Chile trip - Sky Academy Trip

On Wednesday the pupils from Chile class had the privilege of becoming journalists, news broadcasters, editors and graphic designers when they visited the Sky Studios. They attended a workshop when they had the opportunity to write and produce their own news reports, which they then presented to the camera suitably suited and booted. They also met a few stars who inspired them!

Tyler was in the zone and claimed ‘It was the best trip ever’.

What is the Sky Academy?

Sky Academy Skills Studios is a half-day interactive learning experience giving eight to 18-year-olds the chance to use the latest broadcast technology to make a TV report on subjects they’re studying at school. 

What do they do while they are there?

The team at Sky have combined a behind-the-scenes tour with hands-on experience of the purpose-built studios. Here, the students write, produce and direct their own short news bulletin.

The young people are supported by a specialist team and staff volunteers who help them use their creativity, communication, planning and teamwork skills as they explore topics linked to the curriculum, such as cyber-bullying and natural disasters.

Where is the Sky Academy?

We currently have two Skills Studios, one in West London and one in Livingston in Central Scotland. Each has the capacity to host 12,000 young people a year.