Praised by The Times as ‘a worthy successor to CS Lewis’ and a previous World Book Day author, we are thrilled to be welcoming Abi Elphinstone to HMS on Thursday 2nd May. Abi will be presenting her latest adventure book ‘Ember Spark And The Thunder of Dragons’ to Y5 and Y6. She will be revealing where she finds her ideas – from shower gel
Each week, our form tutors award pupils in their classes with our ‘REA Awards’. The awards recognise pupils who shine each week and who bring our HMS values – Respect Engage Aspire – to life. Well done to this week’s KS2 winners – we are very proud of you! #Respect #Engage #Aspire
Our rugby teams have been in action this week and Mr Scott was beaming with pride. Their positive attitude, teamwork and sportsmanship shone once again! Well done to everyone involved – we are very proud of you! #Respect #Engage #Aspire
Well done to Artie who has read the most words on Reading Plus this week. He was awarded a book token in assembly and got to visit the HMS Library to choose a book from the prize hamper to take home, enjoy and keep. Well done to everyone who is using Reading Plus so brilliantly! #WeLoveReading
We were delighted to welcome each year group to their Easter Celebration Assemblies before the holiday. It is always a joy to celebrate the achievements, positivity and engagement of our pupils – they really do deserve it! The assemblies included subject awards, P-point milestones, attendance certificates and recognition of those who engage brilliantly in extra-curricular opportunities. There is always so
Special desserts in celebration of St George’s Day will be available in the canteen next Tuesday!
HMS Library Champions’ ‘Must Reads’ Bella W in Y8 has written the ninth in our series of book reviews by our fantastic ‘Library Champions’. A copy of the book is available in HMS Library for borrowing. Many thanks to Bella for her recommendation! Happy reading everyone! #Respect #Engage #Aspire
Summer drop-in sessions for Autism Support.
Hexham Wombles – Save the Date! The Hexham Wombles will be holding a litter pick around our school community on Saturday 18th May. It would be great to see lots of our pupils supporting them! #Respect #Engage #Aspire
Owen in Year 6 has cut off his long hair and donated it to the Little Princess Trust, which makes real hair wigs for children who have lost their hair as a result of cancer treatment. Owen had not cut his hair for around four years, and very much liked it long. He was offered a part in a play