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  • 26/02/26

    Students Engage with UK Parliament Team

    On 11th February, we were delighted to welcome the UK Parliament Engagement Team into school for a day of political learning and discussion. Across Periods 1 and 2, the team delivered interactive presentations to 160 Year 9 students and 50 Year 12 Politics and History students. The sessions were...
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  • 26/02/26

    Sixth Form Visit National Apprenticeship Show

    On Monday 10th February, 150 of our Sixth Form students attended the National Apprenticeship Show for a highly informative and inspiring day focused on future opportunities. Students explored a wide range of higher and degree apprenticeship options, speaking directly with leading employers and tr...
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  • 26/02/26

    Inspiring the Next Generation: Year 9 Girls in STEM Workshop

    Samuel Whitbread Academy was proud to host our annual Year 9 Girls Computing STEM Workshop, welcoming 50 students for an exciting morning dedicated to coding, collaboration and creativity. We were delighted to be joined by students from King James Academy Royston, Freman College, Robert Bloomfiel...
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  • 30/01/26

    Samuel Whitbread Academy Hosts Successful Model United Nations Event

    Students from seven local schools unite to discuss and debate pressing global issues.
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  • 30/01/26

    Bringing History to Life at Southill Estate

    Year 9 HPQ students explore Black British history through local heritage
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  • 30/01/26

    Fundraising Success!

    Year 9’s Christmas Fair raises £833.46 for the East Anglian Air Ambulance
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  • 30/01/26

    Lunchbox Lectures are Back!

    Our Lunchbox Lectures have got off to a fantastic start this term, with four inspiring talks already delivered to students across the academy. Topics have ranged from science at sea to Black migration in the UK following World War II, giving students the chance to explore new ideas, perspectives and...
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  • 18/12/25

    Students Lead the Way in Supporting the Rotary Shoebox Appeal

    We are proud to share the success of this year’s Rotary Shoebox Appeal, led by our Year 12 students in collaboration with Year 9–11 form groups. The initiative brought students together to collect donations for disadvantaged individuals and families across Eastern Europe, demonstrating g...
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  • 18/12/25

    From SWA to the Oscars

    Hayder’s award-winning short film continues its remarkable journey
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  • 16/12/25

    Festive Creativity Shines: Students Celebrate Success in BEST Christmas Card Competition

    SWA Student, Eloise D was crowned the overall winner in the BEST Christmas Card Competition.
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  • 16/12/25

    Community Events & Resources

    Here are some great resources for activities and workshops happening in the local community.
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  • 16/12/25

    A Cut Above: Supporting a Great Cause

    Year 10 student, Troy M, shows generosity and community spirit through charity fundraising.
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