Yesterday we started our festive festivities with Key Stage assemblies.  All of the pupils were a credit to our amazing school getting involved in all sorts of games to win points for their house.

Staff were involved too with a couple of them getting more than they signed up for during our version of The Wheel.

The behaviour of the pupils was outstanding, with lots of them wanting to take part- we all had lots of laughs.

Just another sign of how brilliant our school is.

Well done to Warwick for winning the House Cup for this half term!

Merry Christmas!

On Tuesday 17th December, Wednesfield Academy hosted its first MADD Evening (Music, Art, Drama, and Dance) of this academic year, bringing together pupils from Year 7 to Year 12 for a spectacular celebration of creativity and talent. The evening was a vibrant showcase of dance, drama, music performances, and stunning artwork, highlighting the hard work and dedication of our pupils over the past few months.

This event was not just a display of artistic skill but also a celebration of the confidence, resilience, and pride that the performing arts inspire in our pupils. These invaluable life skills are crucial in shaping well-rounded individuals who thrive both on and off the stage.

The success of the evening is a testament to the thriving arts community at Wednesfield Academy. With such incredible talent on display, the future of the performing and creative arts at our school is undeniably bright.

A huge thank you to our parents, families, and local community for coming to support the event. Your encouragement and enthusiasm made the evening even more special.

We can’t wait to see what our pupils will achieve next!

Pupils can wear Christmas jumpers this Wednesday 18th and Thursday 19th December, and are not to bring bags (or PE kits) to school on these dates. If your child brings lunch to school they can still bring their rucksack in.

There will be no after school clubs/period 6 on Wednesday 18th December other than DofE.

The Duke of Edinburgh session this Wednesday 18^th December will be the one club still taking place after school, as we have a guest coming in to speak to the pupils from the DofE Award.

On Thursday 19th December, as outlined I previous correspondence, pupils will finish school at 12.40pm, and if you child is in receipt of Free School Meals and you would like them to take a lunch home with them, please email postbox@wednesfieldacademy.co.uk.

Friday afternoon saw our Y7 and Y8 take part in a fiercely competitive inter-house hockey competition organised by Mr Hill in association with Bloxwich Hockey Club.

Every game was closely contested with Tamworth taking the trophy on goal difference!  All students who participated won a voucher for x3 free training sessions with Bloxwich Hockey Club taking place on Friday evenings ran by Mr Hill himself. If any Wednesfield pupil is interested in joining our local hockey club please ask Mr Hill for more information.

This Friday is 6^th Form’s turn to take to the hockey stage by storm!

Big thank you to Mr Parsons and Mr Joss for promoting this event across KS3 classes.

🌟 Our pupils had an incredible day at PerformFest at Wolverhampton College on Thursday! 🎭✨
They shared music and drama performances with college pupils and another local school, joined acting, singing, and dancing workshops, and took part in inspiring Q&As with industry professionals rom The Arena Theatre about a variety of careers within the performing arts.

One of the highlights from the trip was meeting Waterloo Road star Priyasasha Kumari, who shared her journey as an actor and her passion for representing South Asian women on screen. Our pupils left inspired, having made new connections and unforgettable memories!

Day 1

• Day 1 the students arrived at the hotel and enjoyed the facilities (of course played on the hotels football pitch)​
• Students had their first training session and met the FC Porto coaches – who they got on with extremely well​
• The lads were committed, enthusiastic and willing to learn ​
• We went to the FC Porto stadium (Estadio Do Dragao) and watched FC Porto defeat 1899 Hoffenheim 2-0​
• Tired and content from their first day students arrived back at the hotel and rested before their second day

Day 2

• Day 2 the students arrived at the FC Porto ground for training at the private training area at the ground. ​
• Students enjoyed various sessions from their coaches and was able to enjoy time getting to know their coaches. ​
• Students then had time at the hotel to relax and prepare for their first match against FC Porto academy. ​
• We arrived at our first match and prepared for the matches. ​
• Wednesfield played two matches against an FC Porto academy, unfortunately we lost but there were plenty of positives to take from both the matches. ​

Day 3

• Day 3 the students arrived at the first training session, where they enjoyed several training sessions and applied everything they have learnt to game scenarios. ​
• Students had some free time where we went to a seaside resort and an all you can eat restaurant which the students were fascinated by the robot which delivered food. Students who felt home sick were helped as plenty of students said ‘this is like cosmos at Bentley Bridge’​
• We then went to our second training session of the day – students were very tired but appreciated all the effort of the coaches and teachers

Day 4

• Day 4 the students arrived at Porto city centre. ​
• The students enjoyed time looking around the city and visiting the famous PORTO sign.​
• Students managed to find a sports shop and looked at all the replica kits Portugal had to offer​
• The shop assistants were very keen and offered the students Ronaldo masks which were a big hit with the lads ​
• Following a quick detour, we managed to walk over the famous ‘The Don Luis 1st bridge’ which overlooked the River Douro between the cities of Porto and Vila Nova.​
• We then arrived at our second match location and supported Smestows matches before we played ours. ​
• We was unfortunate in our first match but won our second match which all the lads were buzzing about – beating an FC Porto academy team in Porto was definitely the highlight of the trip​

Day 5

• Day 5 the students arrived at FC Porto ground (Estadio Do Dragao) for a tour of the stadium ​
• Students were able to walk along the side of the pitch, visit the changing rooms, learn information about the FC Porto history, visit the presidents VIP area and sit in the home and away dug outs. ​
• Students were able to do a press conference in the conference room based on their past four matches, which the students loved ​
• Students then had the opportunity to visit the FC Porto museum, looking at the history of the club and visiting their massive trophy cabinet

Year 8 and 9 students had an incredible time in our songwriting workshop with Lex Gibbon, developing creativity, collaboration, and musical composition skills. They loved expressing themselves through music and working together to create original songs! 

On Friday 18^th October a group of our Year 11 pupils were given the opportunity to visit Girton College at the University of Cambridge as part of our careers provision in school.  Pupils had a tour of the campus as well as the opportunity to meet current students and lecturers.  The pupils were amazing with many now considering Oxbridge as a route post 16.  Thank you, Wolverhampton Grammar School, for the invitation. 

We are proud to announce that we are now a Music Mark school, recognised for our dedication to music education and participation in both internal and external events. This achievement reflects the hard work of staff and pupils and will further enrich our music program. Pupils will gain skills in performance, composition, collaboration, and develop a deeper understanding of musical theory and culture.

On Wednesday 9th October, our Year 13 students had the exciting opportunity to attend the Royal Television Society Careers Fair in Birmingham. The event was a fantastic chance for students to explore careers in the TV and film industry, meeting with leading companies such as ITV, BBC, and the Birmingham Ormiston Academy (BOA). They also engaged with freelancers who specialise in key areas like sound, lighting, production, and more.

The students were able to see firsthand the wide variety of roles involved in bringing TV and film projects to life. From technical skills in lighting and sound to creative roles in production and writing, they gained a deeper understanding of the industry and its many career pathways.

Talking directly with industry professionals helped the students broaden their horizons and consider new opportunities that they hadn’t thought about before. Many came away inspired, realising that the skills they are developing now could lead to exciting careers in television and film industry. The fair was a valuable experience, offering insights into the behind-the-scenes work that powers the entertainment industry and helping our students plan their futures with newfound confidence.