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Mike Catt in his role as Yorkshire Bank Ambassador visited Bosworth Academy on Tuesday 24th September to cast his eye over thirty five students involved in the U16 and U18 rugby teams. Taking time out from his role as attacking skills coach for England; world cup winner Mike joined in with a session being led by ex-student Harry Yorke displaying his prowess alongside the students. Being alongside such an elite performer who was prepared to join in as one of the lads was a real bonus for the students and every player left inspired to play the game for enjoyment but also with some top tips that they can put into their own game to improve their performance. The question and answer session that followed the coaching session enabled students to take the opportunity to find out more about the life of an elite professional; the current England set up and the behind the scenes information on their favourite players. Mike gave a great insight into all of these areas and was able to share some of his own personal experiences and views on rugby. This was a fantastic opportunity created by Yorkshire Bank and one that will have great benefit on the students, the Academy and the local clubs that the players and coaches who attended represent.

Chris Garnett, Assistant Principal said of the visit, “It was a great opportunity for our students to work alongside a highly respected rugby player and to take some great messages that will serve them well in their own rugby careers”.

Bosworth Academy hosted three ‘Big Bang’ days in June and July 2013 – an opportunity for Year 5s from local primary schools (including; Barlestone, Desford, Congerstone, Witherley, Ravenhurst, Millfield, Kingsway, Thornton, Dovelands, Dovebank, St Peters CofE and Sheepy Magna) to experience the excitement and enjoy some of the elements that make science both fascinating and fun.

Over the three days 420 pupils had taken part in the Big Bank experience. Each day pupils were divided into eight groups named after influential scientists: Charles Darwin, Robert Winston, Marie Curie, Stephen Hawking, Rosalind, Elizabeth Garrett Anderson, Alfred Nobel and Albert Einstein. As a group, pupils discovered how fireworks were made and why they can be lots of different colours. After doing some tests of their own on different chemicals, pupils met an order at the ‘Bosworth Fireworks Factory’! They used microscopes to look at plant and animal cells magnified to 100 times their actual size. They learnt the experimental skills to reverse a reaction (like melting or dissolving) and after finding out how sound waves worked, they made and tested a speaker of their own.

The days were a great success with pupils describing them as ‘awesome’. Pupils each received a Certificate of Participation, a sheet remaining them of what they had done during the day and some information about each scientist the group had been named after. You never know – in years to come one of these young people may have a group named after them!

Our second Awards Evening took place in the last week of term when the Academy celebrated the excellence of over 100 students across 30 subjects and categories. An even mix of young men and young ladies received a certificate and glass trophy to acknowledge their efforts throughout their last two or four years at the Academy.

The evening was a great success, attended by parents, staff, Governors also students from past years in their capacity as Alumni for a given subject. Pre drinks, a buffet, together with musical intervals provided by staff, students and ex-students all ensured a great evening was had by all.

During the month of June Bosworth Academy hosted their second annual mini Olympics. Approximately 70 primary school pupils from several schools in the area including Barlestone, Huncote and Sheepy Magna, joined Bosworth staff and leaders to take part in an activity of their choice. Pupils were guided through an opening ceremony by Bosworth leaders before breaking away to their activity. Many pupils gained the opportunity to step on the podium during the closing ceremony and take in the atmosphere and applause. Pupils left Bosworth having had a successful and enjoyable day. Congratulations to all involved.

10SML & 12AWO are the proud winners of their second Bosworth Games. All Year 10 and 12 students represented their tutor groups in either a traditional activity or an alternative activity. Each tutor group was given the name of a GB medalist from the London Games to continue celebrating our country’s success last summer. Students experienced success and enjoyment with a wide range of activities available including egg and spoon races, penalty shoot outs, shot put and 100m sprints.

As well as taking their event very seriously, students were very supportive of peers, particularly around the tug-of-war area! Students also enjoyed photographs and journalistic roles with the opportunity to produce an article about the games. Well done to all Year 10 and 12 students.

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When you have finished your GCSEs you have a range of options available to you. Come along to Bosworth Academy Post 16 Open Evening and see what we can offer you.

On the evening you will have the chance to listen to a presentation, which outlines the range of pathways we have for students after Year 11, before touring the Academy to see our outstanding range of facilities.

You will also be able to discuss your future plans with specialist advisors and meet current students; giving you a real insight into the transition from GCSE to Post 16 and life at Bosworth Academy.

Come along on Thursday 14th November and see how Bosworth Academy can help you with the next step of your journey.

We look forward to welcoming you on 14th November.

Louise Holdback

Head of Post 16

Students at Bosworth Academy have once again recorded remarkable GCSE results. Not only were the results the highest in the school’s history – 67% scoring the magical 5A* – C grades including English and Mathematics – but they also represented the schools biggest ever improvement – 15% higher than last year. Chris Parkinson, the Academy Principal stated ‘It’s great to see our students and staff rewarded for the enormous amount of hard work and commitment that they have put in over the last two years! Our congratulations go out to all of our fantastic, hardworking students’. There were some astonishing performances from many students, including, Greg Jones, from Carlton scoring 11A* grades, Victoria Wright, from Braunstone achieving 10A* grades and an ‘AS’ Level in Critical Thinking and Chantelle Caines, from Leicester Forest East achieving 9A* grades and 2 A grades.

		Dhiraj LehruGrades achieved: 9A* and 2A Dhiraj is now going to study Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths at AS Level with the hope of going on to University.
		Gurvinder RiyaitGrades achieved: 7A* and 4A Gurvinder is now going to study Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths at AS Level with the hope of going on to University. Gurvinder is still unsure but is thinking about a career in Medicine.
		Isobel Ward LewisGrades achieved: 7A*, 3 A and a B Isobel is now going to study History, French, English Literature and Maths at AS Level with the hope of going on to University to read English. Isobel said, “I am so please with my results and can’t believe the grade I achieved in French!”
		Chantelle CainesGrades achieved: 9A* and 2A Chantelle is now going to study Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths at AS Level with the hope of going on to Cambridge University. Chantelle said, “Ever since I had the opportunity to attend a course at Cambridge University, I have wanted to go there. The teachers at Bosworth have been a real support and I can’t wait to come back to POST 16”
		Greg JonesGrades achieved: 11 A* Greg is now going to study Maths, Further Maths, History, Economics and, Physics at AS Level with the hope of going on to University to read Maths.  When asked about the key to his success, Greg said; “hard work, revision and the support from staff at Bosworth Academy”.
		Robyn ElmsGrades achieved: 8A* and 4 A Robyn is now going to study Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Psychology at AS Level with the hope of reading Sciences at Leicester University. Robyn accredited “hard work and determination” to her success
		Sophie ClarkeGrades achieved: 3A*, 5A and 3 B Sophie is now going to study Human Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Psychology at AS Level with the hope of reading Midwifery at Leicester University. Sophie said, “These result are fantastic, I have worked hard for these results, but have really valued the good relationships and hard work of my teachers.”

Chris Parkinson
Principal
Bosworth Academy

Small selection of photography from the day:

Students at Bosworth Academy have achieved excellent results which demonstrate the hard work, determination and commitment that so many of our students have shown. These results are significantly higher than all previous results in our history, which have always shown year on year improvement. They reflect our drive towards achieving an outstanding learning experience across the whole range of our A-Level subjects through the quality support from our staff. Bosworth Academy takes pride in its inclusive entry policy which has been validated by many amazing performances from students of all ability levels. It’s wonderful to see our students achieving the grades that allow them to go on to study at the most prestigious Universities in the country or to progress onto exciting future employment opportunities. Our students have shown a high degree of dedication to their studies and achieved above and beyond their expectations. We wish them the very best in their future lives, and look forward to hearing about their future successes, whatever pathway they choose to follow.

There were some magnificent achievements from many of our students in our Post 16 at Bosworth Academy. Some of these outstanding performances can be seen here with details of their preferred destinations.

		Katherine Smith Grades achieved: A* A A A Katherine is now going to study Natural Sciences at the University of Cambridge. Throughout her time at Bosworth Katherine has shown a strong determination and commitment to her studies to meet the extremely high entry requirements for her chosen course at Cambridge. Katherine said, “I am so pleased to gain a place on this course, I have worked hard to meet the grade requirements and am thankful to everyone who has supported me, particularly my teachers .”
		Hashim Shamsi Grades achieved: A* A A B Hashim is going to study Electronic Engineering at the University of Surrey. “I was not sure what grades to expect when I opened the envelope this morning. In all of the subjects I have studied I’ve had great teachers. I’ve enjoyed the topics which we’ve covered and made lots of friends.”
		Mark Hales Grades achieved:A* A* A B Mark is aiming to pursue a career in Medicine. His fantastic achievements have given him a range of options for next year. Mark said, “These results are better than I imagined, I’ve had a fantastic time at Bosworth and now need to decide my next steps. I am particularly proud of my A* in Mathematics and in Chemistry”.
		Rachael Smith Grades achieved: A* A A Newcastle University is the destination of choice for Rachael where she will study Chemical Engineering. When reflecting on her achievements Rachael said, “I can’t believe I’ve done it! Everyone has been so supportive and the standard of teaching has been high at Bosworth”.
		Eve Cross Grades achieved: A* A A Eve was delighted about her results. She told us, “I aim to study a degree in Biomedical Science following a gap year where I am planning on travelling to New Zealand.”
		Grace Flint Grades achieved: A A A Grace has achieved a place at King’s College London at the Florence Nightingale School of nursing and midwifery. She was over the moon with her A-level results and said, “I couldn’t have achieved this without the support from my teachers at Bosworth”.
		Emma Halloran [pictured left with Head of Post 16 Louise Holdback] Grades achieved: C C E Emma has successfully achieved the grades to gain a place on her chosen course in Early Childhood Studies at Northampton University. She overcame many challenges with her health during year 13. Emma said, “I would like to thank everyone who has supported me, particularly my tutor Ray Medland.”

A small selection of pictures from the day: