King James I Academy News

All the latest news from King James I Academy

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Conquering the Tenner Challenge

March 2015

Enterprising Year 8 students have been busy running their own mini-enterprise as part of The Tenner Challenge, a national competiton for young people.

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Uptown Funk Reworked for Music Video

March 2015

As part of their BTEC studies, Sixth Form Music student have been collaborating with 11 Media students to produce a music video for a reworked version of the hugely popular Bruno Mars hit, Uptown Funk.

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COMING SOON! Red Nose Day

March 2015

In support of Red Nose Day 2015, a number of events will be taking place on Friday 13th March to help raise funds for the cause.

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COMING SOON! International Comic Book Day Events

March 2015

Following the Easter holiday, our Library will be launching a series of special events for comic book fans to celebrate International Free Comic Book Day, which takes place on Saturday 2nd May 2015.

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A Place to Remember Lucy

March 2015

A garden bench and plaque has been installed in our new central space in memory of Lucy Smith thanks to a number of fundraising activities organised by her devoted friends.

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COMING SOON! Outward Bound in The Lake District

March 2015

On Monday 27th April, 20 students in Years 7, 8, 9 and 10 will depart from King James to take part in the annual OAA trip to Ullswater in The Lake District.

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'B Individual' in Enterprise

March 2015

As part of the 'Young Enterprise Company Programme' our Year 10 Enterprise group have been working hard to ensure the success of their in-school business called, "B Individual'.

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COMING SOON! Stargazing at Kielder Observatory

March 2015

On 17th March, as part of National Science and Engineering Week, a group of students will be visiting Kielder Observatory for an evening of stargazing.

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Health and Social Care Explore Culture and Religion

February 2015

Sixth Form Health and Social Care and Children's Play, Learning and Development students have recently returned from a cultural experiences visit to Newcastle.

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Sports Captains Lead Primary Athletics Event

February 2015

Year 10 Sports Captains have recently worked with local primary school pupils at an Athletics event which was held in our new sports hall.