Academy News

Congratulations to all the Year 7 and 8 students who performed in the Junior Young Musician of the Year competition on Thursday evening. 

The standard of performance was extremely high, which certainly challenged the judges in their decision-making. There was music for all tastes, ranging from classics like Gerald Finzi’s Forlana to Nina Simone’s Feeling Good. The future is certainly bright, and we are excited about what these performers will produce in the coming months and years. 

The competition was won by Joey, Year 8, with a confident, expressive and engaging performance of Finzi’s Forlana on the clarinet. The runner-up was Senuli, Year 8, with a captivating performance of I Set Fire to the Rain by Adele. 

Both students will be performing at our Christmas Concert at The Playhouse in Weston-super-Mare on Tuesday 26th November – make sure to secure your tickets before it’s too late!

Purchase your tickets here: https://www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk/playhouse-theatre/whats-on/churchill-academy-christmas-concert

Twelve of our talented students took part in this year’s highly anticipated Future Chef competition, showcasing their culinary skills in a contest that highlighted creativity and time management. The competition, which challenged students to prepare two portions of a main meal within an hour on a £5 budget, saw impressive dishes from students in Years 9, 10, and 11.

The standard of cooking was exceptionally high, making it a tough decision for the judges. Ultimately, the winner was Isla, a Year 10 student, who impressed everyone with her delicious chicken gyros, tzatziki, and tomato salsa. She stood out for her well-balanced flavours and excellent presentation.

Second place was awarded to Rowan, who narrowly missed the top spot by just 0.6 of a mark. His dish of chicken souvlaki, homemade flatbread, and Greek salad earned high praise for its taste and texture.

Both Isla and Rowan will advance to the local heat at City of Bristol College on Thursday 14th November, where they will compete against other talented young chefs.

A special thank you goes out to everyone who participated, as well as to the parents who supported the event by providing ingredients and encouraging the students throughout the preparation process.

Our Geography Department has announced an exciting new photography competition, inviting students to showcase the natural beauty of their local area. This year’s theme is “The Amazing Geography of My Local Area,” and it encourages participants to capture the essence of their surroundings, whether it’s human, physical, or environmental geography.

Students can submit photos highlighting local cityscapes, scenic landscapes like the Mendips, or even environmental features such as the Severn Estuary. The goal is to capture the diverse geography that makes each area unique.

All entries will contribute points towards the Academics House Cup, and prizes will be awarded to the winners. 

How to Enter: 

Students can upload their entries to the Geography Google Classroom under the "Geography Photography Competition" assignment. 

Those in Year 10 or 11 who are not studying Geography can still participate by submitting their photos through the PSHE Google Classroom.

The deadline for submissions is 15th November. We can’t wait to see your entries!

Mary has been recognised for her hard work and dedication in dance over the past term. 

Known for her positive attitude and determination, she consistently approaches all tasks with enthusiasm and a desire to improve. Her commitment to progressing in her skills has not gone unnoticed, earning her well-deserved praise. 

Well done, Mary!

Abby, Year 9, has earned recognition as the Secondary Runner-Up in the Lighthouse Schools Partnership (LSP) Art Competition. Her stunning lighthouse painting, which creatively blends greens and purples with intricate details of waves crashing against a cliffside, captivated the judges with its ability to capture the essence of a windy summer's day.

The competition, organised by the LSP saw numerous entries from talented young artists. Students were challenged to create unique and powerful depictions of lighthouses, with the goal of showcasing their creativity and artistic skills.

The results highlighted the fierce competition for the four coveted awards: Primary Winner, Primary Runner-Up, Secondary Winner, and Secondary Runner-Up. Abby's artwork stood out for its vibrant colour palette and skilful blending of grass and sky, earning her a well-deserved spot among the top entries.

The winning artworks will be on display at the LSP headquarters throughout the coming year, allowing visitors to admire the creativity and talent of the trust's young artists.

Congratulations to all the winners for their impressive contributions!

Here are the winning pieces: