What an amazing time we had at Alton Towers last Friday! 200 of our pupils were rewarded with a fantastic day out, and they made the most of every moment. It was a brilliant opportunity for them to be recognised for their hard work and dedication, and we couldn’t be prouder of their achievements. The day was filled with smiles, laughter, and unforgettable memories. We would love to see even more pupils on our next rewards trip, so please encourage your children to stay focused and aim high. With your support, they can achieve anything! Let’s make sure they don’t miss out on the next adventure!

Pupils in Bloxwich Academy’s Book to Film club had a visit from a few special guests this week. Staff joined the pupils reading “Goodnight Mister Tom”. Pupils and staff share the reading of the book each week. Following the special guests, pupils comments included “I really enjoyed it”, “it was great”, and “I cant wait for next week”. Each week, staff will be joining the Book to Film Club. It runs on a Tuesday and Thursday from 3:10pm-4:00pm

We know it can be tricky deciding whether to keep your child off school when they’re unwell. To help, there are government guidelines available to manage specific infectious diseases. You can check these guidelines on attached GOV.UK link for advice on when children should stay home and when they’re okay to attend. If you do keep your child at home, it’s important to inform the school on the first day. Please call and let us know your child won’t be attending and provide the reason. If your child is well enough to attend but has an infection that could be passed on, such as head lice or a cold sore, please let their teacher know. Thank you for helping us keep everyone healthy!

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26/09/2024 –

Well done to 7T1 for leading the way in the attendance tables since the start of the academic year. 11W1 are our biggest climbers from last week. Every day counts towards helping your form climb the table.

Bloxwich Academy held their annual Macmillan Cake Sale on Thursday 26^th September. Staff kindly supplied the cakes, with Sixth Form pupils offering to support with the sale.   Bloxwich Academy do this to support Macmillan and make a valuable contribution to a charity that works to support millions of families across the country. Pupils came at break time to support the event and we were able to raise £408.12 for a fantastic Charity.

Thank you to all of the staff and pupils at Bloxwich Academy.

A huge congratulations to all our pupils who achieved 100% attendance last year. Each of these dedicated pupils received a 100% attendance badge and a £25 gift voucher as a reward for their fantastic commitment.

Let’s aim high this year! Parents, your support is crucial in helping our pupils reach their full potential. Encourage your child to aim for 100% attendance this year- every day counts!

As part of our Personal Development Curriculum, we are looking at pupils’ safety in the community. On Tuesday 17^th and Wednesday 18^th September 2024, pupils in years 7-10 experienced a fantastic performance and interactive assembly promoting awareness of gang association relating to knife crime and county lines, online perceptions and the laws surrounding this. Pupils were made aware of the statistics relating to knife crimes and the powers of Stop and Search, including the risk of joint enterprise and being charged for crimes for any association with an unlawful action.

Pupils were given strategies to stay safe and protect themselves in the community. Pupils were reminded that “We are a Telling School” and to report any concerns or to ask any questions to staff members in school including form tutors, teaching staff, Head of House and Leadership.

We would like to thank Saltmine Trust for supporting Bloxwich Academy and promoting the message of safety in the community.

If you have any questions relating to this performance, please contact Miss Williamson via postbox@bloxwichacademy.co.uk

Schools across Matrix Academy Trust have been recognising the International Day of Democracy (15th September).​

International Day of Democracy began in 1997 and it is based on the principles of equality, liberty, and justice. Democracy is essential for human rights and development.​

Schools will be considering the meaning behind the international day, but also our modern British values – democracy and individual liberty.​

We practise democracy in all of our schools by electing pupils to take on various roles and responsibilities on behalf of their peers including Form Captains, School Council Representatives, Personal Development Ambassadors, Anti-Bullying Ambassadors and Careers Champions.​

We will be celebrating democracy in our schools across the week by voting for our peers and encouraging our pupils to take on these fulfilling roles for the academic year ahead.

We are proud to present our Bloxwich Academy School Council. This is a fantastic opportunity and promotes the democracy we have in place to enable our pupils to freely elect their representatives. Our School Council have already started to showcase their ideas to promote and drive our Bloxwich Values. We have a number of exciting projects that they will take a leading role in moving forward. Well done to each of you for making this valuable contribution to Bloxwich Academy.