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Spectacular Firework Science

STEM Club took students on a volatile journey behind the science of fireworks.  Club members watched explosive experiments involving methane bubbles before testing out the chemistry behind sparklers.
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Orchestra Auditions Sound Out

Year 7 students taking part in the School Orchestra Project were given the opportunity to audition for free one-to-one music tuition courtesy of The Sir Tom Cowie Charitable Trust.  Students performed in the presence of a panel who will now decide the lucky recipients of the...
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Social Mobility Support

Our motto ‘Aspire, Achieve, Enjoy’ is the cornerstone of Southmoor’s commitment to social mobility. It’s about recognising that children in the North East deserve the best and that our job is to provide it!   Southmoor has seen a significant increase in the achievement...
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Students Celebrate Science

Four of our Science Ambassadors took part in the ‘Celebrate Science’ event organised by Durham University where they demonstrated scientific principles alongside other contributors including researchers. The participants were a credit to the school. ence
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Spooky Success Stories

Congratulations to Year 7 & 8 Halloween story writing entrants. The grand prize went to Gracie Cameron and Josie Nesbitt who each scooped a spooky-sweet-bundle and shopping voucher.  All other entrants received runner-up prizes. Well done!
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Crime Solving with Southmoor Scholars

The Southmoor and Sandhill Scholars experienced their first lecture by Peter Beveridge, who worked with the students to re-enact a crime scene investigation and challenge their thinking throughout the process. Students had to imagine the roles of victims, perpetrators and police...
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Packing Bags for Berlin

Students from our up-coming Berlin trip staged a bag-pack at a local supermarket to raise funds for the trip. The group raised a fantastic £700 meaning that tickets for the famous TV Tower in Berlin can now be booked. Well done everyone!
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The National Theatre Set the Stage at Southmoor

We hosted actors from The National Theatre who transformed our main hall into a stage for a performance of ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time’.  This was a fantastic opportunity for students to have front-row seats and give them a professional theatre...
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School Choir Launches

The ‘Singing Sunderland’ initiative was launched by the Sunderland Music Hub.  All 247 Year 7 students sang as part of a choir that will become a regular event to encourage every student to sing.  You can listen to Year 7 singing their heart out here.
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A Lesson to Get the Blood Pumping

Year 7 pupils completed basic First Aid and CPR training in recognition of National ‘Restart a Heart’ Day.
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