27/01/25
Students Explore History and Innovation at IWM Duxford
Year 8 students recently enjoyed an inspiring visit to the Imperial War Museum Duxford.
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RSPB Big Schools’ Birdwatch 2025
Last week, a group of students braved the rain and wind to participate in the Big Schools’ Birdwatch 2025.Read Full Story - 20/01/25
Year 7 Explore World Religions to Mark World Religion Day
To commemorate World Religion Day, Year 7 students participated in a thought-provoking and immersive activity, aimed to deepen their understanding of the fundamental traditions of the six most widely followed religions around the world.Read Full Story - 20/01/25
Fairtrade Committee Launch
The Lower Academy is proud to announce the establishment of its new Fairtrade Committee, comprising student representatives from all year groups.Read Full Story - 13/01/25
Dame Rebecca Harris MP Inspires Students at the Lower Academy
Last week, the Lower Academy had the honour of hosting Dame Rebecca Harris MP, Shadow Chief Whip.Read Full Story - 13/01/25
Trust Achieves Healthy Schools Workplace Wellbeing Award
We are proud to announce that The Basildon Academies Trust has been awarded the prestigious Healthy Schools Workplace Wellbeing Award in recognition of our commitment to fostering a supportive and healthy environment for all staff.Read Full Story - 07/01/25
Year 9 Tackle Pollution with Creative Newspaper Reports
During their Personal Development lessons, students from 9U1 took on the important topic of pollution by creating their own newspaper reports.Read Full Story - 23/12/24
French Christmas Card Competition
Well done to all our entrants who took part in our French Christmas card competition.Read Full Story - 19/12/24
Winter Wonderland Fayre Raises £625 for Charity
On Monday, 16th December, the Lower Academy hosted its annual Winter Wonderland Christmas Fayre, delighting students, families, and staff with a festive and joyful atmosphere.Read Full Story - 16/12/24
Lower Academy Choir Spreads Christmas Cheer
On Friday 13th December, the Lower Academy Christmas Choir took part in a spectacular festive event at the Brentwood Centre, performing alongside the Essex Youth Chamber Orchestra.Read Full Story - 12/12/24
Eco Committee Repairs Storm Damage
Well done to our Eco Committee for helping to repair damage caused by Storm Darragh.Read Full Story - 09/12/24
Eco Committee Earns National Recognition for Plastic Waste Reduction
Our Lower Academy Eco Committee students are making a real difference in the fight against plastic waste as part of the national Plastic Clever Schools programme.Read Full Story