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Beacon Academy / Published 3 Jul 2026
The Wealden District Council provided a fantastic opportunity for five of our Year 9 students to take part in a (very) public speaking competition on the subject of how technology is affecting democracy. The audience was filled with councillors, mayors, chairs of local councils as well as the 4 judges and parents and teachers from other participating schools.
Our team, comprising Jasper, Freya and Erin presenting, and Bertie and Isabelle as supporting researchers, were an absolute credit to Beacon Academy. The judges were greatly impressed by the slightly different approach to the argument that the team used: rather than just look at the pros and cons of technology with regards to democracy, they conducted some research among their peers and gave advice to the political figures present, on how to engage Gen Z and the Alpha Generation with political debate through the use of social media and technology. This was particularly relevant given the Bill in Parliament at the moment proposing to lower the voting age to 16. Citing Ed Davy as a politician who already engages effectively on social media, the team brought some humour to the proceedings by presenting some rather unusual photos with very serious messages. They also gave a warning to their peers about the unreliability of using social media and AI to make decisions about their views, along with the importance of fact checking sources, given that AI is prone to hallucinate.
The adjective used by the judges to describe the team was 'Sassy' and they came away with not a single negative comment in the feedback given.
Although they didn't win and come away with a teddy bear each, Wealden District Council did provide certificates and some rather delicious cupcakes, which all agreed were far preferable to a furry toy. But of course, the most valuable gift from the whole experience was seeing these students grow in confidence and self-belief over the course of the evening.
A wonderful start for them, on a journey of deep thinking, debate and public speaking!
Beacon Academy / Published 3 Jul 2026
🥌 Beacon Curling Sponsorship Opportunities 🥌
We’re incredibly proud of our Beacon Curling programme - it offers our students a unique opportunity to take part in a Winter Olympic sport.
Since launching in 2013, 180+ students have taken part and 14 alumni have represented England 🇬🇧
As we prepare for the 2026–27 season, we’re inviting local businesses and community partners to get involved through sponsorship opportunities.
Your support would help us to:
✅ Keep the programme accessible to all students
✅ Fund equipment, kit and coaching
✅ Continue developing future talent
⭐ Sponsors can also benefit from brand visibility, including having their logo featured on the team’s jackets worn during training and competitions.
This is a fantastic opportunity to support young people while gaining exposure within our school and wider community.
If you or your organisation would like to get involved, please get in touch: marketing@beacon-academy.org.
#BeaconCurling #SponsorshipOpportunity #MakeYourMARK
Beacon Academy / Published 3 Jul 2026
Our Year 13 leavers celebrated their final day at Sixth Form with an informal meeting and pizza in the Cafeteria yesterday.
Head of Sixth Form, Mr Howarth, and Mr Williams, Assistant Head of Years 12 and 13, commended the year group on their resilience, commitment and hard work, and encouraged them to keep in touch by joining our free alumni network. Students presented members of the Sixth Form team and teaching staff with cards and gifts, thanking them for their exceptional support over the past two years.
We look forward to seeing Year 13 again at the Prom this evening!
📣 To join our free alumni network, visit https://www.beacon-academy.org/join-us/alumni
#SixthForm #SigningOut #Classof2026
Beacon Academy / Published 2 Jul 2026
We're incredibly proud of our The Duke of Edinburgh's Award participants who have made an impact in our community by volunteering their time. Our students have spent 2964 hours volunteering between April 2025 and March 2026. This has a social value of over £22,000!
Great work, #TeamBeacon! 👏
#MakeYourMARK #DofE #YouthWithoutLimits
Beacon Academy / Published 2 Jul 2026
The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) summer clubs are now open for booking 🌟
There are a great range of clubs spread across multiple venues in East Sussex. Activities include sport, art, theatre, forest school, animation, music, computer coding and crafts.
This DfE funded programme offers free places for children who receive benefits-related free school meals.
🔗Visit www.eequ.org/escchaf to find out more information
Beacon Academy / Published 1 Jul 2026
Week 3 – the World Cup themed pop-up menu continues at Beacon 🌍⚽
It's been great to see so many students opting for the pop-up menu since it launched, hope you are all enjoying it. Each menu is inspired by American, Canadian or Mexican cuisine.
Check out the Week 3 menu below!
Beacon Academy / Published 1 Jul 2026
Year 8 & 9 Netball Versatility Tournament
Our Year 8 and 9 netball team finished the year with a fun and challenging Versatility Tournament.
Players had the opportunity to step into different positions across the court, helping them develop a broader understanding of the game while discovering some hidden talents along the way.
It was fantastic to see everyone embracing new challenges, supporting one another, and demonstrating great teamwork throughout the event.
Well done to all the players for a brilliant team effort and a fantastic way to end the season! 👏💙
#BeaconAcademy #Netball #Teamwork #GoALLIn #SchoolSport #StudentSuccess
Beacon Academy / Published 29 Jun 2026
Cake Sale for a Great Cause! 🍰
We’re holding a cake sale to support Connect Mentoring, an amazing organisation that provides trained mentors offering one-to-one support for students in schools.
📅 Friday 3rd July
⏰ Breaktime
Please help us make a difference by bringing in a shop-bought or homemade cake. Donations can be dropped off at reception on Friday morning.
Every contribution supports a truly positive cause 💛
#CakeSale #SupportStudents #ConnectMentoring #MakeADifference
Beacon Academy / Published 26 Jun 2026
We were delighted to welcome all Year 11 students joining us for Sixth Form in September to our recent induction day.
The event was designed to give students a taste of their chosen subjects and support them in considering the combination of options best suited to them as individuals.
Each student followed a personalised timetable, attending taster lessons in each of their selected subjects, alongside a welcome talk from the Head of Sixth Form, Mr Howarth.
We were pleased to hear how much students enjoyed the day and appreciated the independent, mature atmosphere of Sixth Form life.
We look forward to welcoming you all back in September.
Beacon Academy / Published 25 Jun 2026
✨ Year 11 Prom 2026 ✨
Our Year 11 Class of 2026 arrived in style at the East Sussex National Golf Resort & Spa for the Prom, and we hope they have a brilliant evening!
Despite the heat, our students have shown incredible positivity, resilience and energy, making the most of this special moment. A fantastic way to mark the end of an important chapter - we are so proud of each and every one of them.
A huge thank you to Mr Mason, Mrs Feltham and all the staff involved in organising and supporting the evening.
We will be sharing more photos on our website next week!
#Classof2026 #Prom2026 #TeamBeacon #MakeYourMARK
Beacon Academy / Published 24 Jun 2026
MARK Education Trust is looking for an Executive Personal Assistant to the Executive Headteacher/CEO and Central Team.
- Start date: July 2026 (or ASAP)
- Contract: Fixed-term (maternity cover), full time, term time + 2 weeks
- Salary: Grade 10, Points 26–28
- Actual starting salary: £33,552
- Apply by: 10am on 24 June 2026
Find out more and apply here: https://www.markeducationtrust.org/work-with-us/job-opportunities
Beacon Academy / Published 23 Jun 2026
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 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 Megan, the recipient of the Ivory Rose Award, honouring a passion for science in memory of past student Alexander Simmons, and Ida, 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 - Mr Mason 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 Thursday 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://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/AayhKC2EKn to sign up for free!
#Year11Leavers #ClassOf2026 #BeaconProud #LeaversDay
Beacon Academy / Published 22 Jun 2026
With high temperatures forecast this week, we have introduced some temporary adjustments to help keep students safe, comfortable and able to learn effectively.
As shared with parents and carers this morning, these include:
✅ A temporary change to uniform expectations
✅ Adaptations to PE, lessons and outdoor activities
✅ Additional measures to support cooler environments and hydration
All arrangements are in line with Department for Education guidance and will remain under review.
👉 Read our communication for parents and carers here: https://tinyurl.com/y3brybz5
Beacon Academy / Published 22 Jun 2026
🎉⚽ Week 2 of World Cup Fever! ⚽🎉
🍴 Week 2 kicks off with a hint of the Deep South BBQ flavours!
It’s the perfect way to enjoy the spirit of the tournament while trying new flavours and cuisines. We can’t wait for everyone to get involved!
#WorldCup #SchoolMeals #Chartwells #ThemeDays
Beacon Academy / Published 19 Jun 2026
We would like to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who supported BeaconFest 2026 yesterday! 🧡
The real stars of the show were our phenomenal Music, Drama and Dance performers. From the band performances and powerful vocal pieces to The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon and commercial dance routines - the quality was exceptional throughout and we are incredibly proud of you all! 🌟
A big thank you as well to our wonderful students and staff, who helped make the event so enjoyable for our guests by running stalls, games and activities, creating fabulous cakes. It really was a fantastic team effort and showcased what an amazing community we have here at Beacon.
We would like to thank our fantastic visiting vendors:
@afroditehairandbeautysalon, Geno’s Gelato, Pioppi Pizza, Bang's Food Truck , Moby Dick's Fish & Chip Vans and The Bar Tailors. Thank you also to KBS Inflatable Kingdom Bouncy Castle & Soft Play Hire and Boutique Balloon Studio for helping to make the day so special.
And finally, a huge thank you to all the businesses who generously donated raffle prizes – we're so grateful for your support!
🎟️ There’s still time to buy raffle tickets – the link closes Sunday night!
👉 https://www.peoplesfundraising.com/raffle/beaconfest-2026-grand-raffle
#MakeYourMARK #TeamBeacon #BeaconFest #BeaconFest2026