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03/06/26

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22/05/26

Class of 2026, what a journey! As you watch this, you will see RBA is more than lessons and exams – it's about memories, friendships and personal growth. We are so proud of you. Now go and burst into your next adventure…+make a new “bubble” also worth remembering#RBAFamily

22/05/26

Our latest RBA Review is out now. Featuring farewells to Year 11 and Year 13, alongside student achievements, assessments, and enrichment across the school. Read the paper version here:https://t.co/mLec2QDxFW

15/05/26

Our latest RBA Review is out now. Featuring a message from our Headteacher, Scholars Cup success, MasterChef highlights, enrichment opportunities, and sporting achievements. Read the paper version here:https://t.co/mLec2QDxFW

08/05/26

Our latest RBA Review is now available. Including a message from our Headteacher, exam updates, student leadership, Year 9 Immersion Day, and sporting achievements. 🔗 Read the paper version here:https://t.co/mLec2QDxFW

01/05/26

The latest RBA Review is out now. Featuring a message from our Headteacher, exam updates, enrichment activities, and recent sporting successes. Read the paper version here:https://t.co/mLec2QDxFW

24/04/26

Our latest RBA Review is out now, please check your inbox for the paper version. Please see our Headteacher Highlights below

17/04/26

RBA Review is out now! A great return after Easter, strong learning across the academy, Sixth Form highlights, and key updates for the term ahead. Paper version: https://t.co/mLec2QDxFW Headteacher video: https://t.co/iHsTjnUa6p

27/03/26

📢 This Week’s Review Update There is no paper version of our school review this week. Instead, please take a moment to watch our Headteacher’s video update, where all the key information is shared. 🎥 Watch the Headteacher’s video here: https://t.co/jwxpqUqzcZ

26/03/26

Great to see parents, Yr 11 students & staff coming together at our Year 11 GCSE Information Evening — real teamwork and shared focus for success ahead. 💫📚#StrongerTogether

20/03/26

This week at RBA has been full of amazing achievements! From standout performances in the Great Big Dance Off to exciting careers events, science projects, sports wins and more — our students have truly shined. 🌟https://t.co/mLec2QDxFW

13/03/26

✨ Our latest RBA Review is out now! ✨ Stay connected with everything happening at Robert Barclay Academy!https://t.co/mLec2QDxFW Watch our Headteachers Video here: https://t.co/5F60JjOTR6

06/03/26

✨ Our latest RBA Review is out now! ✨ Catch up on this week’s highlights. Take a look and stay connected with everything happening at Robert Barclay Academy! https://t.co/mLec2QDxFW

27/02/26

Our new RBA Weekly Review is out! This week includes a fun RE House Competition quiz for parents — see how many you can get right! Plus highlights from Immersion Day and a big win for our Year 11 football team. Read more: https://t.co/mLec2QDxFW

26/02/26

A spirited fight back from Yr11s this week in the District Cup 1/4 finals. Two goals a piece from Ryan and Michael helped the team overcome 1-3 scoreline to win 4-3. A fantastic team effort with PoM going to Jacob. Onto the semis!! 👊🏼⚽️👏🏼 pic.twitter.com/0Q1R6Sp96N

26/02/26

A spirited fight back from Yr11s this week in the District Cup 1/4 finals. Two goals a piece from Ryan and Michael helped the team overcome 1-3 scoreline to win 4-3. A fantastic team effort with PoM going to Jacob. Onto the semis!! 👊🏼⚽️👏🏼

13/02/26

Our latest RBA Weekly Review is now live! This week we’re celebrating a brilliant 2nd place finish for our Year 9 netball team, an impressive cross‑country performance plus a fantastic MFL Bake Off showcasing creativity and culture across the school. https://t.co/mLec2QDxFW

06/02/26

✨ Our latest RBA Weekly Review is out! This week we’re celebrating a fantastic GCSE Options Evening, an inspiring Holocaust education session for Year 9, and some brilliant sports and Sixth Form highlights. 📩 Read the full newsletter here: https://t.co/mLec2QDxFW

03/02/26

Full house for our Year 8 GCSE Options evening. If you require any further information please see our website here: https://t.co/0phW5TTD2M

02/02/26

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30/01/26

📬 This week’s Weekly Review is now available! 📰 Read the full version here: https://t.co/mLec2QDxFW Stay up to date with all the latest school news and events

30/01/26

Mr de la Croix at the Suffolk County Council Education Conference today, speaking about the transition from Year 6 into Year 7.

30/01/26

A great day at the Trust Chess Competition hosted by Sir John Lawes! Well done to our students for representing the school so positively — focus, teamwork and sportsmanship on display throughout the day.

29/01/26

Our Year 9 students have enjoyed a fantastic Immersion Day today, diving into the world of art and history at the British Museum. They have spent the day exploring exhibitions, discovering incredible artefacts, and taking part in hands‑on creative workshops.

27/01/26

Our Sixth Form students took part in a MADE Training workshop today, a brilliant session focused on boosting independent study skills, motivation and effective revision strategies.

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Media

Curriculum Intent Statement

The overall intent of the Media Studies curriculum is to engage students in contemporary society and culture through the theoretical framework which includes; media language, representation, audience and media industries. The media can play a central role in shaping our perceptions of the world through the representations, viewpoints and messages they offer to us. The curriculum offers students the opportunity to develop both written and practical knowledge and understanding of these key issues and the ability to debate important questions about the media. A range of media texts are studied, both contemporary and historical, gaining real awareness of the role the media plays in society today. It is also vital for students to draw on their existing experience of the media to extend their appreciation and critical understanding of those they are less familiar with. Students are encouraged that interpreting their answers, using the PEAL structure, can be different and still correct. They become the creators of the meanings through their explanations and analytical skills developed. As well as the analytical side of the curriculum, students gain knowledge of media design skills at a professional level by using Photoshop and InDesign.

Learning Journey 

Below you will find an overview of the Media Learning Journey that RBA students will experience during key stage 5.

 

Media Studies Learning Journey