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Celebrating Japanese Culture with a Special Visitor
This week, we were delighted to welcome a special visitor from Japan to ASA. A retired English teacher, she is currently travelling in the UK to learn more about British culture and gain insight into the UK education system. As part of her visit, she kindly volunteered her time with us over two days, offering…
ASA Cadets Take to the Skies at MOD St Athan
Six cadets from the ASA Combined Cadet Force (CCF) Contingent recently travelled to MOD St Athan in Wales for an unforgettable aviation experience. Hosted by 1 Air Experience Flight (AEF), the visit gave cadets a unique opportunity to take part in powered flying in light aircraft. The programme is designed to introduce young people to…
Year 9 Students Attend FameLab Academy Final at The Roses Theatre
A group of Year 9 FameLab Academy finalists travelled to the Roses Theatre in Tewkesbury to support Academy winner, Kaleb, who presented a three-minute science talk on stage to a live audience. FameLab Academy challenges students to explain a scientific concept of choice in a clear, confident and creative way. Participants are judged on three…
Carols in the Courtyard Brings Festive Cheer to Our Academy Community
Our Academy was delighted to welcome students, families and members of the local community to our very first Carols in the Courtyard event – and what a magical evening it was. Held in the heart of the Academy, the courtyard was filled with festive spirit as familiar carols were sung together, marking the start of…
Y11 Students Shine in First School Rugby Match
Four Year 11 students – Jai, Jack, Jayden, and Romero – who took part in last year’s Power Project with Gloucester Rugby, played their first school rugby match together, away at Chipping Campden. Although the team didn’t secure a win, the boys displayed impressive teamwork, discipline, and resilience, showcasing the skills and values developed through the…
Outstanding Success in the Junior Mathematical Challenge
We are delighted to share the fantastic achievements of our students in the 2025 Junior Mathematical Challenge, a national competition designed to encourage mathematical reasoning, precision of thought, and fluency in using basic mathematical techniques. Run by the UK Mathematics Trust (UKMT), the Junior Mathematical Challenge is aimed at students in Years 7 and 8…
Pi Day at ASA
Today, students embraced their love for numbers as we celebrated Pi Day! Every year on March 14th (3/14), mathematicians and enthusiasts worldwide honour the mathematical constant π (Pi), which represents the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. With an infinite number of decimal places, Pi is a fascinating and essential concept in maths,…
A Level Physicists Explore Diamond Light Source
Recently, our A Level Physics students from Years 12 and 13 embarked on an exciting educational trip to Diamond Light Source, located near Oxford. Recognised as one of the world’s premier scientific research facilities, Diamond Light Source offers a unique glimpse into cutting-edge scientific research and innovation. During their visit, students had the opportunity to…
Year 10 Students Crack the Code in Cyber Escape Challenge
Year 10 students have completed the CGI Cyber Escape 2.0 challenge, a unique escape room experience focused on cyber security. Housed within a 40ft shipping container on the Academy grounds, this interactive experience ran throughout the week, offering students the chance to develop crucial digital skills. Facilitated by CGI, a leading IT and business consultancy,…
All Saints’ Academy celebrate impressive outcomes for Year 11 students
All Saints’ Academy is thrilled to announce impressive results from our Year 11 students in both GCSE and vocational courses this year. The Academy has seen a significant increase in student numbers, with 30 more students completing their exams this year compared to the previous year. Our students have shown remarkable determination, overcoming challenges such…
