Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Newsletters Newsletters Please find below our Year group newsletters. This page will be updated throughout the academic year. Year 7 Newsletter 1 (Autumn Term 2025 ) Download Year 8 Newsletter 1 (Autumn Term 2025 ) Download Year 9 Newsletter 1 (Autumn Term 2025 ) Download Year 11 Newsletter 1 (Autumn Term 2025 ) Download

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Information about Mathematics Staff members: Ms J Torbitt (JTR) Curriculum Leader Mrs J Proudlock (JOP) Teacher / Assistant Curriculum Leader Mr A Scott (AWS) Teacher / Assessment Lead Mrs J Elliott (JAE) Teacher Dr T Fisher (TFI) Teacher (part time) Mr M Kearns (MKE) Teacher Mrs L Riccalton (LOR) Teacher / Assistant Curriculum Leader Mr T Haigh (THA) Teacher Miss S Clark (SCL) Science / Maths Teacher Curriculum Intent The Mathematics Department will provide students with exciting, relevant and challenging Mathematics. Students will understand the underlying principles of the mathematics they learn, making links and developing reasoning and problem-solving skills. Students will become fluent in the fundamentals of mathematics, so that they develop conceptual understanding and the ability to recall and apply knowledge rapidly and accurately. Students will progress towards being independent mathematicians who can identify correct and incorrect work for themselves. Where work is incorrect, students will be encouraged to use their mistakes to make further improvements and ultimately increase their resilience when faced with challenging topics. Building confidence in mathematics will be the key to all lessons and students will be challenged in order to maximise their potential. The Mathematics department will provide interesting and effective lessons, accurately diagnose weaknesses in all students and ensure appropriate interventions take place in order to ensure good progress for all students Home Learning Years 7-10 are set weekly home learning on Sparx Maths. This can be accessed here: www.sparxmaths.uk/student?s=georgestephensonhighschool Students can log in with their specific Sparx username and password or, alternatively, if they click "Sign in with Microsoft," they can log in using the username and password they use to access the IT system at school Home learning is set every Wednesday and due every Tuesday. It is personalised to each student and consists of tasks on recently studied work as well as some consolidation work based on prior learning. The more learning that students complete on Sparx Maths, the better the personalisation will become. We offer Sparx Club after school each Thursday in the library. Students can attend to complete home learning with support from Maths teachers. Students are welcome to stay to complete all of their home learning or simply drop in to get help with a small part of it. Year 11 home learning is more varied depending on the needs of the class and may be paper based or include Sparx Maths. However, all Year 11 students are encouraged to use Sparx Maths as part of their independent study and revision, as it is an excellent way to support and consolidate their classroom learning. Mathematics Scheme of work Curriculum Overview 2025-26 Download Maths Know It Knowledge Download Year 13 Scheme of Work Download Year 12 Scheme of Work Download Year 11H Scheme of Work Download Year 11F Scheme of Work Download Year 10H Scheme of Work Download Year 10F Scheme of Work Download Year 9 Scheme of Work Download Year 8 Scheme of Work Download Year 7 Scheme of Work Download

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Information about Governance The Governing Body of George Stephenson High School is made up of 2 staff governors (including the Headteacher), 5 elected Parent Governors, 2 Trust Governors, 1 Local Authority Governor and 7 Co-opted governors. Co-opted governors are appointed by the Governing Body and are people who, in the opinion of the governing body, have the skills required to contribute to the effective governance and success of the school. The term of office for our Governors is four years. The full Governing Body is chaired by Andrew Elliott and meets once per term, and we also have a number of sub-committees to consider different aspects of the school in detail. The full governing body has delegated authority to each sub-committee to plan and make decisions in line with their subject scope. Both the subject scope and any decisions are ratified at the full governing body. The sub-committees that meet termly are Personnel, Curriculum, Post-16 and Finance, Premises and Health and Safety. In accordance with the Government's requirement for all governing bodies, the Governing Body of George Stephenson High School has a strong focus on its three core strategic functions: Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction; Holding the Headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils; Overseeing the financial performance of the school and making sure its money is well spent. The Governing Body of George Stephenson High School, like the whole school has worked over the last year on defining its role and responsibilities. We believe our role is to advise, support and challenge the school in order to deliver outstanding education. We will do this by:- Contributing to a structured involvement in school Governance Listening, challenging and feeding back across all aspects of school life Keeping informed on local and national education issues and using and improving our skillset and strengths to support continuous school improvement. Being accountable to each other and to our Parents, Community, the Local Authority, Students and School for our actions. At all times being a critical friend. Please direct all correspondence for the attention of our Governing Body to: Mrs A Cowen, Clerk to the Governing Body George Stephenson High School Southgate, Killingworth Newcastle upon Tyne NE12 6SA Alternatively, correspondence may be sent directly to the Chair of Governors, at the above address. Please see below for a full list of Governors, their relevant business and pecuniary interests, their attendance record and other relevant documents. Governing Body of George Stephenson High School 2025/26 Download Governor Body Pecuniary Interest 2025/26 Download Governor Meeting Dates 2025/26 Download Governor Meeting Attendance 2024/25 Download Governing Body Code of Conduct Download Curriculum Committee Terms of Reference Download Finance, Buildings and Health and Safety Committee Terms of Reference Download Personnel Committee Terms of Reference Download Post-16 Committee Terms of Reference Download Annual Governance Statement 2024/25 Download Governance Resource Committee 2024-25 Download

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Information about RE and Social Sciences Staff members: Miss A Rigby (ARI) Curriculum Leader - RE and Social Sciences Ms R Bennett (RLB) Curriculum Leader - Psychology / SENCO Miss S Wigzell (SWZ) Teacher Curriculum Intent To provide students with the best possible experience of RE and Social Sciences through a curriculum that inspires a desire to learn more about other people and different social, moral and philosophical issues. To enable students to understand their place in the world in relation to others. To give student opportunities to reflect on their own morality, culture and spirituality. To provide students with opportunities to share their beliefs, values and opinions and engage with others thoughtfully and respectfully in discussion and debate. To allow students to develop their knowledge and understanding as well as practise and improve their ability to explain and evaluate. To allow students to achieve the best possible outcomes at Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5. RE and Social Sciences Scheme of work Key Stage 3 RE Download Key Stage 4 Core RE Download Key Stage 4 GCSE RS Download Key Stage 5 Sociology Download Key Stage 5 Psychology Download Key Stage 5 A Level RS Download

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Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Careers, Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) Careers, Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) Our key focus At George Stephenson High School, we understand that Careers Education has never been more important for our students. This is driving us to continually build on our current CEIAG provision to ensure that all students are informed about the options available to them both on a local and national level. Students also enjoy experiences from our external links and will gain a detailed knowledge of the offering provided by apprenticeships, technical routes, sixth form and further education colleges, universities and employment. Inspiring students to be passionate, confident and aspirational about their career choices, and equipping them with the skills, qualities and experiences needed for successful and happy futures. What we aim to offer We aim to offer a comprehensive careers programme which enables our students to gain an understanding of the vast array of careers options that may be suitable for them on a personal level. This begins with focus on high aspirations, in addition to building skills and confidence, and putting into place practical plans of how potential career paths can be achieved. Students also have the opportunity to talk to employers and receive guidance on a personal level around the selection of appropriate subject choices or career paths, with the aim of supporting their individual career plans. Monitoring of student progress throughout their time at school has never been more important to ensure that students are aware of new career opportunities and are on-track to achieve their desired goals. This often involves offering tailored opportunities based on the unique needs of students. Gatsby Benchmarks As a whole school, we are working towards achieving the Gatsby Benchmarks . These are the 8 foundations of good careers guidance and our aim is that they permeate teaching throughout the school. This includes supportive careers information from subject specialists, pastoral support and timetabled careers lessons. What makes us different? Supporting our students to achieve successful outcomes within their studied subjects is just one aspect of what we are trying to achieve. We recognise that all this effort and hard work is an enabling mechanism for students to fulfil their wider ambitions. This is where CEIAG sits at the heart of school life. We are so passionate about this that we provide our students with timetabled careers lessons in addition to the great work that is undertaken throughout the school. We are constantly improving our school CEIAG policy. Employers - further information Download Parent/Carers - further information Download Parent Guide Apprenticeships Download 2024 Parent Guide Download Careers Roundup Newsletter Download Parental Engagement Conversation Cards Download Teachers - further information Download Information for Year 11 and Year 13 Students You are still able to access your unifrog account and access the careers information stored there. You can download your CV and any other information that you have stored to keep it for the future, as well as accessing all of the career profiles and how to guides. This will be a really useful resource whilst you are deciding what your next steps may be: www.unifrog.org Jill and James from Connexions are also still available for your queries, so if you would like to ask them anything about 6th from option, colleges or apprenticeships please use the contact info below: James.Young@northtyneside.gov.uk Jill.Anderson@northtyneside.co.uk Parents Guide Paths to Professional Careers Parents Guide to Apprenticeships Parents Pack for Apprenticeships Download our CEIAG Policy Download Provider Access Policy Download External Link External Link External Link Access the Careers page in our Curriculum section Take me there Introduction to Careers in Year 7 Careers information video. Work Experience Careers Information Video. The Options Process Careers Information Video,

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Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Information about The Library The Library is run by Mrs J Spencer. Library opening times: Monday to Thursday - 8:00am to 4:30pm Friday - 8:00am to 4:00pm Students must have permission to be in the Library during lesson time. Every breaktime and lunchtime it is open for students to complete home learning, coursework and to choose and return books. Resources The Library has an excellent range of Fiction and Non-Fiction Books for all ages and abilities. There is a Reference Section housing various magazines. We offer a range of activities, clubs and events at lunch, after school and throughout the year. Membership All students are automatically members of the library and are allowed to borrow 3 items at one time for a period of 4 weeks. One of these books must be their Accelerated Reading Book Reading All Year 7 and 8 students will participate in a reading program. The NGRT program is a computerised program that tests reading comprehension. Students select books on their reading level, which is determined by an assessment. The books are read independently and once finished a comprehension test is taken on the computer. Each book is worth a certain amount of points based on its length and reading level. This enables both the Librarian and English Staff to monitor the progress of each student and guide them to appropriate books for their level and interest. Reccomended Reading for KS3 and KS4 Key Stage 3 Download Key Stage 4 Download Key Stage 5 Download Killingworth Library - White Swan Centre Information Take me there

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Information about The Scholars Bus Scholars Bus Student Bus Conduct Guide Download Nexus Letter - December 2025 Download Bus Timetable - January 2026 to July 2026 Download Application for Travel Assistance Download Nexus Bus routes for George Stephenson High School External Link

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Information about Office 365 Office 365 is used in school for communication and collaborative learning. It provides students with 24/7 access to school resources and also allows them to use Microsoft applications (such as Word and Excel) on and offsite. Each student has their own unique email address in Office 365 which is provided to them early on in their school career. To access Office 365 from anywhere go to: www.office.com Then press the Sign in button. You then need to enter your full student email address (e.g.: 24JSmith@gshs.org.uk ) and then the password. When logged in, the app launcher at the top left of the screen allows you move between email (Outlook) and the other Office applications. A brief video showing how to use Office 365 can be viewed below.

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh Information about Media Studies Staff members: Mr M Scott (MAS) Media Lead Mrs K Williams (KWI) Deputy Headteacher Mrs L Dunn (LDU) Assistant Headteacher Miss H Stephenson (HST) Teacher Mrs H Bell (HCB) Teacher Miss L Cook (LCO) Teacher Mr A Wallace (AGW) Teacher Mr L Atkinson (LAT) Teacher Curriculum Intent To provide a rich and challenging curriculum that will challenge learners' understanding and perception of the media technology that surrounds them and they use each day. Students are encouraged to critically engage with media products from a variety of different lenses to enhance their digital literacy and critical thinking skills. To develop analytical skills, which allows learners to understand the artifice of media texts and allows them to appreciate the elements of persuasion and manipulation embedded beneath the surface of media texts. This builds on the analysis model students are familiar with from their English studies and focuses on developing student confidence in applying academic vocabulary and developing academic expression. To provide practical opportunities for learners to develop digital skills which enable them to develop careers in media contexts. To develop and ignite a passion for the world of media around students locally, nationally and globally through the media curriculum. Students will study a wide variety of media platforms to arm them with the depth and breadth of knowledge of how the media functions as a collective. This will evolve through a range of representation and audience units. Within this there will be links to historical and contemporary issues that will enlighten how they see others and the digital world around them. Students will be encouraged to engage with how media products represent key aspects of our identity such as ethnicity, gender, age and socioeconomic groups. For learners to begin to develop an understanding of media theory. This body of knowledge will become increasingly complex and expand in breadth and detail. This will develop into varieties of viewpoints covering the same issues e.g. gender representation. As they progress in confidence, the expectation is for learners to apply a range of interpretations independently and to critically evaluate their validity. To provide opportunities for students to practice what they know through the creation of media products. By applying briefs, and researching existing professional practice, learners will be empowered with communication skills which reach beyond the confines of the media curriculum. To develop digital skills and an enlightened understanding of the digital world. This will empower learners to appreciate how their lives are affected by the media technology around them. In some cases, it will hopefully result in learners developing future careers in the media. Media Scheme of work GSCE Download A-Level Download

Phone Mail 0191 216 1115 enquiries@gshs.org.uk @georgestephensonhigh The School Day Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:00 - Building open to students 8.25 - First Bell – report to Tutor Rooms 8.30 – 8.55 - Morning Registration/Assembly 8.55 – 9.45 - PERIOD 1 (50 minutes) 9.45 – 10.40 - PERIOD 2 (55 minutes) 10.40 – 10.55 - Break 10.55 – 11.45 - PERIOD 3 (50 minutes) 11.45 – 12.35 - Early Lunch 11.45 – 12.35 - PERIOD 4a (50 minutes) 12.25 – 1.15 - PERIOD 4b (50 minutes) 12.35 – 1.15 - Late Lunch 1.15 – 2.10 - PERIOD 5 (55 minutes) 2.10 – 3.00 - PERIOD 6 (50 minutes) Early Lunch Week 1: Years 7, 8, 12, 13 Week 2: Years 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 Late Lunch Week 1: Years 9, 10, 11 Week 2: Years 7, 8 (Y12/Y13 Late on Thursday) Tuesday 8.00 - Building open to students 8.25 - First Bell – report to Tutor Rooms 8.30 – 8.55 - Morning Registration/Assembly 8.55 – 9.45 - PERIOD 1 (50 minutes) 9.45 – 10.40 - PERIOD 2 (55 minutes) 10.40 – 10.55 - Break 10.55 – 11.45 - PERIOD 3 (50 minutes) 11.45 – 12.35 - Early Lunch 11.45 – 12.35 - PERIOD 4a (50 minutes) 12.25 – 1.15 - PERIOD 4b (50 minutes) 12.35 – 1.15 - Late Lunch 1.15 – 2.10 - PERIOD 5 (55 minutes) 2.20 – 4.00 - Staff CPD Early Lunch Week 1: Years 7, 8, 12, 13 Week 2: Years 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 Late Lunch Week 1: Years 9, 10, 11 Week 2: Years 7, 8