Callerton Academy

Congratulations to all the newly elected Youth Council Members. We are especially proud of our Gosforth Group students who have been chosen to serve on the Youth Council. We extend huge congratulations go to: Youth Parliament Members - Jack T from Callerton Academy and Zoe BG from Gosforth Academy Youth Council Members - Jeevan A and Param R from Jesmond Park Academy, Lily PW from Gosforth Junior High Academy. We are sure you all make a significant impact!

IT at Callerton Academy: Tuesday last week saw our second outing of the year for our Year 7 Coding Club, with a visit to the Maker Place at Gateshead Central Library a fantastic space packed with technology including 3D printers, laser cutters and more. This time, students used computerised embroidery machines to bring their designs to life, creating their own personalised felt coasters . Over the previous six weeks, they've been learning how to program these machines, developing their coding skills and computational thinking along the way. Students also took part in a Python coding challenge, building skills that will support them later this year when they begin programming in Python A big thank you to the Altitude Foundation for partnering with us on this project. They also offer a range of free holiday events (often including transport) that families can book directly more information can be found here: www.bit.ly/CyberSign Coding Club will now take a short break before returning in the summer term with a brand-new project keep an eye out for sign-ups! #CallertonAcademy #GosforthGroup #CreatingFutures #ComputingAtCallerton #CodingClub #STEM #DigitalSkills #FutureReady

Art at Callerton Academy Our Year 9 students have been getting creative in Art, bringing their ideas to life by making their own shrunken heads in clay after designing their unique concepts. From initial sketches to final pieces, it's been fantastic to see students develop their designs and turn them into detailed 3D forms. The level of creativity and individuality in each piece has been brilliant! Well done Year 9 some truly imaginative work on display! #CallertonAcademy #GosforthGroup #CreatingFutures #StudentCreativity #ClayWork #ArtInAction

Callerton Academy's First Ever Prom! We are delighted to announce that Year 11 Prom 2026 has officially been launched this week and we're so excited to be celebrating Callerton Academy's very first prom! Passport to Prom This week, students were introduced to our Prom Stamp initiative. Students can earn stamps in the following categories: Attendance Behaviour Intervention Sessions Bonus Stamps Each student has received their Passport to Prom booklet, where they can begin collecting their stamps. Achieving stamps will support students in securing their place at prom so every day and every effort counts! Event Details Location: Holiday Inn, Seaton Burn Date: Tuesday 30th June 2026 Price: £40 per ticket There will be opportunities over the coming weeks for students to earn discounts on the price of the ticket. Timings Celebrations will begin at Callerton Academy, before students travel together to the venue at 6:45pm. Students will leave the venue to return to Callerton Academy at 11:00pm. Details on how to purchase tickets will be shared in due course. We can't wait to celebrate the achievements of our fantastic Year 11 students in style it's going to be a night to remember!

Are you wondering if your child might be neurodivergent, or looking for advice on how best to support them? The NHS is offering a free, dropin session for parents and carers who want guidance, reassurance, and practical tips. Come along for expert support in a relaxed, friendly environment - no appointment needed. Friday, 20th March 9.30am - 12.30pm The Haven, Kenton, NE3 3RX #NHSSupport #NeurodivergentChildren #ParentCarerSupport

Reading at Callerton Academy: Last Thursday we celebrated World Book Day by giving a book to every single student in school! Students also took part in the National Book Token competition, designing gift cards based on this year's theme of going "All In" on reading. The theme encourages us all to dive deeper into our hobbies and interests by picking up a book connected to something we love. We were really impressed by the creativity shown in these fantastic designs well done to all of the students involved! If you enjoyed creating your designs, why not check out the art section of our non-fiction shelves in the library and discover even more inspiration. Go all in on your hobbies, Callerton! #CallertonAcademy #GosforthGroup #CreatingFutures #CallertonScholars #WorldBookDay #ReadingForPleasure #LoveReading

Art at Callerton Academy: Our Fashion Club students recently travelled to Hartlepool Art Gallery to see their incredible work on display as part of the "Making Waves" exhibition. The project explored maritime heritage through art, design and creative learning, with students creating mood boards and fashion concepts inspired by the sea and Hartlepool's rich coastal history. Seeing their designs professionally displayed in a gallery was a fantastic experience and a proud moment for everyone involved. The students loved exploring the exhibition space and spotting their own work hanging alongside pieces from other schools across the North East. A huge well done to all of the students for their creativity, imagination and hard work. #CallertonAcademy #CAExcellence #CreativeArts #StudentCreativity #SchoolArt #MakingWaves #HartlepoolArtGallery

March Online Safety Newsletter Out Now! Parents and carers, this month's online safety update is packed with important information to help keep your children safe online. In this issue: New YouTube parental controls - what's changed and how to set them up Mobile phone risks for children - what you need to know How social media algorithms work - and why they matter Plus even more practical tips and guidance Visit our school website to read the full newsletter: https://www.callertonacademy.org.uk/online-safety Staying informed is one of the best ways to keep your child safe online. #OnlineSafety #StaySafeOnline #gosforthgroup #creatingfutures #callertonacademy

Science at Callerton Academy: Our Year 9 students have been investigating the organisation of plants and animals, exploring how specialised cells work together to form tissues, organs, and organ systems. In this practical lesson, students examined the underside of purple inch plant leaves under the microscope to observe stomata and their guard cells. These specialised cells control the opening and closing of the stomata, allowing plants to regulate gas exchange letting carbon dioxide in for photosynthesis while releasing oxygen and water vapour . Using microscopes, students were able to clearly identify the stomata and see how the guard cells surround the tiny pore that controls the movement of gases in and out of the leaf. A fantastic practical investigation and some brilliant microscopy work from Year 9! #ScienceAtCA #CallertonAcademy #CreatingFutures #GosforthGroup #Year9Science #Biology #Microscopy #PlantBiology #STEM