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- 25/03/26
From Classroom to Production Line: Learners Explore Nissan's Sunderland Plant
Motor Vehicle learners recently had the exciting opportunity to visit Nissan in Sunderland for an afternoon of learning and exploration. During the visit, learners were given an insight into the world of automotive manufacturing, seeing first-hand how vehicles are built on a large-scale productio...Read Full Story - 25/03/26
Maths in 3D
In Maths, we have been exploring mathematical concepts using physical 3D shapes to bring learning to life. By handling and examining these models, learners have been able to better understand how to calculate volume, surface area, and perimeter in a practical and engaging way.Read Full Story - 25/03/26
Kahoot! for Maths
To support revision in the run up to assessments, learners have been using Kahoot as an engaging way to help learners recall and practise key maths topics. Through regular quizzes, we have been revisiting important skills such as times tables, simple division, and calculating perimeter.Read Full Story - 16/03/26
Bringing Learners Together Through Creativity
Learners from Land-Based, Law, and Health and Social Care have been getting competitive and creative on Fridays. They have been learning to crochet, making pom poms, creating friendship bracelets and enjoying a range of games.Read Full Story - 16/03/26
Exploring Futures: NE1 Can Allied Health Workshop
On Wednesday 4th March, learners from Health and Social Care attended the Vermont Hotel to take part in the NE1 Can Allied Health Workshop. The workshop featured a range of NHS roles—including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy and podiatry—with professional...Read Full Story - 16/03/26
Inspiring Futures: Visit to Hedley’s College
Learners from Health and Social Care visited Hedley’s College in Forest Hall on Thursday 12th March. During the visit, our learners were introduced to the learners who attend the college, and they watched a video explaining how and why Percy Hedley was established, as well as the positive impa...Read Full Story - 12/03/26
Practical Activities Down in Construction
Learners found a creative solution for the old pallets stored around the workshop and farm. After a classroom brainstorming session, they decided to transform the unused wood into decorative shelving.Read Full Story - 10/03/26
Growing Through Outdoor Learning
In forest school, learners worked together to make paracord bracelets, carefully weaving the cord to create their own colourful and practical accessories. They also explored woodcraft by using pieces of tree trunks to create small wooden accessories, developing their creativity while learning about...Read Full Story - 10/03/26
Law Learners Explore Careers in the Police Force
Last week, our Law learners had an exciting opportunity to attend a careers event focused on roles within the Police force — and it proved to be an inspiring and eye-opening experience for all involved.Read Full Story - 17/02/26
Craft, Create, Celebrate!
Our Land-Based, Health & Social Care, and Law learners have been getting wonderfully creative during our competition sessions. They’ve been exploring new crafting skills, including pom‑pom making and crochet, producing everything from colourful pom‑pom animals to beautifully stitched croch...Read Full Story - 12/02/26
Cricket in Action
Paul from the Northumberland Cricket Board has been working closely with our vocational learners, helping them develop their cricket skills and confidence. Through engaging, hands‑on sessions, Paul has introduced key techniques, encouraged teamwork, and built a real sense of enthusiasm for the game...Read Full Story