Sponsored Walk and Trek Success!
Published 13/06/25
Students successfully completed our annual Sponsored Walk and Trek today, with hundreds of students conquering various distances across the picturesque Mendip Area.
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Read MoreGroup 2 Takes on the Quantocks for Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s Practice Expedition
Published 13/06/25This week, it was Group 2’s turn to embark on their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s Award practice expedition.
Read MoreAlfie and Isaac Shine at Pro Academy Series Tournament with Exeter City
Published 13/06/25At the end of last term, Alfie and Isaac had the exciting opportunity to represent Exeter City in the Pro Academy Series tournament.
Read MoreStrictly Dance Fever – Tickets Now On Sale!
Published 13/06/25Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening of talent and creativity as the Academy proudly presents Strictly Dance Fever – a dynamic dance competition showcasing the incredible talents of our students from Years 7 to 13.
Read MoreDance Star of the Week is Flo
Published 13/06/25Flo is an exceptionally talented dancer who has made a real impact on the dance department in her time at the Academy.
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Read MoreYear 10 Explore Future Pathways During World of Work Day
Published 12/06/25Last week, 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 publishing books, understanding construction and physiotherapy, and exploring routes into languages, teaching, architecture, and the culinary arts.
A highlight of the day was a fascinating and top-secret session with GCHQ, where students utilised their French and Spanish skills to decode messages and assist in preventing fictional crimes, an exciting and memorable way to combine language learning with national security.
In the afternoon, students gathered in the Academy Hall for an engaging talk from Emma Cox of Müller UK, who spoke about essential employability skills and professional behaviours, providing students with practical advice as they begin to think more seriously about their futures.
As part of the workshop with Thatchers, students were asked to design their own soft drink as part of a competition. Thatchers have confirmed that the winners are:
Alfie and Amy with their drink “Smoothii” and Noah with his drink “BBNO.$ODA”
All three winners have been offered the opportunity to go on a guided tour of the Thatchers site alongside their Talent Development Executive, Sophie.
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:
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Royal Navy
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Regional Cyber Crime Unit
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Author B J Mears
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Baker Hughes
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National Grid Electricity Distribution
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Cuppa Architects
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Compass Catering
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Bristol School of Acting (BSA)
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Robins Foundation
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Kier Group
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Kier Construction
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North Somerset Council
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Burges Salmon
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Thatchers
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The Bridal Store
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On-Site Bristol
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Taylor Wimpey
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Louise Griffiths, Physiotherapist
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Galliford Try
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S&W
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GCHQ
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Emma Cox, Müller UK
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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!
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Read MoreAcademy Sports Rundown: 13th June 2025
Published 12/06/25Team PE were back at it again this week with athletics across every remaining year group and a quick game of rounders. See how they got on below:
Year 7 & 8 Rounders v Clevedon
It was an enjoyable afternoon for our Year 7 and 8 rounders team, who faced Clevedon School this week. Despite both teams ultimately losing, there were some excellent performances from all involved. Players of the match were awarded to Millie and Daisy for their unwavering determination throughout the games!
Year 7 & 8 North Somerset Athletics Competition
Our junior athletics team headed to the North Somerset Athletics competition this week. The boys were up first, with both Year 7 and 8 finishing in second place in the competition. A special shout-out to Isaac, who had an exceptional personal best on the high jump at 1.60m.
The girls put in some amazing performances across the board. Both the Year 7 and 8 teams placed in the middle of the rankings, just shy of a place in the top three.
Well done everybody!
Read MoreYear 10 prep for their upcoming NEA 2 assessment with a three dish challenge!
Published 12/06/25Our Year 10 Food & Nutrition students completed their NEA 2 mock assessments this week. Their task was to create three dishes that could be used to celebrate various occasions.
Students had to spend time researching and preparing three separate dishes and any appropriate accompaniments to demonstrate their technical skills and meet the needs of their chosen occasion.
Some opted for classics such as spaghetti carbonara, swiss rolls and burgers, while others branched out into curries, chorizo salads and pineapple cakes. It was brilliant to see how each student brought something unique to the table and added their own signature style - we can confirm that all of the dishes were absolutely delicious!
Take a look some of the dishes below.
Read MoreChurchill Students Win LSP Target 2.0 Economics Competition at Backwell School
Published 12/06/25This week marked the second annual LSP Target 2.0 Competition, held at Backwell School, where Year 12 Economics students took centre stage to tackle a real-world economic challenge: what action should the Bank of England take to maintain inflation at its 2% target?
After weeks of in-depth research, analysis and preparation, students presented their findings and recommendations using the most up-to-date economic data. The standard of presentations was exceptionally high, showcasing a deep understanding of monetary policy, inflationary pressures, and macroeconomic indicators.
Representing the Academy were Albert, Theo, Charlie and Theo, who delivered a compelling and thoroughly researched argument for keeping interest rates on hold. Their insightful analysis and confident delivery impressed the judge, Dr Peter Spittal, an Economics lecturer from the University of Bristol, who praised the team’s breadth of knowledge and awarded them first place in the competition.
The winning team was supported by the rest of their class, who played a vital role in collecting and analysing data throughout the project, demonstrating strong teamwork and academic collaboration.
Following the competition, Dr Spittal delivered an engaging taster lecture on the minimum wage, exploring its theoretical foundations, economic implications and relevant statistical evidence. This experience and lecture provided students with a fascinating insight into real-world economics beyond the classroom.
It was an enjoyable and thought-provoking morning, made even more rewarding by our well-deserved victory. A big thank you to Backwell School for hosting this fantastic event!
Read MoreKorean Culture and Calligraphy at Lunchtime
Published 12/06/25The Academy is proud to host a weekly Korean Club, led by the wonderful Jeong-Un, where students can explore the rich language and culture of Korea in a fun and relaxed environment.
This term, students have been focusing on the art of Korean calligraphy, experimenting with traditional writing and drawing techniques to decorate beautiful Korean fans with their own creative designs and lettering.
Korean Club runs every Wednesday lunchtime in L8, and is open to all students, whether you're a complete beginner or already have an interest in Korean culture.
Come along and give it a try!
Read MoreDance Star of the Week is Leah
Published 06/06/25Leah is an outstanding dancer and never fails to amaze all of us at the Academy with her performances. She is always highly dedicated to everything she does and her passion for dance is clear to see.
Leah has a very bright future ahead of her and we highly value every contribution she makes to the Dance department. Well done Leah!
Read MoreHattie Makes A Difference At The Foodbank Warehouse
Published 06/06/25During the recent half-term break, Year 8 student Hattie made a significant impact in her local community by volunteering at the Foodbank Warehouse in Weston-super-Mare.
Instead of taking time off, Hattie chose to spend her week helping sort and prepare essential supplies for families in need. Her hard work and dedication will benefit countless households relying on the food bank's support.
A big well done to Hattie for showing so much community spirit!