Ipswich Academy

We are looking for a Cover Supervisor at Ipswich Academy, to start in April. Help build a supportive learning environment for students and work as part of a successful team. Apply here: paradigmtrust.org/news/vacancies… #Education #CareerOpportunity #IpswichAcademy #CoverSupervisor

Our SEN team supports students who have, or may have, SEN needs, looking at their education, health & care plan each year. By monitoring and reviewing progress we can close gaps in knowledge & help them develop independence & social communication skills. ipswichacademy.paradigmtrust.org/send/

Congratulations to our U13 boys football team who beat King Edward’s School in Bury 3-1! They're now through to the quarter-finals of the Cup, the furthest we've been in over five years! A special thank you to Mr Williams for his incredible coaching efforts and enthusiasm.

Last week we took a small group of Year 11 students to a GCSE English Literature Workshop at Shakespeare’s iconic Globe Theatre in London. It was exciting and inspiring to be transported into the world of Shakespeare!

The importance of exercise for keeping our bodies in good shape is proven, but the benefits of PE for our students extend far beyond the sports field. #Excellence #Community ipswichacademy.paradigmtrust.org/articles/pe-im…

We are incredibly proud of the three IA students who competed for the school in the annual cross country event last week, one of whom is successfully through to the next round which is regionals. Congratulations to all our athletes!

Y8 were working on practical experiments in class recently. Mr Robbins demonstrated how to extract copper metal from malachite (copper ore) using carbon as a reducing agent and the use of a catalyst with elephant toothpaste!

Year 11 mock exams are taking place over the next two weeks. It is great to see our students making use of the Study Hub before school in order to prepare at this important time. We wish all our Y11 students the best of luck!

STEM subjects are Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths and unlock a huge range of careers in later life. Find out how we ensure students get a good grounding in STEM here at Ipswich Academy: ipswichacademy.paradigmtrust.org/articles/build…

We were joined by musical students from the Trust's primary schools for our Winter Concert. Thank you to all who joined us for this special evening of music!

Extracurricular activities can play an incredibly important role in a student’s educational journey. They give young people the chance to explore beyond their classrooms, providing them with opportunities to discover new interests and learn new skills. ipswichacademy.paradigmtrust.org/articles/why-e…

Year 9 and 10 Drama students took a trip to watch New Wolsey Theatre's Rock 'n' Roll Pantomime, Sleeping Beauty. It was hilarious and all students enjoyed the pantomime spirit; getting involved in the audience participation. Our amazing teacher Mr Kiel also got to go on stage!

CHRISTMAS WINTER CONCERT Join us for a joyful evening of Christmas songs and festivities! Raffle and Refreshments available Starts 5pm in the Main Hall on Tuesday 17th December 2024

Last week, the Schools, Students and Teacher Network (SSAT), hosted Student Council training to House Captains and Prefects. This training helps them to grow public speaking skills, understand their role within the council and create/share ideas to support our school community.

After weeks of preparation, a team of our students will be competing in the @YoungCitizensUK National Bar Mock Trial Competition at Ipswich Crown Court this weekend. Best of luck to them at what will be an exciting and inspiring event! #MockTrials 🧑‍⚖️

We have a vacancy for a dedicated Teacher of Fresh Start to start in January. The successful candidate will have the ability to motivate and progress pupils of all abilities. Find out more, including how to apply today: ipswichacademy.paradigmtrust.org/about-our-scho…

Ipswich Academy welcomes new Principal Miss Sam Torr! With 24 years' teaching experience, she’s excited to start working with our dedicated team at IA. Miss Torr believes that a strong parent-school partnership is crucial to student success and enabling them to thrive.

Making sure our students are prepared for their time after Ipswich Academy is a priority for us, which is why we've developed an in-depth careers programme which allows them to have the best possible chance to pursue the career they want. ipswichacademy.paradigmtrust.org/careers/

We recently played 2 football fixtures against Claydon High School. Year 7 won 2-0, playing with great pressure and high enthusiasm! Year 10 continued the winning streak, also 2-0 - the boys played with great grit and determination. Huge congratulations to all those involved!

Join us for a fun evening and raise money for the FIND Foodbank!