Our pupils enjoyed a fantastic visit to the Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum today. The trip gave pupils the chance to take their learning beyond the classroom through a range of exciting science and engineering activities.  One of the highlights was taking part in a forensic science investigation, where pupils worked together to examine evidence and solve scientific challenges like real forensic investigators. A brilliant day filled with learning, teamwork, and discovery!

Today our Year 13 students officially began their study leave. We marked the occasion with a special leavers’ assembly and some fantastic street food!

Well done, Year 13, you have been an amazing year group and such a brilliant cohort. We are so proud of everything you have achieved and have no doubt that you will go on to do incredible things.

Good luck in all your future endeavours, we know the future is bright for each and every one of you.

Yesterday afternoon, we had the pleasure of taking a group of pupils to Bentley Court Care Home for a wonderful musical afternoon led by our talented pupils.

The pupils put on a fantastic performance, singing a variety of songs, showcasing their talents on different instruments, and encouraging the residents to join in and sing along. The atmosphere throughout the afternoon was full of energy and enjoyment, creating a memorable experience for everyone involved.

As always, the pupils were a real credit to the school and represented Wednesfield Academy brilliantly. The staff and residents at the care home are always incredibly complimentary about the pupils’ behaviour, kindness, and maturity they show during the visits.

It was especially lovely to see our pupils confidently showcasing their talents while also bringing so much joy and entertainment to the residents. Experiences like these highlight the positive impact our pupils can have within the local community and the importance of building meaningful connections across generations.

Overall, it was a lovely afternoon and a brilliant way to start the week for everyone involved!

This Monday is your English Literature Paper 1; the exam will be 1 hour 45 mins.

Remember .... 

Section A: Shakespeare ( Macbeth )

Section B: 19th-century novel ( A Christmas Carol )

You will answer one question on each text:

• An extract-based question
• A question which refers to the rest of the text

All pupils need to revise the common approach to the question. This will include revision of:

• Short textual references ​
• Writer’s methods ​(characterisation, settings, atmosphere, motifs and symbolism)​
• Contextual links and exploring characters as vehicles (society, writer’s intention and/or impact upon the audience)​

Pupils have the Boot camp resources to support their revision of these!

You can also use GCSE Pod, Pearson revise or your study guides. 

We are running a breakfast session at 8am on Monday for those after last minute tips and advice!

Good Luck!