Year 8 and 9 students have had an amazing afternoon in the company of Nikki Sheehan, author of Who Framed Klaris Cliff and Swan Boy. Coordinated by Mrs Geeson in partnership with KGGS, Nikki visited to talk about her books and writing process and, with her contagious creativity and imagination, inspired our students to collectively start to create their own story.

The Priory Ruskin Academy is delighted to be providing the venue for the St Barnabas Hospice Strictly Ballroom Finale on 22nd April.

To celebrate World Book Day on 2^nd March, students at The Priory Ruskin Academy will be able to collect a voucher from their English teachers, The Reading Room and Student reception.  This voucher entitles them to a free book from local retailers such as Asda, WH Smith and Waterstones and amongst the great titles on offer this year are books from brilliant British authors such as Jacqueline Wilson, Francesca Simon and David Walliams, who have all written them exclusively for WBD. Also making an appearance is Enid Blyton's The Famous Five, which has been specially illustrated to celebrate its 75th anniversary. Students also have the option to use the voucher to get £1 off any book of their choice instead.

A huge well done to all Ruskin staff and students who took part in the Rotary Swimarathon on Saturday 4^th February.

On January 26th, in preparation for Chinese New Year, students enjoyed a taste of Chinese culture. Staff cleverly crafted normal lessons to give a twist of China across the curriculum.