Key Stage 3 Learning

Here at SKS, we're always looking for unique and creative ways for our students to explore different career pathways.

Halloween was a great way to engage both KS3 and 4 students with 'creepy' careers- particularly those connected to STEAM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art &…

On Monday 19th October, all of our KS3 students watched an entertaining and engaging performance all about STEM entitled 'The Material World.'

Materials Science and Engineering is the study of all substances — from the metals in a bridge to the plastic in a phone case — and the creation of new…

On Monday we welcomed in local musicians Nick and Helena Bazley to perform various pieces of folk music on their instruments.  They were also joined by a special guest, Maya in year 7! Thank you for playing for year 8 and helping us to understand how folk music has evolved over time.

Mrs Sutterby and I are very excited about our up and coming trip to Dove Cottage in November with year 9.  We'll be exploring The Gothic for the day, touring William Wordsworth's cottage and getting inspired with an exhibition and some creative writing.

Modelling our bird boxes in card to find any issues and to refine the designs. 

Alongside our KS4 students, Year 8 and 9 pupils also got the opportunity to watch a presentation about New College Durham.

Stephen and Tom from NCD delivered an engaging session about college life, the state of the art facilities available and the wide range of qualifications on offer including…

Year 9 have been working hard to learn different pieces of iconic film music on keyboards including The Imperial March from Star Wars and the Indiana Jones theme.  They have been learning key terms such as 'Leitmotif' along the way. 

Year 9 had another fantastic visit to Hexham Racecourse on Friday, which was organised and led by the charity 'Racing To School'.  

Carrie and Gareth from Racing To School shared their expertise and knowledge of the racing industry to deliver a bespoke STEM and Careers active learning event. As…

A glorious morning on Tyne Willows for the first Cross Country run. Some brilliant teamwork and resilience on display. 

On Tuesday, Year 8 made an indicator out of red cabbage. Can you guess which is beaker contains the acid and which the alkali?

Year 8 students have been designing clocks. They will be using the laser cutter to make them.

We were excited to learn that 38 of our students across Years 8, 9 and 10 have had their short story submissions accepted by Young Writers. These will be printed in a book and distributed to participating schools across the UK. 

The 100 word short stories had to cover the theme of 'Wanted' and…