17/03/26
Students Explore Careers in the Makeup Industry
Lower Academy students recently had the opportunity to step into the world of professional makeup as part of the academies Careers Taster Programme.
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- 16/03/26
Students Celebrate British Science Week with Hands-On Experiments
Lower Academy students marked British Science Week with a range of exciting hands-on activities that took place throughout science lessons across the week.Read Full Story - 16/03/26
Layla Receives Jack Petchey Outstanding Achiever Award
Year 7 student Layla.W has been recognised for her hard work and determination after receiving the Jack Petchey Outstanding Achiever Award.Read Full Story - 12/03/26
Year 9 Students Take Part in ‘Travel Hacks’ Road Safety Workshop
Year 9 students recently took part in an engaging road safety workshop delivered by Dean from Safer Essex Roads as part of a presentation called ‘Travel Hacks’.Read Full Story - 09/03/26
Students Mark World Book Day with Quizzes, Puzzles and Agatha Christie Activities
On Thursday 5th March, the Lower Academy celebrated World Book Day 2026 with students taking part in a range of activities designed to inspire a love of reading.Read Full Story - 09/03/26
Congratulations to Mrs Jacob – Jack Petchey Leader Award Winner
We are incredibly proud to celebrate Lower Academy English Teacher Mrs Jacob, who has been awarded a Jack Petchey Leader Award.Read Full Story - 09/03/26
Former Student Launches New Careers Taster Programme
Last week, the Lower Academy was delighted to welcome back former student Nicola Gunn as part of National Careers Week and the official launch of our brand-new Careers Taster Programme.Read Full Story - 09/03/26
From Classroom to Construction: Engineering Careers Brought to Life
As part of the Academies’ Careers Taster Programme, the Lower Academy was delighted to welcome back former student Maria Hucker to speak with our students.Read Full Story - 04/03/26
Students Explore Future Pathways During National Careers Week
Students at the Lower Academy took part in a range of activities to mark National Careers Week, helping them explore future pathways, develop career awareness and reflect on their ambitions.Read Full Story - 02/03/26
Millie Celebrates Gymnastics Success
Year 7 student Millie.O is achieving fantastic success in gymnastics alongside her studies. She is a dedicated member of South Essex Gymnastics Club, which runs sessions at Eversley Leisure Centre.Read Full Story - 27/02/26
Students become British Sign Language Ambassadors
Following last year’s successful launch of British Sign Language (BSL) learning during Tutor Time, selected students at the Lower Academy have been recognised for their dedication and enthusiasm.Read Full Story - 16/02/26
Future Forward Inspires Year 9 Students
Just before half term, our Year 9 students took part in the Future Forward programme, welcoming visiting performers to the Lower Academy for an engaging, careers-focused experience.Read Full Story