Staff this month wrapped up a book for book club and presented it for a blind swap! With only a genre and a summary to guide our choices, we were able to get ourselves into genres and stories we may not have chosen ourselves. We’re all excited to catch up after the holiday to discuss!

The certificates for the Summer 2024 examinations are now ready to collect from school. The certificates can be collected in person by your child at the times listed below:

Tuesday 10^th December from 9:00am until 12:00pm

Wednesday 11^th December from 1:00pm until 3:00pm

Thursday 12^th December from 9:00am until 12:00pm

If your child is unable to collect the certificates at the times listed above, they can email postbox@wednesfieldacademy.co.uk to arrange an alternative time or to give consent for a family member or friend to collect their certificates on their behalf. Please note, pupils will only be able to collect their own certificates unless consent is granted in advance of the collection.

Wednesfield Academy’s third annual Christmas Fair was a festive extravaganza, offering a vast array of attractions to delight visitors of all ages. From vibrant stalls selling croc charms, book and gifts, to an exciting tombola and raffle, there was something for everyone to enjoy. Santa’s Grotto was a magical highlight thanks to our sixth form volunteers who captured the magic of the North Pole. The fair truly captured the spirit of the season, bringing the community together for a memorable celebration. Thank you to Wednesfield Friends PTA and the prefect team for putting together a wonderful event. 

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.

On Monday 18^th November 2024 we had the pleasure of inviting Coventry University to join us and speak with our Year 12 students. Coventry University took the time to introduce our Year 12 students to the process of applying for University and what is the main attraction of a personal statement to make them stand out.

The Year 12 students really enjoyed the guest speaker and took note of all the details that they were given especially the ideas of how to lay out personal statements and what to include in them. The model the students were given to follow was the ABC Model (Activity – What did you do?, Benefit – What did you gain from this?, Course – how will this prepare you for the course you have chosen?). 

Our pupils and staff have been considering remembrance. Each year, as a country, we join to consider the sacrifices and efforts made to protect our British values. Throughout conflicts over the years, the men and women who have given their all to ensure our individual liberty and freedom of speech remain intact.

On Friday 8th November, Matrix Academy Trust held their annual trust wide remembrance service. A small contingent of cadets and staff from each of schools joined together, this year hosted by Wednesfield Academy. Whilst any parade is a spectacle of respect to behold, this one particularly hit home the unity that encompasses Great Britain. All our schools joining together, each represented by model student leaders to show their respects.

As the parade began our CCF commanders were joined by Lord-Lieutenant Derrick Anderson CBE, as the sovereign’s representative for the West Midlands, for the event. Lord-Lieutenant Anderson joined our CEO, Headteachers along with other dignitaries to view the exemplary collection of cadets who had turned out with immaculate uniform.

Following an inspection, the traditional poem ‘In Flanders Field’ was read out as Sixth Form pupils from Wednesfield underlined that ‘We will remember them!’. With the last post playing the attendees, school and Trust observed a two-minute silence to pay respect to all of those who have sacrificed for us.

We are so proud of our cadets, and everyone involved for emphasising the importance of remembrance.

Years 7 and 8 had a spooktacular time at the Halloween Disco on Wednesday night, organised by the Wednesfield Friends Group.  A massive thank you to them for putting on such an amazing evening!  Well done to all of the staff and pupils for putting so much effort into their costumes and well done to the three pupils awarded Best Dressed!

October’s edition of Careers Options Magazine is now available for parents/ carers.
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Throughout Black History Month, every Wednesday morning, our school community was treated to special performances as pupils celebrated Black culture, history, and achievements. Upon entering the school, pupils performed music, delivered speeches, and re-enacted iconic moments from Black history. These performances honored the rich cultural origins and significant contributions of Black individuals throughout history. It was an opportunity for everyone to reflect, learn, and appreciate the importance of diversity. We were incredibly proud of the pupils who participated, sharing their talents and passion to make this month both educational and inspiring for all.

Year 11 Parent Information on Wednesday 2nd October 2024: 5.30pm – 6.30pm.  

This event is to provide Year 11 with exam support and offer support from the school to parents/carers as their child progresses through their Year 11 journey ahead of the summer 2024 examinations. 

Doors will open at 5.20pm where you will register your attendance with a member of leadership and be guided to where the talk will take place. 

If you are arriving by car, parents can park on the main school car park and enter the school via the staff entrance.