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  • 19/10/26

    Sasha Receives Jack Petchey Outstanding Achiever Award

    Year 7 student Sasha.J has been recognised with a Jack Petchey Outstanding Achiever Award in recognition of her hard work, the progress she has made in her Bridge classes and the support she gives to her peers.
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  • 19/10/26

    Showing Our Support for Show Racism the Red Card

    On Friday 16th October, students and staff were invited to wear red to show their support for Show Racism the Red Card and its work to tackle racism.
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  • 19/10/26

    Year 8 Students Learn About Hate Crime Awareness

    Last week, as part of Hate Crime Awareness Week, our Year 8 students took part in a thought-provoking performance by a local theatre company, exploring the impact of hate crime and the importance of challenging prejudice and discrimination.
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  • 15/10/26

    Perfect Attendance Wins Ryan-McKenzie Pumpkin Festival Tickets

    Year 9 student Ryan-McKenzie.W was the lucky winner of the Lower Attendance Raffle, drawn at random from students who had achieved 100% attendance and recorded zero late marks so far this term.
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  • 12/10/26

    Students Raise Awareness of Hate Crime

    The Lower Academy is marking Hate Crime Awareness Week 2026, which runs from 10th –17th October, with activities encouraging students to reflect on hate crime, equality and the importance of treating everyone with respect.
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  • 12/10/26

    Sporting Success at the Lower Academy

    It has been a fantastic few weeks for sport at the Lower Academy, with our students showing skill, determination and teamwork across basketball and football.
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  • 05/10/26

    Year 7 Bridge Students Learn About Fairtrade

    As part of Fairtrade Fortnight, our Year 7 Bridge students have been learning more about Fairtrade and its importance in supporting farmers and communities around the world.
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  • 05/10/26

    Welcoming Our Future Year 7 Students

    On Thursday, 1st October, the Lower Academy was delighted to welcome prospective Year 7 students and their families to our annual Open Evening.
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  • 28/09/26

    Celebrating Our Jack Petchey Award Winners ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

    Last week, our Jack Petchey Award recipients were celebrated at a special awards ceremony at Basildon Towngate Theatre.
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  • 28/09/26

    Students Learn About Hate Crime & Online Responsibility

    The Lower Academy recently welcomed Yasmin, Education Officer from Essex County Fire and Rescue Service, who delivered important sessions on hate crime to students across all year groups.
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  • 22/09/26

    Enrichment Programme Gets Off to a Great Start

    The Basildon Lower Academy’s enrichment programme has got off to a great start, with students embracing a wide range of clubs and activities available from the beginning of the new school year.
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  • 21/09/26

    Lower Academy Receives Music Mark Recognition for Third Consecutive Year

    The Basildon Lower Academy has been awarded the Music Mark recognition for the third consecutive year, an achievement that reflects the dedication of our music department and the wide range of opportunities available to students.
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