Broadoak Academy commemorates Remembrance Day

Wednesday 12th November
Six House Captains proudly represented Broadoak Academy at the Uphill War Memorial, attending a moving Service of Remembrance alongside Rose Hooke, Associate Assistant Principal for Culture. Their exemplary conduct and respectful presence were a true reflection of the academy’s values and the spirit of community it strives

Wear Red Day at Broadoak Academy

Monday 20th October
On Wear Red Day, Broadoak Academy proudly joins schools and communities across the UK in standing up against racism and promoting equality. Organised by the charity Show Racism the Red Card, this national awareness day encourages everyone to wear red as a symbol of solidarity and commitment

Broadoak Academy September 2025 Newsletter

Friday 3rd October
Please use the link below to look at the September 2025 academy newsletter: The Voice of Broadoak Academy – September 2025 Dear Broadoak Community, Go to this Sway

Grant helps Broadoak Academy revitalise forest school

Tuesday 30th September
Thanks to a generous grant from Tesco, Broadoak Academy has been able to rejuvenate its forest school area, restoring the space to nature and making it a hub of outdoor learning. Contractors have excavated the site and installed pathways, ensuring it is fully accessible to all students.

GCSE success for Broadoak students

Thursday 21st August
Broadoak Academy students have yet again attained very well in the 2025 GCSE exams, with grades 9-4 in the basics (English and maths) improving for a third year in a row. School leaders attributed the success to the hard work, dedication, and resilience of Broadoak’s ‘wonderful’ students, as well

Broadoak Academy on ITV News West Country

Tuesday 15th July
A leading youth charity has issued an urgent plea for a nationwide overhaul of the school exam system, citing rising concerns over the impact of high-stakes testing on students mental health and wellbeing. In response, the exams regulator acknowledged the growing concern, confirming that an ongoing review into testing and

BBC journalist gives inspirational talk

Wednesday 9th July
Broadoak Academy had the privilege and pleasure of hosting BBC journalist, presenter, and author Ashley John-Baptiste for a powerful and reflective session with staff as part of their INSET day. Ashley, who spent his early life in the care system before going on to study at Cambridge

Broadoak Academy on the Weston Mercury website

Tuesday 8th July
A festival in Weston-super-Mare celebrating culture, unity, and community has returned for a third year. Broadoak Academy recently hosted its annual Festival of Culture, drawing crowds from across the community for a day of music, dance, food, and interactive activities. To read the full story on the

Broadoak Academy on the Weston Mercury website

Thursday 3rd July
A group of students at a Weston school are showing community spirit by collecting litter. The Broadoak Litter Picking Club, part of Broadoak Academy’s commitment to community service, sees students from Years Seven, Eight, and Nine gathering every Tuesday to clean the area. To read the full

Broadoak unites the community with ‘Festival of Culture’

Thursday 3rd July
Broadoak Academy in Weston-super-Mare was buzzing with energy and excitement as it hosted its third annual Festival of Culture. The sun was shining, and students, families, and members of the local community alike attended to support throughout the day. The Festival of Culture is not just any school