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  • 11/03/25

    Success at Code Quest!

    On Saturday, the 1st of March 2025, a group of our talented Year 10 and Year 12 students took part in the Annual Code Quest Programming Competition at Lockheed Martin in Ampthill. Competing against schools from across the region, they showcased their problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and programm...
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  • 06/03/25

    New Chief Operating Officer Appointed at BEST

    We are pleased to announce that Mark Liddiard has been appointed as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST). Mark joins us from The Football Association, where he has spent the last 24 years in various roles supporting grassroots football. In addition to his...
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  • 26/02/25

    International Day 2025

    An afternoon of culture, food, and music brought our school community together in a vibrant celebration of unity and understanding.
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  • 26/02/25

    Thrills and Chills: SWA Students Take on the Slopes in Norway!

    SWA Students Experience an Unforgettable Ski Adventure in Norway.
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  • 26/02/25

    Success for SWA in the UKMT Intermediate Maths Challenge

    We’re thrilled to share the outstanding achievements of our students in the UKMT Intermediate Maths Challenge! A total of 38 Year 11 students took on the challenge, demonstrating their problem-solving skills in this nationally recognised competition. Their hard work and dedication have...
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  • 14/02/25

    Year 11 Practical Food Exams Completed!​​​​​​​

    A Huge Well Done to Our Year 11 Students! We would like to take a moment to celebrate the incredible hard work and dedication of our Year 11 students, who have now completed their GCSE Food Practical Exams. As a department, we are immensely proud of each and every student for the effort, creativi...
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  • 13/02/25

    Admissions Arrangements 2026

    The Admissions Policy for September 2026 has now been finalised and officially published. You can access the full details here.
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  • 30/01/25

    Samuel Whitbread Academy Hosts 2025 Model UN Event

    Students from nine local schools united to discuss and debate pressing global issues. 
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  • 29/01/25

    A Fond Farewell and Exciting New Beginnings

    Mr Martin Announces Key Changes to Senior Leadership Team
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  • 29/01/25

    Fundraising Success throughout the Academy

    We are thrilled to share some wonderful news from Mr. Clark! The Christmas Fayre & non-uniform day, held on the last day of term, was not only a joyous occasion filled with fun activities and delicious treats, but also a fantastic opportunity to support the charities we care about as a school co...
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  • 28/01/25

    Police Crime Commissioner visits SWA

    PCC John Tizard had a wonderful tour of our academy with Mr Martin and Mrs Linehan.
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  • 23/01/25

    January Excursions

    January has been a busy month across the academy; read below to see what the students have been up to.  
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