25-26 Term 1 Newsletter

@Brooke Weston Academy / 3 Apr 2026

📱 Stay Connected with us! At BWA, we currently use Edulink, a secure and easy‑to‑use app (and web page) that keeps everything you need in one place. You can quickly check attendance, amend your details, view reports, and stay up to date with school messages, all from your phone or any device. Edulink makes it easy to stay connected and informed, wherever you are. 📱✨ ❗ Not

@Brooke Weston Academy / 1 Apr 2026

🌞 Wake Up Wednesday! As exam season approaches, here are some helpful tips to support effective revision! 📚✨ Small steps, smart planning, and regular breaks make all the difference. You’ve got this! 💪🧠 💛 Action for Happiness! Take a moment for wellbeing today. Check out April’s Action for Happiness calendar and try a simple action that boosts positivity and

@Brooke Weston Academy / 31 Mar 2026

☕💛 SEND Coffee Morning at Brooke Weston Academy Last week, we were delighted to welcome Maplefields Outreach Service, Better Together Learning Trust, and Together Trust – Sleep Services to our SEND Coffee Morning. Parents and carers had the chance to chat directly with specialist outreach teams, ask questions, and access personalised advice and support - all in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

@Brooke Weston Academy / 30 Mar 2026

🔥 Well done, BWA Bronze DofE team! 🔥 Your practice expedition was a true test of grit, teamwork, and perseverance and you smashed it! 🥾⛰️ We’re incredibly proud of your progress as you head toward your assessed expedition in two weeks. 🌟 Keep pushing... you’ve got this! 💪🏽🏅

@Brooke Weston Academy / 30 Mar 2026

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@Brooke Weston Academy / 29 Mar 2026

Are you someone who wants to be the difference in the lives of young people? Are you enthusiastic, flexible and ready to bring out the very best in yourself and others? At Brooke Weston Academy, we aim to give every student their “tickets for life” - the skills, knowledge and opportunities they need for a successful future. To do this, we’re looking for committed and motivated individuals to join

@Brooke Weston Academy / 28 Mar 2026

🌟 Disability Taster Cricket Sessions! 🏏💙 Steelbacks In The Community are running some brilliant inclusive cricket taster sessions in the Kettering and Corby area after the Easter half term! 🙌 These sessions are perfect for young people with a disability who want to try something new, build confidence, make friends, and have lots of fun! 🤩✨ Please take a look at the p

@Brooke Weston Academy / 26 Mar 2026

🎓💙 Former BWA student inspires Sixth Form with powerful message about saving lives On 18th March, we were honoured to welcome back alumnus Andrew Bark, who delivered an emotional and unforgettable talk to our Sixth Form. Speaking as a father and founder of the Team BeMoreFab charity, Andrew shared the brave journey of his daughter, Florrie, who was diagnosed with myeloid leukaemia. 💛🎗

@Brooke Weston Academy / 18 Mar 2026

✨ Brooke Weston Careers Fair 2026 ✨ Yesterday we hosted our annual Careers Fair, welcoming all students and an amazing group of employers, universities and training providers. 🌟 Our Year 8 Career Ambassadors did a fantastic job supporting exhibitors and guiding younger students. 💼🧑‍🏫 Juanita shared how rewarding it felt helping Year 7s find their way, while Lucy sp

@Brooke Weston Academy / 17 Mar 2026

📚 Reminder: World Book Day at Brooke Weston Academy - This Thursday, 19th March! 🎉 We can’t wait to see your book‑inspired costumes! Please make sure your outfit represents an identifiable character, and be ready to explain who you are dressed as. We’d also love for you to bring the book that inspired your costume! 📘 Important: This is not a mufti day. If you are not weari

@Brooke Weston Academy / 5 Mar 2026

📚✨ Today is World Book Day! But as we are currently on half term, we are delighted to share that we will be celebrating a delayed World Book Day in the Academy on Thursday 19th March! 🎉📖 This is always a wonderful opportunity to promote a love of reading and to celebrate the joy, creativity and imagination that books bring into our lives. 💛 👗🧙‍♂ʊ

@Brooke Weston Academy / 2 Mar 2026

🎉 It’s National Offer Day! 🎉 And we are thrilled to welcome our newest members of the Brooke Weston Academy community! 💙✨ Today marks the beginning of an incredible journey - one where curiosity is encouraged, ambitions grow, and every student is supported to become the very best version of themselves. At Brooke Weston Academy, we’re committed to giving every young person

@Brooke Weston Academy / 27 Feb 2026

As this term ends, we want to say a huge thank you to all our students for your hard work, effort and achievements this term 🌟 You should all be incredibly proud of yourselves. A big thank you to our parents and carers as well for your continued support, it truly makes a difference 💙 Don’t forget to check out our End of Term Newsletter! This has been sent to all via Edulink, but you can always

@Brooke Weston Academy / 27 Feb 2026

Wow! Well done to our amazing Sixth Formers - you have made a difference! 💙 #bethedifference #weAREbrookeweston

@Brooke Weston Academy / 23 Feb 2026

Last week, our Year 13 students had a brilliant session in the Weston Theatre with Becci Williams from Nottingham Trent University! 🎓✨ Becci delivered an incredibly helpful talk on Student Finance, just in time for applications opening in March for those heading to university in September/October 2026. 💼💷 She covered everything from how the repayment system works to extra funding opti

@Brooke Weston Academy / 19 Feb 2026

💼 Engage with Your Future 💼 Apprenticeships & Careers at Brooke Weston ✨ We were delighted to welcome Ian from Tresham College to speak with our Year 7 and Year 9 students. They explored what an apprenticeship is, how it compares to A‑Levels, college routes and direct employment, and the huge range of opportunities available. A big well done to Year 7, whose thoughtful questions impresse

@Brooke Weston Academy / 14 Feb 2026

❄️🏆 Brooke Weston Academy WINTER CUP! 🏆❄️ Get ready BWA students… the inter‑tutor competitions are here and the Winter Cup arrives in Week 8! 💥🔥 Here’s what you need to know 👇 📅 Year groups compete on their designated day (Lessons 3, 4 & 5) 🥪 First lunch on your competition day 👟 Come to school in FULL PE

@Brooke Weston Academy / 10 Feb 2026

🌐 Safer Internet Day 2026 – Exploring the Safe and Responsible Use of AI 🤖✨ This topic has been discussed with our students through assemblies this week. 🏫💬 Today we’re recognising Safer Internet Day 2026, and this year’s theme is: ‘Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI.’ 💡🔐 The focus is on

@Brooke Weston Academy / 9 Feb 2026

🔫 L98A2 Weapon Concentration - Waterbeach Training Weekend with CCF! 🔫 Our cadets and cadets from other BWT schools, took on an action‑packed weekend at Waterbeach to qualify on the L98A2 Weapon System ahead of summer camp, and what a brilliant job they did! 💪🎯 To take part in this summer’s weapons‑based activities, including the live firing range package, cadets mu

@Brooke Weston Academy / 6 Feb 2026

🌟 Truth From the Youth 🌟 This week, our students had an AMAZING time taking part in a range of exciting 'Truth from the Youth' workshops! Here’s what they got up to… 👇 🧡 Welcome & Introductions: We kicked off the day with a warm welcome from SEND IASS. Students learned what SEND IASS is, how they support schools, parents/carers, help with EHCP applications and where to

@Brooke Weston Academy / 2 Feb 2026

We’re so proud of former BWA student Adie Harris, who left us in 2016 to join No. 617 Squadron in the Royal Air Force! ✈️ Adie has visited us several times over the years, giving updates on his journey and inspiring our students with his experiences. He now holds the rank of Leading Hand, acting as a key link between junior colleagues and senior management 🎖️ It’s always amaz

@Brooke Weston Academy / 1 Feb 2026

📚✨ Scholastic Book Fair is Coming! ✨📚 We’re delighted to announce that the Scholastic Book Fair will be taking place in the school library from Thursday 5th February to Wednesday 11th February! 🎉 Book Fairs are a wonderful chance for children to dive into new stories, discover authors they love, and build a lifelong love of reading. ❤️📖 Every purcha

@Brooke Weston Academy / 30 Jan 2026

✨ History unlocked! We’ve dug up some amazing build‑phase photos of Brooke Weston Academy... enjoy the throwback! 🏗️💙 #weAREbrookeweston

@Brooke Weston Academy / 27 Jan 2026

All of our classrooms are named after remarkable individuals who excelled in their fields - from innovators and activists to artists, athletes, and pioneers. Here are just a few… how many can you name? 🌟

@Brooke Weston Academy / 21 Jan 2026

We ARE Brooke Weston At the heart of everything we do are our shared values - ARE: 💡 ASPIRE We encourage every student to aim high, be ambitious and believe in what they can achieve - academically, creatively and personally. Our curriculum is designed to open doors, create opportunities and build futures. 🤝 RESPECT We are a kind, inclusive community where everyone is valued. Respect shapes the way

@Brooke Weston Academy / 15 Jan 2026

🚀 Brooke Weston Careers Fair 2026 is coming! 📅 Tuesday 17th March 2026 🕒 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM 📍 Brooke Weston Academy ✨ Over 30 exhibitors from across the region will be there to inspire students about: ✅ Apprenticeships ✅ Gap Year opportunities ✅ Higher & Further Education ✅ Career pathways 💡 Whatever stage you’re at, there’s s

@Brooke Weston Academy / 12 Jan 2026

🌟 Meet Mrs Theodore – Your School Counsellor! 🌟 📍 Room: Coltrane 👋 Welcome! Counselling is a safe space to talk about your feelings and find ways to cope with life’s challenges. 💬✨ Remember: Your mental health matters just as much as your physical health! 💚 I work with all students, and it’s an honour to support everyone who comes to see me.

@Brooke Weston Academy / 9 Jan 2026

❄️ Welcome Back! ❄️ It’s been a cold but wonderful first week back! Our students have jumped straight into the swing of things, and a big shout-out to our amazing Year 11 and Year 13 students who are tackling their mock exams with focus and determination. 💪📚 We recently shared important information about the dangers of frozen water on our stories. During this type o

@Brooke Weston Academy / 3 Jan 2026

We hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas break and a Happy New Year - however you celebrated, we hope it was restful and enjoyable for all. 🎄⭐ As we begin the new term, please note the following important dates: 📌 Monday 5th January: School closed for staff training day 📌 Tuesday 6th January: School reopens to all students We look forward to welcoming everyone back and starting th

@Brooke Weston Academy / 1 Jan 2026

✨ HAPPY NEW YEAR! ✨ As we say goodbye to 2025, we’re excited to welcome 2026 - a year full of fresh opportunities, growth, and learning. 🌟 Let’s embrace new challenges, celebrate achievements, and keep moving forward together. Here’s to making 2026 a year of progress, innovation, and success! WE ARE BROOKE WESTON!