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  • 27/06/25

    Celebrating Creativity at the BEST Summer Arts Festival

    On Thursday, 26th June, Samuel Whitbread Academy came alive with colour, music, and community spirit as we hosted the BEST Summer Arts Festival, a joyous celebration of the incredible talent across the trust. Families, students, and staff gathered for an unforgettable evening, showcasin...
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  • 27/06/25

    Year 11 Prom: An Evening to Remember

    On Wednesday 25th June, Year 11 students marked the end of their school journey in style with a spectacular prom held at Bedford Marquee. The event was a wonderful celebration of friendship, achievement, and new beginnings. The venue was beautifully set up for the occasion, and students arrived in s...
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  • 27/06/25

    Building Bridges Across Generations

    During the week commencing 16th July, a group of our students had the privilege of visiting Oak Manor Care Home as part of an ongoing intergenerational project. This special visit was focused on preparing for the upcoming VJ Day (Victory over Japan Day) commemorations. Students had the opportunity t...
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  • 27/06/25

    Year 10 Design and Technology Students Visit the Design Museum

    Earlier this term, our Year 10 Design and Technology students took part in an inspiring trip to the Design Museum in London. As part of their GCSE coursework, the visit offered a valuable opportunity to explore how design shapes and protects our environment. The highlight of the day was a ha...
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  • 27/06/25

    Learning in Action at Walton-on-the-Naze

    Our Year 10 Geography students recently took part in an exciting and enriching field trip to Walton-on-the-Naze, putting classroom theory into real-world context through a full day of hands-on investigation and data collection. The day was divided into two parts, beginning with physical geography...
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  • 13/06/25

    A Tribute to Sir Geoff Palmer OBE

    We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Sir Geoff Palmer OBE, an esteemed academic and tireless advocate for justice and equality. Sir Geoff's impactful online talk at Samuel Whitbread Academy was a truly memorable occasion for our students and staff. He shared his invaluable e...
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  • 12/06/25

    From Our Classrooms to Published Author!

    We are incredibly proud to announce the debut novel from one of our talented former students, Vicki Bolland! Her fantasy novel, "None Down, Three to Go," is a captivating read that we're thrilled to feature.
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  • 11/06/25

    Year 12 Biology Students Contribute to Re-wilding Project

    Our Year 12 Biology students had a fantastic week getting hands-on with real-world science at the Southill Estate. They were busy conducting vital sampling work to explore biodiversity, as part of an exciting and ongoing re-wilding project with Charles Whitbread. We are incredibly grateful for this...
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  • 11/06/25

    Get Ready for the SWA Science Fair 2025!

    ​​​​​​Mark your calendars! The SWA Science Fair is just around the corner, taking place on Thursday, July 10th, from lunchtime onwards. This exciting event is open to all years, and there will be fantastic prizes for top entries!
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  • 04/06/25

    Project Partridge: Hatching Hope for the Wild

    Building on our springtime success with ducklings, we're now helping native partridges take flight!
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  • 04/06/25

    From Pompeii to Pizza-Making: An Italian Adventure

    An action-packed journey through ruins, lemon groves, and coastal roads leaves lasting memories for our Year 10 Geography students.
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  • 22/05/25

    Community Events

    Here are some great resources for summer activities and workshops happening in the local community.
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