Media Studies students in Years 11 and 13 have returned from a two-day Media experience to Leeds. The trip included a range of activities designed to increase their understanding of the media industry, and various opportunities to simply try something new.

To mark the end of their time at King James, and the beginning of the next chapter in their lives, Year 13 students, teachers and support staff gathered together to enjoy an afternoon barbeque and buffet in the sunshine.

As part of our "Aim Higher' programme, a group of our Year 12 students had the opportunity to enjoy a two-day residential trip to Leeds Beckett University.

Many potential Year 12 students came to our Sixth Form Induction Day event to experience half hour taster sessions in a range of subjects, and to look into Sixth Form life.

Students are looking forward to departing on the first international visits of the academic year to the beautiful cities of Barcelona and Amsterdam.

A group of Sixth Form Photography students have been developing their creative portfolio on a multi-location trip around the North East.

Year 13 Performing Arts students have finished their course with a bang! In a spectacular performance, they fused together acting with physical theatre to create a new interpretation of the musical Chicago.

Three of our BTEC Business students in Year 13 have recently completed a 40 hour work experience placement at Arlington Automotive in Newton Aycliffe.

Three of our Sixth Form Music students have received letters of praise from the prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company for their support in the recent Primary Shakespeare Festival.

Year 13 Media students at King James I Academy have produced and published their own career-themed magazine as part of their A Level course.