King James I Academy News

All the latest news from King James I Academy

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Girls Active on the Way to Wimbledon Court 2

June 2016

As millions of tennis fans look forward to watching Wimbledon 2016 on TV, our Girls Active sports group are preparing to join the crowds of ticket holders on Court 2.

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Countdown to Glastonbury Festival for Sixth Form Recycling Team

June 2016

This month, eight of our Sixth Formers, accompanied by Mr Longstaff and three Junior Leaders, will be travelling to Glastonbury to working as part of the 30,000-strong volunteer team at the iconic Glastonbury Festival 2016.

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Learning about Engineering through Industry

June 2016

A group of Year 10 boys have been learning about a career in Engineering thanks to industry-focused sessions with Hydram Engineering.

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COMING SOON! Year 13s to Cruise in Durham City

June 2016

Our Year 13 Leavers' Event will take place on Wednesday July 13th aboard the Prince Bishops River Cruiser in Durham City.

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Getting Involved in the 'Mad, Glad and Sad' Town Project

June 2016

Our Head Boys, Head Girls, and Prefect Team, have been working alongside Bishop Auckland Town Planning Team to help identify ways to improve our town.

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COMING SOON! Academy Sports Day

June 2016

Students and staff are looking forward to our annual Sports Day, which will take place on Tuesday 19th July at Bishop Auckland Cricket Club.

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Outward Bound Challenge in The Lake District

May 2016

This month, 24 students in Years 7-10 attended our fourth annual Outward Bound Trust residential trip to the Lake District to take on a number of outdoor pursuits.

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English is Literally a Matter of Taste!

May 2016

Year 8 students have recently enjoyed the ultimate multi-sensory literature experience, designed to enhance their enjoyment of 'Kensuke's Kingdom' by Michael Morpurgo.

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Hands-on Learning for Aspiring Mechanics

May 2016

Year 9 students, Nathan K and Jak C have spent the last term developing their mechanical knowledge and skills by building a mini-motorbike as part of a new initiative which nurtures the talents and ambitions of aspiring young mechanics.

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Putting Students in Control with Academy Elections

May 2016

Following our Annual Academy Election, our Head Boy, Head Girl and Prefect Team have now been appointed. The successful candidates will serve their peers for the next year.