Creativity has been blooming in the Creation Lab this week! Every student has crafted their own individual tree. In a wonderful display of teamwork, these have been positioned together to create a beautiful collective Christmas tree for each class.
These collaborative Christmas Trees are now proudly on display in the classrooms. All the classes have absolutely loved working on this festive project. It is a brilliant way to celebrate the season together!
Take a look at the incredible robot creations built by our pupils in Curiosity!
The children successfully applied their design skills, creatively using a range of recycled materials. They carefully selected items based on properties like strength and texture to construct their frames and features.
From initial design to final detailing with paints and glitter, the pupils showed fantastic ingenuity. The aim to 'Use a range of materials creatively' was wonderfully achieved. Well done to everyone for producing such imaginative and eco-friendly robots!
We were thrilled to welcome Barnsley Football Club to school to deliver the Movember ‘Ahead of the Game’ programme. This expert-backed initiative teaches young people how to understand mental health and build mental fitness. It empowers our students to know exactly who they can talk to when facing challenges in sport and life. A huge thank you to Barnsley FC for visiting us and showing our young players that their community truly has their back!
We are delighted to showcase the impressive work from our pupils at the Kendray site!
Their recent project has been a deep dive into ancient history, focusing on Aztec sunstones and the meaning of their intricate symbols. The children also dedicated time to studying beautiful Aztec patterns. They explored these designs brilliantly, using our tuff tray as a creative canvas with vibrant paint and chalk.
We are incredibly proud of their focused effort and hands-on approach to learning. Excellent job, everyone!
It was wonderful to see so much positive engagement from our pupils throughout Anti-Bullying Week! The energy and participation in all the activities were truly fantastic.
We recently gathered feedback from pupils on this important topic, and we are absolutely delighted with the results. A brilliant 95% of pupils that responded confirmed they know exactly where to find support within school if they are feeling upset or worried about bullying.
This is a powerful testament to our whole-school commitment to creating a safe, caring, and supportive environment for everyone. Well done, team!
We were incredibly lucky to welcome Olympic Gold Medal Cyclist Ed Clancy to our school! Ed visited to sign the artwork in the Pride Key Stage, which depicts him cycling to honour his achievements as a fellow Barnsley lad.
Staff and pupils were captivated by his advice and stories of success. It was amazing to see his track bike, and we even had the privilege of holding his Olympic medals. It was a truly inspiring experience, and Ed has definitely gained a few more fans!
Our KS4 pupils have truly raised the bar in the kitchen this week! Following the exacting standards of Heston Blumenthal's recipe, they masterfully created a stunning raspberry soufflé.
This ambitious bake required precision, with pupils successfully tackling three core components: a delicate custard base, a perfect fluffy meringue, and a vibrant raspberry coulis. We are incredibly proud of their focus and teamwork. The final result was not just a technical triumph, but utterly delicious!
Well done, everyone—a brilliant achievement!
Our 'Courage' half-term topic, 'Everyday Life in Ancient Times: Voices and Visions,' is sparking brilliant historical exploration!
Students are following the Aztec legend of Tenochtitlan by co-constructing city up brick by brick. Starting with the eagle on a cactus holding a snake, as prophesied by the God, Huitzilopochtili, the Aztecs built homes, temples, floating gardens and finally an aqueduct and roads to the mainland. A majestic city until the Spanish invaded. Now it's hidden beneath Mexico City!
What an incredible practical session for our BTEC Sport students in 'Pride'! To truly understand the cardiovascular system, students moved beyond the textbook and into their hands for a fascinating heart dissection.
This hands-on approach allowed them to identify and examine the different structures of the heart and their unique functions, bringing their learning to life. It was wonderful to see their high level of engagement and focus as they explored this vital part of human anatomy. Fantastic work, everyone! We love seeing such deep, practical learning.
We celebrate the dedicated service of our staff member, Second Lieutenant AS, and pupils, LH & HP, who represented the school with the Army Cadet Force on Remembrance Day.
Second Lieutenant AS played a key role in the Wakefield City Centre Parade, leading and directing the squad. Meanwhile, Cadets LH and HP successfully paraded in Fox Valley. Their impressive involvement has allowed them to complete their 1 Star Community Engagement syllabus. We are incredibly proud of their discipline and commitment to honouring the fallen.
What a wonderful Oracy in Action Day our students enjoyed in the local community! Our pupils were incredible, confidently engaging representatives from the Police to the community café staff.
Their superb speaking skills and impeccable manners truly made an impact. We are thrilled to share that the café was so impressed they have invited us back for exciting sessions, including a cooking workshop and an amazing seaside trip!
This day proves that developing Oracy creates fantastic, real-world opportunities for our pupils.
Our pupils had a fantastic time marking Global Handwashing Day with a series of fun and educational activities!
Understanding why hand hygiene is so important—especially as we head into flu season—was the key message of the day. From using paint and pepper to making creative posters, the children explored how to wash their hands effectively.
They not only had a lot of fun but also learned valuable, lifelong lessons. We're proud of our pupils for championing good health habits!
A Day to Remember: Barnsley FC Visit
What an afternoon! We were thrilled to welcome two players from Barnsley Football Club to school. Our pupils were completely engrossed as the players answered brilliant questions about their experiences.
The excitement continued with a fun 'kick-about' during our after-school club, followed by a signing session for shirts and scarves! A massive thank you to the players and Barnsley FC for this unforgettable visit. These inspiring moments are exactly what we strive to offer our pupils!
We are absolutely thrilled to share the stunning artwork created by our pupils in Courage! As part of their studies on the brilliant book, The Other Side of Truth, pupils explored the vibrant beauty of Nigeria.
Their finished pieces are truly a joy to behold. The artwork is exceptionally vibrant, reflecting a wonderful enthusiasm for the topic and showcasing an amazing level of talent. Well done to all our young artists for such lovely pieces of artwork.
Our Courage phase pupils at the Highfields site have been working on a truly inspiring project! As part of their reading of the novel ‘The Other Side of Truth’, they have constructed incredible models of rural Nigerian villages. This hands-on activity has deepened their understanding of the challenges faced by the book’s characters. We are so impressed by their creativity and the empathy shown in their work. A wonderful example of learning brought to life!
What a fantastic achievement for everyone involved! We are delighted to share the wonderful news of our first beetroot harvest from the new green space at Kendray. The children have worked incredibly hard to cultivate this area, and their efforts have truly paid off.
April 4 2025
Our pupils had a fantastic time on their sunny visit to Whitby yesterday! From exploring the historic streets to enjoying the seaside atmosphere, it was a memorable day for all. #Whitby #History #SeasideFun
April 4 2025
Huge shoutout to our fantastic young people volunteering their time and energy at @BarnsleyFoodBank. Their commitment to helping others in our community makes us incredibly proud. #BarnsleyFoodBank #YoungVolunteers #MakingADifference
April 4 2025
What a match! Congratulations to both our team and Joseph Norton Academy for their spirited efforts today. We're delighted with the 6-1 result, and commend all the players on their conduct throughout. #GameOfTheKeepers #Respect
March 28 2025
Fantastic day out! Our students had a brilliant trip to London on Wednesday, topped off by an amazing guided tour of Westminster. Huge thanks to @ukparliament for making it so special! #LondonTrip #Westminster #StudentExperience
February 13 2025
Bringing history to life! Students are mapping out the Industrial Revolution, gaining a deeper understanding of its impact on our world. The blue shows the town in 1740, and the black shows how much it grew in just 60 years! #history #education #industrialrevolution
January 15 2025
Powerful evening spent with our whole learning community for #PREVENT training. Huge thanks to the BMBC Cohesion & Prevent Officer for their expertise and guidance. Together, we're building a safer future for all. #community #safeguarding
January 9 2025
Huge thanks to @OddArtsUK
for an incredible day with our pupils! Their workshops on radicalisation & extremism were engaging, insightful & thought-provoking. Our students gained so much from the experience. #makingadifference #education #community
January 7 2025
Our awesome Highfield's pupils have finished their igloo - talk about teamwork! Each had a role, & it was amazing to hear them discuss the structure & engineering involved. Learning & fun in the snow - priceless! #teamwork #STEMeducation #winterfun
December 19 2024
A mountain of generosity! Massive thanks to our amazing staff & suppliers for their incredible contributions to our Christmas food parcels. You're all superstars! #differencemakers
