Spring Celebrations!

What a vibrant Spring Term it has been at Hertswood! We have witnessed a cascade of remarkable accomplishments from our dedicated students and staff, and have been thrilled to share some of the shining moments. From sporting triumphs to inspiring visits, this term has been packed full of excitement.

As always, our students have demonstrated exceptional commitment to their studies, while taking part in a diverse range of extracurricular activities and events.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all our students and staff for making this Spring Term so memorable, and look forward to the promise of the Summer Term!

Please enjoy a selection of photos showcasing the term's highlights. Click the links to read more, and if you want more regular updates from the Academy, be sure to follow us on Facebook, X, BlueSky or Instagram.

-Peter Gillett, Headteacher

Highlights from the Spring Term have included...

• We welcomed a range of exciting visitors to speak to students, including a live performance by boy band Absnt Mind, football legend David Dein inspiring our Sixth Form, Holocaust speaker Judith Hayman telling her family's story, and our own Headteacher, Mr Gillett, getting students excited for the future of technology!
• Highlights from our PE included our Year 8 students at their Rugby 7s debut, the Year 11 boys' football team continuing their successes, and our dancers' fantastic performance at the Dance Live competition! Enjoy their full performance, their journey video, and some behind-the-scenes pictures.
• Year 10 art students painted some outstanding floral artwork, while Year 7 students took a scientific approach to creating botanical displays, and Year 9 Photographers used collage to create absurd and humourous pieces.
• The Hertswood Sixth Form was recognised for its outstanding progress, and celebrated the photography successes of alumnus, Elliot Legg.
• Trips included thirty students taking in the acclaimed musical, Hadestown, and just last week a group of Language students took part in an innovative space challenge at Cambridge University.
• Our eager student council held their first meeting of 2025, and staff and students alike put on a great show of costumes for World Book Day.
• We ended the term with a series of Awards Assemblies for every year group, with Mr Gillett and Key Stage Managers giving out values awards, form group awards, and the coveted Student of the Term awards, along with certificates and mini-eggs!