Welcome from the Head
Sir William Robertson Academy is a highly successful 11 – 18 co-educational non-selective school. Our school is proud to be one of the most sought after schools in Lincolnshire, with parents recognising the benefits of choosing a very successful school set in a peaceful and rural location.
Mr Scott Barlow - Headteacher
Our latest news
16/10/25
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PARENT GOVERNOR ELECTION A message to Parents at SWRA... We have received nominations for eight candidates for the Parent Governor Vacancy which means we must now hold a ballot. You should have received two emails: One sent yesterday afternoon via MCAS which included candidate statements and a ballot paper One sent this morning which included details of how to vote as well as your unique identifier code If you have not received any of these details, please email enquiries@swracademy.org.
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15/10/25
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SHREK SHOW REHEARSAL Tonight's Shrek rehearsal is CANCELLED. We will return back next Tuesday as normal however next Wednesdays rehearsal (22nd October) is also CANCELLED due to the Year 11 revision evening.
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14/10/25
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SIXTH FORM OPEN EVENING Do you have a child who is interested in starting Sixth Form in September 2026? If so, come and join us at our Open Evening on Thursday 6th November 2025, 6pm-8pm!
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13/10/25
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YEAR 8 PARENTS EVENING Just a reminder that it is Year 8 Parents Evening on Thursday 16th October. If you have not yet booked your appointments, you are still able to do so by following the link sent out via MCAS.
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13/10/25
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SIXTH FORM OPEN EVENING Do you have a child who is interested in starting Sixth Form in September 2026? If so, come and join us at our Open Evening on Thursday 6th November 2025, 6pm-8pm!
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9/10/25
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STUDENT COUNCIL Yesterday four of our Year 13 students visited North Kesteven District Council to take part in the Student Council. They discussed Cyber Security, Volunteering in the Community and the import role that democracy plays in society.
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7/10/25
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SIXTH FORM OPEN EVENING Do you have a child who is interested in starting Sixth Form in September 2026? If so, come and join us at our Open Evening on Thursday 6th November 2025, 6pm-8pm!
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7/10/25
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REMINDER Please see the below regarding our Year 11 'Supporting your Child with GCSE's' evening. Please note that the deadline for completing the sign up form is Friday 10th October 2025.
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2/10/25
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SIXTH FORM ENRICHMENT During Enrichment last week our Sixth Formers learnt basic car maintenance and DIY. As they are at the age where they are learning to drive and thinking about moving out and going to university, hopefully these skills will stay with them and come in handy!
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2/10/25
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SUPPORTING YOUR CHILDREN THROUGH THEIR GCSE'S On Wednesday 22nd October 2025, we are inviting Year 11 students and parents to join us for a 'Supporting your Children through their GCSE's' evening. Arrival will be between 4:30pm and 5:00pm in the school canteen, where refreshments will be available. Throughout the evening, you will have the opportunity to tour our Revision Marketplace. This informal session will allow you to speak with teachers representing all our subject areas and explore a range of resources and strategies to support effective revision. The formal part of the evening will begin at 5:00pm in the Academy Main Hall with a short presentation by Mr Barlow, Headteacher. Following this, you will participate in carousel sessions covering English, Maths, and Science, where subject teachers will explore key aspects of the GCSE examinations in greater detail. The evening will conclude with a final presentation focused on effective revision techniques and study skills to support retrieval. These activities are designed to: Equip pupils with the skills and strategies required to maximise their potential in the upcoming GCSE exams. Help parents gain a clearer understanding of how to support their child throughout the revision process. Attendance is strongly encouraged, as the event provides valuable insight into the expectations of the GCSE curriculum, along with practical advice on how to support your child both academically and emotionally during this crucial year. It also offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with subject teachers and gain clarity on revision priorities and exam preparation. Event Details: Date: Wednesday 22nd October 2025 Arrival 4.30pm to 5.00pm Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm Location: Academy Main Hall Pupils attending the event are expected to remain in school beforehand, and a light meal will be provided. Due to high anticipated attendance, places are limited to Year 11 pupils and one parent or guardian per family. To confirm your attendance and inform us of any dietary requirements, please complete the online form by Friday 10th October 2025 using the below link https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=An1hFnkMzEqjOwcLa2YXdYpkU9Ub3v1JsEjI1IzUtdBUQzMwNTNONExHQVg0V0NQNUlQTzE5TUxLMy4u We look forward to welcoming you and your child to what promises to be an informative and supportive evening.
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1/10/25
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MIDDAY SUPERVISOR VACANCY
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1/10/25
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PARENT GOVERNOR VACANCIES We have vacancies at Sir William Robertson Academy for Parent Governors. Please consider whether you would like to, and have the time help your school with this role. We encourage applications submitted electronically, The nomination process will be live until Wednesday 15 October 2025. We are looking for new Governors to join our Local Committee, could it be you? To ensure our school performs at its best, we need people with new ideas and a fresh perspective – people like you. You don't need experience in education, just a willingness to get involved. If you can spare just a few hours every month, you will benefit from: · a fantastic example of community work for your CV · access to free training that could advance your skillset · experience of working at a strategic level on a board · the satisfaction of improving the lives of young people. An election will be held if more nominations are received than the number of vacancies. For the purpose of the election, ballot papers will be available to all parents or carers with students at the school, together with any details that you and other nominees have provided. This procedure will be explained to you should an election be necessary. For more information, please visit https://www.swracademy.org
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27/09/25
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SPORTS ACHIEVER OF THE YEAR Congratulations to Maisie who has received Sports Achiever of the Year!
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26/09/25
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YEAR 7 GIRLS RUGBY FESTIVAL It was fantastic to see so much enthusiasm from our Year 7 girls as they took part in their very first contact rugby taster session at Newark Rugby Club last week. With 29 pupils expressing an interest, we could only take 14 this time, but the energy and excitement were clear from the start. The session began with the basics – learning how to pass correctly and safely in rugby – before moving on to one of the most exciting (and slightly nerve-wracking!) parts: tackling. While a few were understandably hesitant at first, confidence quickly grew, and soon the girls were throwing themselves into tackles with real commitment. The final part of the evening saw the girls putting their new skills into action during friendly matches. It didn't take long for them to get the hang of it – with excellent tackles, slick passing, and some great team play all around. The real highlight of the night was being treated to hot dogs in the clubhouse afterwards – the perfect way to celebrate not only a great first session but also England reaching the Women's Rugby World Cup Final! Thank you @NewarkRugbyClub for a brilliant evening! If you weren't picked for this taster session, don't worry – there will be three more festivals this year, and we'll also be covering contact rugby in PE lessons. There are plenty more chances to get involved! Want to play more rugby? Tag rugby – every Wednesday lunchtime on the 3G After-school rugby – every Thursday until 4:15pm Girls-only sessions at Newark Rugby Club – every Thursday, 7–8:30pm, completely free of charge! We can't wait to see even more of you giving rugby a go – who knows, we might have some future England stars among us already!
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25/09/25
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VISIT FROM LOCAL MP DR CAROLINE JOHNSON Scott Barlow, CEO of Aspire Schools Trust and newly appointed Headteacher of Sir William Robertson Academy, was delighted to welcome local Member of Parliament, Dr Caroline Johnson, to the school yesterday. During her visit, Dr Johnson toured the academy, observing the exceptional teaching and learning taking place across the site. Mr Barlow and Dr Johnson engaged in a productive discussion on key educational matters, including the exciting plans for a new building development at Sir William Robertson Academy. Mr Barlow commented, "It was a pleasure to host Dr Johnson and showcase the incredible work of our staff and students. We are proud of the vibrant learning environment here and look forward to the future improvements that will further enhance our provision."
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Our testimonials
The staff here are really supportive and will help you through any problem.
Marcus Walton - Current Year 13 StudentI couldn't have asked to be part of a better community or learning environment.
Rhys Vaughan - Current Year 13 Studentour upcoming events
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Year 8 Parents Evening
All Day - 21October
Y13 Triple Sport - Sherwood Pines
All Day - 22October
Y11 Supporting your Child with GCSE
All Day - 23October
End of Term 1
All Day - 24October
Inset Day
All Day - 03November
Term 2 Starts
All Day - 06November
Sixth Form Open Evening
All Day - 07November
Y11 & 13 Stranger Things Drama Trip
All Day - 12November
Y8 Take your Child to Work Day
All Day - 12November
Y12 & 13 Sheffield Hallam Uni Trip
All Day - 12November
Y7 Rand Farm Trip
All Day - 13November
Y11 Careers Trip
All Day
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