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We are moving to a new app called Arbor Parent App.
We are moving to a new app called Arbor Parent App.
It is with great pride that I am able to share the outcome of our recent Ofsted inspection. It has just been published and is the loveliest of ways with which to end this half-term. It is linked here and really is worth reading. It highlights so many aspects of our school, such as how good our curriculum, wider development and culture are. I hope you feel the same sense of pride I did when I read it.
Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), benefit from a broad and ambitious curriculum
Pupils are very clear about how the school expects them to behave. They are respectful towards staff. In lessons, pupils are attentive and behave well.
Pupils behave well and there is a calm atmosphere in the school
Pupils are happy. They are committed to the school and to serving the community.
The school has designed an ambitious and well-defined curriculum
Reading is top priority in this school
We're changing the way we communicate with you!
As part of our excellent CEIAG offer Year 9 pupils participated in a speed networking event on Thursday 16th May 2024. The event was organised by Ahead Partnership, a social value specialist that connects young people to opportunity by working with employers to help them overcome barriers and achieve their full potential.
In March 2024, the shortlist for the Yoto Carnegie Children's Book Award was announced. Our library leaders, along with a group of enthusiastic readers from the academy participated in a shadowing program. This program offers them the chance to read, evaluate, and engage in various activities and challenges leading up to the voting process that takes place in June.
As we move towards the final exams, the next couple of weeks will play a vital part in pupils' preparation for their GCSE Exams. As part of our ongoing commitment to our pupils' success, academy staff have voluntarily scheduled revision sessions over the half-term break.
It is important that pupils attend all revision sessions that are relevant to them. Timetables have been shared with pupils, but a copy of the scheduled sessions can be found below.
Pupils are not required to wear their school uniform. However, they must wear clothes that are appropriate for school. Mobile phones will also not be allowed during the revision sessions. Light refreshments will also be provided for pupils.
Please remind pupils that not all areas of the school are accessible due to scheduled maintenance work.
Frequently asked questions
What time should pupils arrive?
Pupils should arrive 10 minutes before the revision session is due to start, and will need to stay for the full session. Pupils will not be allowed to leave early.
Where should pupils go when they arrive at school?
Pupils must enter the building via the main reception at the front of the academy (Victoria Avenue East). A member of staff will be there to meet pupils. All pupils must sign in when they arrive and wait to be collected by their subject teacher.
What if pupils arrive late?
We strongly advise that pupils arrive on time to avoid missing any of the sessions. However, should pupils arrive late, they will need to wait in reception for a member of staff to escort them to their revision session.
Monday 27th May | Tuesday 28th May | Wednesday 29th May | Thursday 30th May |
Friday 31st May |
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Bank Holiday - no Sessions |
Maths Foundation Tier with Mrs Carroll 10am - 12pm FLZ1 |
Geography with Mr Massey 10am - 12pm 2B10 |
Science (Biology) with Mrs Dodd, Mr McIntyre and Ms Papadaki 10am - 12pm Ground floor Science area |
Science (Physics) with Ms Papadaki & Mrs Dodd 10am - 12pm Ground floor Science area |
Maths Higher Tier with Mr Jones 10am - 12pm FLZ1 |
History with Mr Sinnott, Mrs Gater and Mr Charlton 10am - 12pm History area
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On Thursday 27th June 2024 we are pleased to invite Years 5 & 6 pupils and their parents/carers to our Open Evening.
The Year 10 Progress Evening is taking place on Thursday 23rd May 2024. Parents and carers have been sent links to the School Cloud to book their appointments.
Since 2001, the Mental Health Foundation has been leading Mental Health Awareness Week, bringing together the UK to promote good mental health. Each May, millions of people from every part of society take part. They include people in schools and further education; private, public and charity sectors; families and individuals. This year the theme was ‘moving more for mental health’.