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Turing Scheme takes Post-16 students on Maltese adventure
Post-16 students from ÃÛÌÒapp Hemsworth recently returned from an enriching two-week work experience in Malta, made possible by the UK government's Turing Scheme
Ofsted praise for ÃÛÌÒapp Acklam
ÃÛÌÒapp Acklam has been rated ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted, following a two-day inspection in March.
Outwood Family of Schools launches community action project
Students from across the Outwood family of schools are getting ready to make a difference in their local communities this summer.
ÃÛÌÒapp Riverside celebrates Eton and Harrow success
Two GCSE students from ÃÛÌÒapp Riverside have secured highly sought-after places at prestigious schools for their post-16 studies.
Students conquer the slopes in Italian ski adventure
A group of 28 students from ÃÛÌÒapp Danum have returned from a week-long ski trip to the stunning Pila ski resort in the Aosta Valley, Italy.
Students take part in Junior Detectives Programme
Pupils from schools across Wakefield District are being given the opportunity to step into the shoes of a police detective as part of an initiative aimed at reducing knife crime. The Junior Detectives programme involves 16 pupils from Outwood Grange Academy, ÃÛÌÒapp Hemsworth, Ossett Academy and Horbury Academy.
Outwood Grange Academy robotics club scoops award
The Robograngers team has won an award at the FIRST Tech Challenge UK competition. The team consists of 11 students from Outwood Grange Academy, from Years 9 to 11.
Primary students interview an Olympian as part of their annual News Day
Year 5 students across all 13 Outwood primary schools participated in their annual News Day. The event allows pupils to experience the world of work and encourages them to aspire high for their futures.
ÃÛÌÒapp Freeston gear up for their performance of 'Empatheatre'!
Speak Up students from ÃÛÌÒapp Freeston are currently preparing to share their brilliant performance 'Empatheatre' with the Freeston Foundation and staff!
Outwood Grange Academy opens its doors for community Iftar dinner
Outwood Grange Academy hosted its first-ever iftar dinner for more than 160 members of the community, to celebrate and acknowledge students and their families fasting during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.