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.
Mark Guest - Headteacher
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1/08/25
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SPORTS DAY 2025 All students took part in the pre-sports day events of 100m, 800m, howler and long jump to set the starting totals for their house. Going into sports day, the standings were 1st – Windrush 2nd – Attenborough 3rd – Robertson 4th - Seacole But then came the main event – students ran, jumped, threw, cheered and got fully involved! The staff races were won by both Attenborough team, houses had instruments, chants were ringing out, and the face painting was very popular! Multiple school records were broken, and the final results were: 1st - Windrush 2nd - Seacole 3rd – Attenborough 4th – Robertson
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1/08/25
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SWRA FESTIVAL ON THE FIELD We celebrated the last day of term with the SWRA Festival on the Field! Students competed in their Houses to earn points in the egg drop challenge, a house quiz, problem solving challenges, including cranes, the wall, tyre drag and human hoopla, and summer fete games, kindly provided by @gravesevents and the House Captains. Windrush had the brains for the quiz, Seacole were the best problem solvers and egg drop creators, whilst Robertson claimed victory on the fete games. However, it was the slow but steady Attenborough who became overall Festival Champions by placing second in all four events! The whole school then came together around our very own festival stage to be part of 'Period 5 Live'! Well done to all the performers, we had some wonderful singing, beautiful music and outstanding dancing – followed by a bit of karaoke and the Staff Song. Finally, our Head Students and House Captains led the farewell speeches to those members of staff leaving Will Rob this year – thank you for everything and good luck in your next ventures! A wonderful way to finish off a fantastic year – we hope you are all having a wonderful summer! House standings going into September are: 4th place – Seacole 3rd place – Robertson 2nd place – Attenborough 1st place - Windrush
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28/07/25
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PRELOVED UNIFORM Just a reminder that Mrs Sedger will be in school tomorrow and Wednesday to give families the opportunity to come and collect any preloved uniform items they need!
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22/07/25
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MIDDAY SUPERVISOR VACANCY We are looking for a dedicated and responsible individual to supervise students during their lunch break, ensuring a safe and positive environment for all pupils. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please click on the link below
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22/07/25
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GOLD DUKE OF EDINBURGH QUALIFYING EXPEDITION Congratulations to our Year 12 students who completed their Gold DofE Qualifying Expedition in the Peak District last week. You showed incredible teamwork and are one big step closer to getting your Award. Well done!
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18/07/25
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IMPORTANT-YEAR 6 PARENTS For parents with a child starting with us in Year 7 September 2025: You should be receiving an email to set up your My Child at School account. Once you have set this account up, you will find your ParentPay login under 'Important Documents'. Once you have set up ParentPay, you can make payment for the Hill Holt Wood trip for September. *please do not worry if you have not yet received your email, the process is still ongoing until Monday*
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18/07/25
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LAST 2 DAYS OF TERM Just a reminder that Monday 21st and Tuesday 22nd July will both be non uniform days to allow any unwanted uniform to be brought in to Mrs Sedger!
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18/07/25
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SEPTEMBER OPEN WEEK 2025 Do you have a child who will be starting Year 7 in September 2026? If so, come and join us at our September Open Week! Register your interest on our school website www.swracademy.org
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17/07/25
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ACTIVITY DAY 2025 On Monday 21st July we are holding our Activity Day. Students have been assigned to activities either in school or outside of school; your child should be aware of the activity they are taking part in. If they are not sure, please ask them to ask their base tutor or come to the school office. There will be an extended base time on Monday from 8:45am-9:30am. External Activites Go Ape: Students must be at school for 8:15am for a 8:30am bus departure. Students should wear appropriate clothing for the activity. (Please note that the current weather forecast is rain so waterproofs may be required) Students just bring a packed lunch and a drink Students will return to school in time for school buses Cinema: Students should wear appropriate clothing following the usual non school uniform guidelines (no short shorts or crop tops) Students will need a packed lunch and a drink. There will be the options to purchase snacks at the cinema if students wish to. Students should assemble at the school canteen at 9:30am, after base time, to then head to the buses Students will return to school in time for the buses. Ancaster Leisure: Students must wear appropriate clothing for outdoor activities. Students should bring packed lunch and a drink. Students should assemble on the tennis courts at 8:45am for a 9am bus departure. Students will return to school in time for the buses. Yorkshire Wildlife Park (Year 7 only): Students should wear appropriate clothing. (Please note that the current weather forecast is rain so waterproofs may be required) Students should bring a packed lunch and a drink. Students should assemble on the tennis courts at 8:45am for a 9am bus departure. Students will return to school in time for the buses. Skegness (Year 12 only): Students should wear suitable clothing for the weather. Students can either bring a packed lunch or purchase food in Skegness. Students should assemble in D4 at 8:45am for a 9am bus departure. Students will return to school in time for the buses. Internal Activities Studio Recording Day: Students should wear appropriate non school uniform. Students do not need any specific equipment for this activity Students should assemble in D2 at 9:30am after base time Mini DofE Expedition: Students should wear appropriate clothing for a Duke of Edinburgh expedition. Students should bring a suitable bag to carry drinks, a waterproof, any necessary medication (e.g EpiPen) and snacks. Students should assemble in the school hall at 9:30am after base time Football Tournament: Students must bring shin pads and football boots to change into. Students can wear a football shirt of their choice if they wish. Students should assemble in the Sports Hall at 9:30am after base time. Students must bring a water bottle. The Great SWRA Bake Off: Students should have received a list of ingredients they will need for the day. Please see below as a reminder: 100g butter 150g plain flour 4 eggs Jar of strawberry/raspberry jam 225g baking spread (stork) 225g caster sugar Cake tin Suitable container to take baking home Students should assemble in A7 at 9:30am after base time. Computer Gaming: Students should wear appropriate non school uniform. Students should assemble in R13 at 9:30am after base time. Students do not need anything specific for this activity. Textiles: Students should wear appropriate non school uniform. Students should bring a pair of jeans or dungarees and up-cycle them in to a bag. Students should assemble in A4 at 9:30am. Maths Art: Students should wear appropriate non school uniform. Students should assemble in O4 at 9:30am after base time. Students do not need to bring anything specific for this activity. Performing Arts Workshop: Students should wear appropriate clothing to take part in a performance. Students should assemble in D1 at 9:30am after base time. Students do not need to bring anything specific for this activity. Board Games: Students should wear appropriate non school uniform. Students should assemble in O1 at 9:30am after base time. Students can bring their own board games if they wish. Well-being and Mindfulness: Students should wear appropriate non school uniform. Students should assemble in R1 at 9:30am after base time. Students do not need to bring any thing in particular for this activity.
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17/07/25
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ROTARY COMPETITION Congratulations to everyone that took part in the Rotary competition on Friday, and especially the 4 that won the year 8 competition: Charlie Woodward Sennan Kerai-Patel Ky Purcocks Elliot Rapley-Patrick Well done...another competition another trophy!
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17/07/25
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KOOTH SUPPORT OVER THE HOLIDAYS You're not alone - Kooth is still available to access during the Summer holidays. If you or someone you know needs extra mental wellbeing support during the holidays, Kooth are here. Visit www.kooth.com to find out more.
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17/07/25
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HEAD STUDENTS TRIP TO BASSINGHAM Last Friday, our Year 12 Head Students visited Year 6 at Bassingham Primary School to talk to them about their transition to secondary school and the possibilities that Sixth Form can offer as part of their careers week.
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17/07/25
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DUKE OF EDINBURGH PRESENTATION EVENING 96 of our 117 Duke of Edinburgh students gathered together with family and friends for our SWRA DofE Presentation Evening last week. Students celebrated their achievements in the volunteering, physical, skill, expedition and residential sections of their respective Bronze, Silver or Gold level of Award, and received their Award Certificates. We were delighted to be joined by members of the Rotary Club of Grantham and their President, John Thurston. We are grateful of their support of the DofE programme, and we look forward to supporting their Swimarathon once again, in February 2026. We were also joined by our Gold Award holders, Maddie, Ruben, Chloe and Hannah, who are our first ever Gold Award winners here at SWRA. They told us about their experiences of the Gold Award, their trip to Buckingham Palace, and what they have done with the skills they have learnt since finishing. For the first time, we awarded two SWRA Awards, to recognise those who have gone the extra mile whilst on the DofE programme. Maddie Stevens was the worthy recipient of the SWRA DofE Achievement Award, for being our very first Gold Award holder, whilst the Silver Award Pink team of Ted, Oliver, Nathan and George won the SWRA DofE Spirit Award, for demonstrating outstanding teamwork, empathy and kindness on expeditions. Congratulations to everyone who received their certificates, and thank you to all the school staff and external volunteers who make the whole programme possible!
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17/07/25
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NEWARK GIRLS RUGBY
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17/07/25
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CGI ESCAPE ROOM Year 9 students had a great time at the CGI escape room at RAF Waddington on Monday. Students alternated between STEM activities and the escape room. The escape room is designed with Cyber Security in mind, the students loved it, both teams getting out, one in 42 minutes and one in 48 minutes. Well done to all students involved!
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