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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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  • 25/09/25

    A Celebratory Start to the School Year

    September at Samuel Whitbread Academy always begins with a sense of excitement, and this year was no exception. 
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  • 18/07/25

    9 to 5: A Resounding Success

    The school’s recent performance of 9 to 5 was a resounding success, delighting audiences with its energy and humour. Our incredible cast rose to the challenge of performing underneath the lights in full costumes in the incredibly hot weather. From the catchy opening number to the powerful fina...
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  • 18/07/25

    Year 10 Cricketers Reach Regional Finals!

    Congratulations to the Year 10 boys’ cricket team, who have won the Bedfordshire County Cricket Final for the second year in a row! In an incredible repeat of last year’s Year 9 final, they beat Biddenham International School on the very last ball, with the same batter once again hitting...
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  • 17/07/25

    On Point: SWA Dancers Dazzle this Summer!

    It’s been a fantastic month for dance at SWA, with students taking part in a range of exciting opportunities and achieving some incredible successes.
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  • 17/07/25

    SWA Racing Returns!

    We're excited to announce that SWA Racing is back and ready to hit the track! Led by Mr K Brooks, this fantastic initiative allows students to get hands-on experience in designing and engineering a racing car. It is a brilliant way for young minds to develop their skills in STEM, teamwork and in...
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  • 17/07/25

    Community Events & Resources

    Here are some great resources for activities and workshops happening in the local community.
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  • 17/07/25

    Peru Expedition: Camps International Adventure Begins!

    A group of our Year 11, 12 and 13 students have embarked on an exciting one-month expedition to Peru as part of the Camps International programme. Over the course of the trip, they’ll be exploring different regions of the country, supporting local communities through volunteering projects, exp...
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