Mr Burndred was delighted to visit Buckingham Palace this week to celebrate the 70th Anniversary of The Duke of Edinburgh's Award - a truly memorable occasion recognising the achievements of young people from across the country. HRH Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh delivered an inspiring speech before taking time to walk through the beautiful palace

Birches Head Academy (BHA) is pleased to share its most recent Ofsted monitoring inspection report, which took place on 24 and 25 February 2026. The school received positive feedback regarding its ongoing improvements and commitment to providing a high standard of education. The report acknowledged the school’s dedication to addressing previous recommendations, particularly in areas