Birkbeck Specialist Science, Maths and Arts College has established itself as one of the most sought after schools in the area and one of the most rapidly growing secondary schools in Lincolnshire. Constant improvement and success for all have been the first priority in this small all ability school.

Tim Brain of ‘Louder Than Life’ visited Birkbeck for the second time this year. In June Tim worked with the whole of Year 9.  On this visit Tim worked with the whole of Year 7.  Each student took part in 3 sessions of Samba music across a 3 week period.

Tim says that ‘Participants in our world music workshops not only get access to an activity that isn’t readily available it also creates a good deal of fun and enjoyment, which are the underlying values of world music.  Participants of the workshops quickly pick up the know how and can produce a good sound with the instrument without having to put in hours of practice, which is what makes our workshops perfect for schools and other educational establishments.’

"In October 2011, a group of students from Birkbeck visited Widehorizons Outdoor Education Trust’s Mountain Centre in mid Wales. Students participated in a range of adventure learning experiences all designed to challenge students and allow them to develop important skills such as communication, team working and leadership. The week was packed full of activities including slate mine exploration, ropes courses, rock climbing, abseiling, hill walks, canoeing, gorge scrambling and orienteering. As well as being a fun packed week, it was clear students learned a great deal about themselves, each other and the environment. Dave, Nick and Kelly are all looking forward to 2012 when we will meet the next group from Birkbeck College."

David Grimes

Head of Centres

www.WideHorizons.org.uk

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Most students will now have seen the Murals that have been painted in the stairway at Birkbeck.  Miss Hillam has spent many hours painting them with help from several members of staff and students.  Voting has now ended and the favourite was: Stephen Hawking!

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The Young Americans will be returning to Birkbeck from Friday 2nd March to Sunday 4th March 2012. More information is available here.