Woodkirk Academy

Thank you for all the Easter egg donations, it's been another fantastic turnout!

One of our student council Presidents- Ethan M - has taken it upon himself to do 100 push up's a day throughout April to raise money for Cancer Research UK.

We are all proud of Ethan's dedication and commitment to this cause and wish him the best of luck.

If you would like to donate, please follow the link below.

https://fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/ethans-giving-page-22521

Cup Semi-Final

Woodkirk Academy U16 faced their toughest challenge yet as they took on Pudsey Grammar in the cup semi-final.
Pudsey started the stronger side, using the wind to their advantage in the first half and applying early pressure. However, Woodkirk’s defence stood incredibly firm. Goalkeeper Grayson delivered a confident performance, supported brilliantly by a resilient back four of Niamh L, Jess M, Maisie B and Macy T—arguably their strongest display of the season.
In midfield, Emily P, Amelia P, Lucy R and Georgie R worked tirelessly, linking play effectively and creating opportunities for striker Poppy T. Their persistence paid off when Poppy opened the scoring with a powerful right-footed strike, showing great strength and skill to beat the defender and the keeper.
Just before half-time, Poppy struck again with another superb solo effort, battling through the opposition defence before calmly placing the ball into the bottom corner to give Woodkirk a 2–0 lead at the break.
The second half saw Kayla C introduced up front to bring fresh energy. With the advantage secured, Woodkirk adopted a disciplined defensive approach to protect their lead. Captain Abbie H led by example, dropping back to strengthen the defence and ensuring that any threats were dealt with confidently.
Despite the weather worsening, Woodkirk showed great determination and composure, maintaining their structure and seeing out the game with maturity.
A fantastic team performance secured a 2–0 victory, sending Woodkirk Academy U16 through to the cup final, which will be held in May at Leeds Beckett University.

Easter Appeal 2026!
Following your amazing support in previous years, we are asking for your continued generosity in supporting the WF3 Kindness Easter Trail.
Events like these thrive because of your contributions! If you can donate an Easter Egg this year or knit a chick or two to hold a small chocolate egg, we would greatly appreciate it.
Donations will be accepted at the Main Reception until Friday, 27th March.
Keep an eye on WF3 Kindness's social media for updates on the annual Easter Trail!

As we approach the final stretch of this half-term, we are encouraging all students to maintain strong attendance. Every day in school makes a real difference to their confidence and readiness for the summer term. Thank you for your ongoing support in ensuring your child attends every day. Your partnership is greatly appreciated and has a positive impact on their progress and wellbeing.

Bring It On: The Musical Show Week @ Woodkirk Academy. 🎭🪩

We kicked off on Monday with our Gala Opening Night, where staff and special guests were invited to enjoy the debut performance of Bring It On. As always, the students have demonstrated that their dedication and hard work truly pays off. The effort from everyone involved in the production has been remarkable. Our students delivered exceptional performances each evening throughout the week, including three completely sold-out shows!

Tonight is the final night, and the performers are ready to give it their all, making this evening unforgettable for everyone present. The journey has been incredible, and tonight is a celebration of all the hard work and passion that went into making the show a success. Let's cherish every moment of this final performance. Break a leg!!

We hope everyone who attended this week has enjoyed the show as much as we have and joins us in congratulating the cast and crew for their immense effort, not only this week but during all the rehearsals as well!

In the run up to Easter, we are placing a strong focus on attendance. Being in school every day helps students stay on track with their learning, feel settled in their routines and build confidence in the classroom. Teachers are covering important content at this point in the term, and regular attendance ensures students don’t miss key knowledge and skills that support their progress after Easter. Thank you for your continued partnership in helping your child attend every day, on time. If you need any support with routines or have concerns about attendance, please contact us - we’re here to help.

Our chicks have finally arrived! 🐣🐤

We now have nine little ones settling into their new environment. 🪹
The school has been buzzing with excitement since the eggs began to hatch. It all started on Wednesday around 2:40 pm when the first chick cracked open its shell. From then until Thursday morning, more followed suit, and by the time we returned to school, we had eight chicks. To our delight, another one emerged overnight, making it nine cheerful chicks in total.

Exciting victories in girls' football!

Both Year 7 and Year 9 teams faced off against Horbury Academy on Tuesday, March 3.
The Year 9 squad secured a 3-2 win, with Amelia P earning the player of the match honor. Meanwhile, the Year 7 team celebrated a 9-1 triumph, with Allana M being named player of the match.
A big thank you to our Year 11 students who officiated and guided the teams: Oliver P and Charlie C for Year 9, and Maisie B and Abbie H for Year 7.

🎉 Woodkirk Academy Football Match Announcement

Our Under 12's Squad are through to the Semi Finals!!

Egg-citing things are happening at Woodkirk Academy!! 🐣

Yesterday, ten chicken eggs arrived at the school, marking the start of our two-week "living eggs" project.
Year 7 students will explore the egg life cycle🥚learning the journey of an egg's life cycle is truly fascinating, especially when witnessing the hatching process firsthand. After hatching, the chicks will join Year 7 science classes where students can interact with them.
The eggs are currently nestled in an incubator and are being streamed live on YouTube. Tune in to catch the moment they hatch by watching the live stream below. Updates to come on socials!!

https://www.youtube.com/live/gMjtdIPymkA