Gosforth Junior High Academy

Poetry Day Celebration! Congratulations to our three talented winners of the Poetry Day competition! A huge thank you to the legendary Colin West, beloved children's poet, for judging the entries and offering such kind and encouraging feedback to our winners. Your words inspired us all! #PoetryDay #YoungWriters #ColinWest #CreativityInSchools #CelebratingTalent #gosforthjuniorhighacademy #GosforthGroup #creatingfutures

World Mental Health Day Mental health is the foundation of a healthy life, both at home and in every community, including schools. Today, we observe World Mental Health Day, a time to reflect on how we care for ourselves and for one another. This year's theme, "Access to Services Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies," reminds us that support must be available not just in clinics or hospitals, but also in the places we live and learn. At home, open conversations and emotional support can make all the difference. In schools, creating safe, inclusive environments helps young people thrive - especially during times of stress or crisis. In our communities, we must ensure that mental health care is accessible to everyone, everywhere especially in emergencies. Let's continue to: Break the stigma Support mental well-being in every space Advocate for services that reach those who need them most Because mental health is a right - not a privilege. #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #AccessToCare #SupportAtHome #SupportInSchools #WMHD2025 #gosforthgroup #gosforthjuniorhighacademy

6A Stepping into History! Our young historians explored what life was like working in the North East as members of the RAF and WRAF during WWII. Their journey took them deep into Kenton's Secret Bunker, uncovering stories of bravery, resilience, and life on the home front. A powerful and immersive experience that brought history to life! #gosforthjuniorhighacademy #gosforthgroup #creatingfutures #WWII #RAF #WRAF #KentonSecretBunker #LivingHistory #6AHistorians

Historians in the Making! 6J stepped back in time as they explored the mysterious 'Box of Delights', uncovering artefacts from World War 2. With curiosity and critical thinking, they asked: What was this used for? What does it tell us about life during the war? A brilliant hands-on history lesson that brought the past to life! #YoungHistorians #WW2 #BoxOfDelights #HistoryInTheClassroom #gosforthjuniorhighacademy #GosforthGroup #CreatingFutures

REMINDER: Open Evening for Year 5 Entry TONIGHT Are you a Year 4 family thinking about joining us in Year 5 from September 2026? Don't miss your chance to explore everything Gosforth Junior High Academy has to offer! Date: Tonight, Monday 6th October Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Location: Gosforth Junior High Academy, Regent Avenue, NE3 1EE Come meet our staff, tour our facilities, and discover how we're Creating Futures every day. We can't wait to welcome you! For further details, visit: https://www.juniorhighacademy.org.uk/open-evening #GosforthJuniorHighAcademy #OpenEvening #CreatingFutures #MiddleSchoolTransition #gosforthgroup #NewcastleSchoolsOpenEvening

We've earned the RHS Level 3 Gardening Award! Thanks to the dedication of our Gardening Club and students involved in garden interventions, we've reached a new milestone in sustainable gardening. By gaining the Level 3 award, we have been awarded a certificate, a £50 gardening voucher, a book on wild gardening and some seeds for next spring from the RHS. The Level 3 award recognises that our students can identify and look after a range of plants in the garden. Students have identified and tried edible flowers, noticing that a nasturtium is peppery in taste. The group had a bean picnic in the summer with broad beans grown in our school garden. They also grew carrots, which they took home to share with their family. Special shoutout to Emily Barker (Yr 8) for growing the biggest beetroot we've ever seen! We're now working towards Level 4 - and hoping for pumpkins big enough to carve soon! #SchoolGardening #RHSLevel3 #SustainableSchools #StudentSuccess #GardeningClub #gosforthjuniorhighacademy #CreatingFutures #GosforthGroup

Happy National Poetry Day! Our students celebrate the power of words by sharing some of their favourite poems, from timeless classics to modern verses that speak to the heart. Poetry connects us, inspires us, and gives voice to our thoughts and emotions. We're proud to see our students embracing it with such enthusiasm! #gosforthjuniorhighacademy #GosforthGroup #creatingfutures #NationalPoetryDay #PoetryPower #StudentVoices #CelebratePoetry

October Online Safety Newsletter is Here! This month, we're diving into the digital habits that matter most for your child's wellbeing. Topics include: YouTube – keeping content age-appropriate WhatsApp – managing group chats and privacy Screen Time – finding a healthy balance ...and more! Stay informed and empowered to support your child online. Click to read now: https://www.juniorhighacademy.org.uk/online-safety #OnlineSafety #gosforthjuniorhighacademy #DigitalParenting #ScreenTime #WhatsAppSafety #YouTubeTips #GoforthGroup #creatingfutures