Year 7 Students Reach Big Ideas Final with Life‑Saving Flood Alert System Smith’s Wood Academy is celebrating after a team of Year 7 innovators secured a place in the 2026 Big Ideas Competition regional final with their life‑saving flood alert concept. The Big Ideas Programme is a national
Smiths Wood Academy Celebrates an Energised Cross Country Triumph Our junior girl’s cross country team delivered high energy performances to dominate the North Solihull section of the Albutt relays at St Peter’s. Year 7 champions were Millie-Mae C, Khloe L, & Tayah S. with runners up Sienna A, Ty’Leah G, & L’Ceigh W. Year 8 champions were Abbie-Jai L,
Silver Success for Smiths Wood Academy Our Year 7/8 boys indoor rowing team secured an impressive silver medal in the North Solihull championships. Ruman A, George M, Lucas P and Kody R delivered determined 3-minute individual rows then combined superbly for a demanding 8-minute relay. Their performance reflects the commitment, teamwork and character we celebrate across Smiths Wood
FMAT hosts uplifting conference focused on helping every student thrive. Enriching Lives; Transforming Futures: FMAT unites for a day of inspiration at annual conference. A day of ideas, energy and impact: FMAT Conference 2026. “Teachers Change Lives”: Musharaf Asghar inspires at FMAT Conference 2026. Hundreds of colleagues from across Fairfax
History has been made by our exceptional Year 9 rowing team after a remarkable performance at the North Solihull indoor rowing competition on 3rd March. Our senior girls’ indoor rowing quartet – Joeliyn A, Nothando N, Salome A and Valery O – secured the gold medal, competing against both Year 9
There’s something undeniably magical about the transformation of flour and water into a springy, living dough. This week, our hallways didn’t just smell like pencil shavings and gym kits – they were filled with the irresistible aroma of fresh yeast and pizza bread. We were thrilled to welcome professional
