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Well done to all our Photography, Graphics, and Textiles students who have now completed their final exams, and good luck to those starting their Art exams tomorrow. On Monday, the main examination season begins and we wish everyone all the best. The months and years of hard work will pay off, and we know you'll all be great! As Year 11 and 13 students power through their revision, remember it's also important to take breaks, get plenty of sleep, eat well, and stay active. Our pastoral team is always on hand to offer support and help alleviate any anxiety. Fuel Up at Our Breakfast ClubEvery morning we welcome students into Breakfast Club from 8am for the chance to enjoy a fresh bagel, juice, a chat with friends, or to catch up on some last minute revision. Breakfast Club is free of charge to all those who attend. 
It's a great opportunity for students to prepare themselves for the day ahead in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. If you'd like your child to join us, simply check our website or have a chat with me for more information. – Mr Webster 
Discovering Chemistry and Physics through Practical WorkYear 8 students have eagerly plunged into the fascinating world of chemistry by learning about acids and alkalines, making their own red cabbage indicators to test various substances. 
Students used the indicator to determine if their sample solutions were acids or alkalis. 
Year 12 continue to develop their skills as part of the Practical Skills endorsement for their A-Level. Physics students have been using lasers to determine wavelength. 
Students have been using a range of practical and data processing techniques, developing independence. – Mrs Perera 
It's Crunch Time in GCSE RS!We are less than one week away from the first Religious Studies GCSE exam! We have been perfecting our essay writing skills and practising writing evaluatively to achieve the higher grades. 
The Year 11s have been writing example paragraphs testing their skills, which seems to be successful with the average grade achieved in the last paragraph being a 7! – Ms Colley 
Year 8 Brilliant Block Bots!Miss Robotham's Year 8 students have been busy developing their woodwork skills to create their own unique Block Bots. Throughout this project, students have eagerly embraced learning and diligently adhered to health and safety rules within the workshop. 
After creating their design ideas, students used handsaws to cut their wood to the correct measurements. They then used the pillar drill and sanding machine to ensure their product has been made to their best ability. 
It has been fantastic to see the students working hard to create high-quality outcomes, using acrylic, googly eyes, and rope to bring their design ideas to life. Well done Year 8! – Miss Robotham 
Tackling Real Issues through Virtual Reality TrainingA group of Year 10 students were lucky enough to take part in a Virtual Reality Workshop as part of the Academy's ongoing work with the West Midlands Violence Reduction Partnership team. 
The students were fully immersed in the virtual scenarios, with some expressing surprise at the outcomes of their decisions, leading to thoughtful discussions about their choices and the importance of considering different perspectives. Hopefully this will be the first of many similar sessions in the future. – Mr Webster 
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