At Smestow Academy, we are delighted that such a high proportion of our Year 11 pupils achieved some very positive results in their GCSE and BTEC qualifications.   We are pleased to announce that the percentage of pupils achieving a grade 5 and above in English and Maths increased by 6% and the percentage of pupils achieving a grade 4 and above in English and Maths increased by 8% from 2019 to 2023.  There has also been a 1.5 point increase in Attainment 8 headline figure when comparing 2019 and 2023. 

There were some wonderful performances from A Das (2 grade 9s, 5 grade 8s and 2 grade 7s), H Mann ( 3 grade 9s, 4 grade 8s and 2 grade 7s), P Thapa ( 3 grade 9s, 3 grade 8s, 2 grade 7s and a Distinction*) and J Singh ( 3 grade 9s, 3 grade 8s, 1 grade 6, 1 grade 5 and 2 Distinction*s)

Headteacher Ian Chamberlain shared ‘We are very pleased to see an increase in the headline figures against the most comparable data from 2019.  With a large proportion of our children achieving very positive results, we hope to see a greater number of them join our new 6^th form provision here at Smestow, in September.’ 

At Smestow Academy we are all very proud of the great achievements of many of our Y13 students receiving their results today delivering a 94.4% pass rate with 83% of the cohort having been accepted on courses at university.  There have been some outstanding performances in particular from E Kyei (AAB), E Martin (ABB), S Sigely (ABB) and L Webley (A, B, Distinction *) amongst a year group of hardworking individuals with a number of very strong grades. 

Headteacher Ian Chamberlain said ‘On behalf of all of us at Smestow Academy I am delighted to see so many of our learners achieving such wonderful results to enable them to move on to the next phase of their education whether it be university or apprenticeships.  The results are a credit to students, staff and parents and exemplify the hard work and commitment shown, particularly in the challenging climate they have faced in a post Covid environment and the subsequent grades awarded nationally.’ 

A level Results Day - Thursday 17^th August 2023

Results will be available from 8am till 11am in Dining Hall

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GCSE Results Day - Thursday 24^th August 2023

Results will be available from 9am till 11am in Dining Hall

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Pupils and staff all enjoyed a fantastic End of Year assembly to celebrate the progress made since joining Matrix Academies Trust in January. There was a fantastic atmosphere within the assembly as we presented a number of awards to individual pupils and Houses following a wide array of House competitions. Our first set of prefects were presented with their new ties by Mr Chamberlain before Ms Pitman and Mrs Butler presented pupils with Sparx Maths awards. This was followed by Mr Patel performing a karaoke showcase that is worthy of a Brit award due to his vocals and the accompanying dramatic acrobatics from G. Dillon (7G1).

The conclusion of the assembly was the presentation of the inaugural House Cup which went to Mr Craig and Holbeche House.

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We enjoyed a fantastic day of healthy House rivalry during our Sports Day with a staggering 204 different pupils taking part across all of the day’s events! Despite the poor weather at the beginning of the day, the weather held up and even began to shine as we progressed through the field events into the track events.

There were some fantastic House chants and support displayed from our pupils during these action packed races with all three houses taking Gold medals across the session. Ultimately, only one House could take the Sports Day Shield and that honour for 2023 goes to Miss Davey and Dawley House!

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We have recently contacted National Express to discuss lengthening the 751 bus route to help transport our pupils in the Goldthorn Hill and Parkfields area by continuing the route onto Bilston.  We are pleased to share that this request was supported and appreciate National Express's support with delivering this!  Please see attached new route from September 2023.

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We will be holding a few open events this year to give all prospective Year 7 parents and pupils the chance to come and visit us. These events will give you a little insight into what is means to be a pupil at Smestow Academy and give you the chance to ask any questions you may have.

Open Evening will take place on Thursday 21st September 2023 | 4pm - 7pm

Open Mornings will take place between Tuesday 26th September and Friday 29th September 2023 9am-10am

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What a fabulous night at our Year 11 Prom! We are so proud of all of our Year 11 and what you have achieved over the last five years. Our pupils went all out with some amazing dresses and suits as well as fabulous heels. We saw some spectacular entrances from pupils in limousines, lorries, and even an ice cream van! Everyone had a great time dancing the night away and we wish you all the best for the future and GCSE results day in August!

On Thursday, Mr Webb took a group of fantastic YR8&9 Sports Leaders to Christchurch school to run their annual sportsday. We were invited back after last year being such a success and the students once again did not disappoint with their fantastic attitude, participation and leadership throughout the day. The students first of all had to lead on a number of different stations for each year group showcasing their demonstration, motivation and leadership skills to ensure the young students had chance to gain and improve on some sporting skills. We then went onto the more traditional sportsday with the races and our students led this through providing rewards at the end of each race, sorting out equipment and helping with the finish of each race. Continued comments came Mr Webb’s way from parents and staff at Christchurch saying how much of a help and a credit the students were to the school. They showcased Smestow in the best light and are a credit to themselves and the academy. We look forward to many more opportunities in the future and these guys developing their leadership even further and hopefully becoming a real part of sport and leading within it. Well done to all; Hannah S, Ali E, Bryan C, Annabel U, David G, Collins O, Hayden D, Ffion H, Ishan L, Kyla W, Evie W, Abbi S, Yancy G, Victory S

Today 30 pupils in year 8 were invited by Wolverhampton Grammar School to attend a session delivered by Mr Russel, a serving magistrate for Wolverhampton City. The pupils learned about the role of the magistrate court in UK government and were given real case scenarios where they had to use evidence to determine what they think the sentence should be for each of the defendants. 

A representative from Wolverhampton Grammar school commented; "May I also congratulate your students on their impeccable behaviour and engagement."

We are very proud of all the students who attended today and who represented Smestow Academy so impeccably.'