Longstanding records tumble at Swimming Gala

Longstanding records tumble at Swimming Gala

It was a record-breaking morning at Dunston Leisure Centre on 19 October as Emmanuel College students from all year groups gathered for our annual Swimming Gala. The atmosphere was one of encouragement, excitement and positivity as parents and carers lined the...
A Cracker of an afternoon!

A Cracker of an afternoon!

Festive fun filled our classrooms this afternoon for the annual Christmas Cracker, a competitive time of Christmas quizzes, puzzles and prizes. Students and staff combined forces to tackle tricky questions, spot differences, identify staff and design a Christmas...
Powerful public speaking at the House Poetry and Prose competition

Powerful public speaking at the House Poetry and Prose competition

The House Poetry and Prose competition returned on 23 November and the judges – Mrs Hall (Vice Principal), Ms Wells (Creative Arts and Events Lead) and Miss Smith (Head of English) – were amazed by the talent of the finalists representing their House. Year 7 delivered...
House Tug of War 2022

House Tug of War 2022

Thursday 20 October saw students throwing their weight around, pulling and yanking – all part of the annual House Tug of War! There were some stunning displays of strength and many interesting tactics, but ultimately the prize went to the best team and that was the...
Back with a splash: Swimming Gala 2022

Back with a splash: Swimming Gala 2022

Emmanuel’s best swimmers plunged into the pool for a morning of fierce competition as the annual Swimming Gala returned after a two-year break due to the pandemic. Almost 100 students gathered at Dunston Leisure Centre on 12 October, all keen to earn points to bring...