Weekly Attendance
Our overall attendance this week was 95.5%
Our overall attendance this week was 95.5%
On Thursday 13th March, year 3 took part in a ‘Bestival’ competition where they had to compete in a variety of tasks to beat their personal best, along with other schools in the area.
The children arrived at Coleshill Comprehensive school ready for a afternoon of fun. Pupils got into teams and took the challenges on like true Smith’s Wood pupils. They were encouraging each other and showing all our school values. Three children even received medals for good sportsmanship and determination.
For more pictures from the festival, please see our gallery.
Each week, during our Friday Achievement assembly, we celebrate our ‘Pupils of the Week’ from each year group. Pupils are recognised for this weekly award for a variety of reasons and are nominated by their class teacher. They may have excelled in a particular subject through the week; may have shown one, or more, of the school values in abundance, or they may have impressed their teacher, or other staff members with a huge amount of effort. Whatever they are nominated for, they are recognised in the whole school achievement assembly, receive a certificate to take home and get to wear one of our prestigious black and gold t-shirts.
During the assembly, we also celebrate children who have 100% attendance for the week and have been in school every day on time. A lucky dip, of all children who are eligible takes place, and one pupil walks away with £5 to spend on whatever they want, Standards and presentation of a child’s book, chosen at random, are also reviewed and celebrated with the school and the child, whose book has been chosen, has the chance to win a dip out of the basket of goodies, as long as they have used their best handwriting every day, completed their feed forward marking and taken care in the presentation of their date and learning objective. We are extremely proud of all of the efforts of our pupils and the Friday Achievement assembly recognises this pride.
Our weekly winners this week are:
Luella - REB
Aaira - RPM
Damien - 1JC
Amelia - 1RW
Autumn-Rose – 2HS
Layla-Ann - 2SG
Eliza - 3MC
Charlotte - 3NW
Awa – 4BB
Jackson - 4HA
Freya - 5LH
Harrison - 6ES
Louie - 6LB
Scarlett - 6ST
Book Look Winner – Frankie - 1RW
Attendance Hero Winner - Ollie - 2SG
World Book Day 2025 was another fantastic day at Smith's Wood Primary Academy, with the theme of 'Read Your Way', where every child and adult was encouraged to come dressed as their favourite book character!
Throughout the morning, all children took part in a short story competition in Maths, where they had to write about a school mystery in only 100 words, and then had a go at redesigning a front cover for their favourite book. In Literacy, the children got their creative juices flowing by changing the plot of a famous story, with our Year 6 children writing about Matilda having a horrible teacher but a lovely family!
During the afternoon, all lessons were again based around a love of reading, but the children were also all invited to choose a book from our Pop Up Bookshop. As part of the Children's Free Book Project, our school were donated enough books for each child to come and select their very own book to take home. To end the day, our older children swapped with our younger children and they were all given the opportunity to read their favourite books to each other.
Overall, it was a fantastic day for everyone involved!
For more pictures from the day, please see our gallery.
Please see attached for the latest timetable from Elmwood Family Hub
Our overall attendance this week was 96%
In a thrilling display of young talent, Smiths Wood Primary Academy has clinched the Birmingham City Football Club Cup, securing their spot in the finals at St Andrew’s, the historic home ground of Birmingham City FC. The team’s remarkable journey has been steered by Head Coach and Director of Sporting Opportunities, Mr King.
Smith’s Wood Primary Academy’s path to the final has been nothing short of spectacular, maintaining a perfect record throughout the tournament. Their recent victory on a rain-soaked pitch at Bishop Wilson showcased their resilience and determination, as they delivered a heroic team performance under challenging conditions.
The upcoming final at St Andrew’s, located in the Bordesley district of Birmingham, is a significant milestone for these young athletes. Established in 1905, St Andrew’s has been the backdrop for numerous historic football events, including hosting the first leg of the 1960 Inter-Cities Fairs Cup Final. The opportunity to play at such a renowned venue is a testament to the team’s hard work and dedication.
As anticipation builds for the final match, the Smiths Wood Primary Academy community eagerly awaits the chance to support their team in what promises to be an unforgettable experience for these young footballers.
For more pictures from the cup, please see our gallery.
Each week, during our Friday Achievement assembly, we celebrate our ‘Pupils of the Week’ from each year group. Pupils are recognised for this weekly award for a variety of reasons and are nominated by their class teacher. They may have excelled in a particular subject through the week; may have shown one, or more, of the school values in abundance, or they may have impressed their teacher, or other staff members with a huge amount of effort. Whatever they are nominated for, they are recognised in the whole school achievement assembly, receive a certificate to take home and get to wear one of our prestigious black and gold t-shirts.
During the assembly, we also celebrate children who have 100% attendance for the week and have been in school every day on time. A lucky dip, of all children who are eligible takes place, and one pupil walks away with £5 to spend on whatever they want, Standards and presentation of a child’s book, chosen at random, are also reviewed and celebrated with the school and the child, whose book has been chosen, has the chance to win a dip out of the basket of goodies, as long as they have used their best handwriting every day, completed their feed forward marking and taken care in the presentation of their date and learning objective. We are extremely proud of all of the efforts of our pupils and the Friday Achievement assembly recognises this pride.
Our weekly winners this week are:
Shania - REB
Laith - ROT
Hazeemat - RPM
Marla - 1JC
Solomon - 1RW
Sienna – 2HS
Lucas - 2SG
Betty - 3NW
Sally – 4BB
Harlei-Belle - 4HA
Jimmy - 5LH
Tommy - 5KG
Oakley - 6ES
Riley - 6ST
Book Look Winner – Aaden - 3NW
Attendance Hero Winner - Oscar - 2SG
Our overall attendance this week was 95.4%
On the last day of half term, 4HA had a fantastic time enjoying their attendance reward treat at Hollywood Bowl, Resorts World. 4HA pupils had the best attendance for the Autumn term, meaning they were treated to a session of bowling and a delicious meal. A fun-filled and competitive afternoon well spent by the pupils! Can they win the attendance trip again for the Spring term? 2HS and 5LH are currently top of the leaderboard with 4HA - so watch this space!
For more pictures from the trip, please see our gallery
Each week, during our Friday Achievement assembly, we celebrate our ‘Pupils of the Week’ from each year group. Pupils are recognised for this weekly award for a variety of reasons and are nominated by their class teacher. They may have excelled in a particular subject through the week; may have shown one, or more, of the school values in abundance, or they may have impressed their teacher, or other staff members with a huge amount of effort. Whatever they are nominated for, they are recognised in the whole school achievement assembly, receive a certificate to take home and get to wear one of our prestigious black and gold t-shirts.
During the assembly, we also celebrate children who have 100% attendance for the week and have been in school every day on time. A lucky dip, of all children who are eligible takes place, and one pupil walks away with £5 to spend on whatever they want, Standards and presentation of a child’s book, chosen at random, are also reviewed and celebrated with the school and the child, whose book has been chosen, has the chance to win a dip out of the basket of goodies, as long as they have used their best handwriting every day, completed their feed forward marking and taken care in the presentation of their date and learning objective. We are extremely proud of all of the efforts of our pupils and the Friday Achievement assembly recognises this pride.
Our weekly winners this week are:
Aris - REB
Gavin - ROT
Haider - RPM
Connor - 1SG
Loukas - 1RW
Parker – 2HS
Lucas - 2SG
Oscar - 3MC
Rivae – 4BB
Ella-Mae - 4HA
Monica - 5LH
Meila - 5KG
Lauren - 6ES
Chase - 6LB
Jack - 6ST
Book Look Winner – Elsie - RPM
Attendance Hero Winner - Solomon - 1RW
Our overall attendance this week was 92.4%