01/03/23
Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge
The Basildon Upper Academy hosted the Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge with a series of workshops in February.
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- 23/02/23
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.Read Full Story - 08/02/23
Workshop brings Macbeth to life
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.Read Full Story - 02/02/23
Sports Leaders Excel at Training
Upper Academy students recently took another significant step towards achieving their Sport Leaders qualifications during a day of dedicated training.Read Full Story - 25/01/23
Trust Governance Visit: Inspiring Students
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.Read Full Story - 23/01/23
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.Read Full Story - 03/01/23
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.Read Full Story - 18/11/22
Anti-Bullying week 2022
Upper Academy students engage in Anti-Bullying Week activities and launch 'The Bubble'.Read Full Story - 18/11/22
Exam Ready Workshop
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.Read Full Story - 11/11/22
Remembrance Day 2022
On Friday 11th November the Basildon Academies community came together to commemorate Remembrance Day.Read Full Story - 07/11/22
Cooking with the Royal Navy
A group of Year 10 aspiring chefs recently took part in a cookery challenge set by catering service professionals from the Royal Navy.Read Full Story - 04/11/22
Walton-on-the-Naze Geography Field Trip
Year 11 Geographers recently enjoyed a field trip to Walton-on-the-Naze as part of their GCSE studies.Read Full Story