Pupils' Artistic Talents on Display

A Polam Hall School pupil has been offered work experience at leading high-end clothing retailers after being spotted by a fashion guru.

Becky Patterson is being mentored by Andy Scott, founder of the Bank fashion store chain, after he came across her work through an acquaintance.

As a result, the teenager is going to undertake some work experience with Red or Dead and Rare Fashion during the summer. She is planning to go to Northumbria University to study Fashion Marketing and Entrepreneurship.

Becky, Head Student until Easter 2011, was among 21 Polam Hall students who staged an Art and Music evening at the Darlington School.

The GCSE, AS and A-level pupils displayed a variety of work including craft, design, technology and photography. The evening also included musical performances.

Another student, Nicola Race had an unusual piece in her exhibition – she designed a metal-framed skirt, which was turned into a reality by her father’s roofing company.

Marie Green, Polam Hall School’s head teacher, said: “Becky and Nicola are examples of the artistic talent that we are proud to cultivate and develop at Polam Hall School.

“All of those taking part in the music and art exhibition have demonstrated their artistic flair and we are delighted that Polam Hall’s ‘excellence for all’ philosophy has enabled their creative talent to flourish.”