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Submit your application to our Sixth Form!

Submit your Sixth Form application online by Monday 1st December via our school website and take the next step towards your goals!

Explore our 2026 – 2027 prospectus and guidance online for full details on courses, entry requirements, and support to help you make an informed decision: https://chaseterraceacademy.co.uk/sixth-form/sixth-form-admissions-information/

We warmly welcome external applicants and encourage you to book a tour of our Sixth Form. Whether you are continuing your studies with us or joining from another school, Chase Terrace Academy Sixth Form offers a friendly, inclusive, and opportunity-rich environment to help you succeed.

For guidance, support, or to book a tour, contact Mrs Graham at k.graham@chaseterraceacademy.co.uk.

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Could you be the next £25,000 jackpot winner?

Did you know? Your School Lottery has handed out SEVEN £25,000 jackpots in just seven months. Chase Terrace Academy is already benefiting every week from our supporters – and you could be the next to take home £25,000.

With the weekly jackpot, November’s Nintendo Switch 2 Super Draw happening this weekend, the huge new £10,000 Christmas Golden Draw, and guaranteed weekly cash prizes, there’s never been a better time to get involved. Every ticket you buy directly supports our school – and gives you more chances to win something amazing.

Ready to boost your chances of hitting that £25,000 jackpot? Join here! https://www.yourschoollottery.co.uk/lottery/school/chase-terrace-academy

Did you know? If you refer a friend, you’ll both enter an exclusive £200 Amazon voucher draw!

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INSET Day

A reminder that the school is closed to pupils this Friday 28th November.

We look forward to welcoming pupils back to school on Monday 1st December. A reminder that the school day starts promptly at 8:30am with Personal Development lessons. The pupil entrance gate closes at 08:25am, pupils that arrive after this time will need to enter school through the pupil entrance. 

Building skills through engineering.

As part of our Careers Programme, our Year 9 pupils recently took part in a workshop led by the Inspirational Learning Group. Working in teams, pupils were challenged to build towers using only playing cards, lollipop sticks and Sellotape. Their structures were then tested to see if they could support up to ten metal sheets, with the tallest successful tower crowned the winner!

This was a fantastic opportunity for pupils to develop their problem-solving skills, collaborate creatively, and explore potential career pathways in engineering. Well done to all involved, and thank you to the Inspirational Learning Group for visiting us!

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CTA Theatre Company performance!

We are thrilled to share that our talented CTA Theatre Company will be performing ‘Ernie’s Incredible Illucinations’ by Alan Ayckbourn on Wednesday 10th December 2025 at 6:30pm at The Rugeley Rose Theatre.

Preparations are well underway, and the production is shaping up to be a truly fantastic showcase of our pupils’ creativity and hard work.

While refurbishment of Lees Hall continues, we’re delighted to be hosting this year’s performance in the wonderful Rugeley Rose Theatre – a professional venue that will provide an even more memorable experience for both pupils and audience members.

Tickets are £8 plus booking fee and are available now via Ticket Source: www.ticketsource.co.uk/chaseterraceacademy

We can’t wait to see you there!

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Sixth Form students compete at the Lord Mayor’s Quiz

Two teams of our exceptional Year 12 and Year 13 pupils recently represented our school at the Lord Mayor’s Quiz, held in the Grand Hall at the University of Birmingham. This annual event brings together schools from across the region to celebrate academic excellence while raising funds for local charities. Our pupils had the fantastic opportunity to meet the Lord Mayor and gain valuable experience taking part in such a high-profile event.

We are proud of all our pupils for their effort, teamwork, and professionalism in representing the school so admirably.

It was also wonderful to catch up with alumni Jayden, Mia and Lola, who are now studying Politics and Psychology. Seeing our former students thriving in their chosen fields is a powerful reminder of what our pupils can go on to achieve.

If you would like to take part in opportunities like this, applications for our Sixth Form are open until 1 December. Find out more here: https://chaseterraceacademy.co.uk/sixth-form/sixth-form-admissions-information/

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JTMAT Exceptional Achievement Award

A reminder that nominations for the JTMAT Exceptional Achievement Award are open until 4pm tomorrow, Friday 21st November! This award is available to all pupils across the JTMAT Trust, and we have been delighted to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our pupils in previous ceremonies.

Secondary school pupils can be nominated based on the following criteria:

– National or international status in any activity (within the last 18 months)

– Grade 8 level/Diploma in music or singing

– Performing in a televised programme/film

– Fundraising over £5000 for charity

– Success in overcoming adversity

Nominations can be made through the online form in this letter. Please provide a short paragraph (up to 250 words) detailing the reasons for the nomination.

Successful nominees will meet with Ms Mason, Headteacher, to receive a special pin badge award and a certificate. Additionally, pupils and their families will be invited to an online celebratory event at the end of each term with a senior colleague from John Taylor MAT.

We look forward to celebrating the exceptional achievements of our pupils!

Your future starts here!

Submit your Sixth Form application online by Monday 1st December via our school website and take the next step towards your goals!

Explore our 2026 – 2027 prospectus and guidance online for full details on courses, entry requirements, and support to help you make an informed decision: https://chaseterraceacademy.co.uk/sixth-form/sixth-form-admissions-information/

We warmly welcome external applicants and encourage you to book a tour of our Sixth Form. Whether you are continuing your studies with us or joining from another school, Chase Terrace Academy Sixth Form offers a friendly, inclusive, and opportunity-rich environment to help you succeed.

For guidance, support, or to book a tour, contact Mrs Graham at k.graham@chaseterraceacademy.co.uk.

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Christmas Concert Auditions

We are excited to announce that auditions for our Christmas Concert will take place from Monday 1^st December to Friday 5^th December at lunchtime. Pupils from all year groups are warmly encouraged to take part.

To audition, pupils should sign up by Friday 21st November by speaking to Mr Reinikovas or Mr Burns in the Music Department.

Our Christmas Concert will be held on Wednesday 17th December at 6:00pm and promises to be a fantastic celebration to round off the term. We would love to see as many pupils as possible getting involved.

Further details about the concert will be shared soon.

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Supporting our pupils’ Enterprise journey

We are extremely grateful to Simon Millward from Team Services Consultancy Ltd and Nick Burgh from Computer Disposal Experts for taking the time to support our Year 10 Enterprise pupils.

Pupils had the chance to ask questions and gain valuable insights into the aims and activities of their businesses. They explored the skills and characteristics of successful entrepreneurs, examined business strengths and weaknesses, and considered political, economic, social, and technological factors affecting their industries.

Thank you, Simon and Nick, for sharing your expertise and inspiring our pupils!

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