The excitement was in the air this week as, in celebrating World Book Day, all students at The Wisbech Academy have been issued with a WBD voucher as well as a free £1 World Book Day book from the campus library. For more information on this year's free Word Book Day titles and the terms and conditions, please visit their website.
“Holocaust Memorial Day is a poignant opportunity to reflect, learn, and grow. At TWA, it is more than a history lesson—it is a chance to inspire students to be compassionate and courageous in the face of injustice.”
Adam Tan, Director of STEM and Acting Head of Science at The Wisbech Academy
“When students feel valued and part of a community, they are more likely to engage actively in their learning.”
Camilla Carlise, Education Welfare Officer, TWA
On 7th November 2024, an exciting launch meeting took place between Fenland Parent Power and the Parent Teacher Friends Association (PTFA) of The Wisbech Academy (TWA).
As part of our ongoing commitment to relational practice, pupils and staff at The Wisbech Academy participated in the second International Positive Noticing Day on Thursday 5th December, an initiative developed by behaviour expert and author, Paul Dix.
Empowering Students for a Sustainable Future
On Remembrance Day, we pause to honour the dedication and sacrifices of those who have served in the armed forces. Reflecting on the contributions of past generations, we take pride in recognising the commitment of our young cadets, who exemplify the values of service and responsibility.
At Wisbech Academy, we were delighted to join Thomas Clarkson Academy for our first Wisbech Campus event. 1300 students and over 100 staff spread across TCA Eden auditorium.
Brooke, a Year 11 student at TCA, delivered a heartfelt and moving speech in memory of her father, who passed away when she was just 7 months old. Her family founded a charity called Scotty’s Little Soldiers, which is dedicated to supporting children who have lost a parent in the armed forces. Brooke's courage and resilience touched everyone as she spoke about the profound impact of losing her father in war.
Mr. Scott, the Executive Principal for both TWA and TCA, also gave an inspiring speech. He spoke eloquently about the significance of Remembrance Day, emphasising the importance of honouring those who have served and sacrificed for our country. His words reminded us of all the deep respect and gratitude we owe to the armed forces and the enduring legacy of their bravery.
The Wisbech Academy was also very fortunate to receive a short assembly from Miss Rose, a maths teacher at TCA who previously served in the RAF and is now a Flying Officer in the Air Cadets of 272 (Wisbech) Squadron. Along with her amazing team of cadets, Miss Rose explained to the students the benefits of joining the cadets and the importance of Remembrance Day. Her presentation highlighted the values of discipline, teamwork, and community service that the cadets embody, encouraging students to consider joining and contributing to this proud tradition.
Claire Gibson, Head of Mathematics at The Wisbech Academy, has announced an inspiring new partnership with the Jon Egging Trust. This collaboration aims to raise aspirations and broaden horizons for our students, providing them with unique opportunities to develop both academically and personally.
We are excited to introduce a new initiative at our school called Hot Chocolate Fridays!
This special event is designed to recognise and reward students who have demonstrated exceptional effort and gone above and beyond in their studies and behaviour.
Students are nominated for Hot Chocolate Friday for a variety of reasons. This could be by showing consistent effort in their studies, or by demonstrating the TWA values. For example, on our first hot Chocolate Friday, students were nominated for service to the community, because they gave up their free time to support the school's Open Evening. Other students were nominated because they chose to give up their free time to pick up litter.
We believe that acknowledging and rewarding positive behaviour and academic achievements will motivate our students to continue putting in their best efforts.
Thank you for your support in making this initiative a success. We look forward to celebrating our students’ achievements together!
"Our primary goal is for students to feel confident and energised when performing, embracing it as an act of wellbeing."
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Join us on Thursday 26th September for our Wisbech Campus Open Evening.
We are looking forward to showing you the facilities, the future building and answer any queries you may have on the evening.
Doors open at 6pm with the first Principal's address at 6.10, followed by a second one at 7.30pm.
As we embark on our inaugural year, The Wisbech Academy is thrilled to announce our Welcome Week, taking place from September 9th to 13th.
This special week is designed to engage our new students and set a positive tone for their educational journey at our brand-new secondary school. Our Welcome Week programme will blend a behaviour curriculum with exciting "Wow" activities across various subjects, including maths, science, and creative arts.
Our Welcome Week is tailored to ensure that students have a memorable and positive start at The Wisbech Academy. By combining fun, hands-on experiences with clear expectations, we're laying the groundwork for a successful year of learning and growth.