Drapers' Academy
Transforming Education
Drapers' Academy
Transforming Education
Drapers' Academy
Transforming Education
Drapers' Academy
Transforming Education
Drapers' Academy
Transforming Education
Drapers' Academy
Transforming Education
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Welcome to Drapers' Academy

As Principal I wish you a very warm welcome to Drapers’ Academy. We are at the heart of the Harold Hill community and since becoming an academy in 2010 we have succeeded in providing local families an excellent education delivered by exceptional teachers in award winning facilities. We are making key strides towards creating an academy which makes a significant difference to the community we serve and that provides opportunities for all our...
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Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 18th July 2024
Congratulations to Mr Shields for winning this year's "I'm a Teacher Get Me Out of Here" competition today, polishing off a generous portion of Sriracha Crickets, Salt & Vinegar Mealworms, Lamb Hearts, and a Supergreen Smoothie! pic.twitter.com/6SLmK6EKvf
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 28th June 2024
Thorpe Park Trip: New estimated time of arrival back at Drapers' Academy is 5.30pm
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 27th June 2024
This week we have been celebrating School Diversity Week, an annual celebration of LGBT+ equality in education.It’s been a great week, with assemblies for all year groups on Alan Turing and the importance of making sure Drapers’ Academy is an inclusive environment. pic.twitter.com/OMIBJCY0at
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 26th June 2024
If your child is due to attend the Year 8 school trip to see Mrs Doubtfire tomorrow, please check your email, as an update has been sent this morning regarding a further amendment to travel details.
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 21st June 2024
Mersea Update:The coaches are now due to return back to Drapers' Academy at approximately 2.15pm.
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 21st June 2024
Mersea Update:The coaches are due to return back to Drapers' Academy at approximately 2.30pm.We will update on here if this time changes significantly.
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 20th June 2024
Mersea Update: The pupils have had a fun day full of exciting activities in the glorious sunshine.Looking forward to football, dinner and the Mersea Disco this evening. We think they'll all sleep well tonight! pic.twitter.com/HwoEmVCU7l
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 20th June 2024
Today we held a CV Masterclass for our Year 12 students. Having submitted their CVs in the Autumn Term, they today met members of The Drapers' Company for 15 minute 1to1 discussions about how to build upon them, as well as having an opportunity to talk about their career plans. pic.twitter.com/u5qiuziV2B
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 19th June 2024
Mersea Update: The pupils are currently enjoying this afternoon's two action packed activity sessions, involving lots of climbing, adventure courses, and kit car building.All working up a good appetite for dinner this evening! pic.twitter.com/FahTHdj1Ya
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 6th June 2024
Today we held our annual 'Primary Sports Day,' welcoming pupils from local primary schools to take part in a day of healthy, sporting competition. After many rounds of bean bag & vortex throwing, long jumps, relay races and even a tug of war, Drapers' Maylands emerged victorious! pic.twitter.com/q0KtyVazLb
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 24th May 2024
Today, the Heads of House hosted "Are You Smarter Than a Teacher?" A team of pupils faced off against staff in a general knowledge quiz. Both teams performed admirably, but the pupils emerged victorious! Congratulations, Drapers’ Pupils! pic.twitter.com/NzefIfvpkj
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 20th May 2024
Our Heads of House launched a competition for students to design an artwork to be turned into a rewards postcard. We received many fantastic entries from our creative students. Congratulations to our winners, Megan, Anna and Oladunni.Keep an eye out for these being sent home! pic.twitter.com/0U1YkJcwFQ
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 15th May 2024
This lunchtime pupils had the opportunity to take part in a fun House Competition - 'Rolo Stacking!'Pupils raced against the clock to build the highest tower of Rolos, using only chopsticks! Congratulations to the overall winners - Franklin House! pic.twitter.com/IjdOz7ktu3
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 14th May 2024
Reminder that we’re holding our next Coffee Morning tomorrow, open to all parents/carers of Year 7 - 10 pupils. To register your attendance, please fill in the form you would have received recently by email. If you didn't receive an email, please contact admin.com pic.twitter.com/uYPfDK47QX
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 10th May 2024
We held our Year 13 Leavers' Assembly today. Many of these amazing students have been with Drapers' Academy for seven years!Congratulations on completing your studies with us, we wish you all a bright and exciting future! pic.twitter.com/ZpybOQhGqu
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 10th May 2024
GCSE pupils in the History Department embarked on a thrilling adventure this week. Stepping back into the tumultuous era of the Cold War, they immersed themselves in an exhilarating escape room experience, designed to test their knowledge and wits. pic.twitter.com/8F6v1CEobV
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 20th March 2024
This lunchtime we held our annual House Table Tennis Competition. Fermat House were the winners, narrowly beating Einstein into second place! Congratulations to all pupils who took part. 🏓 pic.twitter.com/YANgt0aWBF
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 19th March 2024
Last week we celebrated Science and Engineering week. Through a collaboration between our Science and Technology faculties, pupils took part in a “Sustainable Space/Landing on Mars” competition. pic.twitter.com/K2S7feu6f8
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 18th March 2024
This Wednesday we’re holding our first Coffee Morning, open to all parents/carers of Year 7, 8 & 9 pupils.Please see the attached flyer for further details. To register your attendance, please fill in the online form which you would have received earlier today by email. [1/2] pic.twitter.com/1PINqkFiGm
Drapersacademy@@Drapersacademy - 13th March 2024
Our Year 7 'Brilliant Club' launched this week, with a special online meeting with current university students, discussing life both inside and outside of the university campus...https://t.co/NfP6KU974Y pic.twitter.com/XC2jKwN8ql
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