Well done and hard luck to our U13 boys cricket team who travelled to Tynemouth on 21st May to play against Kings Priory School in their quarter final of the county cup. After being asked to bat first, HMS started building steadily with Rory A (28) Harry B (7) and Charlie (7) keeping the scoreboard ticking. Then came the middle
Well done to our Year 6 athletes who competed in the quad kids athletics event in the sunshine on Friday 22nd May. All athletes were excellent, demonstrating their all-round abilities in sprinting, middle distance running, throwing and jumping. This was a team event, where each athlete was competing for points for their team. Results are currently being collated and will
Before half term, lots of pupils enjoyed a fantastic art experience at the Baltic in Newcastle. Pupils participated in an artist workshop led by artist, Lottie, who is a master of cardboard sculptures. Pupils then explored the issue of climate change, creating 3D sculpture work inspired by contemporary artwork that was displayed in the art gallery. Pupils studied artwork by
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On Thursday before half term, two teams of Year 5 pupils were invited to Kingston Park Stadium to participate in a tag rugby event. All pupils played excellently and showed respect to their teammates and referees. Mr Nichol and Ms Watkinson were incredibly impressed by the quality of rugby shown by the pupils. Special thanks to Year 8 coaches, Ella
PTFA Summer UV Discos What a way to end the half term last night with our UV Discos! It was such a fun night and great to see so many of our pupils having a fantastic time and glowing – joy all round! Special thanks to our PTFA and the many supporters who helped to make the event another great success. Thank you to Mrs
This month’s Head of School Award theme was ‘creativity’ – one of our core Skills Builder themes. I was delighted to see the children being recognised for their wonderful approach to school life. It was great to celebrate the positive contribution each pupil makes to our school community – I am very proud of them all. Pupils in school today
We are delighted to celebrate the fantastic achievements of our Year 7 and Year 8 students who took part in the recent Maths Challenge. This competition is designed to stretch problem-solving skills in unfamiliar contexts, making it a real test of resilience and creativity, and we are incredibly proud of all students who took part and gave their best effort.
The winners over several different categories were presented with an engraved trophy and certificate. All 26 finalists also received a small trophy and certificate. External judges were used, so there was no bias! Stage Presence Award – Georgia – Vocal and Sign Language Solo – Somewhere Only We Know Impressive Imagination Award – Emily – Singer/Songwriter – Drunk on You
