Academy News

Our Year 10 students took part in the annual World of Work Day, an inspiring and hands-on event designed to help them explore a wide range of potential career paths. Whether their interests lie in design, healthcare, engineering, or something entirely different, the day offered something for everyone.

The aim of the event was to inform and inspire students about the wide array of careers available, the different pathways to enter the industry and highlight connections to curriculum subjects. Just as importantly, the day focused on building key employability skills in a practical and engaging way.

In the morning, students participated in workshops of their choice, hosted by a fantastic range of professionals and companies that generously gave their time to share their expertise. These workshops offered students invaluable insights into real-world roles, ranging from branding products and setting up businesses to the world of acting, understanding construction and engineering, including a visit from a robotic dog! 

A highlight of the day was a fascinating session with Avon & Somerset Police, where students heard about the life of a police officer and tested their fitness with a police issued beep test! 

In the afternoon, students gathered in the Academy Hall for an engaging talk from Comensura, who spoke about essential employability skills and professional behaviours, providing students with practical advice as they begin to think more seriously about their futures. 

It was a truly inspirational day, packed with opportunity, curiosity, and motivation.

We’d like to say a massive thank you to all the organisations and parents who supported this event and made it such a success. Your time, expertise, and enthusiasm were hugely appreciated!

Special thanks to:

• Avon and Somerset Police

• Atkins Realis

• Baker Hughes

• RAF

• National Grid Electricity Distribution

• YMCA Dulverton Group

• YTL Construction

• North Somerset Council

• Thatchers

• HPC-EDF

• The Bridal Store

• On Site Bristol

• Taylor Wimpey

• The Food WorksSW

• Magistrate Andrew Wagstaff

• Author B J Mears

• BSA (Bristol School of Acting)

• Robins Foundation

• Comensura

• Kaja Brockington, Urban Design Challenge

• Jo Hopkins, Understanding Politics

• Jo Gill, Education and Teaching

Thank you for helping to make our World of Work Day an inspiring and unforgettable experience for our Year 10 students!

Congratulations to Ceci, Mia, and Eleanor, who took to the stage at the iconic Shaftesbury Theatre in London's West End on Sunday 28th June.

The students were part of Stagecoach Weston's original production, Hatch-a-Heist, an exciting and energetic performance featuring music inspired by the much-loved musicals Phantom of the Opera, Hamilton, and The Great Gatsby. Performing in such a prestigious venue was an incredible opportunity and a memorable experience for everyone involved.

The energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism shown throughout the performance were truly outstanding. Ceci, Mia, and Eleanor embraced every moment of performing on a West End stage, showcasing their talent, confidence, and dedication to the performing arts. Their commitment and passion shone through, making us all incredibly proud.

Well done to all three students on this fantastic achievement. We look forward to seeing what they accomplish next!

Our Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) Department celebrated the end of term with a special cookery lesson, giving students the chance to experience the flavours of France and Spain.

Our French students mastered the art of the Parisian crêpe, showing off their impressive pancake-flipping skills before filling their creations with delicious strawberries and chocolate.

Meanwhile, our Spanish students took a savoury approach, preparing homemade meatballs and a traditional Spanish sauce from scratch. The Food Technology department has never smelt so delicious!

It was a fantastic way to celebrate the end of term while bringing language learning to life through food and culture.

Congratulations to Noah, who proudly represented Wales U14 Boys at the Home Nations Basketball Tournament in Cardiff.

This marks Noah's first national team call-up, a fantastic achievement and a testament to his hard work, dedication, and commitment to the sport. We are incredibly proud of everything he has accomplished and look forward to seeing what he achieves next. Well done, Noah!

It was a reduced week of sport at the Academy as the heatwave closed schools across the country and cancelled any planned fixtures later in the week. However, our Cricket team managed to continue their cup run before the conditions got too hot. Check out how they got on below:

U15 Girls Cricket Team Crowned County Champions 

Our U15 Girls Cricket team remains undefeated in their incredible Knight-Stokes Cup run. The girls took part in the County Finals this week, facing their toughest team yet - they were unstoppable once again, with a score of 147 for 3 to Churchill and Castle 138 for 6, meaning Churchill have gone on to be crowned the County Champions! 

The team now progresses to the National Rounds, where they will face the top U15 Girls teams in the country. With just two games to go until the National Finals at Lord's, we couldn’t be prouder of our students.  

Good luck, everybody here at the Academy is cheering you on!

Fourteen members of Song Club performed at St George's in Bristol on Tuesday evening, opening the WEMA Young Musicians' Showcase Concert. They sang Driver's Licence by Olivia Rodrigo and Hit the Road Jack by Ray Charles, receiving enthusiastic applause from both the audience and the organisers.

There was even time for a visit to the ice cream van between our sound check and the concert to help students cool down! 

We also enjoyed watching the other performers, who were mostly solo instrumentalists. The only other choir, from Hayesfield in Bath, performed Consider Yourself from Oliver!, a performance that got several of our members excited for next year's Key Stage 3 musical.

It was a fantastic evening, and we can’t wait to see our students' next performance. Well done!