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Published 15/05/25
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Read MoreCelebrating 20 Years of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award with Mr Flanagan
Published 12/05/25This year marks a significant milestone at Guilsborough Academy, as we celebrate 20 years of Mr Flanagan delivering the Duke of Edinburgh’s (DofE) Award.
Read MoreBronze DofE - Southam to Banbury
Published 12/05/25Over the weekend of 10th - 11th May, our Bronze Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) participants took on their qualifying expedition - and absolutely smashed it. Setting off from Burton Dassett Hills Country Park, teams of students navigated their way through the Southam to Banbury area, hiking, camping, and cooking entirely independently over the course of two days.
Read MoreOfficially Accredited: Quality in Careers Standard Achieved
Published 07/05/25We're proud to announce that we have been officially accredited with the ‘Quality in Careers Standard’, having been nationally assessed as making good progress towards meeting all the accreditation criteria incorporating the Gatsby Benchmarks.
Read MoreYear 8 Students visit Bletchley Park
Published 30/04/25Our Year 8 students got to experience an exciting cross-curricular trip to Bletchley Park this week.
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Read MoreRail Safe Friendly Celebrates Two Years of Promoting Rail Safety
Published 26/03/25At Guilsborough Academy, rail safety is an issue close to our hearts, made even more poignant by the memory of Harrison Ballantyne, a much-loved student who tragically lost his life in a railway accident. His passing was a devastating loss, but his memory continues to inspire important conversations about rail safety.
In honour of Harrison and to help prevent future tragedies, we are proud to support Rail Safe Friendly (RSF) - a programme dedicated to educating young people on how to stay safe around the railway. This month, RSF celebrates its two-year anniversary, marking a significant milestone in its mission to make rail safety education a standard part of every school’s curriculum.
Read MoreInternational Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Published 26/03/25On Friday, March 21, 2025, we united to observe the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, a day dedicated to promoting equality and commemorating the victims of the 1960 Sharpeville Massacre in South Africa. Throughout the week, students engaged in assemblies and discussions, emphasising the importance of confronting racism and nurturing an inclusive community.
Read MoreA Golden Experience: DofE Training Expedition
Published 24/03/25Our students have just returned from an unforgettable challenge - their Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award Training Expedition in the stunning yet demanding Lake District. This experience tested their resilience, teamwork, and outdoor skills in the beautiful but rugged landscapes of the Northeast Fells, hiking from Threlkeld to Ullswater and Patterdale.
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Read MoreLive Lounge Lights Up the Stage
Published 21/03/25On Thursday 20th March, Guilsborough Academy's Live Lounge delivered an unforgettable evening of music and talent. Students from across year groups took to the stage, captivating the audience with a diverse set list ranging from rock classics to heartfelt ballads.
Read MoreEmpowering Students Through Mental Health Awareness
Published 20/03/25On Thursday 20th March, five students, accompanied by Mr Woolridge, Assistant Principal and Senior Mental Health Lead, and Miss Rowinski, our school counsellor, attended the third annual For Students By Students Conference at St Benedict’s Church, Northampton. This inspiring event, organised by the newly appointed Lead Global Ambassador Students at Quinton House School, focused on the critical topic of mental health.
Read MoreWarhammer World Trip
Published 18/03/25Students from Guilsborough Academy’s Table Top Gaming (TTG) Club enjoyed an exciting trip to Warhammer World in Nottingham on Monday 17th March 2025. Warhammer World, the headquarters of Games Workshop, provided a unique opportunity for students to deepen their skills and knowledge in the hobby.
Read MorePathfinders Trip: Students Explore University Life
Published 17/03/25On Friday 14th March, Guilsborough Academy students embarked on their final Pathfinders trip of the year to Lincoln College, University of Oxford. This was the last of six trips for our Year 11 students who were part of the pilot Pathfinders programme - and what a day it was!