Paxman Academy
Headteacher Welcome
It is with great pride that I welcome you to Paxman Academy. As Headteacher, I am honoured to lead an educational setting dedicated to ‘Building Bright Futures’ for our students. At Paxman Academy, we are committed to providing an enriching educational experience that not only fosters academic excellence but also cultivates personal growth and development. Our strong culture is deeply rooted in our ASPIRE values: Aspirational, Successful, Persevere, Integrity, Respectful, and Empathetic. Read MoreDebbie Kershaw
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Looking for a fun way to get involved in the community? 📣
Paxman Academy is reaching out to parents and families to help volunteer at the local Junior Parkrun this Sunday!
Junior Parkrun is a free 2k run held every Sunday morning for children aged 4-14. Our very own students already participate, and we'd love to see more get involved.
If you'd like to register your interest in marshalling on September 21st, (8:30 till 9:45 at Old Heath Recreation ground) please complete: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScrcowgS-rpXfwvX6Ld3z7VxhLgboDUIWJdS6Q0QPDRg4S3wA/viewform by Tuesday 16th September. Thank you. ... See MoreSee Less
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Check out what's happening in the library! 📚
This year, our students will be diving into some incredible stories for their reading and comprehension lessons.
Year 7 will be reading The Breadwinner by Deborah Ellis, a novel that follows a young girl named Parvana living in Afghanistan after the Taliban takeover.
Year 8 will explore Windrush Child by Benjamin Zephaniah, a powerful story about a boy named Leonard who travels with his mother from Jamaica to England.
Year 9 will read The Giver by Lois Lowry, a dystopian novel about a young boy named Jonas who discovers the truth about his seemingly perfect society.
Happy reading, everyone!
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Dance like a pro with the Paxman Junior and Senior Dance Company! 💃
Join the dance company and perform in the Big City Dance 2026 and other shows. This is your chance to be part of a vibrant dance community that celebrates movement and energy, no matter your skill level.
We focus on developing dance skills while promoting creativity and self-expression.
Audition Workshops (week A):
* Juniors (Years 7 & 8): Tuesday Break, Room 201
* Seniors (Years 9-11): Thursday Lunch, Room 201
See you there!
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Get your creative juices flowing! ✍️
Join the Creative Writing Club every Tuesday lunchtime in Room 101. We'll have Chromebooks available for your writing projects.
Whether you're into poetry, short stories, comic book making, or non-fiction, there's a place for you. All skill levels are welcome.
For more information, see Mr. Sexton!
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Join us for our Open Evening on Thursday 2 October, 5:30–7:00pm.
Take a tour with our student ambassadors, chat to subject teachers and pastoral staff, and discover how we support every learner—academically, creatively and personally. Perfect for Year 6 families exploring options for September 2026.
📍 Paxman Academy, Paxman Avenue - CO2 9DB
🕠 Doors open 5:30pm | Last entry 6:45pm
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What a FIRST DAY for our new Year 7s! 🌟
Welcome to the family, Year 7! We couldn't be more impressed with how our newest students kicked off their secondary school journey today.
They dived straight in with a fantastic Jack Petchey Oracy Workshop, finding their voices, building confidence, and learning how to speak with clarity and passion. The energy in the room was incredible!
Then, they put their new skills and teamwork to the test in a creative challenge, designing and building unique 'Paxman Themed Cogs'. It was brilliant to see them collaborating and connecting their ideas. ⚙️
A huge "well done" to every single student for their amazing enthusiasm and for settling in so brilliantly. This is the start of something special!
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It's been a great first day!
We had the pleasure of hosting Talk The Talk who delivered their "Talk About Transition" workshop to our amazing Year 7 students today. A huge thank you to the Jack Petchey Foundation for their partnership, which makes this work possible. We were so impressed with the students' enthusiasm and how ready they were to participate. Developing these essential oracy and communication skills is so important for their future success, and it was a joy to see them so engaged.
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'Don't Miss A Day' launches today! Stay in our 100% Platinum attendance band for weekly prizes including Aspire points, skip the lunch queue passes, chocolate treats and more! #paxmanacademyintowin ... See MoreSee Less
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🎉 Congratulations to the Paxman Academy Class of 2025! 🎉
The day is finally here, and we are bursting with pride! To every single one of our Year 11 students, a massive congratulations on your GCSE results today.
This moment is a testament to your incredible hard work, resilience, and dedication over the last few years. You navigated challenges, supported each other, and put in the effort, and today we celebrate you.
Be proud of the journey you have been on and the progress you have made. This is the start of your next exciting chapter, and we can't wait to see what you do next!
A huge thank you as well to our phenomenal staff and the supportive parents and carers who have guided and encouraged our students every step of the way.
Well done, Year 11. Your future is bright! ✨
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