The Mayor of Bishop Auckland, Councillor John Lethbridge, has recently visited King James to plant a tree as part of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

Students in Years 8, 9 and 10 recently enjoyed a "Sportsability' taster session courtesy of Durham County Leisure's Sportsability team, who provide fun activities for adults and young people with a disability.

It has been non-stop excitement for Paralympic hopeful, Lyndon lately. Not only is he a record breaker but he has also been confirmed as an Olympic Torch Bearer.

The last day of term was a perfect day for washing cars. It was warm and sunny for the hard working members of our Academy Council who slaved away all morning washing and polishing cars to raise money in aid of "Save the Children'.