Year 11 students recently marked the end of their school days at the Academy with a spectacular Gala Ball. The event was hugely successful and greatly enjoyed by the students who took full advantage of the opportunity to dress to the nines and create enduring memories of their high school journey. The atmosphere buzzed with excitement and pride as students and members of staff came together to commemorate this significant milestone.

A group of Year 10 students embarked on a once-in-a-lifetime journey, sailing the high seas from Southampton on a week-long voyage, accompanied by Miss Hardy and Mr. Hall.

We have been delighted to host a transformative two-day workshop led by Tender, focusing on fostering healthy relationships amongst secondary school students. The workshop, led by expert facilitators Dean and Liz, aimed to equip students with the necessary skills to build and maintain healthy relationships, identify harmful ones, and enhance their peer mentoring and presentation abilities.

We were extremely fortunate to host Joe and Erin from the University of Leeds Outreach Program, who delivered two bespoke sessions to a group of our Year 11 students.  The topics covered were 'Managing Study Time and How to Revise' and 'Managing Exam Anxiety'.

We were delighted to host our first-ever Community Iftar at the Academy, where we were greatly pleased to welcome students and their parents as our guests for this special occasion.  A Community Iftar, typically held during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, is a gathering where Muslims come together to break their fast at sunset.  It is not only a religious observance but also a social event where people from diverse backgrounds, including Muslims and non-Muslims, come together to share food, conversation, and community spirit.

A group of Year 9 students were thrilled to go on a visit to Kirklees College, Dewsbury, where they were able to participate in an inspiring morning of hands-on learning.  The educational journey took place in the prestigious Pioneer Higher Skills Centre, where students immersed themselves in various workshops aimed at broadening their horizons and providing valuable insights into potential future career paths.