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  • 26/11/25

    Sixth Form Open Evening & Careers Fair: An Evening of Opportunity

    On Thursday 13th November, Samuel Whitbread Academy was delighted to welcome students, families and employers to two major events in our calendar: the Sixth Form Open Evening and the annual Careers Fair. Both events were a tremendous success, showcasing the wide range of opportunities available to o...
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  • 26/11/25

    Remembrance at Samuel Whitbread Academy

    This year, the academy marked Remembrance Day with a series of meaningful events that brought our community together in reflection and gratitude.
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  • 23/10/25

    A Deep Dive into Degree Apprenticeships at Network Rail

    This week, our Year 12 and 13 students had an incredible opportunity to spend a day at Network Rail HQ, immersing themselves in the world of Degree Apprenticeships. The visit was a huge success, thanks to the warm welcome from Helen and her team of dedicated degree apprentices. Hearing direc...
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  • 23/10/25

    Exploring the Frontiers of Physics

    Our Sixth Form physicists recently returned from an incredible trip to the European Organisation for Nuclear Research, better known as CERN, the birthplace of the World Wide Web and home to the world's most powerful particle accelerators. This was a unique opportunity for the students to witness...
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  • 23/10/25

    Year 11 Explores STEM Careers at ExCeL

    The Science department recently took 94 Year 11 students to a STEM Careers Day at the London ExCeL Arena.
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  • 23/10/25

    Nature, Colour & Creativity in Full Bloom!

    It's been a wonderfully creative month in the Art Department!
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  • 21/10/25

    Our Day in Court

    GCSE Sociology students had an insightful day at the National Justice Museum this month.
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  • 25/09/25

    Celebrating the Life of Stephen Fox: Memorial Football Match

    At the start of June, we were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Stephen Fox, an extraordinary educator who dedicated 28 years of his career to Robert Bloomfield Academy and the wider Shefford community. Stephen’s passion, commitment, and kindness left a lasting impact on everyone who k...
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  • 25/09/25

    Open Evening 2025

    Our first Open Evening of the year took place on 23rd September, and it was truly a remarkable evening. It was inspiring to see our entire school community come together to showcase the excellence, dedication and passion that define our academy.  Each department showcased the fantastic work...
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  • 25/09/25

    Creativity Blooms this September at SWA

    The Art & Design department has had an excellent start to the new school year. Our new Year 9 students have already produced some outstanding homework, creating detailed Biro drawings inspired by the work of Mark Powell, who is renowned for his intricate bird illustrations.   Year 10...
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  • 25/09/25

    Whitbread Racing: New Car, New Season Ahead!

    This September, the Whitbread Racing Team proudly took delivery of their brand-new kit car, which they will be preparing to race in the Green Power Series 2026. This exciting milestone marks the beginning of a new chapter for the team, who will spend the coming months working hard in their weekly af...
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  • 25/09/25

    Discovering the Power of Physics at Cambridge

    Students from Year 11 and Sixth Form enjoyed an inspiring day at the University of Cambridge’s Physics at Work event.
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