Here at Bloxwich Academy Primary, our term has ended with a fantastic reading celebration: our first VIP Reading Cafe! Children who completed their Starbooks or Bookflix loyalty cards were invited to a truly magical session where they enjoyed a hot chocolate and marshmallows and had the chance to select a book of their choice. They also enjoyed sharing their reading with Mrs Shepherd and Miss Stott. A huge well done to our first attendees! We cannot wait to see who will be next to complete their loyalty cards and receive a special invite to the next VIP Reading Cafe! 

On Monday, all the children from Nursery to Year 6 had a fantastic time visiting some very special animals – pygmy goats and alpacas! The children were full of excitement as they met the friendly animals, watched them up close, and learned more about how they live. There were lots of smiles and laughter, and it was a wonderful experience that everyone will remember.

In Nursery, we have been on a lovely journey aboard The Polar Express. The children truly got into the spirit of Christmas, using their imaginations and sharing lots of excitement along the way. To make our adventure extra special, we enjoyed a delicious cup of hot chocolate topped with yummy marshmallows. It was a magical experience filled with smiles, festive cheer, and wonderful memories. 🎄☕✨

Primary pupils were rewarded on their termly 'Good To Be Green' day with a choice of wide range of activities across the school. From cooking to DJ club, football to 'Hungry Hippos', crafting to construction and Mario Karts to karaoke, we celebrated the pupils' fantastic behaviour in style!  

Yesterday, we hosted a vibrant and engaging Diwali Parent Workshop that brought families together to celebrate the Festival of Lights. Parents had the opportunity to learn about the traditional art of Rangoli, exploring its cultural significance and the intricate designs that make it so special.

After the introduction, children and parents worked side by side to create their own beautiful Rangoli patterns, filling the room with colour, creativity, and community spirit. To round off the afternoon, Ms Fowler treated everyone to delicious samples of samosas and onion bhajis, offering a taste of traditional Indian cuisine.

It was a joyful event filled with learning, laughter, and a wonderful sense of togetherness — a perfect way to honour the Diwali celebration.

Last Friday we celebrated National Teaching Assistant Day. We took a moment across school to recognize the incredible contributions of our Teaching Assistants (TAs) who support learning, inspire our children, and help classrooms thrive every single day. 

Whether helping with lesson preparation, working one-on-one with pupils, or providing a calm and consistent presence, TAs are essential to the success of our wonderful school. 

🎉 A huge THANK YOU to all our TAs — your dedication, patience, and passion make a real difference. 

As an appreciation of our gratitude, teachers made cards with pupils in their classes and bought gifts.  

We are delighted to share proposals for the redevelopment of Bloxwich Academy Primary School, brought forward by Kier on behalf of the Department for Education.

This once-in-a-generation project will deliver a modern, secure, and sustainable school that provides pupils, staff, and the wider community with outstanding facilities for learning, play and personal development.

A brand-new school building

The existing school will be replaced with a two-storey, purpose-built facility, positioned in the north-east corner of the site. This location has been carefully chosen to improve safeguarding and provide a safer and more inspiring setting for children to learn and grow. 

Throughout the project, the current school building will remain in use, ensuring continuity of learning without the need for temporary classrooms. The new school is expected to be ready by Summer 2028.

What’s new?

The redevelopment will introduce:

• 🌟 Modern classrooms with the latest learning technology
• ⚽ A new sports pitch and two multi-use games areas (MUGAs)
• 🌳 Outdoor learning and informal play spaces
• 💧 Rain gardens, attenuation ponds and sustainable drainage
• 🔋 EV charging points and ground source heat pumps to support sustainability

The wellbeing of pupils remains the top priority. The new design enhances security and safeguarding, while retaining and protecting key habitats. With expert input from Natural England and ecological specialists, the project will also introduce new planting and improve biodiversity across the site.

Access and transport

The school will remain well-connected by foot, cycle and bus, and as this is a redevelopment (not an expansion), there will be no increase in traffic or pupil numbers. Access will continue via the existing routes, minimising disruption to the community.

Project timeline

• October 2025 – Planning application submitted
• Spring 2026 – Construction begins
• Summer 2028 – New school completed 🎉

Consultation

A public consultation is being held between 10–24 September 2025. A drop-in event will take place at Bloxwich Academy Primary School on 18 September (3:30pm – 7:00pm) for those who wish to find out more. 

• You can read the Keir consultation letter HERE.
• Download a feedback form HERE.
• Read our parental letter HERE.