Christmas Message

As this term comes to a close, we have had a joyful celebration of the festive season with the Winter Concert, sixth form singing, Christmas lunch, rewards afternoon, and carols at the Abbey. We would like to thank our staff and students for their hard work and enthusiasm, as always, and wish everyone a very lovely Christmas break and a

QEHS Winter Concert

Here is a selection of photos from our wonderful QEHS Winter Concert last week.  There were around 90 students performing in a range of ensembles such as Jazz Band, Show Choir, Wind Band, QE Choir, Hydroholics, Jazz Trio, and we also had solos and duos, including those performed on the clarinet, piano, drums, trombone and vocals.  Hexham Middle Students also

QEHS Winter Concert Clip

Here are just a few highlights of last week’s QEHS wonderful sellout Winter Concert. Enjoy listening and watching and we’ll be back with more videos and photos in due course. Respect. Engage. Aspire. https://youtu.be/W-NrIpKIgTE

Ethics Cup

On Tuesday 9 students from Years 11 – 13 took part in the first North Eastern Regional Ethics Cup competition at Durham University. All students demonstrated excellent public speaking, rational arguments and collegiality in their approach to some difficult and interesting topics. After a tense first heat against two sixth form colleges, the team advanced to the semi-finals and ultimately

Children in Need Total

We are delighted to let you know that we raised £333.99 for BBC Children in Need.Our activities included an entertaining staff netball match, played in good spirits with many staff members showcasing their talents.Thank you to all who were able to support our fundraising events. Respect. Engage. Aspire.

Northumberland County Rugby

6 of our year 10 and 11 students represented Northumberland County Rugby at Under 16 Level against Cumbria last week. They comfortably won all 3 games played on the day.Well Done to Molly B, Abby A, Daisy C, Martha C, Lucy C and Charlotte A Respect. Engage. Aspire.

Exam Certificate Collection

Exam Certificate Collection, Wednesday 18th December, 3.30pm – 6.00pm from the Winter Gardens Students collecting certificates should bring some form of photo ID. If someone else is collecting on your behalf, please send written consent to the exams office. This can be an email or letter containing your name and email address and the name of the person collecting on

Student Bursary Award Winner

Saul was recently invited to London for the Heritage Crafts Award Winners Reception at Eltham Palace. Saul was presented with his bursary certificate to train in Heritage Craft Skills and met his benefactor, Mark Hobbs. Saul’s bursary is funded by the Anthony and Elizabeth Mellows Charitable Settlement and Kendrick Hobbs. While in London, Saul also studied the armour in the Wallace