Students shine a light at Christmas procession (4 images)

Academy students recently attended a lantern procession in Oxford where they displayed their creative lantern. They were then able to watch the switching on of the Christmas lights.

Created: 7 Dec 11 13:06 | Last modified: 7 Dec 11 13:07

A level success (5 images)

The Academy Sixth Form celebrate as they recieve their impressive results- achieving a 94 per cent pass rate.

Created: 19 Aug 11 14:03 | Last modified: 19 Aug 11 14:32

French trip (4 images)

Created: 18 Jul 11 13:49 | Last modified: 18 Jul 11 13:50

Btec sport tries its hand a fishing (2 images)

Btec sport went down to Milton Pools on Tuesday 21 June. They were pole fishing using a method feeder in order to see who could catch the biggest/most fish.

Created: 29 Jun 11 13:41 | Last modified: 29 Jun 11 13:43

Fishing Residential (5 images)

Students in the Angling group went on a fishing residential in the New forest, taking part in fishing matches and exploring the local area.

Created: 29 Jun 11 12:33 | Last modified: 29 Jun 11 12:36

Academy Science teacher juggles her love for teaching with her Olympic dream (7 images)

BBC Oxford came to the Academy earlier in the week to see how science teacher, Caroline O?Connor manages her time between the pressures of training as the coxwain for the GB Rowing Team and teaching at The Oxford Academy.

Created: 23 Jun 11 09:35 | Last modified: 23 Jun 11 09:42

The New Oxford Academy Facilities (68 images)

Created: 6 Jun 11 15:57 | Last modified: 6 Jun 11 17:11

Sport Specialism (9 images)

Our sports facilities ensure our young people have the ideal environment in which to train, improve and succeed.

Created: 2 Jun 11 15:13 | Last modified: 2 Jun 11 15:15

Letting Zone (14 images)

A glimpse of what our Academy has to offer your community group or business.

Created: 2 Jun 11 14:50 | Last modified: 2 Jun 11 14:55

The Leadership Centre (6 images)

The Leadership Centre is more than just a resource space at The Oxford Academy. It is about a practice and philosophy of delivering education which takes forward the best of what we already have, together with a passion and commitment to improve.

Created: 2 Jun 11 14:32 | Last modified: 2 Jun 11 14:33

The Academy's Key Features (14 images)

Our state-of-the-art Academy building provides students with an outstanding learning environment in which to succeed

Created: 2 Jun 11 14:00 | Last modified: 2 Jun 11 14:07

Archery (4 images)

Archery

Created: 16 May 11 13:02 | Last modified: 16 May 11 13:11

Trip to Wembley Stadium (3 images)

Created: 1 Apr 11 12:08 | Last modified: 4 Apr 11 13:46

Lads and Dads Event (4 images)

The lads and dads day of challenges proved to be a great success.

Created: 4 Apr 11 09:30 | Last modified: 4 Apr 11 09:30

Internation hockey player visits the Academy (8 images)

We were delighted to welcome Great Britain and England hockey international, Alex Danson, to launch the new sports programme for Gifted and Talented students.

Created: 1 Apr 11 16:34 | Last modified: 1 Apr 11 16:57

A day at the races (6 images)

10 Year 11 students and three staff members benefited from a behind the scenes trip to a real life race circuit last week when The Academy visited Silverstone Race circuit as part of the British Racing and Sports Car race season.

Created: 31 Mar 11 16:23 | Last modified: 31 Mar 11 16:37

Our New Building (8 images)

We are delighted with our brand new, state-of-the-art building and look forward to our future in this outstanding learning environment.

Created: 22 Feb 11 12:02 | Last modified: 22 Feb 11 12:04

The Jack Peers Bushcraft Shelter (5 images)

Congratulations to all the students who have worked together with Mr. O'Carroll to build the new bushcraft shelter in the woods at the Jack Peers Centre. This now means that a camp fire can be lit and outdoor bushcraft lessons can continue in all weathers.

Created: 11 Feb 11 13:11 | Last modified: 15 Feb 11 09:52

Year 9 get to grips with science (3 images)

Earlier this term Year 9 students were encouraged to think about science in a new light. The 'How science works' session encouraged students at the Academy to be more aware of the importance of science. Students found the link between material science & engineering & the Army particularly interesting. Some of the workshops included; 1.?Science and the World of fire fighters?. Students learnt about the applications of the fire triangle, what challenges the fire service have and the equipment they need. 2.?Careers in Science with Oxford Brookes?. Students had the opportunity to learn how useful science is in the work place. 3.?Science & The Army?. Students had the opportunity to learn the applications of science & engineering in the production of clothing for soldiers in modern war fare. 4.?The application of science in recycling?. Students had the opportunity to extract iron from cornflakes (proving the advert fortified with iron) and link this to how substances are separated for recycling.

Created: 22 Nov 10 10:21 | Last modified: 22 Nov 10 10:22

Leyton Paget wins National Award (2 images)

Former student, Leyton Paget, has won the KS4 award at The EDT Industrial Trust Division's Technical Textiles Awards, which were presented at the 5th Annual Reception for The Worshipful Company of Drapers at Draper's Hall, London on the 16th November 2010. Leyton submitted his entry during term 6 of the academic year 2009-2010 and was selected as one of eleven finalists of this national competition. All finalists were awarded a certificate and relevant book for their KS level. A 'highly commendable' and 'winner' was selected from each of the following categories: KS4- 4 student finalists KS5 ? 4 students Undergraduates ? 3 students Leyton won the award in the KS4 category. The winning prize was a ?500 bursary, a 'red letter day'gift and a trophy for the school in the form of a plaque. Well done Leyton!

Created: 18 Nov 10 10:58 | Last modified: 18 Nov 10 11:21

Fishing nets results (2 images)

All six boys who took part in Fishing and Land Management course last year have now all passed the course. Ryan Cheetham gained a level 2, Lucas Edwards, Lee Davenport, Bradley Cox, Connor Henderson and Joe Booker all gained a level 1. This was a fantastic course that allowed the students to develop as a team, have time out from traditional classrooms but still learn new ways of accessing the curriculum. I am very proud of the boys and the benefits it has given them. This year we have seven more students doing the course and I hope it will be just as successful if not more. Mr Fisher

Created: 18 Nov 10 10:51 | Last modified: 18 Nov 10 10:53

Mountain Bike trip (5 images)

Over a weekend in the summer term, eight pupils and three members of staff attended a mountain bike trip in Chesterfield. The trip consisted of a variety of exciting activities such as kayaking, bowling, a trip to the cinema, swimming and a long cycle ride.

Created: 13 Jul 10 13:53 | Last modified: 2 Sep 10 16:28

Examination Results day (12 images)

Following our improved results last year, I am delighted to announce that The Oxford Academy has achieved another year of record-breaking achievements as a result of the hard work of students and staff. We have not only improved; we have blown away previous achievements.

Created: 24 Aug 10 17:19 | Last modified: 27 Aug 10 12:13

Rowing for Gold (4 images)

Oxford Academy Science teacher, Caroline O?Connor?s team have received Gold in the Rowing World Cup 2010 beating China and Holland, the favourites? to win.

Created: 24 Aug 10 09:52 | Last modified: 24 Aug 10 09:53

Year 11 Farm visit (22 images)

Last term, Year 11 students were given the opportunity to visit a local farm and take part in various activities.

Created: 19 Aug 10 12:53 | Last modified: 19 Aug 10 12:57

Attendance pays off (7 images)

47 Academy students from Years 7, 8, 9 and 10, were taken on an incredible trip to London for their excellent attendance; the students chosen had an attendance of 98% or above. They were rewarded by Edunova and Willmott Dixon with a very special invitation to a celebration concert at the O2 arena in honour of The Transformation Trust's 1st Birthday. We would like to say a huge thank you to Edunova and Willmott Dixon who, in connection with our exciting new building programme, offered Academy students an incredible opportunity to watch their favourite stars perform at the amazing O2 arena in London. Full story can be found in the 'News' section.

Created: 15 Jul 10 17:19 | Last modified: 15 Jul 10 17:29

Coursework Exhibition (5 images)

The Oxford Academy Art, Drama and Design Technology departments exhibited their Year 11 GCSE coursework on Wednesday 7 July 2010 from 3:15pm to 6:30pm and the occasion was a great success. Students from the Art department were invited to take part in a workshop at Modern Art Oxford to learn how artists and curators exhibit work and then applied such knowledge to setting up their own salon style exhibit. It was down to their ideas and creativity to then lead and direct others, including staff, as to how they would like to arrange and advertise the show. All visitors expressed their praise and pride of both those who set up the exhibit as well as the hard work and dedication of all the students to create such an impressive body of work. Well done to the Year 11's who will be greatly missed!

Created: 9 Jul 10 08:54 | Last modified: 13 Jul 10 14:44

Angling and Land Management (6 images)

This year a group of six students have completed a course in Angling and Land Management. Some have achieved a level 1 qualification; we are hoping some have even managed to achieve a level 2 qualification but are waiting on external moderation. The students have been doing theory lessons about angling and land management on a fortnightly basis in school. This has been alternated with practical lessons mainly taught at Milton Pools, Thame where they have learnt how to fish safely. All six students have been fantastic, with a great attitude and keen interest throughout the course. Most have now bought fishing licenses and equipment and fish in their own time as a result of the course. All students have caught fish, the biggest of which weighed in excess of 6lb. I have been really impressed with the students' attitude and motivation to learn about the environment as well as what is in the lakes. As a result of the course The Oxford Academy have now started a holiday fishing programme run by a member of staff (Mr Mark Fisher) and the fishing tutor.

Created: 9 Jul 10 08:57 | Last modified: 13 Jul 10 14:44

Thorpe Park Trip (4 images)

Oxford Academy students enjoyed a wonderful day at Thorpe Park in June. The trip was 'earned' through the Academy reward system which recognises student's individual achievements and contibutions to the Academy.

Created: 1 Jul 10 17:11 | Last modified: 6 Jul 10 13:52

Kolkata 2010 (5 images)

The Oxford Academy Principal, Mike Reading, and Director of Specialisms, Kath Byrom, spent a week in Purulia, 250 miles inland from Kolkata, to witness how sport and education are changing the lives of children in the area.

Created: 6 Jul 10 13:48 | Last modified: 6 Jul 10 13:49

Hinksey Heights (14 images)

The Countryside and Environment students are responsible for the management and maintenance of the Nature Trail at the Hinksey Heights Golf course.

Created: 6 Jul 10 13:37 | Last modified: 6 Jul 10 13:43