Year 12 student, Leon D, pictured here, will soon be competing in two major Trampolining Championships following success in recent qualifiers.

Our Sixth Form students benefit from a dedicated team of tutors, mentors and advisers who are all here to ensure students reach their full potential.

It's been a busy term for Media students at both Level 2 and Level 3. Students have worked hard to create a variety of professional quality products for realistic client briefs which provide plenty of scope for creative freedom.

The 2019 Girls Active Group are eagerly anticipating their forthcoming trip to London where they will be able to join the crowds of tennis fans and experience the excitement of Wimbledon.

As Mr Shearer steps down as Head of Sixth Form, he will be passing the baton to Mrs Nicholson, one of his former students. She will be supported by Mrs Lobb as Assistant Head of Sixth Form.

At King James we believe in providing a variety of opportunities to build independence, develop life skills and learn about other cultures. International travel is an exciting prospect for young people so we strive to organise as many overseas trips as possible. These are our current options.

In September, our Sixth Formers will be able to enjoy brand new facilities in a bespoke detached building including a new Common Room and Study Zone.

Popular children's author, Sophie Anderson has visited King James to deliver a presentation and workshop about creative writing to our Year 7 students.

Last term we hosted an interschool Maths competition for Year 10 students. The competition featured a host of fun maths questions designed to improve problem solving skills and promote a love for the subject.

Cllr Joy Allen, the Mayor of Bishop Auckland has visited King James to present three of our students with some very special awards. The presentation was a special occasion for all involved as it was also the first official engagement as Mayor for Cllr Allen.