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Skeleton Science

Southmoor Scholars got up close and personal with skeletons. Durham University ran a workshop about the history of medicine through the lens of bioarchaeology. They had three tasks: 1. To assemble a skeleton. 2. To analyse amputated bones and trepanned skulls. 3. To look at...
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Beauty and the Beast Enchants the Community

More pictures from last week’s highly anticipated school production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Our young actors, band members and stage crew delivered an unforgettable show. Thanks to everyone who joined us and well done to the fantastic cast and ensemble!  
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NCS Give us the Gold

We are delighted to have received the National Citizenship Service Gold Award for our participation in the programme.  This means that over 50 of last year’s Year 11 cohort went on to take part in the NCS scheme involving Summer expeditions, community projects and life-skills.
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Boxing Club is a Big Hit

Our Boxing Club is proving popular with students eager to learn the basics of the sport, gain focus and discipline through the challenges it provides and above all have fun in a friendly, competitive environment. The club continues on a Monday and Friday after school – all...
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Tennis Ace Joins the County Cup Squad

Congratulations to Adam Armitidge who has been selected to join the Under 18 Boys’ County Cup Team for the upcoming tournament at the Sunderland Tennis Centre on the 28th February, a feat particularly impressive considering he is still only in Year 9. We...
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Be Our Guest!

Our production of Beauty and the Beast premieres this Tuesday at 6.00pm! Don’t miss out on this enchanting performance from our talented drama students with live music from our very own school orchestra and choir. Tickets are available from Reception or on the door at each...
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Marking Holocaust Memorial Day

To mark Holocaust Memorial Day, which commemorates the liberation of Auschwitz, the school choir joined a special service held by the Sunderland Inter Faith Forum at Sunderland Minster. We also held special assemblies to examine why we observe this event and reflect on the...
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Revision Passports Return

With Year 11 weeks into their very last full term at Southmoor we are looking ahead to their all-important GCSE exams. To aid students in their preparations we have again introduced our ‘Revision Passports’ to give pupils the chance to earn rewards for their hard work in...
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Clear Thinking with Kooth

Kooth, from XenZone, is an online counselling and emotional well-being platform accessible through mobile, tablet and desktop and free at the point of need for young people. Representatives from ‘Kooth’ hosted special assemblies for all year groups about the importance of mental...
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Southmoor Tackles Rugby Tournament

Over 100 Year 7 and 8 students from across the city descended on Southmoor for the Sunderland Schools’ Rugby Union Competition.  Southmoor, Castle View, Monkwearmoth, Sandhill View, St Aidan’s and Grindon Hall all took to the field.  Southmoor performed with great...
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