Year 7 students were set an English Literature homework task to research Shakespeare and produce a creative product in preparation for this terms subject ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’. Student’s creative interpretation included reconstructions of the Globe, Shakespeare styled books and colourful A3 posters.
Government figures on secondary school performance, based on Progress 8 scores for the past two years, shows that The Brooke Weston Trust is the third most improved Multi-Academy Trust in the country.
A group of students interested in finding our more about working for the NHS recently took part in practical activities that gave them an insight into healthcare science based careers.
Frederick HundertwasserThe last few terms have been a busy time for our Art Department at CTS. Students have been exploring a range of artists including Frederick Hundertwasser and Henry Moore and have worked in a range of media. GCSE students have submitted their coursework and are now preparing for their exam, which will take place in April.
Well done to our Year 7 and 8 girls who took part in a series of athletic challenges and races as part of a recent Sportshall Challenge.
iPads have been incorporated into Year 7 art and design lessons as part of a month-long study to see how iPads can be used most effectively in schools.
Talented singer Kara Hamer from Corby Technical School has recorded her first-ever CD which consists of covers, thanks to a local charity that helps young people develop their talents.
At Corby Technical School we are getting into the Christmas Spirit with a range of festive events.
Brooke Weston Trust Director Mr Heneage Stevenson met Sixth Formers from Trust schools and gave them mock interviews in order to prepare them for their applications to Oxbridge.
Four of our Year 12 Maths and Further Maths students recently put their mathematical skills to the test when they took part in the UK MT Senior Maths Challenge at Mereway Upper School.
Sixth Formers at Corby Technical School are preparing for life at university by learning a range of cooking skills and basic recipes.
The first very successful term of BRIT Kids Saturday classes will be rounded off with a celebration event on Saturday 15th December, to which prospective students and their parents are invited.