A Message from Principal, Mr Martin
Welcome back!
I hope everyone had a restful and enjoyable break over the half-term and maybe got to catch up with family and friends.
February has been an eventful month, filled with some notable achievements and enriching experiences across the academy.
From February 10th to 14th, we celebrated International Week, concluding with a special day dedicated to recognising and embracing the diversity within our community. Students participated in a number of engaging workshops, including cultural dance and foods from around the world, making it a truly memorable occasion. I would like to thank all the students, staff and friends of the school who helped make this such a successful event.
Our ski trip to Norway was a tremendous success. It provided some students with the opportunity to learn how to ski and others with the chance to refine their skills while creating lifelong memories. A big thank you to the staff who dedicated their time and effort to making this trip possible and for bringing everyone back in one piece. This is the first time that we have ever been to Norway, and it certainly won’t be the last!
Congratulations to Henry S, William K, and James H, who excelled in the UKMT Intermediate Maths Challenge and secured a place in the next round, which will take place on March 20th. This is a fantastic achievement, and we wish them the very best.
In the Performing Arts department, rehearsals for our summer musical, 9 to 5, are well underway, and the production is already showing great promise. It is shaping up to be an outstanding performance, and although ‘it’s no way to make a living’, I have no doubt it will be an event to remember.
Our sports teams have continued to excel. The U14 and U15 netball teams secured their places in the SNS National Semi-Finals, while the 1st XI boys’ football team delivered an impressive 5-0 victory over Carre’s Grammar School in the ESFA National Quarter-Final, earning them a well-deserved spot in the semi-finals. Additionally, the U16 Rugby 7s team made a strong start to their season, returning home from Leicester Grammar as tournament champions and securing a place in the England 7s tournament later in the month.
This week, our Year 12 Geography students embarked on the annual Dorset trip, where they will have the opportunity to explore the Jurassic Coast. We are eager to hear about their adventures when they return.
Finally, I would like to commend our Year 11 students for their continued commitment to both their mock and formal examinations. Keep up the excellent work.
Thank you all for your dedication and enthusiasm as we embark on the next half-term.
International Week 2025
Success for SWA in the UKMT Challenge!
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