Democracy was in action at HMS on Friday as we held our annual House Hustings. I am delighted to announce the results of the election and this year’s House Captain team. The pupils will work as a partnership as House Captains and will represent their house at school events throughout the year. Congratulations to everyone who applied – it takes
This week, Year 5 joined the live launch of the BBC 500 Words short story competition. Year 5 listened to this year’s judges including Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Francesca Simon and Charlie Higson who shared tips and answered questions on the writing process. Our very own Miss Richardson is part of the competition judging team this year. The deadline for entries is
Pupils are invited to take part in ‘Hello Yellow Day’ on Friday 13th October. It will be a ‘wear your own clothes day’ for all pupils with a focus on wearing something yellow. If pupils don’t have anything yellow, non-uniform is absolutely fine. If your child would rather wear their school uniform, that is fine too. We’ll be focused on both mental
It’s nearly time for the first PTA event of the year with the return of the PTA DISCO! Information has been sent home including a sign-up form. You can also sign up here. Please send ticket payments into school in a named, sealed envelope. We are looking forward to a great night!
Wow – Mr Armstrong was blown away by the engagement in this year’s ‘Bake Off’. With over 65 phenomenal entries, judging was a very tricky task for all involved. The children all worked so hard on their cakes and paid close attention to include flags, words/phrases and to represent their chosen country. All of the staff and the rest of
Year 5 enjoyed an inspiring visit from Newcastle University yesterday. The workshop presents the ‘Story of Earth’ from its very first day through to now, with a variety of exciting experiments along the way. Mr Nichol enjoyed being asked to join the show along with some pupil volunteers.
We are delighted to announce that this year’s Head and Deputy Head Pupils have been appointed. The four successful candidates will be outstanding pupil leaders and we are so proud of them! Huge congratulations to Imogen and Sam (Head Pupils) and Alastair and Phoebe (Deputy Head Pupils). All of the pupils who applied put a huge amount of effort into
We are delighted to announce the addition of Arlo to our student support team. Arlo is a working cocker spaniel puppy who will be joining the team to support and work with students in school around anxiety, self-regulation and attendance. The trust policy is attached for your information and we would welcome any thoughts or feedback from parents/carers.Of course, we
Our amazing PTA would like to invite you to join us for the AGM on Thursday 12th October 7pm at The County Hotel, Hexham. This is a chance to meet our very friendly group and to find out more about what we do and how you can support the events we have planned over the year ahead. We really would love
To celebrate the European Day of Languages, Mr Armstrong has planned several events. Bake Off Challenge – see details of how to enter on the poster. We can’t wait to see and taste the entries this year! European themed breaktime snacks – themed items available in the dining hall priced at 50p each. T-shirt design competition – see detail on