We have unfortunately received reports of a number of recent incidents in the local community where our students have been approached, intimidated, assaulted, and/or mugged by strangers. We continue to encourage our students to walk to and from the Academy only in well-lit, public areas, with a friend, and to avoid walking through the park. Please reiterate this message at home, and ensure that any incidents are reported to the Police in a prompt manner. It is helpful if the Academy is also informed, so that we may also support your child.

Young people aged 12-15 are now able to book for a second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at a minimum of 12 weeks from the first dose. Parents/carers can book this through the NHS booking system here.

Nationally, around half of young people aged 12-15 have received at least one dose so far. Thank you for your support with the vaccination programme and for helping to keep the Academy community safe. 

Summer 2021 Examination Certificates will be available for collection from 3:30pm to 4:30pm on Wednesday 19th January (for surnames starting A-J only) and on Thursday 20th January (for surnames starting K-Z only).

Candidates require photo ID to collect their certificates. If nominating somebody else to collect certificates on their behalf, then this form must be completed in full and signed, and the person collecting is required to provide photo ID.

Certificates may be collected from Quisine via. the external doors only. Face masks must be worn, and once certificates are collected, we ask that visitors immediately leave the Academy site to help maintain social distancing.

We were delighted to welcome back Year 11 students to the Academy today, and look forward to the return of all other Year Groups tomorrow. Please ensure that all students, unless exempt, remember to bring and wear a face mask. In line with current government guidance, face masks must be worn at all times in the Academy including in classrooms.

It is important that all students know how to switch to online learning in the event of a COVID-19 outbreak. Any students experiencing difficulty with their Academy Google account, or who would like support in how best to use Google Classroom, are encouraged to speak to their Personal Tutor for guidance when they return. We will seek to prioritise examination groups in the event of a partial Academy closure.

We’d also like to politely remind students to conduct regular lateral flow tests to help keep the Academy community safe. It’s recommended that tests are taken on Sunday and Wednesday evenings.