We will be holding a few open events this year to give all prospective Year 7 parents and pupils the chance to come and visit us. These events will give you a little insight into what is means to be a pupil at Bloxwich Academy and give you the chance to ask any questions you may have.
Open Evening will take place on Thursday 12th September 2024 – 4pm – 7.30pm
Open Mornings will take place on Monday 30th September – Friday 4th October between 9:20 – 10:00am.
Congratulations to all pupils who have collected their GCSE results today! We are so proud of your hard work and wish you the best of luck in your future endeavours.
Students at Bloxwich Academy are all set to study fantastic university courses after achieving excellent A level results.
They include Kyriakos Sia who earned A*A*A. He’s off to study Mathematics at the University of Birmingham. He said: “Thank you to everyone. I’m going to miss this place.”
Other successes include Priya Salan (Law and Criminology at the University of Birmingham), Siria Cavaginni (Aerospace Engineering at the University of Manchester), Emily Robins (Children’s Nursing), Aqsa Ejaz (Biomedical Science), Molly-May Davies (Forensic Investigation), Caleigh Wilson (Law).
“I am absolutely thrilled to congratulate each of you on your outstanding results and exciting future destinations. Your hard work, determination, and resilience have truly paid off, and I couldn’t be prouder.
As you embark on the next chapter of your lives, whether it be further education, apprenticeships, or entering the workforce, remember that the skills and knowledge you have learned, Continue to strive for excellence, embrace new challenges, and stay curious. You’ve shown us all what can be achieved with commitment and perseverance.
Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors.
– Mr Prime
Walsall College, in partnership with Walsall Council, is hosting their free Future Foodies programme for 14 – 16 year olds to focus on food preparation and eating well!
This four-day course, beginning in July and August, aims to promote holistic life skills and an independent diet routine, with the aim of empowering young people in Walsall to make positive informed lifestyle choices that continue into adulthood!
Students will be presented at the end of the course with a Walsall College and Walsall Council certificate of completion!
During this course we want students to gain confidence, as well as teamworking skills and organisational skills within topics that cover:
| · Healthy eating and nutrition · Sugar reduction | · Food growing initiatives · Budgeting skills | · Sustainability |
Some of our practical kitchen sessions will include a session on foods from varying cultural backgrounds, using refined sugars in desserts and replicating takeaway foods at home!
Our four-day courses are available on either of the following dates from 9.30am – 4pm:
| 22nd July -25th July 29th July – 1st August 12th August – 15th August 19th August – 22nd August |
Scan the QR code on the poster attached or click on the following link to register your place on the Future Foodies programme:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/future-foodies-tickets-934531206997?aff=websiteevent
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For pupils joining us in September, come along to our Summer School at Bloxwich Academy to enjoy a range of exciting activities. You will be able to meet staff here at the school, experience the fresh tasty food in the canteen and engage in different activities to meet and make new friends before you start in September. You will have the opportunity to do orienteering, abstract art, origami and team building activities. On the Thursday we have booked an inflatable party for you to enjoy. The Summer School will run from 10am-2pm from Monday 29th July-Thursday 1st August.
Any parent wanting their child to come to the summer school, please contact us on
01922710257 or email postbox@bloxwichacademy.co.uk
If you child is registered with Walsall Activity Fund, please include your childs code.
On Wednesday 10th July, Y9 had the exciting opportunity to meet and speak to Chantel Brooks. In “The Pursuit of Success” author and educator Chantel Brooks took pupils on a personal journey through her own school and career progression. Aimed at teenagers on the cusp of taking their GCSEs, her book offers invaluable insight and guidance for navigating the many challenges that lie ahead.
From the nerve-wracking anticipation of Results Day to the daunting decision of whether university is the right path, Chantel shared and drew on her own experiences to offer honest and relatable advice. But her assembly was not just about exams and career choices – it also delved into the emotional complexities of being a teenager in today’s world.
As someone who has often felt like a square peg in a round hole, Chantel understands the pressures and anxieties that come with trying to fit in while staying true to herself. Throughout her time at the school, she explored different perspectives, including those of students, parents, teachers, employers, and entrepreneurs, offering a well-rounded view of what it takes to succeed in the modern world.
Above all, Chantel’s event today was a reminder to our pupils that it’s never too late to chart your own path. With a mix of personal anecdotes, practical advice, and inspiring insights, Chantel inspired our pupils and motivated them to ‘Be the Best they can Be’.
Thursday 4th July will hold memories for many of our Year 11 cohort. The prom got off to a glamourous start with glitzy cars, fire engines and beautiful outfits worn by all. As the night progressed, we had a captivating performance by the fire performer, caricatures of the pupils, and poses thrown on the 360-photo booth.
Pupils and staff danced the night away starting with the crowning of the Prom King and Queen, followed by a spectacular dance off between the staff and pupils. I think we can all agree that our very own Mr Booth won the show.
We would like to thank everyone who made the night a memorable evening. Congratulations to our Year 11 cohort and we wish you all the success in the future.
On 4th July, Year 10 had an assembly from an external speaker to motivate them in their career paths and choices. Ste Hamilton is a ‘local boy’ born and raised in Willenhall, attended a local school, and is now a successful property developer in the area. Ste spoke to the pupils about his journey; from GCSEs at school, to part time work, and then taking opportunities to excel through networking and contacts.
Ste invited pupils up on to the stage to speak to the room. Employment skills and attitudes for success were discussed and pupils were keen to demonstrate their confidence, communication skills, resilience, critical thinking, dedication, collaboration and flexibility. Pupils that demonstrated these skills to the highest level and impressed the room and Ste were rewarded for their efforts.
A huge well done K. Gyan Baffour, C. Herpers, E. Oyewole-Omodunni for their efforts and rewards. A special mention also to T. Bailey who demonstrated resilience to the highest level in his ‘sales pitch’ of a product; proving that even when things might not go right in the first place, there is always the option and ability to try again and improve. Truly being the best we can be!
On Wednesday 3rd July 2024, 60 year 8 pupils had the opportunity to be involved with a STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) day.
Firstly, the pupils were tasked with building the tallest paper tower using only paper. Many pupils believed this was ‘impossible’ at first but after hard work and resilience they built freestanding towers. Pupils then had to design their own futuristic train stations where they worked in teams and presented their train station in front of everyone. The last task the pupils had was to design and build a tunnel using paper straws and tape. The tunnel had to hold a 1 kg weight and allow the train to go through. The pupils involved were an absolute credit to the academy and should be very proud of their accomplishments from the day!
On Thursday 27th June, four Bloxwich Academy pupils enjoyed a football-related language learning enrichment activity with a company called Futbol Lingo at Barr Beacon School.
Pupils involved were;
L Horton-Stokes – 8T2
T Taylor – 8S1
A Rose – 8S2
M Waddison – 8W1
They were an absolute credit to themselves and the Academy!
Futbol Lingo is an initiative from professional football coaches and linguists, Pierce Kiembi and Mark Muddyman. We have been working with them to see how we can inspire language learning through the medium of football.
Futbol Lingo offers a pioneering app designed by UEFA Licenced coaches at Sports Lingo Group Ltd. to help other coaches, footballers and football lovers alike learn football-specific language and facilitate communication by breaking down the language barrier.
It helps to promote MFL and highlight its importance in the football industry with motivational talks and workshops.
The education offer from Futbol Lingo is very exciting – combining football themed activities with motivation and inspiration for language learning and the practical opportunities that exist for future careers.
Pierce and Mark are inspirational football coaches and linguists. They aim to inspire future linguists and open young people’s minds about the wealth of opportunities for people who speak other languages and also understand other cultures in the football industry.
Pierce has a wealth of experience in the football industry as both a professional player and a coach and worked yesterday with Year 8 pupils from across the trust. There was a motivational talk on the value of languages followed by a practical football session conducted in French!
For more information on how Pierce helps football players and coaches overcome language barriers across the world, please download the app:
The app will show you how to understand football-related language and give you an insight into the importance of languages in the sporting world!
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Leamore Lane
Bloxwich, Walsall
West Midlands
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T: 01922 710 257
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