16/02/26
Ice Skating Reward Trip a Fantastic Success
On Wednesday 11th February, a group of our Year 10 students enjoyed a well-deserved reward trip to Sapphire Ice & Leisure in Romford.
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USP College Visit Supports Year 11 with Post-16 Choices
Representatives from USP College recently visited the Upper Academy to speak with our Year 11 students about their Post-16 options and future pathways.Read Full Story - 16/02/26
Upper Academy Marks Children’s Mental Health Week
During the last week of term, students at the Upper Academy took part in a series of Children’s Mental Health Week activities during Tutor Time, exploring this year’s theme, ‘This Is My Place’.Read Full Story - 05/02/26
Year 10 Praised by Employers During Mock Interview Day
On Wednesday 4th February, the entire Year 10 cohort took part in a full day of mock interviews, designed to help students develop confidence, communication skills and an understanding of real-world recruitment processes.Read Full Story - 02/02/26
Year 11 Build Skills and Confidence Through PET-Xi Intervention Week
Last week, the Upper Academy welcomed PET-Xi to deliver a series of targeted intervention workshops for Year 11 students in English, Maths and Science.Read Full Story - 02/02/26
Recognising Achievement in Work Experience
On Thursday 29th January, Year 11 students were presented with certificates to recognise and celebrate the commitment, responsibility and skills they demonstrated during their Year 10 work experience placements last school year.Read Full Story - 26/01/26
Holocaust Memorial Day: Year 11 Students Take Part in Reflective Activities
With Holocaust Memorial Day taking place on Tuesday 27 January, Year 11 students engaged in activities aimed at deepening their understanding of the importance of remembrance, while encouraging thoughtful discussion and creativity.Read Full Story - 16/01/26
Year 11 Students Take Part in DWP Careers Workshops
Year 11 students recently took part in an apprenticeship and job-search workshop led by Andrea from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).Read Full Story - 12/01/26
Boys’ Football Team Secure Home Win
Our Boys’ Football Team recorded a fantastic 1–0 home victory against Southchurch High School in a well-contested match.Read Full Story - 09/01/26
A Fantastic Start to the Term!
We’re thrilled to share the incredible success of our recent English and Maths GCSE resit results.Read Full Story - 08/01/26
Careers Pro: Helping Your Child Explore Future Pathways
We are pleased to share that students and parents/carers now have access to Careers Pro, an interactive online platform designed to help young people explore future career pathways with confidence.Read Full Story - 05/01/26
Air Ambulance Inspires Sixth Form to Learn CPR
On Wednesday 17th December, our Sixth Form students had the privilege of welcoming the Essex and Herts Air Ambulance team, who visited to launch the CPR Smart campaign.Read Full Story