Latest News
Curiosity in Action: Students Take on British Science Week Challenges
26/03/16 08:26:5016th March
Upper Academy Celebrates Diversity at Cultural Fair
26/03/09 15:17:249th March
Year 11 Students Mark International Women’s Day
26/03/09 11:18:279th March
Year 10 Explore Digital Careers During Skills Showcase
26/03/06 00:00:006th March
Gracie-Mae Shines in Regional Dance Competition
26/03/02 00:00:002nd March
Students Enjoy Inspiring Trip to the Royal Ballet & Opera House
26/02/27 13:32:4627th February
Today we’re celebrating #InternationalWomensDay and the inspiring work our Year 11 students completed earlier this week. Students researched influential women and created collages & messages celebrating equality, resilience and empowerment. #IWD #Empowerment @womensday https://t.co/VYh3VZRb2d
Year 11 Respect Ambassadors – Meet the Team “I am a Respect Ambassador because I want to help others and help our school flourish in the years ahead.” Dorcas is focused on the future — helping to build a stronger, kinder school community for everyone. #RespectAmbassadors https://t.co/KDnkSOsKuv
Well done to Year 10 student Gracie-Mae! Representing Virtuoso Dance Company at a regional competition in Clacton, Gracie-Mae achieved 2nd place overall in Tap, Musical Theatre & Street Dance She now heads to the Prestige National Final in London — we’re so proud! ✨ https://t.co/zJghhzMnmI
@Basildon_UA We love seeing students from all year groups have a chance at getting engaged with #NCW2026! We can't wait to see what else you post this week!
✨ National Careers Week! ✨ We’re helping students explore future pathways & build key employability skills. • Y10: Digital Skills Workshop — Tue 3 Feb, 9–11am • Y11: Chat with the Connexions Team for impartial careers advice @CareersWeek #NCW2026 https://t.co/fD8Ym58rpf
Next week is British Pie Week, & to celebrate, the Dining Hall will be serving a choice of pie each day at lunchtime. #BritishPieWeek https://t.co/WrkSP7lefg
End of Term Arrangements
Early Closure – Friday 27th March
The Upper Academy will close for students at 12:30pm on Friday 27th March. Students entitled to Free School Meals will be able to collect their allowance at break time. Students return for the new term at the normal time on Monday 13th April 2026.