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Headteacher's Welcome

Hertswood Academy is a thriving and happy learning-focused community.

Peter gilletWe provide an engaging learning environment with an innovative curriculum, personalised care and support and a broad enrichment programme for all students. Our stimulating range of extra-curricular activities supports wider learning and we develop students’ creativity and independence so that they are able to flourish in the rapidly changing world in which we live.

Our own theatre and state-of-the-art sports facilities are a testament to the creative and active commitment we have to nurture fully rounded individuals. We have a clear expectation for our students to work hard, behave well and develop as confident individuals, responsible citizens and successful 21st century independent learners.

Hertswood Academy aims to provide a world-class educational environment for our young people and the wider community. Indeed, community and individual well-being are at the heart of what the Academy stands for. We are committed that all members of our community aim high and achieve excellence in being the best that they can be. We look forward to welcoming you.

Peter Gillett, Headteacher

Achieve Excellence

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🎄 Well done Tyler (Year 10) on showing his commitment to Christmas spirit on non-uniform day today at ! 🌟 pic.twitter.com/qoIbDiBJ8p
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 20, 2024
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❄🏃‍♂️🎨🐶 From sporting to creative achievements, there's been something for everyone this term at . We've seen students excel in studies, participate in exciting extracurriculars, and give back to the community. See our wrap-up of the term at https://t.co/qTGLyUxXYy. pic.twitter.com/rtNA8o2puc
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 20, 2024
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🏆 's end-of-term awards assemblies were a true celebration of hard work and dedication. Congratulations to the many students who received nominations! Special shout-out to the the Student of the Term winners. Their commitment to academic excellence is commendable. 🌟 pic.twitter.com/mmJqr07Uxy
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 19, 2024
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✨🎄⛄ The Year 7 DT club at has been embracing festive cheer this term, working on fantastic Christmas ornaments and decorations, including some particularly impressive light-up baubles. pic.twitter.com/1NA7R6zFRB
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 19, 2024
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❄🎄🐶 has been filled with festive cheer this week, thanks to resident canine companions, Riley and Ada, sporting their adorable Christmas jumpers! pic.twitter.com/byJHQesP11
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 19, 2024
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🖌️✨ The animal artwork from ’s Year 11 just keeps coming! We couldn't resist sharing another batch of photos from their incredible canvas creations this term. 🐋🦓🦌🐱 pic.twitter.com/giyoa0RRkn
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 17, 2024
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🎨🦁 Year 11 did an outstanding job with their Animal Canvas outcomes this term. They've each chosen an animal and, taking inspiration from some of the greats, created their own masterpieces.#Hertswood is bursting with pride at their amazing talent and commitment! ✨ pic.twitter.com/OploNLgK1b
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 17, 2024
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🎤🎼👏 Well done to all the students who performed or helped out this week at 's Christmas Arts Evening! Amazing to see Y7-Y12 students showcasing their skills & enthusiasm in dance, singing & band performances. 🤩 pic.twitter.com/y1Ip9QXKdt
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 13, 2024
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🐕🎄 School dog Ada has been spreading festive cheer this week, sporting her Christmas jumper and leg-warmers in lessons and at lunchtime at , and as usual bringing smiles to students and staff alike! pic.twitter.com/OUVgiWjf8V
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 12, 2024
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🌲🍎🛠 Great work by 's Year 7 DT Club on their tree project, working with Styrofoam modelling, papier-mâché, various finishing techniques, and of course painting and decoration. In 2025 the dedicated students will begin work on digital design and physical modelling. pic.twitter.com/xTDvpdmMHL
@ HertswoodUK - Dec 05, 2024
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🥇🌊 Last half-term, Y7-12 students took part in the District Swimming Gala for the first time! They performed brilliantly, with the junior boys team even managing to win the overall event. pic.twitter.com/mc2Mue781U
@ HertswoodUK - Nov 20, 2024
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📷🍓🍋 This week, Year 11 Photographers at studying 'The Force of Nature,' worked in the studio to capture fresh fruit and sparking water with some impressive and eye-catching outcomes. 💬 Miss Spary, Head of Photography pic.twitter.com/BdYnZ8JdQ3
@ HertswoodUK - Nov 20, 2024
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🥇 Congratulations to 's students on their excellent performance at District Cross Country! The Y9 boys team achieved a remarkable 1st place victory. Excellent results also for the Y8 boys (3rd) & Y10 girls (4th), earning us an impressive overall 4th place finish. pic.twitter.com/lGcXeuCCB0
@ HertswoodUK - Nov 20, 2024
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📷🎃 Congratulations to Eren (Year 12) on his winning entry in 's 'Spooky Halloween' photo challenge! With Guy Fawkes Night coming soon, our students have been tasked with submitting their best photograph of fireworks 🎆 -- we look forward to seeing what they produce! pic.twitter.com/O3Hd9bYZzA
@ HertswoodUK - Nov 20, 2024
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📷🎃 Congratulations to Eren (Year 12) on his winning entry in 's 'Spooky Halloween' photo challenge! With Guy Fawkes Night coming soon, our students have been tasked with submitted their best photograph of fireworks 🎆 -- we look forward to seeing what they produce! https://t.co/Bfps5UmOB4
@ HertswoodUK - Nov 20, 2024
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@ HertswoodUK - Nov 14, 2024
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📷☀ Other fantastic examples from the more than 70 submissions to ’s September Sunset photo challenge! Well done to everyone who took part. pic.twitter.com/UZEaegsmrB
@ HertswoodUK - Oct 16, 2024
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📷☀ Congratulations to Buthmi (Year 9) on winning 's first Photo Challenge of 2024-25 -- to capture a September Sunset! pic.twitter.com/9xKRgMpj6S
@ HertswoodUK - Oct 16, 2024
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🌷📷 's Year 10 & 12 Photographers had an outstanding day at last week, and came home with an array of stunning pictures. pic.twitter.com/3JetEIFCft
@ HertswoodUK - Oct 16, 2024
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🏫🖊 Forget architects, has its own in-house design talent! Ben (Year 11) impressed staff during his work experience week at the end of last year with his design for a potential future new Sixth Form building, which he recently presented to Headteacher, Mr Gillett. pic.twitter.com/COo2noRv1n
@ HertswoodUK - Oct 11, 2024
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