In her theory lessons, Amber makes contributions to discussions and demonstrates a really strong work ethic and desire to do her best. We can't wait to see how she progresses this year!

We were delighted by the incredible standard of entries this year, with students producing an amazing range of imaginative and delicious Halloween-themed creations. There were so many fantastic bakes that our Food Technology department had a difficult job choosing the winners!

After much deliberation, we are pleased to announce the individual House winners:

• Tudor: Maelys

• Windsor: Lucy

• Hanover: Joseph

• Stuart: Chloe

• Lancaster: Will

But the excitement didn't stop there! With all entries counted towards the overall House competition, there could only be one winning House...

Congratulations to LANCASTER, who were crowned this year's Halloween Bake Off champions! 

Well done to everyone who took part, and thank you to all our students for making this year's competition such a wonderful success. The creativity, effort and enthusiasm on display were fantastic and the bakes were certainly spook-tacular!

We can't wait to see what our talented bakers come up with next year!

This is a fantastic achievement and recognises their understanding of the importance of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling practices. These valuable skills will support them in their future studies and careers within the food industry.

Well done to everyone involved – a great achievement to be proud of!

A special thank you goes to our students, Doug and Joey, who played the Last Post as we paused for a moment of silence to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

In a further mark of respect, students who are members of the Cadets, Scouts and Guides were invited to wear their uniforms today in honour of the occasion.

It was a meaningful opportunity for our school community to reflect, remember and pay tribute to the courage and dedication of those who have served.

We will remember them. Lest we forget.

KS3 Netball Face Priory School 

Our KS3 Netball teams had a fantastic afternoon against Priory this week. Our Year 7 team was up first, it was a close first half however Priory got the win in the end with a final score of 2-5. 

Up next was our Year 8 team, who demonstrated their new skills against a tough opposition team. The final score ended in Priory’s favour at 3-6. 

Last but certainly not least was our Year 9 team, who absolutely SMASHED their opponents with their strongest game of the season to date. A celebration was truly in order as the game finished with a final score of 15-0 to Churchill. Amazing! 

Players of the match for each team were:

Year 7 - Holly

Year 8 - Esmee

Year 9 - Jess 

Well done to all of our Netball players! 

KS4 Hockey’s Victorious Afternoon 

Our KS4 Hockey team faced Priory school this week, it was incredible to see their skills progression and teamwork.  Churchill scored 7 goals throughout the game, bringing the final score to an amazing 7-0 to Churchill. Wow! 

Our goal scorers were Emily, Katie, Isis, Maddy & Katie, with Isis being awarded Player of the Match.  Well done!

Anna demonstrates dedication and enthusiasm in everything she does, along with a constant positive attitude. Her teamwork skills have been impressive to watch, and she is highly valued by the Dance staff.
 

Competing against 10 teams from other schools, they achieved an excellent 5th-place finish overall!

The team demonstrated fantastic geographical knowledge throughout the competition and were superb ambassadors for Churchill. Well done to all three!

Alongside her partner from Splitz Gymnastics Club in Weston, she competed against other pairs from across the southwest and was proud to win her category and secure a gold medal.

We can’t wait to see how she gets on in her next competition, watch this space! 

The group will be an opportunity for parents to come together, share ideas and explore how we can work in partnership with the school to support its work and strengthen the experience of all our students.

At the meeting, we’ll:

• Discuss how parents can work together to support the school’s work

• Explore the Parent Friendly Schools framework and how its five key drivers can help us develop stronger parent–school partnerships

• Meet other interested parents, with a view to forming a Friends of Churchill group

There is absolutely no commitment – just come along, find out more and see whether it’s something you’d be interested in being part of.

The meeting is open to parents of Churchill Academy & Sixth Form students only.

Sign up here to let us know you’d be interested. We’d love to see you there and hear your ideas!

It was a hands-on day for the students, who were tasked with learning to plaster, make wooden boxes and attach wiring to different shapes. It was fantastic to see the student fully engrossed in their tasks and discover new talents that could lead them onto a career path. 

Thank you to Weston College for hosting the day - the students had a brilliant and the feedback from staff and students has been immensely positive!

This event was run completely by our Lancaster House Captains, Erin and Emilia, who were also supported by students in Lancaster's House Council. 

Well done to our Lancaster Year 7’s for your fantastic start at Churchill - we are so impressed with your attitude and efforts towards both school and Lancaster House!

A huge well done to everyone involved in organising the sale and to all those who supported this brilliant fundraising effort. Every contribution makes a difference, and it’s wonderful to see our school community coming together for a good cause!

This award recognises outstanding effort, achievement and contribution within the Academy community. The certificate can be achieved by any student who receives 125 house points. Both students' dedication and positive attitude have truly set an excellent example for others to follow.

It was a wonderful way to mark the end of their first term, celebrate how far they have come, and enjoy some well-deserved time together. A lovely start to the day and a fantastic way to round off their first term at school!

The Heart Starters programme introduced students to the basic principles of CPR. Instructors guided them through the critical steps, emphasising the importance of acting quickly during emergencies. 

The Royal Navy sessions were full of excitement as students learnt a variety of life skills and improved their knowledge on how the Royal Navy helps communities around the world.  Part of the session involved an engineering task, focused on building a transportation device suitable for use in a humanitarian crisis, followed by a race to determine which design was the best. 

Both training sessions focused on building confidence, so students would feel ready to step in and help during an emergency. Year 7 students walked away from the session equipped with practical knowledge that could one day help them save a life. 

We would like to extend a massive thank you to both Heart Starters and the Royal Navy for visiting our students and spending time with them.

We wish all our Year 11 students the very best as they prepare for their upcoming mocks!

Organised by the UK Mathematics Trust, the Maths Olympiad for Girls is a challenging national competition that encourages talented young mathematicians to tackle complex problems requiring creativity, logical thinking and mathematical reasoning.

Keziah and Ella are two of our most talented young mathematicians, and achieving a Merit in such a demanding competition is a fantastic accomplishment. It is wonderful to see them challenging themselves and engaging with mathematics beyond the classroom.

A huge well done to both students!

Year 7 Boys First 12-a-side Rugby Game

On Tuesday afternoon the Year 7 Rugby team played their first 12 aside game against Priory School.  The Churchill boys started strong and scored 8 tries in the first half. The game was more balanced in the second half with Churchill holding onto their lead winning 9 tries to 3 tries. 

It was great to see so many students getting involved with school rugby and we are looking forward to upcoming games and tournaments next term. 

Cross Country Running: A Whole School Event 

This week, Team PE turned our playing fields into a cross country course. Every year group took part throughout the week, with the course routes varying by difficulty for each year group. 

Every student did a fantastic job running the course, and the timings will be used to offer places on an upcoming regional competition.  Well done!

Year 10 Boys Rugby 

The 10 boys rugby team made the long trip down to Chard this week to take on a strong Holyrood team in the County Cup. The boys battled back from two scores down to within 7 points heading into the half-time break, but conceded a breakaway try at the stroke of half-time. 

Holyrood pulled away in the second half and ran out comfortable winners in the end. The team showed great potential and with some focussed training sessions, can push on next term. Well done to ‘grafter of the match’ Caspar, and ‘man of the match’ Riley! 

Next up is the North Somerset tournament on the 3rd November, which is the first day of term! 

Mr Redman expressed how proud he is of the Windsor Year 7 students, praising their enthusiasm, effort, and positive attitude throughout the term.

Keep it up, Windsor!

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that our 2028 whole-school musical will be the fabulous 9 to 5: The Musical, performed at the Playhouse Theatre in Weston-super-Mare!

Over the past few weeks, our Instagram page, @performingartschurchill, has been buzzing with excitement as we released a series of mysterious clues, hidden hints and a few deliberate red herrings! From a rose on an office desk to a Barbie doll in the boot of a car, we certainly kept everyone guessing! Did you manage to piece the clues together and work out the musical before the big reveal?

Featuring unforgettable songs by Dolly Parton, hilarious characters and an inspiring story of friendship, determination and standing up for what is right, 9 to 5 promises to be another spectacular Churchill production!

Following the incredible success of Legally Blonde, we cannot wait to bring another ambitious, large-scale musical to the professional stage, showcasing the extraordinary talent, creativity and dedication of our students.

Keep following @performingartschurchill on Instagram for all the latest news, audition announcements and behind-the-scenes excitement as we begin our journey towards 2028.

Get ready, Churchill… it's time to clock in for something spectacular!

The evening began with a working production meeting at Pizza Express, where students had the opportunity to discuss plans for our upcoming performances while enjoying some delicious food.

We then headed to the Hippodrome for an incredible theatrical experience, packed with breathtaking special effects, innovative staging and outstanding performances. Students were particularly impressed by the technical brilliance of the production and the incredible way the iconic film was brought to life on stage.

To make the evening even more special, we had the opportunity to hear from Bob Gale, the original co-creator and writer of Back to the Future, who shared insights into the creation of this much-loved story.

This trip is just one of the many exciting visits, workshops and enrichment opportunities that form part of our brilliant Sixth Form Performing Arts course here at Churchill Academy & Sixth Form. We are passionate about giving students experiences that go beyond the classroom, allowing them to see professional theatre in action, develop their creativity and gain valuable insights into the performing arts industry.

A truly inspiring evening and another fantastic example of the opportunities available to our talented Performing Arts students at Churchill!

The result was truly spectacular, as our students combined their own instruments with the beautiful sounds of the Kosmos Trio’s violin, viola and accordion to create a unique and memorable musical experience.

Year 7 Rugby Festival 

Last Monday, our Year 7 Rugby Boys team had their first fixture of the year at the Clevedon School Rugby Festival. We took 2 teams and played a total of 11 games. 

It was a very successful afternoon winning 8 of the games, with lots of students representing the academy for the first time!

Year 7 & 8 Girls Football’s Strong Afternoon

Our Year 7 & 8 Girls Football teams faced Priory this week having already played them here at the Academy 8-a-side. 

The Year 7 team lost a closely contested 5-3 match, with a strong second half come back. Meanwhile, Year 8 dominated their game with a strong 5-1 victory! 

We now move onto 9-a-side for our Year 7 team and 11-a-side for our Year 8 team, bigger pitches and even bigger goals!

Players of the Match were awarded to Nelly (Year 7) and Anna (Year 8). Well done!

On top of this, we also had the best attendance of all secondary schools in the Lighthouse Schools Partnership year-to-date last week!

Thank you to all families, students and staff for the high priority you give to school attendance - it is making a big difference!

Year 11 Boys Football Entertain Against Norton Hill
Our Year 11 Boys Football team hosted Norton Hill on Tuesday, in what turned out to be an entertaining, end-to-end game on the 3G. The boys battled right to the end, but ultimately ended up on the wrong end of a 5-4 scoreline. 

Archie picked up the man-of-the-match award following his hat trick, but there were strong performances all over the pitch.  Well done!

U14 Girls Football Team: Somerset Cup, Round 1
A massive congratulations to our U14 Girls Football team who won 8-0 against Clifton Trinity in the first round of the Somerset Cup. An incredible start to this cup run, all 17 players showcased their skills! 

Player of the match was awarded to Rosie. Well done!

KS3 Netball Have An Impressive Afternoon
Our Year 7 & 8 Netball teams had an impressive afternoon this week, giving us two exciting games of Netball.  

Year 7’s were up first, with this being one of the first few games of the season it was amazing to see how the team is progressing already. It was a close match that unfortunately went in the other teams favour with a final score of 3-2. 

Year 8 were on fire, dominating the game from the get-go and bringing home a 9-3 victory! 

Players of the match were awarded to Hannah (Year 7) and Freya (Year 8). Well done!

This prestigious Platinum Ticket gives Doug the opportunity to fast-track any  future application for Edwards Vacuum’s Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering. By receiving this recognition, Doug bypasses the initial recruitment phase, which typically sees nearly 1,000 applicants, and advances directly to the final assessment stage.

With beautiful weather and plenty of opportunity for a good chat along the way, everyone enjoyed a lovely afternoon together while supporting a great cause.

The students who took part are all members of the cast for our 2027 entry into Dance Live!, a national dance competition. This year’s dance piece explores the theme of dementia, so taking on this fundraising challenge felt like the perfect way to begin the rehearsal process and raise awareness of the cause behind their performance.

So far, the group has raised an amazing £450, but donations are still welcome. To support the students and staff in their fundraising efforts, please donate here!

Throughout Year 8, Nissi has made amazing progress in developing both her technique and performance skills. We are excited to see what Nissi will achieve in dance.

The day began with Mr Hildrew formally launching the conference and speaking to students about what leadership means. 

Students then took part in a series of team building activities designed to develop communication, trust and problem-solving. These activities gave students the chance to see how effective teams depend on a range of strengths, and to practise leading as well as following.

The morning continued with a creative group task, in which teams combined their ideas to produce a joint piece of work. This required planning, negotiation and compromise, and it was pleasing to see so many students taking the initiative, encouraging and celebrating each other's contributions. The finished results showed real imagination and a strong sense of teamwork.

In the afternoon, students were joined by our local MP, Tessa Munt, who spoke about leadership and her experiences of being a Member of Parliament. She gave students an insight into the responsibilities of representing the community, the challenges of making decisions that affect others, and the importance of listening to the people you serve. Students had the opportunity to ask questions, and their thoughtful, confident contributions reflected the ideas they had explored throughout the day.

Tessa Munt also held a student youth surgery with Miss Hockin at lunchtime and it was very well attended.  Students wanted to talk about the issues with bus timetables, roadworks affecting their punctuality and where they can attend Sixth Form, alongside the issues in the environment.  Also discussed were the opportunities for local people to get jobs and more opportunities to study different subjects in line with the new announcement.  

The room is always buzzing with enthusiasm when Tessa comes to visit and hopefully we'll be able to offer another trip to Parliament for those interested during this academic year. 

Getting involved in youth politics is available to all so please speak with Miss Hockin, Leader of Learning for History and Politics, or Ms North, Student Leadership Coordinator, if you are interested. 

Isabelle maintains a positive and conscientious attitude at all times making her a fantastic asset to the dance department.

KS3 Girls Football Victorious Afternoon Against Priory

Our Year 7, 8 & 9 Girls Football teams faced Priory this week to kickstart their season. It was a fantastic afternoon, with ALL of our teams coming away with the victory.  With plenty of upcoming games, we can’t wait to see how our girls get on! 

KS3 Girls Netball Victorious Afternoon Against Sidcot

Our Year 7, 8 & 9 Girls Netball teams had their first match of the season against Sidcot this week. Each of our teams played excellently, with everybody’s skills improving throughout the games and they ALL secured victories. The final scores were:

Year 7: 8-3, Player’s of the Match were awarded to Holly & Poppy

Year 8: 6-3, Player of the Match was awarded to Issy

Year 9: 12-4, Player’s of the Match were awarded to Arianna & Annie

Sidcot’s staff noted that all of our students played with a really positive attitude, we couldn’t be prouder of our players, well done! 

Working in House teams, students were challenged to move their golf ball thirty metres using lengths of plastic guttering. A dropped ball meant a trip back to the start line, so teams had to balance speed with steady hands to be successful. Ten minutes of practice were followed by two inter-house races, where points were on offer for all teams that completed the course. 

After three keenly contested races, the points were tallied to reveal the final placings below!

1st =  Windsor and Lancaster with 10 points

3rd = Tudor and Stuart with 9 points

5th    Hanover with 8 points                                                                                                                             

Well done to all involved, keep an eye out for the next House competition to get involved in. 

A special thank you to our Year 11 House Captains and Year 10 Student Leaders who helped organise, encourage and support the Year 7 teams.

Families were welcomed by our House Captains and student tour guides, who helped visitors explore the Academy and experience what life at Churchill is all about.

There was plenty to see and do across the evening. Our Science Department had families getting involved in Chemistry and Biology experiments, whilst Design Technology showcased student work and gave visitors the chance to make their own keyrings.

Food Technology was a particular favourite, with homemade bread, dehydrated fruit, popcorn and candy floss on offer. Our PE Department hosted a range of activities, including the challenge to beat Mr Matthews at netball by scoring more than six baskets in 30 seconds!

Visitors could also enjoy language games with our Student Language Leaders, explore fascinating activities in Humanities, take part in challenges in Maths and IT, and see students creating artwork live in Art.

Our Music Department gave families the chance to try instruments including African drums, guitars, keyboards and orchestral marimba, as well as experience music production.

The Academy Hall showcased our wide range of extracurricular opportunities, including chess, Warhammer, Magic: The Gathering, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Student Leadership and our Mental Health Support Team.

The evening also saw a fantastic showcase of talent from our Performing Arts Department, with singers in the recording studio, dancers rehearsing their Dance Live! piece and the cast of Oliver! beginning their first rehearsal.

It was wonderful to welcome so many families and to showcase the incredible talents, opportunities and experiences that make Churchill Academy & Sixth Form special.

Thank you to everyone who joined us — we hope you enjoyed the evening as much as we did!

Secondary School Applications

Applications should be made through your local council. The closing date for all secondary school applications is 11:59pm on 31 October 2026.

Please remember that the rehearsal schedule is subject to change as the production develops. We will always give as much notice as possible. Important updates will be shared through the school newsletter, but the Oliver Google Classroom will always have the most up-to-date rehearsal information, so students should check this regularly.

Attendance really matters. Oliver! is a huge team effort and every cast member has an important part to play. We therefore ask that every effort is made to attend all rehearsals students are called for. We understand that unavoidable circumstances can arise, but regular attendance is essential to keep the production moving forward.

Sixth Form Open Evening – Wednesday 14th October

Our Sixth Form Open Evening takes place from 5.00pm–8.00pm. Some Oliver! students may be required to attend for rehearsal or performance purposes. Exact details will be confirmed on Google Classroom, including which students are needed and when.

Performance Dates – Please Save the Dates!

Oliver! will be performed from 13th–16th January 2027.

Parents and carers should make a note of these dates now and plan accordingly. We will confirm which cast will perform at each performance before the October half term, so families will have plenty of notice to make arrangements.

Thank you for your fantastic support so far. The enthusiasm and commitment from the students has been brilliant, and we cannot wait to see Oliver! come together!

All 65 started the hike in North Wootton, camped in Rodney Stoke, before finishing up back at the Academy the following day.  Students covered at least 30KM across difficult terrain whilst carrying their full kits, being fully self sufficient for 48 hours! 

We want to say a massive well done to all of our DofE students who have shown real determination, resilience and hard work over the course of their Bronze award.

Lillie has always had a passion for helping others and went on to join Avon & Somerset Police after leaving the Academy, but she wanted to take helping others even further. 

“Around 2,000 people in the UK are waiting for a stem cell transplant, whilst only 7% of eligible people are registered as potential donors. Becoming a stem cell donor felt like an opportunity to give somebody a second chance at life.”

Lillie has written a wonderful piece for Avon & Somerset Police about the experience, and the importance of becoming a stem cell donor. You can read the piece here.

What an incredible four days of auditions we have had for our KS3 production of Oliver! Students from Years 7, 8 and 9 absolutely blew us away with their talent, confidence and enthusiasm and we really couldn’t ask for anything more!

The standard was exceptionally high and we are so proud of every single student who walked through the audition room door. The future of Performing Arts at Churchill is most certainly bright, and judging by what we have seen this week, there is food, glorious food… for thought when it comes to the amount of talent coming through!

A huge thank you must go to our fantastic Senior Student Leadership Team, led by Performing Arts Captains Ceci Brumby and Katelyn Troskie. They have worked brilliantly throughout the audition process and faced some incredibly difficult casting decisions. Their maturity, leadership and support for our younger performers has been outstanding.

And now… the cast list is up!

We are delighted that every student who auditioned has been cast in the show. Every one of them showed that they deserve to be part of this production, and we cannot wait to see this company grow together. The Churchill Performing Arts family just keeps getting bigger — so consider yourself well and truly at home!

All cast members will be invited to join the Oliver! Google Classroom, where rehearsal schedules and important information will be posted. Please make sure you accept the invitation.

Our first rehearsal takes place during Open Evening on Wednesday 30th September. Not everyone will be required, so cast members should check Google Classroom carefully to find out whether they are needed.

Congratulations again to everyone who auditioned. You were brave, brilliant and a credit to the department. Who will buy into this year’s musical? We certainly have — and we cannot wait to get started!

Keep an eye on @performingartschurchill on Instagram for rehearsal updates, photos and plenty more Oliver! news.

KS4 Hockey Start Strong Against Sidcot

Our KS4 Hockey team had an excellent start to the season winning their first match against Sidcot 6-1. It was Scarlet and Maiya’s debut match for the Academy, and what a match it was! 

Isis was named player of the match for her three goals scored, with Molly, Katie and Milly each scoring a goal as well. Well done!

U16 Girls Football’s Pre Season Victory

Our U16 Girls Football team travelled to Millfield for a preseason game ahead of the start of the Somerset Cup.  Millfield started strong, scoring a goal in the first minute however that didn’t stop our students who managed to bring it home with a 5-1 victory.  

Lois scored a hat trick and Amy put the final two goals in the net, whilst Mary and Anya’s defensive wall at the back proved impossible for Millfield to get past.  Up next, the Somerset Cup!

Year 9 Boys Rugby Kick Off Season In Style

Our Year 9 Boys Rugby team kicked off the season in superb style with a victory against Crisipin. It was a thrilling match, with Churchill dominating the field, bringing the final score to 59-22. What a way to start the season!

With 78 applicants competing for just 16 places, selected through their written application statements, our four students truly stood out.

During their practical session, they put their culinary skills to the test by making bread dough, fresh rolls and pizzas. They were fantastic ambassadors for the academy and represented Team Food brilliantly.

The programme is led by Chef Matt Lord from Compass Group at City of Bristol College.

Congratulations to you all, what a fantastic achievement!

Sophie has immersed herself fully into Sixth Form and successfully auditioned for our 2027 Dance Live! Piece, getting cast as one of the main roles. Incredible!

As the youngest rider on the line, George faced a tough challenge but he certainly wasn’t intimidated. Putting in an impressive performance, he crossed the finish line in first place to take home the win! 

A fantastic achievement and a brilliant way to support such an important cause. Well done, George!

He also secured a well-deserved silver medal in the 50m Butterfly, finishing just 0.02 seconds behind first place. Swimming from the outside lanes, it was an amazing performance right to the finish.

Leo has now earned his place on the National Somerset County Squad, heading to Sheffield at the beginning of October. To make the week even more special, he also received confirmation on Monday that he has progressed to the next stage of the National Pathway, joining the Youth Performance Squad.

We couldn’t be prouder of everything Leo has achieved and can’t wait to see what comes next!

Ella spent a week on a residential course, working alongside young singers from across the country. The week culminated in a performance by the 200+ strong choir at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire on 22 August, with Matthew Quinn as Principal Conductor.

The choir performed a diverse programme of music, including works by Charles Wood, Caroline Shaw and Jacob Collier. They also recorded several pieces for Spotify, which are due to be released early next year.

Ella is currently studying her A-Levels, including Music and this is a fantastic recognition of her talent and dedication.

The film stars Oscar nominee Saoirse Ronan as Marie, a teacher who takes drastic action when one particularly badly behaved pupil threatens an important OFSTED inspection.

Holly plays herself as one of Marie’s pupils and spent her Easter holidays filming on location in Bruton and Shepton Mallet.

A fantastic experience for Holly and we cannot wait to see her shine in this film!

Both girls continue to demonstrate a wonderful work ethic and we look forward to seeing what they can achieve throughout the year.

Competing against strong Year 8 and 9 girls’ teams, Isabelle and her teammates narrowly missed out on a place in the main semi-finals. However, they bounced back in style to win the tournament’s Plate Trophy.

A fantastic achievement and a great experience for Isabelle and the team!

Students, staff and families were joined by guest speaker Herbie Alexander, who spoke about his journey after leaving Churchill, and the choices which led him to joining drone display company Celestial, touring with Oasis and coming second in Britain’s Got Talent. It was great to welcome Herbie back to Churchill and hear all about his successes, as well as seeing a video of his Britain’s Got Talent experience!

Chris Hildrew, Headteacher at Churchill Academy & Sixth Form, comments: 

"GCSE results day is an important milestone, and we're so proud of our students' hard work and dedication in achieving these superb examination results. I want to thank the students’ families and the Academy’s staff who have supported the students throughout their studies. We are confident that the students have a strong foundation to prepare them for the next exciting chapter of their lives, and we look forward to celebrating their future accomplishments."

The school is particularly pleased with the strong achievements made by all students, demonstrating their resilience and determination to succeed. More than half of students achieved strong passes (grade 5+) in English and Maths, with over 75% of grades awarded being grade 4 or above.

Among the many success stories are Hannah Jaloszynski, Nelly Withers, Samuel Winterton, Alice Walker, Ben Ives, Emma Fox, Jacob Field, Doug Cornick, Isaac Joyce, Ella Weeks, Charlie Costigan and Ella Weeks, all of whom achieved all their GCSE results at grades 9, 8 or 7. Special mention must be reserved for Tomos Parsons, who achieved a staggering eleven GCSEs all at grade 9.

Exceptional performance was seen in Art & Design (including Textiles), Design & Technology, French, Food and Nutrition, Religious Education, and Biology, Physics and Chemistry, all of which students can continue to study at Churchill Sixth Form. 

This success follows the Academy's most recent Ofsted Inspection, which rated Churchill Academy & Sixth Form as "Good" in all areas. The report praised the school for its "broad and ambitious curriculum that prepares students well for their next steps in learning." 

With a dedicated Sixth Form offering over 30 courses, the Academy will welcome back the majority of its Year 11 students in September. A significant number of students from other local schools will also join them, all of whom have chosen a provision that Ofsted described as taking a "comprehensive approach to preparing pupils for life beyond school." The Ofsted report also noted that the Academy ensures students progress to "destinations that align with their interests and aspirations."

The Academy invites prospective families to learn more about its successful curriculum at its upcoming Open Evenings. The Open Evening for future Year 7 students will take place on Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 5pm, and the Sixth Form Open Evening will be on Thursday 15th October 2025.

For more information about these events, please visit www.churchill-academy.org/open-days.