Year 7-11 5th-18th December
Attend school and you'll have the chance to win a prize every day in our daily raffle draw. Names will be drawn at random from all those in attendance each day.
1 prize per year group.
5 Christmas hampers will be rewarded on 18th December for pupils attending everyday between 5-18th December.
On Thursday 28th November all the schools from across Matrix Academy Trust came together to celebrate the Performing Arts. It was a spectacular display of talent, showcasing their skills in dance, drama, and music. This event was a celebration of creativity, hard work, and the vibrant spirit of pupils who have worked hard over the past few months to showcase their performances.
This event emphasised the importance of the performing arts in shaping well-rounded individuals. The confidence, discipline, and teamwork required in these artistic disciplines provide invaluable life skills that extend far beyond the stage.
The success of this event is a testament to the thriving performing arts community within our Trust schools. It’s clear that the future of dance, drama, and music is in good hands. With such incredible talent on display, it’s exciting to think about the future performances and productions that will emerge from these talented young artists.
Thank you to everyone for their involvement with the event.
Year 8 pupils at Bloxwich Academy are working with West Midlands Police and Virtual Decisions to be educated on their decisions in the local community and beyond. We have been given the fantastic opportunity to work with the virtual reality programme to advise pupils on the warning signs of gangs, the law relating to knife crime and carrying knifes and how to keep themselves and others safe. This will continue for pupils into next week.
The Department for Education requires us to deliver the statutory guidance for Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE). This, alongside other key areas such as RE, Citizenship and Careers, makes up our personal development curriculum which is delivered at all Key Stages through assemblies and form time activities. Details of our RSHE Policy can be found on our website. This content is now statutory and forms a key part of our provision at school.
Should you have any queries, please contact Miss Williamson in school. Thank you to West Midlands Police and Virtual Decisions for supporting our pupils with their decision making.
#WestMidlandsPolice #Virtual Decisions
Please ensure your child is on site by 8:30am.
Pupils arriving after 9:10am will be marked with a U code, which is equivalent to half a day absence, and they will be required to complete an after-school detention.
If you require support improving your child’s punctuality, please contact their Head of House for assistance.
Thank you for your cooperation.
We are thrilled to announce that 7T1 achieved the highest attendance last half term. As a reward for their fantastic commitment, the students enjoyed a special attendance breakfast last Friday. This is part of our ongoing attendance rewards incentives, celebrating classes that consistently demonstrate excellent attendance each half term. We kindly remind parents to continue supporting us by ensuring your child attends school every day. Thank you for your continued support.
Bloxwich Academy had the exciting opportunity to welcome Performance in Education to perform and present “Hooked.”
Year 8 were given clear messages on the dangers of smoking and vaping and the peer pressure surrounding their choices. Pupils were educated on the chemical dangers and the impact this can have on individuals into adulthood. Pupils were also educated on the dangers of vaping and the risks they are taking and the marketing to appeal to children.
Performance in Education commended our pupils on their engagement and questions they asked following the performance.
Thank you to Walsall Council and Performance in Education for the opportunity to provide this level of education to our pupils. Well done to Year 8 for their engagement with the topic and showing an awareness of the importance of looking after our personal health.
53 pupils from year 7 had a great time in the HS2 STEM day. They designed a train station of the future and learnt about the structural strength of bridges and tunnels to help them engineer various structures to safely carry a load.
Pupils at Bloxwich Academy will join millions of people across the UK learning about the impact of road crashes and celebrating the work of people who support after a road crash, during this year’s Road Safety Week. Organised by Brake, the road safety charity, Road Safety Week 2024 runs from 17–23 November, beginning with the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims on Sunday 17 November.
Bloxwich Academy will be educating pupils on the impact of Road Safety. We will be focusing on the dangers of the roads around the area, and the strategies to ensure our pupils remain safe.
Over the next 2 weeks, pupils will be looking at the dangers of travelling in and around the community, the emergency response teams that support individuals and how we can protect ourselves and others.
#roadsafetyweek #Brake.org #AStars
We are thrilled to announce a range of exciting incentives to reward our pupils for excellent attendance! Here’s what’s in store for students with great attendance:
Weekly Postcards - Pupils with outstanding attendance will receive special recognition via a weekly attendance postcard
Form Reward Breakfasts - Celebrate in style! Top attending forms will enjoy a reward breakfast together.
Weekly Attendance Lottery - Every week, students with 100% attendance will be entered into a special lottery for additional prizes.
5 Weekly Achievement Points - Pupils with 100% attendance for each week will earn an extra 5 achievement points!
Half-Termly Voucher Prize - Students maintaining 100% attendance each half term will be in with a chance to win a voucher valued between £20 and £50!
Spring Term Reward Trip - Achieving consistent 100% attendance makes pupils eligible for our next exciting school reward trip in the spring term. Encouraging strong attendance helps ensure the best possible learning experience. Let’s work together to make every day count!
The CCF (Combined Cadet Force) parade for Remembrance Day at school is a solemn ceremony where cadets, staff, and pupils gather to honour and remember those who have sacrificed their lives in conflicts. On Wednesday 6th November - In addition to the cadets, Year 6 joined us at the secondary site with Year 7 pupils also attend the parade as part of the school community, watching the proceedings and learning about the significance of Remembrance Day. This gives younger students an opportunity to observe the traditions of the event, develop a sense of respect for those who served in the armed forces, and understand the importance of remembering the sacrifices made during times of war. The ceremony serves as both a commemorative and educational experience for all involved. The parade included a moment of silence for reflection, and the laying of wreath which was made out of Poppies. Cadets perform military drills, including marching in formation, while others participate in readings. All pupils were exceptional and showed respect to all.
Secondary School
Leamore Lane
Bloxwich, Walsall
West Midlands
WS2 7NR
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Friday: 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
