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!

Struggling with your GCSE Maths work?

Do not forget you can access your Maths Bootcamp resources via your school email or class charts?

Just ask your tutor or Maths teacher for more information if you need help.

"Momentum Begins with a single choice"

Calling all Year 11 & Year 13 pupils to make the most out of the week you have ahead of you.

Struggling to make a start? Check out this website on proven exam study tips that could work for you: 51 PROVEN Study Tips For Students (That Work Like A Charm For 2025) - Exam Study Expert

Easy Actions:

1 - Plan your revision schedule and when you are going to revise

2 - Identify the topics you need to cover

3 - Move all other distractions away and focus on being the best version of you possible

Parents and Carers - the Exam period can be a stressful time for your child but also for you!

Need some support? Please talk to us but also take a look at some great advice from this Study Hacks website!

Study Hacks — From the Sidelines

Struggling with your English work?

Do not forget you can access your English Bootcamp resources via your school email or class charts?

Just ask your tutor or English teacher for more information if you need help.

Fourteen Year 8 pupils at Wednesfield Academy have been selected to participate in The Scholars Programme, an academic initiative run by The Brilliant Club. This education charity is dedicated to widening access to the UK’s most selective universities for exceptional pupils attending non-selective state schools.

As part of the programme, our pupils are currently taking part in a series of university-style tutorials delivered in school by Dr Waksh Awais, a Lecturer in Accounting at Aston University. The tutorials explore the theme “What is Money?” and are taking place during the Spring and Summer terms. Throughout the programme, pupils will complete a series of written assignments designed to develop their academic skills.

At the end of the programme, pupils will attend a Graduation Event at a university. This celebration will recognise their achievements and further develop their understanding of higher education.

There have been a number of rewards visits this week to congratulate those pupils who consistently get it right.  This time round pupils have gone ice skating, visited Dudley Zoo and Drayton Manor.  Well done to everyone involved!

Our LIFE Group pupils enjoyed another wonderful visit to Bentley Court Care Home, spending the afternoon connecting with residents through music, games, and meaningful conversation. Highlights included a piano performance with a resident singing along and a balloon tennis tournament that brought plenty of laughter. The pupils showed kindness and respect throughout, earning praise from staff for their excellent behaviour and representing the school with pride.

From Easter Monday through to Friday, 11 cadets from Wednesfield, joined by around 30 cadets from across the trust and students from Queen Mary’s Grammar School (QMGS), embarked on an exciting and rewarding week-long camp at Inskip Cadet Training Centre.

Throughout the week, cadets immersed themselves in a wide range of challenging and engaging activities, including archery, flight simulators, low ropes, air rifle, and DCCT — a simulated live-fire training exercise using weapon systems currently used by the British Armed Forces.

One standout moment came from Cadet Nina, who proudly achieved an impressive 4mm shooting grouping during the air rifle activity — a fantastic accomplishment that highlights both precision and focus.

Staff from Queen Mary’s Grammar School were full of praise for the Wednesfield cadets, commending their excellent behaviour, positive attitude, and enthusiasm across all activities during the camp. In particular, Corporal Matilda was recognised as a standout cadet, earning special mention for her exceptional contribution and conduct throughout the week.

The opportunities didn’t stop there. On Friday 10th, after already spending four days at Inskip, Corporal Matilda and Corporal Geetika went on to take part in another incredible experience: a STEM event with Atlassian Williams Racing, joining 80 cadets from across the region. This unique opportunity gave the cadets valuable insight into the world of science, technology, engineering, and motorsport innovation.

The cadets representing Wednesfield at Inskip were:

• Cpl Matilda
• Cpl Geetika
• LCpl Dwayne
• LCpl Ryan
• Cdt Jamiat
• Cdt Myles
• Cdt Szymon
• Cdt Nina
• Cdt Alfie
• Cdt Elliot
• Cdt Jake

The week was a tremendous success, showcasing the cadets’ skill, resilience, and exemplary conduct, while also providing memorable experiences that will no doubt inspire them in the future.

During Monday lunchtime Mr Hill and Mrs Ball treated over twenty Year 11 pupils to a McDonalds Happy Meal to celebrate these pupils' preparations  for their summer examinations.

Our teachers have recognised them as being firmly ‘on the boat’ and working hard towards what we all hope will be a successful GCSE examination period.

Pupils will receive their mock exam results at the parents' information evening for all Y11 pupils at 4.40pm on Thursday 26^th March 2026