December has been an exciting month for students in the Food Department, with no less than two restaurant visits for students to try a host of new dishes whilst experiencing outstanding customer service.

Year 10 students in Mrs. Glen's after school Maths Masterclass have enjoyed a fun festive session creating a huge fractal Christmas tree made of a Koch fractal snowflake star, 64 Sierpinksi tetrahedra for the tree, and Menger fractal boxes for the base.

Staff and students at King James I Academy have organised a successful Christmas food drive to support local charities.

In the last week of Autumn term 2, students in Years 7-10 with the highest number of positive Class Charts points, were treated to a festive-themed celebration event in the Library.

Our King James Choir has performed a Christmas-themed set for members of the public at Auckland castle.

Students in our Key Stage 3 after-school Gusto Lingo Cooking Club have been learning how to make Chinese food using healthy ingredients to create a healthy 'Fakeaway'.

Members of the Year 10 Cooking Group at King James I Academy have been spreading a little Christmas cheer by making homemade sweet treats for the residents and staff at Wear Valley Women’s Aid in Bishop Auckland.

We are delighted to announce that Year 10 student, Finley H has won a prestigious photography competition run by SWD News.

Students in Years 7-14 have had the opportunity to explore industry sectors, career opportunities and the different pathways into work, thanks to the many representatives who attended our annual Careers Fair.

Students and staff across King James have paid tribute to those who lost their lives in conflict at a special Armistice Day service.