Samuel Whitbread Academy is a highly successful and extremely popular upper school (Years 9-13) with 1700 students, which includes 470 in the Sixth Form and is the largest school in Central Bedfordshire, with a wealth of opportunities.
We offer an exceptional academic and extra-curricular experience in an outstanding learning environment where students are expected to work hard and achieve their best. We are a member of the Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST), a learning community of five nurseries and ten schools, providing outstanding all-through 0-19 education. We have a clear set of values, mission statement and vision, which is to 'be the best that we can be'.
Consultation on the Sixth Form Admission Arrangements for Samuel Whitbread Academy (for September 2025). In accordance with the statutory requirements set out in the School Admissions Code, we are...
Our annual Year 11 Awards Ceremony took place on Wednesday 20th September, an evening to celebrate the Year 11 class of 2023 for their academic and social achievements. Teachers across th...
The annual Year 13 awards ceremony took place on Wednesday 13th September 2023. The evening celebrated the outstanding academic and social achievement of the Year 13 class of 2023. The ce...
The exam board, Pearson, asked SWA to be a pilot school to show how the HPQ qualification (worth half a GCSE), to promote equality and diversity, particularly through the study of Black Brit...
Year 9 High Attainers have been challenged this year to complete an independent project on Black British History. This has been part of a pilot scheme from Pearson’s (Edexcel exam board...
Year 9 cricket this evening had a special guest. Principal @martin_nmartin whacking it miles! https://t.co/OyYQZXaNlo
The U16 Girls played their final game for Whitbread today in the County Cup Final. What a great 3 years it’s been watching them develop as a team. The fairytale ending wasn’t to be this time with a narrow 3-2 defeat! Well done girls and we hope to see you back in September https://t.co/bEP97s4ipz
Our Year 12 Biology students had an amazing time at Southill Estate, diving into @ceswsouthpark Biodiversity Project. From stunning flora and fauna to up-close encounters with snails, it was a day of hands-on learning and exploration. #EnvironmentalEducation https://t.co/YR5lYxpRhV
Calling all local businesses! Help support our students' production of 'Oliver!' at SWA. Your sponsorship can make a difference! For more info, email - hmeadows@bestacademies.org.uk #SupportLocalBusiness #CommunitySupport #SupportTheArts https://t.co/VPlL8yfLaO
The Great SWA Bake Off has started with a nutritional pre or post snack! #gbbo #cookies #brownies #flapjack #energyballs #protein https://t.co/91ZQFCNujI
Year 9 Application Deadline Sunday 31st of October The deadline to apply to Samuel Whitbread Academy is fast approaching, to apply for a place in Year 9 September 2022 please click on the link below... https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/info/5/school_admissions/495/apply_for_a_school_place_in_central_bedfordshire
Northampton Saints Rugby Camp This October half term Northampton Saints will be running a rugby camp hosted at Samuel Whitbread Academy from the 26th-28th of October. A fantastic opportunity for aspiring rugby players to experience professional training and develop their skills. For more information about the camp or to book, visit their website or send a message via email. Both linked below. Website: https://www.northamptonsaints.co.uk/camps Email: Community@northamptonsaints.co.uk
Year 8 Taster Sessions SWA are proud to offer any Y8 student who is applying to us a range of fantastic curriculum taster sessions. We look forward to meeting you after the October half-term. For more information and to book a place, please visit https://www.samuelwhitbread.org.uk/page/?title=Year+8+Taster+Sessions&pid=216
We currently have support staff roles: please click the links for more info and to apply. Learning Support Assistant (fixed-term) https://www.mynewterm.com/school/Samuel-Whitbread-Academy/137948/EDV-2021-SWA-35856/Learning-Support-Assistant-(Fixed-Term) Casual Exam Invigilators (part-time) https://www.mynewterm.com/school/Samuel-Whitbread-Academy/137948/EDV-2021-SWA-06698/Casual-Exam-Invigilators
UPDATE: Water is now running again and the site team are doing all necessary checks to make sure the site is up and running safely. School will be open as usual from tomorrow (Thursday) morning. Thank you to parents and students for your cooperation today.
Samuel Whitbread Academy
Shefford Road, Clifton, Shefford
Bedfordshire SG17 5QS
01462 629 900