King James I Academy News

All the latest news from King James I Academy

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MFL learning with pen pals

June 2023

Key stage 3 students in our Modern Foreign Languages Department (MFL) enjoy a variety of learning experiences which help them develop skills in speaking, reading and writing both French and Spanish.

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Road Safety Awareness with Benny and Jet

June 2023

Students in Years 7-9 have taken part in a Road Safety Awareness event with PCSOs from Durham Constabulary and sniffer dogs, Benny and Jet, pictured here.

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Football Awards for Finley

June 2023

Talented young footballer, Finley H in Year 7, has received a host of awards at Belmont United's Presentation Evening.

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King James Alumni: Nathan Pilkington

June 2023

Former student, Nathan Pilkington has returned to King James to talk to Year 10 students about his university experience and career as an Architect.

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Careers Q & A with industry practitioners

June 2023

At King James, Miss Goddard, our dedicated Careers Adviser, not only provides one-to-one advice to students in all year groups, but she also organises a wide range of events and practitioner talks.

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Game Club in the Library

June 2023

Each week, Mr Wheatley, our Academy Librarian hosts an after-school Game Club for fans of Warhammer, Pokemon. Magic the Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons.

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Learning outside of the classroom in Geography

May 2023

As part of their Geography lessons, students take part in a variety of practical field trips to study topics directly relating to their classroom learning. This boosts their understanding by giving real life context to their learning.

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Online Safety Tips - Be Kind

May 2023

Online abuse can have a severe impact on people's lives and is often targeted at the most vulnerable. Follow these tips to stay safe.

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Students in Amsterdam

May 2023

Sports fans have returned from the annual PE and Sport Department football-themed trip to Amsterdam.

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King James on Ice!

May 2023

Students in Years 9 and 10 have been attending weekly Ice Skating lessons at Billingham Forum as an after-school activity.