Year 7 historians have been researching the system of government in the Roman Republic. Mr Priddle tasked his class with creating an engaging presentation to show their learning. The standard of understanding and presentation was fantastic! You can see from the students’ attire; they presented their research on our ‘Get Cosy and Read Day’.
In the build up to the festive season, there’s lots of festive fun planned for the remaining weeks of term:
Each of our Houses – Eden, Gelt, Talkin and Vindolanda – had inspiring assemblies this week. In each one, a representative from the House’s charity came along to talk about the positive impact donations have made to the wider community. Our appreciation goes to Brampton Foodbank, Eden Valley Hospice, Oaktree Animal Centre and Mission Christmas…
It’s that time of year when our A Level Chemistry students have some festive fun creating a colourful ‘Chemistree’ from solution filled glassware. They produced an array of coloured solutions using acids, alkalis and indicators, then carefully positioned the flasks on the stand using clamps and bosses.
Our Get Cosy and Read Day on Friday set the vibe for the weekend. What better way to spend a stormy day, than huddled down with a good book in a cosy corner? The day, intended to nurture a love of reading, was filled with imaginative book related activities during lessons, including making graphic novels…
Year 8 have been writing ballads based on historical events in their English lessons. Using the conventions of the ballad form – including a regular rhyme scheme and meter and a repeated chorus or refrain – students have recounted various fascinating historical tales ranging from the abolition of slavery, Napolean’s defeat at Waterloo and the…