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Beacon Academy / Published 30 Jun 2025
More images from Friday's Year 11 Prom at the American Express Stadium are now available to view via our website along with information about joining our free alumni network! https://tinyurl.com/2rvbw93d
We would also like to say a big thank you to Listen-Hear who kindly contributed towards this year’s prom! We are incredibly grateful and would like to thank the team at Listen-Hear! for the invaluable support they provide our students and their families both in and out of school.
Special thanks to everyone that helped to make this year's prom a night for our young people to remember!
#classof2025 #prom2025 #BeaconAlumni #Alumni #MakeYourMARK
Beacon Academy / Published 30 Jun 2025
This Schools Alumni Week, we're celebrating the incredible achievements of our former students, who continue to make us proud. Whether you're near or far, left recently or long ago - once a Beacon student, you are always a part of our community.
Our current students gain so much from alumni who return to share their experiences and guidance. Here’s how you can get involved:
• Share your career journey
• Volunteer at our careers events
• Open doors for those who want to follow in your footsteps
👉 Sign up to volunteer: https://www.futurefirsthub.org.uk/register/beaconacademy
#SchoolsAlumniWeek #BeaconAlumni #MakeYourMARK MARK Education Trust
Beacon Academy / Published 27 Jun 2025
Year 11 arrived at the American Express Stadium in style this evening for the Prom! We hope that everyone is having a brilliant evening!
Thank you to the AmEx for allowing us to take a photo in the stands and to Mrs Marchant, Mrs Feltham, and all staff involved in putting the Prom together.
Look out for more images on our website next week!
#Classof2025 #Prom2025
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Beacon Academy / Published 27 Jun 2025
We were delighted to welcome all Year 11 students transitioning to Sixth Form this September to our induction day on Tuesday!
The event gave students a valuable opportunity to experience their chosen courses and reflect on the subject combinations that best suit their individual goals and interests.
Each student received a personalised timetable, attended sample lessons in their selected subjects, and enjoyed a welcome talk from Head of Sixth Form, Mr Howarth.
Students also took part in a joint session led by Dr Cumpstey, Head of Science, and Miss Akehurst, KS5 Support Coordinator, focusing on developing independent study skills and exploring the enrichment opportunities available in Sixth Form - including the Extended Project Qualification, student mentoring, debate club, cooking skills, finance for life, sports, and more.
It was fantastic to hear how much students enjoyed the day and embraced the independent, grown-up atmosphere of Sixth Form life.
Read their reflections on our website 👇
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/5d835dnu
#SixthForm #SixthFormLife #InductionDay #Post16
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Beacon Academy / Published 27 Jun 2025
We welcomed Year 5 students from Sir Henry Fermor Primary school for a one-off STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) experience.
Throughout the morning the students took part in a carousel of three subject areas to learn about the importance of packaging.
Year 5 teacher, Ms Miller, commented “It was so lovely to feel part of a Crowborough school community where we all had the same objective to exposing primary school students to the diversity of design and food technology. At the same time, it has enabled the children to have their first positive experience of Beacon Academy and give them a fantastic opportunity to experience inside the classrooms and speak to the teachers.
Thank you to Mr Hooper, Mr Clark and Miss Balmer for a wonderful morning and organising a fantastic experience for the Year 5 students to explore some of the concepts of all three subject areas.
#MakeYourMARK Sir Henry Fermor C of E Primary School
Beacon Academy / Published 27 Jun 2025
Don't miss our All-American Food Pop-Up on Monday 7 July!
Get ready for a flavour-packed lunch! Our catering team, Chartwells, will be serving up American-inspired favourites like burgers, wedges and Mississippi mud pie.
Vegetarian and vegan options available - just speak to our catering staff!
Beacon Academy / Published 26 Jun 2025
We'd like to wish our Year 9 DofE Bronze participants the very best of luck for their qualifying expedition starting tomorrow! A big thank you to Ms Webb, Mrs Northwood, Mr Northwood, Mrs Goldsmith, Mr Hall, Mrs Vale, Mrs Reigler, Mrs Bigwood and Miss Campbell for supporting our students this weekend.
And well done to all Beacon Academy DofE participants who have made an impact in our community by volunteering their time!
Our students have spent 3276 hours volunteering between April 2024 and March 2025. This has a social value of almost £21,000!
Great work, #TeamBeacon! 👏
#MakeYourMARK #DofE #YouthWithoutLimits
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Beacon Academy / Published 26 Jun 2025
We were delighted to welcome back our wonderful Year 11 students for their Leavers’ Assembly on Monday. It was an incredibly special afternoon celebrating the students' last five years with musical performances, old photos, awards and shirt signings.
✨ Huge congratulations to our award winners who were recognised for their outstanding efforts and achievements throughout their GCSE journey — including subject honours across Creative Arts, Humanities, Languages, PE, Science, Maths and more. 👏
🏆Special congratulations to Jacob, the recipient of the Ivory Rose Award, honouring a passion for science in memory of past student Alexander Simmons, and Ellie, recipient of the Taylor Mitchell Award, recognising exceptional courage in memory of past student Taylor Mitchell.
A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful Year 11 team - Mrs Marchant and Mrs Feltham - for their unwavering support and dedication.
Congratulations to all of our Year 11 students! We look forward to celebrating with you at the Prom on Friday and seeing many of you at Sixth Form in September.
🎓 Stay part of our community and join our growing alumni network today - just visit https://www.futurefirsthub.org.uk/register/beaconacademy to sign up for free!
📸 See the full list of winners and highlights from the day here: https://tinyurl.com/24azvfbd
#Classof2025 #LeaversAssembly #EndOfAnEra #BeaconAlumni #MakeYourMARK
Beacon Academy / Published 25 Jun 2025
Over the weekend, our talented Beacon Academy Swimming Team took to the national stage at the English Schools' Swimming Association Championships - and they did us proud! Competing against the best in the country, our swimmers delivered outstanding performances, clocked numerous personal bests, and showed incredible team spirit.
Huge congratulations to Bertie (Y8), who is English Schools' 200m Butterfly Champion in the 13–14 age group, and also took silver in the 200m Breaststroke! What a phenomenal achievement!
👏 Well done to our amazing team:
➡️ Mia (Y7)
➡️ Finn (Y7)
➡️ Harrison (Y7)
➡️ Oliver (Y8)
➡️ Noah (Y8)
➡️ Bertie (Y8)
➡️ Luca (Y11)
Thank you to Beacon Swimming Club for their ongoing support and for scheduling the club championships around this weekend to enable the team to compete in both events.
#TeamBeacon #MakeYourMARK #SwimmingSuccess #EnglishSchoolsChamps
Beacon Academy / Published 23 Jun 2025
Booking a holiday? You can raise a huge £100 donation for Beacon Academy when you book with TUI via easyfundraising between the 23rd and 29th of June! There's no extra cost and it will make a real difference to us. If you're not supporting us on easyfundraising yet, now's the perfect time to get involved. Sign up today here:
Beacon Academy / Published 19 Jun 2025
BeaconFest is here! 🎭
We’re super excited for our Performing Arts Festival, happening today from 5pm – 8pm!
If you haven’t had a chance to purchase tickets yet — no worries! Tickets will be available at the entrance.
☀️ It’s going to be a hot one, so please bring a filled water bottle — you can refill it at our free water station. We’ve also got plenty of shade and refreshments to keep everyone cool and comfortable.
Come join us for an unforgettable evening of creativity, talent, and celebration.
Look forward to seeing you there! 🌟
#MakeYourMark #BeaconFest
Beacon Academy / Published 18 Jun 2025
Congrats to the whole team who participated at the Ouse Valley Athletics Championships at the Withdean Sports Complex yesterday. It was a fantastic event, with lots of individual podium finishes 👏🏼
YEAR GROUP STANDINGS
Year 7 - 3rd Place
Year 8 - 3rd Place
Year 9 - 5th Place
Year 10 - 5th Place
Consistent performances across year groups and an overall 3rd school place finish, an excellent achievement.
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Beacon Academy / Published 18 Jun 2025
🎉 Don't forget to grab your raffle tickets! 🎟️
Be in with a chance to win amazing prizes at BeaconFest tomorrow! www.parentpay.com
A huge thank you to all the businesses who have kindly donated!
We truly appreciate your generous support — it means so much to us and the success of BeaconFest.
Beacon Academy / Published 17 Jun 2025
🎭 BeaconFest 2025 – This Thursday!
We are excited to welcome you to our fantastic Summer Performing Arts Festival – BeaconFest 2025, taking place this Thursday evening, 5pm - 8pm.
Get ready for a sunny, fun-filled evening packed with incredible talent and live performances from our dance, drama and music students. It’s shaping up to be a brilliant event you won’t want to miss!
🎟️ Wristbands and raffle tickets are available now via ParentPay ww.parentpay.co.uk. Online sales close tomorrow at 3:30pm – so be sure to grab yours in advance!
✨ Wristbands and raffle tickets will also be available to purchase at the event using cash or card.
Let’s make it an evening to remember!
#feelingexcited #BeaconFest2025
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Beacon Academy / Published 16 Jun 2025
📣 Calling all Year 11 and Year 13 students!
We’re inviting you to join our Beacon Academy Alumni Network – and it’s completely FREE!
Becoming part of our alumni network is a fantastic way to enhance your CV and use your ongoing experience and knowledge to support younger students.
Registering takes just two minutes via Future First, the charity that powers our alumni platform. There’s no obligation to get involved – we’ll simply keep in touch with occasional updates.
👉 Sign up today:
https://www.futurefirsthub.org.uk/register/beaconacademy
We love hearing from our former students, celebrating their successes and supporting their journeys. Take a look at our Alumni page to read inspiring stories from Beacon artists, filmmakers, financial advisors, scientists, engineers, geologists, and more: https://www.beacon-academy.org/join-us/alumni
#Alumni #BeaconAlumni #MakeYourMARK #FutureFirst
Beacon Academy / Published 16 Jun 2025
We’re really excited for our fantastic Summer Performing Arts Festival, BeaconFest 2025, happening on Thursday 19th June! 🌞
Get ready for a sunny, fun-filled day celebrating incredible talent and community spirit. It’s going to be a brilliant event you won’t want to miss!
🎟️ Wristbands and raffle tickets are available now for Beacon Academy students via ParentPay: www.parentpay.co.uk – available until Wednesday.
They can also be purchased at the entrance on the day.
🎪 Stalls, games and raffle with some fantastic prizes to be won!
🎈 A giant inflatable and Photo Booth
✨ Festival make up and hair
Food & Drink Highlights:
🍕Wood-fired pizza and gourmet burgers
🍰Delicious homemade cakes from our Beacon Bake Off, judged Leaf & Bean Tunbridge Wells.
🍦Ice cream, plus other treats available
Special Guest Appearance:
We are also delighted to have Chef Ian Brunsdon, MasterChef: The Professionals quarter finalist demonstrating some of his culinary skills live at the event.
We cant wait to see you there!
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Beacon Academy / Published 16 Jun 2025
A brief reminder that as communicated in our letters, newsletters and via our website, Friday 20 June and Monday 23 June are INSET days.
School term and holiday dates for the 2025-2026 academic year are available to view via our website.
👉 https://www.beacon-academy.org/news-and-dates/term-dates
Beacon Academy / Published 13 Jun 2025
🧁 There’s still time to enter The Great BeaconFest Bake Off! 🧁
🌟Our two STAR BAKERS will take home a voucher for Cream Tea at Leaf & Bean Tunbridge Wells and an official The Great British Bake Off apron from Stand Up To Cancer!
All students, parents and staff are encouraged to enter - it's free and easy to sign up here: https://forms.office.com/e/ufE2wEisnd
Then simply bring your best bake(s) to Te1 on the morning of BeaconFest 2025 – Thursday 19 June.
Not up for competing? We would still love any cake donations (whether home-made or shop bought) to sell on the Bake Off stand! Just bring them to Te1 on Thursday 19 June ☺️
Separate categories for under 16 and adult.
#MakeYourMARK #ReadySteadyBake #BakeOff