Meet the Staff

We are a forward looking school and are not afraid to innovate in order to achieve our main aim – for all our students to be the best they can be. We are at the leading edge of curriculum developments, have established a strong foundation for delivering excellence and welcome applications from individuals willing to roll their sleeves up and join in.

Meet the Staff

Leadership

Mrs	K	Wright	Headteacher
Miss	S	Bloom	Deputy Headteacher
Mrs	S	Morgan	Deputy Headteacher
Mr	B	Dugdale	Deputy Headteacher
Miss	C	Jones	Assistant Headteacher
Mr	L	Billyeald	Assistant Headteacher
Mrs	V	Savage	Assistant Headteacher
Mrs	S	Washington	Director of Student Welfare and Development

Teaching Staff

		English
Mrs	K	Secker	Curriculum Leader English/SLE
Ms	L	Gale	Lead Practitioner/English Teacher
Mr	L	Storey	English Teacher
Mr	C	O’Neill	English Teacher
Miss	H	Russell	English Teacher
Miss	H	Van Wyk	Deputy Curriculum Leader/English Teacher
Miss	J	Johnson	English Teacher
Mrs	S	Tawfik	Lead Practitioner/ English Teacher
		Science
Mr	V	Majithia	Curriculum Leader Science
Mr	M	Gaynon	Lead Practitioner/ Science Teacher
Miss	B	Woodward	Science/PE Teacher
Mr	S	Calcott	Science/PE Teacher
Mrs	J	Woods	Lead Practitioner/ Science Teacher
Ms	B	Winterburn	Assistant SENco/ Science Teacher
Mr	D	Foode	Deputy Curriculum Leader/Science Teacher
Ms	S	Shah	Science Teacher
Mr	S	Sivakumar	Science Teacher
		Maths
Mr	S	Tibke	Curriculum Leader Maths
Mr	A	Hammond	Lead Practitioner Maths
Mr	P	Banks	Examinations Officer/Maths Teacher
Ms	D	Bio	Maths Teacher
Miss	L	Topp	KS3 Lead/ Maths Teacher
Mr	M	Skelton	Lead Practitioner/SLE/ Maths Teacher
Mr	L	Jones	Maths Teacher
Miss	V	Curumoorthy	Maths Teacher
Ms	S	Potter	KS3 Lead/ Maths Teacher
		Opening Minds
Miss	E	Reynolds	Curriculum Leader Opening Minds
Mrs	J	Anderton	Deputy Curriculum Leader Opening Minds
Mrs	M	Billyeald	Opening Minds/ Sociology Teacher/Primary Liaison
Mrs	J	Grant	Opening Minds Teacher
Mrs	K	Griffin	Opening Minds Teacher/Curriculum Leader for PSHE
Mrs	C	Latue	Lead Practitioner/SLE/Opening Minds Teacher
		MFL
Mrs	A	Haighton	MFL/ Opening Minds Teacher
Miss	N	Kazzaz	Curriculum Leader French/MFL Teacher
Mr	S	Hunt	Curriculum Leader Spanish/MFL Teacher
Mrs	J	Murphy	MFL Teacher
		PE
Mr	D	Cremin	Curriculum Leader/ PE Teacher
Mr	S	Calcott	PE/ Science Teacher
Miss	L	Seager	Deputy Curriculum Leader/ PE Teacher
Miss	P	Powell	PE Teacher
Miss	B	Woodward	PE/Science Teacher
Mr	L	Smith	PE Teacher
Mr	J	Abbott	Curriculum Leader Humanities/ PE Teacher
		Humanities
Mr	J	Abbott	Curriculum Leader Humanities/ PE Teacher
Mr	J	Butt	History Teacher
Mr	M	Bryan	History Teacher
Miss	K	Dear	History Teacher
Mrs	D	Thomas	Geography Teacher
Miss	K	Richards	Humanities Teacher
Mr	S	Mahey	Deputy Curriculum Leader/ Humanities Teacher
		Creative Arts
Mrs	T	Stokes	Director of Creative and Expressive Arts
Mrs	C	Maclean	Curriculum Leader of Art/ Catering Teacher
Miss	M	Smith	Art Teacher
Mrs	K	Stones	Catering Teacher
		Social Sciences
Miss	T	Steane	Curriculum Leader of Sociology
Mrs	M	Billyeald	Opening Minds/ Sociology Teacher/ Primary Liaison
		ICT and Media
Mr	N	Patel	ICT Teacher
Mr	P	Edwards	Director of Post 16/Media Teacher
Mr	A	Adan	ICT Teacher
		Business
Mr	K	Owusu-Kumi	Curriculum Leader of Business
		Careers
Mr	L	Billyeald	Senior Careers Leader
Mr	J	Butt	Careers Leader

Support Staff

		Cover Supervisors
Mrs	R	Hilditch	Cover Supervisor/ Events Co
		Teaching Assistants
Mrs	M	Brown	HLTA
Mrs	S	Adams	HLTA
Mr	D	Byrne	Teaching Assistant
Miss	C	Otim	Teaching Assistant
Mrs	B	Winterburn	Assistant SENCo/LAC Co
		Education Support
Miss	T	Brazil	Post 16 Pastoral Manager
Mr	S	Davoile	School Games Organiser
Miss	S	Hunt	Inclusion Co
Miss	A	Buckler	Pastoral Support Manager
Mr	G	Millsopp	Counsellor
Miss	R	Morgan	Pastoral Support Manager
Mrs	H	Rowlatt	Counsellor
Mr	P	Rule	Senior Pastoral Support Manager/Child Protection Officer
Mrs	H	Stanbrook	Pastoral Support Manager
Miss	M	Jacques	Home School Liaison Officer
		Technicians
Mrs	M	Miralles-Kelly	Food Technician
Miss	D	Noble	Art Technician
Mrs	J	Perry	Science Technician
Mr	D	Singh	Health & Safety Manager/Lead Science Technician
		LRC
Mrs	M	Nguyen	Learning Resource Centre Manager
		Business
Mrs	S	Baker	Principal’s PA
Mrs	J	Davies	Data Systems Manager
Mrs	H	Green	Senior Reprographics Technician
Mrs	M	Inott	Reprographics Admin Assistant
Mrs	A	Nagra	Business Manager
Miss	G	Pritchard	Finance Assistant
Mrs	L	Tuckley	Receptionist
		IT Support Services
Mr	C	Horseman	IT Technician
Mr	S	Bazeley	Senior IT Technician
		Catering/Cleaning/Supervisory
Mrs	T	Arnold	Assistant Cook
Mrs	S	Beard	Cleaner
Miss	P	Carolan	Cleaner
Mrs	C	Bickley	Cleaner
Mrs	C	Black	Catering Manager
Miss	J	Canavan	Catering Assistant
Mr	L	Harper	Cleaner
Mrs	S	Kaur	Catering/Cleaning Assistant
Mrs	J	Lewis	Catering/Cleaning Assistant
Mrs	S	McCaughan	Supervisory Assistant
Mrs	B	Owen	Cleaner
Mrs	M	Reeves	Assistant Catering Manager
Miss	S	Spiers	Cleaner
Ms	K	Taylor	Catering/Cleaning Assistant
Mrs	C	Thompson	Catering/Cleaning Assistant
Mrs	N	Woodhead	Cleaner
		Site Services
Mr	M	Sherriff	Facilities Manager
Mr	A	Sherriff	Senior Site Services Officer
Mr	R	Sherriff	Site Services Officer

Student Leaders Newsletter April 2021

Please read this new edition of the Student Leaders Newsletter produced by the students for the students of Whitley Academy.
Free Cereal Bar and Juice
ESU - Churchill Public Speaking Regional Semi-Final

Written by Eve year 10, edited by Mrs Nguyen On Wednesday 17th March, many people would have been celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day, but Lola, Callum and I were celebrating for a different reason entirely. We were celebrating the fact that,...
Community Work during Lockdown

As a school, Whitley Academy, we stand strong on doing the right thing at all times, where ever we are and no matter what we are doing. As a collective, kindness is something that we value so much because...
Science Week

British Science Week at Whitley Academy was an excellent opportunity for our students to look at different career opportunities in Science. WMG provided our students with the opportunity to look at engineering and to begin building their own structures....
Student Leaders Newsletter March 2021

Please read this new edition of the Student Leaders Newsletter produced by the students for the students of Whitley Academy.
The Young Global Leaders Submit

Written by Harry - year 11 student, edited by Mrs Nguyen “The Young Leaders Global Summit gives students aged 12-18 a 360-degree experience of what it takes to be a successful leader in today’s globalised world.” (from InvestIN Education) Back in October...
Doing something positive during the pandemic

Wellbeing bags donated by Caroline Freeman- Cuerden who wanted to do something positive during the pandemic. She kindly donated gifts to 20 of our most vulnerable students at Whitley Academy.
'Lockdown' Radio Plays from Students at Whitley Academy

Students were tasked with creating a Radio Play titled ‘Lockdown’. Eve – Year 10 and Eva - Year 7 have created something that captures the thoughts, feelings and emotions felt by so many of us during this time. We...
Student Leaders Newsletter February 2021

Please read this new edition of the Student Leaders Newsletter produced by the students for the students of Whitley Academy.
Thanks for the Food Parcels - Langar Aid and Hope Springs Church Coventry

Many thanks to Langar Aid and Hope Springs Church Coventry for their kind donation of food parcels for our vulnerable families. Also thank you to Cheylesmore Food Hub for their donation of breakfast bars for the Key worker students...
The Immersive Work Experience with InvestIN Education

My Journey on the Young Doctor Programme Written by Lily-Ann -Year 8 student Hello everyone, Today, I am going to tell you about my experience participating in the virtual Young Doctors Programme which took place on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th of...
Useful Websites

Winter Grant Scheme www.coventry.gov.uk/info/1/council_and_democracy/3811/winter_grant_scheme_questions_and_answers Increase in Mobile Data get-help-with-tech.education.gov.uk/about-increasing-mobile-data Mental Health Help www.mentalhealth.org.uk www.youngminds.org.uk Child Related Issues https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/our-services/childline/ Samaritans https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/ Safeguarding email monitored 24/7 Safeguarding@whitleyacademy.com
Reward Assemblies

Click here to view the Year 7 Rewards Assembly winners. Click here to view the Year 8 Rewards Assembly winners. Click here to view the Year 9 Rewards Assembly winners. Click here to view the Year 10 Rewards Assembly winners. Click here to...
Staying Safe over the Christmas Period

As well as giving the typical advice for Parents to ensure any and all new devices (phones/ computers/ games consoles) that are being given to children over Christmas are set up with parental controls to ensure they are being...
The Virtual Conversation with Mr Richard Murrell - Senior Director of the BBC News - an Unforgettable Afternoon Lesson for Us All

Written by Jamie – Year 8 student reporter and Mrs Nguyen On Tuesday 2nd December 2020, Richard Murrell, the Senior Director of BBC News, hosted an hour’s talk with all students at Whitley Academy via an online session on Microsoft...
Cheylesmore Food Hub

We are supporting a local food bank, we will also be doing a food collection over the next two weeks, so any non-perishable food items will be gratefully received. Students can leave their donations in their tutor rooms. Any Families...
UK Parliament Week 1st- 7th November 2020

Our Live Online Conversations with Zarah Sultana – The Coventry South MP By Eve and Lola – Year 10 Young Reporters We started our school week like normal until our tutor classes were made aware of the fact that from...
Remembrance Day 2020

Remembrance Day 2020 at Whitley Academy.
Poetry Writing Competition

In tutor time, students read a poem about Autumn and all students in Years 7-11 were invited to participate in a creative writing poetry competition. Several students showcased their original and imaginative views of ‘Autumn’. The entries were beautifully...
European Day of Languages at Whitley!

Written by Alesha S – Year 9 student reporter Have you ever wondered how many languages are spoken over the world? Over 7000, that’s right. European Day of Languages is a celebration of different languages and cultures world-wide. It first...
Breakfast club receives funding boost from Kellogg's

To celebrate 20 years of supporting school breakfast clubs, Kellogg’s has awarded Whitley Academy with £1,000 to enhance the club and help feed children in the morning. We were selected to receive this boost as Kellogg’s announce they are to...
Black History Month

We're celebrating Black History Month at Whitley! Take a look at this week's inspirational figure: Barack Obama. Presentation
Virtual Open Evening
US Embassy Debate

The Frankly Speaking Competition 2020 By Rhys, Lola and Eve – Young Reporters Journey Friday 28th February 2020 – the February half-term break week in Coventry… Barely able to keep our eyes open, we arrived in Coventry train station at 6:45am. We found...
Pre-loved uniform

We have a small amount of 'pre-loved uniform' that is available to purchase. If you are having financially difficulty and would like to purchase some of the uniform, please email admin@whitleyacademy.com with your request and sizes and phone number....
Rewards and End of Year Assemblies

Please see below reward and end of year assemblies. Congratulations to the winners! Year 7 Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Year 11 Year 12
New Health & Safety measures in place

See below some photos that demonstrate how we have adapted the school to meet current health and safety guidelines.
And the winner is....

Congratulations to winner Taylor B for his red velvet rainbow cake (pictured below). Runners up include: Erin S for her rainbow sweets Aarool B for his epic monologue Shagun V for her beautiful monologue Thanks to all the entrants!
A message to all students from our staff...
Year 13 Leavers video!

A message from Post 16 staff to say goodbye and good luck to our Year 13 leavers...
Year 11 Leavers video

A message from year 11 staff to those leaving this year...
WA Numeracy Day Challenge!

Today (13th May) is national Numeracy Day! Mr Tibke has set all Whitley Academy students a challenge to solve- click here.
Creative Arts Rainbow Challenge
Whitley Academy's careers fair

A Path to our Future Written by: Siah and Alesha – year 8 Young Reporters On Tuesday 10th March 2020, Whitley Academy hosted a Careers Fair in the Presentation Hall for Careers Week, with stalls from external providers, colleges and...
The Whitley Academy clean up!
A visit to the Lord Mayor's Office

An enlightening experience in the Lord Mayor's Office. By Ruby and Jamie – Year 7 Young Reporters On Monday 10th February 2020 a group of students from Whitley Academy paid a visit to the iconic and well-known masterpiece of building in...
My first day as a Sutton scholar

My First Day as a Sutton Scholar... Blog written by Alesha, Year 8 Young Reporter. Have you ever wondered what it’s like inside a university? I did until I got the opportunity to go to Warwick University as a Sutton Scholar. An...
"Experience Doesn’t Always Mean Success"- 2020 ESU Churchill Public Speaking Competition

By Lola and Eve Year 9 Whitley Academy student reporters When we boarded our school mini bus on Monday 27th January, we had no idea of what was ahead of us. An amazing evening filled with inspirational speeches and on...
KS3 & 4 Careers Fair 10th March

Whitley will be hosting it's very own Careers Fair on Tuesday 10th March with stalls from external providers, colleges and Universities in attendance. If you would like to get involved, please contact the event's organiser at: H.Duggins@whitleyacademy.com
Parentview

The school will be undergoing on Ofsted inspection on Wednesday 8th January. Ofsted are inviting you to express your views on the school by completing their online survey: http://www.parentview.ofsted.gov.uk/ Please find a link to the letter from Ofsted on our Letters and...
Our very own Annie Production- A Magical Show to be Remembered!

Written by Alesha and Vedhasa – Year 8 student reporters “The sun'll come out Tomorrow, so you gotta hang on till tomorrow, come what may! Tomorrow, Tomorrow, I love ya, Tomorrow! You're only a day away.” - From the song...
"An evening of joy and creativity"

The Evening Of Joy and Creativity Written by: Ruby and Hassan of 7OM* December 2019 On Tuesday the 3rd of December 2019, a Christmas fayre was held in the canteen of our school – Whitley Academy. When you walked through the school...
Christmas Jumper/ Non- Uniform day

Join in with our Christmas Jumper / Non-uniform day Friday 20th December!
£400 raised for Macmillan Cancer Support!

See below the thank you notice from Macmillan Cancer Support for the money raised by our school council.
A Visit from a Multi-Talented Personality: Susie McKenna

Written by Alesha, Siah, Vedhasa and Aarool, Year 8 Young Reporters ‘Tell me it’s not possible and I’ll always try to find a way’- Susie McKenna On the 11th of October 2019, the multi professional and motivational storyteller, Susie McKenna, made...
Frankenstein at the Belgrade

Some Year 9 students were lucky enough to go to The Belgrade to see a performance of ‘Frankenstein’ on Thursday 10 October. The novel, by Mark Shelley, is one that all Year 9 students read and study and it...
Year 10 Parental Engagement Evening

We hosted a Parental Engagement Evening on Monday 14th October, at 6pm – 7pm. This was aimed at helping Year 10 parents/carers support their child(ren) through their GCSE’s. Parents/carers are welcome to download a presentation from the evening, and the...
Join us for Post 16 Open Evening

Our Post 16 Open Evening is Thursday 17th October, starting from 6pm. It will be an opportunity for prospective students to meet our staff, and discover our fantastic learning environment and facilities. We have a celebrated history of Post 16...
'Open Mornings' for parents and carers

Parents/Carers, you are invited to take a look around our school 'in action'! You will be given a tour of the school in the morning, visiting lessons and witnessing what a typical day is like. Available on 2nd/4th October,...
Whitley Academy Opening Evening - September 12th from 6PM.

To all interested parents/carers, You are invited to come and see our fantastic school and facilities. There will be a presentation followed by a tour of the school to meet staff and students. The evening will start at 6PM in the...
Student successes on GCSE results day

We'd like to congratulate all students that collected a great set of GCSE results this morning, including Dillon (pictured above left), who achieved 2 grade 8s, 2 grade 7s, and several grade 6s. Dillon will become our Deputy Head...
First ever student from Whitley Academy successful with Cambridge application

Whitley Academy are delighted to discover that our Y13 Head Girl, Katie, has been accepted to read Economics at Cambridge. Katie becomes the first ever student from Whitley Academy to be successful with a Cambridge application. Since achieving 4 A*...
Exam success for many Post 16 students

Whitley Academy has had another successful year with Post 16 results. 95% have confirmed offers at university or apprenticeships, including Katie (pictured above centre), who achieved 4 A*s in Geography, Maths, Further Maths and Economics, and will be attending the...
An assembly of rewards for Year 7 pupils

Written by: Alesha, Pebbles, Vedhasa, Kim and Siah, Year 7 Young Reporters It was the last assembly of the year! An assembly full of achievements, trophies and prizes! Many of our friends had taken some time to settle in at Whitley...
Lots of fun at the annual Whitley Academy festival

We had lots of fun at our annual festival including epic sumo battles, cake tasting, and face painting! We hope pupils are enjoying a relaxing summer break and we'll see you again on September 4th for the start of...
Visiting the magical world of Harry Potter

Written by Kim and Siah, Year 7 Young Reporters On 5th July 2019, as a year-end reward trip, 26 Year 7 students visited Harry Potter World (Warner Bros Studios Tour London). There is some big Harry Potter fans in Year...
British Council International School Award re-accredited to Whitley Academy

Whitley Academy has been awarded the British Council’s prestigious International School Award in recognition of its work to bring the world into the classroom. The International School Award celebrates the achievements of schools that do exceptional work in international education....
Get extreme reading this summer!

Take a photo of yourself reading in an ‘extreme’ place (without endangering yourself)! Be as creative or imaginative as you like. We look forward to receiving your photos, which will be displayed in school at the start of term. Entries...
An unforgettable experience at Windsor Castle

Written by Alesha and Aarool – Year 7 Young Reporters Have you ever thought about visiting the largest castle in the world? The most majestic castle in the world? The most regal, yet still inhabited castle in the world? Yep!...
Lots of fun for primary pupils on Induction Day

On Wednesday 3rd July, we hosted our annual Induction Day/Evening for Year 6 pupils who plan to join Whitley Academy in September. This can be both an exciting and daunting day for children, so we endeavour to make it...
Join us in celebrating pupil artwork at annual exhibition

On Tuesday 9th July, we are hosting an exhibition of our Year 11 and Post 16 Art and Photography work, from 4pm until 6pm in the Presentation Hall. Please feel free to come check out the wonderful work!
Year 11 Prom Transport Notice

Please note that for anybody intending to follow the coaches leaving the school to go to the prom venue in vehicles such as limousines with the capacity to carry 8 or less passengers that these vehicles require a licence...
Whitley Academy Summer Festival

Come and enjoy the fun!
Pre-loved blazer & tie sale

Parents and carers, please make note of our 'pre-loved' blazer & tie sale on July 3rd.
Graduating from the Warwick Sutton Scholarship programme

Warwick Sutton Scholars is a two year programme at Warwick University, for highly able Year 8 and 9 students who come from backgrounds that are under-represented in higher education. The programme is open to schools from across the West...
Walking through the ages at the Tower of London and Houses of Parliament

Written by Alesha, Siah, Vedhasa, Aarool and Eve, Year 7 and 8 Young Reporters Have you ever imagined what it would be like to visit where the Prime Minister works? Or walk through the exact place where many historical Kings...
National Space Centre inspires Year 10 pupils

Written by Daizy, Year 10 student reporter On Monday 17th June, Year 10 pupils visited the National Space Centre in Leicester to learn more about scientists, including how some were battling against climate change, developing cutting edge transport, and fighting...
'Beauty of Nature' pupil photograph wins local competition

We are pleased to announce that Year 11 pupil Casey Meredith, has won the local heat of the Rotary Young Photographers' competition. Casey's photograph was picked from 40 entrants from different schools across Coventry, and depicts the ‘Beauty of Nature’....
A visit to the Birmingham BBC Visitor Centre: A Jungle of buttons and wires

Written by Alesha and Carter, Year 7 Student reporters We all take watching television programmes for granted, but only a few of us get to know what goes on behind the scenes. So when our group of Young Reporters got...
Year 8 pupils celebrate 'Japan Day'

On Friday 24th May 2019, Year 8 teaching staff celebrated the end of the spring term by hosting 'Japan Day' for our Year 8 pupils. This day is part of our enrichment program, outside of normal lesson time, where...
Notice regarding Coventry City Council ANPR enforcement car

We’re pleased to let you know that Coventry City Council now has its own ANPR enforcement car to tackle unsafe and antisocial parking around schools, and improve road safety for the city’s children. It will be operational from next...
Examination period and study leave

Parents and carers, please view a letter regarding the examination period and study leave expectations of our students.
Pupils develop key outdoor skills on DofE (Duke of Edinburgh's Award) Expeditions

As part of the Bronze and Silver levels of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme (DofE) offered at Whitley Academy, students are required to take part in Day Walks to gain knowledge and understanding of key outdoor skills. These...
Pupils enjoy unforgettable ski trip to French Alps

On 2nd March 2019, 35 students accompanied by 5 staff members embarked on what turned out to be an unforgettable ski trip to the French Alps. The group travelled by air to Italy, where the journey progressed onward to their final...
Taking time to reflect: A visit to the 'Knife Angel' in Coventry

Written by Alesha, Vedhasa, Siah, and Kim, Year 7 student reporters In March 2019, a group of pupils from Whitley Academy went on an inspirational trip to see Coventry's popular visitor, the 'Knife Angel'. We felt privileged to be chosen by...
Welcoming in the new season - A 'photo-story' by Kim and Alesha (Year 7 student reporters)

'Photo-stories' are a new initiative for our Year 7 student reporters. They contain photographs taken by the students themselves, set around a theme of their choosing, and are designed to improve their photography skills, as well as 'blogging', or 'having...
'Faraday Challenge Day' excites Year 8 pupils

On Monday 25th March, thirty six Year 8 pupils participated in the exciting and inspiring 'Faraday Challenge Day', hosted by the IET (Institute of Engineering and Technology) at our school. They worked superbly well in small teams, to see who...
Sitting down for lunch with the Lord Mayor of Coventry

Written by Alesha – Year 7 Student Reporter There are 7.7 billion people on this planet, however, only a few aim high and face the never-ending challenges to achieve their goals. One of these determined people is The Lord Mayor...
Revision race tracker for Year 11

Week 6 This week's winners are Emma Smith and Owen Goldstein Combined hours total
Year 9 Options Evening coming on Thurs 21st March

Year 9 pupils, which direction will you choose? It's Options Evening on Thursday 21st March 2019, starting at 6pm. There will be a presentation in the Auditorium, followed by an opportunity to look at courses on offer, and speak to members...
Big day of reporting for our Year 7 BBC Young Reporters

Written by Kim, Alesha, Siah and Vedahasa, Year 7 student reporters It’s our BIG DAY of reporting from the Year 7 BBC Young Reporters. We started Whitley Academy back in September 2018, having had little experience in media and reporting,...
Year 7 Africa Day - A day full of bright colours

Written by Alesha, Vedhasa, Alok and Yara – Year 7 student reporters On the 1st February 2019, our Year 7 pupils celebrated Africa Day. Usual lessons were transformed into African themed ones, full of dancing, speaking of African languages, and...
We're encouraging students to eat healthily in 2019

If you follow Whitley Academy on its various social media channels, you’ve probably noticed that our catering staff are encouraging students and staff to eat healthily in the early months of this year. We’ve found that the knowledge developed in...
A rewarding evening at the Rotary Youth Speaks competition

Written by Omonigho and Andreea – Year 8 student reporters On Friday the 25th of January 2019, 6 courageous Year 8 students went to Bablake Senior School to represent Whitley Academy in the Rotary Youth Speaks competition (with the help...
Whitley pupils become 'Dementia Friends'

On 30th January, a group of 38 pupils and Miss Hilditch took part in a session after school to learn about dementia and became ‘Dementia Friends’. The Dementia Friends initiative is a social action project from the Alzheimer’s Society...
A super start for our pupils at the 'Warwick Sutton Scholars' programme

Written by Ibrahim, Year 8 Student Reporter It was Saturday the 12th of January, when five fortunate students (accompanied by their teacher Mrs Nguyen) went to Warwick University for the launch of the 'Warwick Sutton Scholars' event. We had all...
Whitley Academy history found in Kettering barn

Back in 1984, an all white, two-seater car called "Abbey Cat", was built at the then "Whitley Abbey Comprehensive School" of Coventry, by 16 year-old pupils Peter Walker, David Wyer, David Black, and 17 year-old Stephen Campbell. After completion,...
Interested in Training to Teach?

Find out more by visiting us at one of our Train to Teach events or contact us by email for any further information on our courses or provision. 11th February 2019 : 3pm – 6pm : The Clayton Hotel, Birmingham...
Twitter Vice President inspires our pupils to be creative and determined to get dream jobs

Written by Alesha, Hannah, Victoria, Keira and Vedhasa, Year 7 Student Reporters, Whitley Academy Achieving true happiness and balance at work can be seen as a never ending challenge. This is something that Bruce Daisley (Vice President for Europe, Twitter)...
'Register and Be a Lifesaver (R&BE)' Charity Visits Post 16 Students

Post 16 students Ben and Nadra (Deputy Head Boy/Girl), along with Mrs Wright (Principal), were very proud to receive a certificate this morning from 'Register and Be a Lifesaver (R&BE)', an independent charitable trust delivering awareness raising presentations about stem...
Parents' Information Guide

We invite parents and carers to review helpful information about our school, such as pupil expectations, pupil support and guidance, and our curriculum experience by clicking the link above. The linked page also contains information published from an organisation called...
Year 11 Exam and Intervention Information

Note: For individual subject resources see relevant subject curriculum website pages. 'Intervention' is extra support provided to students outside the regular classroom setting. This can either be provided on a 1-1 basis or as group support. Mock Week 1 (Week Beginning...
Whole school production of 'Matilda' dazzles audience

A message from Mrs Stokes - Curriculum Leader, Performing Arts. Whitley Academy’s first whole school musical production in over 10 years, 'Matilda', was performed for an audience from our local community on Tuesday 18th December. Thank you for joining us...
Year 9 pupils experience a day at Warwick University

Last week, the University of Warwick arranged a taster day for a selection of pupils to teach them about what university life can offer. Several schools were in attendance, and on arrival our students were mixed into smaller groups...
Lots of fun at the Whitley Academy Christmas Fayre

Written by Keira and Hanna – Year 7 student reporters The evening of Tuesday 4th December was our very own Christmas Fayre at Whitley Academy. Our excitement started kicking in as soon as the first colourful posters were put up...
A memorable day debating at Warwick University

Written by Lara and Andreea, Whitley Academy student reporters. On Saturday November 24th, ten passionate and courageous pupils (and our devoted Mrs Nguyen) from our school met in front of the Chemistry Building at Warwick University, Coventry. We had come...
Come and enjoy our Christmas Fayre

Parents and carers, come and enjoy some Christmas fun next week at our Fayre! Starting at 5pm on Tuesday 4th December.
Retired Artist/Chairman of the Coventry Society, Paul Maddocks, illustrates Teacher Training Day’s lecture by Matt Bromley.

Thank you to Coventry Society Chairman Paul Maddocks, and education consultant Matt Bromley, for working together to create a fantastic piece of artwork inspired by our staff training day. Matt spoke passionately to our teaching staff about how to enhance...
End of term production 'Matilda' - tickets now on sale

Parents/carers, Tickets to our end of term production 'Matilda' are now available via Reception or ParentPay.
'Tapestry' perform to Year 9 and Year 10 pupils

On Thursday 15th November, we hosted a visit by the theatre-in-education tour 'Tapestry', devised originally by West Midlands Police and Birmingham City Council. The group of performers explored the implications and consequences of extremist thinking and action. Originally devised and...
Year 12 students explore career opportunities at the National Space Centre

Written by Divya, Year 12 student. Recently, Year 12 science students visited the National Space Centre in Leicester. It was a fantastic day that showed the diversity of careers available in the scientific field as well as within the space...
Remembrance: A Day at the National Memorial Arboretum

"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them." 'Ode of Remembrance' poem from 'For the...
Three-phase roofing project completed

Following the recent completion of our three-phase roofing projects valued at over £1 million, we are really pleased to share this fantastic footage of our school captured from the sky. It showcases our new roofing, which we hope will...
A trip to Bletchley Park

Written by Holly and Lucy, year 9 student reporters Winston Churchill described the code-breakers at Bletchley Park as 'the geese that laid the golden eggs and never cackled'. For your information, Bletchley Park was a series of top secret buildings in...
A Workshop with Royal Designer for Industry, Mary Restieaux

Four Post 16 students went to do a textiles workshop in London at Mary Restieaux’s home this September. Mary Restieaux is a Royal designer for Industry and has had a good career in textile design, specialising in woven textiles. Over...
Life in Year 7 podcasts

Year 7 pupils have started producing some fantastic podcasts about life in Year 7 at Whitley Academy, you can listen to their first episode here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWQFttrk9_M
Showcasing 'i-Reporter' at the Kia Oval, London

Written By Eve and Lola – Year 8 student reporters On the 25th of September, three Whitley Academy student reporters (Lola, Ciaran and Eve) accompanied by their teacher Mrs Nguyen, and Miss Sharon Stokes, Head of BBC School Report, headed...
Pupil Art Cards

Small packs of cards featuring the fantastic artwork of our pupils are now available to purchase from our online uniform shop.
Initial Teacher Training Recruitment

Firstly, we would like to congratulate our cohort of trainees from 2017-18 on the successful completion of their training, it was a great year. It was a real privilege to watch these trainees professional development - they acted upon...
'Tokyo Fugue', Performance of a Lifetime

Written by Freya, Lola, and Diakite - Year 8 student reporters On Friday 7th September 2018, 'Tarinainanika' (an international physical theatre company based in Tokyo, Japan) delivered an unusually interesting performance to Whitley Academy pupils that opened our eyes to...
Open Evening on 13th September

To all interested parents and carers, Whitley Academy's Open Evening will be on 13th September this year, starting at 6pm. You are invited to come and see our fantastic school and facilities. There will be a short presentation, followed by...
Pre-loved Uniform Sale

A small amount of pre-loved blazers are available to purchase in school for £5. Additionally, there are other uniform items for sale but on a limited basis. Please see Miss Hilditch in the first instance.
Some outstanding results in new specification GCSEs

This is the first year that year 11 students have completed the new specification GCSEs in nearly all of their subjects, with grades 1-9 replacing the traditional letter grades (A*-U). There were some good results from pupils across a...
Students achieve the school’s best ever A-Level results in 2018 despite the new linear exams

Students have achieved the school’s best ever A level results this year despite the new linear exams. 44% of all grades achieved were A*-B with a 96% pass rate. Over a quarter of all students achieved A*-B grades in...
Expansion of our Educational Support Building

During the Summer break this year, we have worked on extending our educational support building with a modular classroom and counselling unit. This exciting new space will allow us to offer more options for pupils who need it, when...
Awards Evening at Whitley Academy

Written By Ava, Lola and Eve - Year 7 student reporters “There is no elevator to success, you have to take the stairs” Zig Ziglar (Motivational Teacher) The Whitley Academy Awards Evening happens once a year which means it’s a great honour...
Post 16 Dates - A-Level Results Day and Year 13 Enrolment

A Level Results Day Results for the summer examinations will be available for both year 12 and 13 on Thursday 16th August. Year 13 can collect their results from 9:30.a.m. until 10:30a.m. Advice and guidance for UCAS or next steps...
A Day at the BBC Mailbox in Birmingham

29th June 2018 By Ava and Lola – Year 7 student reporters At 7:55am, eight lucky student reporters arrived at Coventry Train Station. We were prepared and ready to board the train to Birmingham. It was 8:22am by the time the...
Warwick Sutton Scholars - Year 1 Celebration Event

Written by Abdul – Year 8 student reporter On Saturday 9th of June, I went to the Warwick Sutton Scholarship Celebration event. The event was to mark the end of our first year at Warwick University. For your information, the Warwick...
Travelling through history in London

By Eve and Ava – Year 7 student reporters It was 8:00 am on Friday 25th May, and the rain was pouring down (typical British weather) by the time we arrived at Coventry train station. We were surrounded by our...
First World War Centenary Battlefields Tour

Written by Duncan Van Den Top – Year 9 student reporter “The cries of the wounded had much diminished now, and as we staggered down the road, the reason was only too apparent, for the water was right over the...
Whitley Academy Pupil Arts Exhibition

We'd like to invite all parents, carers, and members of the local community to view the fantastic art work of our students, at our annual Summer Arts Exhibition, on Tuesday 10th July, 4pm - 6pm. Please come along and support...
Multi-Sports Summer Camp

Last chance this week to book onto the Multi-Sports Camp which starts next Monday 23rd July. Note: *** This club is not run by Whitley Academy and interested parties should contact Jamie at jlmultisportsclub@gmail.com
A Morning at the BBC Coventry and Warwickshire Building

Written by Eve and Lola - student reporters Wednesday 13th June was a bright, sunny morning, and along with our amazing teacher, Mrs Nguyen, we headed off to the BBC Coventry and Warwickshire building for an appearance on the local...
A Visit from Shenzen, China

Here’s a snapshot of a visiting group of teachers from Shenzen, China, who came to see our school during the spring and summer terms. Each group spent 2 days at the school, as part of a 9 week study...
Post 16 Induction Day Notice - Thursday 28th June

All Year 11s (who have been made a conditional offer for Post 16) should meet Mr. Edwards in the Post 16 Common Room at 9am. The day will finish at 3pm. All students will receive summer homework for the three subjects...
A Day at the Cheltenham Science Festival

Tuesday 5th June 2018 Written by Duncan, Ciaran and Ben – Year 9 student reporters The day started off at the University of Warwick in the coach park, where we all met up. It was so great to see everyone and...
Japan Day at Whitley Academy

Written by Michelle, Ava and Keeley – Year 7 student reporters Friday 18th May 2018 was a school day with a difference for our Year 8 pupils. It was Japan Day, and all the lessons circulated around Japan - its...
A Roald Dahl Trip - Journey to the Oompa-Loompas Land

Written by Ava – Year 7 student reporter On 11th May 2018, 70 Year 7 students turned up at Whitley Academy ready to leave for the amazing day trip ahead of them. At about 8:10am, everyone boarded the two nice coaches...
We are Whitley podcast (episode 2)

Whitley Academy Post 16 students have been busy recording a series of podcasts aimed at sharing their experiences and aspirations with our younger pupils. You can listen to their second episode below.
A conversation with Roz Bird

Written by Omonigho and Eve, Year 7 student reporters On Friday 23rd March, many lucky students got the opportunity to meet Roz Bird, Commercial Director of Silverstone Park, where the British Formula One racing takes place! The opportunity was given to...
We're pleased to announce the launch of our new website

Whitley Academy is pleased to announce the launch of its new school website. Please tell us what you think; your feedback is most welcome. Included in the new website is an improved calendar, featuring key events and term dates at...
Marvellous Magistrate Court Mock Trial

The annual Mock Trial Competition is managed and run by the Citizenship Foundation. It offers our students the opportunity to access the criminal justice system through an active learning experience. It takes students out of the classroom and into...
We are Whitley podcast (episode 1)

Whitley Academy Post 16 students have been busy recording a series of podcasts aimed at sharing their experiences and aspirations with our younger pupils. You can listen to their first episode below.
Frankly Speaking Debate Competition at Benjamin Franklin House

Written by Lucy - Year 8 student reporter On Friday 19th March, Whitley Academy pupils were invited to take part in the Frankly Speaking Debate Competition at Benjamin Franklin House (US Embassy), London. We left Coventry at 7:11am, and arrived at...
BBC School Report 2018 - Live from Broadcasting House

Written by Holly and Melissa – Year 8/9 student reporters On Thursday 15th March, 16 Whitley Academy students and two teachers arrived at Coventry train station, feeling very excited for the big day ahead. Even though it was wet outside,...
A Peace-building Conference at the Ricoh Arena

Written by Diakite, Ava, Lola and Eve - Year 7 student reporters On Saturday 24th February 2018, six eager Whitley Academy students went to the Coventry Ricoh Arena, to watch and take part in the Peace-building Conference run by the...
An evening of debate at Bablake Senior School

Written by Lola and Eve - Year 7 student reporters On the 26th of January 2018, seven eager Whitley Academy students, divided into two teams, were about to change the mindset of the public, in a debate held at Bablake...
Journey of discovery for Year 7 at Africa Day

Written by Holly and Harshitha - Year 8 student reporters.
Students achievements recognised at KS4 Celebration Evening

On Thursday 11th January, we were invited to attend the Whitley Academy Celebration Evening for Key Stage 4 (Year 10 and 11 this academic year). It was 6:00pm, and the beautifully decorated green Canteen was packed with students and parents....
Annual Christmas celebrations enjoyed by pupils

On Tuesday the 19th of December at 5:00 pm, Whitley Academy hosted the annual Christmas Fair in our cafeteria, decorated for the snowy season, by the school lake. The bright Christmas decorations lit up the room, sparkling next to the...