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Our vision for Orchards Academy is built on a foundation of high expectations. We believe that every student, regardless of their background or starting point, has the potential to achieve great things.
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We ended the Spring Term this week with a Inter-house Dodgeball Tournament. 🥳 With over 40 students involved, Farah house won both the girls and boys tournaments, displaying great determination to win as well as respect for the opponents. Congratulations to Alexander, Year 7, who won tickets to an upcoming @cafcofficial match as part of his prize! Well done to all students who came and participated! 👏🎉 We would like to wish everyone a very happy Easter Holidays. We look forward to welcoming students back for the Summer Term on Monday 20th April.
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We are beyond proud to announce that our wonderful Mrs Heaver has been honoured with a Bronze Award in the Unsung Hero category at the 2026 Pearson National Teaching Awards 🏆 Thank you Mrs Heaver for everything you do for our students and our community 👏✨ #TeachingAwards #TeachingHeroes
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An incredible weekend at the England Boxing National Junior Championships in Kettering for Sonny, Year 10. Sonny lost a very close bout to the reigning champion and eventual winner of this years tournament... he finished with a Bronze medal which means he is the third best boy in his age and weight in the whole country. We are so proud of him! 🥊👏
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Attention Year 11s! Action Your Potential is running a webinar focused on practical advice and strategies for managing revision and exam prep over Easter. They will cover: ✅How to write and carry out an Easter revision plan ✅How to start with revision when you're not feeling it ✅The most powerful ways to revise ✅How to protect your well-being and reduce stress during exam season Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iyrwig2GSxyIKpRR4mgfXw#/registration
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Some more photos of our World Book Day celebrations last week! 📖 From character costumes to interactive workshops, the school was filled with inspiration and creativity. A massive shoutout to the English Department for their dedication to literacy and for making this year’s event a core memory for our students.
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We ended the Spring Term this week with a Inter-house Dodgeball Tournament. 🥳 With over 40 students involved, Farah house won both the girls and boys tournaments, displaying great determination to win as well as respect for the opponents. Congratulations to Alexander, Year 7, who won tickets to an upcoming Charlton Athletic FC match as part of his prize! Well done to all students who came and participated! 👏🎉 We would like to wish everyone a very happy Easter Holidays. We look forward to welcoming students back for the Summer Term on Monday 20th April.
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We are beyond proud to announce that our wonderful Mrs Heaver has been honoured with a Bronze Award in the Unsung Hero category at the 2026 Pearson National Teaching Awards!! 🏆 Thank you Mrs Heaver for everything you do for our students and our community 👏✨ #TeachingAwards #TeachingHeroes
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An incredible weekend at the England Boxing National Junior Championships in Kettering for Sonny, Year 10. Sonny lost a very close bout to the reigning champion and eventual winner of this years tournament... he finished with a Bronze medal which means he is the third best boy in his age and weight in the whole country. We are so proud of him! 🥊👏
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Attention Year 11s! Action Your Potential is running a webinar focused on practical advice and strategies for managing revision and exam prep over Easter. They will cover: ✅How to write and carry out an Easter revision plan ✅How to start with revision when you're not feeling it ✅The most powerful ways to revise ✅How to protect your well-being and reduce stress during exam season Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iyrwig2GSxyIKpRR4mgfXw#/registration
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Some more photos of our World Book Day celebrations last week! 📖 From character costumes to interactive workshops, the school was filled with inspiration and creativity. A massive shoutout to the English Department for their dedication to literacy and for making this year’s event a core memory for our students.
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✨GCSE POD Update ✨ Congratulations to Mason B who has handed in the most assignments so far in Year 11 - Come and find Mr Wheeler for your prize. 🏆🎉 Next week's competition is as follows. Top 3 students who have completed the most check and challenges!! #ClockIt #PODgang— Orchards Academy (@orchards_tkat) Mar 4, 2026
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💥 GCSE POD Update 💥 Congratulations to Mason B who has handed in the most assignments so far in Year 11 - Come and find Mr Wheeler for your prize. 🏆🎉 Next week's competition is as follows. Top 3 students who have completed the most check and challenges!! #ClockIt #PODgang— Orchards Academy (@orchards_tkat) Mar 3, 2026
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What a brilliant way to end the term! We were thrilled to celebrate our Year 11s today by presenting them with special goodie bags to mark their fantastic mock exam results. Their hard work and dedication throughout the mock exam period have made us incredibly proud. 🤩🌟— Orchards Academy (@orchards_tkat) Feb 13, 2026
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We are looking for a skilled, proactive Speech and Language Therapist to join our Inclusion Team. This role is at the heart of our mission to ensure every student has a voice. Apply now: orchards-tkat.org/about-us/v… #Swanley #SwanleyJobs #KentJobs #OrchardsAcademy #TKAT— Orchards Academy (@orchards_tkat) Feb 13, 2026
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Following a recent 16-2 win against Ebbsfleet Academy, the Orchards Year 7 team ran out 10-2 winners against Leigh UTC! ⚽️🏆 The boys were responsible and hardworking throughout, representing the school excellently, special shoutout to MOTM and hat-trick hero Isaac! pic.twitter.com/LaovUHebHS— Orchards Academy (@orchards_tkat) February 11, 2026
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Even though mocks are done we are full speed ahead towards the end of term. Year 11 are working on misconceptions using flash cards and their final push to exam revision booklets. 🔥 #hardworkneverstops #workrate #revision #perfectpracticemakesperfect pic.twitter.com/HnzGbL3xWy— Orchards Academy (@orchards_tkat) February 10, 2026
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Are you a mathematician who can see the beauty in a complex proof and the potential in every student? We are seeking a strategic, high-impact Maths Lead Teacher and Coach to help drive our department to new heights. Apply now: orchards-tkat.org/about-us/v…— Orchards Academy (@orchards_tkat) Feb 10, 2026
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Perry represented Swanley Boxing Club in Germany last week. He won all three of his bouts to become The German International champ. 🏆🥇 Our whole community is exceptionally proud!! #futurestar #orchardsacademy #thechamp pic.twitter.com/bxenBt77Lz— Orchards Academy (@orchards_tkat) February 10, 2026
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Ten of our School Council members spent a wonderful Monday afternoon at Birchwood Heights Care Home, connecting with senior members of our local community. From heart-to-heart conversations to a festive arts and crafts session making handmade cards, the energy was incredible! pic.twitter.com/kElS3TB4cq— Orchards Academy (@orchards_tkat) February 10, 2026
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