To all the teachers, TAs, admin, support staff, cleaners, and everyone who keeps our school running β you are incredible.
Thank you for your energy, care, and all the little (and big!) things you do every day. We see you, we appreciate you, and weβre so lucky to have such a brilliant team.
π₯π° Healthy Eating in Action β Year 9 Carrot Cakes! π°π₯
Our Year 9 Food Technology students have been exploring healthy eating through the Eatwell Plate, with a focus on getting more fruit and vegetables into their diets and what better way than through baking?
This week, they put their learning into practice by making delicious carrot cakes! Students demonstrated safe and effective knife techniques using the bridge and claw grips to prep their carrots before blending them into the mix.
Some students added their own creative twist with currants and a dash of cinnamon for an extra touch of flavour and the results were amazing!
Even better, a few generous bakers shared their cakes with friends, proving that healthy choices can be both tasty and thoughtful.
Well done, Year 9 weβre proud of your skills, creativity, and teamwork!
πββοΈπΎ Sport at Shrewsbury Academy! ποΈββοΈβΎ
Weβve got a fantastic line-up of before and after school sports clubs running all half term for all year groups! Whether you're into athletics, cricket, rounders, or just want to keep fit, thereβs something for everyone! πͺ
π Weekly Schedule:
Monday π Athletics β Mr Dobson, Mr Dean, Miss Weaver, Miss Verrilli (Front Field)
Tuesday πͺ Fitness β Miss Weaver (Fitness Suite) π Cricket (Boys & Girls) β Mr Lawrenson, Mr Dean (Front Yard) πͺ Fitness β Miss Verrilli (Fitness Suite)
Wednesday πͺ Fitness β Mr Dobson (Fitness Suite) π Rounders β Miss Weaver, Miss Verrilli (Back Field, split by year group)
πποΈ Shaking Things Up in Geography! ποΈπ
Our brilliant Year 8 students have been putting their earthquake knowledge to the test - literally! As part of their learning on earthquake mitigation, theyβve been challenged to design and build earthquake-proof structures using just spaghetti and marshmallows! ππ£
This hands-on activity helped students apply their powerful knowledge in a creative and practical way, thinking like real engineers and architects. The buildings are now complete... and the next step? Testing them to see which ones can withstand the shake! ππ₯
We canβt wait to see which designs stand tall and which ones crumble under pressure! Stay tuned for the results π
ππ« Shrewsbury Academy Celebrates the Opening of New State-of-the-Art Facilities! π«π
We are thrilled to announce the official opening of our brand-new, cutting-edge facilities including modern science laboratories, a fully equipped library, and innovative design and technology classrooms. This incredible transformation has been made possible thanks to funding from the Department for Education and the outstanding work of Tilbury Douglas. π
This investment marks a major milestone for our school and the wider community, providing our students with the high-quality learning environment they truly deserve. π
π£οΈ Ryan Jervis, Chair of Governors, shared: "This part of Shrewsbury has been underfunded for many years. While buildings alone do not educate children, this is a massive vote of confidence in our community and a clear sign that this school continues to move forward."
π£οΈ Jim Taylor, Headteacher, added: "These facilities reflect our best intentions and highest expectations for our children and young people. We are relentlessly ambitious for every single young person here, and they deserve nothing less."
We were also honoured to welcome local MP Julia Buckley MP who praised the schoolβs progress and spirit: "The nurturing environment, the teamwork, and the belief that every child matters is tangible. Please, feel as special as you are and be proud of whatβs happening at Shrewsbury Academy."
This is more than just a new building, itβs a new chapter for education in Shrewsbury. A chapter filled with hope, ambition, and opportunity for every child and young person in our care. π
To visit, please call 01743 276700 or visit shrewsburyacademy.co.uk
π¬πͺ¨ Year 7 Rocks Science and Design Challenge! πͺ¨π¬
Year 7 students at Shrewsbury Academy have been busy combining science and creativity in a fascinating challenge: designing a new statue for Shrewsbury of Charles Darwin, the famous scientist known for his love of rocks and fossils! πͺ¨π
The challenge? To create a statue carved from an attractive, colourful hard rock that would stand the test of time and not react to rain or snow! π§οΈβοΈ
The class got hands-on, testing igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks to discover their properties. They even tested how rocks react with acid, some sedimentary rocks bubbled and fizzed, releasing carbon dioxide and a salty slime! (Definitely not statue material!) π€
After careful analysis and a final vote, they selected a beautiful pink, white, black, and silver grey granite, perfect for their statue of Darwin! ποΈ
Year 7 Science rocks β literally! Well done to all involved for your hard work and brilliant teamwork. π
π Learn more about the exciting things happening at Shrewsbury Academy: shrewsburyacademy.co.uk
A HUGE Thank You to Our Amazing Staff! π
To all the teachers, TAs, admin, support staff, cleaners, and everyone who keeps our school running β you are incredible.
Thank you for your energy, care, and all the little (and big!) things you do every day. We see you, we appreciate you, and weβre so lucky to have such a brilliant team.
You make this place special. π«
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π₯π° Healthy Eating in Action β Year 9 Carrot Cakes! π°π₯
Our Year 9 Food Technology students have been exploring healthy eating through the Eatwell Plate, with a focus on getting more fruit and vegetables into their diets and what better way than through baking?
This week, they put their learning into practice by making delicious carrot cakes! Students demonstrated safe and effective knife techniques using the bridge and claw grips to prep their carrots before blending them into the mix.
Some students added their own creative twist with currants and a dash of cinnamon for an extra touch of flavour and the results were amazing!
Even better, a few generous bakers shared their cakes with friends, proving that healthy choices can be both tasty and thoughtful.
Well done, Year 9 weβre proud of your skills, creativity, and teamwork!
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πββοΈπΎ Sport at Shrewsbury Academy! ποΈββοΈβΎ
Weβve got a fantastic line-up of before and after school sports clubs running all half term for all year groups! Whether you're into athletics, cricket, rounders, or just want to keep fit, thereβs something for everyone! πͺ
π Weekly Schedule:
Monday
π Athletics β Mr Dobson, Mr Dean, Miss Weaver, Miss Verrilli (Front Field)
Tuesday
πͺ Fitness β Miss Weaver (Fitness Suite)
π Cricket (Boys & Girls) β Mr Lawrenson, Mr Dean (Front Yard)
πͺ Fitness β Miss Verrilli (Fitness Suite)
Wednesday
πͺ Fitness β Mr Dobson (Fitness Suite)
π Rounders β Miss Weaver, Miss Verrilli (Back Field, split by year group)
Thursday
πͺ Fitness β Mr Dean (Fitness Suite)
Friday
πͺ Fitness β Miss Verrilli (Fitness Suite)
πͺ Fitness β Mr Lawrenson (Fitness Suite)
π’ Before School Clubs: 7:30am β 8:30am
π After School Clubs: 3:10pm β 4:10pm
π Reminder: Full PE kit must be worn for all extra-curricular activities.
β For more info, speak to the staff member running the club.
Letβs get active, stay healthy, and have fun! π
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πποΈ Shaking Things Up in Geography! ποΈπ
Our brilliant Year 8 students have been putting their earthquake knowledge to the test - literally! As part of their learning on earthquake mitigation, theyβve been challenged to design and build earthquake-proof structures using just spaghetti and marshmallows! ππ£
This hands-on activity helped students apply their powerful knowledge in a creative and practical way, thinking like real engineers and architects. The buildings are now complete... and the next step? Testing them to see which ones can withstand the shake! ππ₯
We canβt wait to see which designs stand tall and which ones crumble under pressure! Stay tuned for the results π
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ππ« Shrewsbury Academy Celebrates the Opening of New State-of-the-Art Facilities! π«π
We are thrilled to announce the official opening of our brand-new, cutting-edge facilities including modern science laboratories, a fully equipped library, and innovative design and technology classrooms. This incredible transformation has been made possible thanks to funding from the Department for Education and the outstanding work of Tilbury Douglas. π
This investment marks a major milestone for our school and the wider community, providing our students with the high-quality learning environment they truly deserve. π
π£οΈ Ryan Jervis, Chair of Governors, shared:
"This part of Shrewsbury has been underfunded for many years. While buildings alone do not educate children, this is a massive vote of confidence in our community and a clear sign that this school continues to move forward."
π£οΈ Jim Taylor, Headteacher, added:
"These facilities reflect our best intentions and highest expectations for our children and young people. We are relentlessly ambitious for every single young person here, and they deserve nothing less."
We were also honoured to welcome local MP Julia Buckley MP who praised the schoolβs progress and spirit:
"The nurturing environment, the teamwork, and the belief that every child matters is tangible. Please, feel as special as you are and be proud of whatβs happening at Shrewsbury Academy."
This is more than just a new building, itβs a new chapter for education in Shrewsbury. A chapter filled with hope, ambition, and opportunity for every child and young person in our care. π
To visit, please call 01743 276700 or visit shrewsburyacademy.co.uk
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π¬β¨ STEAM Club is Back - Every Tuesday This Half Term! βοΈπ¨
Weβre excited to welcome students back to STEAM Club every Tuesday this half term! π
Whether you're into science, technology, engineering, art, or maths, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Each session brings a new challenge, creative project, or hands-on experiment designed to spark curiosity and imagination.
π Check out whatβs happening each week β donβt miss out on the fun and discovery!
Open to all year groups β just bring your curiosity and a willingness to explore. No sign-up needed, just turn up and get involved!
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ππ A Big Congratulations to Janmah and Ciara! ππ
Weβre thrilled to share that Janmah and Ciara are the first Year 7 students to complete their Fun Ugly Doll project! π§Έπ¨
Just look at those proud faces. their creativity, hard work, and dedication truly paid off in these amazing creations. πβ¨
We canβt wait to see what other fun projects Year 7 will tackle next!
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π Not long to go until National #ThankATeacherDay! π
Nowβs the perfect time to show some love to the incredible teachers and staff who inspire, support, and educate children in our schools.
π©βπ«π¨βπ« Why not take a moment to recognise the hardworking, passionate educators in your life with a simple gesture of thanks?
π Visit the @ThankaTeacherUK website today to send a FREE, personalised, limited-edition e-card - all courtesy of the Thank a Teacher UK campaign!
Letβs brighten a teacher's day and show them just how much their dedication means to us and our communities. π
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π¬πͺ¨ Year 7 Rocks Science and Design Challenge! πͺ¨π¬
Year 7 students at Shrewsbury Academy have been busy combining science and creativity in a fascinating challenge: designing a new statue for Shrewsbury of Charles Darwin, the famous scientist known for his love of rocks and fossils! πͺ¨π
The challenge? To create a statue carved from an attractive, colourful hard rock that would stand the test of time and not react to rain or snow! π§οΈβοΈ
The class got hands-on, testing igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks to discover their properties. They even tested how rocks react with acid, some sedimentary rocks bubbled and fizzed, releasing carbon dioxide and a salty slime! (Definitely not statue material!) π€
After careful analysis and a final vote, they selected a beautiful pink, white, black, and silver grey granite, perfect for their statue of Darwin! ποΈ
Year 7 Science rocks β literally! Well done to all involved for your hard work and brilliant teamwork. π
π Learn more about the exciting things happening at Shrewsbury Academy: shrewsburyacademy.co.uk
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