Mary has been recognised for her hard work and dedication in dance over the past term.
Known for her positive attitude and determination, she consistently approaches all tasks with enthusiasm and a desire to improve. Her commitment to progressing in her skills has not gone unnoticed, earning her well-deserved praise.
Well done, Mary!
KS4 hockey team take home a last-minute win!
The Academy took on Priory in a KS4 girls hockey match, coming away with a 2 - 1 win! It was a close game with Jenna scoring the first goal ending the first half with a draw, the second half went down to the final ten minutes where Jenna scored again, securing us the win in a tight 1v1 with the goal-keeper. The player of the match was awarded to Alice! Well done girls!
Year 7 test out disc sports!
On Monday afternoon some of our Year 7 students visited St Katherine’s school to take part in a disc sports afternoon. The students got to play games of Frisbee Golf and Ultimate Frisbee. It was a great event for the students to try something different and everybody had a fantastic time!
Year 7’s first rugby tournament!
On Wednesday, our Year 7 Rugby team had their first official outing representing the Academy in the Cheddar RFC Tournament. In a series of six matches, the boys got off to a nervous start but soon found their feet securing three wins and three draws. Their exceptional rugby playing was enough to finish joint first place with the Blue School – what an excellent start to the Year 7 Rugby Campaign!
A big thank you to all the parents who also came out to watch the tournament in adverse conditions!
Abby, Year 9, has earned recognition as the Secondary Runner-Up in the Lighthouse Schools Partnership (LSP) Art Competition. Her stunning lighthouse painting, which creatively blends greens and purples with intricate details of waves crashing against a cliffside, captivated the judges with its ability to capture the essence of a windy summer's day.
The competition, organised by the LSP saw numerous entries from talented young artists. Students were challenged to create unique and powerful depictions of lighthouses, with the goal of showcasing their creativity and artistic skills.
The results highlighted the fierce competition for the four coveted awards: Primary Winner, Primary Runner-Up, Secondary Winner, and Secondary Runner-Up. Abby's artwork stood out for its vibrant colour palette and skilful blending of grass and sky, earning her a well-deserved spot among the top entries.
The winning artworks will be on display at the LSP headquarters throughout the coming year, allowing visitors to admire the creativity and talent of the trust's young artists.
Congratulations to all the winners for their impressive contributions!
Here are the winning pieces:
On 1st October 2024, 52 students in Years 11, 12 and 13 took part in this year's Senior Maths Challenge, a national problem-solving competition aimed at stretching high attaining mathematicians.
A staggering 79% of our students who entered achieved a bronze, silver, or gold certificate this year. That’s well above the national average!
Congratulations to the four students who achieved a gold certificate: Ross (Year 11), Sam and Hugh (Year 12), and Adam (Year 13).
A special mention must go to Ross, who not only achieved the highest score in the Academy but also scored a maximum score of 125 by answering all of the questions correctly.
Within the Maths Department, we believe this is the first time a Churchill student has achieved the maximum possible score on the Senior Maths Challenge—an outstanding achievement—well done, Ross! Ross has qualified for the British Mathematical Olympiad, which takes place next month.
Well done to all students who took part in this year's Senior Maths Challenge!
Get ready for one of the most anticipated events on our school calendar, as students from all year groups come together to showcase their musical talents on The Playhouse stage.
The show will feature our big orchestra, concert band, choirs, and soul band, along with many other talented ensembles. Each group has been working hard to prepare an impressive selection of festive music!
As a special treat, the concert will also include a sneak preview of our production of We Will Rock You. Audiences will get a glimpse of the energy and excitement that the full production will bring in January, setting the stage for what is sure to be an unforgettable show.
The evening will close with a highly anticipated performance by our junior choir, whose enthusiasm has made them a crowd favourite every year. Their closing set is guaranteed to leave everyone feeling the Christmas spirit!
Tickets are now available for £15 for adults or £8 for children. This is a concert you won't want to miss, so be sure to book your tickets early and join us for a night of musical festive magic!
To Book: https://www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk/playhouse-theatre/whats-on/churchill-academy-christmas-concert
Last week, several of our students in Years 7, 8 and 9 proudly represented the Academy at the Allianz MoveNow Festival, held at SGS College in Bristol. This event was designed to encourage inclusivity and provide students with the opportunity to explore a variety of sports in a fun and supportive environment.
Our students participated in activities such as boccia, seated volleyball, archery, and blind football, offering them a unique chance to try something new while building teamwork and confidence.
The festival was a fantastic experience for everyone involved, highlighting the importance of inclusivity and physical activity in fostering student well-being. We are incredibly proud of our students for embracing the day with enthusiasm and for representing the Academy so well!
Since commencing BTEC Dance, Alice has worked incredibly hard and with great determination.
Her choreographic skills have improved drastically and she is using her development skills to support the Dance department in our Year 9 Dance Club.
A fantastic start to Year 10!
Coming this January, our KS3 production will be the iconic musical ‘We Will Rock You’!
The entire production is a student-led effort, with our senior students running everything behind the scenes, while our talented KS3 performers take centre stage.
With auditions now complete, rehearsals are well underway. This week's focus was on the Queen hits ‘I Want to Break Free’ and ‘Somebody To Love’. The show is already shaping up to be spectacular!
Keep an eye out for exclusive behind-the-scenes updates and sneak peeks—this is one performance you won’t want to miss!
Tickets will be available soon!
Sixth Form Girls Netball Team Face Narrow Defeat Against Clevedon
This week, Churchill Sixth Form’s netball team played an intense away game against Clevedon in what turned out to be a closely fought contest.
The Academy held the lead through the first two quarters in a closely contested match, but Clevedon mounted a determined comeback in the final quarter, ultimately securing a 15-11 victory.
Despite the result, our players put up a strong fight throughout the match.
The standout performance came from Eva, who was named Player of the Match for her excellent play.
Well done girls!
Academy Boys Win Against Somervale!
Our Year 8 Football team had the Somerset Cup in their sights this week. They went up against Somervale in an exciting match, and they came out on top. Taking the pitch by storm, the boys walked away with an 8-0 victory!
Year 10 boys also faced Somervale this week, with an equally 2-0 victory!
Keep it up boys!
We are inviting Year 10 students to take the next step in their Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE) journey by signing up for the Silver Award. Students are encouraged to seize this opportunity to enhance their skills, embark on new adventures and contribute to their communities.
Some of the key details you'll need to know:
Registration Deadline: Students must pay the £28.50 registration fee by November 4th, 2024, via ParentPay.
Practice Expedition: Scheduled to take place from 7th to 9th July 2025, this will serve as essential preparation for the assessed expedition.
Assessed Expedition: Summer 2026 (for then Year 11 students), will mark the culmination of the students' expedition journey.
Expedition Costs: The cost of the expedition is estimated to be £250.
By participating in the Silver DofE Award, students will have the opportunity to build teamwork, leadership, and resilience skills while enjoying the challenge of the great outdoors. This award is a step up from the Bronze level, offering more advanced activities and longer expeditions.
For more information, view the brochure here or speak to Mr Waller.
Our Year 13 Food Science & Nutrition students have been hard at work this week, putting their culinary and problem-solving skills to the test as part of their Unit 3 mock exam: Experimenting to Solve Food Production Problems. The focus of their challenge was to improve an artisan Chelsea bun recipe, addressing specific issues with the product’s quality and production.
Throughout the process, students have been busy creating, developing, and testing variations of the traditional sweet treat. Each student made thoughtful recommendations for improvement.
These recommendations will now be passed on to the artisan baker for consideration. The successful project highlights the students’ hands-on approach to learning.
With the mock unit now completed, the Academy looks forward to seeing where these food students will go next. Well done Year 13!