how they conducted themselves, well done girls. Goal scorers were: Lucy H (2), Evie Y and Lola C. POM went to Lucy H!

RISE Up and Shine Last week we celebrated World Values Day with a week of celebrations aligning with our school’s mission and RISE values. Students showcased proud classwork and Mission 90 achievements - like prayer, extra-curricular activities, and displayed work. Participants received RISE stickers, a postcard from the Headteacher, and free stationery (click pens were a hit!). The English department held a values-themed poetry contest (5 KS3 winners), while Maths explored m

RISE Up and Shine 9I have been excellent this week achieving over 80 rise receipts from staff during lessons. These are awarded when pupils demonstrate the RISE values. Excellence was the most dominant value shown by our form which I am really proud of them for. Riley Harris was our overall winner with some stiff competition from the form. It was fantastic to celebrate as our form on International Values Day, finishing with our end of day prayer read out, off by heart, by our

RISE Up and Shine Well done tonight to u13 footballers who travelled to Blyth Academy to complete 2 league fixtures. First game ended in a 1-0 to a strong Ponteland side who scored with the last kick of the game. The second game was also a tight affair which ended in a 0-0 draw against Blyth Academy. Congratulations to Jack Riches and Harry Allison who were awarded player of the evening awards. Also, huge thanks to our sixth form leaders/ team managers Jake and Angus!

Learning The Year 12 book group had their first meeting this week and it was a resounding thumbs up for Kafka's novella. One member started us off by saying 'I loved it!' The book prompted lots of discussion and everyone said although wasn't one they would have chosen, they all enjoyed it. We'll update you when the next book is chosen ...

Quest Last week, on 10th October, we supported World Mental Health Day with our first ever pop up voting station. Our 6th form Shine Ambassadors and RISE Role-Models invited all year groups to consider 'which activity of school life, best supports you in making healthy choices for your mind and body'. Students voted for either Assembly/Celebration of the Word, Lessons, Form Time or Retreats. 80% of students voted for Retreats. Considering Y7 enjoyed their first retreat on Fri

RISE Up and Shine The year 8 boys rugby team recently attended a Rugby League Training Festival at Kingston Park Stadium with a number of other school from across the region. The boys mixed with other schools to practice the rugby league skills of tackling, playing the ball and and passing. All students showed respect in happily mixing with other players and listening to the coaches. The whole team showed a lot of resilience in the tackles they faced from experienced playe

Learning Year 11 have been making the most of the GCSE History revision sessions offered on a Tuesday lunchtime, and after school on a Wednesday in the run up to the October assessment week. Keep up the hard work!