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CSI: Southmoor

Our year 8 pupils were an asset to Southmoor Academy when they attended the ‘Chemistry At Work’ sessions presented at the University of Sunderland last week. The highlights of the day included: participation in the demonstration of hydrogen explosions in the Sun; using scientific...
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Time to Celebrate!

This week, we kicked off our annual awards season, with our first events celebrating the achievements of Griffin and Pegasus Houses. With a magnificent turn out and some stunning performances, the evenings were a great success. We look forward to continuing our celebrations with...
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Coastal Coursework

On Tuesday and Friday this week our Year 10 GCSE Geography groups visited Blyth and Seaton Sluice in Northumberland, to look at why and how the coastline in this area is managed. Students walked the entire 4 mile length of the seafront to Seaton Sluice, where they then...
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Sunderland MP Visit

We were delighted to welcome Julie Elliott, MP for Sunderland Central last Friday morning. Mrs Elliott spoke in assembly about her experience of the democratic system. Her visit was all the more poignant given the recent events surrounding the death of Jo Cox MP. Pupils were...
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Rio Rewards

Our Summer rewards incentives continue this week, where our ‘Rio Rewards’  were launched, based upon the theme of the forthcoming Olympic Games, to be hosted in Brazil. Students will participate in themed competitions based upon Olympic ideals and can be awarded Bronze, Silver...
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Onions & Eggs

At the start of this school year, our Year 7 pupils used research and investigation to determine how to grow a plant from a seed. This included research and investigation in seed germination and potting. Every Year 7 pupil has now planted an onion set and will hopefully reap the...
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New School Uniform

This September there will be changes to Southmoor’s school uniform. The school tie and the girls’ skirts will be replaced. School ties will be free of charge in the first instance and the new skirts, which are of a very good quality, can be obtained from our local...
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Southmoor Ices

Last week saw the reintroduction of our Principal’s  Awards. The Principal’s rewards categories are academic achievement, sporting achievement, and personal / social development and will be nominated by staff each week who feel they have a student who has demonstrated...
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Personal Development Day

The 4th July 2016 will be Personal Development day, students will not follow normal timetables for this day. Lessons have been planned to teach students skills needed for everyday life including online safety, politics, finance, mental health, health and sex & relationships...
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Diabetes Award

We are delighted that Diabetes UK have chosen us for a “Good Diabetes Care in School Award.” This is because the school has demonstrated excellent care and support for its students with Type 1 Diabetes. The school has ensured that none of these students are excluded from any part...
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