Before the challenge began, Smith’s Wood’s maths teacher told his teams he wanted them to finish first, second and third – and by the end of the day, the academy’s best mathematicians had come remarkably close. It was the first maths competition held by Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust, which includes Smith’s
Last Friday marked a truly special moment for our Year 11 students as they came together to celebrate the end of an important chapter in their journey. Prom 2026 was nothing short of spectacular – a night filled with excitement, style, and unforgettable memories. From the moment students arrived, it
This week, our Year 10 students completed their three days of Mock Exams, while our KS3 pupils finished their BASE assessments. It has been a focused and purposeful few days across the school, and we are incredibly proud of the commitment shown by all students. Throughout the exam period, students
A Smith’s Wood Academy student has been praised for his quick thinking and compassion after helping an injured walker during his Bronze Duke of Edinburgh expedition. Year 9 student, Joseph Baron, recently completed his volunteering and Level 2 First Aid qualification – equivalent to a GCSE – as part of
We are incredibly proud to share that following our recent inspection, Smith’s Wood Academy has made significant improvements and is no longer in special measures. In a recent letter from His Majesty’s Chief Inspector, Sir Martyn Oliver, the school was congratulated on this achievement. The letter recognises that the progress made is the
Today we mark National Thank a Teacher Day—an opportunity to recognise the extraordinary contribution of teachers and school staff across our Trust. At the heart of our mission ’Enriching lives and Transforming futures’ are the people who bring it to life every day in our classrooms. Your commitment, care and
