On Wednesday 18th December 2013, Madula (An African Drumming group) came into school to work with KS3 gifted and talented musicians, and years 10 and 11 GCSE Music students. Each group had an hours workshop where they were immersed in African rhythms and collective singing. All pupils were pushed to their limits, performing intricate and […]
Once again the Year 7 pupils put together a great Christmas Concert that was enjoyed by everyone that attended. Thank you for braving the stormy conditions outside, and well done to everyone involved. Merry Christmas!
On Friday 13th December 2013, GCSE Catering students in Year 10 and 11 helped to prepare a buffet for around 45 people from the local community. The visitors enjoyed a buffet lunch prior to the musical performance which had been prepared and served by our very own Catering students. Our dedicated students worked incredibly well […]
A group of Year 11 pupils entertained the crowds at Freeport Shopping Centre on Tuesday 10th of December with a selection of Christmas favourites and cover versions. The performers played for around 1 hour to great applause. Well done to everyone involved.
On Thursday 5th December, William Axon 9HB, competed in the Local Finals of the Futurechef Competition. Arriving at 1pm, Will took it all in his stride, entering a professional kitchen unpacking his ingredients and preparing for an afternoon of cooking against the clock. There were 3 other students taking part in the Local Final. Will […]
We celebrated our annual awards evening on the evening of Thursday 21/11/2013. Over 600 current pupils, ex students, parents, staff, invited guests and Governors came together to recognise and celebrate the success of pupils past and present. Our guest of honour for the evening was Mr Andy Topham, father of three, firefighter, ex-marine, charity fund […]
The Year 10’s were delighted to be cooking with Chef James Holden last week. James, who is a Senior Chef Lecturer with the Academy of Culinary Arts, came into school to deliver a cooking session with the Year 10 GCSE Catering class. James demonstrated a three course menu; minestrone soup, meatballs in a Neapolitan sauce […]
We were honoured to receive a visit from The Worshipful the Mayor Edward Boden of Newcastle Under Lyme. Here is a selection of pictures from his tour of the school with Mr Gould.
On Tuesday 12th November 2013, we hosted the first FutureChef School Heat at Sir Thomas Boughey. FutureChef is a national competition for 12-16 year olds aimed at inspiring them to learn to cook. Ten students from Years 9 & 10 competed for the chance to represent the school at the Local Final at Stoke on […]
The school has taken part in Operation Christmas Child for the first time this year, and the result has been overwhelming. Each tutor group has donated at least one shoebox filled with toys and gifts to be distributed to disadvantaged children around the globe.