We are approaching the time of year when Year 9 students begin to consider their subject choices for Key Stage 4 (Years 10 and 11). This year we have decided to delay the options process so students have more time in all their subjects before making a decision. This is especially important for the practical subjects which have lost so much time during the lockdowns.(Read more…)

Today is Safer Internet Day 2022 and to celebrate, students will be undertaking a range of activities this week at the Academy to reflect on how we can all use the internet in a safer way.

We wanted to take this opportunity to signpost parents/carers to some excellent resources and support to help you to ensure that your children are being as safe as they can when using the internet at home and on a mobile device or games console. Click on the links below for more information:(Read more…)

Work Experience for Year 10 students will be approached differently this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, and the fact that many businesses are still having to practise social distancing and/or employees are working from home. Therefore, as an Academy we are considering offering a blended approach to Work Experience, as follows:(Read more…)

We appreciate that some parents/carers may want support in gaining confidence and skills to discuss healthy relationships and sex with their child at home, and in a way that complements the RSHE curriculum they follow in the Academy.

Below are a series of Facebook Live sessions that parents/carers may find useful. The sessions are informal and will look at frequently asked questions, provide tips on how to discuss topics at home, and offer the opportunity for live questions to be asked.(Read more…)