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The Pavilion is Officially Open
Our Chair of Governors, Mrs Elizabeth Varley, has officially opened our fantastic new Nurture Centre building, which we have named The Pavilion. Our Headteacher, Mr Grieveson, Academy Governors, and some of our Nurture Group students joined her at the opening ceremony. Students are now enjoying the new facilities and the many learning opportunities it offers.
Community Champion Award Recognises Contribution to King James
Students, Lawrence D, Antonia C and Samantha S have all received one of our ‘Community Champion’ awards for their excellent contribution to our Year 6 Open Evening event in September. The three students were nominated by staff.
Fine Dining Experience for Catering Students
This month, a group of Sixth Form students who are studying Level 3 Professional Cookery at King James, have participated in a trip to ‘The Cellar Door’, a fine dining restaurant in the heart of Durham.
Art and Photography in Barcelona
Year 11- 13 Art and Photography students have recently returned from a five day cultural visit to Barcelona. Students were amazed with the beautiful architecture, vibrant culture and the sightseeing opportunities.
Watching Barcelona FC in their Home Town
During the Photography visit to Barcelona three students were lucky enough to attend the Champions League football match between Barcelona and PSV Eindhoven at Camp Nou. This was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to watch a game at Barcelona’s home stadium, which is the third biggest football stadium in the world.
Media Students get Tips from LA Film Producer
Jamie Margolin, a freelance film producer and cinematographer from Los Angeles has recently visited King James. He participated in a Q&A session with Sixth Form Media students as part of their Level 3 BTEC Creative Media course.
Academy raises £394.33 for Macmillan Cancer Support
King James has raised a grand total of £394.33 for Macmillan Cancer Support at our annual World’s Biggest Coffee Morning fundraising event.