Holiday Academy
During half terms and the Easter break the Academy organises a comprehensive programme of exam revision and intervention classes aimed at ensuring students fulfil their true potential in the public examinations. In the summer holiday the Academy organises a whole range of activities and trips that students can sign up for. These have included day trips on Eurostar to Paris, visits to see football matches at the Emirates Stadium, visits to museums and horse riding. After the hard work of the Academic year, the summer is firmly based on fun and exciting new experiences giving students a chance to sample a whole range of cultural and sporting activities during the long summer break. At Paddington Academy we are dedicated to the promotion of global awareness among our students, this is with a view to broadening their horizons, encouraging tolerance and preparing them for the social, economic and environmental challenges of the future. Staff and students alike have opportunities to become involved with international education projects. This is to enrich our educational experiences by sharing our knowledge and understanding at a global scale.
Work Related Learning
During Year 10 students can benefit considerably from participation in work experience programmes. Apart from the time actually spent in work, a considerable amount of time goes into preparation and evaluation. Strong links have been developed with a variety of local industries and businesses as a direct result of these programmes. There are also good links between the curriculum and work related learning opportunities.
Sport
Our facilities provide ample opportunity for activities at lunchtime and after lessons. Sports include football, badminton, basketball, hockey, athletics, cricket, tennis, netball, dance and rounders. The Academy enjoys a good deal of success in a wide range of interschool competitions. We also have a multi-purpose sports hall, and a trim trail in the playground.