October 2018
On Halloween, Sixth Form students enjoyed a trip to the historic city of York as part of their Photography and Media Studies courses.
October 2018
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.
October 2018
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.
October 2018
Sixth Form Media Studies students have recently taken part in the BBC Academy's Digital Cities event, which was held at Teesside University. The event also coincided with one of the campus Open Days which take place throughout the year.
October 2018
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.
September 2018
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.
September 2018
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.
September 2018
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.
September 2018
King James has raised a grand total of £394.33 for Macmillan Cancer Support at our annual World's Biggest Coffee Morning fundraising event.
September 2018
A very warm welcome to one and all!
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