‘Careers Week’ at Bowman During National Careers Week (3rd to 7th March), Bowman Academy pupils were visited by adults working in industries such as Science, Midwifery, Hairdressing, and the Fire Service. Pupils from each class prepared questions and joined in Q&A sessions with their visitors, learning all about what it’s like to do their jobs…
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Last week, Bowman Academy had the incredible opportunity to welcome Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service Shepshed Station as part of our Careers Week. The crew from Shepshed Station spent time with our pupils sharing their experiences and showcasing the equipment, and teaching us about the importance of fire safety. Thank you to the team, for providing…
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On Thursday 31st October, Bowman Academy Head of School, Toby Ellis, and Assistant Headteacher, Lizzie Papworth, were delighted to receive the school’s first minibus from Variety, the Children’s Charity, presented by former England goalkeeper, Dave Beasant. The presentation took place at Berkshire Golf Club, after Variety Golf kindly sponsored the minibus. Mr Ellis said: “We would like…
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We have published a short film celebrating the special open day held at Bowman Academy on Thursday 26th September. Special thanks again to Tim Reddish CBE! Take a look here: Official Opening of Bowman Academy – YouTube
Former Paralympic swimmer Tim Reddish CBE, who was also Chairman of the British Paralympic Association during the 2012 London Paralympics, unveiled a plaque and cut a ribbon to open Bowman Academy officially today in front of pupils, and school and Trust staff and other special guests, “It’s a privilege and honour to be part of…
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Bowman Academy pupils had a visit from Bowmer + Kirkland today, the contractors who built the school! Thank you to Helen for coming in to spend time with the children to talk them through the school build. The pupils were really surprised to find out that B&K built Warner Bros. Harry Potter Studio Tour too!…
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We have some new images of the building thanks to Bowmer + Kirkland. A promo video showing all around the school is coming soon…
At Bowman Academy we value the strength of community and identification. We have a sense of pride in who we are and what we do. For this purpose, we ask that all pupils wear school uniform. Our uniform supplier is mapac. Ordering is now open. Please use the buttons below.
The Proposal The need for a new school for children with special educational needs (SEND) within Leicestershire was identified by The Department for Education and Leicester County Council back in July 2020. The Community Inclusive Trust (CIT) were approved as sponsor by the Secretary of State for Education and are proposing to open Bowman Academy…
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Huge progress has been made on the building of Bowman Academy. We were able to visit the site last week and have a look around the sustainably built school which is being constructed by contractors Bowmer + Kirkland. A traditional “signing of the boards” took place with members of CIT, the LA, and B&K all…
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