Personal Development 25-26
Science Day
On Wednesday 18th March, we celebrated Science Week at Community‑Ed Academy with a whole‑school Science Day. We wanted our students to see science come to life, spark their curiosity, and show them just how fun learning can be. The timetable was collapsed so everyone could take part in a range of hands‑on experiments—from the classic fizzy volcanoes to making their own elephant’s toothpaste and creating salt‑dough fossils.
We believe science should be something young people experience, not just read about. Practical, hands‑on learning helps build confidence, curiosity, and a real sense of achievement. When students are encouraged to explore, experiment, and ask questions, they begin to see themselves as capable learners who can make sense of the world around them.
Science Day plays an important role in this. It gives our students the chance to engage in learning that feels active, meaningful, and accessible. Practical science nurtures problem‑solving, teamwork, and resilience—skills that matter far beyond the classroom. Most importantly, it shows our young people that their ideas matter and that they can succeed when given the right support and opportunities.
We know that young people learn best when they’re having fun. Our Science Day was all about supporting their exploration in an exciting, enjoyable way, helping them discover that the world is full of interesting questions—and, just like any good experiment, learning is always better when you get involved.
Reading Week Celebrations
On the 5th of March, we celebrated World Book Day at Community‑Ed Academy. Schools across the country mark this day because it makes reading joyful, builds literacy, and helps children see books as something to love—not just something to study. It’s a national moment that encourages every young person to feel included in the world of stories, and we wanted our students to experience exactly that.
We take reading seriously at Community‑Ed Academy and work hard to support all our students to read as much as possible. We know that some of them find reading challenging, and in a digital world full of distractions, it can sometimes feel like books aren’t worth the effort. World Book Day gave us the perfect opportunity to show them that reading—and the incredible worlds books create—can be exciting, fun, and full of imagination.
Staff got fully involved, and the day was filled with creative activities for students to enjoy. The school was decorated with themes inspired by Harry Potter, dragons, and the ocean, transforming our building into a place where stories felt alive. Students were encouraged to come dressed as their favourite characters, and the atmosphere was full of fun, laughter, and brilliant costumes.
To make the day even more magical, our kitchen team prepared a special fantasy‑themed lunch. Students tucked into Swirling Vortex Pizzas, Elvish Bread, and Cyclops‑Eye Cakes, adding a playful twist that kept the spirit of storytelling going right through the afternoon.
World Book Day was a wonderful reminder that reading can open doors, spark imagination, and help our young people see themselves in new and exciting ways. We’re proud of how enthusiastically our students embraced the day, and we hope it inspires them to keep exploring the world of books long after the costumes are put away.