by Kelly Earls | Dec 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
Year 8 Master the Art of Vector Graphics in ICT and Computing
In their ICT and Computing lessons, Year 8 students have been diving into the creative world of vector graphics. This exciting unit challenges learners to design professional-quality graphics using specialised vector graphic editing software. Throughout the unit, students have been honing their skills with Inkscape, a powerful, open-source, cross-platform tool. By the end of the course, students will have created impressive projects, including illustrations, logos, or custom icons.
Over the past few weeks, the students have demonstrated fantastic progress, with many producing work of exceptional quality. Here are some standout examples of their creativity and skill.
We’re incredibly proud of the effort and imagination our Year 8 learners have shown in mastering this challenging yet rewarding skill. Keep up the great work
by Kelly Earls | Dec 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
On Wednesday 11th December we hosted a sponsored Reindeer Run in support of The Mary Stevens Hospice. This fun event was enjoyed by staff and students, who took advantage of this wonderful opportunity to stay active improve their health and wellbeing, all while supporting a great cause within our community.
by Kelly Earls | Dec 5, 2024 | Uncategorized
This year’s Carol Service took place on Tuesday 3rd December, in the beautiful setting of St John the Baptist Church. We were delighted to hear performances from the Choir, Brass Ensemble, Orchestra, Guitar Ensemble, Chamber Choir, Jazz Ensemble, Samba, String Ensemble, MFL Singers, and Year 7 Big Sing. Well done to all 180 of The Earls students that worked hard to provide us with an enjoyable evening of festive music, performed so musically and to the highest standard. We look forward to continuing to work with so many talented and dedicated musicians as we prepare for the Community Carols event on Friday 13th December and for more exciting events in 2025!
by Nic Earls | Oct 27, 2024 | Uncategorized
Today was spent at the brilliant Parc Astérix, a theme park just outside Paris. Students and staff had fun on the rollercoasters, tasting lots of delicious food and buying souvenirs.
On our return to the centre, following another good meal, we had a go at making our own crêpes – it was clear that some had more experience in the kitchen than others, but everyone had fun!
The students have been absolutely excellent; they have been great company, engaging brilliantly in all of the activities, being polite and respectful to the staff at the centre and a credit to their families.
Tomorrow morning, we are setting our alarms early, to start our return journey home. We will keep parents informed of our expected arrival time.
by Nic Earls | Oct 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Today we have had a busy day in the capital, packing in as many sights as we could. We started off at the Eiffel tower, and climbed the 674 steps to the second floor. Although it was hard work, we were rewarded with views across Paris as the mist lifted just in time.
We then headed back down and boarded a boat along the river Seine, which allowed us to see lots more of the famous sights such as Notre Dame cathedral, l’Assemblé Nationale (the government buildings) and l’Hôtel Dieu – the oldest hospital in Paris.
Finally, we walked along the Champs Elysées to the Louvre museum, to take a photo of the iconic pyramid.
Our last stop was the hypermarket Carrefour, where we stocked up on exotic Haribo and other French delicacies, before returning to our accommodation for dinner (including snails for the brave!), some basketball and time to chill and rest up ready for a day at Parc Astérix tomorrow.
by Nic Earls | Oct 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
We were joined in school this week by Nicki Yates from West Midlands Police, to present certificates to Brad and Jacob in Year 11 in recognition of the training they have completed while at Cadets. Nicki was full of praise for the boys’ dedication, maturity and enthusiasm towards the Cadets programme.
