Smestow Academy

We are delighted to announce that Aaratreeka in Year 10 has been selected from hundreds of entries across the city to WIN the Christmas Card Competition held by Stuart Anderson MP! The beautiful hand painted design will now be made into a Christmas card and sent to many important people, including the Prime Minister, Boris Johnson! Congratulations, Aaratreeka. We are very proud of your creativity. #wolverhampton

We are delighted to announce that Aaratreeka in Year 10 has been selected from hundreds of entries across the city to WIN the Christmas Card Competition held by Stuart Anderson MP! The beautiful hand painted design will now be made into a Christmas card and sent to many important people, including the Prime Minister, Boris Johnson! Congratulations, Aaratreeka. We are very proud of your creativity. #wolverhampton

Between Monday 29th Novemeber to Wednesday December 8th, we will be collecting items for the Good Shepherd Food Bank. We hope to be able to help those in need over the festive period. Items can be given to Student Support Leaders. Many thanks for your support! #foodbank #kindness

Between Monday 29th Novemeber to Wednesday December 8th, we will be collecting items for the Good Shepherd Food Bank. We hope to be able to help those in need over the festive period. Items can be given to Student Support Leaders. Many thanks for your support! #foodbank #kindness

It is now Disability History Month and today we remember the achievements of Rosa May Billinghurst. As a child she survived polio, which left her unable to walk. She was a British Suffragette and women's rights activist. She even went to prison for protesting for equality but that didn't stop her! Finally, in 1918 some women were allowed to vote. We have Rosa May Billinghurst and women like her to thank for this important step in equal rights for all. #disabilityhistorymonth #history

It is now Disability History Month and today we remember the achievements of Rosa May Billinghurst. As a child she survived polio, which left her unable to walk. She was a British Suffragette and women's rights activist. She even went to prison for protesting for equality but that didn't stop her! Finally, in 1918 some women were allowed to vote. We have Rosa May Billinghurst and women like her to thank for this important step in equal rights for all. #disabilityhistorymonth #history

More creative activities today in Health and Social Care. Today the students made play dough models based on obstacles that care users may face. This was then followed by keyword bingo! Well done, everyone! #healthandsocialcare #creativity

Big shout out to Ethan in 7Y1 who has surpassed expectations with his History home learning. Ethan only needed to pick a couple of tasks, but due to his love of the subject, he completed everything on the sheet! He has shown respect and integrity which are both Smestow Values. Ethan is a very keen young historian. Mrs Pinches is looking forward to helping him to develop his knowledge further. #History #year7

Big shout out to Ethan in 7Y1 who has surpassed expectations with his History home learning. Ethan only needed to pick a couple of tasks, but due to his love of the subject, he completed everything on the sheet! He has shown respect and integrity which are both Smestow Values. Ethan is a very keen young historian. Mrs Pinches is looking forward to helping him to develop his knowledge further. #History #year7

Last reminder for any remaining donations or sponsorship money for Children in Need. Every person who donates to our justgiving page will be put into our prize draw on Friday. https://justgiving.com/fundraising/smestow-academy

Last reminder for any remaining donations or sponsorship money for Children in Need. Every person who donates to our justgiving page will be put into our prize draw on Friday. https://justgiving.com/fundraising/smestow-academy

We are very proud that our very own fundraising hero, Louis Johnson in Year 11, will be joining the Mayor of Wolverhampton to switch on the lights at Tettenhall this Saturday. Well done, Louis!

We are very proud that our very own fundraising hero, Louis Johnson in Year 11, will be joining the Mayor of Wolverhampton to switch on the lights at Tettenhall this Saturday. Well done, Louis!

Well done and thank you to everyone who entered our Christmas Card Competition! We are overwhelmed with the creativity of our students. Winners will be announced shortly. Watch this space!

Well done and thank you to everyone who entered our Christmas Card Competition! We are overwhelmed with the creativity of our students. Winners will be announced shortly. Watch this space!

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City of Wolverhampton Council is providing support during the Christmas school holidays to help families in need to access free activities, and food for their school-aged children who currently receive benefits related free school meals. To apply visit https://orlo.uk/LiUZL

Congratulations to ex Smestow student, Jonathan Mibeko who last week Graduated with a First Class Honours Degree in Business and Management from De Montfort University. Jonathan came to the UK in 2006 from the Congo following the sad passing of his mother.  Jonathan is visually impaired and when he arrived at Smestow he spoke very little English. Despite the challenges he has faced, Jonathan has truly excelled. We are incredibly proud of all of Jonathan's achievements. If you or someone you know is an ex Smestow student who would like to share their achievements and inspire young people, please get in touch at [email protected]

Congratulations to ex Smestow student, Jonathan Mibeko who last week Graduated with a First Class Honours Degree in Business and Management from De Montfort University. Jonathan came to the UK in 2006 from the Congo following the sad passing of his mother.  Jonathan is visually impaired and when he arrived at Smestow he spoke very little English. Despite the challenges he has faced, Jonathan has truly excelled. We are incredibly proud of all of Jonathan's achievements. If you or someone you know is an ex Smestow student who would like to share their achievements and inspire young people, please get in touch at [email protected]

This month is Disability History Month and today we remember the accomplishments of Ben Purse. Ben was born in Salford in 1874 and lost his sight by the age of 13. He trained as a piano tuner but felt he didn't get the chances he deserved because of his disability. On 5th April 1920 he marched with hundreds of other people with visual impairments and campaigned for equal rights. He also spoke to the Prime Minister. This resulted in the first ever law in the whole world for equality in the workplace for people with disabilities. What an incredible achievement! #disabilityhistorymonth

This month is Disability History Month and today we remember the accomplishments of Ben Purse. Ben was born in Salford in 1874 and lost his sight by the age of 13. He trained as a piano tuner but felt he didn't get the chances he deserved because of his disability. On 5th April 1920 he marched with hundreds of other people with visual impairments and campaigned for equal rights. He also spoke to the Prime Minister. This resulted in the first ever law in the whole world for equality in the workplace for people with disabilities. What an incredible achievement! #disabilityhistorymonth

See your PE teacher to find out more about an exciting trip to see Tottenham Hotspur v Wolverhampton Wanderers in February. @smestowpe #football #wolves #spurs

See your PE teacher to find out more about an exciting trip to see Tottenham Hotspur v Wolverhampton Wanderers in February. @smestowpe #football #wolves #spurs

Today we were very fortunate to be visited by Professor the Lord Norton of Louth, an English author, academic and serving peer in the House of Lords. Lord Norton met with students to teach them about the British Parliamentary system. Accompanying Lord Norton, was Mr Irving Anderson, who was once a student at Smestow, and now works at the House of Lords. Huge thanks to Lord Norton and Mr Anderson for a fascinating insight into the House of Lords. Well done to all of our students for their impeccable manners, behaviour and contributions. In the photo L-R are Lord Norton, Katie (Head Girl), Harvey (Head Boy) and ex Smestow student, Mr Anderson. A wonderful day! #BritishValues #respect

Today we were very fortunate to be visited by Professor the Lord Norton of Louth, an English author, academic and serving peer in the House of Lords. Lord Norton met with students to teach them about the British Parliamentary system. Accompanying Lord Norton, was Mr Irving Anderson, who was once a student at Smestow, and now works at the House of Lords. Huge thanks to Lord Norton and Mr Anderson for a fascinating insight into the House of Lords. Well done to all of our students for their impeccable manners, behaviour and contributions. In the photo L-R are Lord Norton, Katie (Head Girl), Harvey (Head Boy) and ex Smestow student, Mr Anderson. A wonderful day! #BritishValues #respect

Career of the Week - International Aid/Development Worker - https://buff.ly/3x1RCVQ

Career of the Week - International Aid/Development Worker - https://buff.ly/3x1RCVQ

Numeracy in the News.
Read through this weeks numeracy newspaper with a focus on stories in the news from the past week and the numbers behind them. You will see some maths questions with each article. See how many of the questions you can answer and submit them to your maths teacher by the end of the day on Friday. . If you are in Y7, 8 or 9, you will find this on your Homework Portal too.
The solutions to the News articles last week can be found on this link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_p8rlOYdm1k

Numeracy in the News.
Read through this weeks numeracy newspaper with a focus on stories in the news from the past week and the numbers behind them. You will see some maths questions with each article. See how many of the questions you can answer and submit them to your maths teacher by the end of the day on Friday. . If you are in Y7, 8 or 9, you will find this on your Homework Portal too.
The solutions to the News articles last week can be found on this link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_p8rlOYdm1k

Well done and thank you to all of our amazing students and their families who got involved with Children in Need fundraising. We had some amazing sponsored events and lots of students enjoyed a cake from the cake sale. Please donate all remaining funds to our justgiving page by Friday. We will then do a grand prize draw for everyone who has donated via our page as a big thank you for your efforts and kindness. https://justgiving.com/fundraising/smestow-academy #childreninneed

Well done and thank you to all of our amazing students and their families who got involved with Children in Need fundraising. We had some amazing sponsored events and lots of students enjoyed a cake from the cake sale. Please donate all remaining funds to our justgiving page by Friday. We will then do a grand prize draw for everyone who has donated via our page as a big thank you for your efforts and kindness. https://justgiving.com/fundraising/smestow-academy #childreninneed

Over the course of the next month we will be marking Disability History Month. Every person has unique skills and qualities, with the potential to achieve great things. #disabilityhistorymonth

Over the course of the next month we will be marking Disability History Month. Every person has unique skills and qualities, with the potential to achieve great things. #disabilityhistorymonth

Well done and thank you to everyone who got involved today with Children in Need fundraising. A special thanks to our amazing students for the spontaneous applause for the staff in fancy dress. It really meant the world and was a very special moment. We are very proud of you. Still time to donate at: https://justgiving.com/fundraising/smestow-academy
#childreninneed #smestow #smestowfamily

Day 5 of Anti-Bullying Week and what a great end to the week we have had at Smestow Academy! Well done to everyone who has donated or raised money for Children in Need. Every penny makes a big difference. #onekindwordchallenge🙏🏼❤️ #childreninneed

Day 5 of Anti-Bullying Week and what a great end to the week we have had at Smestow Academy! Well done to everyone who has donated or raised money for Children in Need. Every penny makes a big difference. #onekindwordchallenge🙏🏼❤️ #childreninneed

Today we celebrate the birth of the first Sikh guru, Guru Nanak. One of the most celebrated Sikh gurus and the founder of Sikhism, Guru Nanak is highly revered by the Sikh community. Have a wonderful day! #gurunanakdevji

Today we celebrate the birth of the first Sikh guru, Guru Nanak. One of the most celebrated Sikh gurus and the founder of Sikhism, Guru Nanak is highly revered by the Sikh community. Have a wonderful day! #gurunanakdevji

We are supporting Children in Need. Donate at https://justgiving.com/fundraising/smestow-academy
Every donation goes into a prize draw! #childreninneed

We are supporting Children in Need. Donate at https://justgiving.com/fundraising/smestow-academy
Every donation goes into a prize draw! #childreninneed

Don't forget change tomorrow for our Children in Need Cake Sale at break in the cafe! #childreninneed

Don't forget change tomorrow for our Children in Need Cake Sale at break in the cafe! #childreninneed

Our UWMAT VI Open Evening is in full swing! Everyone welcome, here until 7pm. #UWMATVI #Wolverhampton

See you this evening! #openevening #wolverhampton

See you this evening! #openevening #wolverhampton

Day 4 of Anti-Bullying Week. We challenge all of our students to do one kind deed today. #collaboration #antibullyingweek #onekindwordchallenge🙏🏼❤️

Day 4 of Anti-Bullying Week. We challenge all of our students to do one kind deed today. #collaboration #antibullyingweek #onekindwordchallenge🙏🏼❤️

Everyone who donates to Children in Need through the Smestow JustGiving Page will be entered into a Prize Draw! First prize is an Amazon Voucher! To donate go to- https://justgiving.com/fundraising/smestow-academy

Everyone who donates to Children in Need through the Smestow JustGiving Page will be entered into a Prize Draw! First prize is an Amazon Voucher! To donate go to- https://justgiving.com/fundraising/smestow-academy

How to be kind online #onekindword #AntiBullyingWeek #nationalonlinesafety

How to be kind online #onekindword #AntiBullyingWeek #nationalonlinesafety

Well done to 8Y2 who have been learning about imperative verbs. #literacy

Well done to 8Y2 who have been learning about imperative verbs. #literacy

Day 3 of Anti-Bullying Week. Don't forget to enter the 'One Kind Word' competition. Create a piece of music, art, poetry or a short story. Entries can be given to Mrs Keeley or Mr McMahon. #onekindword #antibullyingweek

Day 3 of Anti-Bullying Week. Don't forget to enter the 'One Kind Word' competition. Create a piece of music, art, poetry or a short story. Entries can be given to Mrs Keeley or Mr McMahon. #onekindword #antibullyingweek

This evening Smestow Academy was awarded the City of Wolverhampton Anti-Bullying Charter Status Achievement Award by the Mayor of Wolverhampton at the Molineux. Mrs Keeley accompanied Charlotte, Honour and Alina from Year 11, pictured here with the Mayor. Honour also opened the ceremony with a performance on the drums. Everyone had a wonderful time! Congratulations to everyone who attended and thank you to @headstartfm , The Mayor and everyone at @wolves for hosting such an inspirational evening.

Please follow the link for a Parent Guide to our curriculum. #Education

https://www.smestow.org/admin/ckfinder/userfiles/files/A%20Parent%20guide%20to%20the%20curriculum%20at%20Smestow%20Academy.pdf

Please follow the link for a Parent Guide to our curriculum. #Education

https://www.smestow.org/admin/ckfinder/userfiles/files/A%20Parent%20guide%20to%20the%20curriculum%20at%20Smestow%20Academy.pdf

Day 2 of Anti-Bullying Week. This evening three student representatives will attend the Anti-Bullying Charter Awards Ceremony. This prestigious event recognises the efforts of schools to tackle bullying and support the wellbeing of young people. #antibullyingweek #onekindword

Day 2 of Anti-Bullying Week. This evening three student representatives will attend the Anti-Bullying Charter Awards Ceremony. This prestigious event recognises the efforts of schools to tackle bullying and support the wellbeing of young people. #antibullyingweek #onekindword