Last night A level English Literature students in Year 12 and 13 travelled to the iconic Crucible Theatre in Sheffield to see a performance of A Streetcar Named Desire, a set text studied at A level. The production was amazing and students' loved seeing Williams' characters brought to life!
Do you want to help your child study smarter?
‘From the Sidelines’ have created some fantastic study hack videos aimed at educating parents and families on the science behind how our children learn, together with how to create the perfect environment at home in which to support them.
Each distinct focus has a short and succinct ‘Study Hack’ video that lasts approximately 60 seconds, giving parents a quick and practical overview of what the study hack is and how to do it. For parents who want to know more, they can then go on to watch or listen to the 15 minute ‘Podcast Episode’ linked to the same topic, which gets under the surface of why this works, why it’s important and also what to avoid - the perfect way to bridge the gap between teaching and parenting.
You can also direct your child to Wednesfield Revision Webpage - Revision Resources - Wednesfield Academy
If you need any further support please contact Mr Hill at postbox@wednesfieldacademy.co.uk
Congratulations to the below cadets for competing at the Matrix Mini Royal Air Squadron Trophy (RAST).
They have made us very proud, competing with the very best of the trust on several skill-based competitions. They may not have won a trophy, but they have vastly improved since last year with a number from the Year 8 Cohort stepping up and competing, despite not having much time to prepare. We did come 3rd in First Aid, Amelia Smith excelled in this area taking charge of the incident.
They will now as a team start preparing for the Queen Mary Grammar School Mini-RAST in May.
The cadets who attended were:
LCpl S Davies
LCpl E Walker
Cdt M Bell
Cdt G Paul
Cdt M Peslakaite
Cdt A Smith
Cdt G Sambrooks
Cdt J Fraser
Cdt I Toye-Akingbola
Cdt A Oyedotun
Cdt D Palayon
After an epic 25-hour journey, our group finally arrived in the breathtaking Austrian Alps, ready to take on the slopes of Austria. What followed was a week of incredible progress, thrilling experiences, and unforgettable memories.
From the moment we clipped into our skis, it was clear this would be a trip like no other. Beginners who had never set foot on snow transformed into confident skiers, tackling the most demanding black runs by the end of the week—a truly phenomenal achievement! Meanwhile, those with prior experience made huge leaps in skill and confidence, mastering advanced techniques and testing their speed on the slopes.
Of course, skiing wasn’t the only activity on the itinerary. We swapped ski poles for bowling balls in a round of Austrian bowling, tested our balance and precision with curling, and took time to explore the charming town of Schladming.
The week concluded with a celebratory awards evening, where we recognised outstanding performances with medals for the fastest skiers. A huge congratulations to our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners—it was a fierce competition!
Most importantly, every single pupil represented themselves exceptionally well, showing determination, resilience, and teamwork throughout the trip. Whether it was on the slopes, in the town, or during the long journey, their positive attitude made the experience truly special.
One of our talented Year 9 Drama students has reimagined Romeo and Juliet with a unique twist—setting the story in the world of rival fast-food chains, Nando’s and KFC.
This fresh take on Shakespeare’s classic explores love, loyalty, and family feuds in a hilarious and creative way. Their original monologue brings passion and drama to a modern setting, proving that great stories stand the test of time.
Last week, 49 pupils and four staff members attended the second annual trip to Wolverhampton’s Civic Halls for a spectacular evening of live music. Students had the incredible opportunity to experience performances by the Wolverhampton Symphony Orchestra and the Wolverhampton Youth Orchestra, which featured our very own B. Kendall (Year 10) on clarinet. It was a proud moment for our school to see him perform, especially as he played alongside his peripatetic music teacher, who was also part of the Symphony Orchestra—a truly inspiring experience!
The evening was more than just a concert; it was a chance for pupils to broaden their understanding of music and see the exciting possibilities it offers. A highlight of the night was hearing from a young composer from Wolverhampton, who spoke about their journey into composition, encouraging students to think differently about the world of music and the careers it can lead to.
Our students were a credit to the school, demonstrating excellent behaviour and engaging enthusiastically with the performances. The trip provided them with a valuable wider community experience, opening their eyes to the richness of live orchestral music and the dedication behind it.
A huge thank you to the staff who organised and supervised the trip. We look forward to returning next year for another unforgettable evening of music!
Fifteen pupils from Years 8, 9, and 10 recently had the exciting opportunity to attend a performance of the iconic musical Blood Brothers. The trip allowed students to experience live theatre and gain valuable insight into this powerful production, which many are studying as part of their drama curriculum. The pupils were impeccably well-behaved and enthusiastic throughout, fully immersing themselves in the experience. They were captivated by the emotional storytelling, dramatic performances, and memorable music. We are incredibly proud of how they represented the school and look forward to offering more theatre trips to inspire and engage our students.
Do you have a special talent you wish to showcase at our next big live event? You will have the chance to perform on stage in front of a live audience in Birmingham in the state-of-the-art theatre at Millennium Point on Thursday 15th May 2025 at our annual pupil awards evening. Whether it be singing, juggling, stand-up comedy or anything in between, we want to see all your wonderful talents. Dance entries will be accepted this year and will be entered into another competition to perform at our next outdoor trust wide summer event.
How to enter:
Submit your entry by 4pm on Friday 21st February 2025
A look back at last years event where our winning acts will have the opportunity to play can be seen below.
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 10th December from 9:00am until 12:00pm
Wednesday 11th December from 1:00pm until 3:00pm
Thursday 12th 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
Lichfield Road
Wednesfield, Wolverhampton
West Midlands
WV11 3ES
T: 01902 558 222
postbox@wednesfieldacademy.co.uk
Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
