This year, students in Years 9, 10 and 12 have earned one of the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Bronze or Silver Awards following completion of tasks in four main sections of the programme: Volunteering, Physical, Skills, and Expedition.

In June, at the end of the GCSE exam season, we celebrated the hard work of our students with the annual Year 11 Leavers’ event.

Eight students in Years 7-9, who are all members of our lunchtime Carnegie Book Club, have travelled by train to London with our Librarian, Mr Wheatley to attend the Carnegie Book Awards ceremony at the Cambridge Theatre. Throughout the academic year, students read and discuss the nominated books, before submitting a vote for their favourite.

We understand that the transition from primary to secondary school can be worrying for some youngsters, and for that reason we have an extensive programme of activities that are specifically designed to ensure pupils are confident and looking forward to joining us at King James from day one.

Students in Years 7-9 have attended a series of educational workshops delivered by the Foundation of Light, the official charity of Sunderland AFC.

Year 8 student, Ashton T is enjoying great success in competitive swimming, despite only entering the sport two years ago.

As a result of the cost-of-living crisis, we have teamed up with the Local Authority Financial Inclusion Support Officer (FISO) Programme to offer support and advice to our local community.

Around 70% of teenagers say they’ve seen real-life violence on social media in the past year. This guide is designed to help parents become more aware.

Year 10 students have enjoyed a week-long period of work experience with local businesses and organisations from a wide variety of sectors.

This month, 45 students in Years 8 and 9 have travelled to Holland for a five-day action-packed trip. Organised by our PE Department, this bi-annual experience is an extremely popular international opportunity, especially for our young football fans.