Year 11 Geography Field Trips

Our Year 11 Geography pupils have recently participated in field trips to enhance their GCSE studies. On Monday, 9th September, they visited Salford Quays, where they conducted surveys of the local area and how regeneration has created opportunities there. Following that, on Monday, 23rd September, they explored the Cleveleys coastline, further enriching their understanding of coastal environments, the processes at work and how defences help to protect the town. These hands-on experiences are invaluable in supporting their GCSE Geography journey!

Pupils Engage in Dance Workshop and Performance

On Wednesday, 9th October, our pupils had an incredible experience collaborating with Qudus Onikeku and the QDance Company in a workshop focused on Afro Hip Hop, where they learnt movements inspired by Nigerian heritage. Following the workshop, they explored the galleries at The Lowry, where they admired various elements related to the SIX musical, including the intricate costumes and stunning set designs.

Additionally, pupils participated in the Lowry’s advanced CAT scheme, where they observed a contemporary dance class. They had the opportunity to interact with one of the program's teachers, who shared valuable insights about pursuing careers in the arts and educational pathways.

To finish off the day, pupils enjoyed a captivating evening performance of Re:Incarnation by Qudus’ company, which they found thoroughly enjoyable.

Important Updates Regarding Arbor

We would like to extend our gratitude to all parents and carers who have engaged with the new Arbor system. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, helping us to communicate effectively with our community. For the most convenient access to your account, we recommend downloading the free Arbor Parent App, available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

Through the app, parents and carers can:

• Receive push notifications to stay informed about important communications
• Check their child's academic timetable
• Book appointments for Progress Evenings
• View positive behaviour points for their child
• Sign up for academy trips and educational visits
• Update and manage contact information
• Purchase school uniform
• Top up their child's lunch account

Rewards Trips for Half Term 2

This term, we were thrilled to invite over 750 pupils to our end-of-term rewards session. Pupils were recognised for their positive attitudes towards learning and for embodying the academy’s vision and values.

As we move into the second half of the term, we will be implementing specific criteria for pupils to qualify for the end-of-term rewards trips. To be eligible, pupils must have no late arrivals, no unauthorised absences and no negative behaviour points.

Attendance remains a really important focus for us all here at the academy and every moment in school really does matter. The biggest factor in success in Year 11’s GCSEs is not how well they did in Primary school or how able they were, but how often they attended school. Ofsted notes how well written and sequenced our curriculum is, so if your child is in school every day, you are making their success in Year 11 guaranteed. From day one of Year 7 to the end of Year 11, each lesson, club, form time and social time increases knowledge, social skills, personal development and improves young people’s mental health and supports their ability and willingness to learn.

Please get in touch with me directly if you prefer or through the attendance team on noma-attendanceteam-m@coopacademies.co.uk if you have any questions or concerns around your child attending school - feel free to email Sharon Hands on sharon.hands@coopacademies.co.uk 

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