Smith's Wood Academy

Hear directly from our students about life at Smith’s Wood Academy, the opportunities they've embraced and how they've been supported to develop their talents. 📌 Apply now: solihull.gov.uk/schools-and-…

Thank you for your continued support throughout a successful half-term. We wish all families a restful break and look forward to welcoming students back on Monday 2 November. Read our newsletter here: sway.cloud.microsoft/lo1hv19…

A fantastic evening at the @Fairfax_MAT Showcase at @unibirmingham! Our students wowed the audience with outstanding performances in music, drama and dance, showcasing their talent, creativity and confidence 👏 #FMAT #FMATShowcase

Getting hands-on and creative! Students followed a bath bomb recipe, measuring ingredients, mixing colours and exploring the science behind the fizz. A fantastic activity combining creativity, teamwork and practical skills. #STEM #LearningByDoing #SkillsForSuccess

Through @BrilliantClub Scholars Programme, our students are experiencing academic challenges beyond the classroom, strengthening their research, writing, and critical thinking skills while raising aspirations for higher education. 🎓✨ #ScholarsProgramme #Education #Aspiration

Our students had a fantastic time getting involved in a range of activities with @Sport4LifeUK , trying something different, getting active and having plenty of fun along the way! 🙌🔥👏

What does success after school look like? 🤔 Our Year 11 students are finding out through Skills for Success, a 4-week programme focused on raising aspirations, building confidence and preparing for the opportunities ahead. We can't wait to see their progress! 🌟

🏆 We’re incredibly proud! Smith’s Wood Academy has been shortlisted for Secondary School of the Year, with Principal Mr Steve Huntington shortlisted for Principal of the Year at the @EdTodayMag Education Today Awards 2026! 🎉 @Fairfax_MAT #TeamSWA #EducationTodayAwards

🎉 Smith's Wood Academy has been recognised by @FFTEdu as one of the top 10% most improved secondary schools in England for attendance. A brilliant achievement that reflects the hard work of our students and the support of our families and staff. 👏

Great workshop with @Channel4 Jacob Bannerman today! Year 7 & 8 students developed key transferable skills, from creative problem-solving to teamwork, helping them for the future. @Channel4Schools

Exciting opportunity for our Year 8 students tomorrow as they take part in a @Channel 4 workshop, learning from industry professionals and exploring the world of media and broadcasting. #Channel4 #CareersEducation

Still deciding on your child’s Secondary School place? Due to popular demand, we’ve added extra Open Morning dates at Smith’s Wood Academy: Mondays: 9:30am and Thursdays: 10:30am Use the link below and book your place today! forms.cloud.microsoft/e/G5eK… smithswood.co.uk

📣 Reminder: Year 7 Pastoral Evening is today! Join us between 3:10pm and 6:10pm to meet your child's Form Tutor, Achievement Leader or a member of the SEND team. 📅 Reminder: Tomorrow is an INSET Day, so the Academy will be closed to students

🌟 We're spreading positivity across Smith's Wood Academy! This week, staff are recognising students who demonstrate our school values through resilience, kindness and doing the right thing. Every positive action deserves to be celebrated. 👏 smithswood.co.uk/our-academy…

More books. More choice. More opportunities. 📚 Through a @Fairfax_MAT trust-wide investment in reading resources, we're giving students greater access to high-quality books that inspire curiosity, imagination and achievement. Read more on our website - smithswood.co.uk/our-academy…

Huge congratulations to our talented mathematicians! At the first @Fairfax_MAT Trust-wide Maths Challenge, our all-girls Smith's Wood team took the lead in Round 1 and remained ahead throughout the competition. We're incredibly proud of their achievement! 🌟

🧃♻️ Introducing @genjuices A new, greener way to stay refreshed at Smith's Wood Academy. By using reusable cups and dedicated recycling points, we're reducing waste and supporting a more sustainable future. 🌱 #GenJuice #Sustainability

What a fantastic turnout for our Open Evening! 🌟 We hope all visiting families enjoyed discovering what makes Smith’s Wood Academy such a special place to learn, grow and thrive. #OpenEvening #FutureReady

Our open evening is in full swing with our Principal welcoming prospective families and sharing our vision for every child's success. #openevening

Open Evening is in full swing 😀