The Basildon Upper Academy

🍎 Today is National Thank a Teacher Day! A huge thank you to all our teachers who inspire, support & encourage our students every day. Our students have shared some special messages to show their appreciation & celebrate the difference their teachers make. @UKThankATeacher

🍩 Doughnut Week is coming! 🍩 To celebrate National Doughnut Week, our Dining Hall will be serving a selection of jam and ring doughnuts throughout next week. 📅 Monday 18th – Friday 22nd May 💷 All doughnuts just 75p each ⏰ Available at break and lunchtime

Good luck to all Year 11 students sitting their GCSE English Literature exam this morning! 🍀✏️ Don’t forget our Revision Breakfast Club! 📚🥐 Free breakfast, revision support & specialist guidance available every exam morning from 7.45am – 8.45am in the dining hall.

Next week’s parent drop-in session will take place on: 📅Monday 11th May ⏰11am – 12pm There will be no need to book an appointment, just sign in at reception and staff will be happy to show you to the venue.

Final bows from our Year 11 Performing Arts students, who finished their GCSE performances yesterday afternoon. 🎭 Massive congratulations to them for their fantastic original shows, created in response to their exam brief. Well done, Year 11 Performing Arts! 👏

Saturday School is running this week at the Upper Academy, offering valuable revision support for all Year 11 students preparing for their English, Maths & Science GCSEs, as well as Sixth Form students studying for their upcoming exams. Join us from 9:30am – 11:30aM.

A huge well done to our second group of Year 10 students who have completed their work experience this week 👏 They’ve represented the academy brilliantly, earning fantastic feedback for their professionalism, enthusiasm and maturity. We’re incredibly proud of them!

Saturday School is running this week for all Year 11 students to support preparation for English & Maths GCSEs. Join us at the Upper Academy from 9:30am – 11:30am & get some extra support with your revision. (School uniform not required.) #GCSEPrep #Year11 #RevisionSupport

Huge thanks to @theatrePiE for visiting us yesterday! Our Year 10 students took part in an inspiring Working Wonders workshop; exploring future careers, resilience, & the many pathways ahead. A powerful & engaging session that really got students thinking about their futures.👏

Well done to our Year 10 students who completed work experience last week 👏 You represented the academy brilliantly & received fantastic feedback from employers. Good luck to this week’s group as they begin their placements! 🌟

Saturday School is running this week for all Year 11 students to support preparation for English & Maths GCSEs. Join us at the Upper Academy from 9:30am – 11:30am & get some extra support with your revision. (School uniform not required.) #GCSEPrep #Year11 #RevisionSupport

This week’s parent drop-in session will take place on: 📅Thursday 23rd April ⏰10am – 11am There will be no need to book an appointment, just sign in at reception and staff will be happy to show you to the venue.

Good luck to our first group of Year 10 students starting their work experience placements today! We hope you have a fantastic week, gain valuable experience, & make the most of every opportunity. 🌟

A quick reminder for parents & carers 👇 Our Online Safety Hub is packed with useful advice & guidance to support your child online: basildonacademies.onlinesafe…

Yesterday, Year 10 & 11 stepped back in time for a 90s-themed rewards party 🕺✨ Great to see students enjoying the music, food & dancing! Celebrating positive behaviour & those making real progress 👏💫

📢 Early Closure Reminder Students at the Upper Academy will finish early at 12:30pm on Friday 27th March. Students entitled to Free School Meals will be able to collect their allowance at break time. The new term begins at the normal time on Monday 13th April 2026.

🧇 It’s International Waffle Day this Wednesday! 🧇 To celebrate, the dining hall will be serving delicious waffles alongside the regular dessert menu. 😋 #WaffleDay

👏 Well done to all our Year 10 & Year 11 students who have received end of term awards over the last two days! 🎉 We’re incredibly proud of your hard work, commitment & achievements this term. 🌟 #StudentSuccess #EndOfTermAwards