07/03/25
National Careers Week 2025
Upper Academy students took part in a range of activities to celebrate National Careers Week, designed to inspire and inform them about future pathways.
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- 03/03/25
Sports Studies Students Gain Insight at University of Suffolk
Upper Academy Sports Studies students recently had the exciting opportunity to visit the University of Suffolk for a day of hands-on learning and exploration of their state-of-the-art facilities.Read Full Story - 03/03/25
Business Students Gain Real-World Insights at RollaCity
Year 10 Business Studies students recently had the exciting opportunity to visit RollaCity skating rink in Rochford.Read Full Story - 26/02/25
Year 11 Experience the Magic of Paris
During half term, our Year 11 students embarked on an unforgettable residential trip to Paris, immersing themselves in the city's rich culture and iconic landmarks.Read Full Story - 24/02/25
Former Student Bo-Starr Oliver Inspires Academy Students for National Apprenticeship Week
Apprentice Rail Engineer Bo-Starr Oliver and charity founder Ram Goyal share career insights and inspire resilience.Read Full Story - 24/02/25
Students Gain Insight into Higher Education at Anglia Ruskin University
Year 12 students recently had the opportunity to visit Anglia Ruskin University in Chelmsford, where they explored the campus and gained valuable insights into university life and future career pathways.Read Full Story - 10/02/25
Students Shine in National Maths Competition
Congratulations to 30 of our students; 29 from Year 11 and one from Year 10, who participated in this year’s UK Maths Trust Intermediate Mathematical Challenge.Read Full Story - 27/01/25
PET-Xi Workshops Support Year 11 Success
Building on the success of last year’s sessions, PET-Xi returned last week to deliver workshops for our Year 11 students in English, Maths, and Science.Read Full Story - 20/01/25
Sixth Formers Gain Insight into Careers with PHS Hygiene Services
Recently, our Sixth Form students had the opportunity to visit PHS, the UK’s largest hygiene services provider, during a careers visit to their premises in Wickford.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 - 13/01/25
Thriving as an External Student: My Story at the Basildon Upper Academy Sixth Form
Enrolling in the right Sixth Form is a crucial decision in preparing for your future. Whilst many students choose to attend their Secondary School’s sixth form, many others – myself included – decided to make a fresh start in a brand-new school. Certainly, a daunting decision, but...Read Full Story - 07/01/25
Afolabi Wins Prize at Basildon Skills Show
Congratulations to Year 11 student Afolabi, who recently won a prize at the Basildon Skills Show.Read Full Story