I am proud to have been given responsibility as Head Boy of Biddick Academy. I have loved my time here and feel that Biddick Academy has provided me with a huge range of opportunities to develop academically and as a person. I have especially enjoyed participating in trips to France and the Lake District. I have also had the opportunity to represent Biddick Academy on numerous occasions such as chemistry quizzes, musical performances and sporting competitions. My personal favourites have been performing at The Sage with an audience of 1000 people and taking part in the Sports Leaders initiative. Throughout my journey at Biddick Academy, I have been supported and cared for by my teachers and peers and I hope that I will be able to support other students in my role as Head Boy.

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My Biddick Academy journey has been amazing from the start. I’m extremely lucky that straightaway from transition I felt I was part of a supportive family. I was made to feel safe and comfortable with many of the staff and students going above and beyond to help and support me in my studies. Due to my Autism I am also part of the Unity Centre. This is a small specialist provision within Biddick Academy where I can go for additional specialist support or time away from the mainstream school to self-regulate. I receive extra advice and guidance in my lessons from support staff who help me to feel calm and help with my work if I need it. During my time at Biddick Academy I have been supported on school trips, something I never thought I would be able to access when I started. Biddick Academy is a very inclusive and supportive school whatever your background, I feel part of something special where my differences are celebrated.

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When I was in Year 6, I had the opportunity to attend three transition days at Biddick Academy. These were exciting, fun and really helped me prepare for my move to secondary school. I met my new Form Tutor and did a range of team building activities to help get to know my new class mates. I also had the chance to try lots of different lessons. I knew some of my classmates already, but there were lots of new people too. Making new friends has been one of the best things about coming to a bigger school! I have really enjoyed my first year, I have settled in really quickly. The work is challenging, but we are supported so that we succeed. My favourite subjects are Maths, Spanish and PE. I’m looking forward to the year ahead because our teachers care about us and help us to achieve

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I have always loved music, whether listening, playing or singing along. Whilst at Biddick Academy I’ve been supported in my endeavours. I started playing the violin in primary school and have been able to continue with my lessons at Biddick Academy, while also learning the viola. In the past, I didn’t really enjoy performing on stage, but that has now changed. My teachers have given me confidence through their support and encouragement. I joined the school choir and orchestra and also had the opportunity to obtain formal music qualifications. I am currently working towards my Grade 5 in violin and have chosen to study GCSE Music, which I am enjoying thoroughly. I now look forward to playing in front of an audience, even at large venues. I believe these opportunities have transformed my confidence, not only when performing but in other parts of school life too.

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