During this year’s National Careers Week, Upper Academy students participated in a series of activities aimed at raising awareness of the wide range of career and education pathways options available to them.
Catering Students Engage in UKHarvest Cooking Lesson
On Wednesday 22nd February, the Upper Academy welcomed guests from the food rescue charity UKHarvest and, UK Power Networks with a new environmental project aimed at reducing food waste.
On 7th February the Basildon Upper Academy hosted the 'Rehearsal Room' programme from West End for Schools in order to bring the play of Macbeth to life.
A Level students studying Accounting, Business and Finance recently welcomed Dipesh Patel, a member of our trust governance, who shared his expertise and knowledge of the industry.
Students Enjoy Taster Day at Portsmouth University
Year 12 students studying Social Sciences recently spent the day at Portsmouth University, attending a variety of workshops that allowed them to experience the wide range of courses that Criminology has to offer, whilst having a taste of university life.
A Level Maths Students Inspired by University of Cambridge
Sixth Form A Level Maths students recently enjoyed an inspirational and educational visit to the Centre of Mathematical Sciences at The University of Cambridge.
The Upper Academy recently welcomed Rachel from Resilient Me, who delivered an engaging ‘Prepare to Pass’ workshop to our Year 11 students in the lead up to their upcoming mock exams/GCSEs.