This year’s Year 6 Open Evening was a wonderful celebration of everything that makes Bloxwich Academy such a special place to learn. The event gave prospective pupils and their families the chance to explore our school, meet staff and experience first-hand the excitement of life at Bloxwich.

Every department pulled out all the stops to showcase their very best. The Science department wowed visitors with spectacular hands-on experiments, from pupils holding real hearts to dramatic flame demonstrations that lit up the room. In Performing Arts, the stage came alive with performances that highlighted the incredible talent and confidence of our pupils. Over in English, families were invited to step into live lessons, offering a real taste of the engaging and inspiring teaching that takes place every day in all departments. 

We also highlighted the importance of extracurricular with the help of our Combined Cadet Force, who demonstrated a flight stimulator. 

Throughout the evening, our pupils shone as proud ambassadors of the school. From guiding families around the building to assisting in demonstrations, their enthusiasm and commitment were second to none. Many parents and carers commented on how impressed they were by the maturity, friendliness and passion of our pupils

It was truly a night to remember – a celebration of our community, our talent and our values. We are proud to have shared “the Best of Bloxwich” with our future families, and we look forward to welcoming the next generation of pupils into our Academy.

On Friday 26th September, Bloxwich Academy held a Macmillan Read, Coffee and Cake morning. We invited our year 7 parents to enjoy a session of reading with their child in our school library. Mrs Hibbs joined the event and read the first chapter of Marcus Rashford’s You are a Champion. Pupils then read to their parents and enjoyed a warm drink and a cake. It was a wonderful morning, full of discussion, reading, laughter and obviously delicious cake. Please continue to check back on our social media pages for future events.

On Monday 15th September Bloxwich Academy welcomed Daniel Caines a former Olympian, World Champion in the 400m and European Champion in the 4x 400m relay. He delivered an inspirational assembly and workshop for our year 11 pupils. Daniel shared his journey in the athletics world, starting at a young age, to the triumphant achievements he was able to secure. Daniels key message to our pupils focused on the journey to success, which inevitable can include setbacks. He spoke about the resilience needed to go beyond these setbacks to be able to achieve the ultimate goal. Daniel explained to our pupils that it was important to “dot the I’s and cross the T’s” and “sweat the small stuff” to be successful in your goals. We hope our pupils can look back on the outstanding and motivational assembly, reflecting on how they can overcome their own setbacks to work towards their own achievements linking to the school moto of “Be The Best You Can Be.” Thank you Daniel for taking the time to be an inspiration to both our pupils and the staff.

Our Success Centre students took a smash-tastic field trip to a Rage Room—and wow, did they let loose! Armed with bats, hammers, and plenty of giggles, they turned old breakables into a million sparkling pieces (all under the watchful eye of safety gear, of course).

It wasn’t just fun—it was epic. Smashing, crashing, and laughing their way through the session, our students discovered the joy of breaking things without getting in trouble for it.

At the end of our first full week, we celebrated the pupils with the highest total of positive points with tokens to our book vending machine!

On Wednesday 10th September, Year 10 pupils had the fantastic opportunity to be introduced to Sophie Fenner, Engagement Office for West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner.

Pupils had the role explained to them and how to apply for the role. Every 2 years, 2 pupils in the area can join the team.

As a Youth Commissioner you can be asked to do the following:
• Consult young people on the Commissioner’s Police and Crime Plan.
• Speak directly with the Police and Crime Commissioner, police officers and decision makers, raising issues affecting young people including community safety, youth justice, victim services and crime prevention.
• Engage and consult with other young people in their local communities and listen to their views.
• Hold West Midlands Police to account for the service they provide for young people.
• Build relationships with police and break down barriers that exist between officers and young people.

If any pupil in years 9-11 are interested in the role, please use the link below.

If you have any questions, please speak to Miss Williamson

https://secure.cesvotes.com/V3-3-0/YouthCommissioner/en/login?bbp=111198&x=-1

Pupils and staff are celebrating after a greatly improved set of results this year. Pupils achieving the top grades of 9 to 7 has more than doubled whilst grades at 9 to 5 have also significantly increased compared to the results of last academic year.

Headteacher Mr Till commented;

"A lot of time, effort and energy has been expended, from both staff and pupils, to secure these results. It is pleasing to see so many happy faces as our pupils secure places in their first choice sixth forms, colleges or apprenticeships"

A number of pupils performed well across all of their subjects these include; 

• G Cavagnini who secured 4 grade 9s, 2 grade 8s, 2 grade 7s and a Distinction
• R Buttery achieved 3 grade 9s, 3 grade 8s, 1 grade 7 and 1 grade 6
• E Oyewole-Omodunni achieved 3 grade 9s, 3 grade 8s, 1 grade 7 and 1 grade 6
• J Dukes secured 3 grade 8s and 5 grade 7s.

Well done to all who collected their results today and we wish them the best of luck in their next stage in their education, training or employment.

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 Wednesday 17th September 2025 - 4pm – 7.30pm 

Open Mornings will take place on Monday 22nd September - Friday 26th September between 9:20 - 10:00am. Book HERE