We have very quickly arrived at the time of year when GCSE and A level examinations begin (w/b 14th May).  Students and staff continue to work hard in final preparatons and revision techniques. I am sure that all of the hard work our students have put in will be reflected on results day in August.


Also this term there is the fashion show; practical drama examinations and the Expressive Arts Open Evening.  Curricular and Extra-Curricular trips continue in earnest and on Monday 2nd July the Year 9 cohort from the Allertonshire join us for the final weeks of term.


Just announced, this years Cuthbert Cross winners are Emma Curtis, Alex Wickens and Marc Scott.  Congratulations to them on receiving such a prestigious award and thank you to all post-16 students who celebrated their success with them.

Steve Merifield
Associate Principal

Summer Examinations

All students should now have received a final exam timetable for the summer exams (coloured yellow) with rooming and seat numbers. Formal GCSE and A level exams start on 14th May. Full exam handbooks were given to students in October; copies can be accessed from the college website: http://www.northallertoncoll.org.uk/students-parents/exams.htm. These contain all the formal exam board notices as well as exam information.


What to do if there are problems: Many things can go wrong at exam time – from late buses to major illness. There are lots of things we can do to help; the most important advice is to contact the exams office URGENTLY if there are any problems. If a candidate is genuinely unable to take an exam (for medical or other valid reason) we need evidence for the exam boards – again, the exams office can give advice on the best way to get this but you must speak to us on the day of the exam. We also need to know as soon as possible about writing hand/arm injuries so we can arrange support.


We hope the exam season goes as smoothly as possible for all candidates and look forward to seeing as many happy faces as possible on . . .


Examination Results Days 2012


Thursday 16th August (A2 and AS)


Year 13 at 9.00 am - Year 12 at 10.00 am


Thursday 23rd August (GCSE)


Year 11 at 9.00 am - Year 10 at 9.30 am - Post 16 / private at 9.00 am


Collection must be made by the student (or parent) in person or by someone else with a signed note from the student giving them permission.


All results not collected by 4pm on results day will automatically be posted first class to the home address. No Stamps required! Please contact the exams office before the summer holidays if you need to make alternative arrangements.


The exams office can be contacted directly on 01609 767656 or exams@northallertoncoll.org.uk

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Top Stories

Fashion Show 8th May 2012

STUDENTS have fashioned an annual fundraiser with catwalk capers to highlight the very latest designs.

Drama Preview Evening 1st May 2012

STUDENTS from Northallerton College are making a drama out of their examinations.

Art Open Evening 16th May 2012

ARTS student Esther Thorniley-Walker will be brushing up on a family tradition when she exhibits her work to the public for the first time.

Former Student Writes Home

A BUDDING reporter will have plenty to write home about after her description of an expedition upMount Everest won her a trip Down Under.


And the 20-year-old attributes much of her success to the support she received while studying atNorthallertonCollege.


Now studying journalism at university Hannah Bryan, of Thirsk, was selected from hundreds of entrants nationally to win a research trip of a lifetime.

Recent Stories

Taking a Walk on the Wild Side

Students took a walk on the wild side as they got a fascinating insight into the world of working with animals.


The teenagers fromNorthallertonCollegehandled creatures including snakes, a polecat and a gecko as they learned about career opportunities.


Sam Duke, of Sam’s Safaris, near York, brought a small sample of slithery and furry friends to the college and explained to year 10 and year 11 students about a myriad of jobs in the animal world.

Going the Extra Mile

by Ian Lamming (Press Officer)


CLOSE to 1,000 students and staff from a Northallerton College walked the extra mile yesterday to raise much needed money for a national charity.


Elite runners took just over six minutes to complete the course while many colleagues took a more leisurely approach to the challenge.


First back was Chris Holmes, 17, of Northallerton, in a winning time of six minutes 16 seconds.


He said: “I’m not a runner, though I do play football, but was just feeling fit today.”

New Technology

STUDENTS are set to make technological advances in their studies as their college opens the doors of a new £300,000 state of the art facility.


Chairman of governors John Dennis performed the honours at the official opening of Northallerton College’s new design and technology centre.


A 20 week scheme has transformed the college’s existing facilities into a cutting-edge learning resource for students aged 14 to 19.

News from the Music Department

by Hannah Lindup
Photo by mitch98000 CC
 

Life After Northallerton College

by Hannah Bryan (ex-student)


It wasn’t an easy decision deciding what to study at University. Whilst at Northallerton College I studied English Language, Psychology and History. I’d always loved both journalism and psychology so when I left in 2008, I was torn over which to choose. However, now in my second year studying journalism at the University of Sheffield, I know 100% that I made the right choice.