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Last Week, we had the published North East author James Harris in school who delivered an assembly to all of Year 7 and worked with selected students in a writing workshop in the LRC.

Recently, our first group of Year9 DofE pupils took part in their Bronze expedition. This included two days of hiking around Derwent Water and a night of camping at Derwent Hill. These pupils were incredibly enthusiastic throughout. Very well done Year 9!

We hosted our final STEM event of the year as the RAF brought an exciting robotics workshop into school for our Y8 students. The session challenged students to work collaboratively while developing their problem-solving and teamwork skills through a series of engaging activities

Students from Year 7 and Year 8 took part in an international woman’s day football tournament at GOALS Sunderland. Both teams showed respect and resilience throughout the whole of the tournament. The year 7 team even went down to 4 players due to injury and still came 2nd!

We were delighted to welcome visitors from Kielder Observatory for a special astronomy experience with our students. Located within Kielder Water and Forest Park, the observatory sits in the vast Northumberland International Dark Sky Park

On Tuesday seven year 9 students took part in this year's Lego League competition at Nissan. The students have been showing outstanding dedication and resilience giving up their lunch breaks to build and code their Lego Robot. It was a fantastic day of fun and learning!

Over half term, 8 students with excellent attendance visited the Beacon of Light Upcoming awards are: Full attendance: 9th-13th March: Candy floss 13th Full attendance: 16th-20th March: Derby Day 2-football strip or hoody 20th Full attendance: 23rd-27th March: Trainer Pass 27th

Friday morning, our students took part in an engaging workshop led by Kelly Tamplin as part of our ASPIRE character curriculum, focusing on the theme of “Proud” The session created a supportive space for students to practise speaking, take risks, and build confidence.

Tig from Digitall Charity delivered a range of EcoCoding workshops to a range of Year 7 and year 8 students. You can learn more about what our students have been learning on the Digitall Charity website: https://t.co/I2b9zJi9A8

As part of Careers week, Year 8 Geographers visited Stagecoach in Sunderland to learn about all the careers available within the Stagecoach company. This linked into their topic of World of Work, learning all about the new opportunities provided in a post-industrial Sunderland.

At Sandhill View, World Book Day is always a highlight of the school year as it celebrates the joy of reading and encourages students to explore new books and stories. It provides a great opportunity for the whole school community to share their enthusiasm for literature.

Last week across the UK is national careers week and we have celebrated this across the academy to raise awareness of career pathways for our students. The week has been packed full of visitors across year groups and classes, both in and out of school.

Just a reminder that our Year 9 GCSE Options Information Evening is TONIGHT, 4:00–5:00pm. This important event will guide you and your child through the exciting next steps as they begin choosing the subjects they will study in Key Stage 4. We look forward to seeing you there.

Before half term, selected students took on our SAS-style ‘Extraction’ Fitness Challenge — testing endurance, strength, teamwork, and resilience with hurdles, sandbags, logs, sleds… & plenty of water bombs! 💪 Proud of their determination, spirit, & teamwork! 👏

Yr 9 students began the Routes into Medicine course with @sunderlanduni , exploring anatomy, using stethoscopes, and learning about diseases through hands-on activities. We’re so proud of their curiosity, knowledge, and respectful engagement — excited for seminar two in March!🩺

Year 9 Parents & Carers: Join us for our GCSE Options Evening on Wed 4th March 2026, 4–5pm. Learn about academic & vocational courses, speak with subject leaders, and get all the info you need to help your child make confident GCSE choices. 🎓

Students were inspired by a powerful assembly from SStudents were inspired by Shaun West, who shared lessons from military service & business, urging them to ignite their “SPARK” — Self-Awareness, Purpose, Awareness, Resilience & Kindness — and lead with courage. 🔥

12 Year 9 pupils completed the fantastic Trainee Detective course with @northumbriapol & Bede College, exploring knife crime and the justice system through the case of Connor Brown. Proud of their maturity and commitment. 👏👏

*Job Vacancy Available* We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspiring science teacher who can spark an interest and thirst for knowledge in young people. More details, including information on how to apply, available via our website: https://t.co/PzkGZLKuqH

Students are invited to take part in a Free Football Training Camp hosted by Foundation of Light. Lunch Meal Included Date: Thursday 26 February Time: 10am – 3pm Venue: Ford Football Hub, Sunderland, SR4 0RW sign up below: https://t.co/dUcod0hHEm @SAFCFoL